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Lucas Organizational Performance Improvement Services (OPIS)

Our Mission

To develop stronger, more resilient organizations by improving the performance of the people at their core. Focused Human and Organizational Performance (HOP), Conduct of Operation, Leadership Training that strengthens how work gets done and improves outcomes at every level. We specialize in translating training and facilitation into everyday language, practical tools, and repeatable habits that work in the real world. 

Our Philosophy

People don’t rise to the level of procedures; they rise to the level of the systems, support, and clarity they’re given. ​Our programs support organizations from the Private Sector to Government Agencies by:

  • Building safer, more reliable operations

  • Reducing operational surprise

  • Strengthening learning culture

  • Equipping leaders to shape the right conditions

  • Empowering frontline teams with usable, relevant tools

​​Sustainable change happens when leadership and learning meet.

For additional information on Intensives and Micro Lessons, visit our LinkedIn 

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Meet the Team

Joe Estey performance, team, leadership, and safety trainer in Richland and Oak Ridge at Lucas Engineering the well-known DOE subcontracting firm

Sr. Performance Improvement Specialist 

Joe Estey

Joe Estey is a nationally recognized expert in Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) with over 40 years of experience helping organizations learn from real work in complex environments. Joe has led over 150 incident analyses and learning team events for DOE, OSHA, and Fortune 500 organizations. An award-winning author and consultant, Joe has been recognized by two U.S. Presidential administrations for public service and leadership and serves on the National Board of Directors for the Community of Human & Organizational Learning (CHOL).

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LLoyd Keith performance, team, leadership, and safety trainer in Richland and Oak Ridge at Lucas Engineering the well-known DOE subcontracting firm

Sr. Performance Improvement Specialist 

Lloyd Keith

Lloyd Keith is a respected leader in organizational performance and safety with more than 40 years of experience driving excellence in high-risk, complex environments. He has built and rebuilt workforce training programs across nuclear and industrial facilities. A U.S. Navy nuclear power veteran, Lloyd has guided large-scale workforce training initiatives, shaped national HOP best practices, and helped organizations strengthen safety, reliability, and operational discipline through leadership, mentoring, and commitment.

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Bethany Estey performance, team, leadership, and safety manager in Washington and Oak Ridge at Lucas Engineering the well-known DOE subcontracting firm

 

Support Specialist

Bethany Estey

As a Support Specialist, Bethany Estey designs and delivers HOP-based micro-learning content that helps organizations translate human performance principles into everyday practice. As a content creator and social media lead, she develops clear and engaging messaging that connects leadership, safety, and learning in ways that resonate across various industries. Bethany also serves as Event Director for Lucas OPIS Intensives, coordinating immersive learning experiences that support operational excellence and organizational growth. 

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Workplace safety training from HOP leader Lucas in oak ridge

Ready To Find Out More?


 

We believe people strive for improvement. 

Our nationally reputed staff, evaluation tools and training materials can be delivered on-demand, in person, or virtually for the transformation of your organizational culture.

The OPIS Team is ready to get to work for you today.  Schedule a meeting to see how our Performance Improvement Specialists can serve as change agents for your organization.

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