The CU Growth & Innovation Summit is pleased to welcome Brian Gruender, Senior Vice President of Technology at Fox Communities Credit Union, as a Peer-to-Peer Moderator at the 2027 event, taking place February 8 to 10 in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Brian will moderate Peer-to-Peer: How Are Credit Unions Scaling Operations Without Increasing Costs?, bringing credit union leaders together to discuss how they are improving efficiency while continuing to grow.
As Senior Vice President of Technology at Fox Communities Credit Union, Brian oversees enterprise technology strategy, infrastructure, data and software engineering, as well as the credit union’s AI and transformation initiatives. His work focuses on aligning technology investments with business outcomes, fostering innovation, and preparing organizations for the future of work.
Brian is also a strong advocate for responsible AI adoption and innovation. His experience includes advancing AI literacy, operational efficiency, and modern technology platforms within the financial services industry. A lifelong learner, Brian holds a master’s degree in Organizational Change Leadership and recently completed the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer certificate through Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business.
At the CU Growth & Innovation Summit, Brian will guide a practical discussion around a challenge facing credit unions of all sizes: how to scale operations while managing costs and maintaining performance.
Participants will exchange perspectives on automation, process improvements, and organizational strategies that can create greater efficiency. The conversation will focus on practical ways credit unions can scale operations sustainably while continuing to support growth.
Brian’s experience at the intersection of technology, AI, transformation, and operational efficiency makes him a valuable moderator for a discussion centered on how credit unions can turn new capabilities into meaningful business outcomes.
Join Brian Gruender and other credit union leaders at the CU Growth & Innovation Summit, February 8 to 10, 2027, in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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