

August Featured Alumnus: Bryan Gruenewald
August Featured Alumnus: Bryan Gruenewald
July 19, 2022 by Office of Marketing and Communication Alumni
MEET BRYAN GRUENEWALD '14
MAJOR: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND SPANISH
CURRENT ROLE: FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS AT KOMATSU MINING
Why did you choose WLC?
I chose WLC because I was impressed by the college's small class sizes and beautiful campus. I also had the opportunity to play on the men's basketball team, which was a goal of mine in high school.
Tell us about your favorite WLC experience.
I think I have too many to pick an absolute favorite, but one my fondest memories is from a mission trip to Mexico that I took the summer before my senior year. It was an amazing experience to volunteer and learn more about a different culture.
Who is your favorite WLC professor or staff member?
I loved my experience with the entire business school faculty. All of my business professors did such a good job preparing me for the real world. Each of them took the time to get to know me. Their passion to teach and help students really showed. I do have to give a special shout out to Prof. Peter Eppen for helping me get my first job after graduation.
What have you accomplished since graduation?
I got married to Bre (née Meyer, WLC Class of 2014) and now have two children. I earned the CFA and CMA designations, ran a marathon, and started my MBA.
What is next on your bucket list to complete?
In the next 18 months, I plan to finish up my MBA.

