Denver, CO — Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain (IECRM), the largest IEC electrical contractor association and training program in the United States, proudly announced the winners of its 20th Annual Summit Awards during an awards dinner and celebration held at Empower Field at Mile High on April 16, 2026.
The evening brought together leading electrical contractors, industry partners, and professionals from across the region to recognize outstanding achievements in electrical construction and innovation. Festivities began with a welcome reception featuring passed hors d’oeuvres, exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of the iconic Denver Broncos stadium, outdoor field views, a dedicated cigar lounge, and high-level networking among industry leaders.
During the reception, attendees also had the opportunity to participate in a silent auction hosted by the IECRM Emerging Leaders. The auction featured a variety of sought-after items and experiences, with proceeds supporting a meaningful cause.
A highlight of the evening was the recognition of the IECRM Emerging Leaders 14.0 cohort, a group of committed individuals who successfully completed the organization’s leadership development program. These graduates were honored for their dedication to advancing their leadership skills and contributing to the future of the electrical industry.
As part of their program initiative, the Emerging Leaders set an ambitious goal to raise $13,000 for TACT (Teaching the Autism Community the Trades), a nonprofit organization that equips individuals in the autism community with valuable trade skills and career pathways. With the addition of the silent auction during the Summit Awards, they exceeded their goal, raising a total of $17,000. This achievement underscores IECRM’s commitment to both workforce development and community impact.
“The Summit Awards represent the very best of our industry,” said Marilyn Akers Stansbury IECRM CEO. “As we celebrate 20 years of recognizing excellence, we are proud to honor the contractors, projects, and individuals who continue to raise the bar in electrical construction.”
2026 Summit Award Winners:
Company & Individual Awards
- Workforce Development Award — Namaste Solar
For exhibiting excellence in promoting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse and inclusive company culture. Read the news release.
- Superstar Project Manager of the Year — Tim Smith, Prizm Electrical Solutions, Inc. Read the news release.
- Superstar Project Manager of the Year — Hemasree Kantamaneni, MBR Electric, Inc. Read the news release.
- Alumnus of the Year Award — Tyler Pecore
For demonstrated leadership and contributions to the energy, electrical, and construction industry. Read the news release.
- Electrical Industry Innovation Award — Encore Electric
For excellence in innovation in the electrical industry. Read the news release.
- Contractor Member & Industry Partner Collaboration Award — Benchmark Electrical Solutions & Frontier Controls Corporation
For exhibiting excellence in partnership, contribution, and collaboration. Read the news release.
- Excellence in Electrical Service Award — Mears Group
For exhibiting excellence in quality, customer service, and overall experience. Read the news release.
- Community Service Award — Brothers Plumbing Heating & Electric
For exhibiting excellence in community involvement, industry advocacy, and volunteer work. Read the news release.
- Industry Partner of the Year Award — CED–Consolidated Electrical Distributors
For engagement, contributions, and support of the energy, electrical, and construction industry. Read the news release.
- Instructor of the Year Award — Brian Slota
For excellence in training the next generation of electricians. Read the news release.
Excellence in Electrical Construction Project Award Winners
Commercial
$250K–$500K
- Category A: HighPoint Electric West – Mill City Church. Read the news release.
- Category B: LEI Companies, Inc. – AVOLTA – Greetings & Outwest. Read the news release.
- Category C: Namaste Solar – Anchor Center for Blind Children. Read the news release.
$500K–$2M
- Category A: HighPoint Electric West – Brown Note Productions Tenant Improvement (TI) Project. Read the news release.
- Category C: Exceed Electrical Contracting – Micro Motion Manufacturing Electrical Upgrade. Read the news release.
$2M–$6M
- Category A: Bret’s Electric – Stanford Senior Living. Read the news release.
- Category B: LEI Companies, Inc. – Southwest Airlines GUB & Cargo. Read the news release.
- Category C: Odin Electric – Durango Mercy MOB II + USPI Ambulatory Surgery Center. Read the news release.
$6M–$10M
- Category B: LEI Companies, Inc. – Denver Public Schools – Ceylon Phase I and II Elementary. Read the news release.
- Category C: Loenbro – University of Wyoming “Restore the War” Project. Read the news release.
$10M+
- Category C: Encore Electric – AdventHealth Littleton Heart and Vascular Tower and CUP Expansion. Read the news release.
Industrial
Up to $500K
- Category A: Juniper Mountain Electric – Town of Encampment Sewer Lagoon Improvements. Read the news release.
- Category C: Exceed Electrical Contracting – Spinney Mountain. Read the news release.
$2M–$6M
- Category A: Grasmick Electric Corp – Meridian Water Campus. Read the news release.
- Category C: Loenbro – Pagosa Springs Water Treatment and Sanitation District – Snowball Water Treatment Plant Project. Read the news release.
Residential
- Single-Family: Magee Electric – Caravone Residence. Read the news release.
- Multi-Family: Exceed Electrical Contracting – 955 Bannock. Read the news release.
Energy Efficiency
- EV: Exceed Electrical Contracting – Adams 14 Bus Charging Station. Read the news release.
- Solar: HighPoint Electric West – HighPoint West / Sol Fence Solar Fence Project. Read the news release.
Specialty Categories
- Historic Preservation & Renovation Tie:
APCO Electric, Inc. – Historic 1898 Livestock Exchange Building. Read the news release.
Hometown Electrical Services – Ochiltree Block. Read the news release.
Low-Voltage / Limited Energy / Systems Automation & Controls
- Category B: LEI Companies, Inc. – Aurora Central High School Fire Alarm Improvements. Read the news release.
- Category C: Mears Group – Tallgrass TPC-ADM Compressor Station. Read the news release.
Top Honor
- Highest Peak Award: HighPoint Electric West – Mill City Church. Read the news release.
IECRM also recognized 41 member electrical contracting companies for completing the IECRM Safety Assessment during the 20th Annual IECRM Summit Awards held on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Click here to read more about the Safety Excellence Certificate Program and this year’s honorees.
Thank you to all 2026 Summit Award Nominees
IECRM proudly recognizes all award nominees. Your dedication, craftsmanship, innovation, and commitment to excellence continue to advance the electrical construction industry throughout the Rocky Mountain region. Each nomination reflects a story of hard work, leadership, and meaningful impact; we are honored to celebrate your achievements.
- APCO Electric, Inc.
- Bret’s Electric
- Brothers Plumbing Heating & Electric
- Conduct All Electric
- Encore Electric
- Exceed Electrical Contracting
- Frontier Controls Corporation
- Grasmick Electric Corp
- HighPoint Electric West
- Hometown Electrical Services
- Juniper Mountain Electric
- KPS Electric Inc.
- LEI Companies, Inc.
- Loenbro
- Magee Electric
- MBR Electric
- McCarthy Building Co
- Mears Group
- Namaste Solar
- Odin Electric
- Prizm Electrical Solutions Inc.
- Sandbox Solar
- Wayne’s Electric
Thank You to Our 2026 Summit Award Sponsors
IECRM extends our sincere appreciation to the sponsors who make the Summit Awards possible. Your support reflects a commitment to recognizing the hard work and achievements of individuals and teams across our industry—while also setting your company apart as a leader in elevating excellence within the electrical construction community.
This milestone celebration is made possible through the generous support of the following sponsors:
BuildOps
CED – Consolidated Electrical Distributors
CES – City Electric Supply / City Electric Supply
Colorado Safety Supply Company
Federated Insurance
Frontier Controls Corporation – An Allied Instrumentation Company
Matsuo Engineering, LLC
MBR Electric, Inc.
McCarthy Building Companies
Milwaukee Tool
Rexel
Special thanks to all of our award presenters and event contributors at the IECRM Summit Awards for their leadership and support in recognizing excellence across the industry: Larry Hopkins, Managing Director at Hood Builder and IECRM Board Member; Annette Gauna, IECRM Training Manager; Greg Livin, Wipfli, IECRM Board Member and Treasurer; Jason Jones, Principal of Legacy Electrical Partners, IECRM Board of Directors member, IECRM and IEC National Emerging Leaders alumnus, and current mentee serving on national committees; David Jones, QED and IECRM Board Member; Leighland Gutierrez, Frontier Controls Corp. and IECRM Board Member; Allan Matsuo, Matsuo Engineering, IECRM Events Committee member, Membership Committee co-chair, and longtime float captain for the IECRM Sparkling Ice Castle in the 9NEWS Parade of Lights; Jake Jackson, Owner of Juniper Mountain Electric, IECRM Board of Directors member, and IEC National Apprenticeship and Training Committee member; and Paul Lingo, IECRM Training Director. Special thanks as well to Trey Humphreys and Joshua Strasheim-Kukich of City Electric Supply, the evening’s premier sponsor, for leading the welcome and Pledge of Allegiance.
Click Here to see the 2026 Summit Awards Album.
