HKPO Announces Global Leadership Appointments with Dr. Morgan Jones and Tina Agustiady

HKPO Announces Strategic Global Leadership Appointments

Dr. Morgan Jones Named Vice President of Global Excellence; Tina Agustiady Joins as Master Black Belt and Co-Host of Connect & Thrive Podcast

Annapolis, Maryland — January 9, 2026 — HKPO – Making Change for the Better is proud to announce the addition of two exceptional leaders whose expertise, influence, and purpose-driven leadership will further strengthen HKPO’s global impact and community.

These appointments reflect HKPO’s continued commitment to advancing organizational excellence, leadership development, and sustainable transformation worldwide.

Leadership Announcement | Global Excellence | Asia Pacific Expansion

Dr. Morgan Jones Appointed Vice President of Global Excellence

HKPO is honored to welcome Dr. Morgan Jones as Vice President of Global Excellence, where he will lead HKPO’s strategic expansion across the Asia Pacific region.

What This Means for HKPO

Dr. Jones’ appointment accelerates HKPO’s ability to deliver world-class excellence at scale, including:

  • Accelerated global growth and regional partnerships
  • Advancement of organizational excellence across operations
  • Expansion of Lean Six Sigma capability and leadership development
  • Sustainable, values-driven transformation embedded across organizations

In this role, Dr. Jones will work closely with executive leadership and key stakeholders to identify market opportunities, establish strategic local partnerships, and embed proven operational excellence systems throughout the region. He will spearhead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, deliver executive-level training, and strengthen efficiency, productivity, and quality standards across global operations.

About Dr. Morgan Jones

Dr. Jones brings more than 40 years of global experience driving sustainable business transformation across industries and countries. His background includes:

  • Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Scrum Master
  • Globally recognized expert in transformation and change leadership
  • Award-winning author of nine books on practical business transformation
  • All book proceeds donated to charitable organizations, reflecting leadership with purpose

Dr. Jones’ leadership embodies HKPO’s mission of creating lasting excellence through people, purpose, and proven systems.

Leadership Announcement | Excellence & Community Engagement

Tina Agustiady Joins HKPO as Master Black Belt and Co-Host of Connect & Thrive

HKPO is equally proud to welcome Tina Agustiady, CLSSMBB, as a Master Black Belt and Co-Host of HKPO’s Connect & Thrive Podcast.

Who She Is

Tina Agustiady is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and accomplished Continuous Improvement leader with deep experience across the healthcare, manufacturing, food, chemical, and financial services industries.

Current Role

Tina currently serves as Vice President and Senior Vendor Relationship Manager at JPMorganChase, where she leads complex enterprise relationships and operational excellence initiatives.

Enterprise Transformation Leadership

Throughout her career, Tina has led enterprise-wide Lean transformation efforts at organizations including:

  • MetLife
  • Philips Healthcare
  • BASF

Her work has consistently delivered measurable, sustainable business results.

Proven Impact

A respected industry leader, Tina has:

  • Driven large-scale operational excellence initiatives
  • Coached and developed cross-functional teams
  • Delivered measurable improvements in cost, quality, and delivery
Industry & Thought Leadership

Tina is a recognized thought leader and educator, currently serving as:

  • Past President, Lean Division – Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)
  • Technical Vice President, IISE

Her accolades include prestigious industry honors such as:

  • Feigenbaum Medal
  • ASQ Crosby Medal

Through her role as Co-Host of HKPO’s Connect & Thrive Podcast, Tina will bring her expertise, voice, and passion for excellence to conversations that inspire leaders, practitioners, and organizations worldwide.

Looking Ahead

“We are honored to welcome both Dr. Morgan Jones and Tina Agustiady to the HKPO team,” said Jennifer Ralston, President & CEO of HKPO. “Their combined leadership strengthens our global reach, deepens our technical excellence, and amplifies our commitment to building people-centered, purpose-driven organizations.”

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Morgan Jones and Tina Agustiady to the HKPO community as we continue Making Change for the Better—globally.

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