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If you or someone from your company is interested in securing a spot, please email Sam Lacher at slacher@ecachicago.com. Please note the amount number of people and time preference (early morning, mid-morning, or early afternoon cohort). | |
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.
We hope to see you there!
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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). | |
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Program Overview:
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Bowling, Bocce, and Networking.
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Electric Association Conference and Tradeshow
Drury Lane Conference Center
Oakbrook, IL.
Conference Education Program Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tradeshow Hours:
Thursday, May 16, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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ECA 52nd Annual Spring
Conference June 12 - 13, 2024
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) 52nd Annual Spring Conference will be held on June 12 - 13, 2024 at The American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin. The American Club is one of the premier resort hotels in the country. It is the only AAA Five Diamond Resort in the Midwest. We’re sure that this is reason enough to attend this Conference. Registration closes May 3, 2024!
Wednesday's golf outing will be at the Blackwolf Run River Course and that evening's reception/dinner meeting will provide you with the latest information regarding industry events.
The Thursday morning Business Session will feature a presentation from Mike Breslin called, “People First The Next Evolution of Construction in the Workplace.” This conference is a great opportunity to catch up with what’s going on in this constantly changing industry.
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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
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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 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
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NFPA Link
Due to the interest garnered at the 2-Day Master Class— "Advance the Service & Maintenance Your Electrical Contracting Business" (NFPA 70B + 70E), please observe the link below to review available NFPA Link options and pricing.
NFPA Link Information
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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
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Important Improvements to NEBF
Significant improvements have been made by the National Employee Benefit Board (NEBB) and National Electrical Benefit Fund (NEBF) trustees to the NEBF that will alleviate the financial concerns of the NECA contractor while providing an increased benefit to the IBEW electrical worker.
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IMSCA Update - April 5, 2024
April 5, 2024 was the deadline for House bills to be voted out of committee. Those bills now have until April 19, 2024, to be voted out of the House and over to the Senate. The Senate has established April 12, 2024, as the deadline for bills introduced in that chamber to be voted on and sent to the House.
Please click the link below for a list of bills that IMSCA is currently tracking along with their positions:
Bills
Spring Newsletter
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NECA Safety
Throughout this monthly series, the NECA Risk Management Executive Directors of Safety will discuss specific topics within electrical construction safety
Safety Stand-Down
NECA SAFETY ROUNDUP!
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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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