The Comp Laude® Awards recognize Integrity, Excellence and Success in the Workers' Compensation industry. Each year, nominations are received and reviewed by a panel of industry judges. Comp Laude® awards are presented by WorkCompCentral at the annual Comp Laude® Gala.
2015 Comp Laude® Award Winners
Alex Swedlow
Summa Comp Laude® - Winner with Highest Honor
Alex Swedlow shares CWCI's mission of improving the operation of the California workers' compensation system through research and education.
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Becky Curtis
Magna Comp Laude® - Winner With Great Honor
Becky Curtis overcame multiple injuries and permanent disabilities sustained in a near-fatal auto accident to provide tools and assistance to others living with chronic pain.
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Cedar Fair
Employer Comp Laude®
Cedar Fair, one of the world's largest regional amusement resort operators, makes safety (as well as fun) a priority for guests and employees alike.
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Maureen Gallagher
Individual Comp Laude®
Maureen Gallagher specializes in assisting producers and clients to select appropriate workers' compensation placements, manages collateral determination for large loss-sensitive placements, conducts webinars and maintains the extensive workers' compensation Brand library.
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Kenneth Black
Injured Worker Comp Laude®
Kenneth Black serves as an "inspiration for other injured workers and to the industry as a whole" for overcoming his opioid addiction and reclaiming his life after a debilitating work injury.
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Artemis Emslie
Leadership Comp Laude®
Artemis Emslie thrives on building talented and capable teams, providing mentoring and inspiration to guide and support others.
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Hon. Colleen Casey
Legal Comp Laude®
Colleen Casey is a highly sought speaker, writer and trainer on workers' compensation law and issues, including regional training seminars.
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Kathryn Mueller
Medical Comp Laude®
Kathryn Mueller, MD, MPH, is a tireless evidence-based medicine advocate honored for her significant and lasting impact on workers' compensation.
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Ascential Care Partners, LLC
Service Comp Laude®
Ascential Care Partners provides insightful, caring, high-quality service to its patients, their families and the community.
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