Our Team

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    Mike Trennepohl

    Mike is the owner and CEO of T5 Plus Ironworks Inc. While he primarily handles sales, he can be found changing tires in the auto shop as well as designing a project in the forge. Mike is a recent graduate of the Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing and has over 40 years of experience in Ag and auto mechanics and repair.

    Photo Credit Aaron Watson Photography

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    Ashton Trennepohl

    Ashton is the son of owners Mike and Truleigh. He is currently a full-time student but when time allows can be found helping out as an auto repair assistant and social media consultant. Ashton also has 2 years of experience as a blacksmith apprentice.

    Photo Credit Aaron Watson Photography

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    Larry Yowell

    Larry is a master blacksmith and fabricator with 25 plus years professional experience.

    Photo Credit Aaron Watson Photography

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    Charles Fenaux

    Charles is a master blacksmith with more than 13 years professional experience.

    Photo Credit Aaron Watson Photography

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    Aidan Heinzel

    Aidan is an experienced fabricator and blacksmith. Aidan is a graduate of the Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing.