IN MEMORIAM – BUDDY BRUMLEY (1957-2024). Buddy was a cherished leader in The Lean Builder Community. He embodied the principles of a Lean champion, treating everyone with respect, striving to provide more value than he received, and possessing an unending curiosity for learning and self-improvement. Buddy was a Senior Superintendent with Skiles Group, a DFW-based builder specializing in the construction of complex healthcare facilities. Buddy had over 35 years of construction experience, and was a “Lean Champion” within the firm where he helps to teach Skiles Group’s Lean processes and tools, drives adherence to those protocols, seeks innovative solutions to achieve the firm’s Lean goals, and generates enthusiasm for the firm’s Lean initiatives. We invite you to reflect on his wisdom and advice.