2018 EFC Conference Highlights

 

June 4, 2018

Close to 500 industry members and guests convened in Vancouver May 29-31 for Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s annual conference. The event attracted industry colleagues from EFC’s electrical community of manufacturers, distributors, reps and affiliated partners, making it an ideal platform for members to network with industry peers, gain business insight from leading speakers, and organize business meetings with channel partners. 

Close to 500 industry members and guests convened in Vancouver May 29-31 for Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s annual conference. The event attracted industry colleagues from EFC’s electrical community of manufacturers, distributors, reps and affiliated partners, making it an ideal platform for members to network with industry peers, gain business insight from leading speakers, and organize business meetings with channel partners. This year’s Annual General Meeting was held at the conference, where Peter Horncastle from Graybar Canada was appointed EFC Chair. Joris Myny, Siemens Canada, now assumes the role of Past Chair.

Peter, Joris and EFC President & CEO Carol McGlogan reviewed achievements from the past year, and shared forthcoming strategic initiatives during the General Assembly. They also announced the launch of EFC’s new brand identity, which will guide the association into an exciting new frontier. 

This year’s conference offered tremendous insights. The business program featured inspirational talks about 

• sustainability and clean technology• trade and global affairs

• intelligent buildings and smart homes 

• the need for increased digitalization in our industry

Attendees also learned the art of overcoming barriers to become a true leader, from Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist Catriona Le May Doan.

There was something for everyone at this year’s conference. Young professionals from across the country met during the EFC-YPN and BCEA-U40 networking reception, bridging connections between our industry’s next generation of leaders from coast-to-coast! Finally, at the awards gala on Wednesday, the following members were recognized for their outstanding contributions to EFC and the overall industry: 

• Corporate Engagement Award — Standard 

• Industry Recognition Award — John Sencich, Thomas & Betts, a member of the ABB Group (retired) 

• Trailblazer Award — Jason Prevost, Standard • CEMRA Person of the Year Award — Peter Saccomanno, Lutron Next year’s conference will be held in Quebec City, May 28-30, 2019. Save these dates.