Denver, CO – On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) hosted its 18th annual Summit Awards ceremony at Empower Field at Mile High. The event was attended by nearly 300 electrical and renewable energy contracting professionals and leaders, who came together to celebrate the exceptional achievements of individuals and companies and award-winning electrical construction projects that span the Rocky Mountain Region.
The event started with a lively networking cocktail hour featuring signature cocktails, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres, and a red-carpet photo opportunity. Former Denver Broncos linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024 member Randy Gradishar made a special appearance, adding to the excitement of the evening. An outdoor cigar lounge provided a relaxing outdoor retreat, while stadium tours, led by IECRM alumnus Chris Hoag and Master Electrician for Empower FIeld, gave guests behind-the-scenes tours.
The main event of the evening was the display of various electrical construction projects while also recognizing the achievements of individuals in the industry. Randy Gradishar delivered an inspiring keynote speech on leadership and mentorship, sharing his personal experiences and insights from his journey. His speech was especially meaningful for long-time Broncos fans as he played an integral role in the team’s success during the 1970s.
The event also marked the graduation of IECRM’s Emerging Leaders Class 12.0, who completed IECRM’s six-month leadership training program. They were recognized as program graduates and for raising more than $13,000 for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer due to the program’s community service project.
Marilyn Akers Stansbury, IECRM CEO, and members of the IECRM Board of Directors, presented the awards to the deserving winners, showcasing the industry’s top talent and innovation.
IECRM 2024 Summit Award Winners
Superstar Support Services Staff
- 1-50 Employees – Alicia Smith, Prizm Electrical Solutions
- 100+ Employees – Sandy Bonham, Weifield Group Electrical Contracting
Superstar Project Managers
- 1-50 Employees – Danny Weaver, Sandbox Solar
- 100+ Employees – Mike Snelson, Weifield Group Electrical Contracting
Individual / Special Awards
- Executive Strategic Initiatives – Justin Martin, Bret’s Electric
- Community Service – High West Electric
- Workforce Development – Ludvik Electric
- Electrical Contractor/Industry Partner Collaboration – Montgomery Electric & Frontier Controls Corporation
- Industry Partner of the Year – Steve Killius, Legrand
Instructor of the Year
- Chris Shipp, Encore Electric
Alumnus of the Year
- Ric Nepomuceno, High West Electric
Specialty Awards Service & Historic
- Excellence in Electrical Service – Brothers Plumbing Heating & Electric
- Historic Preservation and Renovation – APCO Electric for The Loveland Feed & Grain Building
Safety Excellence Awards
- 1-50 employees – LionHeart Electrical
- 51-100 Employees – Carlton Electric
- 100+ Employees – BLS Electrical
Energy Efficiency + Rebate
- Solar
1-50 employees – Sandbox Solar, Native Hill APV
51-100 Employees – Namaste Solar, Vaisala
- Energy Efficiency Rebate
MAC Electric & Lighting Company
Commercial Project Awards
- Up to $250K
1-50 Employees – Integrity Electrical Solutions, Bloom Exhibit CMD at Marsico Campus
100+ Employees – BLS Electrical, IECRM North Campus Remodel
- $250-500K
51-100 Employees – Carlton Electric, Flight Club
100+ Employees – Exceed Electric Contracting, We Don’t Waste
- $500K-2M
1-50 Employees – Montgomery Electric, Hyland Hills Sports Complex
51-100 Employees – Benchmark Electrical Solutions, Gotham Greens Windsor
100+ Employees – Ludvik Electric, TPA Billings
- $2-6M
1-50 Employees – Montgomery Electric, Regis Jesuit High School, Science & Innovation Center
51-100 Employees – Benchmark Electrical Solutions, Lineage Ceti Alpha
100+ Employees (TIE)
Encore Electric, Empower Field at Mile High – Scoreboard & Team Store Expansion
Weifield Group Contracting, Empower Field At Mile High – Broncos Suites & Corridor
- $10M+
100+ Employees – Encore Electric, UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion 3 (AIP3)
Industrial Project Awards
- Up to $500K
1-50 Employees – APCO Electric, Independent Rebuild Services
- $500-2M
51-100 Employees – Carlton Electric, Karis Cold Storage Ice Box
- $2M-6M
100+ Employees – Weifield Group Contracting, Johnstown Low Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
- $6-10M
100+ Employees – Ludvik Electric, Sarival Water Reclamation Facility
Highest Peak Award
- Encore Electric UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion 3 AIP3
IECRM Emerging Leaders 12.0 Graduates
- Kyle Acdal – Weifield Group Electrical Contracting
- Michael Comstock – Encore Electric, Inc.
- Tasha Crandall – Integrity Electrical Solutions, LLC
- Matthew DeAnda – LEI Companies, Inc.
- Connor Fallon – Benchmark Electrical Solutions
- Aeris Finger – Allcable, Inc.
- Nate Fritz – Integrity Electrical Solutions, LLC
- Ryan Holroyd – Encore Electric, Inc.
- Nicolas Jensen – LEI Companies, Inc.
- Erik Kjellin – Lionheart Electrical, LLC
- James Magnum – Benchmark Electrical Solutions
- David Miller – Benchmark Electrical Solutions
- Gavin Selman – Conduct All Electric
- Kayla Walton – APCO Electric, Inc.
- Lexi Wright – Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM)
Nominations for the next IECRM Emerging Leaders Program open on June 1, 2024. Learn more at iecrm.org/emergingleaders.
“What an empowering and inspiring opportunity for everyone present to celebrate IECRM’s 18th year of recognizing individuals and projects for excellence in the electrical and renewable energy industry. Leadership and legacy were the overarching theme of the evening as we recognized this year’s graduating class of IECRM Emerging Leaders, presented more than 30 awards to IECRM member companies of all sizes, and listened to a special keynote from the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee – and former Denver Bronco – Randy Gradishar! Thank you to all nominees, nominators, award winners, judges, members and partners, and the community!” said IECRM CEO Marilyn Akers Stanbury.
We are grateful for all of our member sponsors who made this event possible, including BLS Electrical Inc.; Carlton Electric, Inc.; CES – Colorado Electric Supply / City Electric Supply; CLEAResult Consulting; CLEAResult Consulting; Exceed Electrical Contracting; Federated Insurance; Frontier Controls Corporation; Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; Legacy Electrical Partners LLC; Ludvik Electric Co.; Milwaukee Tool; Prizm Electrical Solutions; QED Supply; Rexel USA; United Rentals, Inc.; Weifield Group Electrical Contracting; and X3 Tradesmen.
A special thank you goes out to Colorado Construction & Design Magazine (CCD Mag) for assisting with photography for the evening. IECRM partners with CCD magazine to provide its members discounted advertising rates in its industry magazine that reaches more than 50,000 A/E/C leaders and professionals twice-quarterly. Visit ccdmag.com and click on “Media Kit” for information about advertising your company and ask about the discounted IECRM member rates.
About IECRM: Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM) is a non-profit trade association that educates, advocates, and connects electrical and renewable energy professionals throughout Colorado and Wyoming. IECRM is dedicated to promoting excellence in the industry through its apprenticeship and continuing education programs, as well as its events and networking opportunities. For more information, visit iecrm.org.
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