DCUC hosts 4th quarter Military Advocacy Committee Meeting

WASHINGTON, DC (November 15, 2022) — DCUC hosted its fourth quarter Military Advocacy Committee (MAC) meeting on November 2. DCUC President/CEO Anthony Hernandez provided committee members and guests with an update on legislative and regulatory progress in addition to several advocacy wins for 2022. ...

Cobalt CU hosts successful 2022 DCUC Midwest Conference

WASHINGTON, DC (November 14, 2022) — The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) successfully concluded its 2022 Midwest Conference. Co-hosted by Cobalt CU, this year’s conference focused on important industry topics to include serving the military, financial technology, wellness, and advocacy updates. In 1972, DCUC ...

DCUC presents $20,000 donation to ASYMCA

WASHINGTON, DC (November 14, 2022) — The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is proud to announce its 2022 Conference with a Purpose raised a total donation of $20,000 for the Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA). The four-day fundraiser was held during DCUC’s 2022 Annual ...

Plexcity appoints DCUC President/CEO to Board of Directors

WASHINGTON, DC (November 14, 2022) — The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is proud to announce its President/CEO, Anthony Hernandez, has joined Plexcity’s Board of Directors. Hernandez stated “Plexcity is essential to DCUC’s back-end operations. Their services provide us with superior solutions ...

DCUC urges Senate to remove harmful NDAA language

WASHINGTON, DC (October 12, 2022) — The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) continues to urge Senate leaders to remove the Senate versions of the Credit Card Competition Act (CCCA) and an unnecessary study proposal on fees imposed on veterans and caregivers. Senators Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, ...

DCUC names new Communications Specialist

WASHINGTON, DC (October 4, 2022) — The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is pleased to announce that it has named Haleigh Laverty as its new Communications Specialist. “I am very grateful and excited to be joining the DCUC team! I’ve always had a passion ...

DCUC wraps up its 2022 Annual Conference

WASHINGTON, DC (August 5, 2022) — DCUC concluded its 2022 Annual Conference earlier today. Throughout the conference military leaders and experts in cyber security, innovation, and regulatory and legislative issues addressed attendees from across the country. “DCUC’s 2022 Conference exceeded our expectations,” said Tony ...

DCUC Conference: Thursday recap

WASHINGTON, DC (August 5, 2022) — DCUC’s 2022 Annual Conference continued into its second full day, which featured a series of phenomenal military speakers and panels. The first military speaker was Chad Williams, a former Navy SEAL, who shared his experience becoming and serving ...

DCUC Conference: Day one recap

WASHINGTON, DC (August 4, 2022) — DCUC’s Annual Conference celebrates the difference credit unions make to our nation’s military and veterans. It is a chance for credit unions to come together and discuss the specific challenges that come with serving this special population ...

DCUC’s Annual Conference begins

WASHINGTON, DC (August 3, 2022) — DCUC welcomed attendees to the foothills of San Antonio, Texas for its 2022 Annual Conference. This annual event brings together leaders from across the credit union industry for the latest updates on issues affecting credit unions serving our nation’...

DCUC Hosts Third Quarter Military Advocacy Committee Update

WASHINGTON, DC (July 14, 2022) — DCUC hosted its third quarter Military Advocacy Committee (MAC) meeting on July 11. During the hour-long meeting, DCUC President/CEO Anthony Hernandez and Total Spectrum’s John McKechnie provided committee members and guests with the latest updates on credit ...

DCUC announces 2022 Hall of Honor inductees

WASHINGTON, DC (June 22, 2022) — This year, DCUC’s Hall of Honor Selection Committee selected Karl Murphy, William “Bill” Rone, and COL Richard Rothwell, USMC (Retired) to join the Defense Credit Union Council’s Hall of Honor. The three honorees have an impressive history ...

DCUC sponsors Kuwait MWR’s 10 Mile Freedom Run/Walk

WASHINGTON, DC (May 18, 2022) — DCUC proudly sponsored the 10 Mile Freedom Run/Walk at Camp Arifjan and Camp Buehring in Kuwait this April. The races, hosted by Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR), were held in conjunction with the Credit Union Cherry Blossom race ...

DCUs gather to celebrate Hawaiian difference

WASHINGTON, DC (April 15, 2022) — On Thursday, April 14, DCUC hosted a luncheon for Hawaiian member credit unions. The luncheon brought together members from across the islands to discuss the unique aspects of serving the military community in Hawaii. “Hawaii has always been proud ...