Damon Thayer and Liza Hendriks have been appointed to the board of directors of Amplify Horse Racing, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting youth and young adults to education and career opportunities in the Thoroughbred racing industry. Thayer, who left the Kentucky Senate last year, expressed his enthusiasm for supporting the industry he is passionate about, while Hendriks, founder of the online Thoroughbred auction platform Wanamaker’s, highlighted the importance of engaging and inspiring the next generation through Amplify’s modern approach.

Amplify Horse Racing focuses on classroom education, mentorship, and immersive experiences to foster career pathways in Thoroughbred racing. Hendriks, now serving on the Board of Inglis Digital USA after Wanamaker’s acquisition, aims to leverage her experience to help grow Amplify’s impact. For more information, the organization’s website is www.amplifyhorseracing.org.