Good news for all of us—March 20 marks the first day of spring! Now’s the time to prepare for the busy season, and we hope it’s busier than ever for you! Get all hands on deck to prepare your shop and fleet for the work ahead.

Managing risks when working with subcontractors is critical for every contractor's success. Federated Insurance outlines essential strategies like prequalification standards, claims history reviews, and safety protocols to ensure smooth operations and mitigate potential liabilities. 

Can we require that nonexempt employees work on holidays? Some of our employees said that they should not be required to work on holidays and that, if they do, we owe them extra pay. Is any of this true?

We understand that all businesses don’t have time to spend a day at a career event, which is why we want to represent you! New to EA is your ability to sponsor and showcase your brand at an event near you. For a few extra dollars you can increase your visibility without lifting a finger.

Thank you for a great 2025 Summit. This year's Electrical Contractor's Summit was our most attended. The speakers were fantastic and we got a lot of great information in one short day. We're starting the year out with great energy! 

Contractors, licensed and unlicensed electricians, students, apprentices, and products & services vendors—we have a lot of information and a great staff to help you succeed in the industry. Stop in and learn about who we are!

The Chair of the Electrical Association's Membership Committee, who is set to become the Chair of the Board of Directors, and owner of Lewis Electrical Contracting and Consulting Services Inc., Jay Lewis, joins Mike to discuss his journey and lessons learned from his years in the electrical trade. 

Members log in to download the latest Toolbox Talks topic: Megger Safety.

The Electrical Association believes in second chances. Just because someone made a poor choice in their past doesn’t mean they wouldn’t make a great employee today. Navigating hiring someone with a criminal background can be tricky and confusing territory. That is why EA has partnered with Fair Chance Employer to guide our members through the process. 

Looking for HVAC and insulation contractors to host an internship as an extension of a local workforce training program. The program is sponsored by Xcel Energy, Ramsey County and administered by CEE. Internships typically start in February, April, June and September. Conversations are welcome anytime throughout the year. 

Great electrical work gets the job done, but strong customer relationships are what keep the phone ringing—are you doing enough to turn one-time clients into lifelong advocates?