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Dual Keynote Feature: Mark Swanson & Luis O. González-Méndez

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 10/11/25
🌎 TWO LEADERS. ONE MESSAGE. WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PERFORMANCE. At QXCON 2025, two powerhouse voices will take the stage to redefine how organizations connect quality, innovation, and leadership to achieve lasting impact. ✨ Mark Swanson — Founding Partner of Quality & Regulatory Expert Partners, LLC With 25+ years in the medical device and quality field, Mark transforms compliance into a culture of trust, agility, and performance. ✨ Luis O. González-Méndez — Executive Director of Process R&D & Engineering at Trividia Health A visionary in process innovation, Luis helps organizations integrate people, data, and technology to drive ...

🚀 KEYNOTE SPOTLIGHT: LUIS O. GONZÁLEZ-MÉNDEZ — Engineering Innovation with Purpose

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 10/04/25
At QXCON 2025 , “ Where Purpose Meets Performance ” is more than a theme — it’s a call to action for professionals who want to transform how innovation and quality create measurable impact. Luis O. González-Méndez , Executive Director of Process R&D and Engineering at Trividia Health , embodies that mission. With decades of experience in process design, product development, and operational excellence , Luis has helped organizations transform technical complexity into systems that deliver sustainable performance. His leadership blends data-driven strategy, teamwork, and creativity , showing how innovation thrives ...

🌟 KEYNOTE SPOTLIGHT: Mark Swanson — Transforming Quality from Compliance to Culture

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 10/04/25
🌟 KEYNOTE SPOTLIGHT: Mark Swanson — Transforming Quality from Compliance to Culture At QXCON 2025, the theme “ Where Purpose Meets Performance ” comes alive through leaders who challenge traditional thinking — and Mark Swanson is one of them. With more than 25 years of experience in medical device, regulatory, and quality management, Mark has made it his mission to help organizations turn compliance into a powerful driver of innovation and strategic growth. As the Founding Partner of Quality & Regulatory Expert Partners, LLC , Mark empowers small and mid-sized companies to access the same level of regulatory and quality expertise as ...

Be Part of the QXCON 2025 Experience — Volunteer Today!

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 10/03/25
Dear Members: Join the movement toward quality excellence by volunteering at QXCON 2025 , happening November 20 at NSU’s Levan Center of Innovation. We’re looking for enthusiastic professionals and students to help create a one-of-a-kind conference experience — from welcoming guests to supporting breakout sessions and speakers. Your contribution = your reward: General Volunteers: Pay just $99 (regular up to $225) Student Volunteers: Pay only $85 (regular $175) It’s more than volunteering — it’s networking, learning, and making an impact. Each volunteer role requires approximately two to four ...

From Factory Floor to Operating Room-August Event in South Florida

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 08/16/25
Announcing Our Upcoming Workshop: From Factory Floor to Operating Room Continuous Improvement Strategies That Work Everywhere We’re excited to share the first announcement for a workshop that brings real-world lessons from across industries into one powerful session. Our featured speaker, Alberto Suarez , is a Six Sigma Black Belt and Process Improvement Manager with more than 20 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, and Quality Systems. Alberto has led major improvement initiatives at: Daimler Chrysler – advancing supplier quality and large-scale manufacturing improvements Alberto drove ...

Join us IN PERSON at the QXCON 2025- Quality Excellence Conference -Coming to Florida - First time Ever

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 08/05/25
Ready to elevate your quality game? Join us IN PERSON at the Quality Excellence Conference - the premier one-day event that's transforming how professionals approach quality, leadership, and innovation! ✨ 📅 Mark Your Calendar: November 20, 2025 📍 IN-PERSON Event Location: Alan B. Levan NSU Broward Center of Innovation (5th Floor, Alvin Sherman Library, Nova Southeastern University) 🏢 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314 🤝 Brought to you by: ASQ Southeast Florida Section (1510) 🌎 About QXCON: The Quality Excellence Conference (QXCON) is a premier one-day event hosted by the ASQ Southeast Florida ...

Learning the Art of Quality: A Guide for New Professionals to Thrive in Projects and Life

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 05/24/25
Introduction: Why Quality Matters from the Start Starting your career can feel like jumping onto a moving train. Everything moves fast. Meetings, deadlines, tasks—and a million new things to learn. But there’s one idea that makes all of it easier: quality. Quality isn’t just for the final product. It’s about doing things right, working smart, and treating people well. This article is for new professionals who want to grow fast and steady—by working better, not harder. Let’s talk about how you can build good habits now. We'll cover process improvement, time balance, tools like Trello, and leading with a positive voice—even if you’re not the boss. ...

Exciting Opportunities -Student Scholarship Applications Are Open!

By Adalyd Oliveras posted 03/15/25
Hi ASQ Southeast Florida, We’ve got some great opportunities for you in 2025! 📢 Student Scholarship Applications Are Open! If you're a student looking for financial support, apply now for our ASQ 1510 Student Scholarship . The deadline is July 20, 2025 —don’t miss out! Apply Here 💡 Looking for Sponsorship? Want to attend a quality-focused event, training, or certification exam but need financial support? Apply for our ASQ 1510 Member Value Award to receive sponsorship for conferences, trainings, or an examinership. Apply Here Take advantage of these opportunities and invest in your growth! Best, Adalyd Oliveras ASQ ...

February 2024 Section Update

By Kara Brien posted 02/13/24
Hi ASQ Southeast Florida, Thank you for joining us for the second month of this year. Last month we held a variety of events including a special presentation Phil Centonze, a tour of City Furniture, and a slew of joint events with ASQ 1508, PMI South Florida, and the ACMP. This month we move forward with supporting our members and student members alike with board opportunities, RU workshops, and financial sponsorship. Upcoming Events: March 6th: Student Branch Meeting (0.5 RU credits) March 12th: Section Meeting (Up to 1 RU credit) Updates: Student Scholarship is now open! We will be awarding 2 awards this year. Apply now, the deadline ...

January 2024 Section 1510 Update

By Kara Brien posted 01/16/24
Hi ASQ Southeast Florida, It's the beginning of a new year and we hope it's a great one. Below are some section updates. Upcoming Events: January 23rd: Virtual Trivia Night with our ASQ Tampa Bay Section January 24th: Presentation on Business Transformation with the Association for Change Management Professionals. January 31st: Tour of City Furniture in Sunrise, FL (0.5 RU credits) February 1st: Power Networking Event with PMI South Florida at Duff's in Fort Lauderdale [Link TBA] February 13th: February ASQ 1510 Section Meeting (1 RU Credit for in-person attendees, 0.5 for online) [Link TBA] New News: We have new board members ...

2024 Student Branch Leadership Announced

By Kara Brien posted 10/26/23
ASQ Southeast Florida's Student Branch is thrilled to announce the appointment of its new 2024 leadership team. 2024 Student Leadership Franklin Gay as Chair Mickey Dao as Vice Chair Pierre Destine as Secretary Margarita Pochtovaya to assist the Board Students were elected on Tuesday, October 24th via a virtual Student Branch meeting via a vote. The meeting was well attended primarily by Nova Southeastern University Process Improvement students. We are confident that these newly elected leadership team will usher in new, vitalizing energy for growth and success for the ASQ Southeast Florida Student Branch. The transition leadership ...

All ASQ Members Welcome: Process Improvement Student and Alumni Event - 10/7/23

By Kara Brien posted 09/19/23
All ASQ Southeast Florida members are welcome to join the 6th Annual Process Improvement Student and Alumni Networking Event on Saturday, October 7th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The event brings together like-minded people to discuss all things process improvement. This will be the 6th year of the event with each growing bigger each time. The event is hosted by ASQ SE FL Vice-Chair Dr. Steve Kramer and is sponsored by ASQ 1510 and Nova Southeastern University's Process Improvement MBA. To register click here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=MS0rLD4u8U21cfs3wEL_G7Ad_S50YYxCgsaSSGxha9NUMUtLME5XWkFUSDFPQ1dKQU1JRjRGSVBZTS4u This event is ...

Call for South Atlantic Regional Director Nominations

By Kara Brien posted 07/12/23
Nominations for the 2024 - 2025 Regional Director position for the South Atlantic Region are now open. Senior ASQ 1510 members who have previously held an elected board position (e.g. Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, or Treasurer) are eligible. See below for rules and requirements. Interested members must submit their request for nomination to ASQSoutheastFlorida@sections.asq.org by Sunday, July 23rd 11:59p.m. eastern for consideration. Eligibility: 1. Nominee is a Senior Professional member in good standing. 2. Nominee has served in an elected section position: Chair, Chair-Elect, Vice Chair, Secretary or Treasurer. 3. Nominee understands ...

CITY Furniture Tour: Implementing Process Improvement in the Workplace

By James Bennett posted 02/24/23
CITY Furniture Tour: Implementing Process Improvement in the Workplace Thursday, March 2, 2023 Location: CITY Furniture Pembroke Pines 6701 Hiatus North Hiatus Road Tamarac, FL 33321 All students and all 1510 members welcome. Registration is Required: https://events.eply.com/2023MarchASQStudentBranchTour3370721

New ASQ Mentorship Program

By Kara Brien posted 06/21/22
Did you know ASQ is offering a mentorship program linking seasoned quality professionals with those new quality? Piloted last year, the program is now official and open for both mentors and mentees to apply. The program is free to ASQ members and now open for applications. Apply Here: https://asq.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9zeC8gOnPjZmRdI After completion of the application, the ASQ Mentorship program will attempt to find a “best fit” for mentor and mentee who will meet regularly for 1-3 hours a month over the course of six months, or longer if mentor and mentee choose. In the program, mentors will help their mentee set goals, provide structure and ...

NSU ASQ Student Branch posts its meeting videos

By Steven Kramer posted 05/05/21
Please view the videos on our channel HERE

Section 1510 posts all meeting video recordings on YouTube

By Steven Kramer posted 05/05/21
Please view our videos on our YouTube channel HERE