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IAIABC 112th Convention

Monday, September 28, 2026 at 7:30 AM (PDT) to Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM (PDT)

About the IAIABC 112th Convention

The IAIABC Convention addresses the current policy, regulatory, and administrative challenges and opportunities affecting workers' compensation systems around the world through a combination of presentations, discussion forums, and roundtables.

The IAIABC Convention brings together more workers' compensation jurisdictional agency leaders than any other conference in North America. 

Who Participates? 

In 2025, over 260 people attended the IAIABC 111th Convention, including representatives from 41 jurisdictions. Attendees of the IAIABC Convention traditionally include:

  • Jurisdictional regulators and administrators
  • Government/regulatory affairs personnel
  • Medical directors
  • Insurers 
  • Claims administrators
  • Attorneys
  • Service providers
  • Medical providers
  • Administrative law judges
  • ... and many more! 

Thank You 2026 Sponsors

Agenda

All times in Pacific Daylight Time. (times and meetings subject to change)

All meetings will be available in-person only.

Sunday, September 27, 2026

The Board of Directors meet to discuss IAIABC strategy and governance.

Members of the Board of Directors meet with Committee leaders to discuss IAIABC strategic direction and Committee projects and needs.

Monday, September 28, 2026

The sponsor marketplace showcases industry leaders in service and technology. Stop by to learn about products and services to help meet your workers' compensation needs.
Thank you to SFM for sponsoring this morning's breakfast.
Join an exhilarating speed networking session where professionals meet, exchange ideas, and expand their business contacts in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Come prepared to meet new attendees and broaden your network.
Unwind after a day of sessions at the Attendee Happy Hour. Engage in lively discussions, make new connections, and indulge in a variety of appetizers and drinks. Name badges are required for this event. Guests of registered attendees planning to attend will need to purchase a guest pass ahead of time.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

The sponsor marketplace showcases industry leaders in service and technology. Stop by to learn about products and services to help meet your workers' compensation needs.
Join IAIABC President, Phillip Germain, as he reflects on 2026 and looks toward the future.
IAIABC NextGen Award recipients from 2026 will share "Ignite" presentations: short insights on the topic of their choosing. Always a fun and informative session, come to celebrate these innovative and inspirational leaders in workers' compensation. 
Thank you to Healthesystems for sponsoring this afternoon's break.
A photobooth sponsored by The Black Car Fund will be available during the President's Reception.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

The sponsor marketplace showcases industry leaders in service and technology. Stop by to learn about products and services to help meet your workers' compensation needs.
Thank you to Optum for sponsoring this morning's breakfast.

Members are invited to hear updates on the finances, membership, projects, and programs of the IAIABC. The 2026-2027 Board of Directors election will take place, and new leadership will be sworn in.

Hear from regulatory EDI leaders on changes and challenges in data reporting. The updates shared provide essential information for reporters to plan and prepare for future jurisdictional requirements. A giveaway sponsored by Verisk will take place during this session.

The EDI Council will receive updates from EDI Committee leaders, review progress on implementation governance, discuss jurisdictional matters, and hear updates on financials, membership, and training.

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Guest Passes

Do you have a spouse, friend, or other family member that would like to attend social events at the IAIABC 112th Convention? 

Purchase a guest pass for $100 that will allow your guest to join you at the Happy Hour, President's Reception, and Wednesday's Social Event during the Convention. Only guests with paid tickets and badges will be allowed access to social events.

 Registered attendees do not need to purchase.

Purchase a Guest Pass

Location

The IAIABC 112th Convention will take place in-person only in Spokane, Washington.

Conference Hotel

The Davenport Grand

333 W Spokane Falls Blvd

Spokane, WA 99201

Phone: (509) 458-3330

The IAIABC has secured a discounted rate of $219 per night plus taxes and fees at the conference hotel the Davenport Grand. This rate is available now until  September 4 or sold out. 

Book Your Room

Parking

Current parking rates are $28 per night  for self-parking located on the corner of Washington and Riverside Avenue. Valet parking is available for $35 per night located off Spokane Falls Blvd at the main entrance. Rates are subject to change.

Airport

The closest airport to the hotel is the Spokane International Airport (GEG), approximately 12 minutes (about 7.7 miles) from the hotel.

For More Information:

Jessica Faust
Jessica Faust
CMP Events and Marketing Manager IAIABC (608)410-2215