The Northern California Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association serves the Electrical Contracting Industry in Alameda, Calaveras, Mariposa, Merced, Napa, San Joaquin, Solano, Stanislaus and Tuolumne Counties. Here you will find the latest information related to the electrical industry.

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ELECTRI Business Coaching Network

ELECTRI International’s Business Coaching Network is poised to make a significant impact on the electrical contracting industry. By equipping contractors with the tools and knowledge to thrive in a dynamic marketplace, this initiative not only benefits individual businesses but also elevates the industry as a whole. It reinforces ELECTRI International’s commitment to industry excellence and growth while providing a valuable resource for contractors seeking to excel in their field.

ELECTRI will pair contractors looking for business coaching (clients) with experts in the industry who have years of experience in electrical contracting (coaches). Clients will receive personalized advice and coaching specific to their business needs. Virtual coaching services are offered at $250/hour.

This is designed for electrical contractors looking to:

  • Diversify your business and adapt to changing market demands
  • Grow and expand your business
  • Improve your operations
  • Enhance your competitiveness

Coaches will provide:

  • Initial review of your company operations
  • An overview of where they can be helpful in advancing your company’s goals
  • Personalized insights on where improvements can be made
  • Implementation strategies based on your focus area and goals
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Association Executive Institute Held

Jenny Fothergill and Scot VanBuskirk, along with other NECA Chapter Executives and staff from around the country, met to hear from National NECA at the Association Executive Institute (AEI) in Chicago, where the next annual NECA Convention will be held. Presentations from National NECA staff included updates on Government Affairs, Labor Relations, ELECTRI, NECA Education and Convention & Events. Attendees also participated in breakout sessions focused on AI in Construction, Best Practices for Chapter Managers, Preparing for Negotiations and Recruitment of Committee and Trust members. During the Conference Scot sat on a panel discussing ‘What Managers Need to Know About Supplier Trends.’

The Chapter was also honored for hosting the most in-person classes of the Chapters within the Western Region during 2024. Congratulations to the Chapter’s Member Services Committee and especially to Juanita Mitchell who coordinates all of our training!

We encourage members to attend the 2025 NECA Convention and Trade Show being held in Chicago from September 12 – 15, 2025. Stay tuned for more information and registration, which will be available in June. As a note, the Chapter’s Board of Directors has allocated $5,000 for each permanent Chapter member to attend the NECA Now Conference and/or the NECA Convention.

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NECA Now 2025

NECA Now 2025 has been newly rebranded as a leadership and personal development conference for mid-level managers to the C-suite and added in-depth masterclass workshops. This conference offers three general sessions with dynamic breakout sessions led by a new roster of world-class speakers to give you even greater customization options for your learning experience!

  • Date: April 7 – 9, 2025
  • Location:  Hollywood, FL
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