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#FlashbackFriday: How a Store Manager Boosted Morale in Iraq

By Robert Philpot / April 14, 2023 /

On National Hot Dog Day last July, the Exchange Post told you the story of the “AAFES Hot Dog Guy,” aka Exchange Healthcare Program Manager Robin Williams. But did you know that the Exchange also has a Twinkie man? Here’s the story of how Timothy Adams, who was the store manager for Camp Speicher in…

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Show Us Your Month of the Military Child Photos for a Special Flickr Album

By The Exchange Post / April 13, 2023 /

Show us how you’re honoring our Nation’s youngest heroes by sending photos of your Month of the Military Child celebrations.

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Installation Renamings: The Story of Chief Warrant Officer 4 Michael Novosel

By Robert Philpot / April 13, 2023 /

After operating for more than 80 years under its old name, Fort Rucker is now officially Fort Novosel. The Alabama Army post’s new moniker is in honor of Chief Warrant Officer 4 Michael Novosel, who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service during the Vietnam War. 

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Wright-Patterson Exchange Meets Shoppers’ Needs With New Unmanned Retail Markets

By Keiana Holleman / April 12, 2023 /

The Wright Patterson Exchange welcomed three new unmanned retail markets, giving the community another quick option for meals and snacks.

 

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Keesler AFB Exchange Opens New Retail Space for Troops

By Keiana Holleman / April 11, 2023 /

The Keesler Air Force Base Exchange moved its Gulfport Air National Guard troop store into a renovated space, giving Airmen and trainees transitioning through the Gulfport Combat Readiness Training Center a new and upgraded shopping experience.

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Installation Renaming: Learn About the Hero Behind Fort Barfoot 

By Robert Philpot / April 11, 2023 /

The post was renamed in honor of Col. Van. T. Barfoot, who enlisted in 1940 and received the Medal of Honor for his service during World War II.

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127 Years of Family Serving Family: Aubrey Bartlett, Systems Administrator, HQ

By Keiana Holleman / April 10, 2023 /

The IT associate has been at HQ since 2011, but he started at the Exchange as a Class Six associate.

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From the MSM/GM Conference: Parting Remarks from the Director/CEO and COO

By Robert Philpot / April 7, 2023 /

Director/CEO Tom Shull and Executive Vice President/COO Jason Rosenberg each delivered uplifiting, grateful messages at the conclusion of the first MSM/GM Conference in four years.

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From MSM/GM: Chef Robert Irvine on What It Means to Take Care of People

By Robert Philpot / April 7, 2023 /

During a live “Chief Chat” at the 2023 MSM/GM Conference, celebrity chef Robert Irvine illustrated what it means to take care of people—and then tied the anecdote to the Exchange’s support for the military.

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Watch now! Wrap-up Video From MSM/GM Conference and More!

By The Exchange Post / April 6, 2023 /

Watch three videos from the MSM/GM Conference.

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