In this inspiring episode of the Influential U Podcast, we sit down with Gerardo "J.R." Luna, a former mechanic shop owner turned CEO, as he shares his transformative journey and the power of influence. Join us as we explore J.R.'s personal growth and the realization of his untapped potential.

J.R. is the CEO of Concourse Motors and Asian AutoTech, in Ventura, California and his specialty shops give him a competitive advantage due to his expertise and customer-intimate approach. In this interview he reflects on his pre-Influential U days when he underestimated his own potential impact and considered himself just a worker bee, limiting his opportunities and undervaluing his specialized knowledge. J.R. also discusses his guiding philosophy of "Everyone wins in every transaction I’m involved with," and how it shapes his aims and decisions. Join us and discover how he eventually recognizes his specialized value and transcends the role of a mere mechanic.