February Dinner Meeting
Thu Feb 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
UNF John Delaney Student Union
February Dinner Meeting (Total 0.3 Recertification Units)
Educational Minute: TBD
Dinner and Presentation: " AI in Quality Management: From Detection to Prediction". Presented by: Purvi Bhatt MBA, ASQ certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP
Is AI the future of Quality Management—or a risk to it?
Across industries including manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, aerospace, energy, consumer goods, finance, government, and technology, AI is already reshaping how quality risks are detected, prioritized, and prevented. This session shows how AI extends trusted tools such as SPC, FMEA, audits, and root cause analysis to move organizations from reactive defect detection to predictive quality management.
Built for experienced quality practitioners, the presentation tackles real-world implementation challenges—data quality, validation, bias, and governance—while demonstrating how AI fits within existing ISO and Six Sigma frameworks. Attendees will gain practical insight into where AI delivers value today and why quality professionals remain essential as validators, decision-makers, and stewards of trust across complex, regulated, and service-based environments.
Education of Presenter
· BS in Computer Information Systems from University of North Florida
· MBA from University of North Florida
· MS in Computer Information Systems from Boston University
Certifications: ASQ certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP
Presenter Biography
Purvi Bhatt is a seasoned leader in strategic initiatives and product management, with over 27 years of experience driving transformation across the healthcare technology landscape. She leads major programs at CVS Health and Aetna, focusing on innovation, operational excellence, and digital strategy. She specializes in transforming bold ideas into scalable solutions.
Her career is defined by a relentless pursuit of efficiency and customer satisfaction. Purvi has been managing global teams across 20+ locations, overseeing multimillion dollar portfolios. She brings clarity, collaboration, and a touch of curiosity to every challenge from streamlining provider onboarding to launching AI-driven workflows. She thrives in fast-paced environments, loves mentoring teams, and believes that innovation should always serve people first.
Purvi’s expertise spans digital strategy development, product lifecycle management, Six Sigma methodologies, and financial planning. She has built robust ecosystems for provider networks, introduced AI investment categories into IT portfolios, and led broad-scale change management efforts.
Her academic foundation includes an MBA from University of North Florida and a MS in Computer Information Systems from Boston University. She holds certifications in Six Sigma (Black Belt and Green Belt), PMP, and Scrum Master, underscoring her commitment to structured excellence and agile innovation.
Purvi’s leadership is marked by a deep understanding of healthcare operations, a visionary approach to technology adoption, and a collaborative spirit that fosters cultures of accountability and care. Whether optimizing workflows or launching new products, she brings insight, strategy, and heart to every initiative.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE LOCATION CHANGE: UNF Student Union (John A. Delaney Student Union)1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224. Parking is at the parking garage located in the parking garage to the east of the building. Once inside, there will be directional signs pointing you to your room. Your room will be in the west building on the 3rd floor. If you get lost, please call (904) 620-2525 and they can help point you in the right direction.
COST: Free to ASQ Members who RSVP; $20 for non-members and walk-ins with no RSVP. Interested members can attend the main presentation after the dinner is completed (approximately 06:50 EST) at no charge.
DATE: Thursday, February 26, 2026
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AGENDA:
- 6:00 P.M. Social Period & Registration
- 6:15 P.M. Educational Minute Begins
- 6:30 P.M. Dinner Begins
- 7:00 P.M. Presentation
- 8:00 P.M. Social Period
- 9:00 P.M. Meeting adjourn
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