McDonald Electrical Corporation Honored with Three Prestigious Recognitions at NECA 2025 Chicago Convention and Tradeshow
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BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 24, 2025--
McDonald Electrical Corporation proudly announces that both the company and its President, Michael McDonald, were recognized with three distinguished achievements at last week’s National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Convention and Trade Show in Chicago. Michael was sworn in as District 1 Vice President of the NECA Board of Governors and inducted into the Academy of Electrical Contracting. In addition, the entire team at McDonald Electrical was recognized with a NECA Project Excellence Award—making this a milestone moment for both him and the company.
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Michael McDonald Induction into the Academy of Electrical Contractors
The NECA 2025 Chicago Convention and Trade Show serves as the electrical contracting industry’s premier event, bringing together thousands of professionals, thought leaders, and innovators from across the country. This year marks an extraordinary milestone for McDonald Electrical, Michael McDonald, and the NECA Boston Chapter, as the team is honored with the following:
- Michael McDonald Elected as NECA District 1 Vice President
- In this prestigious leadership role, Mike will represent contractors across New England, New York, and New Jersey, advocating for the industry and helping shape NECA’s strategy at the national level.
- Michael McDonald Inducted into the Academy of Electrical Contracting
- Established in 1968, the Academy honors the most outstanding leaders and visionaries in the electrical contracting industry. Mike’s induction recognizes his long-standing contributions to advancing innovation, safety, and excellence within the profession.
- McDonald Electrical Corporation Recipient of a NECA Project Excellence Award
- This award recognizes the industry’s top projects for innovation and execution across commercial, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure sectors. McDonald Electrical has been awarded the Project Excellence Award for its work on Northeastern University’s EXP building, a 357,000-sf research, engineering, and teaching facility that has quickly become a cornerstone for innovation in Boston. The team played a pivotal role in delivering the building’s complex electrical infrastructure, incorporating advanced technologies such as BIM, Trimble layout systems, prefabrication, and on-site digital access to real-time models- ensuring precision, efficiency, and safety throughout the project.
“These three honors are not only a reflection of Michael’s leadership, but also of McDonald Electricals’ continued commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and community impact,” said Kristen Gowin, Vice President of the NECA Greater Boston Chapter. “Having one of our own achieve such recognition at the national level is a proud moment for the entire Boston Chapter.”
“Being entrusted with these honors by NECA is both a privilege and a responsibility,” said Mike McDonald, President of McDonald Electrical Corporation. “Serving as District 1 Vice President and joining the Academy of Electrical Contracting is an opportunity to help guide our industry forward, while the Project Excellence Award celebrates the incredible craftsmanship and collaboration of our team. I am grateful to NECA, to my peers in the Boston Chapter, and most importantly to the talented team at McDonald Electrical who make achievements like this possible.”
About McDonald Electrical Corporation
Founded in 1999, McDonald Electrical Corporation is a leading full-service electrical contractor serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Known for its customer-centric model and deep technical expertise, McDonald Electrical has built a reputation for delivering high quality electrical solutions to the region’s most skilled and respected general contractors. McDonald Electricals’ comprehensive services include installation of power distribution systems, medium and high voltage utility services, lighting and lighting control systems, fire alarm and life safety systems, low voltage systems, tenant fit-out, electrical renovations, and service and maintenance work. The company has met complex electrical construction requirements for projects in diverse market sectors, including utility, power generations, aviation, corporate, commercial, higher education, entertainment, institutional, healthcare, life sciences, residential, renewables, and public facilities.
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