Learning Alliance Opens Telecom Training Campus in Florida with Equipment Support from ANDREW®
New Plant City facility expands hands-on broadband and telecommunications training
Tampa, Florida — February 12, 2025
Learning Alliance Corporation has opened a new telecommunications training campus in Plant City, Florida, with major equipment support from ANDREW®.
The facility is designed to provide hands-on training for students, veterans, and transitioning service members pursuing careers in broadband and telecommunications infrastructure. The campus brings technical instruction, simulation labs, and academic programming into a single location to support workforce readiness.
The opening is supported by an in-kind equipment contribution from ANDREW. The donated equipment is used in classrooms and labs and reflects technology currently deployed in national broadband networks. Students train on professional-grade systems aligned with field conditions.
The campus represents a dedicated training pathway focused on preparing participants for immediate employment in the telecommunications sector. Programs are designed to reflect industry safety standards, technical requirements, and operational expectations.
“This campus expands access to structured telecom training and connects learners directly to industry-relevant equipment,” said Cesar Ruiz, Chief Executive Officer of Learning Alliance Corporation.
“Preparing the next generation of telecom professionals is essential to sustaining the reliability and performance our industry depends on. Providing equipment that mirrors real deployment environments allows students to build the practical skills networks require. Supporting Learning Alliance’s new campus aligns with our commitment to strengthening the ecosystem and advancing a better‑connected future.” – Vinnie Pizza, Vice President Sales, Americas, Outdoor Wireless Networks for ANDREW.
The Plant City campus supports workforce development efforts tied to broadband expansion and telecommunications infrastructure growth in Florida and across the United States.
About Learning Alliance Corporation
Learning Alliance Corporation partners with employers, colleges, and universities to deliver workforce training programs for U.S. veterans and civilians. Its programs combine classroom instruction with applied learning aligned to real-world industry needs. Training solutions are designed around community, employer, and workforce requirements. More information is available at mylearningalliance.com.
About ANDREW®
ANDREW, an Amphenol company, is a global provider of wireless network infrastructure solutions. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, it supports mobile operators and enterprises in deploying cutting-edge connectivity for both outdoor and indoor environments. ANDREW’s products and services are delivered through a portfolio of trusted brands, including ERA®, ONECELL®, HELIAX®, MOSAIC®, SEED®, PIM‑Guard®, and POWERSHIFT®. Explore our offerings at Andrew.com
Media Contact
Lymaris Pabellon - Learning Alliance
lpabellon@mylearningalliance.com
Barbara Ghini - ANDREW an Amphenol company
barbara.ghini@andrew.com