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April 2026
Thu
2
2026
April 2, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" 4/2/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026. CLASS IS NOW FULL!
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion
April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 516 N. Clark - Chicago, IL
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion April 8, 2026 Maggiano's Banquets 516 N. Clark Chicago, IL 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 8, 2026
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 8,2026 Maggiano's Little Italy - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654 Antinori and Orvieto Rooms The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.
Mon
13
2026
April 13 - 15, 2026
2026 NECA Emerge Conference
April 13 - 15, 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis - Atlanta, GA
2026 NECA Emerge Conference April 13 - 15, 2026 Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atlanta, GA
Tue
14
2026
April 14, 2026
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit
April 14, 2026
The Drake Hotel - Chicago
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit April 14, 2026 The Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton Place LG Group, ZSD Development, The City of Chicago and more on how they're working together across the project team and financing challenges to transform the skyline Chicago, IL 8:00 am
Thu
16
2026
April 16, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 2nd Session IS FULL! - 4/16/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523 (630) 850-5555.
Thu
23
2026
April 23, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (4/23/26)
The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room). This seminar fulfills City & State requirement for Annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.
Sat
25
2026
April 25, 2026
- Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” -
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” Saturday, April 25, 2026 Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Mon
27
2026
April 27 - 29, 2026
"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" - April 27 - 29, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" seminar on Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
May 2026
Mon
4
2026
May 4 - 6, 2026
NECA Legislative Conference
May 4 - 6, 2026
Washington, D.C.
NECA Legislative Conference May 4 - 6, 2026 Willard Intercontinental Hotel Washington, D.C.
Thu
7
2026
May 7, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards
May 7, 2026
Morgan Manufacturing- Fulton Market District
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards Morgan Manufacturing 401 N. Morgan Street Chicago, IL 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue
12
2026
May 12, 2026
Document Crunch Webinar - May 12, 2026
Informational Webinar at 11:00 am
Join us for a live training on your complimentary NECA/ELECTRI member benefit. Meet the Document Crunch team directly, get your account activated, and discover how this free AI-powered platform helps you quickly identify and manage risk in your construction contracts and specifications.
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
10:30AM - 11:30AM
“Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Seminar East Bank Club -- May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 North Riverview Room “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Complimentary Seminar
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 South Riverview Room The ECA welcomes Kaitlin DeBlasio, Client Relations Manager, AllOne Health, as the guest speaker.
Fri
15
2026
May 15, 2026
2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit
May 15, 2026
Halter Wildlife, Inc. - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit Halter Wildlife Inc 9626 113th Street Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Mon
18
2026
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
Thu
28
2026
May 28, 2026
"Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" 5/28/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Crew level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" seminar on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
June 2026
Wed
3
2026
June 3 - 4, 2026
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026 The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa 269 Fontana Blvd. Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI 53125
Thu
4
2026
June 4, 2026
2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards
June 4, 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards June 4, 2026 Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Thu
11
2026
June 11, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 3rd Session! - 6/11/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, June11, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (630) 368-0300.
Mon
15
2026
June 15 - 17, 2026
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference
June 15 - 17, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel - Pittsburgh, PA
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference June 15 - 17, 2026 Omni William Penn Hotel Pittsburgh, PA
September 2026
Wed
9
2026
September 9, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 -
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room
Mon
21
2026
September 21 - 22, 2026
"Advanced Estimating Strategies" - September 21 - 22, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day)
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Advanced Estimating Strategies" seminar on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
October 2026
Sun
4
2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
NECA Convention & Trade Show 2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
NECA Convention & Trade Show October 4 - 7, 2026 Las Vegas, NV
Thu
15
2026
October 15, 2026
"Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" seminar - 10/15/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee workshop called, "Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" is being conducted by Mark Federle, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the OPUS College of Engineering at Marquette University, and the program will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street in Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am.)
Wed
21
2026
October 21, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 21, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803
ECA Membership Meeting October 21, 2026 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340
November 2026
Wed
11
2026
November 11, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 -
Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL Oak I Room
Thu
12
2026
November 12, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
"Managing Work in Progress" - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm - 11/12/2026
The event to be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Managing Work in Progress" seminar on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL - Barbarossa Room) (630) 368-0300. (Breakfast to be available at 7:45 am).
Business
April 2026
Thu
2
2026
April 2, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" 4/2/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026. CLASS IS NOW FULL!
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion
April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 516 N. Clark - Chicago, IL
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion April 8, 2026 Maggiano's Banquets 516 N. Clark Chicago, IL 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 8, 2026
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 8,2026 Maggiano's Little Italy - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654 Antinori and Orvieto Rooms The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.
Mon
13
2026
April 13 - 15, 2026
2026 NECA Emerge Conference
April 13 - 15, 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis - Atlanta, GA
2026 NECA Emerge Conference April 13 - 15, 2026 Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atlanta, GA
Tue
14
2026
April 14, 2026
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit
April 14, 2026
The Drake Hotel - Chicago
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit April 14, 2026 The Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton Place LG Group, ZSD Development, The City of Chicago and more on how they're working together across the project team and financing challenges to transform the skyline Chicago, IL 8:00 am
Thu
16
2026
April 16, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 2nd Session IS FULL! - 4/16/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523 (630) 850-5555.
Thu
23
2026
April 23, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (4/23/26)
The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room). This seminar fulfills City & State requirement for Annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.
Sat
25
2026
April 25, 2026
- Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” -
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” Saturday, April 25, 2026 Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Mon
27
2026
April 27 - 29, 2026
"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" - April 27 - 29, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" seminar on Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
May 2026
Mon
4
2026
May 4 - 6, 2026
NECA Legislative Conference
May 4 - 6, 2026
Washington, D.C.
NECA Legislative Conference May 4 - 6, 2026 Willard Intercontinental Hotel Washington, D.C.
Thu
7
2026
May 7, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards
May 7, 2026
Morgan Manufacturing- Fulton Market District
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards Morgan Manufacturing 401 N. Morgan Street Chicago, IL 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue
12
2026
May 12, 2026
Document Crunch Webinar - May 12, 2026
Informational Webinar at 11:00 am
Join us for a live training on your complimentary NECA/ELECTRI member benefit. Meet the Document Crunch team directly, get your account activated, and discover how this free AI-powered platform helps you quickly identify and manage risk in your construction contracts and specifications.
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
10:30AM - 11:30AM
“Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Seminar East Bank Club -- May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 North Riverview Room “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Complimentary Seminar
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 South Riverview Room The ECA welcomes Kaitlin DeBlasio, Client Relations Manager, AllOne Health, as the guest speaker.
Fri
15
2026
May 15, 2026
2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit
May 15, 2026
Halter Wildlife, Inc. - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit Halter Wildlife Inc 9626 113th Street Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Mon
18
2026
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
Thu
28
2026
May 28, 2026
"Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" 5/28/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Crew level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" seminar on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
June 2026
Wed
3
2026
June 3 - 4, 2026
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026 The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa 269 Fontana Blvd. Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI 53125
Thu
4
2026
June 4, 2026
2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards
June 4, 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards June 4, 2026 Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Thu
11
2026
June 11, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 3rd Session! - 6/11/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, June11, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (630) 368-0300.
Mon
15
2026
June 15 - 17, 2026
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference
June 15 - 17, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel - Pittsburgh, PA
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference June 15 - 17, 2026 Omni William Penn Hotel Pittsburgh, PA
September 2026
Wed
9
2026
September 9, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 -
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room
Mon
21
2026
September 21 - 22, 2026
"Advanced Estimating Strategies" - September 21 - 22, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day)
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Advanced Estimating Strategies" seminar on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
October 2026
Sun
4
2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
NECA Convention & Trade Show 2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
NECA Convention & Trade Show October 4 - 7, 2026 Las Vegas, NV
Thu
15
2026
October 15, 2026
"Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" seminar - 10/15/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee workshop called, "Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" is being conducted by Mark Federle, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the OPUS College of Engineering at Marquette University, and the program will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street in Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am.)
Wed
21
2026
October 21, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 21, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803
ECA Membership Meeting October 21, 2026 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340
November 2026
Wed
11
2026
November 11, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 -
Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL Oak I Room
Thu
12
2026
November 12, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
"Managing Work in Progress" - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm - 11/12/2026
The event to be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Managing Work in Progress" seminar on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL - Barbarossa Room) (630) 368-0300. (Breakfast to be available at 7:45 am).
Education
April 2026
Thu
2
2026
April 2, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" 4/2/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026. CLASS IS NOW FULL!
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion
April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 516 N. Clark - Chicago, IL
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - Chicago Fire Stadium Panel & Discussion April 8, 2026 Maggiano's Banquets 516 N. Clark Chicago, IL 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Wed
8
2026
April 8, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - April 8, 2026
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Maggiano's Banquets - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, April 8,2026 Maggiano's Little Italy - 111 W. Grand - Chicago, IL 60654 Antinori and Orvieto Rooms The ECA welcomes Commissioner Marlene Hopkins, Chicago Department of Buildings as the guest speaker.
Mon
13
2026
April 13 - 15, 2026
2026 NECA Emerge Conference
April 13 - 15, 2026
Atlanta Marriott Marquis - Atlanta, GA
2026 NECA Emerge Conference April 13 - 15, 2026 Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atlanta, GA
Tue
14
2026
April 14, 2026
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit
April 14, 2026
The Drake Hotel - Chicago
Bisnow Chicago CRE Construction and Development Summit April 14, 2026 The Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton Place LG Group, ZSD Development, The City of Chicago and more on how they're working together across the project team and financing challenges to transform the skyline Chicago, IL 8:00 am
Thu
16
2026
April 16, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 2nd Session IS FULL! - 4/16/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center 3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523 (630) 850-5555.
Thu
23
2026
April 23, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Seminar (4/23/26)
The event is to be held at Maggiano's Banquets - Oak Brook, IL.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center - Barbarossa Room, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the Reasonable Suspicion / Sexual Harassment Prevention Seminar on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center in Oak Brook, IL (Barbarossa Room). This seminar fulfills City & State requirement for Annual Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.
Sat
25
2026
April 25, 2026
- Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” -
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago - “Christmas in April” Saturday, April 25, 2026 Maywood for the suburban community and the Austin community of the City of Chicago.
Mon
27
2026
April 27 - 29, 2026
"Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" - April 27 - 29, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction" seminar on Monday, April 27, 2026 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
May 2026
Mon
4
2026
May 4 - 6, 2026
NECA Legislative Conference
May 4 - 6, 2026
Washington, D.C.
NECA Legislative Conference May 4 - 6, 2026 Willard Intercontinental Hotel Washington, D.C.
Thu
7
2026
May 7, 2026
Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards
May 7, 2026
Morgan Manufacturing- Fulton Market District
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. Chicago Building Congress (CBC) - 2026 CBC Merit Awards Morgan Manufacturing 401 N. Morgan Street Chicago, IL 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue
12
2026
May 12, 2026
Document Crunch Webinar - May 12, 2026
Informational Webinar at 11:00 am
Join us for a live training on your complimentary NECA/ELECTRI member benefit. Meet the Document Crunch team directly, get your account activated, and discover how this free AI-powered platform helps you quickly identify and manage risk in your construction contracts and specifications.
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
10:30AM - 11:30AM
“Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Seminar East Bank Club -- May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 North Riverview Room “Navigating OCIP / CCIP on Projects.” Pre-Membership Meeting Complimentary Seminar
Wed
13
2026
May 13, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 527-5800
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, May 13,2026 East Bank Club - 500 N. Kingsbury Street - Chicago, IL 60654 South Riverview Room The ECA welcomes Kaitlin DeBlasio, Client Relations Manager, AllOne Health, as the guest speaker.
Fri
15
2026
May 15, 2026
2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit
May 15, 2026
Halter Wildlife, Inc. - Pleasant Prairie, WI
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Cowboy Shootout - Well Resource Benefit Halter Wildlife Inc 9626 113th Street Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Mon
18
2026
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
Thu
28
2026
May 28, 2026
"Crew Level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" 5/28/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Crew level Production Planning and Execution: Set Goals and Win" seminar on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340.
June 2026
Wed
3
2026
June 3 - 4, 2026
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa
ECA 54th Annual Spring Conference Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - Thursday, June 4, 2026 The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa 269 Fontana Blvd. Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI 53125
Thu
4
2026
June 4, 2026
2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards
June 4, 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Powering Chicago is a sponsor of this event. 2026 Illinois Real Estate Journal Awards June 4, 2026 Hyatt Regency O'Hare - Rosemont, IL
Thu
11
2026
June 11, 2026
"AI in Electrical Construction" - 3rd Session! - 6/11/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, June11, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "AI in Electrical Construction" seminar on Thursday, June 11, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL (630) 368-0300.
Mon
15
2026
June 15 - 17, 2026
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference
June 15 - 17, 2026
Omni William Penn Hotel - Pittsburgh, PA
NECA 2026 Future Leaders Conference June 15 - 17, 2026 Omni William Penn Hotel Pittsburgh, PA
September 2026
Wed
9
2026
September 9, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 -
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL Barbarossa Room
Mon
21
2026
September 21 - 22, 2026
"Advanced Estimating Strategies" - September 21 - 22, 2026 - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day)
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Advanced Estimating Strategies" seminar on Monday, September 21, 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (each day) at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL 60803 - (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am).
October 2026
Sun
4
2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
NECA Convention & Trade Show 2026
October 4 - 7, 2026
Las Vegas, NV
NECA Convention & Trade Show October 4 - 7, 2026 Las Vegas, NV
Thu
15
2026
October 15, 2026
"Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" seminar - 10/15/2026 at 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
The event to be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) - 6201 W. 115th Street, Alsip, IL.
The Electrical Contractors' Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee workshop called, "Prefabrication and Preplanning Construction" is being conducted by Mark Federle, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs for the OPUS College of Engineering at Marquette University, and the program will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) at 6201 W. 115th Street in Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340. Breakfast & Lunch are to be served. (A Continental Breakfast is to be available at 7:45 am.)
Wed
21
2026
October 21, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - October 21, 2026
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager.
IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803
ECA Membership Meeting October 21, 2026 IBEW-NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) 6201 W. 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803 (708) 389-1340
November 2026
Wed
11
2026
November 11, 2026
12:00PM - 2:30PM
ECA Regular Membership Meeting - November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST)
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 -
Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL
ECA Membership Meeting Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (BREAKFAST). Gibsons Steakhouse - 2105 Spring Road - Oak Brook, IL Oak I Room
Thu
12
2026
November 12, 2026
8:00AM - 12:00PM
"Managing Work in Progress" - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm - 11/12/2026
The event to be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL
The Electrical Contractors’ Association of City of Chicago (ECA) Research and Education Committee is proud to sponsor the "Managing Work in Progress" seminar on Thursday, November 12, 2026 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Maggiano's Banquets - 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL - Barbarossa Room) (630) 368-0300. (Breakfast to be available at 7:45 am).
