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Sarah Myer

Indiana Sports Corp | Senior Director of Marketing & Communications

Sarah Myer is the Senior Director of Marketing & Communications at Indiana Sports Corp. She is responsible for being a leader within the Operations Division and overseeing a department responsible for the marketing, communications, and brand management for Indiana Sports Corp, its events, and its partner events.

Meet Our Panelists

Kendall Lockwood

Baby’s | Owner
The Ball and Biscuit | Owner

Operating Partner at The Ball & Biscuit and Baby’s, Kendall Lockwood has helped found the cocktail scene within the city. She has competed in many bartending competitions to further her skills and education. Kendall is always looking for new ways to grow and stretch her level of experience and education.

Jeffery Burgin

City of Indianapolis | Mayor’s Neighborhood Advocate
The Eat Factory | Co-founder

Jeffery is a Mayor’s Neighborhood Advocate serving Indy’s Near West & MidNorth communities. He is a lifelong Indianapolis resident, and #1828Project alum. Outside of work you can find Jeffery cooking something delicious at his family’s pop up restaurant ‘The Eat Factory.’

Hannah Thomas

City of Indianapolis | Public Information Officer
Indy Parks | Former Marketing Coordinator

Through her work with the City of Indianapolis, you can see Hannah’s passion for public service, women’s empowerment, and bringing people together. An Indy native, Hannah has her finger on the pulse of what’s happening across the city from politics to culture and finds great fulfillment in following her inner spark.

Ethan Hochstein

Indianapolis Cultural Trail | Horticulture Manager

As the Horticulture Manager for the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Ethan is a part of the day to day operations team keeping The Trail’s landscape vibrant and beautiful. This role also includes long term planning and design to ensure The Trail remains an important asset for Indianapolis well into the future.