We are excited to announce a new feature in our lobby—an iPad kiosk designed to streamline the class registration process for our members and upload dues receipts. With this new tool, walk-ins can now easily use the Laserfiche form to sign up for classes in just a few steps.

Last week, the Electrical Institute had the honor of hosting the LDES National Consortium Annual Workshop, a key event that brought together top minds in the energy storage industry. The workshop provided a platform for experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to dive into the future of long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies.

The Veteran’s Electrical Entry Program (VEEP) continues to empower our veterans, helping them transition from military service to a rewarding career as Union electricians. We are thrilled to announce the graduation of our 7th VEEP cohort in August 2024, marking another successful milestone for the program and its participants.

A group of dedicated Inside Wireman apprentices recently took part in a unique and exciting project that will play a key role at the 2024 NECA convention in San Diego. These apprentices spent lab time at school, working on the 'top secret' escape room boards that will be featured at the convention.

A reminder to all that an invitation to all our apprentices for the NECA 2024 Apprentice Appreciation Day, just went out yesterday. Your fellow apprentices are already starting to sign up for this cornerstone event dedicated to celebrating and empowering the future of the electrical industry.

Yesterday, we hosted our 37th Annual Industry BBQ, and we’re thrilled to say it was our best one yet! The event brought together a diverse group of professionals from the electrical industry, local politicians, school districts, mayors, and even members of Congress.