Call for Nominations – EAP Governing Board

The EAP Governance Committee is currently accepting nominations for candidates interested in serving as a director on the EAP Governing Board. Join a group of your industry colleagues in advancing the business success of companies installing and maintaining residential, commercial, and industrial energy systems!

You can view more information about the role of a director on the EAP Governing Board here. You will also find a link to apply for consideration. 

EAP Board nominations are due Friday, September 8, by 5:00 pm EST.  Candidates will be notified of their application status by Wednesday, September 20.


EAP Fall /Winter Education Schedule Announced

We’re happy to announce our Fall/Winter Continuing Education schedule! Eight webinars will be offered, taught by highly trained, experienced, and qualified instructors. New classes include Fire Pumps (Article 695), Code Overlaps – What Electrician Need to Know, and Transformers, Motors and More. As always, EAP education webinars offer a variety of credits for the following jurisdictions: Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia. View the full schedule here.

The Business of Contracting – 10/27/23 

Join us for a day of learning!  Improve your bottom line by learning from experts within their field. Pricing, sales, marketing, and succession planning experts will share their knowledge. Invest in yourself and your company on October 27!

Calling all suppliers and industry affiliates! We have some great opportunities to support your customers while getting products and services in front of buyers. Learn more about exhibit and sponsor opportunities here


Get to know UECU, EAP’s Official Credit Union!

We recently sat down with UECU's National Account Representative Paula Simmons, to learn more about the history of Utilities Employees Credit Union, advantages of a virtual credit union, financial wellness, and benefits available to EAP Members. Watch the full video here. EAP members can join UECU and take advantage of these benefits at www.uecu.org/eap

EAP Residential HVAC Rebate

EAP’s 2023 Fall Residential HVAC Rebate Program started on August 7th, but there is still time to enroll! We’ve partnered with regional wholesalers to offer limited-time rebates for your customers. Use these increased rebates as part of your sales toolkit to close the sale on high-efficiency central air conditioning, heat-pump, and mini-split systems! Learn more about the rebate program and enroll here.

The Bureau of Workers' Compensation, Health & Safety Division, will be offering numerous FREE safety webinars in August and September 2023 through the Pennsylvania Training for Health and Safety program. To access the PATHS Training Calendar visit www.dli.pa.gov/paths. To begin registration for a training click on the Topic title. This will show you the training information along with the purpose and objectives for the webinar.  Click on the REGISTER link to be automatically re-directed to the registration form for completion.


More News

Are you a Manager, or a Leader? Join EAP for a collaborative experience with expert facilitator & coach, David Levine of KOAP. This program combines group lessons with individual coaching to apply new understandings in real-life activities that help participants hone new skills and develop new ways of working.  The cohort will focus on the following key areas: Communicating with Impact, Creating High Performing Teams, and Planning & Execution. The next twelve-week cohort begins on September 26th. Find out more here.


Peter Krajsa with John Costlow, SEF President

The Sustainable Energy Fund (SEF) honored Peter Krajsa, Co-Chair and Founder of (EAP Partner) the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF) with the Epstein Lifetime Achievement Award on Thursday, July 11, at the Hotel Hershey. The Epstein Award is presented to a deserving individual each year for a lifetime of work moving society towards a sustainable energy future. Mr. Krajsa has been recognized as an innovator in energy efficiency finance for over two decades. He cofounded NEIF, the nation’s only Certified B-Corp energy efficiency lender, which provides affordable financing for essential energy improvements nationally. Working with contractors, manufacturers, green banks, governments, and utilities, the NEIF team has been responsible for close to $1 billion in home and commercial energy improvements.


 

 

 

Education & Events

Virtual

  Economic Outlook
Thursday, September 14, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

Grounding vs Bonding
Wednesday, September 20, 8:00 am - 10:10 am

  EATON Connected Solutions
Thursday, September 21, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

 PECO Custom Incentives for Solar
Thursday, September 28, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

In Person

  EAP Mix & Mingle Happy Hour
Tuesday, October 10
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tavola Restaurant & Bar - Springfield, PA 

  The Business of Contracting
Friday, October 27
7:15 am - 4:00 pm
The Alloy - King of Prussia

Save the Date

  Electric Expo 2024
October 23-24, 2024

  

2024 Dues Renewal

Earlier this year, the EAP Governing Board approved a new membership structure resulting in just three categories: Contractors, Industry Suppliers, and Industry Professional Services. With this new structure also comes a new dues structure.

Renewal invoices will be sent in October for the 2024 membership; the following categories and dues rates will apply:

Contractors: $495 (includes HVAC rebate program participation)
Suppliers: $995
Industry Professional Services: $525

We appreciate your understanding of this new membership and dues structure, which hasn’t been significantly changed in several years, despite rising costs.

If you have questions about what your new membership category, please contact the EAP team.

Member Mondays

Have a company or employee anniversary, accomplishment, or milestone to share? Has your company been recognized by your community or industry? Has your affiliation with EAP led to a recent success story? Let us know! 

Share your story by replying or by emailing us directly at [email protected]

Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to learn more about your association and fellow members!

We're happy to add Tapper as EAP's newest Business Solutions provider! We spoke to Harry Xu of Tapper to learn more about this mobile payment solution.

Tell us a little about the services available through our partnership?
Tapper is a fast payments, invoicing and bookkeeping app that powers your business on the go. With Tapper, you can accept card payments with JUST one tap on your phone (no readers required), send unlimited professional invoices, manage your markups, and track your earnings and expenses all in one place. 
Why should EAP Members work with your company? Are there any special discounts or incentives available to members?
For EAP members, there's NO monthly fees, ever. 
What’s your best professional tip for members? 
Our best pro tip is that running a trade business requires more than just your craft - you need manage the "business" side of things properly to ensure your financial success in the long run.
How can an EAP Member contact you?
EAP members can contact me at:
[email protected] or (347) 443-2611
Learn more about Tapper