Arkansas Chapter of the IAEI

09/08/2026

Members and Guests,
Get ready for the most highly anticipated electrical industry event of the year! The Arkansas Chapter of the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI) is absolutely thrilled to invite you to our 54th Annual Fall Conference. Whether you are an inspector, electrician, engineer, or contractor, this is the one must-attend training and networking event you cannot afford to miss!
We are heading to the beautiful Embassy Suites in Hot Springs, AR, on October 8–9, 2026. We have packed the schedule with vital code updates, incredible giveaways, and nationally recognized code experts to ensure you leave with the competitive advantage you need to stay ahead in the field.
Here is why you need to register today:
Top-Tier Training: Earn 10 hours of continuing education credits officially recognized by the IAEI and the State of Arkansas Dept. of Labor, Electrical Division.
Massive Value: Every single attendee will walk away with a free copy of the 2026 NEC Analysis of Changes Book—a $69 value, included right in your registration!
Action-Packed Agenda: Dive deep into the 2026 NEC Analysis of Changes, master High Frequency Rated GFCI Basics, and wake up right on Friday with the legendary Danny King "Not In Fort Smith" Code Breakfast.
Unbeatable Networking & Fun: Kick back in our hospitality room on Wednesday and Thursday evenings for some well-deserved R&R. Plus, our Thursday evening Banquet at 6:30 PM is going to be fantastic, featuring some truly great door prizes!
The Details:
When: Thursday, October 8 (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and Friday, October 9 (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM). We intentionally wrap up early on Friday afternoon so you can get home at a decent time!
Registration Cost: $125 for IAEI Members and $150 for Non-Members. The non-member fee even includes a 1-year trial membership to the organization!
Spouse/Guest Registration: Bringing your spouse to the Thursday Banquet? Just add $40 when you check in on Thursday morning.
How to Register: Registration is online only, so simply open the attached "2026 IAEI Fall Flyer.pdf" and scan the QR code to secure your spot immediately.
👉 REGISTER ONLINE NOW:
https://www.iaei.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1976587&group=

⚠️ URGENT HOTEL DEADLINE: You must book your room at the Embassy Suites (400 Convention Blvd) by September 8, 2026, to lock in our exclusive $114.00 nightly rate.
Reserve your room here:
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/hoteses-aci-bb3fd1c4-be9b-405c-846f-1d67834dd0f8/

Please review the attached "2026 IAEI Fall Flyer.pdf" for all the registration and hotel booking links. IAEI books, NEC code books, and other exclusive merchandise will also be available for purchase on-site.
Let's make this our biggest, most engaging conference yet. I cannot wait to see you all in Hot Springs!

Best regards,
David Gray Secretary/Treasurer Arkansas Chapter of IAEI 501-538-4225 [email protected]

08/05/2026

It's time for our annual Fall Conference. We hope you can join us in Hot Springs. Not only will you get electrical training, you will have fun, food and friendship. The main topic will be on the 2026 Analysis of Changes, we have Don Iverson of Schneider Electric talking about High Frequency Rated GFCI Basics and we will have our Danny King "Not in Fort Smith" Code Breakfast contest. Please come join us?

06/27/2026

Time to learn some electrical code and have a great day of discussions. Thank you for hosting us today!

04/09/2026

We still have seats in our classes coming up around the State. If you are renewing your electrical license then you will need to have your ceu hours on the 2026 NEC code changes. When you come to one of our classes we give you a 300 page, full color book on the Analysis of Changes to the 2026 NEC. So don't miss out and have to pay a late fee because you did not have the correct ceu's. We have classes in Jonesboro, North Little Rock, Hot Springs and Springdale. Go to this site to pick the class you want to register for,
https://www.iaei.org/members/member_engagement/groups.aspx?code=9050
or you can scan the QR code on one of the flyers with the city that you would like to attend.

04/09/2026

ARKANSAS FRIENDS: I need your help to save lives.
On April 21st, I am appearing before the State Board of Electrical Examiners. I am fighting to adopt new safety standards that would prevent one of the most common causes of childhood burns: appliances being pulled off kitchen islands.
Under the old 2020 rules, outlets are required on the sides of islands. These create dangling cords that children (and adults) snag, pulling down crockpots, deep fryers, and coffee makers. The new 2026 safety standards takes these receptacles from the sides of the islands and put them into the countertop to prevent these tragedies from happening.
The CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) provided the data that changed the NEC. Between 1991 and 2020, an estimated 9,700 people were treated in ERs for injuries specifically related to appliance cords being pulled from island/peninsula receptacles.
Research shows that scald burns from slow cookers are the most frequent injury, often resulting in 2nd and 3rd-degree burns that require skin grafts.
Over 40% of these victims are children under age 5.
Have you or a loved one in Arkansas ever been burned or injured because an appliance was pulled off a counter or island by its cord?
If you have a story, please comment or DM me. I need real-life Arkansas examples to show the Board that "convenient outlets" aren't worth the risk of a lifetime of burn scars. We need to show the board that these types of accidents have happened in Arkansas.
Please share this! The deadline to submit these stories is April 20th.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and I appreciate anyone's input on this matter.

David Gray

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03/04/2026

We have a few more in person classes coming up and its not too late to sign up for them. Remember you will need your 2026 ceu's to renew your electrical license in 2026.

Springdale March 21 Northwest Technical Institute
https://www.iaei.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2028472&group=227506

Jonesboro April 18 ACEF Building
https://www.iaei.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2041258&group=227506

North Little Rock April 25 ABC Building
https://www.iaei.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2028473&group=227506

Make sure you click the "Register as a guest" once you are on the registration page.

12/22/2025

Electricians! We are doing 3 electrical ceu classes on the 2026 NEC Analysis of Changes in January at Little Rock, Springdale and Hot Springs. Just scan the QR code on the flyer for the city you would like to attend. It includes the IAEI Analysis of Changes book with your registration. If your license renewal is in the first part of 2026, you will need this class to renew your license in 2026. So hurry and register because the classes are filling up fast. Seats are limited. Call, text or send a email if you have any questions. Please pass this on to your friends.