More than 600 experts from all sectors of the U.S. economy volunteer countless hours to serve on the Board of Examiners each year. They review applications for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, conduct site visits for selected organizations, and write extensive feedback reports citing applicants' strengths and opportunities for improvement. Within the board, a separate Judges Panel, appointed by the Secretary of Commerce, recommends Award recipients for approval by the Secretary of Commerce. Baldrige Examiners have given thousands of presentations on quality management, performance improvement, and the Baldrige Award.