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IBEW-NECA Apprenticeship Program Fills Pipeline with Union Electricians Trained in Emerging Technology

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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In today's tight labor market, finding enough union skilled labor, including electricians, trained in critical renewable energy skills to fill the job pipeline is a challenge.

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  • In today's tight labor market, finding enough union skilled labor, including electricians, trained in critical renewable energy skills to fill the job pipeline is a challenge.
  • The five-year electrician apprenticeship program is the only program of its kind and has 1,500 apprentices enrolled.
  • Gene Kent, Director of IN-Tech, says they're seeing interest increase in their apprenticeship program, with no signs of slowing down.
  • "We have no time to waste in training a workforce in advanced solar technology," said Kent.

Electrical Safety Authority Celebrates Safety Leaders at 2021 Ontario Electrical Safety Awards

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Friday, October 1, 2021
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - Yesterday, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) held its Annual Meeting and Ontario Electrical Safety Awards to celebrate achievements in electrical safety.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - Yesterday, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) held its Annual Meeting and Ontario Electrical Safety Awards to celebrate achievements in electrical safety.
  • The 2021 safety awards were presented by Josephina Erzetic, ESA's Chief Regulatory Officer and General Counsel in the categories of Worker Safety, Consumer and Home Safety, and Powerline Safety.
  • The Electrical Safety Authority's (ESA's) role is to enhance public electrical safety in Ontario.
  • As an administrative authority acting on behalf of the Government of Ontario, ESA is responsible for administering specific regulations related to the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, the licensing of Electrical Contractors and Master Electricians, electricity distribution system safety, and electrical product safety.

IBEW-NECA Technical Institute Meets Need for Trained Electricians in Renewable Energies

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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This is especially important as the need for electricians and skilled labor is expected to soar with the alternative and renewable energies jobs projected to be created by the federal infrastructure bill.

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  • This is especially important as the need for electricians and skilled labor is expected to soar with the alternative and renewable energies jobs projected to be created by the federal infrastructure bill.
  • Training in advanced technologies will be crucial to meet the demand for skilled labor, according to Gene Kent, Director, IBEW-NECA Technical Institute.
  • "The Chicagoland area is primed to receive nearly $15 billion in the proposed federal infrastructure bill which will create thousands of jobs in renewable energies.
  • All apprentices who complete the courses at the Technical Institute earn credit hours through Richard J. Daley College toward an A.A.S.

License Renewal Backlog of 3000+ Electricians Waiting to Renew Their License Finally Resolved at Oregon State Electrical Board, Announces ElectricalLicenseRenewal.com

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Thursday, September 16, 2021
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Oregon Electricians can now rest easy knowing that their Continuing Education Credits have been posted to their Electrical Licenses.

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  • Oregon Electricians can now rest easy knowing that their Continuing Education Credits have been posted to their Electrical Licenses.
  • Now that the technical issues have been fixed, the Oregon Licensed Electricians are able to get their Oregon Electrical License Credits reported again and on time!
  • About: ElectricalLicenseRenewal.com is a nationally approved online electrical license renewal / electrical continuing education provider dedicated to its electricians.
  • They are approved by the OR BCD - Electrical Board to offer Oregon Electrical Continuing Education Courses for Oregon electricians' license renewal.

Agora Systems Named an Official Partner of Independent Electrical Contractors of Rocky Mountain

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to offer materials purchasing and management software to IECRM members.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to offer materials purchasing and management software to IECRM members.
  • The Agora platform has proven to help electrical contractors reduce overhead costs, increase field productivity, and streamline the materials purchasing and management process.
  • Agora Systems is a materials procurement platform built exclusively for electrical contractors to reduce overhead costs and increase labor productivity.
  • About Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain:
    Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) is a trade association representing the electrical contracting and renewable energy industry and a four-year apprenticeship training program that prepares the next-generation of electricians.

NECA Innovation Institute Advances the Next Generation of Electrical Construction Leaders

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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WASHINGTON, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is proud to announce the launch of the NECA Innovation Institute, a new program designed to develop the next generation of leaders and innovators in the electrical construction industry.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is proud to announce the launch of the NECA Innovation Institute, a new program designed to develop the next generation of leaders and innovators in the electrical construction industry.
  • Candidates for the NECA Innovation Institute are those that are well-positioned to move their companies forward, with a focus on future executives and construction leaders.
  • NECA's Innovation Institute creates a network for current and future leaders that will have positive ramifications industrywide."
  • "The NECA Innovation Institute is designed to create and develop leaders within your company, encouraging a culture change and fostering innovation," said David Long, NECA CEO.

Agora Systems Named an Official Partner of Independent Electrical Contractors of Florida West Coast

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Monday, July 12, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independent Electrical Contractors Florida West Coast Chapter (IECFWCC) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to offer materials procurement software to IECFWCC members.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Independent Electrical Contractors Florida West Coast Chapter (IECFWCC) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to offer materials procurement software to IECFWCC members.
  • Co-Founder and CEO of Agora Systems, Maria Rioumine said, "Our platform allows electrical contractors to eliminate procurement inefficiencies using easy-to-use technology.
  • Agora Systems is a materials procurement platform built exclusively for electrical contractors to reduce overhead costs and increase labor productivity.
  • About Independent Electrical Contractors Florida West Coast:
    IEC Florida West Coast Chapter (IECFWCC) represents the electrical contracting industry, providing a wide of range of resources including apprenticeship programming, workforce recruiting, manpower sharing, and the education and training necessary to keep up with the advancements in the electrical contracting industry.

ESA Launches Podcast Series for Electrical Contractors - "Grounded in Ontario"

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 29, 2021 /CNW/ -The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), Ontario's electrical safety regulator, announced today the launch of its inaugural podcast series, Grounded in Ontario, made especially for Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs), Master and certified electricians along with individuals aspiring to work in the electrical trade.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, ON, June 29, 2021 /CNW/ -The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), Ontario's electrical safety regulator, announced today the launch of its inaugural podcast series, Grounded in Ontario, made especially for Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs), Master and certified electricians along with individuals aspiring to work in the electrical trade.
  • "At ESA, we're passionate about electrical safety and about our licence holder community," says Josie Erzetic, Chief Regulatory Officer and General Counsel, ESA.
  • The Electrical Safety Authority's (ESA) role is to enhance public electrical safety inOntario.
  • ESA works extensively with stakeholders throughout the province on education, training and promotion to foster electrical safety.

Agora Systems Named An Official Partner of Independent Electrical Contractors of Oklahoma City

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent Electrical Contractors of Oklahoma City (IEC-OKC) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to provide materials purchasing and management software to IEC-OKC members.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent Electrical Contractors of Oklahoma City (IEC-OKC) today announced that Agora Systems has become an official partner to provide materials purchasing and management software to IEC-OKC members.
  • Agora's software allows contractors to create digital requisitions, issue purchase orders, and track invoices and deliveries instantaneously.
  • "The Agora platform has proven to help electrical contractors reduce overhead costs, increase field productivity, and streamline the materials purchasing and management process.
  • Agora Systems is a materials purchasing and management platform built exclusively for electrical contractors to reduce overhead costs and increase labor productivity.

Dubak Electrical Group Opposes House Amendment 1 to IL HB 3437

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Monday, May 3, 2021
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b'LA GRANGE,Ill., May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the nation\'s leading industrial electrical contractors, Dubak Electrical Group serves most of the continental United States, with thecorporate headquartersin La Grange, a suburb of Chicago.

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  • b'LA GRANGE,Ill., May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the nation\'s leading industrial electrical contractors, Dubak Electrical Group serves most of the continental United States, with thecorporate headquartersin La Grange, a suburb of Chicago.
  • We urge the Illinois Senate to oppose the passage of Illinois HB 3437with the House Amendment 1.
  • Additionally, the bill currently defines Construction very broadly and does not limit it to hazardous work.\n"At Dubak Electrical, safety is our primary concern," stated Nick Dubak Chief Operating Officer of Dubak Electrical Group.
  • As family-owned-and-operated business, Dubak has an established record of success and safety in the design, installation and maintenance of industrial electrical, HVACR, control, and automation.