- Oct 4-7
- McCORMICK PLACE LAKESIDE CENTER
2008 Convention Overview
The 2008 NECA Convention and Trade Show features opportunities to discover new products and services, learn about best practices, network with your peers, boost your company’s productivity, explore new markets, and enjoy the best of Chicago.
View the 2008 Chicago Convention Trailer
News
- NECA Chicago 2008 Means Business – And Fun, Too!
- May 15, 2008
Welcome to the first issue of the NECA 2008 Chicago Circuit, an electronic newsletter offering you an inside look at all the valuable education, networking, business opportunities and fun that await you at NECA 2008 Chicago!This not-to-be-missed event is occurring October 4-7 at the McCormick Place Lakeside Center in exciting downtown Chicago.There’s no doubt about it, you’re going to learn something in Chicago, and you’re going to enjoy learning it!
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- NECA 2008 Chicago is the Place to Go Green!
- May 15, 2008
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This year the NECA convention and trade show is focusing on the green technologies of the future, and the exciting opportunities that exist for your business. After all, your customers are becoming more educated about the alternatives to conventional power generation, such as solar, wind, and biomass, and they want these energy-saving options for their buildings.
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- First Ever EDL Webinar on BIM
- May 8, 2008
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Press Releases
- NECA Joins USGBC
- March 24, 2008
In order to support the surging demand for electrical contractors who can "build green" and successfully incorporate alternative energy sources into new and retrofit construction, NECA’s national office has embarked on an educational partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council.
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Key Dates
Deadlines
- June 2nd: Registration Opens
Hours
NECA Show
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
11:30 am – 5:00 pm |
| Monday, October 6, 2008 |
11:30 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday, October 7, 2008 |
10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
On-Site and General Convention Registration
| Thursday, October 2, 2008 |
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
| Friday, October 3, 2008 |
7:30 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday, October 4, 2008 |
7:30 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
7:30 am – 5:00 pm |
| Monday, October 6, 2008 |
7:30 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday, October 7, 2008 |
7:30 am – 2:00 pm |
New and Featured Product Room
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
10:30 am – 5:00 pm |
| Monday, October 6, 2008 |
10:30 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday, October 7, 2008 |
9:00 am – 1:00 pm |
NECA Store Hours
| Friday, October 3, 2008 |
8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday, October 4, 2008 |
8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Monday, October 6, 2008 |
8:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday, October 7, 2008 |
8:00 am – 2:00 pm |
Press Room Hours
| Saturday, October 4, 2008 |
1:30 pm – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Monday, October 6, 2008 |
8:00 am – 3:30 pm |
| Tuesday, October 7, 2008 |
8:00 am – 1:30 pm |
These hours are subject to change.