The Electrical Current

Spenser Villwock talks with Sara Navarro, Safety Director at Sun City Electric in El Paso, Texas. Sara shares her career path in the education sector and then shifting from the classroom to the electrical contracting profession in her family's 60-year old second generation business. Sara has brought her many talents to the IEC National A&T Committee, leading an initiative for New Workers that is set to launch this spring to the benefit of contractors and those entering the trade. Thank you to Sara for sharing your story with us and for all you do to make IEC the best that we can be. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Joe Banda of Walker Engineering and President of the Board of Directors at IEC Texas Gulf Coast in Houston. Joe is an IEC graduate who is passionate about giving back to the trade that has served him, his family, and his career path in this exciting industry over the last 26 years. He shares his insights on a positive, energetic, and enthusiastic outlook on life and your career. Focus on the means, and not the end, to achieve true success. Huge thanks to Joe for his guidance and leadership. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Robert Stroescu, Vice President of Light Commercial and Construction Programs at Eaton Corporation. Raised in Germany, and now residing in the great state of Texas, Robert shares perspective on skilled trades pathways in the education system and reflects on the continual growth of technology in the electrical construction industry. Tune in to this enlightening conversation with Robert Stroescu with Platinum Partner and IEC Foundation leader, Eaton Corporation. Together, #WeAreIEC.

Spenser Villwock talks with Todd Reed, National Market Manager of platinum partner Graybar corporate in St. Louis, Missouri. Todd is a marketing guru for Graybar and the industry, in addition, he serves as a Trustee of the IEC Foundation and member of the Platinum Partner Council for IEC National. He is also the host of the Inspired and Intentional Business podcast, which focuses on organizational structure, culture, and business philosophy. And Todd also shares a bit about another great passion of his, board gaming, and his co-ownership of the annual convention of thousands of board game enthusiasts at Geekway to the West. You're going to enjoy this conversation, IEC Nation. Thanks to Todd and Graybar for all the support of our contractors and mission. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Tom Alexander of Atkins & Stang in Cincinatti, Ohio. A lifelong Ohioan, Tom shares his story about growing up with strong family values of working hard for what the things and opportunities that you earn in life. His career in the electrical industry has been exceptionally rewarding personally and professionally, which has motivated him to get involved in his trade association to help others grow, develop, and prosper. Tom is the current Chairman of the IEC Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to funding, promoting, and supporting educational opportunities in the electrical and communications industry. Tom is a great leader and friend to us all. #WeAreIEC

IEC CEO Spenser Villwock talks with Peter Matthews, President of Lightscape Electric in Boulder County, Colorado. From Midwestern roots, Peter grew up with the values of hard work and the satisfaction of working on hands-on projects. He shares his start in the trade and path to business ownership, now passing on the values of merit shop to promote his employees. Enjoy this great conversation with Peter Matthews. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Dean Kredit of K2 Electric in Phoenix, Arizona. Dean shifted his career from the printing business to electrical after watching his twin brother soar in the skilled trades. Dean has been an elected leader of the local chapter, IEC of Arizona, and national association, IEC National. Among many roles, he served as National Board President in 2013 and currently serves as a Trustee of the IEC Foundation. Prepare to gain some wisdom in this great conversation with Dean, y'all! #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Bruce Seilhammer, Electrical Construction Group Manager at SECCO, Inc. in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. They talk about business philosophy, vocational trades, serving in the Air Force, and merit shop contracting. Bruce has been active in IEC at both the local and national level, serving as National Board President in 2017. Enjoy the latest episode of The Electrical Current! #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Candy Branham, President of Branham Electric in St. Peters, Missouri. A native of St. Louis, Candy shares her story about growing an electrical contracting business with her husband, Tim. Candy has been active with IEC on the local and national front, currently serving on the National Executive Committee and is the incoming Treasurer for 2019. Thanks to Candy Branham for sharing more of her story with us all. #WeAreIEC

Spenser Villwock talks with Janet Martin, VP of Bret's Electric in Fredrick, Colorado. Bret's Electric is a 25 year old award-winning family contracting business. Janet has served as a board member and committee member at both the local level of IEC, at IECRM, and at IEC National. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Board at IEC National. Join us for a lively conversation about the great career path in the electrical industry. #WeAreIEC