Gary Uyematsu, National Technician Training Manager at BMW North America, joins us to discuss the continuous learning it takes to succeed as a technician and how BMW approaches technician training. He also highlights some industry disconnects, like career counselors not fully understanding technician careers, along with the unique challenges of teaching and developing today’s technicians.

Check out the full video version of the podcast on YouTube!

About Our Guest:
Gary Uyematsu
National Technician Training Manager, BMW North America
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About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
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