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June 29, 2022

Platinum Partner Spotlight – CED (Consolidated Electrical Distributors)

In 1957, CED (Consolidated Electrical Distributors) started with humble beginnings with just two locations.  Over the many years, they have worked hard to keep CED as local as possible by acquiring local distributors to provide the quality materials and service they’ve become known for.  Now with over 700 locations nationwide, CED has become one of the largest electrical distributors in the country.  As an IECRM Platinum Partner, CED supports member contractors by providing a wide range of electrical materials in one convenient local stop, all while exemplifying their core values of service, integrity, and reliability. 

We asked Matt Matheny of CED to provide us with some insights about what makes CED a great partner:

What is your company’s WHY?  

First and foremost, our why is the people.  Whether it’s regarding our employees, customers, trade partners, or their families, none of this works without them.  We want to make every experience with CED a good one for all parties involved.

What is it your company believes in?

We believe in partnerships driving our business.  If we can make a decision that will have a positive impact on one of our partners, then we view it as a win/win situation.  Partnerships are a two-way street and benefits should be reciprocal.

What is the most strategic service you provide to electrical contractors?

Accurate and timely service with a customer-focused team.

Tell us about your partnership and engagement with IECRM.

CED has been a partner with IEC from the very beginning and plans on continuing the partnership for years to come.   I currently sit on the Board of Directors along with the membership and emerging leadership committees.   We are committed to the continued growth and education of the future leaders of our industry through our partnership with the IEC.

Words of Inspiration and Wisdom…

“Be a yardstick of quality.  Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected .” – Steve Jobs

IECRM Self-Pay Tuition Policy

 

Self-pay students who are employed with a member company must register and pay through the member company using the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process in order to qualify for member rates.

Self-pay students that are employed with a member company but that do not register and pay through the member will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who are employed with a member company and require a payment plan will not qualify for the member rate and will be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


Self-pay students who do not work for a member company will continue to be charged the non-member rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.


To maximize association/membership benefits, ALL member companies are encouraged to register and pay for all enrolled apprentices utilizing internal payment arrangements and processes between employer and employee.


We value our IECRM members and apprentice community. We encourage all apprentices to be enrolled in the four-year apprenticeship program, earning, and learning their way toward Journeyworker licensure. We encourage all members to utilize the member discount for tuition, books and applicable fees to ensure the long-term support and success of the next-generation electrician.


(Payment Plans are available, please reference the Self Pay Payment Plan Policy.)


Self-Pay Payment Plan Policy


We offer the following arrangements for students that are unable to pay in full at the time of registration.


● Self-pay students will be charged the non-member rate.
● A 50% down payment of total semester tuition, books and applicable fees are due at registration.
● Remaining balance can be divided up to 3 additional monthly payments ($10.00 processing fee applies on each installment)
● All payments that are declined will incur a $20.00 NSF fee.

 

We encourage all students who are employed with a member company to work with their employer to register and pay through the IECRM Flashpoint Enrollment Portal/Process. This will ensure the student is paying the lowest possible rate for tuition, books and applicable fees.