EPISODE 2: Recruitment and Retention in the Collision Repair Industry with Amy Shin

In this episode of Driven to Repair, host John Webb, Managing Partner of TenPoint Complete, sits down with Amy Shen, an experienced HR and recruitment expert, to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing the collision repair industry today: finding and retaining skilled talent. ​ Amy shares her insights into how human resources, recruiting, and leadership practices impact the success of automotive businesses. The conversation explores the importance of hiring the right people, how companies can attract younger generations into the trades, and why strong leadership and company culture play a critical role in employee retention. They also discuss the evolving role of technology and AI in hiring processes, the importance of mentorship and training, and how collision repair businesses can create long-term career paths for technicians and staff. ​ In this episode, you'll learn: • Why recruiting the right people is critical to long-term business success • How collision repair companies can attract younger generations into the trades • The role leadership and culture play in employee retention • Practical insights into hiring, onboarding, and developing strong teams ​ If you're an auto shop owner, collision repair professional, or industry leader, this episode provides valuable perspectives on building stronger teams and addressing the talent shortage in the automotive industry.