Lisa Corn
Kate Smetana
How CALM facilitates growth: CALM plays a pivotal role in fostering professional and organizational growth within our legal metrology community. CALM's inclusive platform encourages knowledge sharing and collaboration across all our state programs. Monthly webinar meetings, an email listserv, in person collaboration at NCWM meetings, and (hopefully) soon an in-person workshop at NIST's CRMAP offer multiple avenues for members to expand their technical skills. It's an unprecedented opportunity to stay updated on practices, procedures, and equipment and to gain exposure to innovative best practices. Growth is further facilitated through mentorship opportunities. New metrologists connect with seasoned metrologists in these meetings for guidance on challenges and help to navigate complex metrology laboratory issues. This exchange of expertise empowers individuals and strengthens the overall metrology field. Additionally, CALM streamlines communication between state labs. This communication ensures that resources, tools, and procedures are more effectively distributed and implemented, enabling all metrology laboratories to grow collectively rather than in silos. While not every member actively speaks or responds to emails, all members engage in their own way. Our monthly meetings provide opportunities for quiet learners to absorb information and grow at their own pace. The diversity of engagement styles within CALM bolsters our impact, even as those who remain behind the scenes benefit from the shared knowledge and expertise.
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