When you meet Liva Rivera, you are instantly drawn into her world of energy, kindness, and fierce determination. She is a powerhouse—a woman who exudes inclusivity, confidence, and a vibrant presence that commands attention. As […]

Yana Shapiro is not your average attorney—she is a force of nature. A woman who entered the U.S. as a wide-eyed teenager, armed with nothing but a dictionary and a determination fierce enough to move […]

Some people break in the face of unimaginable hardship. Others, like Tonya "TK" Knoettgen, rise fiercely, unapologetically, and with a fire that refuses to be extinguished.  This past year, TK faced a series of personal […]

Julie Neil is the kind of leader who transforms spaces with her expertise, warmth, generosity, and strategic brilliance. A powerhouse in the workers' compensation industry, Julie brings a rare combination of business acumen and deep […]

Case Management Focus In this week’s article, I wanted to write about International Women’s Day, as I was unfamiliar with it, and I had seen a lot of coverage over the past few weeks in […]

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, I want to recognize all of the incredible women who are shaping the workers’ compensation industry. To those driving positive change in risk management and claims—advocating for injured workers […]

The Issue: The Ongoing Debate Between Work-Life Balance and Work-Life Integration  For years, women have been told to strive for "work-life balance"—the idea that career and personal life should exist in perfect harmony. However, balance […]

When it comes to redefining success in the workers' compensation and insurance industries, Kelly Gillman is a name to remember. A powerhouse of strategic networking, collaboration, and innovation, Kelly transforms challenges into opportunities. Her recently […]