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ELECTRI Summer Council Meeting 2026

The ELECTRI Summer Council Meeting will take place in Dearborn, MI, bringing together industry leaders to hear the latest updates on ELECTRI research, vote on this year’s Partnership for Career Advancement, and learn from experts on the latest industry trends. 

Beyond the meeting sessions, this year’s event offers some truly exceptional experiences you won’t want to miss.

Join us for a private tour of the Ford Rouge Factory, where attendees will get a firsthand look at one of the most iconic industrial operations in the country. This exclusive experience showcases innovation, manufacturing excellence, and large-scale production in action—offering valuable insight into advanced processes and the future of industrial work. We are excited to extend this opportunity to all attendees and their guests.

And the experience doesn’t stop there.

Enjoy a special evening at the Henry Ford Museum, sponsored by the Southeastern Michigan Chapter NECA. Besides enjoying  a dinner networking event, guests will have the opportunity to explore the museum and hear from a docent about the rich history of American innovation in a truly unique setting.

This is more than a meeting—it’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and experience the industry in a whole new way.

 

EVENT DETAILS

Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 22, 2026
The Henry
Fairlane Plaza, 300 Town Center Drive
Dearborn, MI
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  • Hotel Information

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Review the ELECTRI Code of Conduct here. You will be required to accept the Code of Conduct as part of the registration form.


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Daily Schedule

  • 8:00 - 9:15AM - Committee Meetings (Invitation Only)
    • Program Review Committee
    • Development and Engagement Committee
    • Construction Technology Committee
  • 9:15 - 10:00AM - Joint Committee Meeting (Invitation Only)
  • 11:15AM - 12:15PM - Board of Trustees Lunch Meeting (Invitation Only)
  • 11:30AM - 5:00PM - Registration Open
  • 1:00 - 5:15PM - ELECTRI Council Meeting - General Session
    • 1:00PM - Welcome Remarks
      • Josh Bone, ELECTRI International Executive Director
    • 1:30PM - Welcome to Dearborn
    • 1:40PM - Opening Remarks from ELECTRI Chair
      • James MacDonald, Miller Electric
    • 1:50PM - Opening Remarks from Board of Trustees Chair and NECA President
      • Mark Walter, Christenson Electric
    • 2:00PM - Discover Your Road Ahead
      • Nate Scott, Continuum
      • Kelcey Henderson, Continuum
    • 2:45PM - Networking Break
    • 3:00PM - Working Together: NECA, IBEW, etA
      • Joe Kellams, electrical training ALLIANCE
      • Ian Andrews, NECA
    • 4:00PM - Roundtable Discussion --What Defines a Successful Project in 2026?
    • 5:00PM - Roundtable Recap
    • 5:15PM - Adjourn
  • 5:30 -7:00PM - Welcome Reception
  • Dinner on Own

  • 7:00AM - Council Breakfast
  • 8:00AM - 4:00PM - General Session
    • 8:00AM - Opening Announcements
      • Josh Bone, ELECTRI
    • 8:10AM Research Review
      • Jessica Cardenas, ELECTRI
    • 8:30AM - Program Review Committee (PRC) Updates
      • David Peterson, PRC Chair
    • 8:45AM - ELECTRI Research Review: Built to Sell
      • Chris Jaskiewicz, Hope Star LLC
    • 9:30AM - Coffee Break
    • 9:45AM - Contractor Panel: Working Together on Hyperscale Projects
    • 10:30AM - Contractor Panel: Preparing for a Downturn While Living in Abundance
    • 11:15AM - The Genesis Mission: A $1 Trillion Investment in AI Infrastructure
    • 12:00PM - Lunch (for Primary Attendees)
    • 12:15-12:35PM - Local NECA Contractor Perspective: Ford Rouge Factory Tour
    • 1:00-4:00PM - Ford Rouge Factory Tour
  • 6:00-9:00PM - Dinner Reception at the Henry Ford Museum (Supported by the Southeast Michigan Chapter NECA)
  • 7:00AM - Council Breakfast (Supported by Wesco)
  • 8:00AM - 12:00PM - General Session
    • 8:00AM - Opening Announcements
      • Laura Holmes, ELECTRIC International
    • 8:10AM - PCA Overview: Project Checklists, Job Descriptions, and Onboarding Guide
      • Deniz Besiktepe, Purdue University
    • 8:30AM - Grid Modernization
    • 9:15AM - The Electrician of the Future
    • 10:00AM - Sip and Strategize Bar Open
    • 10:15AM - Contractor Panel: What Owners Expect from an EC
    • 11:00AM - Roundtable Breakouts
    • 11:45AM - Round Table Recap
  • 12:00PM - Adjourn

The Henry, Autograph Collection
Fairlane Plaza, 300 Town Center Drive
Dearborn, Michigan, USA, 48126

  • Rooms are $249 plus fees and taxes for a standard room, $299 plus fees and taxes for Concierge Level, or $349 plus fees and taxes for suites (limited suites available).
  • A reservation link will be provided once you register for the meeting.
  • You may book rooms from July 18–24, and only king and queen bed rooms are currently offered. If you need to extend your stay or require a different room type, please let us know.
  • Please note that if you select Thursday night, you may see higher room rates than expected. We are working to correct this issue. In the meantime, if you see a rate higher than $247 for a standard room, please reach out so we can assist.
  • Please note that the last day to book your room is June 28th.