WASHINGTON—Calling it a strategic step forward to “usher in a new era of advocacy” for the Defense Credit Union Council and its members, DCUC has formed a strategic partnership with Allied Solutions to champion the interests of credit unions serving military and veteran communities.
The partnership will help deliver industry-leading solutions, educational content, and ongoing support for DCUC’s advocacy efforts on behalf of America’s defense credit unions, DCUC said, expanding the trade association’s commitment to growth and increased member value.
“This collaboration represents a significant milestone in DCUC’s mission to provide unparalleled support to defense credit unions and the communities they serve,” stated DCUC President and CEO Anthony Hernandez. “When speaking with Allied Solutions President/CEO Pete Hilger, and the leadership team at his company, it was evident how passionate they are about supporting military and veteran communities. Their unwavering commitment to financial institutions and the credit union movement aligns seamlessly with DCUC’s focus on advocacy, education, and member value.
Together, the partnership will enhance the resources available to defense credit unions, equipping them with innovative solutions, tailored products, and effective industry representation, DCUC said.
“This partnership will also strengthen advocacy efforts on behalf of defense credit unions serving military members, veterans, and their families, and ensure these communities receive the financial support they deserve,” Hernandez said.
“Myself and our team here at Allied Solutions are truly honored to continue our partnership with DCUC now and in the coming years,” Hilger said. “DCUC’s relentless support of not only the military community but the larger credit union movement is evident and aligns beautifully with our focus and value proposition to our clients. We look forward to collaborating on meaningful initiatives and impactful events that strengthen credit unions and the communities they serve.”
DCUC noted that Allied Solutions is the trade group’s first strategic partner at this “high” support level.
“I take this very seriously. We are confident this collaboration will foster the growth of the defense credit union movement, enhance protection for credit unions and their members, and expand our strategies to help credit unions evolve for a successful future,” said Hernandez. “This partnership is also important for DCUC because it strengthens everything we've been doing over the last year in protecting the industry from losing our tax exemption, fighting the Credit Card Competition Act, protecting the independence of NCUA, and getting the Veteran MBL Act introduced.”
Shaping Credit Union Advocacy
"This strategic investment by Allied Solutions will greatly support our efforts in shaping credit union advocacy and advancing the credit union agenda—now and for the future,” said DCUC Chief Advocacy Officer Jason Stverak. “It marks the beginning of a new era in DCUC Advocacy as Allied's support allows us to grow our Defending Credit Unions National Advocacy Fund."
Stverak contended the financial services industry stands at a crossroads.
“And credit unions—particularly defense credit unions—are facing growing legislative and regulatory challenges that threaten our unique cooperative, not-for-profit model,” he said. “From efforts to erode our tax-exempt status to increasing compliance burdens and restrictive membership rules, we must remain vigilant in defending our mission and the essential role we play in the financial well-being of millions of Americans. DCUC is committed to ensuring that credit unions maintain a strong, unified, and influential voice in Congress, at federal regulatory agencies, and throughout the political landscape."