b'FROM THE PRESIDENT, MARK LLOYDR is simply the first of many adjectives that come toinfluence and expertise will continue to increase. That I was able Rewarding mind as I think about my experience as president of ECAO. Theto play a small part in this is, as I wrote earlier, rewarding.rewards are, looking back; the advancement of our associationInreflectingbackonmyfirstarticleinthismagazine,as throughout the industry and beyond, the quick and amicablepresident in 2017, I stated: Its far too easy to just sit back settlement of a new Principle Agreement, the vast improvementand complain, but to make a difference, you have to be at the in relations with the IBEW/CCO, the increase of engagementtable.I am proud of what we have accomplished while I have from our members and Affiliate Partners, the development ofbeen president and the manner in which I have tried to serve more leaders in our community, and, of course, the friendshipsintherole.However,itisimportanttorecognizethatthese made and enhanced during that time. However, it is the first ofaccomplishmentswouldnothavebeenpossiblewithoutthe these that I am most pleased to expand upon. outstanding support of our members, Affiliate Partners, ECAO For years a well-kept secret, ECAO has begun to assume astaff, ETBA, Board of Directors, and especially the Executive prominent role at industry events, have a seat at the table withCommittee. We have a structure in place whereby ECAO ensures our Provincial Government, contribute in meaningful ways tostability and continuity on our Board. This structure includes the committee work that impacts our members, educate and inform,Past President sitting as a member of the Executive and Board. aswellasprofessionallyrepresentourmembersthroughoutI am particularly thankful for this mechanism, as Dan Lancia the Province of Ontario. I am proud to have been part of the(the current Past President) has provided me with sage advice collaborative efforts ECAO has made with several key industryand unwavering support; and I hope to be able to do the same andtradeassociations.Ibelievethisengagementhasallowedfor your incoming president. Furthermore, given the continuity ECAO to elevate its profile and be seen as a premier electricalof our leadership, I am confident that ECAO will continue to industry leader. As we continue to build our community, ourevolve and improve. New planHealthSource Plus, a People Corporation Company,has merged with long-time ECAO Associate Member,benefits,Skipwith & Associates. same greatContain costs while enjoying exceptional service with our newly enhanced employee benefits plans for groups of all sizes; service and1-3 EmployeesFlexibility and low cost optionspricing. 4-250 EmployeesMatch current or design your own planOne contactdaily support, booklets, coverage, claims, invoicingNO COST TO QUOTE Call 1-800-753-0110 or email Jason Ovsenny at JOvsenny@healthsourceplus.comwww.ecao.org4'