Luke Eastin is the Executive Director of the South Central Illinois Regional Planning & Development Commission (SCIRPDC). He holds a BA in Political Science with a Pre-Law Minor, and a MA in Political Science with a concentration in Public Administration and Public Policy from Eastern Illinois University (EIU). With a strong academic foundation provided by EIU, Luke has been able to author multiple research articles, primarily focusing on public policy. His work is dedicated to fostering regional growth, strategic planning, and policy development to enhance communities and government structures.