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LiveWire - December 2024
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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
Please note that the dress code for the evening is formal / cocktail attire. However, this is not a black tie / tuxedo event. Sportcoat / suit is fine for the occasion.
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November Membership Meeting | |
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The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its November Membership meeting as a Breakfast session. The program was held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Maggiano’s Banquets in Oak Brook, IL. Over 50 attendees were on hand for the Committee reports, Industry updates, and a special presentation by Nic Bittle, Work Force Pro called, “The Power of Empathy.”
We thank Nic for his thoughtful presentation!
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Foundational Components for Equity/LGBTQ+ Inclusion/Allyship in the Workplace. | |
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The ECA Research and Education Committee was proud to have sponsored the seminar, "Foundational Components for Equity / LGBTQ+ Inclusion / Allyship in the Workplace." The session was held as a post-Membership meeting program on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at Maggiano’s Banquets in Oak Brook, IL. The presentation was facilitated by Aster Gilbert, Manager of Training and Public Education, Center on Halsted.
We thank Aster Gilbert and the Center on Halsted for assisting with the program!
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NECA Premier Partners Program | |
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The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was pleased to present a unique complimentary program. The "NECA Premier Partners Program" featured four (4) seminars and a special networking session. The sessions were facilitated by area / national representatives of four (4) NECA Premier Partners. The "NECA Premier Partners Program" was held 8:00 am - 3:30 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel in Oak Brook, IL.
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NECA-IIT Student Chapter Session | |
As you are aware, the NECA - IIT Student Chapter is excited to participate in the upcoming Electrical Contracting Innovation Challenge sponsored by NECA and ELECTRI International. The challenge will begin in earnest in January 2025. Prior to that time, the students have had guest presenters throughout this semester to aid in familiarizing them with various aspects of the electrical construction industry. Milwaukee Tool is the latest industry-related entity to visit the students via an on-line presentation highlighting their particular specialties.
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INTECH Showcase & Open House | |
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The IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) coordinated a special Open House on November 15 – 16, 2024. The Showcase & Open House featured industry vendors, tours of the school, and numerous informational sessions that featured new tools, new technology discussions, solar news, safety and code updates. The event brought many contractors, potential apprentices, high school students, the community, in regard to learning more about the union electrical construction industry and the many opportunities offered.
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City of Chicago Christmas Tree Lighting | |
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Powering Chicago was a proud sponsor of the 111th Annual City of Chicago Holiday Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony that was held on Thursday, November 22, 2024 in Millennium Park in Chicago. Electrical Contractors' Association of City Chicago (ECA) member, Taylor Electric Company was the coordinating contractor for the tree lighting this year! The ECA commends Taylor Electric Company on such an illuminating project!
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Joint Safety Directors' Forum
(For Safety Directors, Only)
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Tuesday, December 10, 2024
11:30 am - 4:00 pm
Rich Harvest Farms (7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554)
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Safety Committee along with the Northeastern Illinois Chapter, NECA is proud to sponsor this special Joint Safety Directors' Forum, scheduled as follows:
Schedule:
11:30 am - 12 pm
Arrival & Check-in
12 pm - 1 pm
Lunch & Car Museum Tour
1 pm - 2 pm
Meeting
2 pm - 4 pm
Indoor Area
This program is complimentary to ECA/NECA Safety members (invitation only).
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
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ECA Regular Membership Meeting - January 16, 2025 (THURSDAY!)
The event is being held in conjunction with the
Electric Association's Annual Conference.
Please join us for the ECA Regular Membership Meeting.
This luncheon event is scheduled as follows:
Wednesday, January 16, 2025
Drury Lane Conference Center
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
(630) 530-8300
Registration / Networking: 11:30 am
Lunch begins: 11:45 am
Business Session: 12:00 pm
Event Concludes: 1:00 pm
The luncheon program will feature industry updates and guest presentation by Ryan James Boyle, VP and Senior Economist - Global Risk Management Division - Northern Trust regarding a Midwest Economic Forecast.
We do hope that you'll join us for this opportunity to meet and network with your peers in the industry!
You can register on the ECA website/link below or give the office a call at: (708) 531-0022.
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2025 ECA Research and Education Committee Update
The 2025 Education Programming Schedule is confirmed for 2025. Please click the link below for a full listing with links for registration!
CLICK HERE FOR LISTING
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Reasonable Suspicion/Sexual Harassment
Prevention Training Seminar
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Wednesday, January 29, 2025
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Maggiano's Banquets (240 Oakbrook Ctr. Oak Brook, IL 60523)
Presentation facilitated by Bill Heffernan, Screensafe, Inc.
Participants will learn signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol misuse and abuse, the importance of objective and factual documentation, strategies and approaches to successful interventions and procedures and protocols regarding reasonable suspicion testing. The presentations are to include discussion of the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act concerning employer obligations for Sexual Harassment Prevention Training and Reasonable Suspicion implementation.
This program is complimentary for ECA members!
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"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow"
Thursday, February 13, 2025
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Presented by Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group
Maggiano’s Banquets - Oak Brook, IL
Cash flow is one of the most important issues facing contractors today. As the market continues to stay strong, companies are faced with starting new projects, hiring staff, and investing in assets to support the business. More companies go bankrupt due to cash flow issues than due to profitability. Many things can and should be done to improve cash management practices. We will explore a range of tools and techniques, from simple to complex, that allow firms to manage and control cash flow. Examples include contractual negotiation strategies, pricing and bidding practices, development of cost and resource-loaded schedules that tie to billing activities in the schedule of values, use of 12-week cash flow forecasts, project closeout procedures, and managing the billings and collection cycle. An interactive cash flow simulation provides hands-on experience that enhances the learning outcomes.
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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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CSC Update
For a listing of coursework available through the Construction Safety Council (CSC) for the month of October 2024, please visit www.buildsafe.org.
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Get ready for the annual Construction Expo & Safety Conference on March 3-4, 2025 at the Drury Lane Conference Center in Oakbrook Terrace. Registration is now open, with a $100 DISCOUNT available on purchases of the All-Access Pass until January 31.
This two-day event features 24 safety training sessions, a business-to-business tradeshow on March 4, a Keynote Speaker, and unparalleled opportunities to connect with fellow industry professionals.
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