With five inspiring lean speakers, 32 lean practitioner presentations, 18 workshops, 10 lean plant tours with global companies the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME) provides a 3-day immersion into all things lean. Catch the Lean Wave, AME San Diego 2008 is for business executives looking to immerse themselves into the lean journey, network and take away real tools on how to transform companies toward sustainable growth. The conference is held at the Weston Horton Plaza San Diego, 910 Broadway Circle in San Diego. General registration: now through June 11^th. AME Member fees/general registration: $1195.00. Non-member fees/general registration: $1345.00. Walk-in registration is also available. For more information and a detailed roster of speakers, presentations, workshops, plant tours, events, registration information, cancellation policy, recommended accommodations, etc. call AME or visit the events website.