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ELECTRIC LEAGUE OF ARIZONA
PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860171663 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · electricleagueofarizona.org
revenue
$1.8M
expenses
$1.6M
net assets
$2.3M
employees
22
program ratio
60%
mission · from form 990

PROMOTE EFFICIENT ENERGY USE

profile · synthesized from sources

The Electric League of Arizona provides continuing education and certification programs for professionals in the electrical, HVAC, and facility management industries. They offer courses on energy efficiency, building operations, electrical codes, and heat pump technology to enhance skills and promote industry standards in Arizona.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $229K
    EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROVIDE ELECTRIC ENERGY INDUSTRY CONFERENCES FOR MEMBERS AND NON MEMBERS.
  2. #2 $36K
    MEMBER SERVICE PROGRAMS BENEFIT ALL MEMBERS WITH LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION OPPORTUNITIES.
named programs · 8 · from sources

what they call their work

Advanced Courses (HPC)
Courses for HVAC professionals on duct diagnostics and repair, gas furnace safety, zone systems, and advanced HVAC troubleshooting.
Building Operators' Certificate Program
A certificate program offering courses on energy efficiency, air quality, lighting, HVAC systems, and electrical codes for commercial and industrial facility operators.
Business & Introductory Courses (HPC)
A series of courses covering refrigeration fundamentals, HVAC troubleshooting, professional service delivery, and Wi-Fi controls.
Commercial Courses (HPC)
Courses focused on commercial refrigeration, variable frequency drives, and the design and operation of commercial chilled water systems.
HVAC Certifications (HPC)
Courses preparing individuals for NATE, EPA 608, and Low GWP Refrigeration Safety certification exams.
HVAC System Consultant Certificate
A certificate program focusing on customer service, sales, HVAC codes, installation procedures, and duct design for HVAC professionals.
Master Heat Pump Installer Energy Skilled Certificate
An expanded certificate program, building on the Master Heat Pump Technician Program, to meet the knowledge requirements for the U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Skilled Heat Pump Installer designation.
Master Heat Pump Technician Program
A seven-course certificate program designed for HVAC technicians to gain skills and certification in heat pump technology, recognized by Arizona utilities.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • HVAC & Electrical Trades Training 15 activities
    • Building Operators' Certificate Program
      Delivers instruction through subject-matter experts for the Building Operators' Certificate Program, covering HVAC, electrical, energy auditing, and lighting, with courses available standalone and an online registration system.
    • Conduct One-Day Seminars and Training
      Offers one-day non-credit seminars on topics such as NFPA 70E Update/Refresher Training, NEC 2020 Code Update, and Electrical Grounding & Bonding, as well as training for assisting project managers in construction or renovation projects.
    • Continuing Education and Certification Support
      Offers continuing education courses that provide credits toward North American Technician Excellence (NATE) and Building Performance Institute (BPI) certifications, supporting professional development for HVAC and building performance technicians.
    • Electrical Technology Education Programs
      Offers a range of credit-bearing and certificate programs in electrical technology, including Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Wiring (CCL), and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree, designed to prepare students for careers in electrical fields and facilities management.
    • Electrical Technology Programs
      Offers various educational opportunities through its Electrical Technology Program, including Certificates of Completion in Residential Wiring, Commercial Wiring, Industrial Wiring, and a general Electrical Technology CCL, as well as an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Electrical Technology, to enhance professional skills and prepare individuals for careers in the electrical field.
    • Facility Maintenance Training
      Provides a facility maintenance program and a General Studies continuing education program to enhance HVAC and electrical skills for professionals in commercial/industrial applications and facility maintenance personnel.
    • Facility Maintenance and Building Operations Training
      Provides training programs for facility maintenance personnel and building operators, including a Building Operators' Certificate Program and a facility maintenance program focused on HVAC, electrical systems, energy auditing, and lighting for commercial and industrial applications.
    • HVAC and Heat Pump Technician Training
      Offers a Master Heat Pump Technician Certificate Program, including a seven-course series, and provides HVAC education and training for technicians, managers, and business owners, with curriculum expanded to meet U.S. Department of Energy's Energy Skilled Heat Pump Installer designation requirements.
    • Master Heat Pump Technician Program
      Offers the Master Heat Pump Technician (MHPT) Program, a seven-course certificate program each semester that qualifies technicians, managers, and business owners for certification; curriculum is recognized by all Arizona utilities and has been expanded to meet U.S. Department of Energy requirements for Energy Skilled Heat Pump Installer designation.
    • Offer Electrical Technology Certificate Programs
      Offers Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Electrical Technology with specializations in Residential Wiring, Commercial Wiring, and Industrial Wiring, providing fundamental knowledge and advanced skills for various electrical applications.
    • Provide Electrical Technology Certificate Programs
      Offers Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Electrical Technology with specializations in Residential Wiring, Commercial Wiring, and Industrial Wiring, providing fundamental and advanced electrical knowledge and skills, including tools, calculations, theories, concepts, wiring, and codes.
    • Provide HVAC and Electrical Technical Training
      Offers a variety of educational programs, including a 16-week certificate program for facility technicians, a Master Heat Pump Technician Certificate Program, and continuing education courses for NATE and BPI certifications. These programs cover HVAC, electrical, energy auditing, lighting, and prepare individuals for roles in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
    • Provide HVAC and Electrical Technical Training
      Offers a variety of educational programs and courses, including a 16-week certificate program for facility technicians, a Master Heat Pump Technician Certificate Program, and continuing education courses for NATE and BPI certifications. These programs cover HVAC, electrical, energy auditing, and lighting, and are designed for career enhancement and skill development for professionals in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
    • Short-Term Technical Seminars
      Offers one-day non-credit seminars such as NFPA 70E Update, NEC 2020 Code Update, and Electrical Grounding & Bonding for technical professionals, as well as a one-day seminar to train participants in supporting construction project managers from start to handover.
    • Specialized Technical Seminars
      Offers one-day non-credit seminars on topics such as NFPA 70E Update/Refresher Training, NEC 2020 Code Update, and Electrical Grounding & Bonding for various technical professionals.
  • Consumer Complaint Resolution & Referral Services 4 activities
    • Customer Referral Service
      Operates a 24/7/365 phone center that provides customer referrals for residential electrical, plumbing, roofing, evaporative cooling, HVAC, solar electric, and solar water heating services to members and partner organizations.
    • Customer Referral Services
      Operates a 24/7/365 phone center to provide customer referrals for residential general electrical, plumbing, roofing, evaporative cooling, and solar services to its members, and provides monthly referral reports to members.
    • Operate a 24/7 Customer Referral Service
      Operates a 24/7/365 phone center to provide customer referrals for residential general electrical, plumbing, roofing, evaporative cooling, and solar services to its members, including those of the Arizona Solar Council. Monthly referral reports are provided to members.
    • Operate a 24/7 Customer Referral Service
      Operates a 24/7/365 phone center to provide customer referrals for residential general electrical, plumbing, roofing, evaporative cooling, and solar services to its members, including those of the Arizona Solar Council. Monthly referral reports are provided to members.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
    • Industry Promotion and Advertising
      Offers promotion and advertising opportunities for members through "The Electric Times" and "HVACR Today" publications, as well as through a Buyers' Guide industry directory.
    • Industry Publications and Advertising
      Promotes and advertises members and offers advertising opportunities in "The Electric Times" and "HVACR Today" publications, and publishes a Buyers' Guide industry directory.
    • Publish Industry Directories and Publications
      Publishes "The Electric Times" and "HVACR Today" publications, offering promotion and advertising opportunities for members. Additionally, maintains and publishes a "Buyers' Guide" industry directory.
    • Publish Industry Directories and Publications
      Publishes "The Electric Times" and "HVACR Today" publications, offering promotion and advertising opportunities for members. The organization also maintains and publishes a "Buyers' Guide" industry directory.
  • Construction & Maintenance Supervisory Training 1 activity
    • Construction Project Management Seminars
      Offers one-day seminars to train participants in assisting project managers with construction or renovation projects from start to handover.
  • Solar Adoption Support Programs 1 activity
    • Offer SRP Shade Screen Program
      Offers the SRP Shade Screen Program to residential customers of Salt River Project (SRP).
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Continuing Education for Certifications
      Offers continuing education courses that provide credits for North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification and Building Performance Institute (BPI) Certification.
    • Member Discounts on Business Services
      Provides members with discounts on print and web design services.
    • Member Reporting and Benefits
      Provides monthly referral reports to members and offers discounts on print and web design services to support member business operations.
    • Offer Discounts on Business Services
      Provides discounts on print and web design services to its members.
    • Offer Discounts on Business Services
      Provides discounts on print and web design services to its members.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$1.78M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.76M99%
Investment income$19K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.65M
Program expenses60%
Admin / overhead39%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$794K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.70M
Cash$1.32M
Investments$1.03M
Liabilities$392K
Net assets$2.30M
Liquid reserves17.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +15.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
HEIDI T SHERIDAN Executive Dir. 40 $141K
board members · 10
  • BOB SHANK — Director
  • CHRIS BAKER — Director
  • CORY SCHNEIDER — Director
  • DEANNA MASON — Director
  • GARY MEARS — PAST President
  • JAMES GLORIA — Director
  • JOLENE JAYCOX — Director
  • LES WOODY — Director
  • STEFANIE HADLAND — President
  • TROY MARTIN — Director
relationships · 21

who they work with

  • AAI Partner — Rich Porter, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves on the Professional Advisory Committee for AAI.
  • APS Partner — The Energy Efficiency Department at APS contributes to the development of curricula for the Institute's educational programs.
  • Arizona Heat Pump Council Partner — Offers additional HVAC referral programs through this council.
  • Arizona Heat Pump Council Partner — Operates the ELA Institute for Facility Management Education together with the Electric League of Arizona.
  • Arizona utilities Partner — Collaborates with Arizona utilities to provide programs for member contractors.
  • Donley Service Partner — Carl Bartoli, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves as Director of Operations at Donley Service and oversees employee training.
  • Dove Valley Services, LLC Partner — Provides instructional expertise through its owner, who serves as an instructor for the Assistant Project Management Education program.
  • Dukes of Air Partner — Kevin Styles, an instructor for the Electric League of Arizona, is the service manager of Arizona's Dukes of Air.
  • EVIT Partner — Rich Porter, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves on the Professional Advisory Committee for EVIT.
  • Faith Technologies University Partner — Shares instructional staff, as some instructors are employed by Faith Technologies University.
  • Gateway Community College Partner — Cooperates with Gateway Community College to offer educational opportunities and issue certificates and degrees.
  • Gateway Community College Partner — Shares instructional staff, as one instructor taught the Electrical Apprenticeship Program at Gateway Community College.
  • HVACR Today Partner — Provides promotion and advertising opportunities for members.
  • Howard Air Partner — Travis Howard, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves as Training Specialist at Howard Air, where he develops and implements training programs.
  • Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) of AZ Partner — Collaborates with IEC of AZ through shared instructors who teach for both organizations.
  • RSI Partner — Rich Porter, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves on the Professional Advisory Committee for RSI.
  • SRP Partner — Offers the SRP Shade Screen Program in conjunction with SRP to residential customers.
  • The Electric Times Partner — Provides promotion and advertising opportunities for members.
  • U.S. Department of Energy Government — Curriculum meets knowledge requirements for their Energy Skilled Heat Pump Installer designation.
  • UEI Partner — Rich Porter, instructor for the ELA Institute, serves on the Professional Advisory Committee for UEI.
  • Universal Technical Institute Partner — Travis Howard, instructor for the ELA Institute, graduated from Universal Technical Institute (UTI).