I began working for Electric Services Inc. in 1998. I, from the beginning, was fascinated at the diversity of the trade and sought after knowing as much about the trade as possible. I earned my Master certificate of competency in 2000. I have had the opportunity to perform such tasks as motor controls, design building, estimating, project management, security installations, access control systems with video integration, voice and data installations including fiber with the use of media converters, grounding and bonding projects, and fire alarm systems.

Currently I am still employed with Electric Services, Inc. and I'm coordinating the ESI learning center and instructing on the topics of "Understanding the NEC" and "Exam Preparation".

I am married and have three wonderful children. The part of my life not devoted to them is devoted to the electrical industry. My hobbies are computers and electronics. The ever-changing technology keeps me experimenting.

I have lived my life with the belief that education is the suppression of ignorance with the constant application of knowledge. I have adhered to a life filled with the pursuit of knowledge.

Steve Arne has been involved in the electrical industry since 1974 working in various positions from electrician to full time instructor and department chair in technical post secondary education. Steve has taught electrical topics including electrical code and apprenticeship training classes as well as university business classes. Steve has developed curriculum for many electrical training courses and has developed university business and leadership courses while working as a Curriculum Development Specialist. Currently, Steve offers occasional exam prep and continuing education code classes.

Steve has a bachelor's degree in technical education and a master's degree in administrative studies with a human resources emphasis. Licenses held by Steve include electrical master, electrical inspector, electrical contractor and real estate home inspector. Steve is a board member of the Black Hills Chapter of the SD Electrical Council and a member of the SD Real Estate Task Force on Home Inspection. Steve enjoys developing his own websites.

Steve and his lovely wife Deb have celebrated over 32 years of marriage in Rapid City, South Dakota where they are both active in their church and community. They have two grown children and 5 grandchildren. Their daughter Jolene is a registered nurse and their son Ryan works as an electrician and construction supervisor.

Steve states, "Every teacher understands the joy of helping others as they learn and experience new insights. My goal is to help others understand more of the technological marvels that surround us. I thank God for the wonders of His creation and for the opportunity to share it with others."

Scott began his electrical career as an electrician's helper working part time in the family business. After graduating with an electrical engineering degree from Clemson University, he worked as an electrical engineer for RTKL Associates, a large design firm located in Baltimore, MD.

After leaving RTKL, Scott went to work at F.B. Harding, Inc. an Electrical Contractor located in Rockville, MD where he has been for the last 15 years. He is a licensed master electrician in multiple jurisdictions and is the current President and CEO of F.B. Harding, Inc, making the family business a third generation company.

Scott also serves on NEC Code Making Panel Number 5 (Grounding and Bonding) and worked on the 2005 cycle.

Jim Shafer, who holds the Accredited Marine Surveyor (AMS) designation from the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, as well as an American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) Marine Electrical Technician Certificate, has an extensive background in the practical aspects of electrical problems in the marine environment.

Applying his industrial and yacht electrical installation and repair experience to specific marina problems has allowed him to separate and identify recommendations for marina operations personnel to improve shore power safety and efficiency.

Current efforts include developing a device for alerting the marina to AC ground faults in the dock wiring and on a yacht, and determining what effect these faults may have on underwater metals, as well as the potential to hann someone who falls into the water.

Promoting an understanding of the importance of the dock ground system is currently his key area of interest.

John completed the Joint NECA/IBEW apprenticeship training program in 1977, after a tour of duty in the United States Air Force. He worked at various jobsites in the South Florida and Illinois areas until becoming a contractor in 1984. He began his career as an inspector in 1985 serving Hialeah Gardens. In 1988 he added the Town of Medley to his responsibilities, and became a full time Chief Electrical Inspector for the City of Hialeah in 1990, where he is currently serving.

He joined the I.A.E.I. in June of 1988. He was the project chairman for the 1996 Annual Meeting in Key West, Florida, which still brings back great meeting memories. He currently serves as the Treasurer and Director of Codes & Education for the Miami-Dade Division.

He oversees an aggressive Continuing Education program for the electrical industry in the South Florida area, where he is a certified Education Sponsor for Electrical Contractors, Inspectors, Engineers and tradesmen. In 2003, he began teaching nationwide, assisting the I.C.C. with seminars in Denver and Salt Lake City.

John is a family man, who has been married to Barbara for over 32 years, with four children and a half dozen grandchildren. Both his sons are currently serving our country in the United States Air Force. His hobbies include fishing, diving, philately and photography. He is a martial artist in GOJU Karate, where he received his black belt in 1996.