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Welcome to the Electrical Contractors´ Association

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) is a construction trade association that provides business and labor relations services to nearly 600 electrical contractors in Cook County, Illinois.  ECA is also known as the Chicago and Cook County Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).  The Association works with its industry partner, Local Union #134 IBEW, to negotiate and administer labor agreements, coordinate apprentice and journeyman level training, as well as promote the industry on behalf of these employers.  Since 1903, ECA has provided educational opportunities and business services to not only to assist the electrical contractor by improving the business climate and bringing increased profitability, but to enrich future generations. ECA and IBEW Local 134 work hand in hand to provide a highly skilled, efficient and safe workforce for the City of Chicago and Cook County, Illinois. 

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"Leadership for the Field and Office" seminar - Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
03/25/2026

"Leadership for the Field and Office" seminar - Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Session was held at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center.

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was pleased to have sponsored an all-day seminar called, "Leadership for the Field and Office."

IMSCA Lobby Day Highlights - March 24, 2026
03/25/2026

IMSCA Lobby Day Highlights - March 24, 2026

The event was held in Springfield, IL.

The Illinois Mechanical & Specialty Contractors Association (IMSCA) held its Lobby Day on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 in Springfield, Illinois. The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) is a member of IMSCA and along with the efforts of ECA State Lobbyist, Chris Nybo, was able to meet with numerous legislators to discuss issues impacting the electrical construction industry.

ECA Membership Meeting Highlights - March 18, 2026
03/20/2026

ECA Membership Meeting Highlights - March 18, 2026

Session was held at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL.

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its March Regular Membership Meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL.

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March 25, 2026

"Leadership for the Field and Office" seminar - 2nd Date Added! - 3/25/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

The event to be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523

The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee workshop called, "Leadership for the Field and Office" is being conducted by Mark Federle, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the OPUS College of Engineering at Marquette University, and the program will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523 (630) 850-5555. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (Breakfast is to be available at 7:30 am.)

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April 2, 2026

"AI in Electrical Construction" 4/2/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

The event to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026. CLASS IS NOW FULL!

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.

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