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ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 - Registration Now Open for June 16, 2026 Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 10 days ago
On June 16th from 6:30pm - 8pm EDT, American Society for Quality (ASQ) Baltimore Section 0502 Virtual Member Meeting welcomes Program: 50 Ways to Simplify an ISO Management System – Jim Moran MA Ed. Tutorial/Workshop: Applying Principles & Tips to Develop an ISO-based Management System In the Program, Jim Moran will cover best practices for ISO management systems in organizations and the requirements of ISO 9001. In the Tutorial, Jim will engage participants to work through real-world examples of ISO-based Management Systems including Management System Design Principles, Documentation and Control, Risk-based Thinking, Leadership and ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 May 2026 Newsletter

By Debra McLaughlin posted 10 days ago
Hello! Please enjoy the ASQ Baltimore 0502 May 2026 newsletter. Debra McLaughlin Publicity Chair

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 -- April 14 Virtual Member Meeting Wrap - Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 04-18-2026
Please find PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates as well as the ASQ Training and Professional Development Resources slides posted under the "Library" tab on the Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides . We will join ASQ Philadelphia 0505 to offer our next meeting on May 12, 2026. Our speaker will be Jayet Moon who will present on the topic of Cybersecurity Risk Management for Quality Professionals. Registration is open. On behalf of our leadership team, thank you for supporting ASQ Baltimore events. Debra McLaughlin Publicity Chair ASQ Baltimore 0502

ASQ's own Jacob Shafka educates ASQ Baltimore on profesional development programs

By Rho Olaisen posted 04-14-2026
On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Jacob Shafka, Channel Manager at ASQ, led the ASQ Baltimore Section's monthly section meeting with an engaging blend of lecture and live demonstration of ASQ's educational platform. I walked away with three clear takeaways from a session that delivered quality content with genuine passion and real-world relevance. 1. ASQ Leads in Professional Development — and Accreditation Is the Reason Why ASQ's strength in professional development stems not only from its vast network of members and clients, but from a critical differentiator: accreditation. In a world where content is generated at exponential speed, vetted and reliable content ...

ASQ Philadelphia 0505 and Baltimore Section 0502-Registration now open for May 12, 2026 JOINT Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 04-13-2026
When: May 12, 2026 from 06:30 PM to 08:00 PM (ET) On May 12th American Society for Quality (ASQ) Philadelphia Section 0505 & Baltimore Section 0502 will hold a joint Virtual Meeting Program: Cybersecurity Risk Management for Quality Professionals presented by Jayet Moon, BS, MS In the Program, Jayet draws from his book Cybersecurity Risk Management to provide a structured, accessible, and risk-based framework for understanding and managing cybersecurity threats within quality-driven environments. In this presentation, you will learn about: Basic foundations of Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Objectives ...

Reminder- Registration Closing for April 14 Virtual Member Meeting

By Lydia Berry posted 04-09-2026
Hi Baltimore Members There is still time to register for our next virtual member meeting on April 14, but registration will close at noon, this coming Sunday April 12. This will be the last of a series of presentations designed to help our members maximize the benefits they receive from their ASQ membership. Our guest speaker will be Jacob Shefka from ASQ who will introduce us to ASQ's training programs. Offered across multiple platforms (virtual, in-person and self-paced on-line), ASQ's accredited trainings are designed to provide real world skills based experience. They can be taken individually, or be offered to groups. Come learn about these ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502-Registration now open for April 14, 2026 Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 03-27-2026
Our April 14th meeting will be held as a Virtual Meeting with both a program and tutorial. Program: ASQ Training and Professional Development and Tutorial Workshop: Case Studies and ASQ’s Learning Library presented by Jacob Shefka Register at the link below and check here for Event details Please use the link below to register for this event. After you register, you will receive an email from "ASQ Baltimore 0502" confirming that your registration has been processed and containing the link to join the meeting. If you do not receive the registration email, please re-register. Please note: ...

Celebrating ASQ Baltimore Section's 80th birthday (in 2027) ---share your vision!

By Rho Olaisen posted 03-18-2026
Did you know that ASQ Baltimore is one of the oldest active sections within ASQ? We were formed just one year after ASQ. And in 2027 we will be celebrating our 80th year of connecting locally and contributing positively to build ASQ from the ground up within Maryland through our local programs and outreach. Are you maybe new to ASQ Baltimore, or been around a while? We want to hear from you. What does celebrating look like? Here are some ideas to build upon: Is it a virtual reunion? Or maybe a party, somewhere fun? Or is it maybe something entirely different? Reach out and share your ideas! Together Everyone Achieves More. My email is rhohenryolaisen at ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 -- March 10 Virtual Member Meeting Wrap - Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 03-15-2026
Please find PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates as well as slides from the Guest Presenters from ASQ Technical Communities posted under the "Library" tab on the Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides . Our next virtual member meeting will be April 14, 2026. We are continuing our focus on member benefits by inviting a representative from ASQ to provide an overview of all of the training opportunities (classes, recordings, webinars) and where these resources can be found. Registration will open soon. On behalf of our leadership team, thank you for supporting ASQ Baltimore events. ------------------------------ ...

Baltimore section brings 9 technical communities to our monthly meeting

By Rho Olaisen posted 03-10-2026
Lydia Berry began with a series of announcements (6:10p-6:37p), incl. a walk-through for how to join ASQ technical communities (which is a complimentary service from ASQ). Tonight's monthly presentation was on the ASQ technical communities, with nine (of 25) presenting to Baltimore. The Government Section was represented by Shruti Patil (Texas). Their three key messages were that they are 1) a community for anyone serving the public sector, 2) platform for building network of 3,400 members, and 3) promoting ANSI G1 standards system (process & systems). Rhonda asked how ASQ can help. Shruti answered: There is an identified need for better cross-collaboration. ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502-Registration now open for March 10, 2026 Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 02-21-2026
Our March 10th meeting will be held as a Virtual Meeting with both a program and tutorial. Program: Advancing Quality Together: A Conversation with ASQ Technical Communities Representatives Representatives from several ASQ Technical Communities will share experiences, professional development opportunities, career-relevant strategies, and service opportunities that can boost your acumen and reputation as a leader and contributor in your technical industry. You will learn about ASQ technical communities; identify technical communities to which you belong or would like to join; and ask questions of the participating representatives. Register ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 -- February 10 Virtual Member Meeting Wrap - Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 02-16-2026
Please find attached PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates as well as the Voice of Our Members slides by ASQ Fellow Steven Schuelka . Please join us in congratulating Doreen Mannion who won ASQ Baltimore branded merch. Ms. Mannion qualified for the prize drawing by completing meeting feedback surveys during the last 2025 quarter. Congratulations, Doreen, and thank you for your valuable feedback! Access Meeting documents here Our next meeting will be Tuesday, March 10th. The topic, presenters, and tutorial will be announced soon. Stay tuned to your email and myASQ Events! On behalf of our leadership team, thank ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502-Registration now open for February 10, 2026 Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 02-04-2026
Our February 10th meeting will be held as a Virtual Meeting with both a program and tutorial. Program: Voice of the Members - Listening to ASQ Baltimore 0502 Section Members - Steven Schuelka (Facilitator) Program Learning Objectives: Discuss of the valuable benefits of ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 membership Tutorial/Workshop: ASQ Baltimore Section Town Hall - Baltimore Section Leaders Tutorial Learning Objectives: Gather actionable member requests for new programs or services to be implemented at the section level. Mr. Schuelka has an M.S. in Statistics and an M.S.E. in Industrial Engineering. Steven ...

December 2025 ASQ Baltimore 0502 Member Meeting Wrap Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 12-14-2025
Please find PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates in the Member Meeting Presentations > 2025 under the "Library" tab on the myASQ Communities Baltimore Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides . (Also attached for your convenience.) Our speaker for December 2, 2025 was Janet P. Nelson, SSBB who presented on “Customer Loyalty and Retention” and a tutorial on “Developing Surveys That Work.” If you have any questions, please contact her directly. Her email address is: JanetPNelson@TheBusinessImprovementExperts.com . Her website is: https://theworkoutconsortium.webnode.page/ . If you ...

November 2025 ASQ Baltimore 0502 Member Meeting Wrap Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 11-14-2025
Please find PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates as well as references and slides provided by our guest speaker Jim Moran for his presentation and tutorial on “Using AI to Streamline ISO 9001 Implementation” posted under the "Library" tab on the Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides . Please join us in congratulating Thanh Doyle and Jesse Lambert for winning copies of our November door prize: The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande. Our next meeting will be December 2, 2025, which is one week earlier than usual. Our speaker will be Janet P. Nelson, SSBB who will present ...

American Society for Quality (ASQ) Baltimore Section 0502 Virtual Member Meeting – Program and Tutorial December 2, 2025

By Debra McLaughlin posted 11-10-2025
Our December 2, 2025 meeting will be held as a Virtual Meeting with both a program and tutorial. **See registration link below** The Program and Tutorial will be presented by Janet P. Nelson SSBB Program: Customer Loyalty and Retention Tutorial/Workshop: Customer and Loyalty Surveys That Work Janet holds an MS in Systems Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology and has held senior leadership positions at Xerox, Eastman Kodak, and Innotex Precision Ltd. Janet is a senior member of ASQ and the founder and president of The Business Improvement Experts . Program and Tutorial Learning Objectives: Explain key features ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 - Registration now open for November11, 2025 Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 10-22-2025
ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 - Registration now open for November 11, 2025 Virtual Member Meeting The Program and Tutorial will be presented by Jim Moran, MA Ed., MSP Program: Using AI to Streamline ISO 9001 Implementation Tutorial/Workshop: Demonstration - Using AI to Streamline ISO 9001 Implementation and Build QMS For additional details, please see this attached document. Please see more information and register for the November 11, 2025 at ASQ Baltimore Section Member Meeting at this link.

October 2025 ASQ Baltimore 0502 Member Meeting Wrap Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 10-15-2025
Please find PDF copies of ASQ Baltimore Section announcements and updates as well as references and slides for the Healthcare Quality Management System Technical Report presentation and tutorial handout posted under the "Library" tab on the Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides . Please join us in congratulating Deborah Beckham and Naren Patel for winning copies of our October door prize: Validating a Best Practice: A Tool for Improvement and Benchmarking by Yves Van Nuland and Grace L. Duffy. To explore healthcare quality management systems in greater depth, check out webinars and resources offered through ASQ technical ...

ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 - Registration now open for  October 14, 2025 Virtual Member Meeting

By Debra McLaughlin posted 09-15-2025
ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 - Registration now open for October 14, 2025 Virtual Member Meeting Program: ANSI ASQ TR4 – Healthcare Quality Management System – @Grace Duffy Tutorial/Workshop: Case studies of tools supporting the Healthcare QMS — @Grace Duffy See additional information in the attached file. Please see more information and register for Ocober 14, 2025 ASQ Baltimore Section Member Meeting here .

September 10, 2025 ASQ Baltimore 0502 Joint with QMD Member Meeting Wrap Up

By Debra McLaughlin posted 09-13-2025
Please find a PDF copy of the September 10, 2025 webinar "Understanding Each Other, Series 3: Personality and Propaganda" slides posted under the "Library" tab on the Section website: ASQ Baltimore Section 0502 Meeting Slides (Joint with QMD) Our next meeting will be Tuesday, October 10, 2025 . Our speaker will be Grace Duffy on ANSI ASQ TR4 Healthcare QMS Technical Report . Registration will open shortly. On behalf of our leadership team, thank you for supporting ASQ Baltimore events.