2023 AAPEX Service Award Winners [RR 905]

Recorded Live at AAPEX 2023, Service Award Winners Roy Foster, Michael Miller, and Greg Damon discuss their experiences in the automotive industry, the importance of continuous learning, and the benefits of mentorship programs. The conversation also touches on the challenges facing the industry and the importance of community involvement, training, and changing consumer perceptions. Roy Foster, <a href="https://www.royfoster.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Roy Foster’s Automotive</a>, Reno, NV. Roy's previous episode <a href="https://remarkableresults.biz/?s=%22roy+foster%22" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a> Greg Damon, <a href="https://www.sparkstireandauto.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spark's Tire and Auto</a>, St. Charles, MO. Michael Miller, CarMax, Las Vegas, NV. Show Notes <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/AcJYBhf2duA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Watch Full Video</strong></a></li> <li>AAPEX 2023 Shop Owner of the Year (00:00:01) Roy Foster's background, including his family's business legacy and involvement in industry organizations.</li> <li>AAPEX 2023 Technician of the Year (00:00:57) Michael Miller's experience and certifications, as well as his friendship with previous Technician of the Year, Matt.</li> <li>AAPEX 2023 Service Advisor of the Year (00:04:37) Greg Damon discusses his shop's involvement in the community, including an exhibit at a kids' discovery museum, and the focus on training and changing the perception of the industry.</li> <li>The importance of apprenticeship programs (00:12:00) Discussion about the success of the NAPA apprentice program and the commitment to investing in young people, including the Roy's sons being apprentices and the need for more young people in the automotive industry.</li> <li>The importance of continuous learning (00:17:25) Discussion on the importance of staying humble, continuously learning, and seeking knowledge from others in the industry.</li> <li>The value of training and networking (00:18:22) Emphasizing th