Brandon Nowak, MBA
About Brandon Nowak, MBA
Brandon Nowak, MBA, is a manager at Thomson Reuters, overseeing the Digital Print Manufacturing and Prepress departments. He has extensive experience in operations management and a strong focus on continuous improvement and Lean practices.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Brandon Nowak has been employed at Thomson Reuters since 2008. He has held various positions, including 1st Shift Production Supervisor from 2008 to 2016, where he worked for eight years. In 2016, he transitioned to the role of Value Stream Supervisor, maintaining this position for eight years. In 2017, he became the Manager of Digital Print Manufacturing and Prepress, a role he has held for seven years. In 2018, he also took on the position of Manager for the Prepress, Digital, and Print Departments, contributing to the company's operations in Eagan, Minnesota.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Nowak earned his Bachelor’s degree in Operations from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Augsburg College, completing his studies from 2015 to 2017. In addition to his formal education, he studied at The University of Edinburgh for 11 months in 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in operations management and Lean practices.
Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Brandon Nowak worked at Hormel Foods as a Supervisor for one year in Beloit, Wisconsin, from 2007 to 2008. His career at Thomson Reuters began in 2008, and he has since developed a strong focus on continuous improvement and standard work within operations. He has also been an Independent Business Owner since December 2018, concentrating on Lean process improvement.
Achievements in Lean Practices
Brandon Nowak has a strong focus on creating a culture of continuous improvement within operations at Thomson Reuters. He utilizes the concept of 'True North' to guide Lean practices, aiming to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace. His leadership in the Digital Print Manufacturing and Prepress departments reflects his commitment to operational excellence and process optimization.