Matt Blashaw
Keynote Speaker: Licensed Contractor & Realtor; Host of HGTV and DIY Network's "Yard Crashers"; Founder of Build For Love Foundation
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Matt Blashaw Biography
Licensed contractor Matt Blashaw is everything you want in a versatile handyman and then some. His home improvement company once used the slogan “One Call Fixes It All” and Matt made a point of always delivering on that promise. A native of Orange County, Calif., Matt spent his teen years working at his father’s lumberyard before graduating from Chapman University. He then moved on to a variety of jobs in the construction and entertainment industries. A stint with the technical services group at Disney taught him about show effects and electrical installation. Today, when he’s not sharing his expertise with DIY Network viewers, Matt works as a Realtor and develops and builds homes in Orange County. Matt takes a fearless approach to home remodeling and says he’s never afraid to make mistakes. After all, that’s often when he learns the most. If you’re thinking about taking on a do-it-yourself project, take his advice and just go for it. Matt hosts HGTV’s “Professional Grade” in addition to “DIY Network’s Money Hunters,” “Deconstruction” and “Project Xtreme.”
The son of an engineer and a home builder, construction is in Matt Blashaw’s blood. The Orange County, California native began his building career at a very young age in his dad’s lumberyard. He dove into fix-it projects around his family’s home, and worked on everything from plumbing and electrical. He even constructed giant skateboard ramps in his backyard. In high school, he took his skills to the stage and built sets for the musical theatre productions. Matt’s love for construction and for the arts led him to pursue his B.F.A. Degree in film and television production from Chapman University. While there, he also achieved his department’s highest honor, the filmmaker of the year award.
Blatshaw got his contractor’s license and began working as a self-employed general contractor, specializing in remodeling homes. That led to a deep understanding of real estate. He felt inspired to sell homes, and became a licensed Realtor for Century 21. In 2006, Matt entered a television contest for DIY Network’s "Stud Finder," a search for America’s next top handyman. Though Matt did not win (he was runner-up), the exposure led to a small role on an HGTV show and an audition to be the host of DIY Network’s new show, "Deconstruction."
He landed the spot on what would become a very successful show, and has been a host for the DIY Network ever since. He has hosted several series for DIY Network and HGTV including "Project Xtreme," "Money Hunters," "Blog Cabin" and "Professional Grade" and specials such as "Cool Tools Builders Show," "Stud Finder 2009," HGTV's "Rose Parade" coverage and "Worst Kitchen In America." He has appeared as an expert guest on The Today Show on NBC, CNN’s Newsroom, CNBC’s Squawk Box and multiple Fox News affiliates. He is also a recurring personality on CBS’ The Early Show. Blatshaw hosts the hit series "Yard Crashers," airing on both DIY Network and HGTV.
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Matt Blashaw is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Home & Decor, Television & Film, Real Estate, Design, Architecture and Host & Emcee.
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Matt Blashaw generally travels from Kansas City, KS, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Matt Blashaw is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Home & Decor, Television & Film and Real Estate. The estimated speaking fee range to book Matt Blashaw for virtual events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Matt Blashaw generally travels from Kansas City, KS, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Nicole Jackson, Tamara Day and Sasha Andreev. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Matt Blashaw for an upcoming event.
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Build It Forward | HGTV
6 days ago ... Check out the exclusive video series, Build It Forward: Making Good — a digital companion series to HGTV's 'Build It Forward' starring Taniya Nayak and Matt ...
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Yard Crashers | HGTV
Jan 14, 2025 ... On DIY Network's Yard Crashers, landscape experts Ahmed Hassan and Matt Blashaw wait at stores looking for would-be DIY'ers who use some yard help.
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Vacation House for Free | HGTV
Jan 14, 2025 ... See how licensed contractor Matt Blashaw helps would-be vacation homeowners find and remodel a diamond in the rough on HGTV's Vacation House for Free.
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How do I book Matt Blashaw to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Matt Blashaw for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Matt Blashaw, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Matt Blashaw or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Matt Blashaw for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Matt Blashaw, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Matt Blashaw, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Matt Blashaw speak about?
Matt Blashaw is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Home & Decor, Television & Film, Real Estate, Design, Architecture and Host & Emcee. -
Where does Matt Blashaw travel from?
Matt Blashaw generally travels from Kansas City, KS, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Matt Blashaw?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Matt Blashaw for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Matt Blashaw for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Matt Blashaw or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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