Winter East Conference 2017

Claims Management 360°

Proven Methods from All Angles

Historic Davenport Hotel

10 S. Post Street, Spokane, Washington
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This year's Winter Conference features a multidisciplinary look at each major point in the progression of a complex workers' comp claim toward successful resolution. Featuring detailed case studies, take-home tips, input from the experts, the day will offer insights both from and for risk managers, claims managers, safety professionals, lawyers, health care providers, vocational and return to work providers, human resource professionals, and more.

Want to attend in Gig Harbor? Click here for our companion Winter West conference on January 12, 2017.

SSpecial thanks to our conference sponsor, Archbright and platinum sponsor, Miles Investigations!

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Agenda:

Thursday, January 26 2017

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Continuing Education Credits

WSIA will award 7 CEC units for the Washington Workers' Compensation Professional (WWCP) requirements. The following additional credentials will be applied for and noted when awarded:

  • L&I CEU - Approved for 7 Claims Management Credits
  • CRC - Approved for 7 Credits
  • CDMS - Approved for 7 Credits
  • SHRM / HRCI recertification credits - Approved for 7 Credits

Pricing

WSIA Members - $225, full breakfast and lunch included

Additional members from same organization - $150 each

Non-member guests - $350


Hotel Information

Historic Davenport Hotel, 10 S Post Street, Spokane, Washington 99201

Click here for hotel information


Cancellation Information

A cancellation fee of $75 will be charged for cancellations received by January 19, 2017.  This is to offset the cost of room rental, reserved meals, and conference material production.

No credit will be given for cancellations made after January 19, 2017.