The Electrical Association of New Orleans was founded in 1921 by William Clement (General sales Manager of NOPSI) and Leo Hirsch (President of Interstate Electric Company) to establish a close working relationship with electrical contractors in order to better promote electrical safety and the sale of adequate wiring and lighting. NOPSI provided the initial funding of $1800.00 to establish the Association.

Throughout the next 81 years, the Association grew and expanded. Today there are 400 members representing architects, engineers, electrical contractors, wholesalers/distributors, manufacturers and manufactures' agents, energy conservation representatives, electrical inspectors, and electric utility representatives.

Since the formation of the Association in 1921, there has always existed a spirit of respect, cooperation and friendship among the various segments of the electrical industry in our mutual effort to promote increased efficient electrical usage and electrical safety.

Membership in the Electrical Association of New Orleans gives members the competitive edge that is needed in today's marketplace