ECA News & Events Update

ECA Regular Membership Meeting -

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Legislative Issues Focus:

NECA Government Affairs Rep. -

Jared Karbowsky

IMSCA -

Jessica Newbold

Chicago / Cook County Lobbyist - Michael Alvarez

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) March Membership Meeting is to be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL. The ECA is proud to announce that the focus will be on legislative / governmental updates regarding national, state and local issues.

This event is scheduled as follows:

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Gibsons Steakhouse

2105 Spring Road

Oak Brook, IL

(630) 954-0000

Registration / Networking: 12:00 pm

Lunch: 12:30 pm

Business Session: 1:15 pm

Event Concludes: 2:00 pm

Please register, soon!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The deadline for submitting your online data is

Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

NECA Safety Recognition of Achievement / Zero Injury

It's time to register to participate in NECA's Recognition of Achievement in Safety Excellence and Zero Injury program. The application process will begin on January 1, 2023. The deadline for submitting your online data is Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Each year participants must register and create a new account. The application can be accessed HERE.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR TICKET OR TABLE

$100 per seat, $1,000 for a table of 10

Complete tables of 10 people will have a reserved table for their company. Groups and seats of less than 10 will be open seating.

Registrations, cancellations and changes are due no later than March 3, 2023. Cancellation refunds cannot be guaranteed after March 3, 2023. Contact Ali Novinger at [email protected] with any questions or changes regarding your registration. This event will be compliant with the safety policies of the Hilton Chicago. Current policy will be emailed to attendees the week of the event.

67th Annual Paddy's Day Luncheon

Start Time 11:00 a.m.

Friday, March 10, 2023

Chicago Hilton and Towers

THE INTERNATIONAL BALLROOM

720 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago IL

Don't Miss:

-Shannon Rovers

-Door Prize Drawing

-Francis P. Cummins Award Presentation

-2024 Big Shillelagh Announcement

The Paddy's Day Lunch is THE opportunity to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with hundreds of colleagues in the electrical industry of Chicago.

The Paddy's Day Lunch Registration Form will prompt you for online payment OR

To pay via check, mail check payable to The Chicagoland Electric Association Education Foundation (CEAEF) to:

CEAEF

17W733 Butterfield Road, Suite B

Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Tables of Ten Will Be Given Priority Seating

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR ECA 2023 PROGRAMS

ECA 2023 Membership Meetings - Educational & Special Events Programming

Please click on the link for a listing of upcoming programs sponsored by the Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research & Education Committee, as well as National NECA events, Chapter programs. Registration links provided in pdf.

CLICK HERE FOR 2023 STIPEND LISTING

ECA 2023 Educational / 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 2023. Please click on the link for the current listing. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the applicable Conference.

After you have registered for the applicable event, please e-mail a copy of your completed registration transaction to the Association office at [email protected]. This will allow us to have a record of your registration information, should you need any assistance after registering.

ASA / CSC - Construction Expo. & Safety Conference

March 6 - 7, 2023

Registration is Open!

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 Safety Conference EXPO on March 6 – 7, 2023. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the Conference.

After you have registered, please e-mail a copy of your completed registration transaction to the Association office at [email protected]. This will allow us to have a record of your registration information, should you need any assistance after registering.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

IMSCA’s 2023 Lobby Day event will be held on Wednesday, April 26^th at the Sangamo Club located at 227 E. Adams Street, Springfield, IL.

Lobby Day activities will begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. and will include an abbreviated Board and Membership Meeting and a Special Guest Speaker (TBA). Lobby Day attendees will receive an overview of current legislation being considered by the Illinois General Assembly that has an impact on the Illinois construction industry. Most importantly, attendees will have the opportunity to visit their State Senators and Representatives at the Illinois State Capitol to discuss important legislative matters. Lunch will be provided upon arrival. This year’s event will also include a “Construction Industry Legislative Reception” co-hosted by the Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) and the Illinois Construction Industry Committee (ICIC) from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., also at the Sangamo Club.

All IMSCA members are encouraged to attend this event to discuss issues important to the Illinois construction industry with your legislators. Please click the link below for the Lobby Day Registration Form. Please return the registration form by email to [email protected]. The deadline to register for Lobby Day and the Legislative Reception is Friday, April 14. For the convenience of our out of town guests, we are working diligently to secure a block of hotel rooms. Hotel accommodation details are forthcoming.

For the convenience of our out of town members who plan to attend IMSCA Lobby Day on April 26^th, a block of rooms have been secured at the President Abraham Lincoln – a Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, located at 701 E. Adams Street in Springfield at a rate of $119 plus tax. Overnight accommodations can be made by calling (217) 544-8800, ask for reservations and use the group code MSC. Alternatively, you can also make reservations by clicking this link: IMSCA Room Block Link The deadline to reserve your hotel room at our special rate is midnight on April 12, 2023.

If you have any questions or need additional details, please don’t hesitate to contact:

Jessica Newbold Hoselton

Executive Director

Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA)

P: 217.523.4361

M: 217.891.3675

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM

Paid Leave for All Workers Act - Update

SB208, as amended creates the "Paid Leave for Workers Act." This sets the minimum standard for paid leave for all Illinois workers. Please CLICK HERE for an IMSCA Update regarding SB208.

IMSCA Legislative Update - 2/17/2023

Please click on the link below for IMSCA's Legislative Update (2/17/2023). The report includes an overview of the current status of legislation that is important to the Illinois construction industry. Both chambers are scheduled to return to Springfield next week, February 21-23 (Senate) and February 21-24 (House).

If any questions, please contact Jessica Newbold Hoselton, Executive Director, Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) at: (217) 523-4361.

IMSCA Update 2/17/2023

IMSCA Legislative Updates - 1/13/23 & 1/31/23

Please CLICK HERE for IMSCA’s January 13^th Legislative Update. This report includes a comprehensive overview of important legislative matters that were debated in the final days of the 102^nd General Assembly. You will also find an overview of upcoming activity for the 103^rd General Assembly. The Illinois Senate is scheduled to return to Springfield on Tuesday, January 24^th. The House is not scheduled to return to Springfield until Tuesday, January 31^st.

Please CLICK HERE for IMSCA's January 31, 2023 Legislative Update.

If any questions, please contact Jessica Newbold Hoselton, Executive Director, Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) at: (217) 523-4361.

SAVE THE DATE!

March 1, 2023 – Young Professionals of ECA, 1^st Quarter Event:

GAME OF IRONS, OAKBROOK (5 pm to 8 pm)

More information coming soon to www.ecachicago.com

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

ECA Chicago's DEI Workshop Series Continues on

March 16, 2023!

Who Should Attend? Company Executives, Senior leadership, Division Managers, and anyone leading a team within your Company

EVENT DETAILS:

Thursday, March 16, 2023

3:00pm - 5:00pm Workshop

5:00 - 6:00pm - Happy Hour and

continued discussion on learning outcomes

in relaxed environment.

LOCATION:

HYATT LODGE OAK BROOK

2815 Jorie Blvd, Oak Brook, IL 60523

Meeting Room:

Grand Oaks Pavillion

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

"Empower Your Electrical Contracting Business in 2023"

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to present a six-session series called, "Empower Your Electrical Contracting Business in 2023" facilitated by Sean Samsom Training, Ltd. at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel, 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 568-1234. Breakfast and lunch are to be provided for each session.

The program dates are as follows:

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Thursday, July 27, 2023

IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ATTEND EACH SESSION, AS IT IS A PROGRESSIVE SERIES.

If you're interested in attending the "Empower Your Electrical Contracting Business in 2023" program, please click on the link below to register or go on-line at the ECA website at: www.ecachicago.com (Event Calendar portion). Single session option based on availability - there is a Registration link for each Calendar Date listing on website.

If you unable to attend all the sessions and still wish to participate in a select number, register for those particular dates from their Calendar listing on the ECA website. You would use the "Guest/Spouse" category for the individual session charge. Please see below:

WHEN REGISTERING...

CLICK MEMBER (REGISTRANT TYPE) FOR $1,200.00 FEE CHARGE (for all six)

CLICK GUEST/SPOUSE (REGISTRANT TYPE) FOR $200.00 INIDIVIDUAL PROGRAM CHARGE

(Please register soon for this program!)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

WIN / FL 2023 Conference

(April 16 - 17, 2023)

The Women in NECA and Future Leaders (WINFL) Leadership Conference features two full days of education and breakout sessions including featured speakers, group discussions and networking opportunities for both groups.

The Women in NECA and Future Leaders (WINFL) conference will precede NECA Now 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. Both NECA Now and WINFL will be held at the J.W. Marriott Hill Country. For more information on NECA Now, please click here. Please note, the registration link will lead you to the NECA Now landing page but you will have the option to choose which event(s) you would like to attend.

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 WIN / FL Conference on April 16 – 17, 2023. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the Conference.

LEARN MORE

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

NECA NOW Executive Leadership Conference

(April 17 - 20, 2023)

Please join us in San Antonio, TX!

Far from your typical meeting, NECA NOW 2023 is a three-day Executive Leadership Conference focused on your professional and personal growth.

This Executive Leadership Conference will provide attendees with the opportunity to gain insights on leadership development with presentation by top business experts.

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 NOW Conference on April 17 - 19, 2023. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the Conference.

LEARN MORE

Please be aware...Hotel Registrations must be made by March 10, 2023!

Stipend Available

The ECA Executive Committee approved the educational stipends of the Registration Fee, Transportation costs and Hotel costs for each attending ECA member for the NECA Legislative Conference on March 27 - 29, 2023. The registrations and other costs will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the Conference. After you have registered, please e-mail a copy of your completed registration transaction to the Association office at [email protected]. This will allow us to have a record of your registration information, should you need any assistance after registering.

NECA Legislative Conference March 27 - 29, 2023 --

Registration is Open!

Registration is open for the premiere legislative conference for electrical contractors to hear about top issues affecting the industry. Meet the leaders who are working to provide real solutions. Attendees will also hear from top guest speakers, and get an opportunity to have their voices heard by those on Capitol Hill.

The conference will take place on March 27 - 29, 2023 at the Salamander Hotel (formerly Mandarin Oriental). It will start at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, March 27 and end with a Congressional Reception on Wednesday, March 29.

CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

IMSCA - "Substance" Winter 2023 Issue

Below is a link to the Winter 2023 Issue of SubStance Magazine brought to you by the Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA). In this issue, you will find a message from IMSCA's Immediate Past President, Chad Fricke. In addition, our "Featured Story", by Madeline Remish, provides important details on the recently approved "Workers' Rights" amendment to the Illinois constitution - and much more.

We hope you find this issue useful and informative. Please feel free to forward this message to your friends and colleagues. The current issue of SubStance magazine can be viewed by clicking this link: Winter 2023

If you have questions about this information or if you would like to contribute an article for upcoming publications of SubStance, please feel free to contact IMSCA Executive Director, Jessica Newbold Hoselton by sending an email to: [email protected].

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.

View the Upcoming Webinars, and Free Services for Members, and Log-In instructions here.