Highlights from IECRM’s State of the Industry Dinner – Safety Showcase, Fashion Show, and New Board of Directors
On Thursday, November 13, IECRM hosted its State of the Industry Dinner & Board of Directors Election at the Delta Marriott in Northglenn, bringing together contractors, educators, partners, students, and industry leaders for an evening celebrating collaboration, innovation, and safety. This year’s theme, United in a Culture of Safety, was reflected throughout the night, highlighting the community’s commitment to protecting people, fostering professional growth, and strengthening the electrical industry.
The evening began with a cocktail reception featuring deluxe appetizers, networking, and an interactive Safety Showcase, where attendees explored cutting-edge tools, resources, and programs that support a culture of safety in electrical construction.
A special thank-you to our Safety Showcase Station Sponsors, whose contributions not only provided engaging booths with demonstrations and expert insights but also helped to support the event financially:
- Colorado Safety Supply Company
- Community Reach Center & Mental Health First Aid Colorado (MHFACO)
- IAEI
- IDEAL Electrical
- Milwaukee Tool
- Partners in CPR
- OEL Worldwide Industries
- RCOM Computer Services
- The Lighting Agency
- Werner Co.
These attendees gained valuable resources and inspiration to enhance safety practices in their own organizations.
One of the evening’s highlights was the surprise Safety Gear Fashion Show, hosted by Josh Bobb, Director of Environmental, Health, and Safety for Weifield Group, a Loenbro Company. With over 20 years of experience in construction safety and firefighting, Josh served as Master of Ceremonies, introducing apprentices who modeled state-of-the-art PPE and safety apparel that combine innovation, protection, and professional style.
Twenty apprentices representing 16 member companies of IECRM took to the runway to showcase personal protective equipment (PPE) that combines protection, innovation, and professionalism. The event featured products from Colorado Safety Supply’s manufacturing partners, including Kask, CleanSpace Respirators, Radians, FallTech, Superior Glove, PIP, and Portwest, as well as the latest PPE offerings from OEL Worldwide and Milwaukee Tool.
Featured Gear & Apprentices
| Apprentice(s) | Gear Highlight | Sponsor / Brand |
| Victoria | Insulated gloves & WORKSKIN Beanie | Milwaukee |
| Madison & Asher | Flame-resistant head-to-toe protection | Superior Glove, PIP, Portwest |
| Casey & Irene | CAT 4 Arc Flash Windstopper | OEL/GORE-TEX PYRAD |
| Jake & Jolynn | FallTech harnesses & CleanSpace respirators | Superior Glove, FallTech, Radians |
| Jason & Maria | High-vis vest & FREEFLEX women’s workwear | Milwaukee |
| Lane & Lisbeth | Flame-resistant cold weather layers | Portwest, Neese by Radians |
| Dalton & Morgan | BOLT™ Helmets & accessories | Milwaukee |
| Marc & April | 8 Cal/cm² Jacket & Bib Kit | OEL |
| Francisco & Tiffanie | Height & flame safety gear | PIP, Superior Glove, FallTech |
| Ian & Alix | BlackSeries GTX Arc Flash suits | OEL |
A special thank-you to the creative teams behind the fashion show:
- Asa Dyer & Matt Poland, OEL Worldwide
- Valerie Boyd & Sara Porter, Colorado Safety Supply
- Zackery Collins & Brad Hunt, Milwaukee Tool
- Brett Reyes, IECRM Development Director – Fashion Show Director
- Carli Rodriguez & Danielle Ortega, IECRM Apprenticeship Team – Stage Managers
The fashion show highlighted how safety, innovation, and pride in the craft come together in the electrical industry.
During dinner, IECRM leadership shared updates on workforce development, apprenticeship growth, legislative initiatives, and key strategic priorities. Members were encouraged to continue fostering a culture of safety and accountability across all workplaces.
The evening also featured the announcement of the 2026 IECRM Board of Directors:
- David Scott, President – Construction Industry Advocate, Encore Electric
- Clint Wright, Vice President – CE Power Systems
- David Jones, Secretary – Regional Sales, QED Supply
- Greg Livin, Treasurer – Wipfli, LLP
- Larry Hopkins – Managing Director, Hood Builder
- Sam Gluck – Vice President, APCO Electric, Inc.
- Leighland Gutierrez – Head of Commercial Sales, Frontier Controls Corporation
- Jake Jackson – Owner, Juniper Mountain Electric
- Jason Jones – Principal, Legacy Electrical Partners
- Matt Matheny – Lighting Specialist, Consolidated Electrical Distributors
- Robert Watkins – CEO & Managing Member, Rocky Mountain Electric and Control, LLC
Congratulations to all board members who will guide IECRM into 2026 and help drive growth, innovation, and a culture of safety in the electrical industry.
Thank You, Event Sponsors!
A heartfelt thank-you to our event sponsors, whose support made the evening possible:
- QED – Platinum Premier Sponsor
- Federated Insurance Services – Table Wine Sponsor
- Frontier Controls Corporation – Homemade Ginger Snap Dog Treats
- REXEL – Bar Sponsor
- The Home Depot – Registration Table Sponsor
- Weifield Group Electrical Contracting, A Loenbro Company – Photography
Thank you to all attendees, sponsors, and volunteers for making this year’s State of the Industry Dinner both meaningful and memorable. By uniting in a Culture of Safety, we celebrate achievements, strengthen our community, and pave the way for a safer, more innovative future.
Click here to check out photos from the runway, the Safety Showcase, and the evening’s highlights!
