Driving Change Through Continuous Improvement – A Conversation with Stuart Lowndes

In this episode, CBS’s Keith Yeater sits down with Stuart Lowndes, CEO of XMEK, to discuss the real-world application of continuous improvement and change leadership. From his early days as an apprentice at Lucas Aerospace to leading global transformations at XMEK, Stuart shares candid insights on:

  • The evolution of continuous improvement from the shop floor to business processes
  • How flat organizational structures accelerate decision-making
  • The role of core values, mission, and vision in driving cultural alignment
  • Practical metrics that measure success beyond EBITDA
  • Where AI fits into the next chapter of operational excellence

This is a conversation for leaders who want straight talk on what it really takes to create lasting change inside complex organizations.

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