Education & Training

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee plans annual continuing education programs to  keep ECA members on top of the latest technology and business practices, workforce development issues, and more so that they can lead the Chicagoland electrical construction industry.

Here is a snapshot of the 2019 programs.  Upcoming events are listed below.

September 2023

Fri
29
2023
September 29 - October 2, 2023

NECA 2023 Convention & Trade Show

September 29, 2023 - October 2, 2023

Philadelphia, PA

NECA 2023 Convention & Trade Show September 29, 2023 - October 2, 2023 Philadelphia, PA

October 2023

Tue
10
2023
October 10, 2023
7:30AM - 3:30PM

ECA / NECA Joint Safety Forum - Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at INTECH

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

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Safety Committee along with the Northeastern Illinois Chapter, NECA Safety Committee is proud to sponsor two programs, "NFPA 70B: Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance" - 2 hours, and “NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace" - 4 hour Refresher. DATE: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 TIME: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm LOCATION: IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, Illinois (708) 389-1340 INSTRUCTOR: Derek Vigstol, e-Hazard

Tue
17
2023
October 17, 2023
8:00AM - 10:00AM

"Diversifying Your Electrical Contracting Business" - Tuesday, October 17, 2023 - Please join us for this ECA Research and Education Committee program!

The event to be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 will be held at the Hyatt Lodge Conference Center.

The Hyatt Lodge Convention Center, 2715 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 568-1234.

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 8:00 am - 10:00 am "Diversifying Your Electrical Contracting Business" Josh Bone, ELECTRI Director The Hyatt Lodge Convention Center 2715 Jorie Blvd. Oak Brook, IL 60523 (630) 568-1234.

Wed
18
2023
October 18, 2023
12:00PM - 2:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 18, 2023

Wednesday, October 18, 2023 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.

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

ECA Membership Meeting October 18, 2023 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340

Thu
26
2023
October 26, 2023
6:00PM - 9:00PM CST

Young Professionals of ECA Chicago: Oktoberfest - SAVE THE DATE! - October 26, 2023.

The event will be held at BuckleDown Brewing in Lyons, IL

BuckleDown Brewing - 8700 47th St, Lyons, IL 60534

The Young Professionals of ECA Chicago are pleased to announce their next event at BuckleDown Brewing in Lyons, IL. All Young Professionals working for ECA Member Companies are welcome to attend!

November 2023

Wed
8
2023
November 8, 2023
12:00PM - 2:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 8, 2023

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - Nick Espinosa, Security Fanatics - Guest Speaker

Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Ctr. - Oak Brook, IL 60523 (630) 368-0300

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 8, 2023 Maggiano's Banquets 240 Oakbrook Ctr. Oak Brook, IL 60523 (630) 368-0300

Wed
15
2023
November 15, 2023
8:00AM - 11:00AM

"Auditing Your Tech Stack" - Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - Please join us for this  ECA Research and Education Committee program!

The event to be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 will be held at the Hyatt Lodge Conference Center.

The Hyatt Lodge Convention Center, 2715 Jorie Blvd., Oak Brook, IL 60523, (630) 568-1234.

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 8:00 am - 11:00 am "Auditing Your Tech Stack" To be facilitated by ELECTI International The Hyatt Lodge Convention Center 2715 Jorie Blvd. Oak Brook, IL 60523 (630) 568-1234.

January 2024

Thu
25
2024
January 25, 2024
11:30AM - 1:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - January 25, 2024

Thursday, January 25, 2024 -

Drury Lane Conference Center - 100 Drury Lane - Oakbrook Terrace, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Thursday, January 25, 2024 Drury Lane Conference Center Oakbrook Terrace, IL. This luncheon event is in conjunction with the Electric Association's Annual Conference.

February 2024

Wed
14
2024
February 14, 2024
12:00PM - 2:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - February 14, 2024

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

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

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Shaw's Crab House 1900 East Higgins Road Schaumburg, IL (847) 517-2722

March 2024

Tue
5
2024
March 5, 2024
7:00AM - 8:30AM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - March 5, 2024

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 -

Drury Lane Conference Center - 100 Drury Lane - Oakbrook Terrace, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Drury Lane Conference Center Oakbrook Terrace, IL. This is a Breakfast Meeting in conjunction with the CSC-ASA Construction Expo & Safety Conference.

April 2024

Wed
10
2024
April 10, 2024
11:45AM - 2:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 10, 2024

Luncheon Event

Union League Club of Chicago - 65 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604

April 10, 2024 Union League Club of Chicago 65 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60604

May 2024

Wed
15
2024
May 15, 2024
12:00PM - 2:00PM

ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 15, 2024 -

Luncheon Program

Truluck's Restaurant - 9860 Berwyn Avenue - Rosemont, IL

ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 15, 2024 Truluck's 9860 Berwyn Avenue Rosemont, IL