Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (IECRM)

What Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (IECRM) does

Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (IECRM) is a 501(c)-style nonprofit trade association founded in 1981 and headquartered in Northglenn, Colorado, operating as one of 53 chapters in the national Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) network. The organization delivers a four-year registered electrical apprenticeship program accredited by the State Apprenticeship Agency (Apprenticeship Colorado) and the US Department of Labor, complemented by continuing education courses (in-person, live-online, and self-paced), a three-week AMPLIFY pre-apprenticeship program, and the Project SCALE accelerated degree pathway. Training is delivered across five physical locations (Northglenn, Fort Collins, Parker, Littleton, and Cheyenne, Wyoming) and online, with the proprietary FlashPoint cloud platform managing apprentice grades, attendance, on-the-job-training hours, and member benefits.

The organization monetizes through six distinct revenue streams: tiered contractor membership dues (from $1,552 to $11,486 annually based on field-worker headcount), four-tier industry partner memberships (Bronze $1,215 to Platinum $4,990 annually), per-semester apprenticeship tuition ($605 to $1,205 depending on member status and registration window), continuing education course fees, event sponsorships across eight-plus signature annual events, and ancillary programs. Approximately 2,900 students are enrolled annually, 3,500+ individuals are trained, and the alumni network exceeds 15,000, serving a member base of 200+ electrical contractors and 300+ industry partners across Colorado and Wyoming. The customer base spans electrical contracting firms (primary), apprentice electricians, manufacturer/distributor partners (including Fortune 500 firms like ABB, Graybar, Generac, and Milwaukee Tool), US military veterans, and entry-level job seekers.

IECRM's strategic positioning combines regulatory accreditation (Davis-Bacon prevailing wage eligibility), institutional college-credit articulation agreements (Emily Griffith, CSU Global, ACE, MSU Denver), and a multi-stakeholder network that produces a documented 95% apprenticeship employment rate during training. Distribution combines physical campuses, live-online instruction, and self-paced CEUs delivered through a partnership with Mike Holt Enterprises. Recent strategic moves include geographic expansion into Wyoming, new product launches (AMPLIFY and Project SCALE), and the 2026 graduation of the largest class in organizational history.

Name

Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (IECRM)

Legal name

Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain

Website

https://iecrm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Independent Electrical Contractors Rocky Mountain Chapter (IECRM) is a 1981-founded Colorado nonprofit trade association delivering a four-year electrical apprenticeship, continuing education, and pre-apprenticeship training to 200+ contractor members, 300+ industry partners, and 2,900+ annual students across Colorado and Wyoming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Trade Education and Apprenticeship Training

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrician Training (Residential & Commercial) (EDAOABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Apprenticeships, Internships & Work-Based Learning Programs (BPACANAK), Construction, Engineering & Skilled Trades Licensure Prep (EDAAANAL)

Keywords

• Electrical apprenticeship training
• Continuing education courses
• Contractor association membership
• Workforce development programs
• Industry partner membership

Headquarters

HQ city

Northglenn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Contractor Membership Dues: Annual dues based on number of electrical field workers (1-201+ workers), ranging from $1,552.48 to $11,485.68 annually. Combines IECRM Chapter and IEC National membership dues.
2. Industry Partner Memberships: Tiered membership levels (Bronze $1,215, Silver $2,340, Gold $3,290, Platinum $4,990 annually) providing marketing, networking, room rentals, and event benefits.
3. Apprenticeship Tuition: Per-semester tuition ranging from $605-$855 (member early), $655-$930 (member regular), $855-$1,205 (non-member early/regular). Plus book costs of $450-$650 per year. Two semesters per school year.
4. Continuing Education Courses: CEU courses offered in-person, live-online, and self-paced formats. State-approved electrical CEUs ranging from 4-20 credit hours. Discounted partner pricing through Mike Holt Enterprises partnership.
5. Event Sponsorships: Sponsorship revenue from signature events including Golf Tournament, Clay Shoot, Energy Expo, Wire-Off Competition, National Apprenticeship Week, Apprentice Graduation, Holiday Parade Party, and Summit Awards.
6. AMPLIFY Pre-Apprenticeship Program: 3-week pre-apprenticeship program at $450 per participant. Includes hands-on electrical training, OSHA-10 certification, CPR/First-Aid training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

IECRM delivers a four-year registered electrical apprenticeship program that combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training for apprentices employed by member electrical contractors, leading to Journeyman licensure. The organization also offers a three-week AMPLIFY pre-apprenticeship, state-approved continuing education for licensed electricians, contractor and industry partner memberships, career fairs, a job board, and an Emerging Leaders professional development program.

Product overview

IECRM offers a portfolio of electrical workforce development programs centered around its 4-Year Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program, the largest IEC electrical training program in the country. The organization provides complementary programs including the AMPLIFY Pre-Apprenticeship Program for career exploration, and comprehensive Continuing Education with in-person, live-online, and self-paced delivery. IECRM supports the electrical industry through Contractor and Industry Partner Membership programs, the Emerging Leaders professional development initiative, Career Fairs, and a Job Board/Hire List service. Educational partnerships with Emily Griffith Technical College, CSU Global, and ACE CREDIT enable apprentices to earn up to 57 transferable college credits, with Project SCALE offering an accelerated path to an Associate Degree in Construction Management. All member services and training management are delivered through the FlashPoint cloud-based platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 4-Year Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program A four-year registered apprenticeship program combining classroom instruction with on-the-job training for aspiring electricians, leading to Journeyman licensure. Accredited by Apprenticeship Colorado and US DOL, with up to 57-58 transferable college credits available through Emily Griffith Technical College, ACE CREDIT, MSU Denver, and CSU Global partnerships.
• AMPLIFY Pre-Apprenticeship Program A three-week hands-on pre-apprenticeship program that introduces foundational electrical skills, OSHA-10 certification, and CPR/First-Aid training, with career fair access for individuals exploring the electrical trade before committing to a four-year apprenticeship.
• Continuing Education Courses State-approved electrical continuing education courses for licensed electricians to renew licenses and meet professional development requirements. Available in-person at IECRM campuses, live-online with real-time instructors, and self-paced online through Mike Holt Enterprises at member-discounted pricing.
• IECRM Contractor Membership Annual membership for electrical contractors that provides apprenticeship training discounts, workforce development resources, hire lists and job boards, networking events, legislative advocacy, member meeting room access, and eligibility for Davis-Bacon prevailing wage project benefits through State Apprenticeship Agency certification.
• IECRM Industry Partner Membership Tiered annual membership for manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, general contractors, and specialty service providers, offering event sponsorships, room rentals, marketing exposure, booth space at Energy Expo and Wire-Off Competition, and access to IECRM contractor members.
• Emerging Leaders Program A leadership development program running September through April, meeting monthly to develop leadership skills through workshops, government relations training, industry connections, and community service activities for emerging member company leaders.
• Career Fairs Workforce development events held multiple times annually at IECRM campuses, connecting electrical contractor members with job seekers including entry-level apprentices, experienced electricians, and trade-adjacent roles such as drivers and warehouse staff.
• Job Board and Hire List Online job posting board and Hire List service that connects electrical contractor members with qualified apprentice candidates and experienced electricians actively seeking employment in the trade.
• Project SCALE An 11-month accelerated academic track that builds on the four-year apprenticeship by adding 15 college credits to reach the 60 credits required for an Associate Degree in Construction Management, with stackable credits from Emily Griffith Technical College.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,500+ individuals trained annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Emily Griffith Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership enabling IECRM apprentices to earn up to 45 college credits through co-enrollment. Credits transferable to any Colorado community college and applicable toward Associate of Applied Science in Applied Technology. Foundation for CSU Global bachelor degree pathway.
• Colorado State University Global (CSU Global)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership enabling IECRM graduates to apply up to 58 college credits toward bachelor's degree in any field. Includes 10% affiliate tuition discount for Emily Griffith graduates for up to 10 years.
• American Council on Education (ACE CREDIT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIEC partnership through which apprenticeship students can earn up to 57 college credits recognized by ACE. Credits transferable to colleges and universities nationwide.
• MSU Denver (Metropolitan State University of Denver)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership allowing IECRM graduates to apply 45 college credits toward any four-year degree at MSU Denver.
• Colorado Community College SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCredits earned through Emily Griffith Technical College are transferable to any Colorado community college within the system.
• US Department of Veterans AffairscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGI Bill benefits accepted for apprenticeship training. Veterans receive priority for tuition assistance. Program recognized by US Dept. of Veterans Affairs.
• Adams County Workforce & Business CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to promote career opportunities to workforce development clients. Collaborates on career fairs and job placement for electrical industry.
• Apprenticeship Colorado (State Apprenticeship Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-certified training provider formerly known as US DOL Office of Apprenticeship (OA/BAT). Enables member companies to bid on government projects with Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements.
• IEC National (Independent Electrical Contractors National Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIECRM is one of 53 chapters in the national IEC network. National membership included with chapter dues. Provides IEC National Convention, Expo tradeshow, peer forums, and Home Depot rewards program.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER): National craft training and credentialing organization offering accredited curriculum across multiple construction trades including electrical. Comparable as a standardized electrical apprenticeship curriculum and credentialing provider for contractors nationwide.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National trade association for merit-shop contractors that also runs craft training and apprenticeship programs including electrical. Direct competitor for merit-shop electrician training and contractor membership.
• Lincoln Tech: For-profit career education chain operating across multiple states with electrical and skilled trades programs. Comparable as a multistate technical training provider targeting similar career-changer demographics.
• Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) National Association: National parent association of which IECRM is one of 53 chapters. Operates the same apprenticeship and continuing education model across the country and provides national curriculum, conventions, and trade show access that IECRM taps into.

Direct peers

• IBEW/NECA Electrical Training Alliance (formerly NJATC): The largest union-affiliated electrical apprenticeship program in the US, training inside and outside wiremen through joint IBEW-NECA local training centers. Directly competes with IECRM for electrician trainees but via union-affiliated contractor sponsors.
• Independent Electrical Contractors of Greater Cincinnati (IECGC): A peer IEC chapter providing electrical apprenticeship, continuing education, and membership programs in the Greater Cincinnati region. Closest direct chapter-level comparable to IECRM's operating model.
• Independent Electrical Contractors of Houston (IEC Houston): Another peer IEC chapter running electrical apprenticeship and continuing education programs in the Houston market. Operates an identical chapter-level business model to IECRM.

Others

• Mike Holt Enterprises: Leading electrical training content and CEU provider that partners with IECRM for self-paced online courses. Comparable as a content/curriculum partner feeding into IECRM's continuing education catalog.

Emerging players

• Home Builders Institute (HBI): National nonprofit that trains people for residential construction careers including electrical trades. Comparable as a workforce development nonprofit building trade apprenticeship pipelines similar to IECRM's AMPLIFY program.

Regional players

• Emily Griffith Technical College: Denver-based technical college that partners with IECRM to award college credits. Comparable as a regional provider of skilled trades and electrical education programs in the same Colorado market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/iecrm
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_AUt-MlR-FUCwAGabbJsoQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/IECRM
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rocky-mountain-chapter-independent-electrical-contractors
• Instagraminstagram.com/iecrm

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

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