WCQI Events

Anaheim Attractions

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Tickets are valid from May 18 – 31, 2012. Ticket store closes and tickets will no longer be available for purchase after 9:00p.m. PST on Sunday, May 20, 2012.
For more information on Anaheim, visit http://anaheimoc.org/.

Meet Up at the Conference

Are you on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter? Do you take part in ASQ Communities? Do you have a blog? ASQ is hosting daily meetups for all digitally active guests at the 2012 World Conference on Quality and Improvement. Network and connect with quality professionals from around the world face to face in an informal setting. No R.S.V.P. is required! If you’re not online, find out which social networks are right for you and get tips on starting a profile.
Location: ASQ Center, near the Twitter feed. Look for a “Conference Voices” sign.
When: Sunday, May 20: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Monday, May 21: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Tuesday, May 22: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Walk the Walk Toward Results Campaign

Brought to you by ASQ’s Social Responsibility Initiative

Want a chance to win ASQ Bucks to use toward future ASQ product purchases? All attendees of the 2012 World Conference on Quality and Improvement have this opportunity by participating in the 2012 Walk the Walk Toward Results Campaign.

Find out more information and how you can participate today!

Sunday, May 20

Fellows Lunch
11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
(Invitation only) Network with ASQ Fellows. Share lunch, talk informally with other attendees, and recognize the new Fellows as they receive their pins and certificates. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.

ASQ Annual Business Meeting
Recognition of the 2012 Medalists and Award Winners
5:00 p.m. − 6:30 p.m.
Anaheim Convention Center
Get up-to-date information on ASQ. This year’s meeting includes the election results for the 2013 ASQ board candidates and a presentation on the State of the Society.

Conference Opening Reception
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Anaheim Convention Center
The World Conference Opening Reception is a truly memorable experience. Network with colleagues, catch up with old friends, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar as you celebrate quality in the exhibit hall.

Monday, May 21

SPECIAL SESSION: Networking Session Feat uring ASQ 2012 Medalists and Award Winners
10:30 a.m. − 11:30 a.m.
Join us for this interactive networking session as the 2012 medalists and award winners actively share their views in an hour-long café-style networking session. This session is designed to stimulate networking, sharing, and "gold nugget" gathering between you and ASQ’s recognized quality leaders. Topics will be announced at a later date.

Young Quality Professional Networking Event
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join ASQ’s young professionals as they hit the town and enjoy networking, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar at one of Anaheim’s best locations. Watch the community, www.asq.org/yqp, for more details.

Tuesday, May 22

Tuesday Gala
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
(Ticket required)
Jim Rooney, ASQ chair, will preside over the festivities. Additional tickets to attend the event are available by registering online or on-site at the conference.

Walk the Walk Toward Results Group Walk
5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Meet in the conference registration area at 5:20 p.m.

Network with other attendees and get your steps for the Walk the Walk Toward Results Campaign at the same time! Take this great opportunity to exercise, catch up with old friends, meet new friends, and talk about social responsibility!

Monday–Wednesday, May 21–23

Quality impact sessions/live team case studies
Monday–Tuesday
Quality Impact Sessions
Wednesday Award Ceremony
This is the only international team recognition process of its kind. Attend the free sessions and see how international and U.S. teams applied a variety of tools to improve quality, customer/stakeholder satisfaction, and the bottom line.

Walk the Walk Toward Results Group Walk
7:00 – 7:45 a.m.
Meet in the conference registration area at 6:50 a.m.