VECA turns 80: Reflecting on a legacy ‘driven by values, powered by people'The Seattle-area electrical contractor marks eight decades of adapting to industry changes while remaining committed to core values. Photos courtesy of VECA [enlarge] VECA crews at the Western State Hospital — Forensic Center of Excellence. [enlarge] Veterans Electrical Contractor Association (VECA) was founded in Seattle in 1946 by World War II veterans. FIELD-FIRST CULTUREVECA is the largest electrical contractor in the Seattle area and specializes in highly technical and complex projects. VECA's shop offers project teams an alternate solution to keep the schedule on track.