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SUSTAINING RESULTS2013 LEAN AND SIX SIGMA CONFERENCE March 4–5, 2013 | Phoenix, AZ | sixsigma.asq.org

No matter your industry, if you’re just starting to discover lean and Six Sigma or a seasoned veteran, the 2013 Lean and Six Sigma Conference will show you how to apply lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies, and the steps taken to sustain those results to make a difference in your organization.

Enjoy more than 50 sessions, hands-on workshops, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities to make a difference in your career and organization.

Early-bird pricing available through January 18, 2013.

For more information about the 2013 ASQ Lean and Six Sigma Conference, visit sixsigma.asq.org.