Pictured is James Farrell,
NECA Government Affairs Director
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Please be aware...
Carmine's Restaurant - COVID Rule(s) -
Per City of Chicago: starting 01/03 All guests must provide proof of vaccination (photo/card/app).
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ECA February Membership Meeting |
Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.
The luncheon program will feature industry updates, and a guest presentation from James Farrell, NECA Government Affairs Executive Director.
The event is scheduled as follows:
ECA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Carmine's Restaurant
9850 Berwyn Avenue
Rosemont, IL 60018
(847) 595-1111
Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm
Lunch: 12:30 pm
Business Session / Presentation: 1:15 pm
Event Concludes: 2:00 pm
We hope that you will be able to attend and learn more about the activities planned for NECA's Legislative Conference, as well as an update on NECA's Government Affairs efforts.
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Join the ELECTRI Innovation Summit in Paris, France!
April 4 - 9, 2022
This extraordinary ELECTRI International event, hosted by Schneider Electric, is open to all NECA Contractors. This opportunity takes place on April 4-9, 2022 and will help introduce you to some amazing innovations that will definitely help you design your company’s future!
Contractors who join this ELECTRI adventure will have many opportunities to…
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Meet with European contractors and manufacturers who belong to Gimelec, an organization similar to ELECTRI
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Tour Schneider’s cutting-edge Innovation Hub and a current Schneider project site
- Focus on innovation, project life cycle, and the learn how European contractors design and construct projects
- Interact with local leaders and electrical contractors
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See innovation at work by touring Grenoble & Montbonnot EcoStruxure Power Innovation Lab Electropole
- Visit a French EC’s high-tech job site.
- Take your choice of afternoon sightseeing trips
Experience our Welcome Reception/Dinner Cruise on the Seine River…and even more… Summit registration is now open, but space is limited. Here’s the link to information on the Innovation Summit agenda, travel protocols, and trip costs/details. For other specific questions, contact Laura Holmes, ELECTRI Director of Operations, at Laura.Holmes@electri.org
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ELECTRI Council Room Session -
February 16, 2022
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COORDINATION IS THE KEY - Join ELECTRI on February 16 @ 4 PM Eastern for our Council Room: Best Practices in Multi-Trade Project Coordination. Our contractor-led round table will focus on best practices for navigating the varying perspectives of multiple trades during project coordination. To improve your project’s productivity and potential for success, get a better understanding of the concerns and workflows of each design and construction team.
We encourage Council members to invite Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Prefab leaders to the Council Room because so much of the information and discussion pertains to their positions. Contact Laura.Holmes@electri.org for the Zoom invitation.
CATCH A SUPERIOR CONVERSATION – Tune in to ELECTRI’s most recent Think Like A Leader interview with Greg Stewart, Chair of the Superior Group. Learn more about how Greg leads so many different company divisions in so many parts of the country. Find out what advice Greg’s father offered him when Greg was starting out in the EC business. Please click the link below to view the Greg Stewart video, "Think Like a Leader."
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"Share Your Experience" --
Survey on Preventing Struck-by Incidents in Construction
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Struck-by incidents are a leading cause of injury and death in the construction industry. To add to our understanding of factors that contribute to these incidents and ways to prevent them, The Center for Construction Research and Training organization is conducting a brief online survey of industry stakeholders on behalf of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s (NIOSH) National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA) Work Group on Preventing Struck-By Injuries. The results of this survey will be used to inform the development of new resources and strategies to reduce struck-by hazards and protect workers.
This brief survey should take no more than 15 minutes to complete and your participation is completely voluntary and all responses will be anonymous. No names or personal identifiers will be collected as part of this survey, and results will only be used as group data.
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The survey is collecting responses through Friday, Feb. 18. At the completion of the survey, those interested in helping with the development, review, or testing of resources or strategies will have the option of voluntarily providing their contact information in a form completely separate from the survey. NECA asks you participate in this survey to help carry out this important initiative to protect construction workers and prevent struck-by injuries and fatalities. Please note: if you receive a request to take this survey from more than one organization, you only need to complete it once. If you have any questions about the survey, please contact Jessica Bunting at jbunting@cpwr.com
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Town Hall Meeting featuring NECA Leadership
David Long, CEO, NECA
Lt. Gen. Ronald Bailey, Director of Industry Development, NECA
March 2, 2022 - Harry Caray's Steakhouse Lombard
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David Long, Chief Executive Officer
National Electrical Contractors Association
Washington, DC
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Ronald Bailey, Vice President,
Industry Development, NECA
Washington, D.C.
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The Young Professionals of ECA Chicago are very pleased to welcome NECA's Leadership to talk about the future of electrical contracting, and what the next generation of owners, executives, and leaders need to be successful in the coming decade.
Members will have the opportunity to ask questions and have an open dialogue in this Town Hall style meeting.
March 2nd, 2022 @ Harry Caray's Steakhouse (Lombard)
5:00p.m. - Networking
6:00pm - Town Hall Meeting
7:30p.m. - Event Conclusion
* Beverages and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided.
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ECA Chicago is offering a reimbursement stipend for 2 employees (and their spouse/guest) per Member Company, for the Registration Fee for this Conference. |
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Join fellow members from ECA Chicago at the 2022 Women in NECA / Future Leaders national conference in Tampa! |
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay,
March 13-16, 2022
Register for one single event! The newly combined conference features three full days of education and breakout sessions including featured speakers, group discussions and networking opportunities for both groups. Sessions will cover the topics: leadership, company culture, work-life balance, and hybrid workplaces.
(Plan arrival on Sunday, March 13th. Programs March 14-16, 2022)
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Legislative Update
Please click on the link below for IMSCA’s February 4, 2022 Legislative Update. This report includes an overview of the joint State of the State and Annual Budget Address presented by Governor Pritzker. For those of you who are interested in reading additional details included in the Governor’s proposed budget, here is a link to the proposal along with a link to a transcribed copy of the Governor’s Address:
If any questions, please contact Jessica Newbold Hoselton, Executive Director, Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) at (217) 523-4361.
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IMSCA Legislative Update /
IMSCA Legislative Reception - March 22, 2022
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IMSCA’s next Board and Membership Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 22nd from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Sangamo Club in Springfield, IL. Our board and membership meeting will be held the same day prior to IMSCA’s 2022 Legislative Reception from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Sangamo Club. This event will be co-hosted with the Illinois Construction Industry Committee. All IMSCA members are encouraged to attend this important event to discuss issues important to the Illinois construction industry with your legislators. Please click on the link for the 2022 Legislative Reception registration form. Please return the registration form by email to sarah@ccepil.com.
The deadline to register for the reception is Friday, March 11, 2022. All Legislative Reception attendees are invited and welcome to attend IMSCA’s Board and Membership meeting earlier in the day.
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The upcoming ECA Research and Education Programs described below are "in-person" seminars. |
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Pictured above is Dave O'Brien -
Mosley, Pfundt & Glick, Inc.
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NEW DATE!!!
"Understanding Construction Accounting"
Thursday, March 3, 2022
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to announce a seminar called, "Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction. "The seminar is being presented by Mosley, Pfundt & Glick, Inc. - Dave O'Brien. The program will be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 (NEW DATE!!!) from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. at Maggiano's Banquets, 240 Oakbrook Ctr., Oak Brook, IL 60523,(630) 368-0300. Breakfast is to be provided.
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Pictured above is Stephane McShane -
Maxim Consulting Group.
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"Supply Chain Management"
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to announce a seminar called, "Supply Chain Management." The seminar is being presented by Stephane McShane - Maxim Consulting Group. The program will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. at the Drake Oak Brook Hotel, 2301 York Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523,(630) 571-0000. Breakfast is to be provided.
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Pictured above is Dr. Awad Hanna -
University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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"Project Scheduling"
Thursday, May 12, 2022
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to announce a seminar called, "Project Scheduling." The seminar is being presented by Dr. Awad Hanna - University of Wisconsin-Madison. The program will be held on Thursday, May 12, 2022 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. at Maggiano's Banquets, 240 Oakbrook Ctr., Oak Brook, IL 60523,(630) 368-0300. Breakfast and lunch are to be provided.
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Pictured above is Robert Mooty -
former NECA Education Instructor.
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"Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction"
Monday, May 23, 2022 - Tuesday, May 24, 2022
8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Both days)
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The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to announce a workshop called, "Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction." The seminar is being presented by Robert Mooty, former NECA Education Instructor. The program will be held on Monday, May 23, 2022 - Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. (both days) at the Drake Oak Brook Hotel, Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 571-0000. Breakfast and lunch are to be provided.
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NECA Government Affairs Update |
Please click on the link below for information concerning NECA's Government Affairs prior legislative updates. |
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Webinars & Member News |
EAP solutions are available via on demand telephonic support and through video counseling, mobile app, work/life web portal and chat functionality.
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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CISCO Annual Scholarships Available |
CISCO has begun to accept applications for its long-standing Annual Scholarship Awards Program. The applications for these different categories can be found on CISCO’s website/homepage at www.cisco.org. The three scholarship program categories are: 1) Four-year college scholarships for high school seniors; 2) Two-year awards for seniors planning on attending a community college; and 3) Two-year continuing education awards to union members or contractor employees.
The deadline to submit the applications is Friday, February 18, 2022. Interested students may email the completed applications, or send in the mail. For more information, call CISCO at (630) 472-9411.
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CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference - March 7 - 8, 2022 |
Please click on the link below for registration discount information for the Construction Safety Council (CSC) - Association of Subcontractors and Affiliates (ASA) 2022 Construction Expo & Safety Conference being held on March 7 - 8, 2022 in Oakbrook, Terrace, IL.
Stipend Available:
The ECA Executive Committee approved the educational stipends of the Registration fees for up to two representatives of participating ECA member firms for the CSC / ASA Construction Expo. and Safety Conference on March 7 – 8, 2022.
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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
Carmine's Restaurant
Rosemont, IL
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Drake Oak Brook Hotel
Oak Brook, IL
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!
Wednesday, March 2, 2022
Harry Caray's Steakhouse
Lombard, IL
Thursday, March 3, 2022 -- NEW DATE!!!
Maggiano's Banquets
Oak Brook, IL
March 7 - 8, 2022
Drury Lane Conference Center
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Maggiano's Banquets
Oak Brook, IL
March 11, 2022
Maggiano's Little Italy
Schaumburg, IL
March 11, 2022
Paddy's Day Luncheon
Chicago Hilton & Towers
Chicago, IL
March 13 - 16, 2022
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Tampa, FL
March 22, 2022
Sangamo Club
Springfield, IL
March 28 - 31, 2022
Oriental Hotel
Washington, D.C.
April 4 - 9, 2022
Hotel Pullman Eiffel Tower
Paris, France
April 12, 2022
Drake Oak Brook Hotel
Oak Brook, IL
April 20, 2022
Truluck's Restaurant
Rosemont, IL
May 11, 2022
Mastro's Steakhouse Chicago, IL
May 12, 2022
Maggiano's Banquets
Oak Brook, IL
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