Michael Dettmers – Agile Enterprises Enhance Profitability

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Michael Dettmers Agile Enterprises Enhance
Profitability
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Michael Dettmers was one of the earliest and
foremost proponents of the agile approach to
organizational design. Michael is experienced in
helping small to medium sized companies reach
their potential in terms of productivity and
revenue. Based on that experience, he co-founded
Dettmers Inductries Inc., which was later
selected in 1993 by Inc. magazine as one of the
Best Small Companies to Work for in America.
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This company was the perfect example of how small
groups of self managed employees are more
efficient. By continuing education and training
for employees, the company is able to empower its
workforce thereby increasing profits as well as
increasing the take-home pay of its employees.
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As the president and co-founder of Gylanix
Solutions, Michael Dettmers delivered customized
programs in leadership coaching, innovation,
organizational transformation, entrepreneurship,
and communication. His clients included
Inter-Continental Hotels and Resorts, Amnex Inc.,
The Europe Japan Center, PPL Global, The PA
Chamber of Business and Industry, Paine Webber,
and others.
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His next venture was MedX Corporation a company
that was was founded by Arthur Jones (also the
founder of Nautilus). As CEO, he assembled a new
management team, raised capital, and revamped
operations to incorporate lean manufacturing
practices.
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In his free time, Michael enjoys playing golf,
ice hockey, and SuperSlow Strength Training.
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Thank You!