Bill Deffebach was born and raised during recession years in small West Texas communities. He participated in scouting (Eagle Scout), sports and church activities. He graduated as ...view moreBill Deffebach was born and raised during recession years in small West Texas communities. He participated in scouting (Eagle Scout), sports and church activities. He graduated as salutatorian of his high school class, and earned two degrees from the University of Texas at Austin: BBA, major in public accountancy (1952) and Doctor of Jurisprudence (1958). During the Korean Conflict, he served in the Marines, becoming a Captain and serving as a company commander.
This book relates his experiences, adventures and leadership roles during childhood, scouting, military service and three colorful careers in accounting, law and business. His path crossed those of many prominent people. Besides enjoying multiple careers, he participated in two historical firsts in banking. He obtained approval from the United States Supreme Court to establish the first bank holding company over a challenge to its formation by the Department of Justice. He was a director and officer of the National Loan Bank, the first national bank in history to be formed solely for the purpose of liquidating problem loans. This story chronicles his diversions, faith, values, formula for lasting marriages, ethical last will and testament and the Ten Commandments of Leadership.view less