(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- The American Society for Quality (ASQ) will present its Distinguished Service Medals, along with 11 other awards, on May 20 in Anaheim, California, in advance of its annual World Conference on Quality and Improvement, which will be held May 21–23, 2012, at the Anaheim Convention Center.

The award recipients are recognized for their innovative contributions and achievements in quality. Their exemplary achievements also are representative of the ideas and tools that make our world work better. Each individual will be awarded a medal or award during ASQ’s Annual Business Meeting on Sunday, May 20. For more information about ASQ awards, visit the ASQ website.

Distinguished Service Medal winners

ASQ’s Distinguished Service Medal represents the highest distinction from the society for service, and honors the lifetime contribution of any person who has been recognized as a long-term enabler, catalyst, or prime mover in the quality movement. Distinguished Service Medals in 2012 have been awarded to:

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