Lunch With Leaders

 Ficek Electric & Communication Systems, Inc.
Ficek Electric has served the Illinois Valley for nearly 50 years, evolving from traditional electrical services into a full-spectrum provider of business communication technology, including surveillance systems, uCaaS phone solutions, managed IT, access control, and fire/life safety systems.
 
JC Heerdt – Ficek Electric & Communication Systems, Inc.
JC Heerdt is an Account Manager at Ficek Electric, where he partners with schools, municipalities, and small businesses to solve critical technology challenges—from outdated phone systems to complex security needs. His background includes product development and marketing leadership at IV Cellular, over two decades in radio broadcasting, and founding the Stress Free Event Group.
 
At Ficek, JC specializes in modernizing communication and surveillance systems to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and support future growth. He’ll share how organizations can identify hidden costs in their current setups and make the case for smarter investments—without breaking the budget.
 

Common problems JC helps solve:
 

• Long delays sifting through hours of outdated surveillance footage

• Missed calls and inefficiency from legacy phone systems

• Workplace incidents going undocumented or unresolved

• Internet dead zones and poor internal Wi-Fi coverage

• Difficulty presenting tech budgets to boards or committees