Turning Generative AI from buzzword to business advantage starts with innovative leadership and cross-organizational collaboration. Brandon McGee, Chief Digital Strategy Officer at A+ Federal Credit Union, takes attendees inside their AI Center of Excellence, now entering its second year of accelerating AI expertise. Hear how they are building on the foundation from Year 1 expand education and ethical adoption of AI. Brandon will share practical approaches for training leaders, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and ensuring AI solutions are deployed responsibly, addressing critical questions around privacy, security, and transparency.

Attendees will leave with actionable insights for: 

• Building an AI Center of Excellence to drive innovation and expertise 
• Communicating about and training staff on using Generative AI 
• Implementing ethical AI practices, including privacy, security, and compliance tracking 

Step away from the stage and into a hands-on networking session built for banking leaders ready to tackle the real challenges of modern tech stacks. This interactive gathering offers a rare space to swap strategies, compare notes, and ask the questions you've been saving for later—offstage and off the record. Attendees will be organized into separate bank and credit union tables, giving each group a focused environment to discuss the technologies that power today's financial institutions. Through a series of guided prompts, participants can anonymously share their experiences, struggles, and lessons learned—from connectivity headaches to integration headaches—while exploring the infrastructure that supports day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. This session is designed to uncover practical insights, spark candid conversation, and leave you with fresh ideas you can take back to your teams.

Join this session to:  

• Share and receive off-the-record advice on connectivity, integrations, and infrastructure 
• Compare approaches to common technology pain points and identify potential improvements
• Build relationships with industry peers in a collaborative, problem-solving environment