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September 29, 2022

Platinum Partner Spotlight – Graybar

As the 2022 IECRM Industry Partner of the Year, Graybar has proven to be a valuable asset not only to the association but to the entire electrical industry.  From its humble beginnings in 1869 as Gray & Barton to becoming one of North America’s largest employee-owned companies, Graybar has served as a vital link in the supply chain working to the advantage of its suppliers and customers. 

We asked Jason Ghent and Jon Callaway to provide us with some insights about what makes Graybar a great partner:

  • What is your Company’s WHY?  

Graybar is an employee-owned distributor of electrical and communication/data products whose purpose is to help our customers build and maintain their facilities with solutions to improve their efficiency, reduce risk, and be the best material management company for them.

  • What is it you believe in?  Our 153-year history has taught us that our industry is an essential, collaborative, and vibrant part of America.  Working together, we can serve our employees, customers, and manufacturers to be the critical link in the supply chain.
  • What is the most strategic service you provide to electrical contractors and the renewable energy industry? 
    Our most strategic services to electrical contractors take place when, together, we deliberately align our cultures, processes, and systems to create efficient projects and new business opportunities.  It is not a product that can be bought, rather, it is a long-term commitment to the best outcomes for both parties.
  • Tell us about your partnership and engagement with IECRM.  
    Graybar takes its IECRM Platinum membership seriously and provides an enthusiastic approach to IECRM events.  Whether it is barbecuing at the Expo/Open House or participating with contractor members at the Clay Shoot and Golf tournament, Graybar is eager to be involved in IECRM events. Additionally, Graybar is represented on the Board of Directors and involved in committees with contractors members.
                           
  • Words of Inspiration and Wisdom…  The effects of the pandemic and supply chain disruptions have shown us that the rules of thumb that we had in 2019 no longer apply.  Rather, a “supply chain 4.0” is evolving to enable contractors to run a “digital thread” through their projects, starting with a digital BOM at the estimate that follows through the entire construction cycle to closeout. 

To learn more about Graybar and its history, visit https://poweringthenewera.com/our-story/.

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.