Leaning into the Future

Learn from industry experts how to build a culture of continuous improvement and achieve operational brilliance at the 25th annual Lean and Six Sigma Conference. Celebrating a quarter-century of innovative excellence, this year's event theme is "Leaning into the Future." Attendees will experience a transformative journey exploring cutting-edge Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, diving into the power of AI and automation to redefine process excellence. With a focus on creating excellence in processes, systems, and the workplace, this conference equips you with the tools and insights to drive breakthrough results. Join us in commemorating 25 years of ground-breaking advancements and solidify your position as a next-generation leader.

Make the case to attend

Make the Case to Attend ASQ’s 2026 Lean and Six Sigma Conference

Want to drive a real change in your organization? ASQ’s 2026 Lean and Six Sigma Conference will give you the tools to harness AI, automation, and advanced methodologies—so you can boost efficiency, spark innovation, and lead with impact.

We’ve made it easier to get a buy-in from your manager. Download our draft letter to help you make an effective case to attend.

Why Attend? Here’s What You’ll Walk Away With:

•Insights into how AI and automation are transforming lean and Six Sigma methodologies
•Strategies to position yourself as a forward-thinking leader
•Proven methods for building a culture of continuous improvement
•Access to the latest innovations along the experts using them successfully in real-world lean and Six Sigma applications

2026 marks the 25th anniversary of LSSC, a quarter-century celebration of excellence, innovation, and impact. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

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Building Cultures of Continuous Improvement

Learn proven strategies for cultivating a culture that fosters ongoing improvement and excellence. Hear from luminaries on how to engage your workforce, empower your teams, and instill a mindset of relentless refinement.

Driving the Future of Quality - Leveraging AI and Automation

Discover how to harness the power of AI and automation to redefine the future of process excellence. Explore the latest innovations and learn from industry experts on integrating these transformative technologies into your Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.

Tools of the Trade - Creating Process and Systems Excellence

Dive deep into the methodologies and frameworks that drive operational brilliance. Uncover best practices for achieving excellence in your processes, systems, and workplace, and walk away with the insights to drive breakthrough results.

CALL FOR REVIEWERS, SUBMISSIONS AND SESSION TIMELINE

Call for Reviewers Opens	Friday, June 27, 2025
Call for Reviewers Deadline	Friday, July 11, 2025
Call for Proposals Live	Friday, June 27, 2025
Call for Proposals Deadline	Friday, July 18, 2025
Proposal Review and Selection Complete	Friday, August 22, 2025
Selected Submissions Notified	Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Declined Submissions Notified	Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Presentations due to TPC	Monday, January 6, 2026
TPC Review Complete	Monday, January 19, 2026
Final Presentations Uploaded	Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Selected LSSC speakers can review their session details and any outstanding tasks on our Speaker Management Page here https://ssl.linklings.net/conferences/LSSC/  using the login credentials you used to submit your Call for Proposals.