11/14/2024

"NECA Premier Partners Program" - November 12, 2024

The program was held at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel in Oak Brook, IL.

"NECA Premier Partners Program"
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hyatt Lodge Hotel

The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee was pleased to present a unique complimentary program. The "NECA Premier Partners Program" featured four (4) seminars and a special networking session. The sessions were facilitated by area / national representatives of four (4) NECA Premier Partners.  The "NECA Premier Partners Program" was held 8:00 am - 3:30 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024  at the Hyatt Lodge Hotel in Oak Brook, IL.

The program included the following:

Federated Insurance:
"Insurance Claims & Coverages You have insurance, but are you covered?

You have insurance, but are you covered? Insurance is complex and can be confusing. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how they can take more control of their insurance and risk management programs, which in turn should help reduce future costs.  

Presenter: Jared Henning, District Marketing Manager

Presenter: Kenny Keil, Marketing Representative

Graybar: 
“Helping Contractors Win More EVSE Projects and Making Them More Profitable”

This class will focus on helping contractors understand all the important pieces to the EVSE puzzle. It will point out key things to look for, strategies to employ, and pitfalls to avoid. The presentation will help you take first steps on getting started and preparation to build a profitable business around EV.

Presenter: Mike Shumway, Renewables Strategic Account Manager

 
Day & Night Solar: 
“Latest in the Solar Industry”

With this ever-changing industry you must stay up to date on all products available along with how to integrate the products when needed. DNS realizes to be effective and successful in driving large volumes of “profitable” projects to our contractors; we must arm contractors and ourselves with every market advantage. DNS will deliver a turnkey solution while managing as much or as little as the contractor may need. DNS will provide labor hours by tasks for the contractor that has never done a solar project or enter into a design build complex microgrid for the contractor that need that support.

Presenter:  Melinda Kershaw, Director of Marketing

Milwaukee Tool: 
“Embracing Technology in the Ever-Changing Electrical Industry”

In a rapidly evolving industry, staying ahead means embracing innovation & technology. During this session we will explore the latest innovations and technologies shaping the construction field. Learn how to apply these advancements to improve safety and productivity on your projects. Gain valuable insights into industry trends, leaving you well equipped to navigate the dynamic construction environment.

Presenter:  Megan Reily, Regional Manager JSS, Milwaukee Tool

Reception / Networking

We thank all of the speakers for their participation!

Pictured above, from Federated Insurance, left to right are:
 Jared Henning, District Marketing Manager and  Kenny Keil, Marketing Representative

Pictured above, from Graybar, is:
Mike Shumway, Renewables Strategic Account Manager

 

Pictured from left to right are:
Michael Shumway, Graybar; Melina Kershaw, Day & Night Solar; and
Patrick Hill and Megan Riley, Milwaukee Tool.

Pictured above, from Day & Night Solar, is:
Melinda Kershaw, Director of Marketing

Pictured above, from Milwaukee Tool, is:
 Megan Reily, Regional Manager JSS, Milwaukee Tool