Saturday, February 28, 2026
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Registration and Welcome Coffee
Registration Desk
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
The Future of Workers Recovery: From Compensation to Restoration
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Chief Medical Officer at Advanced Occupational Health
Main Ballroom
Explore the paradigm shift from traditional workers compensation to a holistic recovery-focused approach.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Networking Break
Exhibit Hall
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
AI and Predictive Analytics in Claims Management
Michael Rodriguez
SVP Claims Innovation at ClaimsTech Solutions
Jennifer Thompson Esq
Managing Partner at Thompson and Associates
Breakout Room A
Discover how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing claims triage, fraud detection, and outcome prediction.
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Legislative Update: New Laws and Upcoming Changes
David Chen
Chief Technology Officer at Pinnacle Insurance Group
Amanda Williams RN CCM
Director of Clinical Services at Premier Case Management
Breakout Room B
A comprehensive review of recent legislative changes affecting workers compensation across key states.
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
Grand Ballroom
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Building an Effective Return-to-Work Program
Robert Jackson
Principal Consultant at SafetyFirst Consulting
Dr. Lisa Park
Clinical Director at Behavioral Health Partners
Conference Room 1
Learn the essential components of a successful return-to-work program.
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Opioid Stewardship: Balancing Pain Management and Safety
Thomas Mueller
Chief Actuary at Analytics Advantage Inc
Patricia Hernandez
VP Risk and Benefits at Global Manufacturing Corp
Main Ballroom
Explore evidence-based approaches to managing chronic pain while reducing opioid dependence.
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Afternoon Break
Exhibit Hall
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Psychology of Recovery: Mental Health in Workers Comp
Kevin OBrien
CEO at Vocational Solutions Network
Dr. Maria Santos
Professor of Occupational Health at State University Research Center
Breakout Room A
Understand the critical role of mental health in physical recovery.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Poolside Terrace
Sunday, March 1, 2026
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast
Grand Ballroom
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Catastrophic Claims Management Best Practices
James Wilson
Chief Clinical Officer at PharmaCare WC Solutions
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Chief Medical Officer at Advanced Occupational Health
Breakout Room B
Navigate the complexities of catastrophic injury claims with expert guidance.
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Fraud Detection and Prevention Strategies
Michael Rodriguez
SVP Claims Innovation at ClaimsTech Solutions
Jennifer Thompson Esq
Managing Partner at Thompson and Associates
Main Ballroom
Identify red flags and implement effective investigation protocols.
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Networking Break
Exhibit Hall
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Telemedicine in Workers Compensation
David Chen
Chief Technology Officer at Pinnacle Insurance Group
Main Ballroom
Evaluate the benefits and challenges of telemedicine for injured workers.
12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Farewell
Main Ballroom
