RacerWorks Resource Hub
RacerWorks
Providng Resrouces to Advance Business & Industry
Mission
To equip and elevate regional partners with the tools, talent, and technical solutions to grow stronger, safer, and more competitive in today’s complex economy.
Overview
The RacerWorks is a cross-collegiate initiative led by Murray State University designed to serve West Kentucky and beyond, delivering integrated support services to manufacturers, small businesses, local governments, and economic development organizations. This new hub connects innovation, applied research, and workforce development to real-world needs. RacerWorks empowers regional growth by offering strategic services in cybersecurity, IT, lean manufacturing, entrepreneurship, quality systems, safety, engineering solutions, and more.
Cores Service Areas
Focus Area |
Support Services Offered |
Business Planning |
Startup support, small business counseling, digital strategy, and growth planning
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Engineering and Manufacturing |
Engineering and Manufacturing Training |
Management and Leadership |
Management and Leadership Training |
Marketing and Branding |
Marketing and Branding Support |
Safety Training |
Safety Training |
Technology and Cybersecurity |
Cybersecurity training, incident readiness, IT modernization, AI-readiness support
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Workforce Development |
Customized training, upskilling pathways, STEM engagement, sector-specific certifications
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Apprenticeships and Internships |
Apprenticeships, internships and job placement opportunities
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Regional Impact
The RacerWorks is tailored to the economic, geographic, and workforce characteristics of West Kentucky and beyond. By aligning higher education assets with community and industry needs, RacerWorks helps close opportunity gaps and prepare our region for a resilient, tech-driven future.