SPQA Chair Letter

This post considers Deming’s view of leadership as an intentional, measurable, and improvable system of practice.  Dr. Edwards Deming, born in 1900, was one of the most influential figures in the international quality movement. In his book, Out of the Crisis, he included 14 points for management. He stated that leadership’s job is to create the conditions so people can…

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2022 Above & Beyond Award

Beth Edwards & Kimberly Bond Every year the SPQA recognizes special examiners who have contributed greatly to the success of the Award Program. This peer recognition from team members and team leadership is delivered through three special awards: Above and Beyond Award, Rookie of the Year Award, and Examiner of the Year. The Above and…

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2021 Examiner of the Year

Kimberly Bond & Beth Edwards Every year the SPQA recognizes special examiners who have contributed greatly to the success of the Award Program.  This peer recognition from team members and team leadership is delivered through three special awards:  Above and Beyond Award, Rookie of the Year Award, and Examiner of the Year. The Examiner of…

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2021 Above & Beyond Award

Clyniece Chaney & Helena Machado Every year the SPQA recognizes special examiners who have contributed greatly to the success of the Award Program. This peer recognition from team members and team leadership is delivered through three special awards: Above and Beyond Award, Rookie of the Year Award, and Examiner of the Year. The Above and…

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2021 Rookie of the Year

Kate Bradshaw & Joni Mixon Every year the SPQA recognizes special examiners who have contributed greatly to the success of the Award Program. This peer recognition from team members and team leadership is delivered through three special awards: Above and Beyond Award, Rookie of the Year Award, and Examiner of the Year. The Rookie of…

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