In a rapidly changing world, we all become a life-long learner as we progress in our life and career. Everyone is different and learns differently. ASQ Raleigh offers several forums for members and non-members to share knowledge and learn together.
Meetings
We have several Special Interest Groups each with a focus area, including Continuous Improvement (Six Sigma), Life Sciences, and Women in Quality. Each year these groups host a total of 4-6 meetings at the NC Biotech Center.
The annual “Quality in the Triangle” conference in October is our largest event.
These meetings typically feature formal speakers and panelists who present and share their knowledge and experience.
Group Discussion
For more informal discussion, we host monthly Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings at Frontier RTP during its “Out of Office” (i.e. happy hour) event.
These SIG meetings are an “Open Quality Forum” with no agenda or formal speakers. Participants discuss any professional topics of interest in a small-group (~5-12) setting in a reserved conference room.
Most of the events are free and open to the public. See our Events page for more detail.
Mentoring
If you want to grow professionally and are interested in being mentored by an industry veteran, we can formally match you with an ASQ volunteer who has the right background, knowledge, and experience.
The Raleigh Section of ASQ has many people with experience in a variety of quality fields and industries. If you are interested in becoming a mentor or finding a mentor, contact Tim Whetten, our Mentorship Chair, at tim@aligncollaboration.com.
Consultation
If you do not want a formal mentoring relationship but have specific questions, you may drop in during our “Office Hour” at Frontier RTP immediately before the monthly SIG meeting. Our ASQ volunteers with a broad range of expertise will provide one-on-one consultation.
If you want additional perspectives, stay for the SIG meeting following the Office Hour.
ASQ Raleigh strives to provide valuable programs and services to the members and community. If you have any learning need for yourself or your organization or would like to volunteer, present, or share your knowledge, we would like to hear from you. Please contact our Section leaders at ASQRaleigh@sections.asq.org.