In accordance with Section 8.3(b) of the National Bylaws, the following person has been nominated for President for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2026.
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Officer Nominations

In accordance with Section 8.3(b) of the National Bylaws, the following person has been nominated for President for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2026.

 

Mark Walter

Christenson Electric, Inc.

Portland, OR

In accordance with Section 8.3(d) of the National Bylaws, the following person has been nominated for Vice President at Large for a two-year term commencing January 1, 2026.

 

Steven Stone

ArchKey Solutions

St. Louis, MO

In accordance with Section 8.3(c) of the National Bylaws, the following people have been nominated for District Vice President for two-year terms commencing January 1, 2026.

Vice President, District 1

Michael P. McDonald

McDonald Electrical Corp

Hingham, MA

Vice President, District 3

Christopher M. Foster

Whitehead Electric Company

Mableton, GA

Vice President, District 5

Greg Padalecki

Alterman, Inc.

Live Oak, TX

Vice President, District 7

Daniel M. Smith

Electric Company of Omaha

Omaha, NE

Vice President, District 9

Fred L. Neubauer

Neubauer Electric, Inc.

Los Alamitos, CA

All candidates are unopposed.

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NECA Joins Leaders & VIPER Transitions to Empower Veterans

NECA is proud to join forces with VIPER Transitions, NEMA, NEMRA, and NAED in a groundbreaking initiative to place veterans in rewarding careers throughout the electrical industry. This powerful collaboration underscores NECA’s ongoing commitment to workforce recruitment, talent development, and building a stronger, more sustainable future for the entire electrical field.

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Tour the Oldest Woman-Owned EC Firm in Chicago

Attending NECA 2025? Get a behind-the-scenes look of the oldest woman-owned electrical contracting firm in Chicago! Founded in 1922, Taylor Electric is a fourth-generation, family-run business that continues to lead with strength, innovation, and heart. The tour will take place Sunday, Sept. 14 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. You must sign-up to secure your spot for the tour!
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Map Your Way Forward

The Electrical Construction Career Map is an interactive guide to the wide range of careers that power our buildings, cities, and digital lives. It highlights over 70 exciting roles across five key sectors of the electrical construction industry—showing how people can grow from entry-level to specialized or leadership positions over time.

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Train as a Project Management Apprentice

The NECA/ELECTRI Project Management Apprenticeship is accepting applications for the upcoming cohorts! Over 52 weeks, apprentices will gain skills in project planning, financial management, documentation, safety, and team leadership, equipping them with the tools to lead projects from inception to closeout efficiently.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

In-Person Events

NECA 2025 Chicago

Chicago, IL | Sept. 12-15

NECA Safety Professionals Institute

Washington, DC | Oct. 28-30

Executive Management Institute

Washington, DC | Nov. 18-22

Webinars

AI and Data Security: What Electrical Contractors Need to Know about the Threat to Construction Data

Aug. 19 | 2:00 p.m. ET

Trends & Innovations in EV Infrastructure

Aug. 28 | 12:00 p.m. ET

Today and Tomorrow: Solving the Skilled Labor Shortage with Technology and Culture

Oct. 1 | 1:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Classroom

Succession Planning: Who will be Next in Your Seat?

Aug. 20 | 12:00 p.m. ET

Significant Dates

Aug. 26 | Women’s Equality Day 

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