"Having not come from a Quality Management background, I was new to many of the programs and systems Six Sigma uses. John Novak walked me through the program step by step in a way that helped me to understand what I was doing and why. This made it easier to remember and less of a challenge to use and share with my colleagues. He is very prompt and pleasant on my emails should I have a question."

Quinlyn Harwig

Forging Design Engineer
Tekfor USA

"Having completed several courses at the Corporate University, I can comfortably say that the learning experience provided there is truly second to none. The staff is courteous and professional, the instructors are knowledgeable and inspiring, and the facilities are perfect. My experience with the Six Sigma program was wonderful. The instructor [John Novak] was knowledgeable and applied every concept to situations that occur in real world problems across the diverse fields represented in the class. The lessons taught in this program can be immediately applied to spectacular effect in the workplace. I firmly recommend the Kent State Six Sigma program to anyone looking to improve the performance of their business."

Michael Njus

Business Analyst
Homesite Insurance

"I would like to thank Kent State University for providing an excellent training program at the Canton Ohio Campus. I enjoyed very much the Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt training. The class assignments were very informative and entertaining as well. Apart from the outstanding hospitality that I received, I was also able to learn the fundamental concepts behind Lean Six Sigma and how to apply it in my workplace. I am now a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Thank You Once Again Kent State.

Thank you John Novak. I enjoyed your class very much. Your guidance and expertise in this field helped me tremendously."

Khaled Nassereddine

Lead Industrial Engineer
Colfor Manufacturing, Inc.

"The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training was extremely beneficial to both me and my company. This course is taught by a highly skilled expert in Lean Six Sigma manufacturing. I highly recommend this course for companies looking to increase savings, efficiency and team oriented problem solving."

Erin Drotleff

Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Republic Steel

"My experience with KSU's LSS Green Belt Certification Program was very positive. Although I was reasonably familiar from work experience with some of the tools utilized within the Six Sigma Methodology, the program heightened my awareness of many tools that I had not used, and reinforced knowledge of those tools that I had used. John Novak did a great job of teaching, using "real life" scenarios to expound on teaching points, in addition to utilizing team oriented hands-on exercises to enhance the group's learning experience. Also Willie and Corianne, as well as other KSU Staff, did a wonderful job providing support to the group's learning needs. I'm looking forward to continued application of these tools in my career, and my eventual achievement of LSS Black Belt Training/Certification."

Scott Durkin

(May 2012 Class)
Lean Six Sigma Continuous Improvement Professional

"During my two week class, I had Instructor John Novak. The entire course was developed as a power point presentation and was supplied to me in its entirety on a flash drive. The course was well thought out. I was able to follow along on my own computer due to the flash drive. It was obvious that the instructor had spent an enormous amount of time developing the presentation. The two week class was entirely interactive with all of the students. The instructor made the class interesting. It was obvious that he had exceptional course knowledge & work experience. There were many real life applications presented which made the course relevant to each of our individual work experiences. There were team building projects and a competition each week. Time was spent teaching us the basics of the computer program “Minitab” which, is an industry standard for quality professionals. Students were left with a good sense of the requirements for their class project. Project submissions were reviewed and feed-back was provided in a timely manner.

Hilton Garden Inn of Twinsburg Ohio was a great venue for this learning experience. The conference rooms were quiet and of appropriate size for the class. Food, Snacks & beverages were all plentiful & tasty. They treated us all like kings.

Overall, I would rate instructor John Novak & this class an A plus!"

Daniel Peace

(September 2012 Class)
Quality Supervisor
Accurate Metal Machining

"The Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training was a great introduction to the diverse tools and techniques available for process improvement projects. The DMAIC process is an excellent road map to guide the project team from problem definition through to robust corrective action in order to maintain improved performance. John Novak did a terrific job presenting the class, and the KSU Corporate University staff help make the learning experience comfortable and enjoyable."

Terry Chilson

Manager Program Launch/Lean Manufacturing
Colfor Manufacturing Inc.
Malvern Manufacturing Facility

"The class was exciting, because you can take what you learn in class, apply the concepts right away and make effective changes within your organization."

Amy Caslow

BS/MBA, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Manager Clinical Services
Akron General Health Services

"The instructor [John Novak] brought such enthusiasm to the class that I found myself getting excited to start class each day!"

Daniel Vernon

Manufacturing Engineer
Delta Systems Inc.

"The Kent State Lean Six Sigma Green Belt program has been a huge asset for my development. It has provided a clear roadmap for leading a continuous improvement culture in my organization, as well as gaining the knowledge in how to get there. With the help of Kent State and John Novak, I have learned a wide variety of tools. I highly recommend this program for those wanting to increase their skill set and help their companies drive a continuous improvement culture!"

Lauren Lavo

Continual Improvement Manager
Shearers Snacks

"The Kent State Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification classes were an incredible help to Aspire Energy. The program does more than give you tools and push you out the door. It alters your perception of every process you see, allowing you to understand waste and variation that leads to inefficiency. Maybe even more importantly, it helps you to understand the cultural challenges we each face in our organizations while trying to improve processes. It reminds you that change leads to anxiety for many people and emphasizes the importance of including team members and process owners to create a culture of constant improvement. John Novak was a fantastic instructor with a wealth of experience, and his real world examples really brought the program to life."

Jeremy Miller

Marketing Manager
Aspire Energy Of Ohio

"Just wanted to thank each of you for a great Green Belt class! I learned so much from everyone and I really enjoyed the fun and camaraderie. Good stuff.

Thanks, John, for all your hard work and enthusiasm in delivering a top notch Green Belt training. It is clear that you are very passionate about what you do and you are a great trainer. We were all lucky to have you.

Your style of teaching allowed each of us to learn a great deal while being engaged and having fun. You are so good at what you do and you probably don't even know it! Your humble nature resonates well with everyone."

Linda Gray

Manager of Talent Acquisition
Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA

"This was a phenomenal experience working with you all. I am excited about the opportunity to utilize the tools that we have learned from the one and only, John Novak, an excellent facilitator. I enjoyed our interaction, the training, and I look forward to a reunion!"

Phillip Jackson

Director of Human Resources
Coleman Professional Services