Stacy Franklin

Stacy has built her career demonstrating how Lean can simplify and improve the way people and teams work across healthcare, tech, retail, and other service-based sectors. As Founder and CEO of Kanso — named for the Japanese concept of ‘simplicity’ — she redefines what Lean can do by focusing on the people behind every process.

Raised in a family business, Stacy learned early how clear, intentional processes empower organisations and fuel real growth. After earning her Lean Black Belt at the University of Limerick, she applied those principles across the service industry. Throughout her career, she has helped organisations save millions in resource costs.

A recognised voice in Ireland’s Lean community, Stacy speaks at industry events, guides companies in adopting a Lean mindset, and lectures on the University of Limerick’s Master Black Belt programme. Clients value her fresh approach, meticulous eye for detail, and habit of challenging assumptions by asking ‘Why?’ — to reveal untapped opportunities.