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Brief Biography

Labeled a visionary in new media with an intuitive sense for how marketing and community outreach should be done, Christopher S. Penn is the Chief Technology Officer of the Student Loan Network, founder and producer of the multi-award winning Financial Aid Podcast internet radio show, and co-founder of the groundbreaking PodCamp New Media Community Conference.

Mr. Penn has been called upon for expert information by researchers for the Congressional Advisory Committee on Student Financial Aid and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, as well as being sought after for conferences and private intensive seminars.

Mr. Penn has spoken before diverse audiences ranging from executives of major venture capital firms, to state Departments of Education heads, to aspiring college students looking to make their mark on the world. He speaks daily on his Financial Aid Podcast internet radio show on topics of personal finance, college affordability, and career/professional development. Mr. Penn has also been featured in many books, newspapers such as the Wall Street Journal, magazines such as BusinessWeek, and publications for his leadership in new media.

Public Speaking

I am available for public speaking engagements. Please visit my main web site for public speaking, Awaken Your Superhero. 

Schedule of Events

I will be available in person at the following public events, if you'd like to get together for a cup of coffee and extend the conversation.

  • EASFAA Annual Conference, Portland, ME 5/6
  • NASFAA Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 7/9 

Gallery of Work