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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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The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its February Membership Meeting on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
02/14/2025

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its February Membership Meeting on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.

The program was held at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL.

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) held its February Membership Meeting on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. The breakfast session was held at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL.

"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" seminar -- (2/13/25)
02/14/2025

"Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" seminar -- (2/13/25)

The program was held at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL.

The ECA Research and Education Committee was proud to sponsor the "Managing the Lifeblood of Contracting - Cash Flow" seminar. The session was held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Maggiano's Banquets in Oak Brook, IL. The half-day program was facilitated by Shaabini Alford, Maxim Consulting Group.

Illinois Green Alliance Annual Meeting - Feb. 6, 2025
02/07/2025

Illinois Green Alliance Annual Meeting - Feb. 6, 2025

The program was held at the Willis Tower Skydeck.

The Illinois Green Alliance (formerly the Illinois Chapter of the US Green Building Council (USGBC) held their Annual Meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The event was held on the Willis Tower’s Skydeck (99th Floor).

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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

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February 22, 2025

Electric Golf Dinner Dance

Saturday, February 22, 2025

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Electric Golf Club Dinner Dance Saturday, February 22, 2025 TBA

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