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ECA Industry Update

This week, October 14 to 18, 2024, Construction Inclusion Week focuses on the built environment to create a more welcoming and inclusive construction industry. Now in its fourth year, this initiative reflects the industry's commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the built environment.


As a forward-thinking 501(c)(6) organization, Construction Inclusion Week seeks to unify an expansive network of industry professionals — including general contractors, specialty contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, owners, and technology firms — around the vital mission of promoting DEI. Our ambition stretches far beyond a week-long observance; we're committed to fostering a year-round culture of inclusivity that resonates through every project and practice.


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2024 Executive Management Institute

NECA 2025 Innovator of the Year:


The NECA Innovator of the Year is awarded to an industry pioneer from a NECA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the entire NECA community. Winners are recognized at the annual MEP Innovation Conference hosted by NECA, MCAA, and SMACNA. The deadline for consideration is November 15, 2024.


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November 12 - 14, 2024


NECA’s Safety Professionals Institute (NSPI) is an intensive, three-day learning experience designed for current and up-and-coming safety professionals in the electrical contracting industry. Developed and taught by industry experts, this program provides participants with the “must know” topics to keep our workers safe.


The Registration Fee of $3200 includes three days of instruction, all course materials, those meals and receptions/dinners indicated in the Schedule of Events, and support from subject matter experts during your Capstone project. 


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EVENTS

January 27-30, 2025


The MEP Innovation Conference is ready to share with you the most relevant information on new tools, software, technology, and processes to improve your productivity and profitability. Mark your calendars for January 27-30, 2025, and meet us in vibrant Los Angeles, CA, for an unmissable conference experience! This event will foster collaboration, facilitate the sharing of best practices, and drive collective progress towards the future of the industry.


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EDUCATION

NII 2024 Recruiting

The NECA Innovation Institute is actively building its 2024 – 2025 cohorts. Please refer to the attached information, program highlights, and interest form. We’re launching two cohorts in 2024 and would love to include your rising leaders in the mix.  

 

The program's annual cost is $6,000

 

Please reach out to innovation@necanet.org with any questions. 

 

NII Nomination Form and Brochure

NECA This Week

Now Available: 2023 Financial Benchmarker Report

 

The highly anticipated 2023 Financial Benchmarker Report is now available! This is a detailed publication providing a comprehensible analysis of key financial data within the electrical construction industry. The Report allows contractors and financial professionals to evaluate their company’s performance and report on how it compares with the industry in regard to key ratios and interpretive commentary on liquidity, profitability, leverage, and efficiency. 


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Please contact education@necanet.org with any questions!

Document Crunch


Contractors who sign up for the service will have exclusive access to an ELECTRI-specific solution through Document Crunch’s innovative platform.


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If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Nancy Sheehy at nsheehy@documentcrunch.com.


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NECA Alert: (10/11/24)


NECA This Week (10/14/24)

NECA Government Affairs

 

August Update --


Support H.R. 7024 -- The Tax Relief for America's Families and Workers Act

 

Please click the link for a recent update from NECA Government Affairs. 

 

If you have any questions regarding the update, please reach out to NECA Government Affairs to: Hadlea Bender, Specialist at: (713) 870-8619 

Federal Announcements

 

Compiled by NECA Government Affairs:

Please click the link for the latest funding announcements and regulations the Federal Government has posted.


 Inside Washington - 7/29/24

ELECTRI Updates



  ELECTRI August Recap



Electri 2024 Summer Council Meeting Recap

 


As we discussed at our recent ELECTRI Council meeting in San Diego, we are seeking your support to advance important research projects. Your participation, or the involvement of someone from your company, would be greatly appreciated. Below are two of the projects.

 

REQUEST 1: We need help to better understand the impact of incentive pay on electrical contractors. Participants will include construction professionals from electrical contracting companies and related industry partners. Your insights will contribute to developing strategies that can enhance the effectiveness of incentive pay in the industry. To fill out the survey, please Click Here.


REQUEST 2: ELECTRI is conducting a brief survey  to gather initial insights on the implementation and impact of 4×10 work schedules in the electrical contracting industry. Your input will provide valuable perspectives to help guide our understanding of 4×10 work schedules. If you are a contractor/employer please take this survey . To get the field’s perspective, please send this survey to your field workforce.



We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the upcoming ELECTRI Council Winter Meeting, taking place January 15-17, 2025, at the La Quinta Resort and Spa. You can register for the event here.

 

During the meeting, the Council will review new research proposals and receive updates on ongoing projects. This year, we are excited to introduce a Design Thinking Workshop, which will span several sessions throughout each day. To maximize the value of the workshop, we kindly ask that you plan to stay through the entire meeting, leaving after 12PM on Friday. Please adjust your travel plans accordingly.

 

You can pay the new $250 registration fee per adult attending by visiting the registration page and going to the fourth tab – Registration and Event-Sign-up - where you can also sign up for optional activities like golf, jeep tours, and ordering your ELECTRI attire.


For any questions, feel free to contact Laura Holmes at Laura.Holmes@electri.org.

 


New Think Like A Leader interview available now: Mike Dumas of Crawford Electric knows that the company’s culture is key to the way its people interact and serve their customers. Mike regards the EC industry as offering a fantastic career for men and women as long as they concentrate on being the very best at their jobs today and every day. That focus is central to Crawford’s customer service and its ongoing success. You can watch the interview here.

 

ELECTRI appreciates your assistance with this research. If you have any questions about the research, please contact Amanda Harbison, ELECTRI’s Director of Research, at Amanda@electri.org.


 

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Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention


It is an unfortunate fact that construction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry in America. We lose about 53 out of every 100,000 members of our industry EVERY YEAR to suicide. We are four times the average of other industries. We have a crisis in construction and we need to do something about it. You can visit the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention website and learn more. We urge all to take the pledge to STAND UP for suicide prevention and address it as a health and safety priority.


CLICK HERE FOR A "Stand Up for Suicide Prevention" Information Sheet.

SAVE THE DATES

November



November 12, 2024

NECA Safety Professionals Institute

Washington, D.C.



November 12, 2024

NECA Premier Partners Program

Hyatt Lodge Hotel

Oak Brook, IL

November



November 13, 2024

ECA Regular Membership Meeting

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL


November 13, 2024

LGBTQ+ Inclusion/ Allyship in the Workplace

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL

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