Press Release: Youth Invited to Explore World of Thoroughbred Racing through Spring 2024 Amplify Mentorship Program
LEXINGTON, KY (January 15, 2024) – Amplify Horse Racing is accepting applications for
the spring 2024 intake of its Mentorship Program, now through January 31. The program
provides an introductory step for youth and young adults who want to learn more about the
Thoroughbred industry by matching them with experienced industry professionals who can offer
career guidance. The spring session will run from March 1 through May 31.
The suggested age range for mentee candidates is 15-25, with no restrictions based on academic
achievement. The program is also accepting potential mentors who have over 6 years of work
experience in the Thoroughbred or broader equine industry, and can meet the program’s
minimum training requirements, background check, and time commitment. All applicants must
be residents of the United States, U.S. territories, or Canada.
Amplify will also award travel grants to outstanding mentees of 2024 who complete their intake
of the program having demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to pursuing involvement
in the Thoroughbred industry. Award recipients will have the opportunity to travel to Kentucky
for a weekend of behind-the-scenes tours in November, and will be recognized at Amplify’s
annual youth and young adult Thoroughbred industry networking event.
“I cannot thank Amplify enough for the opportunities they provide for those looking to get into
the equine industry,” said 2021 mentee Blake Willison. “I was a recent graduate from Detroit
who had no experience working with horses, yet that didn’t deter them. They paired me up with
an incredible mentor who helped teach me the ins and outs of the industry; while simultaneously
helping to find job opportunities that fit my background. Amplify opened doors for me that I
didn’t even know existed, and I owe them a ton of credit for landing my current job with Taylor
Made Farm.”
To learn about the program and apply today, prospective mentors and mentees can visit
www.amplifyhorseracing.org/mentorship, or contact info@amplifyhorseracing.org for more
information.