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NTW 11/04: Get a Glimpse of the Int'l Lineman's Rodeo!

Nov 4, 2024

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While Overall Jobs Gains Stalled in October, Construction Posted Fifth-Straight Monthly Increase

With the Dept. of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics describing the U.S. economy's overall jobs gain of 12,000 during October as being "essentially unchanged" from the month prior, the construction industry's increase of an estimated 8,000 jobs nevertheless stood out..

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Watch Now: 2024 International Lineman's Rodeo

Get a glimpse of the action from the 2024 International Lineman's Rodeo and Safety Conference! We talked with linemen about the latest tools and techniques making a difference in their work, shown off across the rodeo and trade show floor. NECA was a proud sponsor of the safety conference this year as our Director of Outside Line Safety Mike Starner, Senior Vice President of Labor Relations and Risk Management James Fagan, and CEO David Long attended the event.

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Nominations Due November 15 for the NECA Innovator of the Year Award

The NECA Innovator of the Year is awarded to an industry pioneer from a NECA member contractor who champions innovation across their company and the entire NECA community. Winners are recognized at the annual MEP Innovation Conference hosted by NECA, MCAA and SMACNA. Deadline for consideration for the 2025 award is November 15, 2024.

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Apply to NECA Innovation Institute's 2025 Cohorts

The Innovation Institute presents members with an unparalleled chance to elevate their businesses by nurturing visionary leaders. Having successfully completed four comprehensive yearlong programs, our team of strategic problem-solving experts has guided future executives and rising stars in the field.

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New Edition of Tool & Equipment Rental Guide Now Available

Jointly published by NECA, MCAA & SMACNA, this guidebook offers insights on contractor-owned equipment to ensure industry professionals have the most updated costs to inform internal estimating, project proposals for new and potential customers, and cost accounting efforts.

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