Independent Electrical Contractors

Call for Content

IEC invites industry experts and thought leaders to help shape the 2027 Business Summit education experience. If you have fresh insights, real-world experience, or game-changing strategies, we want to hear from you.

The Call for Content is open from Friday, July 31, to Friday, November 6, 2026.

About IEC Business Summit

The IEC Business Summit brings together forward-thinking professionals from across the country for a powerful three-day experience focused on leadership, business growth, and industry collaboration. The event offers top-tier education sessions designed specifically for business owners and IEC leaders, peer-to-peer networking, and dedicated time for IEC committee planning.

February 7 -10, 2027

Marriott Tampa Water Street | Tampa FL

Why Submit a Proposal?

By presenting at the IEC Business Summit, you’ll help shape the learning experience for contractors, chapter staff, and association leaders—all while building your own brand as a subject matter expert.

The Value of Your Session:

Strategic Insight: Help owners make smarter decisions to drive long-term success.
Trend Awareness: Bring clarity to emerging opportunities and challenges in the industry.
Actionable Impact: Deliver takeaways that attendees can immediately apply to their businesses.

Who You'll Reach

Our audience includes:

Electrical Business Owners & Contractors
IEC Chapter Executives & Staff
Industry Leaders and Decision-Makers

Session Formats

Learning Lab (60 minutes) – A formal presentation usually given by 1 or 2 content leaders
Panel Discussion (60 minutes) – Unscripted conversation and analysis with one moderator and 2/3 speakers with varied backgrounds
Workshop (60 minutes) – A highly interactive session where participants actively engage in exercises, discussions, or hands-on activities to build practical skills
Ask the Expert Session (60 minutes) – A subject matter expert answers audience questions with minimal formal presentation

What We’re Looking For

We invite proposals that:

Introduce innovative solutions or technologies
Share real-world case studies and business applications
Offer data-driven insights and forward-looking strategies
Use interactive and engaging session formats

Topic Tracks

Business Development

Financial Foundations (statements, cash flow, diversification)
Succession Planning & Growth Strategies
Regulatory Prep & Business Resilience
Contracts, Legal Risk, Leadership & Communication
Estimating, Time Management, and Productivity

Emerging Technology

Prefabrication Techniques
Renewable Energy & EV Infrastructure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications
BIM, SaaS & Digital Transformation Tools

IEC Chapter Staff

Member Engagement, Recruitment & Retention
Fundraising, Sponsorships & Financial Management
Local Advocacy & Legislative Strategy
Event Planning, CRM Tools & Digital Platforms
Marketing, Branding, and Chapter Growth

Ready to Submit?

We’re excited to hear your ideas! Complete your submission using the link below. Be sure to review the full Call for Content Guidelines document before submitting.

Questions? Contact: Kari Messenger, CMP, DES | Director of Events, IEC National | kmessenger@ieci.org