Connor Rose was born and raised in Northwest Ohio and has built a career on community service, professionalism, and leadership. A 2014 graduate of Bowling Green High School, Connor attended Hondros College of Real Estate and the Reppert School of Auctioneering.
In 2019, Connor joined his family’s real estate brokerage serving as a dual-licensed Realtor and Auctioneer. His real estate work and understanding of property, title, and land-records matters provided a strong background he now brings to public office.
In November 2024, Connor was elected Wood County Recorder, taking office in January 2025 at the age of 28, making him not only one of the youngest elected officials in Wood County’s history, but also one of the youngest county recorders in the State of Ohio at the time.
Connor’s commitment to civic leadership is evident through his service on numerous boards and committees:
Ohio Recorders Association Sub-Legislative Committee, Member (2025–Present)
Ohio Recorders Association Legislative Committee, Member (2026-Present)
Bowling Green Kiwanis, Member (2024–Present)
State of Ohio Realtor Director (2022–Present)
Wood County Residential Board of Appeals, Member (2019–2025; resigned upon taking elected office)
Vice Chair, Northwest Ohio Realtors Grievance Committee (2023)
President, Wood County Board of Realtors (2022–2023)
Chair, Northwest Ohio Realtors Young Professionals Network (2022)
In the Recorder’s Office, Connor brings a forward-thinking approach grounded in hard work, integrity, and a deep commitment to the people of Wood County.
here is What Others are saying.
Tim Brown, Former State Representative and wood county Commissioner
“I’ve worked closely with many elected officials over the years, and I can confidently say that Connor Rose possesses the dedication, work ethic, knowledge, and integrity necessary to be an outstanding public servant.”
Andrew Kalmar, Former wood county administrator
“HE will do the work and earn your respect.”
Dennis Parish, Former 6th District court of appeals judge
“Please join me in supporting Connor Rose for Wood County Recorder. It’s time to have a real estate professional, and someone knowledgeable about the maintenance of real estate records to lead this critically important office.”
