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ECA Chicago is pleased to announce the 2024 Presidents Party & Holiday Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Art Institute of Chicago. We welcome all ECA member companies and their employees to attend this highly-anticipated event.
ECA Chicago’s 2024 President’s Party & Holiday Celebration:
Saturday, December 7, 2024
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave Chicago, IL 60603
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NECA Premier Partners Progam
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
8:00 am - 5:00 am
Hyatt Lodge Hotel (2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL 60523)
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is pleased to present a unique complimentary program. The "NECA Premier Partners Program" will feature five (5) seminars and a special networking session. The sessions are to be facilitated by area / national representatives of five (5) NECA Premier Partners.
Program content:
8:00 am - 9:15 am
Federated Insurance:
"Insurance Claims & Coverages You have insurance, but are you covered?
9:30 am - 10:45 am
Graybar:
“Helping Contractors Win More EVSE Projects and Making Them More Profitable”
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Day & Night Solar:
“Latest in the Solar Industry”
12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch
1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Milwaukee Tool:
“Embracing Technology in the Ever-Changing Electrical Industry”
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Reception / Networking
When registering, please indicate which session(s) / activity(ies) you will be attending. We hope that you will stay for the Networking Session at the conclusion of the final seminar! Find out how NECA's Premier Partners can benefit your firm!
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
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ECA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Maggiano's Banquets
240 Oakbrook Ctr.
Oak Brook, IL
60523
Registration / Networking: 8:00 am
Breakfast / Business Session Start: 8:30 am
Event Concludes: 10:00 am
This program will feature industry updates and a guest presentation by Nic Bittle, Founder of Workforce Pro. Mr. Bittle will touch on the power of empathy and how to utilize empathetic leadership to enhance connection. Shifting towards authenticity, where understanding and support uplift both productivity and well-being.
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"Foundational Components for Equity / LGBTQ+ Inclusion / Allyship in the Workplace." - Post ECA Regular Membership | |
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Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Presentation facilitated by Center on Halsted
Aster Gilbert, Manager of Training and Public Education
Maggiano's Banquets
240 Oakbrook Ctr.
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 368-0300
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Participants will learn how to build a more inclusive workplace and the connections to company policies and hiring practices - suggestions for HR forms/checklist of best practices; this training can be customized to work with your organization’s DEI goals and policies. Writing company policies, hiring practices, HR forms, etc., with the LGBTQ+ 101 & Allyship portion of the presentation being used as an introduction / educational piece to those topics.
This program is complimentary for ECA members!
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IBEW-NECA Showcase and Open House | |
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November 15, 2024 (12-5 pm) - November 16, 2024 (9-2 pm)
INTECH (6201 W. 115th St., Alsip, IL 60803)
Come visit the best Apprenticeship School in the nation!
Highlights:
- Industry Vendors
- Informational Sessions
- New Tools & Technology
- Solar News
- Code Updates
REGISTER NOW
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Women's Division: Holiday Party at Venuti's
Enjoy a fun sit-down dinner with fellow women of the electrical industry of Chicago! This holiday event will include three hours of hosted bar, dinner, and raffle tickets. Registration is $130.00 per person for Women's Division Members and $140 for Women's Division Non-members.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP by November 15, 2024
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CISCO is excited to announce that nominations are officially open for its Project of the Year Awards.
This prestigious program, now in its 19th year, celebrates the outstanding achievements of Union contractors, skilled Tradespeople, and their teams who are shaping the future of Union construction. Whether it's groundbreaking infrastructure, sustainable development, or a showcase of craftsmanship, CISCO wants to hear about YOUR project!
CISCO’s Award Program gives general contractors, owners, engineers, and architects a chance to submit projects in six (6) different categories for recognition as those categories’ Project of the Year. (See 2023 winners here).
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Culture of Collaboration Workshop
Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago
We're embarking on an exciting journey to shape our future with diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at its core. We've partnered with Leadership Surge to bring a specially designed DEI program to the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago, and you’re invited to be a part of this transformative experience.
Please use the scheduling form below to secure a date and register your companies for the live 2-hr DEI Training session:
Scheduling Form
The goal is to have each company choose their preferred training and capture their contact information and preferred training location.
Here’s what's in store for us:
- Tailored Training Sessions: From senior leadership to our valued front-line employees, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to dive into interactive sessions that will empower us to lead and participate in a more inclusive workplace.
- Engaging Learning Formats: Whether it's live workshops or on-the-go learning through a mobile app, this program offers flexible ways to engage with DEI principles. Plus, Toolbox Talks will bring DEI conversations right into our daily routines.
- A United Effort: This isn't just training; it's a movement towards building a workplace where every voice is heard and every contribution valued. We're not just aiming for compliance; we're striving for commitment and change.
Program Intro
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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 2024. Please click on the link for the current listing. The registrations will be reimbursed to the applicable companies after the applicable Conference.
2024 Stipend Listings
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Beginning January 1, 2025, Employees Resource Systems, Inc. (ERS) will be doing business under the name, “AllOne Health.” While it is simply a name change, it also represents the commitment to improve the customer experience and innovate services to best meet your needs. Further updates will soon be available. In the meantime, please click here to review an updated promotional flyer that features the new logo.
Updated ERS
Promotional Toolkit: https://allonehealth.com/toolkit-ers/ for easier access to flyers, Insights Newsletters and much more.
How to Register for a Drug Screening
2024 Core Service Flyer
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Suicide Rate Among Construction Workers Hits Crisis Levels
Kevin O’Shea, president of Shamrock Electric Co., Inc., has one vital message to construction workers who are struggling with their mental health: call him.
It's a message he shares as much as possible, given the growing number of suicides among workers in the industry.
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IMSCA Update - 11/1/24
The Illinois Mechanical & Special Contractors Association (IMSCA) has selected the firm of Neil F. Flynn & Associates to take over their management role effective November 15, 2024.
CLICK HERE for background information regarding search and Neil F. Flynn & Associates.
The next IMSCA meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 6, at 10:00 a.m. at the Plumbing Contractors Association (PCA) 's new office, 900 Jorie Blvd., in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Please click the link below for a link to an Illinois General Assembly recap / IMSCA update:
IMSCA SUMMER UPDATE
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NECA 2025 Innovator of the Year
The NECA Innovator of the Year is awarded to an industry pioneer from a NECA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the entire NECA community. Winners are recognized at the annual MEP Innovation Conference hosted by NECA, MCAA, and SMACNA. The deadline for consideration is November 15, 2024.
Nominate Now
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EP 12: Essential Tech Maintaining Illinois' Wastewater Treatment Facilities
Step into Algonquin's state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility, where science and technology combine to process 3-4 million gallons of wastewater daily, ensuring clean water returns to the nearby Fox River.
Watch Now
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Contractors who sign up for the service will have exclusive access to an ELECTRI-specific solution through Document Crunch’s innovative platform.
Watch Demo Video
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Nancy Sheehy at nsheehy@documentcrunch.com.
Sign Up for Access
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CSC Safety Update
The Construction Safety Council offers it Quarterly update called "Real Hot is Really Dangerous" by
Robert Lahey, Chicagoland Construction Safety Council.
CLICK HERE for the New Report.
This FREE half-day training program informs workers about hazards associated with trenching and excavation operations. www.buildsafe.org. CLICK HERE for the flyer. Contact the CSC at: (708) 449-8604 for details.
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