The start of a new year is always a great time to reflect on our accomplishments and plan for the future. NECA had an eventful year in 2019, and the staff has laid out big plans for 2020. This issue offers an examination of...

Another year has come to a close. And with it, I invite you to reflect on how our industry has changed over the past year. Thanks to our dedicated members and staff, NECA has the flexibility to adapt to the evolving industry...

When I think about the future of the electrical construction industry, one thing is clear: change has come, and more is on the way. The National Electrical Contractors Association’s annual convention and trade show, held last...

The National Electrical Contractors Association is a strong and vibrant organization. I see it every day in my interactions at Rosendin Electric and with the committed NECA staff around the country. Our progress over the past...

A full life features many milestones and firsts. One that is quickly approaching for me is NECA 2019 Las Vegas on Sept. 14-17 at Mandalay Bay. As a National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) member, I have joined my...

One thing has always struck me as a crucial benefit of NECA membership: world-class continuing education. NECA provides excellent training opportunities for all of our contractors with a solid platform of classes and an...

I often think about how much people can accomplish when they come together to support a worthy cause. It’s a powerful thing to witness. As leaders in the electrical construction industry, ask yourself: What do I care about...

The word that comes to mind when I look back at my NECA Now 2019 experience in Phoenix is “tremendous.” It was an energizing example of what the electrical construction industry is all about. As the new National Electrical...

Thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Larry Beltramo, and I have been elected president of the National Electrical Contractors Association. I am an executive with Rosendin, a nationwide contractor...

Many components go into any successful electrical construction project. Throughout my career, though, I have championed safety and creating an environment that is conducive to excellence. Unfortunately, a few contractors do...

I want to begin this month’s column with a few questions: What was the last conference or convention you attended? Was it affiliated with the National Electrical Contractors Association? One of the things I have enjoyed most...

Because I’m a football fan (and it’s playoff season), I want to use my first column of the new year to touch on a familiar concept in athletics: momentum. Specifically, the momentum produced by the remarkable progress the...

There is no better time than the holiday season to celebrate the successes of 2018 as well as to look forward and plan for the new year to come. While our achievements have been many, there is still much work to be done to...

The National Electrical Contractors Association hosts one of the most successful trade shows in the country during our convention every fall. Its growth makes me extremely proud as NECA’s president. It can never happen...

Fall is in the air, and with the changing of the seasons, it’s a great time to consider the changes that will lead us to corporate and personal success over the long haul. As I’ve traveled the country, it has been evident to...

Supporting electrical contractors who perform quality work across the United States is a critical role NECA plays. It’s what we’re all about. Building blocks like recruitment and training early in the process matter...

As I travel across the United States, I enjoy interacting with electrical contractors of all types. One of the many commonalities I hear is the belief that making connections is a vital part of any winning formula. Getting...

As NECA President, I often think about what it takes to be successful in our industry. Obviously, the requirements continue to change over time, and solutions are constantly evolving. However, there are some constants we, as...

In 1999, I remember attending my first National Electrical Contractors Association national convention in New Orleans. It was overwhelming to see all the trade show products and attend many seminars. Since that time, some of...

As President of Miller Electric Co., my goal has always been to inspire our safety division so I would never have to tell an employee’s family their loved one had been injured or worse. We all know, when there’s an accident...