09/06/2024

"Industry Day" -- September 6, 2024

The program was held at the IBEW - NECA Technical Institute in Alsip, IL

"Industry Day"
September 6, 2024

The inaugural “Industry Day” was held at the IBEW – NECA Technical Institute (INTECH) on Friday, September 6, 2024.  It was a day that highlighted the great work being done at the school from the recent renovations to the impact of a stellar curriculum.  The event began with remarks from Mr. Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager & Financial Secretary, Bob Fimbianti, ECA President, Linear Electric, Inc., and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.  Tours of the school were given which highlighted the premier coursework offered, the 18,000 sq. ft. expansion, the cutting-edge technological advancements in renewable energy and building automation.  We thank all that were able to attend, especially, the signatory contractors, Local 134 representatives and special guests, including: Michael Clemmons, IBEW International VP 6th District, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, Congressman Danny Davis, and from the State of Illinois:  Senator Mattie Hunter, Representative Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez; Representative Marcus Evans, and Senator Michael Hastings.   

At the podium is U.S. Senator Dick Durbin.

At the podium is Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager / Financial Secretary

At the podium is Bob Fimbianti, ECA President, Linear Electric, Inc.

Pictured from left to right are:
Bob Fimbianti, ECA President, Linear Electric, Inc.,
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, and
Don Finn, Local 134 IBEW Business Manager / Financial Secretary.

Pictured from left to right are:
Bill Cullen, ECA Legislative Committee, Sharlen Electric Company,
Senator Mattie Hunter, Representative Marcus Evans, and
Representative Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez.

Pictured from left to right are:
Bill Cullen, ECA Legislative Committee, Sharlen Electric Company,
Michael Clemmons, IBEW International VP 6th District,
Mark Thomas, ECA Executive Vice President,
Senator Michael Hastings,
Gene Kent, INTECH Director, and
Representative Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez.

Pictured from left to right are:
Gene Kent, INTECH Director,
Congressman Danny Davis, and
Bill Cullen, ECA Legislative Committee, Sharlen Electric Company.

Below are a number of pictures from the tour of the facility: