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ORNL training program recognized by professional society

11-12-2007 · Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)

The American Society for Training & Development has recognized Oak Ridge National Laboratory as one of its 2007 BEST Awards Program winners. The 2007 BEST Awards received entries from 103 organizations in eight countries.

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