Mike Holfeld Profile
Mike Holfeld is an American Emmy-Award-Winning Reporter working for WKMG News 6 serving the station as an Investigative Reporter. He has been working with the News 6 team since the year 1999. Prior to this, he worked for about 15 years as a Reporter/Anchor in Detroit.
Mike Holfeld Education
Holfeld attended the University of Delaware where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications/Media Studies. There, he was privileged to graduate with an A grade. While at the University, he worked with the Campus Radio station and TV station. This is in addition to working at radio stations in Wilmington and Philadelphia.
Mike Holfeld Career
Holfeld works for WKMG News serving the station as an Investigative Reporter. He has made Central Florida history with major investigations which have led to new policies, legislative proposals, and state and national laws.
His investigations have also been featured coast to coast. Asides from this, he appeared on Inside Edition, Dr. Phil, CNN, CBS, and MSNBC’s Donny Deutch Show. He is also a regular contributor to Seminole Magazine and Real Radio 104.1. Mike is most proud of his investigation into the mob-controlled moving industry. In the course of his career, he has exposed a connection from New York to Miami involving an Israeli crime syndicate.
Holfeld’s reports were presented to state lawmakers and not only led to new Florida legislation but recognition by the U.S. Transportation Committee on Capitol Hill. Mike’s work also prompted a two-part series on CBS “Eye on America.”
He has teamed up with Congressman John Mica, Representative Randy Johnson, the former Congressman Ric Keller, and former State, Orange County Commissioner Linda Stewart, and State Representative Sandy Adams. This is in order to examine issues and develop laws that help families in Florida and across the country.
His investigations have led to new proposals in the auto insurance industry and video retail sales industry as well. In the economic downturn post 9-11, his stories convinced then-Governor Jeb Bush to allow tax extensions for hotel-motel owners.
Holfeld’s reports on parents losing a pregnancy to miscarriage led to the passage of the Grieving Parents Law. At the moment, Florida parents have the right to hold a memorial service no matter when the miscarriage occurs. Through his work, he has earned a long list of honors.
In the course of his career, he has been privileged to receive Eight Emmy Nominations, winning two. This is in addition to receiving the 2008 Murrow Award. Asides from this, he has been recognized for excellence in journalism by The Society of Professional Journalists and the Associated Press. In addition to this, he was privileged to earn The Sunshine State Award for journalism excellence.
Mike Holfeld Age
Holfeld’s age is not known for he has managed to keep his personal life private. It is therefore not known how old Mike is or when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 50s.
Mike Holfeld Height
He stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 7 inches.
Mike Holfeld Family
Information regarding Mike’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Mike Holfeld Wife
Information about Mike’s dating life is not known for he has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight. It is therefore not known if Mike is engaged to someone or whether he is married. It is also not known if he has any children.
Mike Holfeld Salary
Being one of the top Investigative Reporters for WKMG, Mike earns an annual salary ranging from $ 20,000 – $ 100,000.
Mike Holfeld Net Worth
Holfeld has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a Reporter.
Mike Holfeld WKMG
Holfeld is working at WKMG where he works alongside other famous WKMG anchors and reporters including;
- Matt Austin
- Lisa Bell
- Julie Broughton
- Bridgett Ellison
- Ginger Gadsden
- Kirstin O’Connor
- Erik von Ancken
- Justin Warmoth
- Steven Montiero
- Louis Bolden
- Mike DeForest
- Erik Sandoval
- Jerry Askin
- Troy Campbell