52nd Annual Spring Conference

The ECA held its 52nd Annual Spring Conference from Wednesday, June 12, 2024, to Thursday, June 13, 2024, at The American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin. It was a well-attended conference with 86 registrants!

The Conference kicked off with a golf outing on the scenic Blackwolf Run River Course. After the round, golfers had the opportunity to network at the post-golf reception. Wednesday evening’s reception/dinner meeting at The American Club provided the latest information on the Association and industry events.  

READ MORE

2024 FWC Women Rock: Annual Awards Reception

On June 5, 2024, the Federation of Women Contractors (FWC) celebrated 35 years of Women Rocking the Industry at the Offshore Rooftop at Navy Pier. It was a wonderful evening of networking and entertainment, with a spectacular fireworks show to end the night. 

2024 Awardees:

• Emilia DiMenco - Women's Business Development Center Visionary Leaders of the Year Award 
• Bear Construction - Workforce Advocate of the Year Award 
• Chicago Women in Trades - Workforce Advocates of the Year Award 
• Kendra Dinkins - 2024 President's Award 
• Illinois Department of Transportation - Infrastructure Impact Award | Rebuild Illinois

A special congratulations to ECA's Vice President, Kendra Dinkins, President of Taylor Electric, for receiving the 2024 President's Award!

The Federation of Women Contractors (FWC) is the most recognized leader among women-owned businesses in the construction and design industries.  In existence since 1989, it is committed to the advancement of entrepreneurial women whose members include contractors, professional services firms and suppliers. FWC is made up of dedicated working women in the Chicagoland area who are excited about the construction industry. 

READ MORE

Program Highlights:

• Wrigleyville Rooftop: Cubs vs. Cardinals
• 4 Amazing Educational Sessions
• Networking Receptions @ Virgin Hotel Chicago

The cost is $300.00 per person. It is open to all ECA Member Firms and their Employees.

The fee covers lodging, conference programs and events, and food and beverage. 

REGISTER NOW

Program highlights include:

• Summer Wine Tasting
• Food, Beverages, & Networking
• Taste of Chicago: Rainbow Cone & Garrett's Popcorn
• Yard Games
• Tremendous Views of the City Skyline

All ECA Members, their spouses, and guests are welcome to attend this end-of-summer event!

*Complimentary valet will be available.

**Recommended dress attire is business casual / summer attire. 

REGISTER NOW

25th Special Olympics Construction Team Picnic

September 14, 2024 (10 am - 1 pm)

IBEW - NECA Technical Institute

6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803

We are looking for Volunteers and Donations. The Special Olympic Athletes need financial support again this year. In 2023, we raised over $20,500.00 to assist in their participation in the games, and we hope to exceed that amount this year!

How to Help:

1. Monetary Donations - assist the athletes to be able to participate in the games throughout the year
2. Donations for the goody bags we distribute to all of the athletes that attend - include items such as T-shirts, Sunglasses, Water Bottles, Mugs, Hats, Paper, Pens, Pencils, etc. If your Company provides any type of donation, your Company logo will be printed on the back of the t-shirts that are distributed to everyone.
3. Your Time - We need volunteers from 10 am - 1 pm. Anyone who is able to arrive earlier than 10 am and/or stay later than 1 pm is welcome to help with set and take down. Volunteers are needed for set up, assisting with playing the game s and lunch and clean up.

Any Monetary donations (Corporate or Personal) should be sent directly to:

NOTE: This is a new Address

Patty Welsh

Special Olympics Illinois - Region E

18440 Thompson Ct., Suite 205

Tinley Park, IL 60477

Please contact Maureen Mikulski at 224-754-9179 or via email at maureen@mcwelec.com if you are making a company donation so we can make sure your logo is included on the t-shirts. The deadline for t-shirt logos is September 1st.

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

We're embarking on an exciting journey to shape our future with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at its core. We've partnered with Leadership Surge to bring a specially designed DEI program to the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago, and you’re invited to be a part of this transformative experience.

Please use the scheduling form below to secure a date and register your companies for the live 2-hr DEI Training session:

Scheduling Form

The goal is to have each company choose their preferred training and capture their contact information and preferred training location.

Here’s what's in store for us:

• Tailored Training Sessions: From senior leadership to our valued front-line employees, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to dive into interactive sessions that will empower us to lead and participate in a more inclusive workplace.

• Engaging Learning Formats: Whether it's live workshops or on-the-go learning through a mobile app, this program offers flexible ways to engage with DEI principles. Plus, Toolbox Talks will bring DEI conversations right into our daily routines.

• A United Effort: This isn't just training; it's a movement towards building a workplace where every voice is heard and every contribution valued. We're not just aiming for compliance; we're striving for commitment and change.

Program Intro

CSC Update



For a listing of coursework available through the Construction Safety Council (CSC) for the month of August 2023, please visit www.buildsafe.org.

Stay on top of monthly data for our industry: number of contractors active, quantity of people employed, and total hours worked.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO VIEW STATISTICS