Events, workshops & trainings
Train, Learn, and Lead With
Continuous Improvement
Third Thursday Webinar - January 15, 2026
Topic: Clinical Governance as a Catalyst for Excellence: A Performance Evaluation Perspective
Details: Clinical governance is rapidly evolving from a compliance requirement into a strategic leadership framework that drives quality, safety, and sustainable transformation across healthcare systems. This webinar, led by Dr. Naifah Hamoudah, MD, GRCP, GRCA, will explore how modern clinical governance can serve as a catalyst for organizational growth and high-reliability care delivery.
Third Thursday Webinar - February 19, 2026
Topic: QAPI: It's Not Just for Long-Term Care Anymore
Details: When CMS piloted QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) in September 2011, no one could have predicted how it would positively impact the lives of residents and patients in nursing homes. By 2013, it became a Requirement of Participation for centers receiving Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements. Since then, CMS has continued to develop tools and resources to make this program effective in moving from reactive improvement (the QA) to proactive improvement (the PI). We've seen it applied in many industries and sectors. Join us to learn about these practical tools to assist you on your performance excellence journey.
Workshops
2026 Baldrige Champion Collaboration - Registration Open
Overview: Join us for TPE's 2026 Baldrige Champion Collaboration, forming this Fall. It's the perfect opportunity to network, learn, and share with fellow changemakers in the TPE community. Let's make a difference together!
Dates: Third Thursday of each month from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. ET starting January 15, 2026
Purpose
Join this year-long cohort to network with peers who are leading a Baldrige initative within their organization. Learn through facilitated monthly sessions and assignments.
- Learn & Apply Best Practices
- Share Ideas & Collaborate
- Network & Make Connections
Highlights
Monthly Sessions:
Monthly interactive 90-minute Zoom sessions to share best practices, discuss assignments and learn discussion topics.
Applied Sessions:
Participants share show they have applied the Baldrige framework. Assignments focus on applying concepts learned.
Materials Included
Program Includes materials for sessions:
- Baldrige Excellence Framework & Builder
- Application Instructions Materials
- Tools
- Templates
- Presentations
Pricing
Organizational Members: $2,000
Non-Members: $2,500
Up to two participants per organization
Details
The instructors at all locations are experienced state and national examiners, training facilitators, organizational coaches, and judges. They offer decades of Baldrige experience, insights, and tips to help your organization sharpen its Baldrige knowledge and application writing skills.
Facilitators:
- Margot Hoffman, Ph.D., President/CEO,
- Lauren Browning, Administration & Training Manager,
- The Partnership for Excellence
Workshop Brochure
For more information, read the 2026 Baldrige Champion Collaboration Brochure.
Registration
Questions? Email Lauren Browning, Director, Training and Administrative Services, or call: (901) 830-4499.
Tuesdays - May 20 - June 24, 2025
Application Writing Web Series
Six-week, one-hour web series on how to write or strengthen a Baldrige-based TPE application.
- How examiners assess applications
- How to show a process is systematic
- Understanding core competencies
- Crosswalk from organizational profile to criteria categories
When:
1:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. CT
May 20 - June 24, 2025
Sessions delivered virtually via Zoom
Instructors:
Margot Hoffman, Ph.D.
Lauren Browning
Web Series Cost:
- $350 per participant
- $275 for TPE members - individual & organizational
- 10% discount to teams of 3 or more from same organization
Web Series Highlights:
- Weekly one hour sessions
- Understand how & why to use a Baldrige assessment process
- Learn basics of Baldrige framework
- How to gather the right information for application & who should be involved
- How to organize & format application
- Understand application process
- To enhance learning, short homework assignments (approximately 1-hour per week) will be assigned between sessions
To Register Contact:
Lauren Browning
(901) 830-4499
lauren.browning@thepartnershipforexcellence.org
Baldrige Events
2025 Baldrige Conference
October 13 - 14, 2025
Discover impactful strategies for organizational success at the 2025 Baldrige Conference, taking place October 13-14, 2025, at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. Hosted by The Alliance for Performance Excellence, this conference is themed "Elevate Your Organization: Impactful Ideas for Achieving Success," and is designed for leaders and professionals dedicated to continuous improvement.
The event features two dynamic days of learning and action. Hear from inspiring keynote speakers like Nick Tasler, who will discuss embracing change for growth, and David Jones, sharing unique insights into organizational success. Monday offers 15 engaging breakout sessions covering topics from building trust to data-driven decision making. On Tuesday, choose between an exclusive Innovation Tour to Fort Collins or hands-on workshops focused on Lean Six Sigma, team health, DiSC, and growth alignment. Gain practical takeaways and a customized roadmap to enhance leadership, culture, and systems. Register today to elevate your organization!
Location:
Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
1550 Court Place,
Denver, CO 80202
Quest for Success
2025 Quest for Success Conference -
COMING UP
Dates: September 8-9, 2025
The Quest for Success Conference is a premier event for organizational leaders and performance excellence professionals, featuring an insightful pre-conference workshop and a full-day conference highlighting organizations on the Baldrige journey. Join us as we celebrate The Partnership for Excellence’s 2025 Award Recipients, honoring their commitment to excellence, progress, and persistence.
Trainings
Lean Six Sigma Training - OPEN
Our
Lean Six Sigma Training is
offered three times a year, providing valuable skills in
process improvement and efficiency.
Lean Six Sigma Certification! Starting February 2, 2026
Online training with Master Black Belt Instructors
Become a Lean Six Sigma Certified professional and enjoy a skillset that can be used in any organization. Through our partner program, we are excited to announce the upcoming series of Lean Six Sigma courses run by our partner The Lean Six Sigma USA company.
Why Lean Six Sigma?
Lean Six Sigma is a proven methodology to enhance business performance and drive continuous improvement. What you will learn
- Optimize Processes: Learn how to identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste to streamline operations.
- Enhance Problem-Solving Skills: Develop the ability to identify root causes of issues and implement effective solutions.
- Drive Business Growth: Implement data-driven decision-making processes to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance customers
Who should attend the course?
Anybody with a desire for quality, processes, and performance excellence, can excel and thrive in the training. If you want to learn how to reduce process cycle times, and/or improve the quality of your work through fewer errors and defects, the Green Belt or Black training is for you!
How to sign up
There are no prerequisites. Simply select the class that best suits your needs. Click here to register now.
Any Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the course, please feel free to reach out directly to Edwin Boon, Master Black Belt and CEO, The Lean Six Sigma Company.
E: edwin@theleansixsigmacompany.com
T: 612-445-2370
Course Schedule
Course Times (Given by each time zone): Eastern 10am - 5:30pm, Central 9am - 4:30pm, Mountain 8am - 3:30pm, Pacific 7am - 2:30pm
Start date
2-Feb
| Green Belt Dates | Day | Dates | Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Mon | 02/February | Lean Thinking |
| Day 2 | Tue | 03/February | Lean Thinking |
| Day 3 | Mon | 09/February | Intro Six Sigma and Define |
| Day 4 | Tue | 10/February | Basic Statistics and Measure |
| Day 5 | Mon | 23/February | Analyze + Improve |
| Day 6 | Tue | 24/February | Control + GB Exam |
| Black Belt Dates | Day | Dates | Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Mon | 02/February | Lean Thinking |
| Day 2 | Tue | 03/February | Lean Thinking |
| Day 3 | Mon | 9/February | Intro Six Sigma and Define |
| Day 4 | Tue | 10/February | Basic Statistics and Measure |
| Day 5 | Tue | 17/February | Intro CI & Hypothesis, Intro Minitab, Control Charts |
| Day 6 | Wed | 18/February | Hypothesis Testing, SMED & OEE, Cp(k) |
| Day 7 | Mon | 23/Feb | Analyze + Improve |
| Day 8 | Tue | 24/Feb | Control + BB Exam |
| Day 9 | Mon | 2/Mar | BB Manufacturing ONLY - MSA |
| Day 10 | Tue | 3-Mar | BB Manufacturing ONLY - DOE + BB Manu Exam |
| Lean Practitioner Dates | Day | Dates | Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Mon | 2/February | Lean Thinking |
| Day 2 | Tue | 3/Feb | Lean Thinking |
| Day 3 | Wed | 4-Feb | A3 Management + Exam |
