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2021 Christmas Party and Award Ceremony

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2021 Christmas Party and Award Ceremony

On December 3rd IEC Atlanta and Georgia Chapters held its annual Christmas Party and awards ceremony at Maggiano’s Little Italy at Cumberland.  Hosting 130 in attendance, Contractors, Partner members and their guests enjoyed an afternoon filled with fun, prizes and the recognition of the 2021 Award winners within the Atlanta/GA chapter.

The afternoon began with drinks and hors d’oeuvres being served as guests arrived.  Atlanta Board President, Steve Askea opened with a welcome and thank you to the 2022 Board of Directors.  IEC is strong because of its members, and the first item on the celebration agenda was acknowledging IEC’s loyal members.  Awards were given to members for their service for 5, 10, 15, 25, 35 and 50 years plus. 

In addition to membership awards, there were some select members awarded;

 Industry award– Roland Weekley, Leppard Johnson & Associates
 Manufacturer of the Year -Bill Fowler, Manufacturer of the Year
 Distributor of the Year– Lindsey Hill, The Home Depot
 Specialty Partner of the Year– Linda Smith and Jodi McMahon- BenSource Employee Benefits
President’s award – Nick Young, Putzel Electrical Contractors
Contractor of the Year– Keith Haskell, Sole Source Electrical Contractors

IEC would like to thank Overall event sponsor, Federated Insurance for supporting this year end gala!  Additional thank yous go to Prize sponsor Titan Electric of Georgia, Entertainment sponsor Milwaukee Tool, Drink sponsors were Graybar Electric, Mayer Electric, MC Dean, Southwire and World Electric!  If you enjoyed the hors d’oeuvres, that was thanks to AED, Harbin Agency, Home Depot, Hubbell and Rexel.  The delicious dinner was thanks to ABB, Acuity Brands, Agora Systems, Atlanta Workforce, AED, Bensource, Commercial Truck Sales, Duvall Agency, Elliott Electric Supply, Federated Insurance, Harbin Agency, Lade Electric Supply, Legrand, Lighting Associates, Selec Source, Smart Lighting Solutions and World Electric Supply!  Our members help to make IEC events spectacular!

IEC and its members look forward to this annual event.  Guests received the year- end review, raffle prize drawings, Maggiano’s family style dinner and an engaging performance from comedian Lanny Farmer.  This was a great way for IEC to thank its members for another amazing year!  Take a look at pictures from this event below.

 

 

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Farewell 2021, Instructor Christmas Party

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Farewell 2021, Instructor Christmas Party

By: Todd Hawkins, IEC Associate Executive Director of Workforce

As we say farewell to the year 2021 IEC looks forward to our continued Mission Driven-Member Focused efforts in 2022.  This past weekend the instructors attended a holiday party that thanked them for their efforts in training the next generation of IEC Member electricians. The exciting testimonies given by instructors and family members reminded us all of the importance of community, skill and performance in our daily jobs. Each instructor recounted their journey from apprentice to electrician to IEC Instructor.  The many comments about the support of the IEC Community to their education and career brought a sense of pride that IEC in fact meets the mission of providing high quality services that improve the success of merit shop electrical contractors and their employees. Each instructor mentioned the skills they obtained by being trained in the art of electrical installations from predecessors that gave their time and energy to them in the classroom and through on-the-job training in the field.  Their comments affirmed that working the merit-shop way is how our performance gets judged when we take great care of customers, show great skills and complete our work with a glad heart.  The finale from each person showed the appreciation for family, their sacrifices in the education process and their continued support for the instructor’s daily role in the lives of so many of the IEC Family.

As we move into 2022 each member is invited to step into a vital role of Mission Driven – Member Focused actions! Please join a committee, participate in the exciting activities or make the ultimate decision to become part of the instructor staff at IEC. Thank You for being an IEC Member, Happy New Year!

 

 

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Congratulations Augusta Georgia Graduates

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Congratulations Augusta Georgia Graduates
On Thursday, November 18, IEC Graduates, Member Contractors, family and guests joined a grand celebration for the Class of 2021.  Commemorating accomplishments, skills and a lifetime career, employees from Barbee Electric, Inc. and Rowell joined IEC Staff to celebrate the graduating class of Augusta Georgia. 

Mr. Brad Barbee, Barbee Electric, provided the Commencement Address stating that the steps to success require passion, hard work, a focus on what matters most and persistence in creating ideas and pushing the limits to be an extraordinary person.  Other attendees commented on how pleased they were to see goals come to reality for the graduates, and a few mentioned their excitement for continuing a great career.

Graduating Class

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Academic Excellence Award for the highest 4-year grade point average went to Thomas Godbee, Rowell Electric.  The Academic Achievement award for keeping an A-average over the 4-year program went to Phillip Pinchen, Rowell Electric.

Congratulations to the new Electricians in Augusta Georgia, Class of 2021

 

 

 

 

 

Academic Excellence

Pictured – Student, Contractor, Rusty Rowell, Instructor: Gerald Scholtes II.

 

 

 

 

 

Each graduate received a tool from Southwire’s Top Gun package. Congratulations to the Augusta Georgia Class of 2021

Thomas Godbee

Rowell Electric

Frank A Green, Jr.

Rowell Electric

Michael Hubert

Rowell Electric

Johnny Jordan

Barbee Electric, Inc.

James Martin

Rowell Electric

Cody Mathis

Rowell Electric

Phillip Pinchen

Rowell Electric

Gerald Scholtes, III

Rowell Electric

Instructors (4 Years) Gerald Scholtes, II

Rowell Electric

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Welcome Jordan High School and Career Academy

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Welcome Jordan High School College and Career Academy

If you haven’t heard the news, IEC Georgia is making some new Apprenticeship training moves in the Columbus area.  The new training location will be at the Jordan Vocational High School College and Career Academy at the beginning of the year. 

In preparation of the new location, Jordan’s College and Career academy’s CEO, Tim Vinson and  instructor, Jimmy Napier visited our Atlanta facility to see how the labs are set-up in order to create the workspace in the new facility.  2022 will bring great things for Columbus apprentices!

 

 

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IEC’s 2021 Sporting Clay Shoot Was a Blast in Griffin, GA

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IEC’s 2021 Sporting Clay Shoot Was a Blast in Griffin, GA

IEC Atlanta hosted its annual Sporting Clay Shoot on November 12th at the Cherokee Rose Gun Club in Griffin, GA.  12 teams converged at what is known as a premier sporting clays destination.  It was a beautiful and perfect day to shoot!  Congratulations are in order for the following clay shoot winners.

  • First place- Team 1 shooting a total of 317, winners Tommy Sheppard, Jeff Brewer, Ryan Stancil and Barry T. (not pictured)
  • Second place- Team 9 shooting a total of 316, winners Jason Cash, Zach Melton, Gene Smiley and John Owen
  • Third place- Team 6 shooting a total of 274, winners Cody Gooden, Justin Ray and Kelvin Naquin
  • High shooter- Congratulations goes to high shooter, Tommy Sheppard on shooting a 92!

This year a new category was added; the “Dead Ass Last” award goes to Tyson Baker!  IEC thanks Tyson for his effort!  See pictures from this event below.

IEC would also like to thank overall event sponsor Lighting Associates, lunch sponsor Excel Electrical Technologies and station sponsors; ABB, Acuity Brands, AED, Atlantic Workforce, Bensource, Burndy, Commercial Truck and Van, Duvall Agency, Elliott Electric Supply, Federated Insurance, Harbin Insurance, Lade-Danlar, Legrand, Mayer, SelecSource, Smart Lighting and World Electric.

This was a great networking opportunity, thanks to everyone who participated.

 

 

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IEC’s 2021 Power Show Delivered Different and Awesome

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IEC’s 2021 Power Show Delivered Different and Awesome

The 2021 Power Show is a wrap!  Tuesday, October 26th IEC Atlanta/ Georgia Chapters hosted over 50 vendors and 800 guests at an awesome new location, the Wills Park Equestrian Center!   From 2pm to 6pm vendors were set up in an outdoor environment along with the Ideal Industries Competition and the IEC Skills Based Competition.  Ongoing raffle prizes were distributed, an open bar and delicious BBQ grilled thanks to Chad Brooks of ATS, and Mike Sasser and Justin Mercer of Craft!  Onsite power was promised and delivered by ESSE, as they provided a powerful generator and were on hand with a portable generator demonstration.

It was a beautiful and windy day, with crowds beginning around 11:30am helping with set up and preparing to participate when the event officially opened at 2pm.  Crowds continued until food was served at 5pm.  As always with the Power Show, those remained until the end with hopes to claim remaining gifts; among them were Trimble’s 43 inch television and Home Depot’s Ring Jobsite Starter Kit. 

IEC did the Power Show a little different this year and it may appear easy, but that is only because of the organized hard work of all those supporting it.  Multiple “Thank yous” are in order.  Thanks to Square D for the show bags, Atlanta Electrical Distributors for the Lanyards, Eaton and HR Partners for sponsoring the bar.  Of course thank you to each vendor for setting up and sharing your service and products with the industry, and to those donating the fantastic raffle prizes.

See pictures from this event below!  Make sure you register to attend the upcoming Sporting Clay Shoot November 12th and Christmas Party on December 3rd! 

 

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Columbus is 1st Stop for Georgia Chapter Luncheons, Let’s Talk Productivity

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Columbus is 1st Stop for Georgia Chapter Luncheons, Let’s Talk Productivity

IEC Georgia Chapter held the first of its four Luncheons targeting major Georgia chapter areas.  First stop, Columbus, Georgia where 20 attendees gathered at Longhorn Steakhouse for a presentation by Southwire.  “Thinking Differently Using Technology & Products on Your Jobsite” was the topic.  Thank you Allen Hooper of Southwire!

In addition to the informative session, a lot can happen in an IEC luncheon!  The CTA Director of Jordan High School College and Career Academy, Tim Vinson was onsite and shared an exciting development.  IEC will be moving its apprenticeship program to Jordan!  

IEC contractor member Joshua Vandusseldorp, owner of Able Electric spoke about his recovery program operating for individuals who have been incarcerated.   Vandusseldorp has given those individuals opportunity and new lives, while growing his business.  He is working on a grant for the IEC program that allows these individuals to complete the IEC training.

Members meet and referrals can happen.  It’s about being with like-minded contractors and the right place at the right time.  We have 3 more sessions scheduled!  Savannah October 22nd, Augusta October 29th and Macon November 5th. These luncheons are sponsored by Southwire, The Sack Company and ACE Electric.

 

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IEC Contractors, Partners and Guests Tee Off at the 2021 Fall Golf Tournament

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IEC Contractors, Partners and Guests Tee Off at the 2021 Fall Golf Tournament

On October 18th IEC Atlanta hosted its Fall Golf Tournament at Laurel Springs Golf Club in Suwanee, Georgia.  It was a beautiful day for the 13 teams that came out to compete for cash, prizes and a ranking in IEC’s annual golf tournament.

First place winners were; Steve Henry, Tom Kobe, Jordan Cauiness and Mitch Booth scoring a 56!  This team took home a cash prize of $400 and first place trophies!  Well done gentlemen!  Additional winners were as follows;

2nd Place- Drew Haney, Michael Anderson, Tyler Rachels, Tanner Weigiagand scoring 58

3rd place- Chip Griffith, Chris Lombardo, Joe Mann, Freddie Wilson scoring 60

4th place- Chandler Denton, Colton Karrantza, Jarett Marlee, Luke Coda  scoring 60

Longest Drive- Tyler Jarvis

Closest to the Pin- Chris Lombardo

Thank you to the sponsors that supported this networking opportunity!  Legrand, overall Event Sponsor, Milwaukee Tool, IEC’s official lunch sponsor, CED/ Legrand drink sponsor, HESCO putting green sponsor, Graybar Electric Company sponsored Closest- to- the- Pin and Smart Lighting Solutions Sponsored Longest drive.    IEC appreciates each and every hole sponsor!  See full list of sponsors here!

Be assured competitions were won and connections were made!  Thank you to all that joined this event and we look forward to seeing you at the next one!  See pictures from this event here. 

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Georgia Chapter Wins 2021 Chapter Growth Award

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Georgia Chapter Wins 2021 Chapter Growth Award

Congratulations to IEC’s Georgia Chapter on being awarded the 2021 IEC Chapter Growth Award!  Executive Director, Niel Dawson and the Georgia Board of Directors President, Robbie Jones, received recognition during the 2021 IEC Convention and Expo that took place in Denver, Colorado from October 6th to the 9th. 
IEC Georgia has produced nearly 25% growth since January of 2021.  According to Executive Director, Niel Dawson, “It’s because we are doing all the right things!  We provide useful services to our members and we make the changes when we need to!  It is about taking care of the member’s needs.”
Taking care of member needs includes a dedicated staff in place.  IEC’s Membership and Marketing Coordinator, Marie Thornton organizes luncheons for networking and connection, as well as continuing education opportunities to equip our members with the tools to combat any challenge in their business. 

IEC Georgia recently met to discuss the strategic plan for the next 3 years.  IEC is looking forward to further growth and success in the years to come. 

 

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WORKFORCE POWER SOURCE BULLETIN- October 6, 2021

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    RECRUIT               TRAIN                 RETAIN

Please be sure and update your Workforce Contact information with us. If you’re not sure who is listed as your company Workforce Contact, please reach out to Kevin Ward at kevin.ward@iecatlantaga.org with questions or updates. 

Take a look at what IEC has for you!

Volunteer Opportunity in Savannah
IEC Atlanta/GA Chapter is installing lab materials for training opportunities coming available in the the area.  The project begins on October 22nd.  Thanks to Coastal Electric of Georgia for providing the location.  Instructor Mike Gunter and Program Quality Manager, John Dickerson will lead this task of preparing a dual training area for both Basic Skills Installer participants and the 4-year apprenticeship program.  IEC is excited to create this education space!  
If you can come out to assist with the build on October 22nd and 23rd, contact Todd Hawkins at todd.hawkins@iecatlantaga.org.  Volunteer time slots available for 4 hour and 8 hour shifts.  

2021 IEC Atlanta/GA Power Show    Coming October 26th at Wills Park Equestrian Center. 
The Power Show is just around the corner!Are you ready for the 2021 Power Show? 
Secure Your Booth Today!      Exhibitors and Sponsors can  register now!  

Attendees Register Now!   -Prizes  -Open Bar- Free  -BBQ- Free  -Over 50 Exhibitors  -Competitions

Apprenticeship
– Atlanta In-Person Mid-Year: Registration open December 16th, 2022.  Students will attend class 2 nights per week from 5:00pm – 9:00pm.  Class begins January 10, 2022.  Application deadline: December 8th, 2021.
-2nd – 4th Year Online: Class begins January 10, 2022.  Application Deadline: December 8th, 2021.
 
You can find registration information on Flashpoint within the “Student Enrollment Information” Custom Content Page.
 
If you need your login information for Flashpoint, please email Julie Gunter at julie.gunter@iecatlantaga.org.
 Need assistance with the enrollment process?  Email accounting@iecatlantaga.org or call 770-242-9277.
We can send text message announcements. If you would like to take advantage of this please provide us with a cell phone number to include in your IEC profile and be sure to “Opt In” when prompted by “DRG ECS on behalf of IEC ATL/GA”. This will allow you to receive text message prompts when workforce information is sent.
Regularly scheduled Open Discussion Zoom meetings for workforce contacts – Next one on October 28th, 2021 from 8:00am to 9:00am.  Register to attend.

RECRUITMENT

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE: Helping You Build Workforce Instead of Buying it!
Open Houses/ Career Fairs

We had 9 attendees at the September Open House!   The group had quite an interesting make up that included a few looking into a career change and a father who brought his son and decided to explore the apprenticeship program for himself as well.  Before the end of the session, all attendees left with the understanding of the merit shop way.

The September hiring fair had 5 contractors and 6 candidates.  These candidates are currently moving through the recruitment process.  Both the Open Houses and Career Fairs happen monthly, creating opportunities for contractors to staff their workforce.

Open House:  October 20th, 2021  1:00PM – 3:00PM- Training facility tour, Q&A, hands on activity for any student.  Register here.
Monthly Hiring Fairs: October 27th, 2021  9:00am – 12:00pm- Candidates available to interview and hire, OOWL Apprentices, latest Installer Program Grads available for hire.  Register to attend and interview candidates.  Click here to find out what the Installer Program is and how it helps your workforce.
Construction Ready Hiring Fair: October 7th in Fulton/ October 14th in Augusta/ October 21st in Cobb, County/ October 28th in Gwinnett/ November 4th in Savannah  8:00am-3:00pm
Contact Kevin Ward to register and attend at kevin.ward@iecatlantaga.org  See Construction Ready Training Schedule.   Click to see Construction Ready Credentials earned. 
IEC Basic Skills Installer Program:  The link for the November class is out.  Class is from November 1st to 29th.   Click here to find it on the training list.   Please, if you hired a worker from an IEC Career fair or one of the new IEC Basic Skills Installer Program graduates, let us know!  We have a quick and easy way for you to tell us who you hired and when!  Click this quick link and let us know!  

Introduction of the Accumulated Credit Transfer (ACT) Program – We will be working with qualifying local high schools to offer their graduating Electrical Program Completers an opportunity to enter the IEC Apprenticeship Program.    

“BUILD Your Talent, DON”T BUY It” initiative.- (IEC’s approach to creating your needed workers)
How do we do this?  Engagement with local schools. (Develop early interest in the field)

  • Recruiting packets provided to contractors meeting with students 
  • Invitation to regional Workforce alliance groups.  CEFGA & AGC brings teachers and contractors together
  • Engagement with Construction Ready Programs around the state  See schedule.
  • Transitioning veterans to the electrical field
Contact W. Kevin Ward, Workforce Recruiter, ATL/GA IEC with questions on how to get involved.  (O) 770-242-9277 X108  (M) 770-530-5876   

LADDER:  IEC’s Experienced Worker Recruitment Tool Just for Members!( Post jobs and search for experienced workers using Ladder)  25 Hires! 1,126 candidates!

MORE ABOUT RECRUITING EXPERIENCED WORKERS WITH LADDER
There are over 4,300 electricians already on Ladder available for hire with an average of 6 years of electrical experience. Here are 3 tips on how to attract & hire the best candidates:
  1. Choose the Skills and Certifications you desire in an electrician so that Ladder can match electricians based on your needs.
  2. Communicate early and often. When highly-skilled electricians are looking for work, they’re not looking for long! Log in each day that you receive a new candidate and contact them the same day. Then schedule an interview and touch base often until they’re hired.
  3. Mark them as “Hired” on Ladder. When an electrician on Ladder isn’t hired, we send them other opportunities to help them find work. So mark them as “Hired” to ensure we know not to advertise other opportunities to them.
Contact Alex Stewart with questions alex@ladderforwork.com

RETAINING
Providing growth opportunities will help your workers see a future with your company.  We can help prepare them!  Technical and Management Training – Code Classes, CEU license renewal, estimating & more. 

Insurance Programs – Group health, 401k Retirement, P&C, Workers Comp
How IEC’s 401K Plan Works      

TRAINING

Articles 250 Part 2 – (Tuesday) October 5th, 2021, 4:00pm – 8:00pm- Covers NEC requirements Covers Grounding and Bonding of Services and Separately Derived Systems    Register for Article 250 Pt. 2

Articles 250 Part 3–(Tuesday) October 12th, 2021, 4:00pm – 8:00pm-Covers NEC requirements Covers Grounding Eletrode System  Register for Article 250 Pt. 3
Articles 250 Part 4 – (Tuesday) October 19th, 2021, 4:00pm – 8:00pm-Covers NEC requirements Covers Equipment Grounding and Bonding  Register for Article 250 Pt. 4
Introduction & Articles 90 & 100-(Tuesday) November 2nd, 2021, 4:00pm – 8:00pm-Covers the History of the National Electrical Code, Structure and Course Requirements and NEC Definitions  Register for Introduction & Articles 90 & 100
Comprehensive NEC2020 Course– (Tuesdays) November 2nd, 2021, 4:00pm – 8:00pm-This course gives you an in-depth view of the NEC 2020. If you plan to take the Georgia Electrical Contractor License Exam then this class will help you do well on the 85% of the test that is code related. Take this class and be ready to make your installations code compliant. Attend this class to earn CEU’s for 4 states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina and Virginia  Register for Comprehensive Code
Article 110-(Tuesdays) November 9, 2021, 4:00pm- 8:00pm- NEC requirements as they relate to Electrical Installations   Register for Article 110
Articles 200 & 210-(Tuesdays) November 16, 2021 4:00pm – 8:00pm-NEC requirements as they relate to use and Identification of Grounded Conductors Covers and branch Circuit Requirements   Register for Articles 200 & 210
Article 220 Pt. 1– (Tuesday) December 7th, 2021  4:00pm – 8:00pm-This class Covers NEC Requirements for Branch-Circuit Load Calculations   Register for Article 220 Pt. 1

GA Electrical Exam Prep. –(Friday – Sunday) October 29th, 2021 – October 31st, 2021, 8:00am – 4:30pm- This course helps you get ready to take the Electrical Contractor License Exam based on the NEC 2020. 

(Online On Demand)

NEC2020Significant Code Changes  – Online/ OnDemand   Thursday, January 21st – Thursday, December 30th , 2021- Significant Code Changes that impact electrical installations.  

GA Significant Code Changes Online/ OnDemand   Friday, April 16th – Thursday, December 30th , 2021- Significant Code Changes that impact electrical installations.  

Would you like more workforce information at your fingertips? Follow this link to a page in Flashpoint just for you! Click here.
INSERT_FIRST_NAME, thank you for your continued support of the IEC Atlanta/Georgia Chapters!  Stay safe and have a great weekend!
Niel and the entire IEC Staff

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