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2023 Directors to Watch

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC is proud to announce that Meghan Juday, Chairman of the Board, has been honored by Private Company Directors Magazine on their 2023 Directors to Watch list.

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Company News

Seventh Annual Elite Trades Championship Series to Air on CBS Sports Network

CBS Sports to Broadcast Competitions on Fridays in December, Highlighting the Nation’s Top Electricians, HVAC, and Auto Techs Vying for $600,000 in Cash and Prizes and Inspiring the Next Generation of Skilled Tradespeople

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Company News

Tom Kennedy Takes Home Title at 2022 IDEAL National Championship

Read how electricians from across the U.S. and Canada competed for their share of over $180,000 in cash, and Tom Kennedy took home the title for Top Electrician at 2022 IDEAL National Championship.

Partnerships

IDEAL Industries Celebrates Women’s Equality Day

Watch a LinkedIn Live webinar explores what Women’s Equality Day means to women in the trades through an interactive panel discussion.

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Company News

Anthony Kovalchick Takes Grand Prize at 2021 IDEAL National Championship

Read how first-time winner Anthony Kovalchick took the grand prize at 2021 IDEAL^® National Championship in Nashville.

Hiring/Promotions

IDEAL Industries Chairman and CEO Jim James Retires January 31, 2020

As Jim James retires, Steve Henn will assume the role of CEO of IDEAL Industries, while Meghan Juday, a fourth-generation family leader, becomes Chairman of the company’s 103-year legacy.