Michael Lean

Michael Lean is a seasoned operational and supply chainexecutive with more than 30 years of global leadership experience spanningNorth America, Europe, and Asia. His expertise includes general management,procurement, supply chain optimization, operations, and continuous improvement,with a proven ability to lead high-performing teams and drive sustainablebusiness value across diverse industries.

Throughout his career, Michael has delivered more than $200million in realized cost savings, developed continuous improvement programsthat generated significant reductions in operating costs and inventory whileimproving service and safety performance, and led successful businessturnarounds in both corporate and private equity environments.

As General Manager for Henkel China, he built a greenfieldoperation that captured 35% market share, increased sales by 200%, and improvedEBIT from a loss of 11% to a positive 7%.

Known for his analytical approach, strategic vision, andhands-on leadership style, Michael has consistently helped organizationsimprove profitability, accelerate growth, and achieve operational excellence.His extensive international experience and track record of transformingbusinesses make him a trusted advisor and value creator for clients seekingmeasurable, sustainable results.

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