President's Awards
The annual President’s Awards honor those who demonstrate commitment and achievement in reducing harm and aiding recovery from occupational injuries and illnesses.
2025 Recipients
Congratulations to the recipients of the IAIABC 2025 President's Awards. The presentation of the President's Awards took place during the IAIABC 111th Convention in October 2025.
President's Award
Tina Greene, Regulatory and Industry Standards Director, Enlyte
In appreciation for dedicated leadership and service to the IAIABC and international workers’ compensation community.
Past President's Award
Robert Doucette
In recognition of leadership and service to the IAIABC.
Frances Perkins Award
Jordan Russell, Chairman, Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Commission
For following in the footsteps of Frances Perkins, U.S. Secretary of Labor and IAIABC President, who was a role model for innovation and progressive leadership in workers' compensation and social security.
International Collaboration Award
Edmund Cheong, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Social Security Organisation Malaysia
For excellence in promoting collaboration and understanding between international workers’ compensation and social security agencies.
Samuel Gompers Award
Karen Funkenbusch, University of Missouri
In recognition of your outstanding efforts “In improving the working conditions of the masses.” ~ Samuel Gompers, 1916
Award of Merit
Erin Bishop, Alternative Dispute Resolution Department Supervisor, Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission
For outstanding contribution of leadership, commitment, and professional talent in furthering the goals of the IAIABC.
Outstanding Achievement in EDI
Martha Luevano, Director for Enterprise Automation Services, Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation
For outstanding contribution and commitment to the development of IAIABC Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) standards for workers’ compensation reporting.
Associate Member Award of Merit
Jill Anne Dulich, Director, Claims and Operations, Self-Insurers’ Security Fund
For outstanding contribution of leadership, commitment, and professional talent in furthering the goals of the IAIABC