Andrew Parris earned his PhD at MIT researching Lean. He is a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with extensive aerospace, international and NGO/humanitarian experience. Recognized both within and outside Medair as a leader in applying Lean Six Sigma in the NGO context, he effectively works across cultures, engages leaders, and energises colleagues. Andrew lived for three years in East Africa, where he built up Lean Six Sigma capacity in World Vision and coached trainees who reduced over $1.5M annually in recurring costs. Even after his departure, his trainees continued to make improvements and cut another $500K.

Andrew is passionate about teaching learners, facilitating teams, and coaching for growth. He thrives on adventure, learning, and transformation. With a strong analytical, strategic, and deep-thinking approach, he communicates with passion, clarity, and understanding. His actions are motivated by faith, hope and love.

Medair is a renowned international humanitarian non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to providing humanitarian aid to people in crisis. Established in 1989, Medair focuses on bringing relief and recovery to vulnerable populations affected by natural disasters, conflicts, and other emergencies. With a mission to save lives and relieve human suffering, Medair delivers high-quality health care, safe water, sanitation, hygiene, shelter, and nutrition services to those in need.