2024 NECA Legislative Conference

The 2024 NECA Legislative Conference was held May 6 – 8, 2024, in Washington, D.C., at the Salamander Hotel. Illinois was well-represented, as this contingent was one of the largest at the Conference.

The Conference sessions included discussions on topics such as the economic Forecast, the upcoming elections, a special NECA Issue Briefing, and panel discussions concerning Tax Reform, Permitting Reform, and workforce development. 

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Membership Meeting

May 15, 2024

ECA Membership Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Truluck's

9860 Berwyn Avenue

(847) 233-9404

Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:30 pm

Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.

The luncheon program will feature industry updates and guest presentations. As May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the session will focus on Mental Health issues (Construction-focus). The special presenters include: 

• Kathy Horton, ERS Account Manager, who will discuss the benefits of the Employee Resource Systems

• Bill Heffernan, ScreenSafe, Inc.

• Construction Industry Alliance Suicide Prevention update by Kevin O'Shea, Shamrock Electric Company, Inc.

 We hope to see you there!

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Kathy Horton, ERS

Kathy’s role at Employee Resource Systems, Inc. over the last 20 years has been that of an EAP Counselor, Director of Provider Relations and Account Manager. In her role as Account Manager, Kathy has worked with assigned client companies over the years to help develop strategies that foster employee/member performance and development through organizational consultation and training. Kathy is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Certified Alcohol & Other Drug Counselor (CADC) and Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP).

Program Overview:

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Bowling, Bocce, and Networking.



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EVENTS

EDUCATION

Solar and Energy Storage Design and Estimation Course

The Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund (IBEW REF) has received funding for renewable energy training throughout Illinois and is pleased to present a complimentary two-day training program regarding work in the solar industry in Illinois.

DATES:            

Thursday, May 23rd, 2024: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (Breakfast and lunch provided) and then 3:30 pm - ? Networking Event

Friday, May 24th, 2024: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm (Breakfast provided)

LOCATION:     

IBEW Local 134, 2722 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Drive

Chicago, IL.

1 program registration per shop.

Registration Deadline: EOB May 16, 2024.

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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

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 2024. Please click on the link for the current listing. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the applicable Conference.

2024 Stipend Listings

2024 Project Excellence Awards Now Accepting Submissions:

The NECA Project Excellence Awards were established to honor member companies for their exceptional dedication, professionalism, and creativity in executing electrical projects across 13 diverse market sectors. 



Deadline to submit is July 14, 2024. Applications submitted must be based on projects completed in 2023. View more information and rules here.

Submit Your Project

2023 Winners

The Power of Better Episode 9:

In this episode, we journey inside the T5 Data Center in Elk Grove Village. T5 Data Centers designs the data systems that power companies across the country.

Hosted by Powering Chicago’s Executive Director, Elbert Walters III.



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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.