UFCU Names Financial Services Leader Sumeet Grover as Chief Strategic Growth and Digital Officer

AUSTIN, Texas, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UFCU, one of Texas's largest and fastest growing credit unions, today announced it has welcomed Sumeet Grover as its EVP - Chief Strategic Growth and Digital Officer. Grover, a renowned financial services thought leader and longtime banking executive, joins UFCU as a member of its senior executive team, where he will provide added leadership and expertise as UFCU becomes the most modern and technologically advanced credit union in the United States – focused on impacting millions of lives through personalized, accessible, secure, and innovative financial solutions.

Previously, Grover served as EVP and Chief Digital & Marketing Officer at Alliant Credit Union, the largest digital credit union in the United States. Prior to that, he spent nearly two decades at Citibank, where he held leadership positions in marketing, digital, client experience, operations and technology. Throughout his career, Grover has provided transformational leadership across digital banking, marketing, product management, banking operations, payments, analytics, and member experience functions – all at the forefront of driving industry-leading growth, modernization, and member satisfaction.

"Sumeet brings a wealth of experience from leading financial services organizations and is truly committed to positively enhancing the lives of others," said UFCU CEO and President Michael Crowl. "I'm certain he will have an immediate and lasting impact on UFCU and our Members as we pursue our purpose—to empower our Members to achieve financial success and brighter futures."

"Digital capabilities are essential as they future-proof credit unions by enhancing our digital offerings and improving internal processes and Member experiences," said Grover. "I'm looking forward to working with the UFCU team to implement the best digital and omni-channel banking experience that will serve our Members wherever they choose to interact with us."

Grover has earned numerous industry accolades, including global Top 50 Marketer and Top 50 Technology Professional. His perspectives have been featured in top media outlets like American Banker, The New York Times, PYMNTS, Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. He holds a bachelor's degree in science, a master's in business administration, a fellowship from The Marketing Academy, and certifications from The Wharton School, Yale School of Management, and Columbia Business School.

About UFCU

University Federal Credit Union (UFCU) is a Member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution with more than 400,000 Members and $4 billion in assets. The organization's focus on Member experience excellence, continuous performance, and teamwork drives UFCU to deliver exceptional experiences. Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Austin, UFCU empowers financial success across Texas and is dedicated to building a brighter future for all through innovative offerings, education, and personalized Member service. Discover more at UFCU.org.

SOURCE UFCU