65.Third Time’s A Charm for an Automotive Powerhouse

Kate Unruh’s journey into the automotive industry is rooted in her unique upbringing of being raised by a father who restored cars and a mother who raced them. With 15 years in the automotive field, Kate earned her Red Seal Journeyperson certificate in 2014. Initially, Kate spent four years in the restoration industry before transitioning into collision work. Today, she excels as a repair planner at an insurance repair body shop. Her role involves bringing in vehicles for tear down and managing the schedule and execution of body and paint repairs. Beyond her technical skills, Kate is also a mentor to four apprentices, guiding the next generation of automotive professionals. Balancing her professional life, Kate is also a hobbyist who engages in car restoration projects, crafts beaded moccasins, and various other creative projects. Remarkably, she accomplishes all this while being a dedicated mother to her new baby girl. In this insightful conversation, Kate shares about the significant impact of a former boss who cost her four years of her apprenticeship, her experiences of pregnancy while working in a demanding field, and the challenges of sexism. Despite these hurdles, Kate’s resilience shines through, as she reveals why she almost left the industry and how she found the strength to continue.

Tune in to hear Kate’s compelling story, including her tips on navigating the automotive industry and even how to get out of an armored car!

 

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