Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) | Chicago & Cook County Chapter, NECA

The ECA wishes you a Happy New Year filled with joy, health, prosperity, and success. We hope you ring in the new year surrounded by family and friends! #HappyNewYear #WeAreNECA

We are wishing you and yours a safe and festive holiday season! #HappyHolidays #WeAreNECA

Katie Canino, Canino Electric Co. was recognized for her exemplary participation with the Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Executive Committee during the final Executive Committee meeting of 2024. Katie was acknowledged for serving 17 years on the ECA Executive Committee. She was given a special gavel plaque to honor the milestone. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gp-UriVq

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) had its Holiday Party on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The event was held at the Art Institute of Chicago in the iconic Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room. Over 120 were registered for this fun program of live music, dancing, excellent food and great company. We thank all that were able to participate! Learn More at: https://lnkd.in/g6ttnjBr

Happy Thanksgiving to our members, partners, and employees. ECA extends our thanks to you during this season of gratitude. We hope you all have a cozy and safe Thanksgiving weekend! #WeAreNECA

The City of Chicago held its 111th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 22, 2024. Powering Chicago was again proud to sponsor the event. Elbert Walters, III, Powering Chicago Executive Director was on hand at the ceremony and offered remarks on behalf of the industry. Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) member, Taylor Electric Company was the coordinating electrical contractor for this year’s event. Thank you, Kendra Dinkins and all the Taylor Electric Company crew for doing a spectacular job in illuminating the tree! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gxufxPyA

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. We thank all that were able to assist and promote this great industry! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gwTVFVAJ #WeAreNECA

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. The students would like to thank Patrick Hill, Territory Manager - JSS Electrical, Milwaukee Tool, for his special presentation regarding Milwaukee Tool. Read More: https://lnkd.in/ga7YtWkQ #WeAreNECA

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! Read More: https://lnkd.in/gW5pvGQp

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. Reports were given regarding the following Trusts / Committees: EJAB, EJATT, LMCC, Legislative, Safety, Research and Education, DEI (Culture of Collaboration), Young Professionals and the Student Committee. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gv5cD-44 #WeAreNECA