Winter West Conference 2017

Claims Management 360°

Proven Methods from All Angles

Inn at Gig Harbor

3211 56th St NW, Gig Harbor, 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 Spokane? Click here for our companion Winter East conference on January 26, 2017.

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

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Agenda:

Thursday, January 12 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

Inn at Gig Harbor, 3211 56th St NW, Gig Harbor, Washington 98335

Click here for hotel information

WSIA has reserved a limited room block for overnight attendees. Rates are $125.00 per night.
Call (253) 858-1111 to reserve your room by Wednesday December 21, 2016.


Cancellation Information

A cancellation fee of $75 will be charged for cancellations received by January 5, 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 5, 2017.