ECA Industry Update
Powering Chicago featured by MotorWeek and EC&M
MotorWeek recently came out to Chicago to learn more about Powering Chicago's highly skilled Electrical Contractors and electricians are installing the much needed infrastructure to support electric vehicle growth in the region. The episode will feature a recent install at a Chicagoland GMC Dealership, by ECA Member Jamerson & Bauwens Electrical Contractors, as well as the renewable energy training programs at the IBEW 134 / NECA Chicago Technical Institute (IN-Tech).
Powering Chicago showcased in upcoming episode of MotorWeek
MotorWeek is television’s longest running and most respected automotive series. MotorWeek debuted in 1981 and launched a new television genre by becoming the first weekly series to offer consumer-oriented car and truck reviews, do-it-yourself car care tips, and the latest auto industry news. MotorWeek’s team of reporters travel the world covering auto shows and new vehicle launches. As one of the first mainstream media outlets to provide regular coverage of advances in green motoring technologies and the use of alternative fuels, MotorWeek is tuned in to consumer demand for the latest on fuel efficient vehicles. 
EC&M Podcast Hosts In-Tech Director Gene Kent and Apprentice Vickie Svoboda
In the latest episode of its “On Air” podcast, IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (IN-Tech) Director Gene Kent and Vickie Svoboda, a fourth-year apprentice in the program, speak with Electrical Construction & Maintenance Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson. The episode focuses on how IN-Tech is preparing a workforce to meet the need for skilled union labor with expertise in renewable energy.
Dynamic line-up of speakers to present at ECA's Spring Conference, June 8th - 9th, in Kohler Wisconsin
The 50th Annual ECA Spring Conference is pleased to present a dynamic line-up of speakers for the Thursday morning Business Session. Moderated by Alex Willis of Leadership Surge, the panel will discuss "Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: Leadership & Changing Company Culture." 

Panel Members include: Maureen O'Brien, CEO, Global Wisdom Leadership Forum; Pamyla Fountain Brown, Community & Citizenship Director, Turner Construction, Lt. General Ronald Bailey, Vice President, Industry Development, NECA, and Dan Allen, CISCO Executive Director. This program will help guide executive leadership with strategies to create a corporate culture and environment welcoming to all, as well as define how vital a diversified workforce will be for your business in the future. 

Members are invited to submit questions for the panel in advance. Email your thoughts to Carrie Spaeth at [email protected]
Two industry giants have come together to address the growing needs of the low voltage and technology communities. NECA & BICSI have joined forces to bring you the NECA BICSI Summit 2022. Owner/Operators, Construction Superintendents, Project Managers, Safety Managers, Division Managers—this Summit is for You!

May 23-25, 2022
JW Marriot San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

This can’t-miss conference is available exclusively to NECA and BICSI members.
Register before April 19th to take advantage of the early registration rate of $695.

STIPEND AVAILABLE
The ECA Executive Committee approved the educational stipends of the Registration fees for up to two representatives and their guest and/or spouse, if applicable, of participating ECA member firms for the NECA – BICSI Conference on May 23 – 25, 2022. 
5TH ANNUAL IBEW LOCAL 134
CFL DELEGATE SCHOLARSHIP GOLF OUTING
JUNE 11, 2022 - GLEN EAGLES GOLF CLUB LEMONT
You are cordially invited to come out swinging in the 5th Annual IBEW Local 134 Chicago Federation of Labor (CFL) Delegate Scholarship Fund Golf Outing on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Created in 2017 as a 501(c)3 Charitable Organization, the IBEW Local 134 CFL Scholarship Fund offers scholarships to outstanding students of the Local 134 family.

GOLF AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
Submission deadline is June 30th. Projects are judged in 13 different categories, including new this year: EV Charging Infrastructure.

Learn more, view past award winners, and submit your project online HERE.
NECA Project Excellence Awards: Recognizing the outstanding work, professionalism and ingenuity of NECA member contractors.
To showcase the exceptional work performed by our member-contractors throughout the country, the National Electrical Contractors Association created the Project Excellence Awards to recognize companies for their outstanding commitment, professionalism and ingenuity in delivering an electrical project across 13 different market sectors. 
NECA will accept submissions for the 2022 Project Excellence Award from March 1 to June 30, 2022. Awards will be based on whether the electrical/technology portion of the project is valued under or over $1 million for each market sector, except for industrial, low voltage/integrated systems, overhead transmission, residential, substation/interconnection and transportation/infrastructure. Applications submitted must be based on projects completed in 2021.
NECA This Week (4/25/22)
Please click on the link for the current edition of "NECA THIS WEEK."
IMSCA Legislative Update (4/11/22)
Please click on the link for IMSCA's most recent Legislative Update. This report provides an overview of the FY 23 budget and outlines additional legislative initiatives approved by the Illinois General Assembly that is important to IMSCA members. If any questions, please contact Jessica Newbold Hoselton, Executive Director,Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) at (217) 523-4361.
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.
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.
COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR ECA MEMBERS:
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.
 
SAVE THE DATES

 
May 11, 2022
Mastro's Steakhouse Chicago, IL

May 12, 2022
"Project Scheduling"
REGISTRATION CLOSED!
Maggiano's Banquets
Oak Brook, IL


May 16 - 18, 2022
Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch
Scottsdale, AZ
 

May 23 - 25, 2022
NECA BICSI Summit
San Antonio, Texas
 
June 8 - 9, 2022
The American Club
Kohler, WI

June 12 - 15, 2022
The Broadmoor Resort
Colorado Springs, CO