The latest from Anthony Hernandez

Jun 16, 2023 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

The choice: Do you want to be someone OR do something?

When serving in the United States Air Force, I read many of the books found on the Air Force Chief of Staff’s Annual Reading List. It’s a great ...

May 23, 2023 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

Memorial Day observations

Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Temperatures are pleasant. School is out with graduations and celebrations abound. Families are beginning their vacations, long days are spent at the ...

Apr 18, 2023 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

What the next 90 days can mean for your success

So, it’s been a little over 90 days since most of us started our new year’s resolutions and down our individual paths toward greater results, reaffirmation, and renewal. ...

Feb 15, 2023 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

The evolution of the Defense Credit Union Council and the wisdom of Sun Tzu

“If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles. If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained ...

Jan 17, 2023 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

The importance of planning, thinking early and often, and always being decisive!

Ensuring success for a business or organization involves two types of planning: deliberate planning and planning for contingencies. Deliberate planning is the process by which a 5- or 10-year strategic ...

Dec 13, 2022 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

Veterans’ financial prosperity: Growing industry awareness and support of our nation’s veterans

As the premier defense trade association representing the interests of credit unions serving the U.S. Armed Forces worldwide, the Defense Credit Union Council’s (DCUC) mission is one that ...

Oct 20, 2022 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

The DCUC difference: Reaching our military members

As Veterans Day approaches, we are humbled by the reminder that our freedoms are secured due to our fellow citizens’ dedication to serve. With over 18 million veterans spanning across ...

Sep 20, 2022 - by Anthony Hernandez, Defense Credit Union Council

Harmful consumer legislation – Coming soon to your state

This is a call to action regarding a harmful consequence caused by the Military Lending Act, which impacts all credit unions. Recent actions at the federal and state level are ...