About Tom
Tom Cebic is a strategic leader and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience spanning community and economic development, arts and culture innovation, fundraising, and emerging technology. His career is defined by building and scaling initiatives that bridge public, private, and cultural sectors.
Core Expertise:
- Strategic Development & Fundraising: Led a $100M+ seed campaign for a contemporary art museum in Wuhan, China; secured $2M in tax credits via NYC EDC.
- Cross-Sector Partnership Building: Collaborated with municipal agencies (NYC Mayor’s Office, Tuscan Regional Government), global cultural institutions, and tech partners.
- Team Leadership & Operations: Managed teams of 4–12+, with full-cycle responsibilities in hiring, mentoring, performance management, and workflow optimization.
- Innovation Integration: Spearheaded the creation of ALAN, an emotionally aware AI platform for art engagement, and developed VR/AR educational platforms in partnership with European Graduate School.
- Public Affairs & Advocacy: Experienced spokesperson and policy strategist; co-founded an international sustainability forum with 50+ organizations.
Professional Background:
Currently serves as Director of Advancement at Institution Art Museum, where he oversees strategy, fundraising, marketing, and digital transformation. Previously held senior roles in real estate development (Louis Lamarche Family Trust), community-focused co-living (WeLive), and early-stage tech entrepreneurship.
Personal Drivers:
Mission-oriented and entrepreneurial, Tom excels at turning visionary ideas into structured, fundable, and impactful initiatives. He is skilled in translating complex projects—whether in blockchain, AI, or community development—into clear narratives for stakeholders, investors, and the public.
In short, Tom Cebic is a builder and translator who operates at the intersection of culture, technology, and civic progress, with a consistent record of leading teams, securing resources, and delivering transformative outcomes