Bernard Thompson
Toyota MSAT Graduate from Universal Technical Institute
I attended UTI-Lisle after retiring from the Air Force after 21 years. I worked in transportation logistics while serving and wanted to pursue technician training with my military benefits. I began working at Toyota of Naperville while I was taking the Toyota MSAT (manufacturer-specific advanced training) program that UTI offers, and I was quickly promoted to Service Mgr. after graduation. Now, I give back to the school by using UTI whenever I'm recruiting for my dealership. I talk to parents and students at high schools and community colleges to promote a skilled trades education and automotive careers.