PCRB & DCRB Workers Compensation Symposium
The Premier WorkComp Event in the Mid-Atlantic, produced by the Pennsylvania Compensation Rating Bureau and the Delaware Compensation Rating Bureau Inc.


Join us on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Convene at City View in Center City Philadelphia for the second annual PCRB & DCRB Workers Compensation Symposium (WCS 2025) as we explore "Protecting What Matters Most"--a compelling program dedicated to helping attendees secure the future of their organizations by advancing data governance, cybersecurity, and cutting-edge technologies that safeguard our information, identities, and health, enabling workplace safety and customer success.

This one-of-a-kind symposium brings together top leaders, innovators, and decision-makers from insurance carriers, agents and brokers, employer trade groups, and regulators to tackle the most pressing challenges and explore transformative opportunities in the field. The program also includes a live demo of WorkComp360, the future of workers compensation data analytics that will revolutionize benchmarking and decision-making for our member insurance carriers.

With networking opportunities over breakfast and lunch, and a session focused on important Marketplace Updates, this symposium is the must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving workers’ compensation landscape. This event is packed with valuable insights. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of workers’ compensation in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and beyond. Register now to secure your spot!


Agenda
Thursday, May 1
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
PCRB & DCRB President/CEO William Taylor welcomes our attendees and provides context for the day's programming, underscoring the increasing need to protect what matters most in our organizations -- our data, employees, and customers.
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Data management is more critical than ever, and our expert John Bottega, President of the Enterprise Data Management Council, takes attendees on a journey to better understand the opportunities and challenges facing our industry.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Gain insights from FBI Special Agent Jeffrey Hunter on advanced defense techniques, incident recovery, and the importance of rapid response to secure your organization against cybersecurity threats.
10:50 AM - 12:00 PM
10:50 AM - 12:00 PM
PCRB and DCRB's team of experts will share workers compensation insurance findings in Pennsylvania and Delaware, highlighting updated data reports and detailing insights on the state of the industry.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Provided by the culinary experts at Convene.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Dan O'Brien and his company HTC Vive are at the forefront of innovative technologies that can revolutionize workplace safety training and even treatment of PTSD injuries suffered on the job.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Get the inside edge on WorkComp360, which delivers customizable and detailed visualizations and reports from PCRB and DCRB's powerful business intelligence and analytics platform, set to publicly launch next month.
Speakers

John Bottega

Bottega is a senior strategy and data management executive with more than 40 years of experience in the industry.

Jeff Hunter

A recognized authority in intelligence analysis and threat mitigation, Hunter regularly advises government agencies and private sector organizations on best practices for security and risk management.

Daniel O'Brien

O'Brien is a seasoned technology executive with over 24 years of experience in leading and managing the commercialization of emerging technologies, innovations, and solutions for consumers and professional customers.

William Taylor

Taylor has spent his entire career in property and casualty insurance and is a trusted leader in underwriting, operations, and technology.

Tom Cleary

Since joining in 2022, Cleary has advanced data management, operational efficiencies, and industry collaboration driving organizational transformation and innovation.

Brent Otto, FCAS, MAAA

Otto is responsible for all actuarial functions, including the pricing and research teams, rate filings, and legislative pricing. His engagement in strategic and operational decisions drives accuracy and innovation across the organization.

Dawn Belfus

Belfus has been with PCRB for more than 30 years, playing a key role in maintaining and modernizing the organization's data program while providing membership with efficient and timely services.

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LOCATION
Convene at City View, Duane Morris Building, 30 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Location: Convene at City View, Duane Morris Building, 30 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
If You Register But Can't Make It
If You Register But Can't Make It

The PCRB & DCRB Workers Compensation Symposium is a free event with limited registration. In an effort to ensure as many people who wish to attend can join us, we ask that if you register for the event but are unable to attend that you cancel your registration. We understand that things come up and make it easy for you to cancel should the need arise.

To cancel your registration, you can:

  • From your registration confirmation email, click through to the event page and select registration details and then cancel.

(OR)

  • Email PCRB Communications and Marketing Manager Joe Petrucci at jpetrucci@pcrb.com to cancel.


Registration End Date

Registration for WCS 2025 will close on April 18, 2025 or when registration is full. We will create a waitlist should the need arise.