"Dave Hoyte represents my mental model for an outstanding lean executive.  His knowledge is unparalleled. I never have had an interaction with him in which I did not learn something new or see an old idea turned in a creative way.  He understands the boardroom very well but relishes the real Gemba, where he sees, asks questions and shows respect for people.  Dave’s experience spans many industries as a very successful operating
executive including manufacturing, service, and private equity.  Dave has taught many graduate students in frequent visits to Ohio State’s
Fisher College of Business—always to rave reviews based on his clear exposition, numerous examples, and ability to ask great questions.!"

Peter Ward
Professor and Richard M. Ross Chair in Management
Chair, Department of Management Sciences
Co-Director, Center for Operational Excellence
Fisher College of Business
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH 43210

"Dave Hoyte provided highly detailed due diligence for our complex and troubled manufacturing equity in a short timeframe.  His broad based knowledge in the industrial sector and ability to quickly identify issues and answers are truly rare."

J. D. Cirar
Managing Director
 Guard Hill Holdings

"David Hoyte brought a 'hands on' approach as he worked with our operational management team to teach them the effective use of 'lean tools' to enhance productivity. He guided and monitored the implementation process, including the establishment of 'target goals'.  He was instrumental in helping them work through issues, challenges and set-backs with a 'learn by doing' approach.  Bottom line, we achieved a 30%+ productivity improvement across our largest assembly cells in less than seven months.”

Alan C. Johnson
Previously, President & CEO
Advanced Accessory Systems

"David Hoyte has a unique and energetic way of teaching and finding waste in an organization.  During my time working with him, our organization learned to pay close attention to the true meaning of value added and non-value added activities. With his leadership, we achieved a 25% reduction in setup,  significant productivity improvements, and an in-depth understanding of our true product costs, using his methodology, which led to much sharper pricing decisions and elimination of some loss products."

Francisco Castillo
Plant Manager
Foxtail Foods

"David Hoyte worked with our company and another portfolio company with similar molding processes to train us jointly in rapid mold change and the science of continuous improvement.  David’s unique approach of establishing a mold change competition really “got the competitive juices flowing”.  The outcome of the competition and David’s training was nothing short of remarkable! The quick die changeover competition yielded amazing results: 40% reduction in pre-set up times: over 60% reduction in mold change time and 20% improvement in process cycle times!  We achieved a first year savings over $400K.  My team continues on the journey of continuous improvement by utilizing the tools and methods David taught us!"

Daniel J. Yurovich
Sr. VP of Operations
Ames True Temper

"I have known Dave Hoyte for many years and he has been a tremendous support for our Lean Network of Honda suppliers. He has conducted many seminars and workshops on behalf of the Network and he has enriched us with his knowledge, insights, wisdom and expertise all based on his experience in the gemba. He consistently receives high marks for both his content and delivery style and we are happy to have him return to our annual conference every year. I wholeheartedly endorse Dave as a true believer and practitioner in the art and science of lean enterprise. He makes a solid connection between lean inputs and the results of increased value for a company and its customers." 

Jack Parsons
Advisor to the Lean Network of Honda Suppliers
Honda of America Mfg.Inc.
Purchasing North American Technical 
Supplier Support and Training