Message from the Chair
As we continue on it the new year, I would like to bring you up-to-date on a few things.
Quality Excellence
Each year, ASQ recognizes outstanding section for their quality performance for the previous year. A section can receive GOLD, SILVER, or BRONZE. I am proud to announce that ASQ Baltimore (Section 502) has received the GOLD award. We would not have received this award without your assistance.
ASQ Survey
Each year, ASQ sends out a survey on how the Sections are doing. When you receive your survey notice, please take the time to response. Also, if you have any ideas how to improve the section or have any positive or negative comments, please feel free to email me at 
Section Dinner Meetings
You have requested it and we have listened. As a result of the Location contest, we held January’s Dinner meetings at Loyola College (Timonium Campus) [thanks to Lauren Fagan] and March’s meeting at Richlin Ballroom (Edgewood) [thanks to Melody Zacharko]. Reservations are being accepted for March’s Dinner meeting.
Section Officers
As we start the New Year, I am also starting my last six months as Section Chair. By ASQ rules, Chairs and Treasurers can only serve 2 consecutive years in the corresponding office. Last year, we changed Treasurers. This year will be Chairs. If you are interested in joining the Board, running for an office or have any questions, please contact me or any of the other Board members.
Thank you for your participation in the section. As always, if you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me (
Have a great year – jr
Joan Richter
ASQ Baltimore (Section 0502)
Chair