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Keola Santiago Highlight
Look to get the most out of every opportunity—take advantage of any and all training you can and don’t be afraid to take on challenges.
About Keola
- Originally from Hawai’i.
- Growing up, he didn’t really know what he wanted to do, but he was always working with his hands and trying to fix things.
- Says when he first got into the industry, he had to “pay his dues”—being able to adapt was important.
- He says taking the leap and just getting started has been his biggest accomplishment.
- Received his technical training through Universal Technical Institute; believes taking that path with his education set him up for success.
- Currently serving as a Master Guild Technician for Audi—which means he is proficient in all areas of automotive tech.
- His goal is to one day be a technical manager or shop foreman, overseeing all the other technicians.
- His advice to people entering the auto industry: take advantage of any and all opportunities to learn and don’t be afraid to take on challenges.
