10/23/2026
👋 Get to Know Jim: Part 3
Every great career starts somewhere. For Jim Thiele, it started more than 45 years ago as an inside electrical apprentice. ⚡
Here's how his journey unfolded:
✅ Inside electrical apprentice, where he learned hard work, craftsmanship and showing up ready to learn
✅ Apprentice instructor, one of the most rewarding chapters of his early career
✅ A move into electronic security and integrated systems, where he found his passion
✅ President of BW Secure, serving Department of Defense contractors, federal agencies and critical infrastructure across Colorado and the U.S.
Teaching apprentices taught Jim something he still leads with today: "good leadership begins with listening, understanding and helping people reach their full potential."
That belief in investing in people is exactly what he brings to his new role as NECA's VP of Integrated Systems Contractors. 🙌
Stay tuned for Part 4!
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