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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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ECA YP Leadership Event - May 14, 2026
05/15/2026

ECA YP Leadership Event - May 14, 2026

Session was held at the Axeclusive Axe Throwing & VIP Lounge in Schiller Park, IL.

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Young Professional (YP) Leadership event was held on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the Axeclusive Axe Throwing & VIP Lounge in Schiller Park, IL. Alex Willis, Leadership Surge, gave a presentation regarding Stress Management.

ECA Membership Meeting Highlights - May 13, 2026
05/15/2026

ECA Membership Meeting Highlights - May 13, 2026

Session was held at the East Bank Club - Chicago, IL

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its May Membership Meeting on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at the East Bank Club in Chicago.

"Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects" - May 13, 2026
05/15/2026

"Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects" - May 13, 2026

Session was held at the East Bank Club in Chicago

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was proud to sponsor a complimentary pre-Membership Meeting seminar called, “Navigating OCIP and CCIP on Projects.” The guest presenters were Patrick Johnson, MarshMcLennan Agency and Rod Dettbarn, Hub International. The program was held on May 13, 2026 at the East Bank Club in Chicago.

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May 18 - 20, 2026

NECA 2026 Safety Professionals Conference

May 18 - 20, 2026

The Peachtree Plaza - Atlanta, GA

NECA 2026 Safety Professionals Conference May 18 - 20, 2026 The Westin Peachtree Plaza Atlanta, GA

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May 27, 2026

Special Retirement Reception for Gina Floro

May 27, 2026

Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 60523

Please join us for a Special Retirement Reception for Gina Floro! Wednesday, May 27,2026 Gibsons Steakhouse 2105 Spring Road Oak Brook, IL 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Open House format)

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