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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Six Sigma Special Interest Group meeting -- September 23\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is free and open to the public. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credits for attending. \n  \nTitle: Quality Management Systems (QMS) and the Shingo Model \nPresenter/facilitator: Tim Whetten \nSummary: \nTim will define what a Quality Management System is and discuss its importance. He will compare the most prominent systems. To illustrate the importance of a system\, Tim will describe the Shingo Model and how the various components and principles work together to result in meeting customer and regulatory requirements\, enhancing customer satisfaction\, and driving continual improvement. \n  \n\n\n\n\nPresenter Bio: \nTim has worked for decades in the semiconductor industry\, with extensive experience in manufacturing technology development\, process improvement\, technology transfer\, and supplier management. He has spent the last 10 years working for Broadcom\, improving quality systems and tools. \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-six-sigma-special-interest-group-meeting-september-23-2025/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T120000
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SUMMARY:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh) Volunteer Opportunity -- September 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Volunteering at Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina \nMake a difference in helping the communities.  ASQ members will receive 0.5 RU credits for participating in this activity. \nThis event will be at the Raleigh location. For more information and registration\, click here. \nAdditional Information: \nAfter following the link above\, click the “Sign Up” button next to your shift\, then follow the website’s prompts to create a new account or login to an existing account and register. Please do note that registration through your group’s registration link is REQUIRED before volunteering with them! It is very important that you use this link as this is what will be used to fill the reserved slots for your group! \nPLEASE NOTE: Starting 1 week before this session\, if not all spots have been filled\, the remaining spots will be released back to the public. \nContact: Ashley Norris (ashleynorris@projectfarma.com)
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/food-bank-of-cenc-raleigh-volunteer-opportunity-september-13-2025/
LOCATION:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh)\, 1924 Capital Boulevard\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Bank
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- September 11\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-september-11-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:Auditing Best Practices Panel
DESCRIPTION:Panel Discussion: ASQ’s Women in Quality\, Raleigh Chapter presents: \nAuditing Best Practices – Strategy\, Communication & Compliance \n\n5:30-6:30: Panel\n6:30-7:30: Networking\n\nIn a global landscape where compliance is non-negotiable and supply chains are more complex than ever\, auditing has evolved into more than a regulatory requirement—it’s a critical business tool. \nJoin industry experts for a dynamic panel exploring auditing best practices across internal\, supplier\, and corporate audit programs. From pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing to supplier oversight and regulatory readiness\, our panelists will share real-world experiences\, hard-won lessons\, and practical frameworks for making audits more impactful. \nWe’ll discuss: \n\nBuilding effective supplier management programs\nPreparing for and leading internal and corporate audits\nHosting regulatory inspections with confidence\nTraining and coaching auditors across experience levels\nIdentifying red flags and navigating dealbreakers\nCommunicating feedback with clarity and empathy\nAddressing cultural dynamics and gender challenges in audit settings\n\nWhether you’re new to audits or refining a mature quality system\, this session will offer insights you can apply immediately—grounded in both compliance and collaboration. \nBring your questions to this free event! \nRegister on linkedin \nBios:\n  \n  \n \nBeth Slater is the President and founder of Quality Confidential Inc.; a consulting company servicing the pharma\, biopharma\, and medical device industries. Beth’s pre-consulting experience spans 23 years; beginning in QC-EM at a plasma production plant and culminating as the Corporate QA Auditor for a large global medical device company. Beth has performed over 200 audits in her career and now manages the supplier management services for Quality Confidential. Quality Confidential supports end-to-end supplier management and has performed over 500 audits on behalf of clients since 2017. Outside of work\, Beth spends her time serving on the Community Advisory Committee for Adult Long-Term Care for Jones County and volunteering for special needs support programs. \n  \n \nShellyanne is an ASQ Certified Quality Auditor and is currently a Senior Technical Manager at BioMarin Pharmaceuticals\, Inc. Responsible for the Quality management and oversight of Single Use Technology (SUT) suppliers and leading key processes such as Quality Technical Agreements\, Supplier investigations\, performance monitoring and continuous improvement activities for suppliers within the SUT category. \nShellyanne was previously at Allogene Therapeutics\, Inc.\, where she was a Senior Manager\, Supplier Quality. Shellyanne has a depth of experience in various Quality roles\, internal audits\, corporate/Site audits\, external supplier audits and Supplier Quality Management in GMP and GLP environments. In her current and previous roles\, she was responsible for leading the evaluation of supplier qualification activities\, executing supplier audits\, and developing supplier performance metrics. \nAdditionally\, Shellyanne’s prior experience includes Supervisor\, External Quality Audits at National Marrow Donor Program\, with responsibility for overseeing the external audit program of apheresis centers\, cellular therapy laboratories\, donor and collecting centers; Senior Specialist Quality Systems and Compliance at Merck and several roles with increasing responsibility in Quality and Compliance at Catalent. \nShellyanne holds a BS in Chemistry from UC Irvine and an MBA from Franklin University. \n \nTori is a Staff Quality Engineer at Asensus Surgical\, with a strong foundation in quality systems\, product development\, and supplier quality management across the medical device industry. \nHer experience spans internal audits\, supplier qualification/management\, and supporting product development in highly regulated environments. Her product development experience ranges from physical therapy and sports medicine modalities\, implantable human tissue products\, and most recently surgical robotic systems. She’s especially passionate about communication styles when delivering feedback\, and training teams to approach audits as opportunities—not just obligations. \nTori is known for her direct\, high-expectation leadership style—offering patience and support to those who are engaged and trying\, but not one to sugarcoat issues when performance or collaboration is lacking. She’s committed to clarity\, accountability\, and helping teams meet the moment\, especially when the stakes are high. She also speaks candidly about the challenges women face in authority roles\, particularly in technical and regulatory spaces.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/auditing-best-practices-panel/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- August 14\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-august-14-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250414T205222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T142828Z
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- July 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-july-10-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- June 12\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-june-12-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Life Sciences Special Interest Group Meeting -- May 20\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is free and open to the public. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for attending. \nTitle: The crucial role of The Clinical Quality Management Plan (CQMP) in establishing site-based protocol integrity \nPresenter: Dr Alan Touch \nSummary: \nThe Clinical Quality Management Plan (CQMP) for clinical trials is a structured approach to ensuring the integrity\, reliability\, and compliance of clinical research at the site level. It is core to maintaining Good Clinical Practice (GCP)standards and regulatory requirements throughout the trial process. \nCQMP establishes the quality management guidelines for tasks related to the Sponsor\, CRO and Study Site for responsibilities for a defined Clinical Trial Protocol. This plan is normally the responsibility of the Sponsor Quality Assurance department although its development and implementation can be facilitated by a Quality and GCP Audit Partner. \nThis presentation will delineate the critical role of CGMP in GCP\, a delineation of the actual types of content for a CGMP\, the steps to the development of the CQMP and the effect the 21st Century Cures Act on these responsibilities and current US FDA expectations regarding site responsibility for clinical trial protocol data integrity. \nWho Should Attend: \n\nQuality and Clinical Development personnel\nRegulatory personnel\nClinical trial project managers\nSite study personnel\nSite Management Organization administrators\n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-life-sciences-special-interest-group-meeting-may-20-2025/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250414T204255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T204255Z
UID:319-1746721800-1746729000@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- May 8\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-may-8-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250305T172138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T172138Z
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SUMMARY:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh) -- April 19\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Volunteering at Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina \nMake a difference in helping the communities.  ASQ members receive RU credit (0.1/hour) for volunteering activities. \nThis event will be at the Raleigh location.  For more information and registration\, click here. \n  \nHunger in Central & Eastern North Carolina \nAlthough the Food Bank is located in one of the United States’ best places to live\, consistent research and our on-the-ground experience show hunger is worsening here in North Carolina and across the country. Across our 34-county service area\, too many people are unable to consistently access enough nutritious food to live a healthy\,active life. And between the rising cost of living\, and cuts to state and federal support\, more and more families well above the poverty line are forced to making impossible choices between food\, housing\, medications\, and other essential resources. \nFood insecurity has emerged as a defined reality for hundreds of thousands of Americans who — even when working two or more jobs — face serious challenges keeping food on the table. In the 34 counties the Food Bank serves\, studies show 560\,910 people live in food insecure households\, including 173\,710 kids and teens. Our network is moving mountains to ensure fresh\, nutritious food reaches communities that need it most — all while taking collective action to prevent hunger from happening in the first place. \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/food-bank-of-cenc-raleigh-april-19-2025/
LOCATION:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh)\, 1924 Capital Boulevard\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Bank
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250330T234611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T153548Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Innovation: Early-Stage Research in Biotech Startups
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Advancing Innovation: Early-Stage Research in Biotech Startups! Join us at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center for an exciting in-person event focused on cutting-edge research in the biotech industry. \nJoin Dr. Saira Ahmad\, co-founder of Eldec Pharmaceuticals Home – Eldec Pharmaceuticals for this exciting opportunity! Dr. Saira Ahmad will discuss her career journey leading to working in biotech startups. She will outline the various roles and pathways essential for navigating the early stages of research and development in emerging biotech companies. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the innovation driving the biotech sector forward. Register now and secure your spot! \nAbout our Speaker: \nDr. Saira Ahmad is the Director of Science at Eldec Pharmaceuticals. She earned her Ph.D. in Biosciences\, specializing in Microbiology and Infectious Diseases\, from George Mason University. During her doctoral studies\, she was awarded a National Science Foundation fellowship to support her research.. She later completed her postdoctoral research at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, where she received a National Institutes of Health T32 fellowship to investigate peptides for antimicrobial activity and anti-inflammatory effects in pulmonary infections. With her extensive expertise in immunology and drug testing\, Dr. Ahmad oversees the scientific research for preclinical drug development at Eldec Pharmaceuticals. \nLight Snacks will be provided. Open to all; but ASQ Members will recieve RU Credits.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/advancing-innovation-early-stage-research-in-biotech-startups/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T193000
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CREATED:20250414T213644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T214216Z
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SUMMARY:Networking and Neshama -- ASQ Raleigh Happy Hour April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join local Quality professionals for a drink\,  or visit adoptable animals and find your new best friends\, or Both! \nWe will meet at Boxyard RTP at 5:30 pm.  Adoptable pets arrive at 6 pm. \n \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/networking-and-neshama-asq-raleigh-happy-hour-april-2025/
LOCATION:Boxyard RTP\, 900 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250314T185744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T035815Z
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SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- April 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nTheme of the month: Experiences with CAPA: a discussion led by Tim Whetten \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-april-10-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250221T161955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T161955Z
UID:270-1742560200-1742569200@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Life Sciences Special Interest Group Meeting -- March 21\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is free and open to the public. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for attending.  Register here. \nTitle: Integrating Data Science and Quality to Achieve Organization Excellence: A Practical Plan for Success \nPresenter: Milton Krivokuca DBA \nSummary: \nCritical Quality 4.0 Components of a Digital Transformation \nDigital transformation is not an abstract or theoretical journey. Objectives cannot be effectively developed without first analyzing data to establish a baseline for digital transformation. Data science\, various types of analytics\, and the emergence of multiple data sources can be confusing and intimidating for leaders faced with another challenge of “Where do we begin?” This presentation examines the key critical Quality 4.0 focused components of data analysis. The distilling of information as it flows is a process. This workshop examines the development of a data analysis process with human intervention\, integrated with the critical components of data science and quality as the basis for an effective digital transformation. \nThis two-hour workshop includes moderated breakout sessions. \nDiscussion sessions focus on assessing the current state of a digital transformation plan and how a plan is required for various types of organizations\, including the integration of human factors as related to artificial intelligence. \nBreakout discussions will evaluate the correlation between an effective data scientist and a skilled quality professional. The skills overlap required for this functional position in an organization addresses the question of would a data scientist be more effective through a foundation in quality or a foundation in IT? \nWho Should Attend: \n· Managers responsible for planning\, implementing or managing an organization s digital transformation. \n· Quality professionals who desire to expand their careers to include data science and how data science integrates with quality as organizational excellence. \n· Data engineers and programmers will recognize the existing resources within an organization available to them within organizations that can support an effective digital transformation. \nAgenda: \n12:30 – 1:00 pm Registration and networking \n1:00 – 1:20 pm Introduction \n1:20 – 1:50 pm Break-out and review of results \n1:50 – 2:00 pm Break \n2:00 – 2:20 pm Continued presentation \n2:20 – 2:40 pm Break-out discussion \n2:40 – 3:00 pm Closure and Q&A \n  \nMilton Krivokuca DBA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Bio: \nDr. Milton Krivokuca\, is the Interim Program Coordinator for the Master of Science Quality Assurance program at California State University Dominguez Hills\, Carson\, CA. He is a recognized Quality 4.0 thought leader. He has instructed master’s classes in critical thinking and quality theories at several universities. Dr. Krivokuca frequently presents results of his quality related research through papers and presentations. He is past chair of ASQ Quality Management Division\, an ASQ Fellow\, ASQ 2024 Grant Award recipient\, ASQ Section 700 Simon Collier Award recipient\, ASQ Section 701 Quality Guru of the Year Award\, and Quality Magazine’s 2024 Quality Professional of the Year. Dr. Krivokuca’s degrees include an MA\, MBA\, and a DBA. He has earned 10 ASQ professional certifications.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-life-sciences-special-interest-group-meeting-march-21-2025/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
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SUMMARY:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh) -- March 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Volunteering at Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina \nMake a difference in helping the communities.  ASQ members receive RU credit (0.1/hour) for volunteering activities. \nThis event will be at the Raleigh location. For more information and registration\, click here. \n  \nHunger in Central & Eastern North Carolina \nAlthough the Food Bank is located in one of the United States’ best places to live\, consistent research and our on-the-ground experience show hunger is worsening here in North Carolina and across the country. Across our 34-county service area\, too many people are unable to consistently access enough nutritious food to live a healthy\,active life. And between the rising cost of living\, and cuts to state and federal support\, more and more families well above the poverty line are forced to making impossible choices between food\, housing\, medications\, and other essential resources. \nFood insecurity has emerged as a defined reality for hundreds of thousands of Americans who — even when working two or more jobs — face serious challenges keeping food on the table. In the 34 counties the Food Bank serves\, studies show 560\,910 people live in food insecure households\, including 173\,710 kids and teens. Our network is moving mountains to ensure fresh\, nutritious food reaches communities that need it most — all while taking collective action to prevent hunger from happening in the first place. \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/food-bank-of-cenc-raleigh-march-15-2025/
LOCATION:Food Bank of CENC (Raleigh)\, 1924 Capital Boulevard\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Bank
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250215T213248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T035312Z
UID:261-1741883400-1741890600@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- March 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nTheme of the month:  Shingo — How does it avoid “improvement fatigue”\n \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \n\nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-march-13-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250209T233357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250209T233418Z
UID:258-1740502800-1740510000@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Six Sigma SIG Meeting -- February 25\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This event is free and open to the public.  No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for attending.   Register here. \nTitle: How effective is Lean Six Sigma? \nPresenter/facilitator: Fang Zhou \nSummary: \nIn the past few decades\, Lean Six Sigma has been widely used for continuous improvement by many organizations in various industries around the world. However\, the results vary greatly. \nAt this SIG meeting\, we will give a brief introduction of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies\, followed by a break-out group discussion on the challenges and opportunities in applying them in the real world. Both novice and experts are encouraged to share their questions\, experiences\, and perspectives. \nAgenda: \n\n5:00 – 5:15 pm Registration and Networking\n5:15 – 5:20 pm ASQ Raleigh overview\n5:20 – 5:50 pm Introduction to Lean and Six Sigma\n5:50 – 6:00 pm Break\n6:00 – 6:30 pm Break-out discussion\n6:30 – 6:45 pm Report-out\n6:45 – 7:00 pm Wrap-up\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter Bio: \nFang Zhou is a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and has over 20 years of experience in the life sciences industry. As a scientist and engineer\, he had various roles in R&D\, manufacturing\, quality\, and continuous improvement. As a management consultant\, he has helped global organizations deploy Lean Six Sigma and develop internal capabilities\, including training and coaching project leaders. \nFang Zhou received his Ph.D. in Molecular Biophysics & Biochemistry from Yale University and his Bachelor of Chemical Engineering and Master of Science in Analytics from Georgia Institute of Technology. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). \nFang Zhou is currently Vice-Chair of the ASQ Raleigh Section and has been co-chair of ASQ Raleigh Six Sigma and Life Sciences Special Interest Groups since 2019.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-six-sigma-sig-meeting-february-25-2025/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250112T224744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T224744Z
UID:234-1739464200-1739471400@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- February 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nTheme of the month: R&D Management \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-february-13-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20250112T225718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T225735Z
UID:237-1738258200-1738261800@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh's Virtual Networking Happy Hour - January
DESCRIPTION:Grab a drink and “join” us virtually at our January Networking Happy Hour! \nWe look forward to seeing you! The host will send you a meeting link before the event. Please contact Berkley at berkley612@gmail.com with any questions. \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleighs-virtual-networking-happy-hour-january/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241216T224352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T161536Z
UID:229-1736440200-1736447400@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- January 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. We may have a theme but no formal speakers or agenda.   Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nTheme of the month: Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-january-9-2025/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241115T233115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T233115Z
UID:106-1734021000-1734028200@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- December 12\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. No formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-december-12-2024/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241115T235351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T232951Z
UID:111-1733851800-1733860800@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:Women in Quality (WIQ) --  Tuesday\, December 10\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE (December 5\, 2024):  Sorry\, this event has been CANCELLED.  \n  \nRooting for You Journal Event\, Sponsored by Assurea\, LLC \nAbout this event \nEducation Description: \nJoin ASQ WIQ and Assurea LLC for an evening of inspiration\, self-reflection and goal setting for 2025 and beyond. \nAssurea will share their #RootingForYou initiative to guide participants in setting goals\, taking action and building positive habits through a collection of journal prompts. \nEvent will be from 5:30 PM – 8:-00 PM
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/women-in-quality-wiq-tuesday-december-10-2024/
LOCATION:NC Biotech Center\, 15 TW Alexander Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241115T234220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T225535Z
UID:109-1732210200-1732213800@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Networking Happy Hour - November 21\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Grab a drink and “join” us virtually at our November Networking Happy Hour! \nWe look forward to seeing you! The host will send you a meeting link before the event. Please contact Berkley at berkley612@gmail.com with any questions. \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/virtual-networking-happy-hour-november-21-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241115T233510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T233510Z
UID:74-1731747600-1731758400@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:Food Bank of CENC (Durham) -- November 16\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/food-bank-of-cenc-durham-november-16-2024/
LOCATION:Food Bank of CENC (Durham)\, 1607 Hamlin Road\, Durham\, NC\, 27704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Bank
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T195138
CREATED:20241113T193449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T193449Z
UID:37-1731601800-1731609000@www.asqraleigh.org
SUMMARY:ASQ Raleigh Special Interest Group Meeting -- November 14\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:The SIG event is participant-driven — we will have open discussion around topics related to the quality profession. No formal speakers or agenda. Everyone is encouraged to participate in the discussion. So bring your questions and ideas to share with other participants. \nThis event is free and open to anyone who is interested in the quality profession. No ASQ membership is required. ASQ members will receive RU credit for participation. \nWe will meet at Frontier RTP (first floor) at 4:30pm or whenever you can join us. It will be during Frontier RTP’s weekly Out of Office event. It’s a great opportunity to connect with people in the triangle community. More information will be provided to the registered attendees before the event. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.asqraleigh.org/event/asq-raleigh-special-interest-group-meeting-november-14-2024/
LOCATION:Frontier RTP\, 800 Park Offices Drive\, Research Triangle Park\, NC\, 27709\, United States
CATEGORIES:SIG
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