Lance B. Coleman Sr, Director of Quality, Named ASQ Fellow

Lance B. Coleman Sr, Director of Quality for IDEX Health & Science, was recently named an American Association for Quality (ASQ) Fellow. Outstanding quality professionals are named Fellows by ASQ after a thorough evaluation by the Society’s Examining Committee and a vote by its Board of Directors. The rank of Fellow is the highest honor the Society can bestow on its members. To achieve this rank, a Senior ASQ member must attain Distinction (outstanding contributions) in five of six proficiency areas:

• Quality related work activities (technical experience)
• Occupational work responsibility
• Technical publications (Paper presentation, books, journals, etc.)
• ASQ activities (Contribution, leadership role, etc.)
• Professional affiliation other than ASQ (Leadership Role, Contribution)
• Teaching quality related courses (outside of job responsibility)

“ASQ Fellows include scientists, university professors, inventors, and other trailblazers in the quality profession. In addition to their individual accomplishments, these are all individuals who have helped advance the profession along with, helping mentor the next generation of quality leaders. I am honored to be inducted into this group,” said Coleman.

Lance and will be celebrating his 4^th year at IDEX Health & Science this September and works in the Oak Harbor, WA facility.