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2023 Leadership Conference
Registration Deadline was August 14th
Please contact the ECA for Availability
The Young Professionals committee is thrilled to announce that registration is now live for our 2023 Leadership Conference!
Mark your calendars for September 14-15, 2023, as we have a jam-packed 2-day conference filled with great speakers, food & drink, and networking opportunities!
Program Highlights:
- Tour of Milwaukee Tool
- Off-Campus Activity at MobCraft Beer
- Education and Break-Out Sessions
The cost for the event is $250.00 per person. This event is open to all ECA Member Firms and their Employees.
The fee covers lodging, conference programs and events, and food and beverage.
Register Now
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ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 20, 2023
The membership will be reconvening our regular membership meetings this September 20, 2023, for a luncheon meeting.
The luncheon program will feature industry updates and a guest presentation from Kyle Krueger, Director, NECA Codes and Standards. Providing a high-level overview, exploring the inspiration, history, and development process of NECA’s library of standards, the NEIS®; highlighting the latest additions to the NEIS® library, NECA 5-2023.
This presentation will also focus on the benefits of implementing performance workmanship standards into engineering, design, and installation processes.
ECA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
The Chicago Firehouse
Kimball & Palmer Room / Veranda
1401 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 786-1401
Complimentary Valet Parking is Available.
Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm
Lunch: 12:30 pm
Business Session: 1:15 pm
Event Concludes: 2:00 pm
Register Now
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Kyle Krueger has worked in the Electrical Industry since 1997 as a Journeyman Wireman, Electrical Inspector, and Educator. Krueger currently serves as Director of Codes and Standards for the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). Kyle holds a Master Electrician Licenses, Commercial Electrical Inspector License, and Design Engineer of Electrical Systems, he is also certified thru NFPA as a Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP).
Kyle currently represents NECA on the National Electrical Code’s® Correlating Committee and Code Making Panel-3, as well as the Correlating Committee for The National Fire Alarm Code® (NFPA 72). Krueger serves on NFPA’s Electrical Section Executive Board and as the Assistant Secretary of NECA’s Codes and Standards Committee.
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Call for Support for the Helping Hand Fund
11th Annual Benefit on September 23, 2023
The IBEW Local #134 Helping Hand Fund was created in 2011 as a 501(c)3 charitable organization to help members and their families facing a crisis in their life such as health or family emergencies, disabilities, personal tragedies, and even death.
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"Diversifying Your Electrical Contracting Business"
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 --
Hyatt Lodge Conference Center
2715 Jorie Blvd.
Oak Brook, IL
8:00 am - 10:00 am
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee seminar called, "Diversifying Your Electrical Contracting Business" is being conducted by Josh Bone, ELECTRI Director. The program will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 from 8:00 am - 10:00 am. at the Hyatt Lodge Conference Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 568-1234. Breakfast is to be made available at 7:45 am.
THE FEE FOR THIS PROGRAM IS $100.00 PER ECA MEMBER.
Program Description:
In a rapidly industry, electrical contracting businesses must adapt and diversify to stay competitive and thrive. Join us for an insightful discussion that shares strategies and practical tips for diversifying your electrical contracting business. The presentation will explore the importance of diversification in mitigating risks and maximizing growth opportunities. Josh will delve into various avenues for diversification, including expanding service offerings, entering new markets, and adopting emerging technologies. He will share examples of successful diversification initiatives and discuss how they have positively impacted NECA contractors across the country.
If you're interested in attending the "Diversifying Your Electrical Contracting Business" seminar, please click on the link below to register or go on-line at the ECA website at: www.ecachicago.com (Event Calendar portion).
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Please contact the ECA with any questions at (708) 531-0022. We look forward to your participation with the program! Thank you for your continued support of Association activities.
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Josh Bone,
ELECTRI Director
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For more than two decades Josh Bone has been implementing, training, and presenting construction technology solutions to AEC&O (Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Owners) professionals. Having worked with some of the top technology leaders in the industry, Josh specializes in identifying best practices and methodologies for integrating construction technology into everyday workflows. Today, Josh works with ELECTRI International the non-profit foundation for the electrical construction industry as the Executive Director where he is helping to ensure electrical contractors and industry partners across North American and around the world have access to the best research, educational programming, student engagement, and international outreach. Josh has had the opportunity to share his knowledge with audiences and publications across North America as a frequent professional speaker and guest editorial contributor.
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Electric Association Membership Awardees Announced
Please join us to celebrate the Electric Association Award Recipients...
Congratulations to Two ECA members that have been selected!**
Gold Medal Award Winner
Richard Jamerson, Jamerson & Bauwens Electrical Contractors, Inc**
Hall of Fame Inductions
Kris Fedoruk, Current Lighting
Jerry McGlynn, McWilliams Electric Company, Inc.**
Joe Romano, Syska Hennessy
Brian Rooney, Callas Kingsley Electrical Sales
Electric Association Awards Dinner
Thursday, October 19, 2023
The Carlisle Banquets
435 E. Butterfield Road, Lombard, IL 60148
Cocktails: 5:30pm, Dinner 6:30pm
Awards Ceremony to follow
Dress is Business Attire.
The Electric Association Awards program recognizes leadership and excellence in the Chicagoland Electrical Industry.
If you have not already done so,
CLICK HERE TO RSVP by October 11, 2023
If you need to register for this event or cancel for any reason, please do so by October 11. Space is not guaranteed and no refunds will be given after October 11.
Complete tables purchased by a company will have their Company's name displayed on the table. Tables 10, 11, and 12 Seats can be accommodated. Seats of less than 10 will be open seating.
The Electric Association Membership Awards Dinner will be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Carlisle Distinct Banquets in Lombard, IL.
If you have any questions, please contact Ali Novinger at anovinger@eachicago.org.
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CTF Golf Outing
Communication Technologies Forum
Division of the Electric Association
ALL INDUSTRY GOLF OUTING
Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Lemont
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Register your foursome today!
Full Registration Includes: Greens Fees, Cart, Use of Driving Range, Dinner on the Patio, Golf Contests, Prizes, and Great Industry Camaraderie!
11:00 am Registration Opens
1:00 pm Shotgun Start, Scramble Format
Dinner immediately following golf.
Registration $185 per person.
Please complete the registration form and then follow the link to submit payment.
Sponsorships Available
CORPORATE HOLE SPONSORSHIPS ($325)
This sponsorship includes signage at registration, on a hole at the course, and the dinner party. Special recognition at dinner & in ElectriCITY magazine, and on our social media platforms.
BEVERAGE, LUNCH, OR DINNER SPONSORSHIPS ($750)
This sponsorship includes signage at registration and dinner. Your company logo will be printed on each golfer’s beverage, lunch, or dinner ticket. Special recognition at dinner & in ElectriCITY magazine, and on our social media platforms.
Please contact Ali Novinger at anovinger@eachicago.org to confirm your sponsorship as soon as possible to guarantee inclusion on event signage.
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The Power of Better Episode 6 is now Live!
In the latest episode of The Power of Better, District 230 partners with Powering Chicago signatory electrical contractor Low Voltage Solutions located in Lockport, Illinois. Viewers will gain insights from professionals who played a pivotal role in upgrading AV systems across District 230, offering an exclusive inside look into the high school's updated equipment.
Experts featured in the episode include:
- Eric Stover, Audio Visual Division Manager at Low Voltage Solutions
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Steve Thomas, President and Owner of Volt AV
- Marce Gonzalez, I.T. Service Operations Manager at Consolidated High School District 230
Subscribe to Powering Chicago's YouTube channel to keep up with the upcoming episodes of "The Power of Better!"
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ECA 2023 Membership Meetings - Educational & Special Events Programming
Please click on the link for a listing of upcoming programs sponsored by the Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research & Education Committee, as well as National NECA events, Chapter programs. Registration links provided in pdf.
2023 Programming
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Various Event Stipends
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee recently approved a number of educational stipends for various events throughout 2023. Please click on the link for the current listing. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the applicable Conference.
2023 Stipend Listings
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IMSCA Raffle
THANKS to the generosity of our IMSCA members for prize donations, NINE RAFFLE WINNERS will be drawn this year! Tickets are $50 each. Each ticket purchased buys you a chance to win the prize of your choice. Your choices include:
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FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Bears vs. Carolina Panthers at Soldier Field (November 9, 7:15 p.m.). This prize also includes parking passes (Value: $1,100.00). Donated by Tom Morton, LLD Electric Company.
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FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center in 200 Club Level seats (Date TBA). Donated by Jim McGlynn, McWilliams Electric Company.
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$1,500 Travel Package that includes a $500 Southwest Airlines, $500 Delta Airlines and $500 Hotels.com gift cards. Donated by Bloomington-Normal PHCC/IL PHCC.
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$500 Amazon gift card. Donated by Electrical Contractors Association of Chicago.
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$500 Best Buy gift card. Donated by PCA of Greater Chicago.
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$500 Cabela’s gift card. Donated by Underground Contractors Association of Illinois.
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$500 GoPlay Golf gift card good at 5,000+ golf courses nationwide or for use on golf merchandise, golf lessons or golf vacations. Donated by Bloomington-Normal PHCC/IL PHCC.
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$500 Home Depot gift card. Donated by SMACNA Greater Chicago.
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$500 Morton’s Steakhouse gift card. Donated by Bloomington-Normal PHCC/IL PHCC.
This is a great fundraiser package containing something for everyone. The winning tickets will be drawn at IMSCA’s Board and Membership meeting on September 15, 2023. The winners do not need to be present to win. Please click the link below for the Raffle Form!
Click Here for IMSCA Raffle Form
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Webinars & Member News |
EAP solutions are available via on demand telephonic support and through video counseling, mobile app, work/life web portal and chat functionality.
ECA Members may log-in to the interactive work/life web portal for information on a variety of topics. Webinars are available at any time of day and our mobile app allows employees to access services such as counseling and work life resources right from the palm of their hand.
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