Carrie is the Executive Director of Customer Relations with 18 years’ experience in the Case Management area with Stubbe Case Management (SCM). SCM has been providing outstanding medical and vocational case management for over 39 years, focusing on integrity, appropriate medicine, the right time, and the best provider to achieve a successful return to function in a cost-effective manner. Prior to SCM, she was a claims professional as an adjuster, supervisor, and ultimately national claims manager. Carrie has been a board member with the Wisconsin Forum for nine years and has served in the workers’ compensation industry for over 30 years. She also serves as a board member for Kids Chance of Wisconsin.

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Brad has over 20 years of insurance industry experience and his focuses include providing risk management services to large accounts. He offers extensive knowledge and consultation in the areas of loss prevention, including OSHA and MSHA, workers’ compensation, supervisory development, strategic planning, EMR management, medical relations rapport, risk transfer, and contract review.

When Brad’s not developing or implementing safety programs for manufacturers and contractors, you may find him in a tree stand, enjoying the great outdoors with his children.

For Brad, teaching his children to respect and appreciate the sights and sounds of mother nature and the thrill of a successful hunt are what makes the “great outdoors” so great. His passion for the outdoors carries over to his work where he will consistently hunt for the best solution for his clients particular needs.

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Assisting insurers, third party administrators, and self-insured employers in both Minnesota and Wisconsin, Susan concentrates her practice in the area of Workers’ Compensation. Susan practices in Minnesota and Wisconsin and she regularly advises clients regarding situations involving the nuances of law between the two states.

Clients also count on Susan for the training of those familiar with either Minnesota or Wisconsin, but new to the other. Her work includes representing clients before the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Minnesota Office of Administrative Hearings, Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals, Wisconsin Office of Worker’s Compensation Hearing, Wisconsin Labor and Industry Review Commission and Wisconsin Circuit Court System. In order to keep clients up to date on changes in the law, Susan regularly speaks at the firm’s seminars and contributes to the authoring and editing of the firm’s Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Update.

Susan is fluent in Spanish, has studied in Spain, and traveled to various Spanish speaking countries.

As the Director of Investigative Services at AF Group, I lead a dedicated team of professionals in uncovering and mitigating insurance fraud across multiple lines of business. In addition to overseeing the investigation team, I also manage the causation team, a group of experts who assess work-related injuries to help determine compensability by analyzing personal and occupational risk factors.

I oversee complex investigations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safeguarding our company’s integrity. My role involves collaborating with various departments to develop and implement fraud detection and prevention strategies. I leverage advanced analytical tools and industry best practices to identify suspicious activities and drive successful outcomes.

With over 11 years of experience in the insurance industry, I am passionate about maintaining a culture of vigilance and accountability. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and professional development, staying abreast of emerging trends and technologies to keep our investigative and causation practices at the forefront of the industry.

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Carrie is the Executive Director of Customer Relations with 18 years’ experience in the Case Management area with Stubbe Case Management (SCM). SCM has been providing outstanding medical and vocational case management for over 39 years, focusing on integrity, appropriate medicine, the right time, and the best provider to achieve a successful return to function in a cost-effective manner. Prior to SCM, she was a claims professional as an adjuster, supervisor, and ultimately national claims manager. Carrie has been a board member with the Wisconsin Forum for nine years and has served in the workers’ compensation industry for over 30 years. She also serves as a board member for Kids Chance of Wisconsin.

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Scott Law earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee in 2002 and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Marquette University in 2005. He began his career with Athletico in 2005 and has since held progressive roles including Staff Clinician, Clinic Manager, and currently, Workers’ Compensation Program Manager. In this role, he oversees workers’ compensation operations across Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.

Scott specializes in helping injured workers safely return to the workplace through individualized work conditioning programs and functional capacity evaluations. He also partners with employers on-site as a
Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist (CEAS I), developing proactive ergonomicsolutions to identify risk factors, reduce workplace injuries, and manage workers’ compensation costs effectively.

Dr. Michael McCrea is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist. He is currently The Shekar N. Kurpad, MD, PhD, Chair in Neurosurgery; Professor of Neurosurgery and Neurology; Vice Chair of Research; Co-director of the Center for Neurotrauma Research; and Director of Brain Injury Research at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. McCrea earned his doctoral degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, then completed his internship training in neuropsychology at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Northwestern University Medical School.

He is a past President of the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (AACN). Dr. McCrea has been an active researcher in the neurosciences, with numerous scientific publications, book chapters, and national and international lectures on the topic of traumatic brain injury. He authored the text Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Postconcussion Syndrome: The New Evidence Base for Diagnosis and Treatment published by Oxford University Press. He is a member of the United States Department of Defense Health Board External Advisory Committee on Traumatic Brain Injury advising the Office of the Secretary of Defense on management and research of military related traumatic brain injury.

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Roland C. Cafaro, has been Peer Review Rated as AV® Preeminent™, the highest performance rating in Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system since 2004. He is a 1988 graduate of Creighton University where he earned a Bachelor of Science, cum laude, in Biology and a 1991 graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Law.
Prior to founding his own firm, Mr. Cafaro was a shareholder at the Milwaukee law firm of Halling & Cayo, S.C., and prior to that served as a member of the trial counsel team for EBI Companies and Royal & SunAlliance, lastly serving in the role as Managing Trial Attorney for the state of Wisconsin.

He has served on the State Bar of Wisconsin Professionalism and Lawyer Dispute Resolution Committees and co-authored the State Bar Lawyer Dispute Resolution Program. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Bar Association. Mr. Cafaro has lectured on behalf of The State Bar of Wisconsin, The University of Wisconsin School of Law, PESI, NBI, Wisconsin Safety Council, as well as numerous employer, insurer, and trade groups throughout Wisconsin.

Pain is of course a fact of life, and can provide important information that allows us to know when it is time to seek safety and rest. It can teach us what to fear and what to avoid. It guides us to do what we need to do in order to heal from injury or illness. But, in life we also learn that sometimes it is only by pushing through pain and fear that we can experience our greatest pleasures. In fact, it is only because of the contrast provided by pain that we can experience pleasure at all. This pleasure/pain balance is an essential part of life: it is what moves us to act, and rewards us when we do. But, aren’t pain doctors supposed to view pain as the enemy, and get rid of it wherever and whenever they can?

This is not what I believe, and actually is not possible or even desirable. To remove all pain would be to remove our motivation to seek pleasure! Furthermore, quieting the pains that need to be listened to would make it impossible for us to look out for our own safety and wellbeing.

So, this is the great challenge in the field of pain management: determining when pain has a valuable meaning or lesson to teach, and when it has gone beyond serving that function… when we should avoid painful activities and rest, when we should cover up the pain to allow for some activity, and when it is best to courageously push through the pain for maximum long-term benefit and ultimate pleasure. There is a time and a purpose for each of these approaches; and it is my goal and passion to help my patients sort through all of this, and navigate a path over, under, around, or through their pain to become their most productive selves and get the most out of their lives.

Caleb Hyatt strives to ensure that every event he performs becomes a special and unforgettable experience for each person in the audience. His intention is not just to “perform,” but to create lasting memories. Caleb firmly believes in the power of crafting an extraordinary and indelible encounter. With his mind-blowing tricks, razor-sharp sense of humor, and vibrant personality, he mesmerizes and enthralls, offering a fresh perspective on the world of magic. Whether he is delivering a captivating performance on a grand stage or engaging in close-up magic, Caleb leaves his audience longing for more, eager to delve deeper into the enchanting realm he unveils

Dr. Babu is a dual-fellowship trained, Board-Certified Spine Surgeon. Dr. Babu is passionate about restoring function, relieving pain, and improving quality of life for patients with spinal disorders. He specializes in comprehensive spine surgical care in adults and adolescents including nonoperative management of spine conditions, minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spinal reconstruction, motion-sparing procedures, spinal infections, and traumatic injuries. Dr. Babu has years of expertise in endoscopic spine surgery, offering the most minimally invasive surgical option to treat spinal conditions.

Dr. Babu acquired degrees in Engineering and Medicine in the Chicagoland area. He completed his surgical training in orthopedic surgery at Brown University. He then went on to complete two fellowships, the first in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery from Brown University. He furthered his education by completing a Spine Surgery Fellowship from the Johns Hopkins University.

Additionally, Dr. Babu is highly active in research and education. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles advancing the fields of orthopedic and spine surgery. Dr. Babu is an Assistant Professor in Orthopedics at Chicago Medical School where he mentors and educates the future generation of Orthopedic Surgeons. He is also passionate about international healthcare and serves on the steering committee for Health Volunteers Overseas.

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Susan V. Barranco is an attorney licensed to practice in Wisconsin and Illinois who serves as a business advisor and advocate with an emphasis on workers’ compensation litigation. In 2024, Susan founded Barranco Legal, ltd., drawing upon experience defending hundreds of litigated matters from start to conclusion while leading a successful law office branch.

In addition, Susan is an adjunct professor at Marquette University Law School, where she teaches the workers’ compensation course.

Before starting her own practice, Susan spent over 11 years as an attorney with one of the nation’s largest and most successful insurance defense litigation firms, rising to shareholder. In that time, she opened and served as the managing partner for the firm’s branch office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, maintaining a full case load and mentoring associates while delivering results for clients.
Susan served as Chief Justice to the Moot Court board at Marquette Law, where she also placed first in the Jenkins Honors Moot Court Competition in 2011, sharing the Franz C. Eschweiler Prize for Best Brief and earning the Ramon A. Klitzke Prize for Best Oral Argument.

Susan, Class President for Menomonee Falls High School (class of 2000), also spoke at her high school graduation. She is a skilled and engaging speaker who has presented on many topics in the workers’ compensation arena. Susan is a born leader who served as captain on her high school sports teams. She is a competitor, thriving in an adversarial litigation profession while developing a high degree of respect from colleagues for her collegial attitude and pragmatic approach to defense handling.

Susan, a Milwaukee native, resides in the Jacobus Park neighborhood of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, with her wife Chloe, and their children, Beatrice and August, and cats, Coco and Calcetín. Back when she was fun (before becoming a lawyer), Susan enjoyed writing and performing spoken word poetry. These days, she enjoys reading, swimming, and spending time with family and friends.

Susan earned a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, double majoring in English (Honors in the major; Distinction in Senior Thesis — novella “Skipping Sixth”) and Communications, from Lake Forest College. Susan studied abroad in Rome, Italy in fall 2002. She was selected as a member of LFC’s “Senior 25” for the Class of 2004. Susan earned a Juris Doctor, cum laude, graduating in the top 10% of her class from Marquette University Law School.