Kiewit Luminarium board names Mat Sinclair as new CEO [Video]

The board of directors of Kiewit Luminarium has announced Mathew “Mat” Sinclair as its new chief executive officer, effective Feb. 18. 

Sinclair brings more than 30 years of experience in museum leadership, strategic planning and community engagement, according to a statement released by the board Monday. He is tasked with guiding the Luminarium into its next phase of innovation and outreach.

“Mat Sinclair is an outstanding leader with a strong track record of building collaborative, community-focused initiatives,” said Trent Demulling, chair of Kiewit Luminarium’s board of directors. “His passion for creating hands-on, meaningful experiences in science and technology makes him the ideal CEO to drive Kiewit Luminarium’s mission forward.”

Linda Brandl has been serving as interim CEO since August when Silva Raker left the job. The Kiewit Luminarium, 345 Riverfront Drive, opened in April of 2023. 

Built by donors at a cost of $107 million, the museum has become part …