Military veteran brings decades of higher education experience to South Florida campus.
PHOENIX and MIRAMAR, Fla., July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., today announced that Edward (“Ed”) Rito has been named Campus President of UTI-Miramar.
Rito brings over 22 years of leadership experience across post-secondary education, healthcare, and technology fields. A U.S. Army veteran, he has held senior roles at Education Affiliates, ECPI University, and Antonelli College, and has a proven track record of driving student success and operational excellence.
“Ed’s leadership is defined by a clear focus on student success and operational excellence,” said Tracy Lorenz, UTI Division President. “His depth of experience in technical education makes him the right fit to guide UTI-Miramar’s continued growth and foster a strong, high-performing campus community.”
“I’m honored to join UTI-Miramar and lead a campus that plays such an important role in preparing students for in-demand careers,” said Edward Rito. “I look forward to working alongside our talented staff and faculty to ensure students have the education, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.”
Located in South Florida, UTI-Miramar opened in 2022 and boasts a 103,000-square-foot, state-of-the-industry facility featuring 22 classrooms and labs. The campus delivers training in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Welding Technology, and Airframe & Powerplant education. An HVACR Technician program is launching soon. UTI-Miramar also offers BMW FastTrack Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training, allowing qualified students to earn BMW factory credentials and associate-level certification.
UTI-Miramar partners with leading employers, including Hendrick Auto Group, Sunbelt Rentals, Morgan Auto Group, Rush Truck Centers, and TravelCenters of America, many of which participate in UTI’s Student Early Employment Program, providing students the opportunity to earn while they learn.
About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider serving students, partners and communities nationwide. The company offers high-quality education and support services for in-demand careers via its two divisions: UTI and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI division operates 15 campuses located in nine states and offers a wide range of transportation, skilled trades, electrical and energy training programs. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in eight states and online, offering programs in the allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu; LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges; or X at @news_UTI and @ConcordeCareer.
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