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April 2024

Tue
16
2024
April 16 - December 31, 2024

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

In a constantly evolving world, the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplaces has never been more critical. It is with great excitement that we introduce a pioneering DEI program tailored specifically for the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago

December 2024

Sat
7
2024
December 7, 2024
6:00PM - 10:00PM CST

ECA Chicago's 2024 President's Party & Holiday Celebration

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Art Institute of Chicago - 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

Celebrate the holiday season with ECA at the Art Institute of Chicago!

Tue
10
2024
December 10, 2024
11:30AM - 4:00PM

Joint Safety Directors' Forum - Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (For Safety Directors, Only)

The event is to be held at Rich Harvest Farms.

7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

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: DATE: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 TIME: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 pm (Arrival & Check-in) 12:00 pm - 1:00 (Lunch & Car Museum Tour) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Meeting) 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Indoor Area) LOCATION: Rich Harvest Farms 7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

January 2025

Wed
15
2025
January 15 - 17, 2025

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025

January 15 - January 17, 2025

La Quinta Resort & Club - La Qunita, CA

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025 January 15 - January 17, 2025 La Quinta Resort & Club 49-499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta, CA 92253

Thu
16
2025
January 16, 2025
11:30AM - 1:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - January 16, 2025 (THURSDAY!)

The event is being held on Thursday, January 16, 2025 (in conjunction with the EA Annual Conference)

Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

ECA Membership Meeting Thursday, January16, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

Mon
27
2025
January 27 - 30, 2025

2025 MEP Innovation Conference

January 27 - 30, 2025

The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown - Los Angeles, CA

2025 MEP Innovation Conference January 27 - 30, 2025 The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Wed
29
2025
January 29, 2025
8:00AM - 12:00PM

Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (1/29/25)

The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room).

February 2025

Wed
12
2025
February 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - February 12, 2025

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Breakfast Session!

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523 Breakfast Session!

Thu
13
2025
February 13, 2025

"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" - February 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room)

Thursday, February 13, 2025 "Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
February 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Future Leaders Conference - February 19 - 21, 2025

Renaissance Nashville Hotel

Renaissance Nashville Hotel - Nashville, TN

NECA Future Leaders Conference February 19 - 21, 2025 Renaissance Nashville Hotel Nashville, TN

March 2025

Mon
3
2025
March 3 - 4, 2025

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference

March 3 - 4, 2025

Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference March 3 - 4, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Thu
13
2025
March 13, 2025

"Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage" - March 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Thursday, March 13, 2025 "Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage." 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Multi-Purpose Room) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
March 19, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - March 19, 2025

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -

Mastro's Steakhouse- 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Mastro's Steakhouse - 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654 The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.

April 2025

Sun
6
2025
April 6 - 7, 2025

Women in NECA Conference

April 6 - 7, 2025

Hollywood Florida

Women in NECA Conference April 6 - 7, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Mon
7
2025
April 7 - 9, 2025

NECA Now Conference

April 7 - 9, 2025

Hollywood Florida

NECA Now Conference April 7 - 9, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Wed
16
2025
April 16, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 16, 2025

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 -

Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Avenue - Rosemont, IL 60018

Mon
28
2025
April 28 - 30, 2025

NECA Legislative Conference

April 28 - 30, 2025 (Tentative Dates)

Washington, D.C.

NECA Legislative Conference April 28 - 30, 2025 Washington, D.C.

May 2025

Mon
12
2025
May 12 - 14, 2025

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " - May 12 - 14, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for each of the three days) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Multi-Purpose Room Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator

Wed
14
2025
May 14, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 14, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 ELECTRI International & NECA Government Affairs presentations.

Mon
19
2025
May 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Safety Professionals Conference

May 19 - 21, 2025

Des Moines, IA

NECA Safety Professionals Conference May 19 - 21, 2025 Des Moines, IA

September 2025

Wed
10
2025
September 10, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 10, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 -

Shaw's Crab House - 1900 Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Shaw's Crab House - 1900 East Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL - Normandie Room (2nd Floor) The ECA welcomes State Lobbyist, Chris Nybo & Mike Alvarez, Chicago Lobbyist as the guest speakers.

Fri
12
2025
September 12 - 15, 2025

NECA Convention & Trade Show

September 12 - 15, 2025

Chicago, IL

NECA Convention & Trade Show September 12 - 15, 2025 Chicago, IL

October 2025

Mon
6
2025
October 6 - 8, 2025

"Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" - October 6 - 8, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, October 6 - 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 "Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for the first two days; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm on the third day) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator Walead Atiyeh, NECA Training Faculty Member / Consultant - Facilitator

Wed
8
2025
October 8, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 8, 2025

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803

ECA Membership Meeting October 8, 2025 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340

Thu
16
2025
October 16, 2025

"Project Planning for Small Projects " - October 16, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel - Oak Brook, IL.

Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, October 16, 2025 "Project Planning for Small Projects" Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL Q Room (seminar) / Piazza area (breakfast / lunch) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mark, Federle, Marquette University - Facilitator

November 2025

Wed
12
2025
November 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 12, 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - BREAKFAST SESSION!

Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

Thu
13
2025
November 13, 2025

"Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" - November 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, November 13, 2025 "Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephane McShane, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

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Business

April 2024

Tue
16
2024
April 16 - December 31, 2024

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

In a constantly evolving world, the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplaces has never been more critical. It is with great excitement that we introduce a pioneering DEI program tailored specifically for the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago

December 2024

Sat
7
2024
December 7, 2024
6:00PM - 10:00PM CST

ECA Chicago's 2024 President's Party & Holiday Celebration

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Art Institute of Chicago - 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

Celebrate the holiday season with ECA at the Art Institute of Chicago!

Tue
10
2024
December 10, 2024
11:30AM - 4:00PM

Joint Safety Directors' Forum - Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (For Safety Directors, Only)

The event is to be held at Rich Harvest Farms.

7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

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: DATE: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 TIME: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 pm (Arrival & Check-in) 12:00 pm - 1:00 (Lunch & Car Museum Tour) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Meeting) 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Indoor Area) LOCATION: Rich Harvest Farms 7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

January 2025

Wed
15
2025
January 15 - 17, 2025

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025

January 15 - January 17, 2025

La Quinta Resort & Club - La Qunita, CA

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025 January 15 - January 17, 2025 La Quinta Resort & Club 49-499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta, CA 92253

Thu
16
2025
January 16, 2025
11:30AM - 1:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - January 16, 2025 (THURSDAY!)

The event is being held on Thursday, January 16, 2025 (in conjunction with the EA Annual Conference)

Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

ECA Membership Meeting Thursday, January16, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

Mon
27
2025
January 27 - 30, 2025

2025 MEP Innovation Conference

January 27 - 30, 2025

The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown - Los Angeles, CA

2025 MEP Innovation Conference January 27 - 30, 2025 The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Wed
29
2025
January 29, 2025
8:00AM - 12:00PM

Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (1/29/25)

The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room).

February 2025

Wed
12
2025
February 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - February 12, 2025

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Breakfast Session!

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523 Breakfast Session!

Thu
13
2025
February 13, 2025

"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" - February 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room)

Thursday, February 13, 2025 "Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
February 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Future Leaders Conference - February 19 - 21, 2025

Renaissance Nashville Hotel

Renaissance Nashville Hotel - Nashville, TN

NECA Future Leaders Conference February 19 - 21, 2025 Renaissance Nashville Hotel Nashville, TN

March 2025

Mon
3
2025
March 3 - 4, 2025

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference

March 3 - 4, 2025

Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference March 3 - 4, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Thu
13
2025
March 13, 2025

"Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage" - March 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Thursday, March 13, 2025 "Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage." 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Multi-Purpose Room) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
March 19, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - March 19, 2025

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -

Mastro's Steakhouse- 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Mastro's Steakhouse - 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654 The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.

April 2025

Sun
6
2025
April 6 - 7, 2025

Women in NECA Conference

April 6 - 7, 2025

Hollywood Florida

Women in NECA Conference April 6 - 7, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Mon
7
2025
April 7 - 9, 2025

NECA Now Conference

April 7 - 9, 2025

Hollywood Florida

NECA Now Conference April 7 - 9, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Wed
16
2025
April 16, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 16, 2025

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 -

Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Avenue - Rosemont, IL 60018

Mon
28
2025
April 28 - 30, 2025

NECA Legislative Conference

April 28 - 30, 2025 (Tentative Dates)

Washington, D.C.

NECA Legislative Conference April 28 - 30, 2025 Washington, D.C.

May 2025

Mon
12
2025
May 12 - 14, 2025

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " - May 12 - 14, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for each of the three days) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Multi-Purpose Room Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator

Wed
14
2025
May 14, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 14, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 ELECTRI International & NECA Government Affairs presentations.

Mon
19
2025
May 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Safety Professionals Conference

May 19 - 21, 2025

Des Moines, IA

NECA Safety Professionals Conference May 19 - 21, 2025 Des Moines, IA

September 2025

Wed
10
2025
September 10, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 10, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 -

Shaw's Crab House - 1900 Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Shaw's Crab House - 1900 East Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL - Normandie Room (2nd Floor) The ECA welcomes State Lobbyist, Chris Nybo & Mike Alvarez, Chicago Lobbyist as the guest speakers.

Fri
12
2025
September 12 - 15, 2025

NECA Convention & Trade Show

September 12 - 15, 2025

Chicago, IL

NECA Convention & Trade Show September 12 - 15, 2025 Chicago, IL

October 2025

Mon
6
2025
October 6 - 8, 2025

"Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" - October 6 - 8, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, October 6 - 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 "Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for the first two days; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm on the third day) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator Walead Atiyeh, NECA Training Faculty Member / Consultant - Facilitator

Wed
8
2025
October 8, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 8, 2025

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803

ECA Membership Meeting October 8, 2025 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340

Thu
16
2025
October 16, 2025

"Project Planning for Small Projects " - October 16, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel - Oak Brook, IL.

Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, October 16, 2025 "Project Planning for Small Projects" Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL Q Room (seminar) / Piazza area (breakfast / lunch) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mark, Federle, Marquette University - Facilitator

November 2025

Wed
12
2025
November 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 12, 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - BREAKFAST SESSION!

Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

Thu
13
2025
November 13, 2025

"Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" - November 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, November 13, 2025 "Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephane McShane, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

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Education

April 2024

Tue
16
2024
April 16 - December 31, 2024

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

In a constantly evolving world, the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplaces has never been more critical. It is with great excitement that we introduce a pioneering DEI program tailored specifically for the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago

December 2024

Tue
10
2024
December 10, 2024
11:30AM - 4:00PM

Joint Safety Directors' Forum - Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (For Safety Directors, Only)

The event is to be held at Rich Harvest Farms.

7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

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: DATE: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 TIME: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 pm (Arrival & Check-in) 12:00 pm - 1:00 (Lunch & Car Museum Tour) 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Meeting) 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Indoor Area) LOCATION: Rich Harvest Farms 7S771 Dugan Road Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554 (630) 466-7610

January 2025

Wed
15
2025
January 15 - 17, 2025

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025

January 15 - January 17, 2025

La Quinta Resort & Club - La Qunita, CA

ELECTRI Winter Council Meeting 2025 January 15 - January 17, 2025 La Quinta Resort & Club 49-499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta, CA 92253

Thu
16
2025
January 16, 2025
11:30AM - 1:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - January 16, 2025 (THURSDAY!)

The event is being held on Thursday, January 16, 2025 (in conjunction with the EA Annual Conference)

Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

ECA Membership Meeting Thursday, January16, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL (630) 530-8300

Mon
27
2025
January 27 - 30, 2025

2025 MEP Innovation Conference

January 27 - 30, 2025

The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown - Los Angeles, CA

2025 MEP Innovation Conference January 27 - 30, 2025 The InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Wed
29
2025
January 29, 2025
8:00AM - 12:00PM

Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (1/29/25)

The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room).

February 2025

Wed
12
2025
February 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - February 12, 2025

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Breakfast Session!

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523 Breakfast Session!

Thu
13
2025
February 13, 2025

"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" - February 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room)

Thursday, February 13, 2025 "Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
February 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Future Leaders Conference - February 19 - 21, 2025

Renaissance Nashville Hotel

Renaissance Nashville Hotel - Nashville, TN

NECA Future Leaders Conference February 19 - 21, 2025 Renaissance Nashville Hotel Nashville, TN

March 2025

Mon
3
2025
March 3 - 4, 2025

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference

March 3 - 4, 2025

Drury Lane Conference Center, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

CSC / ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference March 3 - 4, 2025 Drury Lane Conference Center 100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

Thu
13
2025
March 13, 2025

"Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage" - March 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Thursday, March 13, 2025 "Labor Cost - Convert Your Biggest Risk To Your Biggest Advantage." 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Multi-Purpose Room) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

Wed
19
2025
March 19, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - March 19, 2025

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 -

Mastro's Steakhouse- 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Mastro's Steakhouse - 520 N .Dearborn Street. - Chicago, IL 60654 The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.

April 2025

Sun
6
2025
April 6 - 7, 2025

Women in NECA Conference

April 6 - 7, 2025

Hollywood Florida

Women in NECA Conference April 6 - 7, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Mon
7
2025
April 7 - 9, 2025

NECA Now Conference

April 7 - 9, 2025

Hollywood Florida

NECA Now Conference April 7 - 9, 2025 Hollywood, FL

Wed
16
2025
April 16, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 16, 2025

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 -

Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Truluck's Steakhouse - 9860 Berwyn Avenue - Rosemont, IL 60018

Mon
28
2025
April 28 - 30, 2025

NECA Legislative Conference

April 28 - 30, 2025 (Tentative Dates)

Washington, D.C.

NECA Legislative Conference April 28 - 30, 2025 Washington, D.C.

May 2025

Mon
12
2025
May 12 - 14, 2025

"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " - May 12 - 14, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, May 12 - 2025 - Wednesday, May 14, 2025 "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction " 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for each of the three days) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Multi-Purpose Room Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator

Wed
14
2025
May 14, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 14, 2025

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 ELECTRI International & NECA Government Affairs presentations.

Mon
19
2025
May 19 - 21, 2025

NECA Safety Professionals Conference

May 19 - 21, 2025

Des Moines, IA

NECA Safety Professionals Conference May 19 - 21, 2025 Des Moines, IA

September 2025

Wed
10
2025
September 10, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 10, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 -

Shaw's Crab House - 1900 Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Shaw's Crab House - 1900 East Higgins Road - Schaumburg, IL - Normandie Room (2nd Floor) The ECA welcomes State Lobbyist, Chris Nybo & Mike Alvarez, Chicago Lobbyist as the guest speakers.

Fri
12
2025
September 12 - 15, 2025

NECA Convention & Trade Show

September 12 - 15, 2025

Chicago, IL

NECA Convention & Trade Show September 12 - 15, 2025 Chicago, IL

October 2025

Mon
6
2025
October 6 - 8, 2025

"Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" - October 6 - 8, 2025

The event to be held on Monday, October 6, 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at INTECH.

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

Monday, October 6 - 2025 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025 "Advanced Estimating of Electrical Construction / Calculating Shop Burden" 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (for the first two days; 8:00 am - 12:00 pm on the third day) IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL. Jim Johannemann, NECA Estimating Training Faculty Member - Facilitator Walead Atiyeh, NECA Training Faculty Member / Consultant - Facilitator

Wed
8
2025
October 8, 2025
12:00PM - 2:30PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 8, 2025

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803

ECA Membership Meeting October 8, 2025 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340

Thu
16
2025
October 16, 2025

"Project Planning for Small Projects " - October 16, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel - Oak Brook, IL.

Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, October 16, 2025 "Project Planning for Small Projects" Hyatt Lodge Hotel - 2815 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL Q Room (seminar) / Piazza area (breakfast / lunch) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mark, Federle, Marquette University - Facilitator

November 2025

Wed
12
2025
November 12, 2025
8:00AM - 10:00AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 12, 2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - BREAKFAST SESSION!

Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

Thu
13
2025
November 13, 2025

"Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" - November 13, 2025

The event to be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL

Thursday, November 13, 2025 "Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephane McShane, Maxim Consulting Group - Facilitator

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Social

April 2024

Tue
16
2024
April 16 - December 31, 2024

Culture of Collaboration Workshop

Transforming Our Industry Together: Introducing the DEI Program for ECA of Chicago

In a constantly evolving world, the power of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplaces has never been more critical. It is with great excitement that we introduce a pioneering DEI program tailored specifically for the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) of Chicago

December 2024

Sat
7
2024
December 7, 2024
6:00PM - 10:00PM CST

ECA Chicago's 2024 President's Party & Holiday Celebration

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Art Institute of Chicago - 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603

Celebrate the holiday season with ECA at the Art Institute of Chicago!

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