ECA Industry Update

EVENTS

NECA is thrilled to unveil the newly reimagined NECA Future Leaders Program! With a renewed focus on industry excellence, this program is crafted to inspire and elevate the next generation of leaders through comprehensive professional and personal growth opportunities. Activities are open to all electrical construction industry professionals employed by a NECA member company, Chapter or Industry Alliance Network partner.


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Click here for updated information (12/19/24).


Final Updated Information (1/14/25)


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April 6-7, 2025


The Women in NECA Conference is dedicated to empowering women in the electrical construction industry. Designed as a space for connection, growth, and inspiration, this conference provides unparalleled peer-to-peer networking opportunities for women navigating a traditionally male-dominated field. Participants will engage in dynamic workshops and impactful general sessions that tackle critical topics such as power dynamics, effective negotiation strategies, and leadership development. Attendees will leave equipped with practical tools, actionable insights, and an expanded professional network to thrive in their careers.



Registration is now open!

Far from your typical meeting, NECA Now 2025 is a three-day Executive Leadership Conference focused on your professional and personal growth. This event will be held on April 7-9, 2025 in Hollywood, FL at The Diplomat Hotel. 


Registration is now open!

June 8-13, 2025


The CEO Advanced Leadership Seminar (CALS) is a comprehensive one-week professional development program designed for rising senior leaders. Expand your business acumen and refine your personal leadership skills with a custom-designed curriculum that will deepen your knowledge of business operations, show you practical methods to address challenges, and solve complex business problems. With MBA-level instruction, learn how electrical contracting industry issues relate to the global marketplace.



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E2E Summit

June 16, 2025 – June 18, 2025, Indianapolis, IN


E2E Summit is a unique and intimate event that offers executive-to-executive meetings tailored to meet the specific needs of your company.


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EDUCATION

ECA Educational and Conference Stipends for 2025

 

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee has approved a number of educational stipends for many special programs / conferences throughout 2025. All stipends / reimbursements are made after each conference with registration confirmation(s) and applicable receipts forwarded to ECA.  


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CEAEF Scholarship Applications will be accepted through January 27, 2025.

All employees of Electric Association Members and their descendants are eligible for these scholarships. Thanksgiving break is a great time to apply for scholarships!


The Chicagoland Electric Association Education Foundation is pleased to share the application period for the following seven academic scholarships:


  • Electric Association Scholarship ($2500)
  • NEW! Women in Industry Scholarship ($2500)
  • The Kinander Family Scholarship ($2500)
  • The Steiner Kerman Education Foundation Scholarship ($2500)
  • The Joseph J. Archibald Jr. Memorial Scholarship ($2500)
  • The Rosenstein Family Scholarship ($2500)
  • The Anixter Family Scholarships (2 @ $2500)


Download the criteria and application to submit by January 27, 2025.

Electric Association members and their lineal descendants are eligible to apply. Please carefully review the scholarship criteria for complete details, deadlines, and a check list of items to be included in each application.


If you have any questions regarding the scholarship program please email: anovinger@eachicago.org.

Chicagoland Electric Association Education Foundation

630-305-3050| E-mail | Website


CLICK HERE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

NII 2025 Recruiting

The NECA Innovation Institute is actively building its 2024 – 2025 cohorts. Please refer to the attached information, program highlights, and interest form. We’re launching two cohorts in 2024 and would love to include your rising leaders in the mix.  

 

The program's annual cost is $6,000

 

Please reach out to innovation@necanet.org with any questions. 


CLICK HERE for Updated Innovation Institute Information (1/17/25).

 

NII Nomination Form and Brochure

New Publications in the NECA Store


NECA has collected, analyzed and interpreted hundreds of data points, so our members can use these crucial reports to develop strategies, optimize processes, and improve decision-making, leading to better outcomes and a competitive advantage in the market. 



CLICK HERE for the latest additions to thestore.

NECA This Week

NECA Business Development Information


NECA is updating its Business Development contact list for 2025! This list will be notified about Business Development resources, events and exclusive sessions. Please complete this short form and let NECA know the Business Development contact person(s) for your company. 


Complete Business Development Contact List Form >>


Document Crunch


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


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


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NECA Alert: (12/9/24)


NECA This Week (1/20/25)

NECA Government Affairs


Please click the link for a recent update from NECA Government Affairs. 


December 3, 2024 Update --

 

If you have any questions regarding the update, please reach out to NECA Government Affairs at: (202) 449-8418 

ELECTRI Updates


As 2024 has come to a close, ELECTRI would like to take a moment to thank you for making this year truly remarkable. Your engagement, expertise, and commitment to ELECTRI International’s mission has been instrumental in advancing their work. They're excited to share their 2024 Year-End Report with you. You can CLICK HERE for the report your convenience, packed with highlights from this year, insights worth revisiting, and fresh ideas to inspire your plans for 2025. We hope you’ll also share some of the resources and videos included with your team.

 

For a closer look, you can also view this report and past reviews on the ELCTRI website. ELECTRI is looking forward to kicking off 2025 with many of you at their January Council meeting. Until then, ELECTRI's warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and a healthy, prosperous new year.



ELECTRI November Recap



 

New Research Projects Now Available on the ELECTRI Website!

 

ELECTRI is excited to share two new research projects designed to empower electrical contractors with valuable insights:

 

MEP Contractors and GCs: What is the Cost of Inexperience? – This study uncovers the financial impact of inexperience within construction teams and highlights strategies for mitigating risks and improving collaboration. Read more here.

 

Contract Benchmarking Analytics 2024: Document Crunch Report – Dive into the updated comprehensive analytics on contract trends, key clauses, and benchmarks to negotiate better agreements and protect your business. Learn more here.

 

Visit the ELECTRI website to explore these reports and discover how they can help your business succeed in a competitive industry. Click on the ELECTRI Research link below in the Quick Links to find all of ELECTRI's years of research.

 

Help ELECTRI build a contract database!

After a recent Council Room session, members of the ELECTRI Council suggested building a contract database so contractors can view contract clauses from other areas. All pricing, numbers, and competitive information will be redacted from each contract. The purpose is to see the contract language that is being used by different contractors across North America. This database will live on a hidden webpage on ELECTRI’s website, available only through a direct link sent to the Council. To contribute, please send your redacted contracts to Laura.Holmes@electri.org

 

New! ELECTRI’s AI Tool List

Looking to streamline your operations? ELECTRI has compiled a comprehensive AI Tool List to help contractors integrate AI tools for greater efficiency.

View the AI Tool List

 

ELECTRI November Webinar Recordings:

ELECTRI’s November Council Room focused on ELECTRI’s latest research, The Impact Megaprojects Have on Labor Markets. The discussion was led by Researcher Anthony Perrenoud, PhD, William H. McMurren Department Chair of Construction Management and Associate Professor at Boise State University. Anthony shares highlights from his research and answers questions on this popular topic. 

Access the Recording here.

 

A recent IT & Coffee session focused on cybersecurity and is led by Dr. James McGibney, Senior Director of Cybersecurity with Rosendin. Dr. McGibney shares valuable insights on how he protects Rosendin from cybersecurity attacks and best practices. He also touches on his company BullyVille, which seeks to help victims of online bullying.

Access the recording here.

Additional resources referenced in this session:


IMPORTANT REMINDERS:


  • Incentive Pay Research: We are still looking for participants for this important research. Participants will include construction professionals from electrical contracting companies and related industry partners. Your insights will contribute to developing strategies that can enhance the effectiveness of incentive pay in the industry. To fill out the survey, please Click Here.


ELECTRI International and American Apprenticeships Work have partnered to offer a national Project Management Apprenticeship program! The NECA/ELECTRI Project Management Apprenticeship provides aspiring electrical project managers with the technical expertise, leadership abilities, and business acumen needed to work on large-scale electrical projects successfully. Click Here for more information.


ELECTRI appreciates your assistance with this research. If you have any questions about the research, please contact Amanda Harbison, ELECTRI’s Director of Research, at Amanda@electri.org.


 

ELECTRI International Quick Links

ELECTRI Meetings     ELECTRI Research    Business Coaching  Council Room Sessions     Research Engagement Hub   PM Apprenticeship Program   ConTech & Coffee/IT & Coffee    Think Like A Leader



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.

Applications Open + New Criteria for 2025

 

Join NECA’s elite Recognition of Safety Achievement Program and showcase your excellence in safety and health. Apply by March 7, 2025.


CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

SAVE THE DATES

January


January 27-30, 2025

2025 MEP Innovation Conference

The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

Los Angeles, CA



January 29, 2025

Reasonable Suspicion/Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL


February


February 12, 2025

ECA Regular Membership Meeting

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL



February 13, 2025

Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow

Maggiano's Banquets

Oak Brook, IL



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