Spotlighting our Volunteers
SPQA’s success and the success of the organizations it serves depends in great part on the dedication and the service of its volunteers. Each month we want to thank our volunteers by spotlighting who they are and what they’ve accomplished.
2023 September Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Beth McNamee to get her story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member for SPQA? I have…
Read More2023 August Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed George Yacus to get his story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member for SPQA? Our doctoral program at…
Read More2023 July Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Joe Boutte to get his story. Why did you decide to become a Board Member for SPQA? After supporting…
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SPQA Chair Letter
Happy summer! I’m proud to share the many exciting training and learning opportunities that SPQA has to offer. I encourage you to become engaged. The Baldrige Framework has been proven to improve organizational performance and provide sustainable results. Whether your organization is— large or small, service or manufacturing, education or health care, government or nonprofit,…
Read More2023 June Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed David Fuller, our SPQA Treasurer to get his story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member for…
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2023 June Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each volunteer workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Nyrma Soffel. What interested you in becoming an Examiner with SPQA? In my current role, I don’t have…
Read More2023 May Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Steve Bonk to get his story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member for SPQA? Became a SPQA…
Read More2023 May Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each volunteer workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed José Perez Martínez. What interested you in becoming an Examiner with SPQA? Wanting to learn about organizations choosing…
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2022 Above & Beyond Award
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 Beyond recognition is awarded to…
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2022 Rookie of the Year
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 the Year recognition is awarded…
Read More2023 April Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each volunteer workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Harold Hanson. What interested you in becoming an Examiner with SPQA? I appreciate working with multidisciplinary teams observing…
Read More2023 April Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Mary Redd-Clary, PhD., our SPQA Secretary to get her story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member…
Read More2023 March Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each volunteer workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Dr. Joe Sprangel. What interested you in becoming an Examiner with SPQA? I was intrigued with the Malcolm…
Read More2022 August Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each volunteer workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Henri Haskell, our former Vice-Chair for Operations. What interested you in becoming an Examiner with SPQA? Have always…
Read More2022 May Spotlight
At SPQA, our support in helping organizations on their journey to excellence leverages the talents and experiences of our volunteer workforce. Each workforce member has a unique story to tell. In this article we have interviewed Jim Spengler, our Chair, to get his story. Why did you choose to become a Board Member for SPQA? …
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2021 Examiner of the Year
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 the Year recognition is awarded…
Read More2021 Above & Beyond Award
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 Beyond recognition is awarded to…
Read More2021 Rookie of the Year
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 the Year recognition is awarded…
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