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Sebastian Penix is the Entrepreneur Ecosystem Navigator for the Central Indiana SBDC, based at Butler University’s Lacy School of Business. He is also the founder of Heartland Valley, a platform spotlighting startups and innovation across the Midwest. His work focuses on building connection, visibility, and momentum within the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
