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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.

Refund Policy:

Full refunds are available prior to June 20th. Refunds less an administrative fee of $100 will be given for cancellations received in writing to laura.holmes@electri.org  prior to July 13th Following this date, no refunds will be given.  However, you may send an alternate to the event without additional charge.

Conditions:

  1. Full refunds – available 30 days before the first day of the meeting.
  2. Refund of registration fees less administrative fees – available from 30 days before the meeting to 7 days before the meeting.
  3. Alternates may be substituted at any time prior to the beginning of the event.

 

 

EVENT DETAILS

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


Tickets

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Registration
Registration is required for every adult attending the event - including guests.
$250.00
54 available
Guest Registration
Registration is required for every adult attending the event - including guests.
$250.00
250 available
Guest (Under 18) Registration
Children under 18 are free.
$0.00
268 available

Daily Schedule

  • 8:00 - 9:15AM - Committee Meetings (Invitation Only) - Presidential Ballroom Salons
    • Program Review Committee - Salons 4-7
    • Development and Engagement Committee - Salon 1
    • Construction Technology Committee - Salon 2
  • 9:15 - 10:00AM - Joint Committee Meeting (Invitation Only) - Salons 4-7
  • 11:15AM - 12:15PM - Board of Trustees Lunch Meeting (Invitation Only)
  • 11:30AM - 5:00PM - Registration Open - Presidential Ballroom Salons 4-7
  • 1:00 - 5:15PM - ELECTRI Council Meeting - General Session
    • 1:00PM - Welcome Remarks
      • Josh Bone, ELECTRI International Executive Director
    • 1:30PM - Welcome to Dearborn
      • Jason Head, Southeastern Michigan Chapter NECA
    • 1:40PM - Opening Remarks from ELECTRI Chair
        • James MacDonald, Miller Electric
    • 1:50PM - Opening Remarks from NECA CEO
      • David Long, NECA
    • 2:00PM - Discover Your Road Ahead
      • Nate Scott, Continuum
      • Kelcey Henderson, Continuum
    • 2:45PM - Networking Break - Supported by DEWALT
    • 3:00PM - The Future Working Together: NECA, IBEW, & etA
      • Joe Kellams, electrical training ALLIANCE
      • Ian Andrews, NECA
      • Matt Paules, IBEW
    • 4:00PM - Roundtable Discussion --What Resources/Education/Recruiting do you need to become a better Service/Integrator Contractor?
    • 5:00PM - Roundtable Recap
    • 5:15PM - Adjourn
  • 5:30 -7:00PM - Opening Reception - Plaza Ballroom A
  • Dinner on Own

  • 7:00AM - Council Breakfast
  • 8:00AM - 4:00PM - ELECTRI Council Meeting - General Session - Presidential Ballroom Salons 4-7
    • 8:00AM - Opening Announcements
      • Jessica Cardenas, ELECTRI
    • 8:05AM Research Review
      • Jessica Cardenas, ELECTRI
    • 8:20AM - Program Review Committee (PRC) Updates
      • David Peterson, PRC Chair
    • 8:30AM - ELECTRI Research Review: Built to Sell
      • Chris Jaskiewicz, Hope Star LLC
    • 9:15AM - Coffee Break
    • 9:30AM - Recruiting for the Industry: ELECTRI, NECA, and Google Working Together
      • Bronagh Friel, Group Product Marketing Manager, Grow with Google
    • 10:15AM - Contractor Panel: Preparing for a Downturn While Living in Abundance
      • Justin Kohlman, Schaeffer Electric
      • Dave Peterson, ERMCO
      • James MacDonald, Miller Electric
    • 11:00AM - The Genesis Mission: A $1 Trillion Investment in AI Infrastructure
      • Chris Ritter, National Technical Director for AI and Nuclear Energy, Idaho National Laboratory
    • 11:30AM - Managing Margin by Measuring Correctly--Resources from MCA
      • Dr. Heather Moore, MCA Inc.
    • 11:45AM - Lunch (Primary Attendees only)
    • 12:00-12:20PM - Local NECA Contractor Perspective: Ford Rouge Factory Tour
      • Pat McCloskey, Executive Vice President, Motor City Electric (MCE)
      • Brian Kohler, MCE Site Superintendent of the Ford Rouge Facility
    • 12:55 PM - Buses Depart from Lobby
    • 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 - ELECTRI Council Meeting - General Session - Presidential Ballroom Salons 4-7
    • 8:00AM - Opening Announcements
      • Laura Holmes, ELECTRIC International
    • 8:15AM - Grid Modernization Panel
      • Michael Parkes, O’Connell Electric
      • Steve Hunter, Motor City Electric
      • Jake Gentle, Senior Technical Manager/Grid Reliability and Adaptability, Idaho National Laboratory
    • 9:00AM - Training Director Panel: The Electrician of the Future
      • Rebecca Jonard, Newark JATC
      • Daryl Jones, Newark JATC
      • Danny Van Sickle, Jacksonville JATC
      • Moderators: Joe & Audra kellams
    • 9:45AM - Sip and Strategize Bar Open
    • 10:15AM - The Future of Energy Runs Through Idaho National Labs
      • Aylse Huffman, Senior Advisor, Nuclear Energy Policy & Partnerships | Nuclear Science & Technology
      • Jake Gentle, Senior Technical Manager/Grid Reliability and Adaptability, Idaho National Laboratory
    • 11:00AM - Roundtable Breakouts
      • ELECTRI Research Topics for Fall RFP
      • ELECTRI’s Next Big Initiative – What does the industry need most?
    • 11:45AM - Recap Round Tables
  • 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.