The Electrical Current

Spenser Villwock talks with Doug Sanford, Electrical Group President at IDEAL Industries in Sycamore, Illinois. They discuss social stigma on the skilled trades, growing a national and international competition to feature the excellence within the electrical industry, innovation and market disruption, and the humbling role of leadership. This is a podcast that business owners, futurists, and aspiring leaders will not want to miss. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Cesar Ramirez, Sales Manager of Precision Power Solutions in Houston, Texas. They discuss being a second generation electrician, going through the IEC apprenticeship program at IEC Texas Gulf Coast, competing at the IDEAL National Championships in Florida, teaching, and serving the industry through education and training efforts. You’re going to enjoy this inspiring conversation with Cesar. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Ryan Jackson of Ryan Jackson Electrical Training in Salt Lake City, Utah. They discuss the

National Electrical Code® (NEC®), starting in the electrical trade at 18, becoming an inspector, an instructor, and becoming a Code Nerd (term of affection). Ryan has recently authored a book for IEC, A Comprehensive Guide to the NEC®, that will be included in the IEC National Apprenticeship Program for 4th year Apprentices starting this upcoming academic year, 2019-2020. They talk about the project in-depth and share some insights for IEC Instructors from coast-to-coast. This is a fun, enlightening conversation, and we hope that you will enjoy learning, laughing, and gaining insights on this podcast. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Joseph Hovanec, Jr., President of Advanced Electric Design and Service in Rahway, New Jersey. They go deep on the future of the industry, power over ethernet, regulatory and legal victories and challenges, and the brilliance of Walt Disney. Joe is a tremendously big thinker and great asset to the industry as a whole. Sit back, listen intently, and enjoy this conversation about the past, present, and future of where we’re headed. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Bryan Beckett, CEO of Office Sensei, IEC Partner and supplier of office products, tech, furniture, promotional products, and other key business solutions. They discuss Bryan’s history working in the construction industry, providing him a unique perspective on a vision of launching his company and, later, benefitting greatly from connecting with like-minded business leaders at IEC, locally, and nationally. Bryan shares insight on retention of workforce talent by IEC members through recognition programs. Come learn more from the Sensei, gain wisdom, laugh a bit, and learn what a happy hour with Bryan Beckett might just look like. Thank you, Bryan and Office Sensei. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Gloria Aey, CFO of Aey Electric in Youngstown, Ohio. They talk about being a financial professional in the electrical contracting industry, the workforce needs of the future, and work-life balance with kayaks on the lake. Gloria is a leader in the industry and association, both locally at IEC Western Reserve and IEC National. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Gloria. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Phil Santoro, US Contractor Segment Manager at Schneider Electric. Phil started his career with Schneider at the age of 19 in Detroit, Michigan. He has seen the industry change dramatically over that time and focuses on leading solutions to today’s contractors. In addition to a number of key topics, Phil shares terrific insights on IoT and the opportunities available for contractors to become a proactive solution provider for their clients and customers. Thank you to Phil and Schneider Electric for all you do to make IEC great. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Matt Parkin, Foreman and Electrician at Bear Electric in Donald, Oregon. Matt shares about being a young leader in today’s industry and the drive to change the stigma on skilled trades as a career path in today’s world. He talks about the exciting challenges in his day-to-day and the intersection of technology in all that he does. Matt’s enthusiasm is infectious and you’re going to enjoy gaining his insights about what the future holds. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Carol Reynolds, Founder and CEO of United Industrial Services. They talk about being third generation in the electrical contracting industry, women in the construction workforce, testifying on apprenticeships to the US Congress, and opportunities for a prosperous career path in the industry. Listen in to this great conversation with a true leader, Carol Reynolds.

Spenser Villwock talks with Jim Schoenfelder, owner of 1st Electric Contractors in Lakewood, Colorado. They discuss supporting your team, growing a successful company, and living a life of purpose—personally and professionally. Tremendous insights from this great industry leader and exceptionally well-rounded human being, Jim Schoenfelder. You’re gonna love it. #WeAreIEC