Darren Dolcemascolo is an internationally recognized lecturer, author, and consultant on lean manufacturing principles. As senior partner and co-founder of EMS Consulting Group, he helps clients improve their productivity and quality through the application of lean strategies. Author of the book Improving the Extended Value Stream: Lean for the Entire Supply Chain, he has worked with clients in a variety of industries including medical, semiconductor, aerospace, and sign manufacturing. He has a BS in industrial engineering from Columbia University and an MBA from San Diego State University.