About Us

In the 1950’s, a group of independent electrical contractors decided that in order to survive, be successful, and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace, they would pool their resources and form a trade association. This enabled an efficient, cost-effective method of providing employee training, benefits, and other advantages that accrue from joint action.

Founded in 1957, the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) is a national trade association for merit shop electrical contractors.

On March 3rd, 1988, IEC of Greater Cincinnati received a national charter from the IEC national trade association and began operations. Four local independent electrical contractors with a shared vision of free enterprise in the electrical industry sought the offerings of the national association so they could ensure the success of independent electrical contractors in the Greater Cincinnati area. The founding contractor companies were Stapleton Electric Co., Denier Electric Co., Inc., Henderson Electric, and Bertke Electric Co., Inc.

IEC of Greater Cincinnati is a strong and active chapter with more than 55 contractor members employing more than 1,070 field workers and almost 40 industry associate members. While membership numbers fluctuate with economic conditions, the commitment to excellence does not.