Good News in Auto Repair - The Impact of Women in the Auto Repair Industry
Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher
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Braxton Critcher and Elle Lawhead, from Women in Auto Care, discuss how women impact the automotive industry. Elle highlights the success of Women in Auto Care's scholarship program, which has awarded $425,000 to 81 women in the past year to attend trade school. Braxton emphasizes how increasing female participation brings diverse perspectives and improves the industry.
00:00 Sharing positive stories to uplift the industry.
04:57 Empowering women enhances the auto care industry.
07:34 Pandemic impacted women's careers, but leadership increasing.
10:49 Women in auto care offer scholarships and retain talent.
16:44 Most didn't choose the auto industry but loved it.
18:03 Supporting lifesavers through automotive pandemic efforts.
23:39 Advice for uncertain career changers in the industry.
26:56 Passion, learning, preparation, automotive industry opportunities available.
30:03 Women in Auto Care conference, Atlanta: education, networking.
34:05 Women in Auto Care: Social media and events presence.
35:10 Women gaining influence in the automotive repair industry.