Faculty
They're More Than Instructors.
Every ForgeNow instructor is a career trade professional. Real experience passed directly to you.
Meet the Team
Experts Who Power ForgeNow
Our instructors don't just know the trades, they've built careers in them.
Electrical Wiring
Gerald T.
30+ years in electrical. Journeyman license 2004, master electrician 2008, licensed across multiple states. His story of perseverance is the ForgeNow mission personified.
Data Center Facilities
Ben G.
With over 15 years in Construction Management in the Residential and Industrial spaces, Ben has a passion for investing in veterans, and his wealth of experience will help build leaders in the Data Center Industry.
HVAC Systems
Mark R.
20+ years in HVAC starting in 2003. Grew from install crews to Lead Service Technician in commercial HVAC. Passionate about passing on what he's learned in the field.
HVAC Systems
Ricky D.
Seasoned HVAC professional bringing field expertise from years of residential and commercial service work across the DFW metro area.
PLUMBING
Cory B.
Plumbing
Brian J.
HVAC Systems
Gerardo I.
Passionate HVAC Instructor with 9+ years of diverse field experience spanning residential maintenance, commercial systems, refrigeration, and quality control. Now brings that hands-on expertise to education, preparing the next generation of skilled technicians for successful careers in the industry.
HVAC Systems
Jerry C.
Brings decades of hands-on HVAC experience and deep technical knowledge from a long career in the skilled trades. Now, he’s committed to passing that experience on by training and preparing the next generation of skilled technicians.