It has been an honor and privilege to serve as chair ASQ Section 1001 – Grand Rapids for the last couple years. This has been an enriching experience in many ways. One of my best experiences has been working with the section member leaders to make our organization the best it can possible be. Everyone who has led this organization has tried to leave it better than they found it. This was my goal as well; and with the help of so many others I believe this goal was met. I have no doubt in my mind that our next chair and team of member leaders will do the same.

 

I dedicate this chair message to those who have volunteered their time and energy to provide our members with member value and satisfaction.  These are those “so many others” who helped leave this professional association better than we found it.

 

Too numerous to list and too humble to take for themselves the credit they deserve, these member leaders have served in various positions; some pulling double or triple-duty as they held down more than one position on the section leadership committee. Whether planning events, presenting tutorials, proctoring exams, instructing refresher courses, maintaining our  website, processing transactions, or corresponding with members these volunteer member leaders do so with a never-ending dedication to member value and satisfaction.

 

My hats off to these folks. They do a wonderful job for our members and seldom get the appreciation they deserve. My wish is that everyone could have these experiences. If you can spare some time and energy, please volunteer to serve your Grand Rapids section of ASQ. You will not find a better group of quality professionals to work with and the experience will be personally rewarding. I promise!

 

On behalf of the section leadership of ASQ Grand Rapids, I would like to wish everyone a safe and wonderful summer.

 

Please join on us May 14 at our last ASQ Presents!™ event of this member year at The Bluff Banquet & Conference Center.