ECA News & Events Update

Only 3 Spots Available!

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. 


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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. 


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EVENTS

Young Electrical Professionals Event


4:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Pollyanna Brewery, 245 E Main St, Roselle, IL 60172.

Advance Registration Requested


 

The Young Electrical Professionals is a dynamic group of leaders and future leaders in the Chicago area electrical industry.

 

Enjoy a fun afternoon with others in the electrical industry of Chicago! There is no fee to attend. There is a registration fee of $20.00 to participate in the bags tournament. Come win some prizes! Drinks and food truck purchases are individual pay.

 

Sponsorships Available! Make sure your company is showing its support of our young industry leaders.   Event sponsorships available for $250 per company. Sponsors will be recognized in promotions, social media, and signage at the event. There are no dues to belong to YEP and your support is greatly appreciated.


If you have any questions, please contact Ali Novinger at anovinger@eachicago.org.


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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.

EDUCATION

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

Industry Partners

IMSCA Update - July 9, 2024

  

Please click the link below for a link to an Illinois General Assembly recap / IMSCA update:


IMSCA SUMMER UPDATE


2024 Pac Raffle

Document Crunch


Laying the Foundations For Better Contracts

Webinar


Contractors who sign up for the service will have exclusive access to an ELECTRI-specific solution through Document Crunch’s innovative platform.


Watch Demo Video



If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Nancy Sheehy at nsheehy@documentcrunch.com.


Sign Up for Access

The Power of Better - Episode 10


The Residence Inn by Marriott is the latest gem on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. This former Conrad property, vacant for three years, has been meticulously renovated and reimagined.


Watch Now

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

Labor Relations Bulletin


Navigating Incentive Pay


Independent Contractor Rule Change


CLRC Settlement Reports

CSC Safety Update


The Construction Safety Council offers it Quarterly update called, "Real Hot is Really Dangerous," by

Robert Lahey, Chicagoland Construction Safety Council.


CLICK HERE for the New Report.


"Essentials in Excavation Safety"


This FREE half-day training program informs workers about hazards associated with trenching and excavation operations. Instruction is available in English or Spanish and delivered privately on demand or via open enrollment at CSC website: www.buildsafe.org. CLICK HERE for flyer. Contact the CSC at: (708) 449-8604 for details.

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!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


ERS helps employees and their household members achieve their personal and professional goals by providing coaching that meets needs in many domains of life.


Updated ERS

Promotional Toolkit: https://allonehealth.com/toolkit-ers/ for easier access to flyers, Insights Newsletters and much more.


How to Register for a Drug Screening


2024 Core Service Flyer

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.

SAVE THE DATES

August



August 1-2, 2024

2024 Leadership Conference

Virgin Hotel

Chicago, IL

August



August 16, 2024

2024 Summer Social

Theatre on the Lake

Chicago, IL

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