Where electrical business leaders come to learn, connect, and grow.

✔  Stay Ahead of the Biggest Industry Changes

Topic: Navigating Paid Family Medical Leave (PFLM). Understand Minnesota’s new Paid Family Medical Leave law and how it impacts your business, staffing, and payroll operations.
Presenter: Employment Lawyer: Kate Bischoff, K8bisch LLC
(pre-read: EA's blog unpacks some must knows now as we approach go live with this in 2026)

Topic: Private Insurance Options for PFML Compliance. Learn how private plans compare to the state program and what contractors should evaluate when selecting coverage.
Presenter: North Risk Partners Insurance

Topic: 2026 Code Update, get the latest on major code changes that will affect your projects, inspections, and compliance in 2026.
Presenter: Dean Hunter, Chief Electrical Inspector, MN Department of Labor and Industries

✔ Win More Work & Strengthen Your Business Strategy

Topic: From Code Lookups to Calculations: Using AI in Your Electrical Business. See real examples of how AI can streamline estimating, project management, customer service, and daily operations.
Presenter: Woody Taylor, Paramis AI

Topic: Winning Government Contract Work. A clear guide to bidding, compliance, documentation, and partnering successfully on local, state, and federal projects.
Presenter: Jeff Anderson, ATEK Distribution LLC

Topic: Partnering with the Minnesota Builders Exchange. Discover how to leverage MBEX tools, project listings, and connections to expand your business opportunities.
Presenter: Dave Siegel, Executive Director, Minnesota Builders Exchange

✔ NEW for 2026: Contractor Experience Zone – Hands-On Demo Labs

Presented by: ElectroTech, Rouzer Group, MRL Company, AJB Sales, and Grissinger Johnson

This year’s biggest addition: five interactive, 30-minute, hands-on sessions that will allow participants to test tools, try new tech, and work through real install challenges with guidance from industry experts. Space is limited -- 15 participants per session.

• Rotate through interactive, tool-in-hand learning stations.
• Compare old-school vs. new labor-saving methods.
• Test prefab systems, troubleshooting boards, GFCI solutions, Leviton innovations, and more.
• Compete for prizes and walk away with practical, real-world skills.
• Space is limited to 15 per session, select your spots at registration.

✔ Connect, Network, and Recharge

• Welcome Reception to kick off the event.
• Dedicated networking with contractors, partners, and presenters.
• Bourbon & Wine Tasting social to wrap up the day.