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.
2024 Recipients
Congratulations to the recipients of the IAIABC 2024 President's Awards. The presentation of the President's Awards took place during the IAIABC 110th Convention in September 2024.
President's Award
Phillip Germain, CEO, Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board
In appreciation for dedicated leadership and service to the IAIABC and international workers’ compensation community.
Past President's Award
Mark Long
In recognition of leadership and service to the IAIABC.
Frances Perkins Award
Paul Tauriello, Director, Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation
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
Cheryl Tucker, CEO, Association of Workers’ Compensation Boards of Canada (AWCBC) (formerly)
For excellence in promoting collaboration and understanding between international workers’ compensation and social security agencies.
Samuel Gompers Award
Sara Ranney, International Association of Fire Fighters Local 244 and Albuquerque Fire Rescue
In recognition of your outstanding efforts “In improving the working conditions of the masses.” ~ Samuel Gompers, 1916
Award of Merit
Jason Swant, Workers’ Compensation Section Manager, Montana Employment Standards Division
For outstanding contribution of leadership, commitment, and professional talent in furthering the goals of the IAIABC.
Outstanding Achievement in EDI
Pam Morton, Business Systems Analyst – Regulatory, Riskonnect
For outstanding contribution and commitment to the development of IAIABC Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) standards for workers’ compensation reporting.
Associate Member Award of Merit
Stephanie Arkelian, Sr. Director, Product Management, Healthesystems
For outstanding contribution of leadership, commitment, and professional talent in furthering the goals of the IAIABC