IEC Georgia Chapter Hosts Successful 2026 Columbus Golf Tournament
By: Marie Thornton, IEC Atlanta and GA Membership and Marketing Coordinator
The IEC Georgia Chapter welcomed contractors, industry partners, and supporters to its 2026 Annual Columbus Golf Tournament on Friday, June 5, at Maple Ridge Golf Club in Columbus, Georgia. The event brought together 13 teams for a day of friendly competition, networking, and fellowship while supporting the chapter and its programs.
Participants enjoyed a full day of activities, including hitting range balls, goodie bags, contests, raffle prizes, lunch, trophies, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow industry professionals.
Congratulations to the tournament winners:
1st Place – Interstate Electrical Supplies (Score: 56)
2nd Place – Ritch Electric Co., Inc. (Score: 57)
3rd Place – Smith Gray Electric Co., Inc. (Score: 60)
Special contest winners included:
Closest to the Pin – Steven Ellis, S.M. Ellis Co.
Longest Drive – David Hawkins, Freeman & Associates
The chapter extends its appreciation to Tournament Sponsor, S.M. Ellis Co., Inc. and Master Level Sponsor Smith Gray Electric for their generous support. Additional sponsorship support was provided by Net Planner, Yancey Bros. Caterpillar, Bensource, Jordan Electric, Blue Print, Fuller Fire, and Ritch Electric.
The IEC Georgia Chapter thanks all sponsors, teams, volunteers, and participants for helping make the tournament a success. Events like these strengthen industry relationships and support the chapter’s mission of advancing the electrical industry through education, workforce development, and contractor engagement throughout Georgia.






