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Upcoming Events

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May, 2026

IEC Policy Conference

Washington, D.C.

Oct, 2026

SPARK: The Electrician's Expo

Columbus, OH

07 Feb, 2027

IEC Business Summit 2027

IEC Business Summit is the premier gathering for electrical contractors, business owners, and industry leaders across the U.S. The summit focuses on leadership, business growth,…

Tampa, FL

News & Media

A Calling Beyond the Job Site: Brian Brinkmann’s Journey of Service and Leadership

Putting People in the Right Role: A Workforce Strategy for Independent Electrical Contractors

Emerging Leaders Power the Future

Striving for Excellence: Matthew Spencer’s Path from Apprentice to Instructor

Detour Pays Off: Zac Nelson Powers Forward in His Electrical Career

IEC Foundation Launches Two New Programs

Despite Pre-Christmas Legal Victory Against Federal PLA Mandates, Biden Pro-PLA Policy Remains 

IEC and Chamber Challenge U.S. Senate to Enact Bipartisan Permitting Reform 

U.S. House Advances the Save Local Business Act 

The Merit Shop Impact

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Revenue driving the economy from merit shop electrical contracting business

Electricians employed by electrical contractors representing the merit shop industry

Merit Shop electrical contracting companies driving the industry forward

Active merit shop electrical apprentices supporting the future workforce

Our mission is to empower merit shop contractors and apprentices through education, advocacy, and partnership.