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.
Chicago and Cook County: Chapter of NECA
Latest News
11/13/2025
"Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees" Seminar Highlights - November 13, 2025
This session was held at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL.
The ECA Research and Education Committee was proud to have sponsored a seminar called, "Increasing Engagement, Retention, and Development for Employees." This program was held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL. Stephane McShane, Maxim Consulting Group was the Facilitator. This was the final educational session for 2025.
11/12/2025
ECA Membership Meeting Highlights - November 12, 2025
Breakfast session was held at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago's (ECA's) November Membership Meeting was held on Wednesday, November 15, 2025 at Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, IL. This breakfast session had nearly 50 in attendance. The ECA welcomed new member, Meany Inc.!
11/07/2025
The Electric Association (EA) Awards Program - 11/6/25
Frank Gurtz, Gurtz Electric Co. inducted into EA Hall of Fame!
The Electric Association (EA) Awards Dinner was held on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at The Carlisle Banquets in Lombard, IL. The Electric Association Awards program recognizes leadership and excellence in the Chicagoland Electrical Industry. The dinner program was highlighted by the EA “Hall of Fame” inductions and the EA Gold Medal Award ceremony. Congratulations goes to ECA member, Frank Gurtz, Gurtz Electric Co., as he was inducted into the EA Hall of Fame!
Upcoming Events
Wed
3
2025
December 3 - 4, 2025
RE+ Midwest
December 3-4, 2025
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
Powering Chicago is covering the cost of the Expo Hall‑only pass for all eligible signatory contractors that are interested. Expo Hall Pass Includes: Access to Expo Hall and Show Floor Theater Business Labs and General Sessions (This pass does not include education tracks or full-conference sessions)
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6
2025
December 6, 2025
ECA President's Party & Holiday Celebration --
ECA Holiday Party is on December 6, 2025
Morgan Manufacturing- Fulton Market District / Emily Hotel
ECA Holiday Party -- Saturday, December 6, 2025 Morgan Manufacturing -- 401 N. Morgan Street in Chicago, IL 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm This event includes an optional complimentary overnight stay at the Emily Hotel -Arrival on Saturday, December 6 with Departure on Sunday, December 7. (Final day to secure a room is November 12 or earlier if room block is full).
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