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Fox News
4 days ago
- Business
- Fox News
Mike Rowe stresses the need to be more persuasive in making case for open trade positions
CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation Mike Rowe weighs in on a report showing that 23% of Gen Z workers regret going to college and highlights the need for skilled workers on 'Fox & Friends Weekend.'
Associated Press
23-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Mike Rowe to Headline BuildOps Forge 2025: Champion of Skilled Labor Joins the Premier Event for the Trades
Iconic 'Dirty Jobs' Host to Inspire Commercial Contractors at Premier Industry Event in San Diego LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / July 23, 2025 / BuildOps, the all-in-one platform built for commercial contractors, today announced that Mike Rowe-Emmy Award-winning TV host, New York Times bestselling author, and CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation-will headline BuildOps Forge 2025, the company's flagship conference for the trades. BuildOps Forge is set to take place October 13-15 in San Diego. BuildOps Forge 2025 brings together the professionals who maintain and build America's critical infrastructure-from HVAC and electrical contractors to plumbing and fire safety experts. Attendees will experience three days of practical education, peer-to-peer learning, and industry-shaping dialogue, now energized by one of the most recognized voices championing the trades. 'Mike Rowe has done more to dignify the trades than anyone in modern media,' said Alok Chanani, CEO of BuildOps. 'He understands that building a great career doesn't require a desk or a degree. It takes skill. It takes grit. And it takes someone to tell that story. That's exactly why he's joining us at Forge.' Through his mikeroweWORKS Foundation, Rowe has awarded millions in scholarships to aspiring tradespeople and led national efforts to close the skills gap. His message-that a career in the trades can offer purpose, prosperity, and a path to ownership-continues to resonate with workers and employers alike. 'The next generation isn't being told the full story,' Rowe said. 'The trades aren't a fallback. They're a way forward-for families, for businesses, and for the entire country. I'm excited to join BuildOps Forge to speak directly with the builders and makers of the world-the men and women who keep our systems running, our lights on, and our economy moving. They deserve not just appreciation, but opportunity.' From shifting regulations and surging energy demand to workforce shortages and new technology, commercial contractors are navigating an industry in flux. BuildOps Forge offers a vital platform to regroup, retool, and collectively take control of the future. The event combines tactical training and exclusive BuildOps roadmap access with big-picture insight from industry leaders and peers. It's a high-impact experience designed to sharpen skills, strengthen networks, and move the trades forward-together. 'There's never been more pressure-or more possibility-in this industry,' said Steve Chew, BuildOps Co-Founder. 'Forge exists to meet that moment. It's where contractors come to level up, lead boldly, and build what's next.' BuildOps Forge has a history of bringing extraordinary voices to the trades, including leadership expert Jocko Willink, Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Colonel William Swenson, and boxing legend Mike Tyson. In 2025, Mike Rowe continues that legacy-spotlighting the people who keep America's infrastructure moving and the future of skilled work alive. For more information about BuildOps Forge 2025, including the agenda, speaker lineup, and registration details, please visit About BuildOps Forge BuildOps Forge is the premier conference for commercial contractors. Designed for business owners, operations leaders, and field professionals, it provides expert-led training, invaluable peer insights, and an exclusive look at the future of the trades industry. About BuildOps BuildOps is the only all-in-one business platform built exclusively for commercial contractors. By combining project management, service, dispatching, invoicing, and AI-powered automation, BuildOps helps contractors work smarter, grow faster, and stay ahead of the competition. To learn more about BuildOps and how we're driving innovation in the trades, visit Media Contact Justin Mauldin Salient PR [email protected] 737.234.0936 SOURCE: BuildOps press release
Associated Press
04-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Roof Maxx and Mike Rowe Team Up to Spotlight the Changing Landscape of Roofing
DELAND, FL / ACCESS Newswire / June 4, 2025 / In March, Roof Maxx welcomed TV personality, narrator, and trades advocate Mike Rowe to DeLand, Florida for a special day of filming centered on the rapidly growing roof rejuvenation industry. The shoot spotlighted Roof Maxx - the company that pioneered roof rejuvenation - and its innovative, sustainable approach to extending the life of aging asphalt roofs with a USDA-certified, soybean-based Rowe, Dealer and Roof Maxx CEO Mike Rowe preparing to apply Roof Maxx to a customer's home with the help of James Canata, DeLand Florida Dealer and Roof Maxx CEO, Mike Feazel. Throughout the day, Rowe explored Roof Maxx's signature product alongside Roof Maxx CEO and co-founder Mike Feazel, taking a close look at how asphalt shingles have changed over time-specifically how today's shingles often lack the durability of those made even a decade ago. Rowe also spoke directly with Roof Maxx dealers and customers, capturing real-world stories that demonstrate how roof rejuvenation is changing the way homeowners and roofing professionals think about maintenance, sustainability, and value. 'It's a great American story-opportunity meets ambition with a little frustration, and suddenly, here you are.' said Mike Rowe after hearing Mike Feazel tell the story about how he co-founded Roof Maxx with his brother after seeing the quality of asphalt shingles rapidly decline after spending decades in the roofing industry. Mike Rowe is best known as the host of Dirty Jobs and the voice behind Deadliest Catch, but his passion for the skilled trades extends far beyond television. Through his foundation, mikeroweWORKS, Rowe has helped provide millions of dollars in work ethic scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in the trades-encouraging a return to practical, hands-on education and opportunity. The content captured during this filming day is currently being released in a series of short videos, available at and across Roof Maxx's social media platforms. These videos offer a behind-the-scenes look at how roof rejuvenation is reshaping the roofing industry - and why more and more contractors, homeowners, and communities are getting on board. About Roof Maxx Roof Maxx is the world's first sustainable roofing solution, offering a revolutionary, plant-based treatment that extends the life of asphalt roofs by 5 years per application - up to 15 years total. With thousands of treatments applied nationwide, Roof Maxx is helping homeowners save money while reducing roofing waste and supporting eco-friendly home maintenance. Contact InformationKylie Hunt Senior Marketing Manager 614-977-1932 SOURCE: Roof Maxx Technologies, LLC press release
Fox News
09-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Happy Hour: Getting The Dirty Details With Mike Rowe
Time to get your hands dirty! Mike Rowe, mikeroweWORKS Foundation CEO, Host of People You Should Know on YouTube, joins Kennedy for a cocktail featuring his Knobel Whiskey. Together, they discuss the benefits of trade school, the societal stigma surrounding women in trades, and the inspiration behind his whiskey brand. Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
The Hill
14-02-2025
- Business
- The Hill
Mike Rowe: US ‘obsessed with qualifications, certifications'
Skilled trade jobs are in high demand, but the supply of workers remains low, according to one expert. 'This country has become so obsessed with qualifications and certifications,' Mike Rowe, the host of the 'Dirty Jobs' TV show said in an interview with NewsNation's Leland Vittert. 'That's what people are exhausted with.' 'We're desperate to hear something that makes sense,' he told the ' On Balance ' host on Thursday. His foundation mikeroweWORKS aims to give away $3 million to help train the next generation of skilled trade workers. What does working a trade job entail? Depending on the industry and program, trade school can be relatively faster and more affordable way to break into a career than college. But hard work goes into mastering a trade. MikeroweWORKS Foundation scholarship recipient Sean Kelly described his five-year plumbing apprenticeship as 'the most difficult thing I have ever done in my entire life.' Kelly wanted to be an organic farmer, but after interning on three farms over five years, he decided he needed to change course. He was working in a butcher's shop when the plumber who would become his instructor for the next five years told him how much money he could earn in the industry. 'I had to show up for day school,' Kelly said. 'I had to show up for work. I had to show up for night school, and by the time I earned my journeyman license, I had a deep sense of pride for what I do as a living.'
