March 15, 2022—Sonia Robinson's customer service expertise in multiple industries caught the attention of an entrepreneurial publication that features Black leaders.

Black Enterprise featured Robinson, who runs a SpeeDee Oil Change and Auto Service in Fort Mill, S.C., for her work to excel in an industry that's mostly male and white. Robinson took her skills from a wheelchair accessibility industry and brought it into the automotive maintenance space when she opened in 2019.

Robinson shared her leadership tips for thriving in a male-dominated industry. Atop the list are trusting yourself and being a lifelong learner.