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Registration
To register, please click on the link above. You need to use the COMP CODE: ECA MEMBER when registering (ECA MEMBER is all uppercase).
You can also visit the ECA website at: www.ecachicago.com (Event Calendar area) and register on-line for this complimentary program. Please contact the ECA at: (708) 531-0022 with any questions. We look forward to seeing you, there!
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Pictured above is John Dimos,
CIH - Instructor
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ECA / NECA Safety Forum
“Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction”
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Safety Committee along with the Northeastern Illinois Chapter, NECA is proud to sponsor a special program, "Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction," as follows:
DATE:
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
TIME:
7:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION:
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH)
6201 W. 115th Street
Alsip, Illinois
(708) 389-1340
Capacity: 40 persons
INSTRUCTOR: John Dimos, Construction Safety Council
Infectious Disease Hazards in Construction is a FREE half-day course designed to raise employee awareness of infectious disease hazards lurking on construction jobsites; oftentimes posing an invisible threat to electricians. This program addresses hidden dangers to a worker’s health and livelihood. There will be discussion of OSHA requirements, as well as best practices and control plans to identify hazards and limit exposure to this serious risk.
Upon successful completion of the course, attendees will be able to:
· Identify common viral/bacterial/fungal diseases and their methods of transmission
· Evaluate a work environment’s potential for harboring an infectious disease
· Employ protective equipment and practices to prevent infection
· Understand OSHA requirements for medical surveillance
This program is complimentary to ECA members, only.
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NECA Open Forum --
"Value-Added Services" (7/8/22)
| Please click on the link for the current edition of "NECA Open Forum" (7/8/22) - "Value-Added Services." | | |
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City of Chicago --
Sexual Harassment Policy / Preventive Training Adjustment(s) (7/1/22)
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Please be aware that the City of Chicago has recently updated (July 1, 2022 its Sexual Harassment Policy / Training Requirements for those firms who do work with the City.
Section 8. 2-160-040 was expanded in regard to definition of sexual harassment and additional time needed for actual training.
Please click on the Ordinance outlining the program requirements.
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NECA Convention & Trade Show - October 15 - 18, 2022
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
CHAPTER ROOMING BLOCK IS FILLED!
Please contact the ECA office in regard to availability options!
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The NECA Convention & Trade Show is coming! Please visit www.necaconvention.org for registration. Please be aware that the Austin City Limits (ACL), Texas home football and Formula One will be occurring near the Convention time-frame.
Again, Registration is open for the Convention; but, the Chapter Block is Filled! If you're registering and the Four Seasons is listed as not available, another hotel would be utilized. Please contact the ECA office in regard to availability options for the Four Seasons and/or the other hotels in the overall NECA block.
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Please click on the link for the current edition of "NECA THIS WEEK." | |
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9th ANNUAL CITY OF CHICAGO PROCUREMENT VENDOR FAIR!
Registration is OPEN!
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2022 VENDOR FAIR
Hosted by the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS) and
the Government Procurement Compliance Forum (GPC)
Thursday, August 25th
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Buying Plan: Vendor Fair Edition
The Buying Plan: Vendor Fair Edition will be available for download to help the vendor community plan ahead in anticipation of the upcoming 2022 In-Person Vendor Fair.
The Buying Plan is a key transparency initiative that the City of Chicago uses to forecast the goods and services that it expects to procure in the next 6 quarters, allowing businesses and the vendor community to prepare for upcoming solicitations.
visit www.chicago.gov/buyingplan to download.
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The Department of Procurement Services (DPS) is hosting the 2022 Vendor Fair. The program is being held on August 25, 2022. Join DPS in person for workshops and government contracting information from subject-matter experts from the City of Chicago, Sister Agencies, Cook County, State of Illinois, Federal Agencies, Financial Institutions, and Assist Agencies.
The 2022 Vendor Fair is a full day of activities including keynote speakers, workshops, exhibitors, and networking opportunities. The event is designed for the vendor community to garner tools and resources to help the business community to garner government contracting opportunities. You can register for individual workshops to create a custom Vendor Fair experience that meets your needs. Sessions are designed for businesses at all levels: starting out, growing, and seasoned establishments. Below are the following workshops offered this year:
Event Highlights:
- Keynote Speakers
- Exhibitors
- A full day of workshops filled with information to help the business community.
- Networking Opportunities
- Register for individual workshops to create a custom Procurement Vendor Fair that meets your needs.
- Workshop sessions for businesses starting out, growing, or seasoned establishments.
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NECA Government Affairs Update (7/4/22) | Please click the link for the recent update from NECA Government Affairs (7/4/22). | |
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NECA Government Affairs is excited to announce the launch of the new NECAPAC website! Their new website for online contributions can be found on the Government Affairs homepage and also here: https://necapac.necanet.org
On this new website you can find information on:
NECA will be updating this content frequently and we hope this new website becomes a resource for the membership. Please click on the link for more information.
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ELECTRI Recent Updates
Want to Know / Need to Know -- Assistance Requested (6/15/22)
Re-Cap of Social Media Session (5/19/22)
Next ELECTRI Council Session (6/29/22)
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WANT TO KNOW. NEED TO KNOW.
Jared Christman, ELECTRI’s Construction Technology Director, is identifying and evaluating key information tools for today’s EC firms. At the top of the list are:
- Moving from paper to digital
- Photo documentation on the job site
- Materials management
ELECTRI would appreciate your input, advice, and experience in any or all of these areas. To help with the analysis and recommendation process, please contact Jared at 210-639-9356 or jared.christman@electri.org
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INDUSTRIALIZED CONSTRUCTION STRATEGIES SURVEY
PLEASE TAKE TEN MINUTES – ELECTRI has received a request for our contractors to complete a short survey about your knowledge of and willingness to use industrialized construction strategies in your work. Frank Lucey, a Cal Poly construction management student, is working on his senior project with Professor Lonny Simonian (well-known to ELECTRI) and Professor Paul Redden. Your responses can prove very valuable to the project analysis and conclusions. Thanks in advance. Click here to access the survey.
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ELECTRI COUNCIL ROOM SESSION (5/19/22)
TAKE ANOTHER LOOK – Everyone who participated in the May Council Room went away with some excellent ideas about using social media to grow your business. ELECTRI International thanks the great panel who led the discussion: Carrie Spaeth (Chicago and Cook County Chapter NECA), Tim West (Gaston Electrical), Brian Morales (Pro-Cal Lighting), and Helga Christoforatos (Miller Electric). Everyone gained from their valuable insight and tips on how to leverage social media for education and business development. Click for the recording of the May ELECTRI Council Room
Some key takeaways for you to share with your team:
· Social media is a free/inexpensive tool that can be very effective at growing your market, connecting with customers, and recruiting workers.
· Videos and photos go a long way to tell your story - but always get consent to post (especially jobsite photos).
· Social media can be assigned to dedicated in-house staff, outsourced to a firm, or added as a secondary job for an existing employee when you’re just starting out.
· Start small. Build your base of followers with customers and employees. Start by sharing other relevant posts until you feel confident creating your own.
· Remember that social media is also a good tool to keep an eye on your competitors.
· LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter should all have different types of content that complement each other and match your company culture.
· The Powering Chicago EV Book, mentioned by panelist Carrie Spaeth, can be found here.
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JUNE ELECTRI COUNCIL MEETING (6/29/22)
DOES IT REALLY MATTER? Our June Council Room will focus on why Information Technology matters to your company. Hold the date/time June 29 @ 3:00 PM Eastern. Details to follow. If you have any questions, please contact Josh Bone, Executive Director, ELECTRI International at: Direct 404-317-4446 | Office 202-991-6235 or josh.bone@electri.org. Please visit the ELECTRI website at: www.electri.org for event updates.
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LATEST 'THINK LIKE A LEADER' ENTRIES/ ELECTRI INDUSTRY CONNECT
MEETING EXPECTATIONS – Tune in to the latest Think Like a Leader interview with Tony Waters, Parsons Electric. Tony explains why concentrating on being open-minded and getting to know your colleagues and customers are both at the top of his “how to make it happen” list.
ONE AT A TIME – In her Think Like A Leader interview, Jerri Champlin describes her slow and steady approach to leadership: “It’s like eating an elephant – one bite at a time.” As Executive Director of NECA’s Monterey Bay California Chapter, Jerri has many opportunities to explore what it means to lead one of NECA’s smallest chapters. Click here for her interview.
READY…SET…CONNECT – ELECTRI is pleased to report the launch of its innovative educational opportunity – Industry Connect. The Foundation is teaming up with tech training teams from Trimble and BuildingPoint to showcase construction digital tools and give both contractors and students time to experience hands-on demonstrations of new technology and learn about workflow solutions revolutionizing the EC industry. At each Connect session, students and school leaders get an inside look at what construction offers for career choices and have the ability to build quality interactions with NECA contractors – their potential employers.
Our thanks to the NECA chapters that collaborated with ELECTRI to help pilot this new program. On May 17, ELECTRI held its first Industry Connect with the Atlanta Electrical Contractors Association at Georgia Highlands College in Cartersville, Georgia. On May 25, Industry Connect was hosted by NECA’s Western PA Chapter at its training center. In both locations, the chapters worked closely with ELECTRI to invite their members, local education leaders, and students. Our two pilot chapters did a fantastic job helping to build something great for the industry’s future workforce and deliver a new educational offering to each chapter’s EC contractor members. Participant feedback from each Connect was positive with comments showing that the events are highly valuable for both contractors and students. For additional information about getting involved with Industry Connect, contact Megan Saucier, ELECTRI’s Strategic Industry Outreach Director, at megan.saucier@electri.org or 330-701-7401.
IT HITS THE MARK – The ELECTRI Council had a lively Council Room session with Rosendin’s Chief Information Officer Matt Lamb who addressed ways to assess your company’s IT needs. The discussion included best practices for companies large and small, with input from several Council members on their company activities. Participants also covered another hot topic - cybersecurity protections, reviewing lessons learned and what to do to protect yourself and your company. Here’s the link for you to review and share with your company team.
If any questions regarding ELECTRI activities, please contact Josh Bone, Executive Director, ELECTRI International at Direct 404-317-4446 | Office 202-991-6235 or josh.bone@electri.org. You can also visit the ELECTRI website at: www.electri.org
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IMSCA-PAC 2022 Fundraiser Raffle is Now Open | |
IMSCA-PAC’s 2022 fundraiser is underway!
NINE RAFFLE WINNERS will be drawn this year! Tickets are $50 each. Each ticket purchased buys you a chance to win the prize of your choice. Your choices include:
· FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders at Soldier Field (October 13 2022, 7:20 p.m.). This prize also includes parking passes (Value: $1,100.00). Donated by Tom Morton, LLD Electric Company.
· FOUR tickets to cheer on the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center (Date TBA). These are 200 Club Level seats with parking passes (Value: $750.00). Donated by Jim McGlynn, McWilliams Electric Company.
· $1,000 Travel Package that includes a $500 American Airlines gift card and a $500 Hotels.com gift card. Donated by Bloomington/Normal PHCC.
· $750 Bass Pro gift card. Donated by Underground Contractors Association of Illinois.
· $500 Amazon gift card. Donated by Illinois Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association.
· $500 Best Buy gift card. Donated by PCA of Greater Chicago.
· $500 Cabela’s gift card. Donated by Electrical Contractors Association of Chicago.
· $500 Top Golf gift card. Donated by SMACNA Greater Chicago.
· $500 Cooper’s Hawk gift card. Donated by Associated Steel Erectors of Chicago and Bold New Strategies.
The winning tickets will be drawn at IMSCA’s Board and Membership meeting on September 16, 2022. The winners do not need to be present to win.
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ECA Stipends Available for Upcoming Programs! |
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee has approved a number of educational stipends for many special programs / conferences throughout 2022. All stipends / reimbursements are made after each conference with registration confirmation(s) and applicable receipts forwarded to ECA. Please click the link for the stipend opportunities. | | |
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Free Webinars through the Employee Assistance Program |
Members are invited to take advantage of the free webinars through the Employee Assistance Program.
ECA Members may log-in to the interactive work/life web portal for information on a variety of topics. Webinars are available at any time of day and our mobile app allows employees to access services such as counseling and work life resources right from the palm of their hand.
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Webinar recordings available online for ECA Members!
If you missed a meeting or webinar by ECA, you can now log-in to the website and view the program you missed. Many recordings are now available, and more will be added daily from webinars held over the past year. Go to www.ecachicago.com and under the "Industry Resources" pull down menu, select "Member Education and Webinar Recordings". You will be prompted to log-in, and then you are free to browse webinar recordings you may have missed. Please contact ECA with questions (708)531-0022.
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COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR ECA MEMBERS: | | |
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Stay up to date on the latest changes for our Industry including news releases, legislation and Government mandates, workplace safety and preparation guidelines, OSHA alerts, and more that affect electrical contractors in Chicago and Cook County.
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SAVE THE DATES
August 11, 2022
ECA Summer Social Event
Streeterville Social Club, Chicago
August 18-19, 2022
Young Professionals of ECA Chicago: 2022 Leadership Conference
Lake Lawn Resort & Conference Center, Lake Delavan Wisconsin
September 12 - 13, 2022
Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction
Drake Oak Brook Hotel -- Oak Brook, IL
September 14, 2022
ECA Regular Membership Meeting
Union League Club of Chicago
September 21, 2022
ECA Chicago - NECAPAC PLC Golf Outing and Fundraiser
Cog Hill Golf Club, Lemont IL
October 12, 2022
ECA Regular Membership Meeting
Erie Cafe -- Chicago, IL
October 15 - 18, 2022
NECA Convention & Trade Show
Austin, TX
November 3, 2022
Managing Construction Delay Claims
Maggiano's Banquets -- Oak Brook, IL
November 16, 2022
Transform Your Organization for the Future
Drake Oak Brook Hotel - Oak Brook, IL
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Electrical Contractors' Association of Chicago Annual President's Party & Holiday Celebration
Offshore, Navy Pier Chicago
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