Your partner for leadership, transformation & continuous improvement
Transform Your Manufacturing Operations from Chaos to Excellence.
We focus on closing the gap between leadership and teams, especially in today’s world shaped by digital transformation, cultural complexity, and evolving expectations. Whether in production environments or administrative teams, we tailor our workshops and consulting services to the unique challenges of each client.
Our goal is to make leadership more human, communication more purposeful, and processes more effective. Because real transformation doesn’t come from quick fixes but from structure, clarity, and the courage to lead different.
Leading with Purpose
At Leadership Pathfinder, we believe that meaningful transformation starts with the right mindset, not just the right methods. That’s why our work is grounded in a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Our Vision
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Our Mission
We deliver high-impact transformation programs that optimize operations, streamline financial performance, and enable long-term scalability—by combining deep industry experience with Lean methodologies and financial insight.
Our Culture
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all consulting. Our culture is shaped by listening deeply, thinking systemically, and working alongside clients to create sustainable results. We challenge traditional thinking, encourage open dialogue, and foster a learning environment—for our clients and ourselves.
My Trusted Partner Network
I colloborate with a select network of specialized consultants ensure I can deliver exceptional results eben when demand exceed my capacity. This partnership approach means you always geht expert support tailored to your specific industry and challenges.
Are these Challenges Holding Your Manufacturing Business back?
- Unable to meet customer demand despite working over time.
- High inventory levels tying up your cash flow.
- Quality Issues causing rework and customer complaints.
- Low productivity eating into your profit margins.
- Leadership struggling to drive real operational improvements.
You are not alone.
Most manufacturing SMEs face these exact challenges. The difference is knowing how to solve them systematically, not with quick fixes but with proven lean methodologies.
Methods
Leadership Pathfinder applies proven Lean Management methods to drive effective leadership.
Execution-Focused Lean Consulting That Delivers Real Results
I’m Drasko Zivkovic and I’ve spent 28 years transforming manufacturing operations across 50+ production sites worldwide. From Mercedes-Benz and Daimler Trucks to Mann+Hummel and Agco Fendt.
What makes me different?
- Hands-on execution not just theory
I work alongside your team on the shopfloor implementing solutions together - Proven track record
25-35% productivity gains trough line balancing, 8-15% OEE improvements, reduced changeover times. - Trained by the best
Learned from ex-Toyota managers and led the Daimler Trucks Lean Academy for 5 years.
- Custom solutions
No cookie-cutter approaches. Every engagement is tailored to your specific challenges - International experties
Experience across automotive, pharma, and machining industries in US, Mexico, Brazil and Europe
„Where there is no standard, there can be no kaizen„
Taiichi Ohno
Father of the Toyota Production System and Lean Management pioneer
Our Services
We offer flexible options, which you can adapt to the different needs of each project.
Lean Manufacturing Consulting
3-9 Month
Custom Engagements
I partner with small to medium manufacturing companies to drive sustainable operational excellence through proven lean methodologies
Initial Assesment
(2-3 weeks)
- Value stream mapping
- bottleneck identification
- OEE analysis and detailed improvement roadmap
Implementation Phase
- Hands-on execution of line balancing
- waste reduction
- 5S
- shopfloor management systems
Typical outcomes
- 25-35% productivity increases
- 8-15% OEE improvements
- Reduced changeover times and inventory levels
- Improved quality
- Reduced scrap rates
Lean Leadership Development
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Group Workshops
Real lean leadership isn’t about heroics—it’s about building systems, coaching others, and creating environments where excellence thrives
One-on-One Coaching
Workshop Topics
- Lean fundamentals and advanced application
- Value stream mapping and waste elimination
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Shopfloor management and visual systems
- Building a continuous improvement culture
Quick Win
Projects
30-60 Days
Intensive Engagements
Need fast results? I’ll identify and implement high-impact improvements
Outcome
- Process mapping and spaghetti diagrams
- Yamazumi boards for line balancing
- Waste analysis and elimination
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Drasko was my trainer during Lean Expert qualification at Mercedes-Benz. I developed great knowledge with his support and training. He is a great professional and coach always willing to innovate, committed to pull the best of people, with great didactic and compromised with his work.
— Lean Manufacturing Expert
Drasko was my manager and consulting coach for 9 months while I completed an international MBA consulting internship at Daimler trucks. He proved to be the best mentor / coach that I could have asked for and ultimately taught me the importance and fundamentals of system thinking in order to holistically approach and frame a problem for root cause resolution. In addition to teaching me the fundamentals of pure consulting, Drasko was a life and culture coach for me, a 24 year old American Student living in Germany, teaching me the true value of culture immersion and how that ultimately translates to success in international business. He enabled me to make the most of my experience abroad and I still leverage his process and system based consulting approach in my role as a technology COO. I will always credit Drasko with evolving my business approach towards solving enterprise-wide problems and I cant overstate my appreciation for his mentorship and training.
— VP Digital Solutions & Open Banking at FIS
I had the pleasure and opportunity to work with Drasko in some Lean Projects and to have him as a mentor while developing myself to become a Lean Trainer. Always thinking ahead and out of the box, his ability to engage people on prosecuting challenging targets and to think big is unique. I could learn a lot with him not only with his valuable feedbacks leadership but also with his international experience, passion in coaching and inspiring people from different organizational levels and different culture.
— Production Manager at Daimler Trucks North America
Drasko is one of the best coaches that I have had the pleasure of working with for the past 5 years. He is not only able to coach anyone to their best potential, from new employees to high level managers, but also able to improve systematic organizational issues in a way that is easy to follow with buy-in from all involve.
— Project Coordinator at Daimler AG
We recognize the role architecture plays in shaping a sustainable future.
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Consulting
Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces.
Project Management
Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces.
Design
Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces.
Maintenance
Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces.
FAQs
What is your process working in smaller projects?
Études offers comprehensive consulting, management, design, and research solutions. Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces. Every architectural endeavor is an opportunity to shape the future.
Who is behind Études?
Études offers comprehensive consulting, management, design, and research solutions. Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces. Every architectural endeavor is an opportunity to shape the future.
I’d like to get to meet fellow architects, how can I do that?
Études offers comprehensive consulting, management, design, and research solutions. Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces. Every architectural endeavor is an opportunity to shape the future.
Can I apply to be a part of the team or work as a contractor?
Études offers comprehensive consulting, management, design, and research solutions. Our vision is to be at the forefront of architectural innovation, fostering a global community of architects and enthusiasts united by a passion for creating spaces. Every architectural endeavor is an opportunity to shape the future.
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A passion for creating spaces
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- A world of thought-provoking articles.
- Case studies that celebrate architecture.
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“Études has saved us thousands of hours of work and has unlocked insights we never thought possible.”
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CEO, Greenprint
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