What if every obstacle in your path was actually preparing you for something greater? Because the reality is, it does.In this episode, I get the chance to talk with Ezra Eckhardt, President and CEO of STCU, whose journey from being a West Point cadet to leading one of Washington’s largest credit unions is a masterclass in willpower, leadership, and community impact.From facing the relentless challenges of military life to steering organizations through epic economic downturns, Ezra’s story is proof that adversity isn’t a dead end—it’s training for what’s ahead. His experiences in the Army, corporate America, and now in the