Linda Kleingartner
Linda is a tenacious, strategic and results-oriented leader. Her background in state government, small business and non-profit management combined with experience working for a world renowned not-for-profit organization has enabled her to bring insight, experience and expertise to navigate change. Supplementing the professional experience, Linda’s education and training in behavioral science, project management, Lean Six-Sigma, change management and leadership strategies are critical assets to T.A.S. product and service lines.
She is established in the Olympia and Spokane communities and well regarded in Washington State government for accomplishing results. Her work has been spread to the four corners of Washington State, and she is known for quick, effective results. Linda’s StrengthsFinder 2.0 strengths are 1) Strategic, 2) Achiever, 3) Learner, 4) Arranger, and 5) Responsibility. She is an active volunteer for nearly 25 years and has served on six boards. Contact Linda at linda@tasguru.com.
Julie Thumser-Kerlee
Julie is a dynamic connector of people, processes, and outcomes. She has extensive experience as a leader in state and federal government, both domestic and abroad, as well as small businesses and community organizations. This experience gives her a broad perspective of the interconnectedness of systems and people – allowing her to help leaders and organizations make the right decisions with ease. Her unique experience combined with her education make her a skillful facilitator with deep roots in diversity and inclusion. She is a Certified Diversity Executive® with the Institute for Diversity Certification.
With her background in facilitation, process improvement, change management, and strategy, Julie has the keen ability to make problems and processes visible so that groups can get unstuck. She brings ease to tough conversations in both small and large group settings and gracefully drives groups to their desired outcomes. Julie StrengthsFinder 2.0 strengths are: 1.) Context, 2.) Connectedness, 3.) Strategic and 4.) Intellection. You may contact Julie at julie@tasguru.com.
Lolousi Bench
Lolousi is an adaptable, dynamic, driven empathizer. Her background extends over multiple states and multiple industries. First introduced to Lean Six Sigma while working as an assembler in a Utah factory and was able to put it into practice in a Texas steel manufacturer, which ignited a passion for process improvement, organizational development, and data analytics. Lolousi is known for her enthusiasm to learn from others and improve the work-life balance that benefits individuals and organizations. With a master’s degree in industrial organizational psychology, Lolousi prides herself on research, data, and the methodology that motivates individuals in the workplace.
Her diverse experience lends a unique equitable lens that she uses to recognize and cultivate the potential in others. Certified in Six Sigma and Crucial Conversations, Lolousi drives process improvement and standardization by identifying skill gaps, challenges, and opportunities by respecting each individual’s point of view and fostering honesty and dedication. Lolousi’s StrengthsFinder 1) Learner 2) Achiever 3) Developer 4) Harmony and 5) Responsibility.