LiveWire - January 2024

Industry Events

ECA President's Party / Holiday Celebration

The ECA held its 2023 President's Party and Holiday Celebration this past Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the Union League Club of Chicago. It was an evening filled with laughter, joy, and excellent company. We thank the Union League Club staff, vendors, and entertainers for creating a festive ambiance for this year's party with delicious food, drink, and dance-worthy tunes. The night was a wonderful celebration of the ECA membership and the Holiday season!

The Power of Better: Episode 8

The Power of Better Episode 8 unveils the extraordinary projects led by Powering Chicago’s Contractors and IBEW Local 134 Union Electricians.


Join Elbert Walters III, Executive Director of Powering Chicago, as he guides us through a series of groundbreaking initiatives that redefine the standards of electrical craftsmanship and innovation in renewable energy, construction technology, smart living, and audio-visual enhancements.

 

Powering Chicago members featured in Episode 8 include:


  • RJL Group
  • Pieper Construction
  • Kelso-Burnett
  • Jamerson and Bauwens
  • Continental Electric
  • Maron Electric
  • Gurtz Electric
  • JMS Electric
  • Low Voltage Solutions
  • Linear Electric


Subscribe to Powering Chicago’s YouTube channel to ensure you’re notified every time a new episode drops this year.

Upcoming Events

ECA Membership Meeting - January 24, 2024


 

Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting!

This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:

 

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Maggiano's Banquets

240 Oakbrook Ctr.

Oak Brook, IL 60523

(630) 368-0300

 

Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:00 pm

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Program Overview:


5:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Legislative Presentation - Chris Nybo

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Golf, Food, and Networking 

 

“Lobbying 101: An Overview of the Political Process and How to Effectively Advocate Within It.”


The presentation will discuss what lobbying is, what lobbyists do, and why it is important for organizations to be engaged in the policymaking process. 


REGISTER NOW

Dr. Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV Political Analyst.


ECA Membership Meeting - February 14, 2024


Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.

This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:


ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Shaw's Crab House

1900 East Higgins Road

Schaumburg, IL

(847) 517-2722


Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:00 pm


The program will feature industry updates, as well as guest speaker, Dr. Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV Political Analyst. He will be discussing the upcoming Primaries / Presidential Election / Chicago & State politics, among other areas.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

2024 WIN+FL Leadership Conference - Atlanta, GA

February 5 - 7, 2024



The Women in NECA and Future Leaders (WIN+FL) Leadership Conference is a one-of-a-kind event with three full days of education, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. With featured speakers, group discussions, and a focus on the most relevant issues in the industry, this conference promises to be an unforgettable experience.


Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow as a professional and be part of this community!


Register Now

Midwest Regional Conference

March 11 - 14, 2024

 

Mark your calendars for next year’s Regional Conference in the Bahamas! Midwest Region NECA is planning an exciting event and hope to see everyone there for great education, networking, and fun activities.

 

Passports are required, so make sure yours is up to date!

 

Please Note:

Midwest Region NECA invites Council Members and their spouses to attend the Vice President's reception on March 10, a day before the conference begins. Council members, please take this into consideration when making travel plans. 


At the end of the registration process, you can link directly to the hotel’s website to reserve your hotel room at the Atlantis Resort.  

 

Room rates are as follows:

  • The Royal Tower Run of House - $399 (Single & Double Rate)
  • The Royal Tower Run of House - $449 (Triple Rate)
  • The Royal Tower Run of House - $499 (Quad Rate)

 

The last day to book housing is February 9, 2024.


Register Now

Education

Informational Webinar on January 17, 2024, at 12 pm regarding the upcoming 70B Master Class!


Click Here to Register and then use the webinar link.


Click below for the Webinar Link information:


2 Day Master Class - ECA of Chicago Discovery Webinar

Jan 17, 2024, 12:00 – 12:30 PM (America/Chicago)


Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.

https://meet.goto.com/SeanSamsonTraining/2daymasterclass-discoverywebinar


You can also dial in using your phone.

Access Code: 567-361-141

United States: +1 (224) 501-3412


Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:

https://meet.goto.com/install



CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE MASTER CLASS!

Registration Information to follow, soon.

“Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction"

Monday to Wednesday, February 12 - 14, 2024



Please join us for this ECA Research and Education Committee program!


“Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction"


Monday to Wednesday, February 12 - 14, 2024

 

Glenn DeSoto, NECA Education Instructor


IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)

6201 W. 115th Street

Alsip, IL 60803

(708) 389-1340

8:00 am - 4:00 pm (All three days)

Breakfast is available at 7:45 am; Lunches are to be provided, as well.

 

The fee for this program is $200.00 per ECA member.


Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction


Small mistakes in an estimate can have a huge impact on your bid’s bottom line and this course provides the tools needed to be both comprehensive and competitive. This course will discuss the process for assembling an estimate, including: developing material lists, applying labor unit data, material takeoff, and application of direct job costs, overhead, and profit.



PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Safety Update

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.

Industry Statistics

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

ECA Calendar

January


January 17, 2024 at 12 pm

Informational Webinar for the

70B Master Class

Click Here for Link to Session


January 24, 2024

ECA Regular Membership Meeting

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL

February


February 12 - 14, 2024

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction

INTECH

Alsip, IL


February 14, 2024

ECA Regular Membership Meeting

Shaw's Crab House

Schaumburg, IL

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