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Year of Economic Tumult: Where Are We Now?

In a year marked by rapid shifts and uncertainty, understanding the current economic climate has never been more critical-or more challenging. Echoing J.K. Galbraith’s famous observation, “There are two kinds of forecasters: those who don’t know and those who don’t know they don’t know,” this course invites participants to make sense of the economic turbulence we’ve witnessed. Did the feared tariffs materialize or were last-minute deals struck? Are we headed for a recession, or simply navigating a new phase of the business cycle? This course aims to provide a clear-eyed assessment of where we stand-and what might lie ahead for electrical contractors.

You Can’t Fix Your Mental Health with Duct Tape

During this session, humor and storytelling are used to show why mental health matters in safety-critical industries. Participants will explore key risk factors, understand how workplace environments impact wellbeing, and learn practical ways to support both themselves and their teams.

Organizational Assessment for Growth

Take a deep dive into assessing your electrical contracting business to uncover gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for growth. This session will guide you through a holistic evaluation process, helping you prioritize improvements, align company goals, and develop a strategic plan to strengthen your business from the inside out. You will walk away with a structured framework and actionable steps to implement a comprehensive organizational assessment within their own companies.

Moderated by Shaabini Alford.

PoE Lighting and Automation for Electrical Contractors

Cost: $135
This course is designed for electrical industry professionals seeking general knowledge of Power over Ethernet (PoE) Lighting and Automation. PoE combines power and data delivery over balanced twisted pair cabling and connectivity, transforming the way we approach lighting systems. This course will provide you with the expertise needed to propose, sell and manage the installation of PoE Lighting Systems.

Powering the Future Workforce: Leveraging Interim Credentials for Early Recruitment Success

For electrical contractors facing workforce shortages and looking to build a reliable talent pipeline, the Interim Credentials program offers a strategic solution. This online curriculum, developed by the electrical training ALLIANCE mirrors the first year of the electrical apprenticeship, providing access to interactive textbooks and simulated hands-on training that prepares candidates for success-before they ever set foot on a jobsite. This session will discuss how you can get your JATC, or even your company, involved in this program.

Powering the Future: Breaking Down the 2026 NEC Code Changes

Cost: $135
This course will dive into key updates, revisions, and new additions to the 2026 National Electrical Code, providing you with the knowledge needed to ensure compliance and enhance electrical safety. Complex changes will be broken down into actionable insights, offering real-world applications, and opportunities for discussion. Whether you’re a contractor, inspector, or engineer, this course will equip you with the tools and understanding to confidently implement the latest standards in your projects.

Powering Through Conflict

Building strong relationships is key to building successful projects. Oftentimes we hear, “Doing electrical work is the easy part, dealing with people is the real challenge.” As a leader in the electrical industry, managing conflict is crucial for creating and maintaining a productive work environment. This session will provide practical strategies for leaders to navigate disagreements, improve communication, and boost team morale.

Preparing for the 2026 NEC Code Changes: What Contractors Need to Know

The 2026 Code is coming. This session will discuss key updates and revisions to the 2026 National Electrical Code that impact contractors and provide practical guidance on how to comply with the new requirements. The top 2026 code changes, best practices for implementation, and actionable insights to ensure compliance and enhance safety in their electrical projects will be discussed.

Public Projects in the Time of Trump

Project Labor Agreements are facing new challenges, recent revisions to the Davis-Bacon Act have been rolled back, and rapid changes are happening across multiple agencies in an effort to cut government spending. At the same time, the current Secretary of Labor is considered one of the most pro-union in recent Republican administrations. This session will offer an up-to-date overview of publicly financed construction projects and provide insights into what contractors and compliance professionals can expect over the next three years.

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