About Us

Creating a State-wide network of training hubs.

By collaborating with community colleges and universities across Mississippi, AiM UP provides a network of training locations to empower workers and employers in the field of modern manufacturing.

Why Aim UP?

We are upskilling Mississippi’s workforce with advanced skills in robotics and automation to serve our manufacturing industrial base, promoting economic development through the manufacturing sector.

As a premier leader in training and research, we provide innovative education that upskills our workforce, enabling them to secure higher-paying roles and driving economic growth in our State and region.

Looking Ahead

Innovating upskilling courses and delivery across the State.

Our vision reaches far beyond the confines of our institution. We aspire to be a catalyst for economic prosperity in our community. By promoting a culture of continuous learning, embracing technological advancements, and building a highly skilled workforce, we aim to position our region as a leader in the advanced manufacturing landscape. We are not merely shaping careers; we are forging the future of manufacturing excellence and driving our community towards unprecedented success and innovation.

Our People

Carver Middleton

Brian Smith

Jim Weinstein

Anna Grace Dill

Emily Wall

Phyllis Beck