March 26 & 27 de 2026
Miami, Florida
DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport & Convention Center
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About the
Symposium
Invitation
The II ICA Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health is established as a strategic space for leaders, professionals, and organizations committed to the future of work. Under the theme “Well-being & Sustainability: Keys to the Future of Work”, it will bring together experts from the ILO, the National Safety Council (NSC), ISSA – Vision Zero, and other international leaders to share trends, experiences, and success stories in occupational safety and health.
More than an academic event, this is a platform to inspire solutions, build alliances, and foster collaborations with real impact in the world of work. Strengthening workers means strengthening their families, companies, and the economy—building a safer, more sustainable, and more human future.
Be part of this unique experience and connect with those shaping the future of work.
Invitación:
The II ICA Symposium on Occupational Safety and Health:
“Well-being & Sustainability: Keys to the Future of Work”
The II ICA Symposium will be the meeting point where experience, innovation, and human commitment come together with the purpose of transforming the world of work.
Leaders from the United States, Europe, and Latin America will share their expertise with participants on topics such as regulation, artificial intelligence, and automation—directly impacting ergonomics, psychological well-being in the workplace, workplace climate, risk prevention, and technical training.
This event goes beyond presentations: it drives free technical training programs, strengthens the economy, and creates real opportunities for both companies and workers.
I invite you to be part of this unique experience and connect with leaders who are shaping the future of work—so we can face the challenges of an ever-changing and demanding workplace together.
March 26–27, 2026
Miami, Florida
Claudia Patricia Vega
Executive Director
Endorsed by
Our
Panelists
Leaders who inspire with
their experience
Lorraine Martin - USA
CEO of the National Safety Council (NSC).
Lorraine leads the most important safety organization in the U.S., with over 100 years of history dedicated to saving lives and preventing injuries. A former Lockheed Martin executive and aerospace leader, she continues to uphold safety as a core value in work and life.
Manal Azzi - Switzerland
Head of the Occupational Safety and Health Policy Team at the ILO.
Manal is an internationally recognized leader, directing the development of global occupational safety and health policies. She has been instrumental in securing the recognition of a safe and healthy working environment as a fundamental right for workers, positioning the ILO as the global benchmark in this field.
Helmut Ehnes - German
President of the ISSA Mining Section and Chair of the Vision Zero Steering Committee.
Mechanical engineer and former Director of Prevention at BG RCI Germany. Helmut led the creation of the global Vision Zero strategy, implemented in more than 80 countries and 11,000 organizations, establishing himself as a global reference in occupational safety.
Rafael Ruiz Calatrava - Spain
President of the General Council of Industrial Relations and Labor Sciences of Spain.
PhD in Industrial Engineering, he is an international authority in occupational safety and health, lecturer across Europe and the Americas, and author of prevention manuals. He has been awarded honorary doctorates and holds memberships in prestigious international academies.
Alex Cabrera - Chile
Founder and CEO of Prevsis, a leader in Safety, Health, and Sustainability management software in Latin America.
He is Deputy Secretary General of the General Council of Industrial Relations and Labor Sciences of Spain. Awarded Sweden’s Golden Mouse and the EU ICT Prize, he is recognized as an international leader in OSH innovation.
Ram Maikala - USA
Technical Consultant at the MSD Solutions Lab – National Safety Council
leads innovative initiatives to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and advance workplace ergonomics. Former senior specialist at Providence and researcher at Liberty Mutual, he is Editor-in-Chief of Ergonomics in Design and a global authority in occupational ergonomics.
Acran Salmen-Navarro - USA
Occupational Physician with a postdoctoral fellowship in Population Health (NYU).
advances the health of vulnerable workers. Affiliated with the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, one of the most prestigious in the U.S., he leads committees at ICOH and IEA and co-founded the Global Coalition for Informal Workers. He has presented at IEA global forums, showcasing international leadership
Hernando Cervantes - USA
Project Safety Manager at The Weitz Company, brings over 24 years of experience in safety and construction management across the U.S.
and Latin America. He has led safety programs in major projects such as the Florida Power & Light Corporate Campus (US$168M) and the University of Florida Honors Residential Complex (US$158.9M). Recognized for his leadership, he received the AGC Safety Professional of the Year (2024) and the Charles H. Weitz Award for Excellence
Rodrigo Gómez - USA
Head of Internal Audit at OHLA USA, overseeing landmark projects such as the Purple Line Light Rail and the I-405 Improvement Project
He highlights how health, safety, and sustainability are strategic imperatives in megaprojects. A Civil Engineer and PMP® with international experience in large-scale infrastructure.
Yohama Caraballo-Arias - Italia
Chair of the International Component of ACOEM and Board Member of IOMSC.
Researcher at the University of Bologna (Italy), Occupational Physician and FACOEM Fellow, she is the bestselling author of The 7 Secrets of Happiness at Work. As an international leader, she promotes the application of neuroscience to workplace well-being.
Sonya Bohmann - USA
Executive Director of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)
founded in 2016 by CFMA, with over 10,000 members. CIASP drives a national movement for mental health in construction. With over a decade in remodeling, she understands firsthand the mental health challenges faced by workers.
Anna Pereira
Anna Pereira, CEO and Founder of The Wellness Universe, leads a global network of more than 3,500 professionals in wellness, mental health, and personal development.
She has spearheaded international experiences and events that strengthen individuals and organizations, promoting global peace through well-being and establishing herself as a leading voice in building healthier, more resilient communities
Kerly Blacio - Ecuador
International consultant and CEO of Consulting B&S, has over 20 years of experience.
In psychosocial risk management and workplace well-being across mining, industry education, and health sectors. Author of Vocation and Psychosocial Risks (2025), she is an international speaker and expert in workplace violence prevention, well-being programs, and alcohol and drug prevention
Our
academic agenda 2026
Our agenda brings together keynote conferences, specialized panels, and discussion spaces designed to explore the major challenges and trends in occupational safety and health.
A program that inspires with national and international voices, promotes critical analysis, and facilitates an exchange of experiences with real impact.
*Note: Agenda subject to change.
Day 1
Track 1: Oshw policy
08:30 – 8:55 KEYNOTE
US and World view on OSHW Policy
Speaker
08:55- 9:20 PRESENTATION
The future of Social Security
Speaker
09:20 – 09:40 PRESENTACIÓN
Regulations in Transition: Real Challenges for Safety, Health, and Life
Speaker
Heather MacDougall
09:40 – 10:15 PANEL
10:15 – 10:25 - Break
Track 2: Future of work
10:25 – 11:00 KEYNOTE
Redefining Occupational Safety and Health: The Role of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence
Speaker
Dra. Manal Azzi, OIT
11:00–11:20 PRESENTATION
AI in OSHW – a practical view
Speaker
Alex Cabrera – IA y SST
11:00 – 11:20 PRESENTATION
Prediction, Prevention, and Privacy: Role of Artificial Intelligence in Addressing Workplace Injuries
Speaker
Dr. Ram Maikala (NSC)
11:35 – 12:15 PANEL
12:15 - 1:15 - LUNCH
Track 3: Mental health & well-being
1:15 – 1:40 KEYNOTE
Mental health an uprising concern
Speaker
1:40 – 2:00 PRESENTATION
Pending
Speaker
2:00 – 2:20 PRESENTATION
Happiness at Work: Beyond the Myth
Speaker
Prof. Yohama Caraballo
2:20 – 3:05 PANEL
Sonya Bohmann, Executive direcor Construction Industry alliance for Suicide Prevention
3:05 - 3:10 - BREAK
Track 4: Large proyects
3:10 – 3:35 KEYNOTE
Indicators for large scale projects management
Speaker
Sra. Lorraine Martin CEO National Safety Council
3:35 – 3:55 PRESENTATION
Safety Culture and Leadership in Construction
Speaker
Hernando Cervantes- Safety Manager- Weitz
3:55 – 4:20 PRESENTATION
Sustainable and Safe Megaprojects
Speaker
Rodrigo Gómez Cobo (OHLA)
4:20 – 4:45 PANEL
CEO Metro Toronto
Miami Airport
Urban Development y OSHA (Miami Dade / Broward / Palm Beach)
Day 2
Friday, March 27
8:00 - 8:05 Introduction
Track 5: Sustainability & climate change
8:05-8:25 KEYNOTE
Sustainability as a productivity tool
Speaker
8:25-8:45 PRESENTATION
Title Pending
Speaker
Rafael Ruiz Calatrava, PhD
8:45 – 9:05 PRESENTATION
Work as a Social Determinant of Health: Vulnerable workers and the future for decent work
Speaker
Dr. Acran Salmen Navarro (NYU)
9:05- 9:25 PRESENTATION
Transforming Sustainability with Social Justice
Speaker
9:25 – 10:00 PANEL
10:00 - 10:10 - BREAK
Track 6: Best practices
10:10-10:35 KEYNOTE
Improved Financial Rating Thanks to Stronger Occupational Safety and Health Management
Speaker
10:35 – 10:55 PRESENTACIÓN
Augmented Reality and training
Speaker
Sponsor VR
10:55 – 11:15 PRESENTACIÓN
Vision Zero at Mega Projects
Speaker
Helmut Ehnes – President ISSA – Visión Zero
11:15 – 11:50 PANEL
111:00 - 12:00 CLOSING CEREMONY
Thursday, March 26
Opening
08:00 - 08:30
Opening words
Track 1: Oshw policy
08:30 – 8:55 KEYNOTE
US and World view on OSHW Policy
Speaker
08:55- 9:20 PRESENTATION
The future of Social Security
Speaker
09:20 – 09:40 PRESENTATION
Regulations in Transition: Real Challenges for Safety, Health, and Life
Speaker
Heather MacDougall
09:40 – 10:15 PANEL
10:15 – 10:25 - Break
Track 2: Future of work
10:25 – 11:00 KEYNOTE
Redefining Occupational Safety and Health: The Role of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence
Speaker
Dra. Manal Azzi, OIT
11:00–11:20 PRESENTATION
AI in OSHW – a practical view
Speaker
Alex Cabrera – IA y SST
11:00 – 11:20 PRESENTATION
Prediction, Prevention, and Privacy: Role of Artificial Intelligence in Addressing Workplace Injuries
Speaker
Dr. Ram Maikala (NSC)
11:35 – 12:15 PANEL
12:15 - 1:15 - LUNCH
Track 3: Mental health & well-being
1:15 – 1:40 KEYNOTE
Mental health an uprising concern
Speaker
1:40 – 2:00 PRESENTATION
Pending
Speaker
2:00 – 2:20 PRESENTATION
Happiness at Work: Beyond the Myth
Speaker
Prof. Yohama Caraballo
2:20 – 3:05 PANEL
Sonya Bohmann, Executive direcor Construction Industry alliance for Suicide Prevention
3:05 - 3:10 - BREAK
Track 4: Large proyects
3:10 – 3:35 KEYNOTE
Indicators for large scale projects management
Speaker
Sra. Lorraine Martin CEO National Safety Council
3:35 – 3:55 PRESENTATION
Safety Culture and Leadership in Construction
Speaker
Hernando Cervantes- Safety Manager- Weitz
3:55 – 4:20 PRESENTATION
Sustainable and Safe Megaprojects
Speaker
Rodrigo Gómez Cobo (OHLA)
4:20 – 4:45 PANEL
CEO Metro Toronto
Miami Airport
Urban Development y OSHA (Miami Dade / Broward / Palm Beach)
4:45 - 5:00 - Closing Session – Day One
Friday, March 27
8:00 - 8:05 Introduction
Track 5: Sustainability & climate change
8:05-8:25 KEYNOTE
Sustainability as a productivity tool
Speaker
8:25-8:45 PRESENTATION
Title Pending
Speaker
Rafael Ruiz Calatrava, PhD
8:45 – 9:05 PRESENTATION
Work as a Social Determinant of Health: Vulnerable workers and the future for decent work
Speaker
Dr. Acran Salmen Navarro (NYU)
9:05- 9:25 PRESENTATION
Transforming Sustainability with Social Justice
Speaker
9:25 – 10:00 PANEL
10:00 - 10:10 - BREAK
Track 6: Best practices
10:10-10:35 KEYNOTE
Improved Financial Rating Thanks to Stronger Occupational Safety and Health Management
Speaker
10:35 – 10:55 PRESENTACIÓN
Augmented Reality and training
Speaker
Sponsor VR
10:55 – 11:15 PRESENTACIÓN
Vision Zero at Mega Projects
Speaker
Helmut Ehnes – President ISSA – Visión Zero
11:15 – 11:50 PANEL
111:00 - 12:00 CLOSING CEREMONY
Registration
Fees
Register today and secure your place!
A premier event where innovation, well-being, sustainability,
and governance converge to shape the world of work globally.
| Category | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Early Registration | $440 USD | 20% discount, Until December 31, 2025. |
| Student Registration | $275 USD | 50% discount. Valid student ID with photo and date required. |
| Group Registration (5+ people) | $396 USD each (Early) $495 USD each (General) | 10% discount on the applicable fee at the time of registration. All members must register together. |
| General Registration | $550 USD | Starting January 1, 2026. |
| VIP Registration | $750 USD (limited spots available) | Special VIP badge, exclusive access to the VIP Lounge, participation in the Recognition Dinner with international leaders, and reserved seating in the preferred area. Limited availability to ensure an exclusive experience. |
| All fees include: |
|---|
| - Full access to both academic days. - Official certificate of participation issued by ICA (OSHA Alliance Program member). - Morning and afternoon coffee breaks + networking lunch. - Simultaneous English–Spanish interpretation. Exclusive Early Registration Benefit: Bonus pre-symposium webinar + special room discount at the DoubleTree Hotel until 12/31/2025. |
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