About Eric
Eric Schurr is a seasoned strategist, foresight practitioner, futurist, and speaker currently serving as the Chief Strategy Officer at Sunrise Banks in St. Paul, Minnesota, United States. With a holistic approach to innovation in the banking industry, Eric has over six years of experience leading the charge towards making Sunrise Banks the most innovative institution in the field.
His key focus lies in partnering with fintech companies to introduce groundbreaking products and services that promote financial inclusion and social impact. Leveraging concepts like banking-as-a-service, payments, and preferred futures, Eric is dedicated to reshaping the financial landscape for the betterment of communities and individuals.
Beyond his role at Sunrise Banks, Eric is a Certified Foresight Practitioner and an expert in applied futurism. As a professional speaker, he imparts his strategic foresight knowledge to help organizations navigate and shape their future trajectories effectively. Eric is known for his insightful presentations on various future-oriented topics such as personal financial management, evolving payment systems, and the critical importance of transparency and trust in an era of digital consumer data.
His expertise has been widely recognized in diverse forums and conferences, where he has shared his vision for empowering financial wellness and constructing resilient and trustworthy systems to navigate the complexities of today’s uncertain environment.
Passionate about driving positive change and fostering resilience, Eric Schurr is committed to creating a future where financial empowerment is accessible to all and where trust and transparency stand as pillars of a secure and prosperous society.
His work reflects a deep-seated belief in the power of strategic foresight to transform organizations and communities for the better. Through his multifaceted roles as a strategist, futurist, and speaker, Eric continues to inspire others to embrace innovation, harness the power of foresight, and craft a future that is both inclusive and sustainable.