July 2, 2025, ECIA Newsletter 

Happy 4th of July to You!

Wishing You a Wonderful 4th of July

As we celebrate Independence Day, we extend our gratitude to all our members for being part of our great community.

We hope you enjoy a well-deserved break filled with celebration and connection.

Warm wishes for a safe and enjoyable 4th of July!


 

Register Before it's Too Late for the Discount!

 

Explore the 2025 ECIA Executive Conference ... at a NEW locationThe Westin O’Hare | October 19–21, 2025. The conference is tailored for senior leadership and EXECUTIVES across the electronic components industry.

Register Today! Take advantage of the early registration discount!

Hotel rooms sell out fast! (Booking details sent after registration.) 

Learn more and sponsor today!


Webinar: Key Initiatives Town Hall

July 21| 2:00 PM Eastern | Register Today

Join ECIA and fellow member leaders for an important town hall focused on the latest ECIA initiatives. All members are encouraged to attend and gain insights into what’s ahead for ECIA and the electronic components industry.

We will discuss updates surrounding:

  • Date codes
  • Tariffs
  • Cybersecurity
  • Other council led initiatives

Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged with the work shaping our industry’s future.


Webinar: Inventory Date Code Restrictions: Operations and Supply Chain

July 16| 10:00 AM Eastern | Register Today 

Join Christine Wolnik of ECIA and Eric Miscoll of EMSNow for a follow up webinar on date code restrictions.  

This webinar will focus on the perspective from operations and supply chain. The speakers will also review recent IPC survey data and industry challenges on this topic relating to operations, supply chain, distribution. 

Join us and bring your questions!


 

ECIA Announces New AI Market Analysis Reports

 

Powerful Research from AlphaSense for ECIA Members ONLY

ECIA is pleased to announce an exciting new member benefit: ECIA members now have access to in-depth analysis performed by the AlphaSense generative AI tool to answer key questions regarding important industry-specific topics. 

Key topics currently available in the Members-only ECIA platform include:

  • AlphaSense AI Executive Analysis
  • Industry Financial Comps
  • Industry Company Earnings Analysis
  • Industry Company Earnings Call Analysis
  • Earnings Call Sentiment Deep Dive
  • Supply Chain Quarterly Financial Analysis.

These reports contain timely research on issues that inform intelligent electronic component and distribution industry executive decisions. 

Members can access this powerful new tool by logging in here.


PACE Yourself and Begin Training!

Has Your Team Utilized PACE Training Yet?

ECIA member companies and their employees have access to unique training courses as a members-only benefit. ECIA Foundation’s PACE (Paul Andrews Continuous Education) training is for ECIA members and sponsor companies only. The training explains key concepts in the electronics industry.  

ECIA members with profiles on the ECIA website must log in to gain access to the courses. For others, create a profile on the ECIA website first, then access. 


ECIA Service partner highlight

Marketing and Design

Jeff Irish Design creates connected brand experiences. We see every part of your company, from products and services to communications, as an extension of your brand identity. Each interaction is a chance to tell your story the way it should be told. We always keep the bigger story in focus to ensure that all the components of a brand's experience work together, seamlessly.

The design approach starts with a solid, strategic marketing lens.

Learn more and visit here. 


Cybersecurity - Article to Share

ECIA Cybersecurity Resources

The ECIA Cybersecurity Working Group is sharing the following article to spotlight emerging threats facing U.S.-based companies. As global tensions rise, it’s critical for our industry to stay vigilant and reinforce cybersecurity best practices to help mitigate potential risks.

The article is from author Ariel Zilber from the New York Post titled "Us Businesses Warned to Brace for Iranian Cyberattacks as War With Israel Escalates." 

Read the article. 


ECIA Research and Analysis 

ECIA offers its members insight into the industry and a variety of market trends information. Members can log into the website and visit the Stats & Insights page to access an increasing number of statistical reports. Some are available to the public, some to members and others are only accessible to those who participate in the survey.

Visit the stats and insights drop down menu on our website for more information.


Member of the Week
 

JF Kilfoil Company is your trusted partner in the electronics industry since April 1, 1953. Their journey began with the first and still largest partnership with Speer Electronics (now KOA Speer), which started with the desire to expand into the Midwest electronics market. Their portfolio now includes various technology partners such as KOA Speer, Harwin, Knowles, Sumitomo, and PalPilot. Over the years, they’ve evolved and grown their array of technology partner lines and completed several targeted acquisitions. These changes have positioned them for outstanding service and engineering counsel – their hallmark since the company’s founding.


 

Contact Info:

Electronic Components Industry Association

310 Maxwell Road, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009

678.393.9990