Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comp Laude® Awards & Gala?
The Comp Laude® Awards & Gala is an annual event hosted by WorkCompCentral and designed for all stakeholders in the workers’ compensation industry. The event is put together by the industry for the industry. The advisory board is comprised of individuals representing various stakeholder roles. The event includes engaging sessions, an awards ceremony, and various networking opportunities. The event was the vision of WorkCompCentral founder David J. DePaolo.
When did the Comp Laude® Awards & Gala begin?
The event as it is today, including an awards component combined with educational and networking sessions was launched in December 2014.
What is the goal or purpose of the Comp Laude® Awards & Gala?
The event’s mission is to change the narrative of the workers’ compensation industry to a more positive dialogue. We aim to do this by:
- bringing various stakeholders together in one place, including injured workers
- Inviting all attendees to connect with open minds
- engaging in meaningful dialogue about how we can remove obstacles/barriers to care
- gaining a deeper understanding of various stakeholder roles
- exploring ways we can create a more balanced system
Who is Comp Laude® Awards & Gala for?
All workers’ compensation professionals across the country are invited to attend the event, including claims professionals, risk professionals, defense attorneys, applicant/claimant attorneys, employers, human resource professionals, safety professionals, doctors/physicians, nurse case managers, physical therapists, and other medical professionals, injured workers, vocational rehabilitation counselors/return-to-work coordinators, third-party administrators (TPAs), insurance carriers, regulators, vendors, brokers, and more. We invite any person with a role in the workers’ compensation industry to join us in making a positive impact in the industry.
Who decides what sessions will be part of the Comp Laude® Awards & Gala?
The Comp Laude® Advisory Board collaborates to develop an agenda appropriate for our audience and aligned with the mission of the Comp Laude® event. Our goal is to explore conversations that contribute to making the workers’ compensation system better through a series of round-table discussions. Topics will be announced in June along with an invitation to industry speakers to request a seat as a panelist.
How are the Comp Laude® Award winners determined?
Each year, at www.complaude.com, nominations are open to the industry to nominate individuals and companies for a Comp Laude® Award. Anyone in the industry can nominate any person or company for an award. The awards are designed to highlight individuals and companies dedicated to ensuring the system works as intended, fosters advocacy and care for injured workers, and works to support a fair and balanced system. The vetting and judging committees are comprised of people on our Advisory Board, click here to see advisory board members.
Are there sponsor opportunities at Comp Laude® Awards & Gala?
Yes. Each year we offer a limited number of sponsor opportunities. Sponsor opportunities range from $2,500 and higher, depending on the level of sponsorship. Companies are encouraged to contact WorkCompCentral early as many sponsor opportunities are exclusive and based on a first-come, first-serve basis. See the event prospectus here.