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SPARK Know Before You Go

October 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM CT

Get ready to make the most of SPARK 2026! Watch this Know Before You Go webinar designed to ensure you feel prepared, informed, and excited before arriving in Columbus. IEC’s Executive Director Amy Biedenharn walks through everything you need to know from what to expect onsite and how to navigate the event to making the most of the Expo, education sessions, networking opportunities, and special experiences. Whether this is your first SPARK or you’re a returning attendee, this webinar will give you the information and insider tips you need to arrive prepared and maximize your SPARK experience.

Key Takeaways or Learning Objectives:

1. Navigate the SPARK 2026 experience with confidence by understanding key event logistics, locations, schedules, and onsite resources.

2. Create a personalized SPARK experience by identifying education, Expo, networking, and community opportunities that align with professional goals.

3. Maximize time and connections at SPARK by using practical tips and strategies to engage with peers, exhibitors, speakers, and the broader IEC community.

Speaker(s) Information:

Amy Biedenharn, IEC Executive Director

Cara Herbstritt, National Chair, Events Advisory Committee (Electrical & Mechanical Systems, Inc)

Justin Martin, National Chair, Emerging Leaders Committee (Bret’s Electric)

Troy Corrigan, IEC National Immediate Past President (Corrigan Electric Co. Inc.)