Member Benefits
As a member of a National Leadership & Advisory Council, you receive monthly benefits that create a truly unique annual leadership development program. Additionally, all employees at your organization receive individual access to the Institute for Performance Excellence and all of its benefits.
Understanding Your Benefits
Monthly Masterclass Sessions
Engage in exclusive, high-level masterclass sessions each month, providing valuable insights & practical strategies from top industry experts.
U.S. & Global Quality Benchmarking Initiative
​Gain access to a powerful benchmarking initiative, enabling your organization to measure and improve its performance against industry leaders.
Educational
Benefits
Unlock a wealth of educational resources, including curated courses and certifications, to enhance your knowledge and skills in performance excellence.
Professional Networking Opportunities
Connect with influential leaders and executives, fostering meaningful relationships and collaborations to elevate your leadership journey.
AI-Driven Organizational Assessments
Utilize advanced AI-powered tools to evaluate your organization’s performance and identify key opportunities for growth and optimization.
Institute Access For Your Organization
Provide your entire organization with full access to the Institute for Performance Excellence benefit, empowering every level of your team to thrive.
Expert-Led
Roundtables
Participate in confidential, expert-led roundtable discussions designed to tackle current challenges, share best practices, & drive success.
Private Online
Portal
Enjoy exclusive access to a private online portal where you can engage with resources, discussions, and insights tailored to your leadership needs.
National Conference Registrations
Receive complimentary registration for the Baldrige National Conference, where you’ll gain access to industry-leading speakers and networking opportunities.
NLAC Member Benefits
Membership with the National Leadership & Advisory Councils provides unparalleled benefits. We are backed by the technology infrastructure of the Institute for Performance Excellence, which allows members to gain access to a leading online social community that is focused on developing leaders and using systems thinking to improve themselves and their organizations.
Full Benefits List
$9,500 / Annually
Financing for individuals and organizations is available
Benefits for You
Monthly 4-hour NLAC Group Meetings
Each monthly NLAC meeting is a focused 4-hour session that combines leadership roundtables, expert-led masterclasses, and strategic peer discussion to help members grow, connect, and lead with greater impact.
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Monthly Masterclass Sessions
High-impact, expert-led deep dive designed to equip council members with practical strategies, performance tools, and executive insights rooted in the Baldrige Framework.
Expert-Led Roundtables
Gives members a chance to discuss real leadership challenges, share ideas, and learn from one another to drive better results.
Monthly Leadership Commitments & Action Planning
Each NLAC meeting concludes with members setting clear leadership commitments and action plans, turning insights into accountability and driving real-world progress between sessions.
Access to the Institute for Performance Excellence
NLAC members receive full access to the Institute for Performance Excellence for every employee at their organization, providing organization-wide learning, tools, and training grounded in the Baldrige Framework.
Private Online Portal for NLAC Members
Each NLAC member receives access to a private online portal designed to share resources, continue discussions, and connect with fellow leaders between sessions.
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National Conferences
Receive one (1) complimentary registration to the Quest for Excellence® Conference and a $500 voucher toward any of our educational programs
Benefits for Your Organization
Online Social Community
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Access to a LinkedIn-Style Social CommunityNetworking Opportunities with Industry Professionals
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Individual Profile Listing
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Access to quarterly roundtables hosted by industry leaders on topics that are critical to organizational excellence
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Custom Online Portal for Your Organization
Education and Training
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10% Discount on Lean Six Sigma Courses ranging from White Belts to Master Black Belts, spanning more than 20 courses.
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Access discounts on over 400 training and certification programs
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Create Your Own Company Workforce Development Platform with the ability to track more than 400 certifications and courses for your employees.
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10% University Degree Program Discounts at Participating Universities.
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5% Discount on Strategic Planning & Leadership Certifications
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Access to discounts on Baldrige-Based Accelerator programs
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Access to discounts on 4-Week Onboarding & Development QuickStart
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Access to discounts on 4-Week Continuous Improvement QuickStart
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Access Technology Resources
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Access 8 AI-Assisted Organizational Assessments
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Access a U.S. & Global Quality Benchmarking Interactive Online Tool to use for Benchmarking Insights
National Conference
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$100 Quest for Excellence® Conference Registration Discount
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20% Discount on Exhibitor Space at the Annual Quest for Excellence® Conference
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10% Discount on Quest for Excellence® Sponsorship Packages
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Knowledge Center Access
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Access to over 500 conference presentations, research articles, infographics, essays, past Baldrige application summaries, and more.
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The ability to contribute your original work to our Knowledge Center to create opportunities for all to learn
Research & Publications
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Unlimited Access to Electronic Journal of Performance Excellence
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Unlimited Access to Electronic Chronicle of Leadership & Management
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Receive an annual U.S. Global Quality Publication
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Promotional Support
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Ability to Post Press Releases on the Foundation's Web Site
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Use of Baldrige Foundation Institute for Performance Excellence Partner Logo w/Year for Promotional Materials/Communications
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Access to our public events listing to cross-promote your upcoming quality or excellence-oriented events
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Additional Corporate Partner Benefits Shared with Your Organization
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Corporate Travel Discounts on Hotel, Car, Bus, and Flights
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10% Discount on the Strategic Performance Excellence and Knowledge System (SPEAKS) (Jordan Johnson, Inc.)
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30% Discount on Stakeholder/Customer Engagement Survey Resources (Beyond Feedback)
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Discounts on Evidence-Based Succession Planning, Executive Search and Executive Assessments. (The Synergy Organization)
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10% Discount on Corporate Transcendence Products and Services.