National Comp 2025 Agenda Highlights

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Noah Galloway
Keynote speaker sponsored by: 
KEYNOTE - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom
Noah Galloway
Former US Army Sergeant and Motivational Speaker
We are proud to welcome former U.S. Army Sergeant Noah Galloway to the National Comp keynote stage on Veteran’s Day 2025. Noah brings to Nashville the hard-won lessons of navigating the challenging path from catastrophic injury to meaningful recovery. Join us as he shares his personal journey—from enlisting in the military to facing life-altering injuries and the difficult process of rebuilding his identity, revealing that the most significant hurdle isn't the physical injury itself … it’s the moment we realize we can no longer do things the way we used to.

Noah offers an intimate view of the human side of recovery, extending far beyond medical procedures and rehabilitation protocols. The emotional and psychological terrain that injured workers must navigate alongside their physical healing is no less grueling. Drawing from his own experience recovering from complex work injuries, Noah explores critical elements that helped him engage with and shape his recovery: mindset shifts, nutritional awareness, adapted physical activity, and restorative rest.

Learn more about how the workers’ comp community can support workers in fully engaging with and advancing their own recovery journeys. Noah will challenge us all to embrace change rather than fear it, recognizing that adversity often unlocks untapped strengths and new opportunities. Be prepared for a memorable presentation, and a powerful reminder that setbacks are not the end of the road, but a chance to redefine success and discover new potential.

Read our exclusive interview with Noah here!

CLOSING KEYNOTE

Stories Behind the Hits – An Exclusive Nashville Singer-Songwriter Experience
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom
Sponsored by:
We’re closing out National Comp 2025 in true Nashville style — with a one-of-a-kind keynote from three of country music’s most celebrated hitmakers. Grammy-winning Brett James, Grammy-nominated Lee Thomas Miller, and chart-topping songwriter Kelly Archer will take the stage for an intimate “songwriter round” that blends live music with the inspiring — and often surprising — stories behind their hits.

Together, these award-winning artists have penned nearly 40 #1 songs for stars like Carrie Underwood, Bon Jovi, Garth Brooks, Darius Rucker, Taylor Swift, and more. Don’t miss this unforgettable finale that will leave you laughing, moved, and hearing your favorite songs in a whole new light. Meet the performers here >>

FEATURED

60 Tips in 60 Minutes: Expert Insights for Workers' Compensation Professionals
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Karl F. Dean Grand Ballroom
Join us for the signature rapid-fire session that has become a cornerstone of the National Comp conference experience. This dynamic presentation brings together six seasoned experts from across the workers' compensation spectrum to deliver their most valuable insights in an engaging, fast-paced format.

Whether you're a claims professional, attorney, medical provider, or employer representative, you'll walk away with practical, immediately actionable advice that can transform your approach to workers' compensation challenges. Our distinguished panel will share battle-tested strategies, insider perspectives, and proven solutions to both common obstacles and emerging issues in the field.
Goo Goo Cluster Chocolate Lounge
Tue., November 11 & Wed., November 12, 2025
Open During Expo Floor Hours
Booth #1940
Sponsored by:
A sweet surprise awaits at National Comp 2025—straight from the heart of Music City.

New this year, the Goo Goo Cluster Custom Chocolate Lounge offers attendees a hands-on experience like no other. Create your very own nut-free custom Goo Goo Cluster using nostalgic mix-ins like Cocoa Pebbles, pretzels, marshmallows, and more. Once it’s assembled, your creation chills, sets, and is boxed up—ready to enjoy or take home.

More than just a treat, it’s a taste of Nashville’s rich culinary history. Proudly made in Music City for over a century, Goo Goo Cluster brings local flavor and tradition right to the expo floor.
Happy Hour
Tue., November 11, 2025
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Expo Hall
Wrap up your afternoon with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and the buzz of meaningful connections in our Happy Hour Reception—perfect for conversations sparked in the National Comp & Industry Theaters. Be part of the excitement with a silent auction benefiting partner nonprofit Kind Souls and enter to win an unforgettable Nashville getaway: a 3-day, 2-night trip for two.
Yoga
Tues & Wed, 6:30 – 7:15 AM
Cost: $10 per session (benefits Kids’ Chance of America)
Level 3 Concourse – Across from the Exhibit Hall Main Entrance
*New for 2025!* Start your mornings with a gentle reset for both body and mind. These welcoming sessions are designed especially for beginners, focusing on mindful breathing, easy stretches, and simple postures to help you build strength, ease stress, and feel centered for the day ahead. No experience needed—just bring yourself, comfortable clothing, and an open mind. 

Want to participate? It's easy—just add yoga during checkout when you register for National Comp. Already registered for Comp? Click here to login and add yoga to your existing account.