Mike Frenchek worked on radios at a very early age. In 1965, he was, while still in junior high school, the youngest person to graduate from Pittsburgh Institute of Electronics. He created his own shop in his parent’s basement tearing apart old TVs that relatives would bring out to the farm. Later he worked for a respected TV repair shop in town while still in high school. He was the typical nerd complete with glasses and pocket protector. In 1974, he graduated from the University of Pittsburgh as an Electrical Engineer, and was selected Outstanding Senior, Electrical Engineering. Following graduation, Mike worked at Bell of Pennsylvania, later Bell Atlantic, attaining the position of Director-Major Customer Networks and leaving in 1998.

After working with a Silicon Valley startup company, Mike returned home and started his own business, combining his enjoyment of antique automobiles and love of old radios. In 2003, Retro Radio Restoration was born with a commitment and passion for customer service and equipment reliability influenced by a career in telecommunications. Christine, Mike’s devoted wife, retired after 35 years in public education and joined Mike in the business. As a result, his life has changed…for the better! You will see them both at the car shows.