Susan Williams, professor of management in the Jack C. Massey Graduate School of Business, has been appointed to the 2007 Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence (TNCPE) Panel of Judges. Every year, the Panel of Judges plays an integral role in the TNCPE Awards Program, recognizing organizations that demonstrate excellence in business operations and results.
As a member of the Panel of Judges, Williams is responsible for validating the integrity of the TNCPE awards process and determining the award level for each applicant. The Panel is composed of experts selected from all sectors including business, industry, education and health care organizations, professional and trade associations and government. Judges are all well versed in the principles of continuous improvement and performance excellence principles. More than 1,000 organizations have participated in and benefited from the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence Awards program.