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IECRM CEO Marilyn Stansbury named one of Metro North’s top women in STEAM and Non-Traditional Careers
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What's Coming up
Events:
Thursday, October 24, 2019
5:00 PM-8:30 PM
Wellshire Inn & Event Center
Visit web page for a full line-up of NAW events!
CEUs:
Saturday, October 5, 2019
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
October 12, 2019
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
October 12, 2019
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Wednesdays, October 16 - November 20, 2019
5:30 PM-9:30 PM
October 18, 2019
4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Saturday, October 26, 2019
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday, November 2, 2019
8:00 AM-12:30 PM
Saturday, November 9, 2019
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday, November 9, 2019
8:00 AM-4:30 PM
National Apprenticeship Week
November 11 -15
Other Classes:
October 22 - December 3, 2019 5:30 PM-9:30 PM
FREE Forums & Workshops:
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Provided
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
View a list of all upcoming
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Greetings!
Welcome to October and the
LEADERSHIP ISSUE
of the
IECRM ENews
. We have a great deal to showcase, recognize, and value in the leadership that supports the electrical industry and our association.
This month we open nominations and hold elections for our 2020 IECRM Board of Directors. These are the engaged leaders of the industry who volunteer their time, share their talent and expertise to give back to the industry through strategic governance of the IECRM association. The
IECRM Board of Directors
helps lead our association and industry into the future. As an IECRM member, you play a leadership role in the industry by annually electing members of the board and serving on the committees and task forces that support our strategic initiatives.
October also brings
Careers in Construction Month
to increase public awareness and appreciation of construction craft professionals and to celebrate collective workforce development efforts. IECRM applauds the impactful work of
The Master’s Apprentice program
,
Colorado Construction Careers Now
, local workforce development boards, the CTE teams in our local school districts,
Emily Griffith Technical College
,
CSU Global Campus
, and other organizations we are in partnership with that result in awareness and employment in the industry and further advance career development of existing professionals.
We also celebrate the local and national Emerging Leaders who are developing themselves personally and professionally to light the pathway for the future of our industry. We have more than twenty participants in IECRM’s local chapter
Emerging Leaders program
which is in its eighth year. Next week, we will recognize an additional twenty individuals at the IEC National Convention (IEC-CON) including
five nominees
from IEC Rocky Mountain member companies!
The annual
IEC-CON
is the place many of our local company leaders will be gathered this year in St. Louis to learn, exchange, share and grow with other leaders in the electrical contracting and renewable energy sector. It’s not too late to book a flight and
“Meet Us in St. Louis,”
home of the
1904 World’s Fair “Palace of Electricity”
where electric streetcars, wireless telephony, and other advancements were showcased, including electric innovations to provide power, lighting, communications, and water to the exposition.
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This is also the time of the year where we begin to renew memberships of our industry partners who lead the industry in innovations, business solutions, and services that help our electrical contractor member companies best manage and grow. In each issue of ENews, we share thought leadership from our industry partners. Be sure to regularly review those articles from our partners (see below).
I think a lot about leadership at IECRM. About being an innovative chapter and apprenticeship training program in the IEC organization. About how we lead policy and advocacy on safety, workforce development, education, and general business issues for our members. About how we evolve as an association to provide benefits and services that meet the evolving needs of our members.
This month we recognize leadership
. And the collaborative, continuous improvement mindset of our members, partners, instructors, staff – and our apprentices – who will lead us there.
Also in this issue
:
Lead on!
Marilyn Akers Stansbury
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This important business event for the IECRM community brings together the full spectrum of members for a State of IECRM and State of the Industry presentation, and the Board of Directors election. This year’s event will be held once again at the historic Wellshire Inn and Event Center on Thursday, October 24th, 5-8:30pm. Get ready for sumptuous steak and gourmet sides!
RSVP today
for early bird tickets
(discount ends Fri. Oct. 4).
IECRM Board President David Scott, CEO Marilyn Akers Stansbury, and other key speakers will recognize notable accomplishments in our industry during the year and address important challenges we face, as well as business opportunities in the upcoming year.
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: There’s still time to nominate for Leadership!
It’s time for IECRM’s Board of Directors nominating process for 2019-2020 leadership to begin. And
we need you!
The IECRM Board of Directors helps guide our industry into the future by creating a strong business environment for electrical and energy contractors. As an IECRM Board member, you will impact our organization in many ways including driving performance and growth as well as shaping IECRM’s future. As a board member, your commitment and dedication serve as a beacon to others in the trades and community
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Mark your calendars for November 11-17, 2019
, to celebrate the 5TH annual National Apprenticeship Week across the country and especially here in Colorado.
IECRM will observe National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) through a week-long celebration that highlights the benefits of apprenticeship in preparing a highly-skilled workforce to meet the talent needs of employers across diverse industries.
Click here for details and a schedule of activities.
“It’s a great time to become an apprentice… especially with our newly formed partnership with Emily Griffith and CSU Global that provides greater educational opportunities and services to students seeking to pursue subsequent higher education upon completion of their electrical apprenticeship,” says IECRM Training Director, Paul Lingo...
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National Cyber Security Awareness Month, observed in October, was started by the National Cyber Security Division within the Department of Homeland Security and the nonprofit National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA). The initiative raises awareness about the importance of cybersecurity, reaching out to all Americans, public and private sector partners, and the international community about cyber threats.
This year, NCSAM will emphasize personal accountability and stress the importance of taking proactive steps to enhance cybersecurity at home and in the workplace. This year’s overarching message – Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT. – will focus on key areas including citizen privacy, consumer devices, and e-commerce security...
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IECRM
Parade of Lights
Float Rolls Again; Third Year Running
Lead the way for the Sparkling Ice Castle of the Future Float!
IECRM will once again repeat its performance in the 45th Annual 9NEWS Parade of Lights this holiday season with IECRM’s
Sparkling Ice Castle of the Future
Float that will include a few updates to the LED technology and an added new touch or two! In 2017, IECRM students, alumni, contractors, and industry partners designed and built the first new float in more than 30 years for Denver’s beloved electrical holiday parade. Our participation this year includes the float in the parade both nights, 40 walkers from the IECRM community each night to lead the way for the float to light up the streets of downtown, and our Annual Holiday Party.
You are especially invited to join us in the parade;
only 40 spots available. Walk with us and the float both nights of the parade, Friday, December 6th at 8 p.m. and Saturday, December 7th at 6 p.m. To participate in the parade, contact
Carrie Alleman
at
carrie@iecrm.org
.
In addition, put your mark on this year’s float. Volunteers are needed to help with float enhancements and crowd surprises in the parade this year. Contact Mary Beth Armburster at
marybeth@iecrm.org
Save the Date:
Join us for the IECRM holiday party and parade-viewing extravaganza on Friday, December 6, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Registration will open in late October.
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Women in business, government, and nonprofit positions benefit the Metro North region through their leadership and mentorship. The Metro North Chamber of Commerce recognizes women business leaders in our community who are making a difference in the lives of many at the Women of the Metro North Awards event. This year's awards were given out on September 18, 2019 at the Lionsgate Event Center in Lafayette.
This year’s honorees represent some of the most talented women in our region – leaders who are willing to give of themselves for the greater good and the benefit of our entire community -- recognized for their innovation, entrepreneurship, professional accomplishment, and community leadership.
IECRM CEO Marilyn Stansbury was among them in two categories: Non-Traditional Careers and STEAM. “It was incredible to be among such successful, talented and extraordinary women this year,” says Marilyn. “I am so honored.”
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Where is the electrical industry going and
who
is going to take us there? Both IEC National and IEC Rocky Mountain Chapter have identified some of our very own emerging leaders. Together we are working on leadership and the pathway to a better future for our industry.
The electrical contracting sector as a whole has started to provide emerging leaders with the tools to help grow and strengthen their careers and professional development opportunities. As part of this, we are taking the time to better understand the potential challenges and begin to develop solutions through working groups of emerging leaders. This is helping us gain insight and...
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IECRM’s Annual Policy Forum will be held at the Quarterly Membership Luncheon — All Welcome!
Thursday, November 14, 2019 (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM)
The IECRM Government Relations Committee will host the Annual Policy Forum as part of the 4th quarter Membership Luncheon and National Apprenticeship Week. IECRM members and their employees are invited to join us for this informative event to meet committee members, and learn how you can represent the industry at the state and federal level. Following the Policy Forum over lunch, join us to welcome new members, meet members of the IECRM Board of Directors, discover new and existing member and student benefits, discuss hot industry topics, and learn about what’s coming up at IECRM. Learn more...
click here.
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The Copper Connection
Grasmick Electric Corp
Amplitude Electric
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PLATINUM PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
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Milwaukee Tool
One Team. One Focus. The User.
Since the company began in 1924, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver increased productivity and unmatched durability for professional construction users. Their products, jobsite lighting, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and storage products are a worksite staple and continue to deliver a continuous flow of advanced, trade-specific solutions.
IECRM is proud to count Milwaukee Tool among its Platinum Partners. “Milwaukee Tool is very involved with our members and apprentices in safety and productivity on the jobsite through their thoughtfully designed, innovative solutions to keep users safe without slowing them down,” says Marilyn Stansbury. “They also sponsor IECRM’s Apprentice of the Month Program, and many of our signature events throughout the year.”...
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Get To Know Your CEO!
What do you want members and students to know about leading IECRM?
Since I joined IECRM in March 2015, I have been so proud to work in an environment where dedication, sustained growth, continuous learning, and positive impacts on the community are at the heart of our business leaders, partners, students, and staff. I am inspired by anyone in the industry who tells me the details of “that’s my project.” Having grown up in a family of mechanics, I have a deep appreciation for hard work, problem solving and technical skills -- the same things that our contractor members teach their teams.
Who is your hero or greatest role model?
I love learning from everyone who helps round out the world! Specifically, my dad taught...
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Tuesday, October 8, 2019
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
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Visit web page for a full line-up of NAW events!
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SAVE THE DATE:
IECRM Holiday Parade Party
Friday, December 6, 2019
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Registration will open in Oct.
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Risk Management Academy
Federated Insurance is offering
complimentary risk management training for all industries on
November 5-7, 2019. Through this valuable session, you will discover methods you can use immediately to help protect profits by reducing risk at your business.
READ MORE or
REGISTER NOW
Violence in the workplace has gained extra attention in the media lately. Shootings at large retail centers, medical professionals attacked by patients — high-profile occurrences such as these make the news, but for every headline-grabbing tragedy, thousands of events impact businesses, but are not publicized.
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Life insurance is something that you, as a business owner, frequently hear about. Everyone says you should have it, but has anyone ever explained why you need it or what it can do for you? September is Life Insurance Awareness Month — a perfect opportunity to take a closer look at this versatile tool and how it can be used to help meet both personal and business planning needs...
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Tax Efficiency
What it means; why it counts.
Presented by Greg B. Thomas
The after-tax return vs. the pretax return.
Everyone wants their investments to perform well. But for many investors it’s their after-tax return that may make all the difference. After all, even if your portfolio is earning double-digit returns, it may not matter if you’re also losing a percent of those earnings to taxes.
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Holding onto assets.
One method that may increase tax efficiency is to simply minimize buying and selling in order to manage your capital gains taxes. The idea is to pursue...
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Understanding the four types of workplace violence: What's your risk?
When you think of workplace violence, you may envision a disgruntled ex-employee returning to his/her former office with a gun. But that’s just one scenario. The full spectrum of workplace violence encompasses four main threats...
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Learn how to create a safe, pet-friendly workplace
With the unemployment rate in Colorado at a record low, employers are competing to retain employees — and unique benefits can help organizations stand out. Research shows that bringing dogs to work offers a number of benefits.
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The surprising element of flexibility your future workers will crave
Think flexible work means working from home? Think again — 38 percent of Colorado workers care more about when they work than where they work...
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Dinosaur Ridge unearths Pinnacol resources to address workplace safety risks
Showcasing one of the largest outdoor fossil collections in the country comes with risks to employees and visitors alike. In this case study, we dig deep into the diverse risks and solutions of Dinosaur Ridge...
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Kyndall Inskeep, daughter of IEC's own rockstars, Brian and Staci Inskeep, owners of
IECRM Contractor Member
InPwr, appears on NBC's The Voice this season.
Watch her debut!
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Free tables and chairs for IECRM members!
IECRM is adding a class and upgrading its Fort Collins location and we have
32 six-foot tables
and
64 chairs
that we need removed by Friday, October 11. We are offering them first-come, first-served to our members to pick up. In return, you may make a donation to the PAC. Items are in good condition! Please contact
Holly Andrews
at
holly@iecrm.org
or 303.853.4886 (M-F, 9-5) to coordinate a pick-up.
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