INDIANAPOLIS, IN – December 4, 2024 – Governor-elect Mike Braun today announced his intent to appoint Matthew Ubelhor as Secretary of Transportation and Infrastructure. Ubelhor brings 47 years of operational leadership experience, most recently serving as senior vice president of Operations at White Stallion Energy.
“Matt’s decades of experience managing complex operations and infrastructure, combined with his service in the Indiana House, make him especially qualified to lead our transportation and infrastructure initiatives,” said Governor-elect Braun. “He has a servant’s heart and understands how to do more with less at a time when stewardship of tax dollars could not be more critical.”
A former three-term state representative, Ubelhor served in the General Assembly from 2010-2015, representing Greene, Martin, Daviess, and Monroe counties. During his tenure, he served on the Ways and Means Committee and as majority whip.
In his most recent role, Ubelhor managed safety, production, and cost control for 600 workers across multiple sites. His extensive background includes leadership positions at Peabody Energy, where he oversaw operations, environmental compliance, and workforce safety for 700 employees.
“Fostering long-term prosperity for Hoosier families takes many forms, and I am excited to contribute to Gov.-elect Braun’s efforts to shape the future of our transportation infrastructure,” said Ubelhor. “We have a tremendous opportunity ahead of us to connect Hoosiers in ways that will grow our economy and improve our quality of life.”
As the Secretary of Transportation and Infrastructure, Ubelhor will be responsible for maintaining the state’s transportation, infrastructure, broadband, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority. Ubelhor will work to support Indiana’s economic growth and improve quality of life for Hoosiers.
Ubelhor, a Bloomfield resident, began his career as an equipment operator before advancing through supervisory roles to senior executive positions. He graduated from Perry Central High School in 1977.
About Governor-elect Mike Braun:
Governor-elect Mike Braun of Jasper, Indiana, is a homegrown entrepreneur who has spent his life creating opportunities and getting results for Hoosiers. Mike believes deeply that personal freedom and opportunity will create a pathway to prosperity for all Hoosiers. As Indiana’s 52nd Governor, Mike Braun is developing a team to help him build an administration that puts Hoosiers in the driver’s seat and limits government to its proper role.
Mike Braun is a Main Street job creator, husband to Maureen (48 years), father of four and proud grandfather of seven. When Mike is not hard at work for the people of Indiana, he enjoys spending time on his tree farms where he also focuses on his passion for conservation.
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Media Contact: Brad Rateike, bradrateike@brauntransition.com
