Bringing Legal Expertise to the Exchange Mission

One in a series highlighting service members assigned to the Exchange.

Who he is: Air Force Lt. Col. Jason Robert Hull, Judge Advocate General (JAG), currently supporting the Exchange Europe/SWA/Africa Region.

His role at the Exchange: Hull has been with the Exchange since August 2025, but he’s already diving deep into the legal framework and organizational structure that sets the Exchange apart. He brings nearly two decades of military experience to navigate the complex legal landscape behind the Exchange’s global operations.

“Learning about the legal intricacies of this new and unique organization has been my favorite part so far,” Hull said. “There’s a lot under the surface that makes this mission work, and it’s been rewarding to explore that.”

Why he joined the Air Force: Hull, who has served for 19 years, didn’t join the military right out of school, but made the decision after beginning a civilian legal career.

“At the time I applied to serve, I was just making a paycheck,” Hull said. “But I felt this intangible desire to do more, to be part of something bigger than myself.”

With a law degree in hand, he saw the Air Force as an opportunity to use his skills in meaningful ways, supporting military operations and serving his country in a capacity that went beyond personal ambition.

“I wanted to put my law degree to work in service to my country in a job that would be intrinsically rewarding,” he said. “The Air Force has truly afforded me that opportunity.”

What he does in the Air Force: As a JAG, Hull provides legal counsel and ensures the Air Force’s operations stay within the bounds of U.S. and international law. From military justice to operational law, he helps commanders make sound, lawful decisions that affect Airmen and missions worldwide.

Memories of Exchange support: Hull’s connection to the Exchange goes back to his time deployed in Iraq.

“When I was deployed, the AAFES facilities on base were one of the few places that helped bring ‘home’ to the field,” he said. “Walking into one of those facilities brought a smile to my face; those small comforts mattered.

“Whether it was picking up a familiar snack or just having a space that felt less like a deployment zone and more like normal life, the Exchange has played a powerful role in maintaining morale within my unit and with me.”

Favorite experiences while working with the Exchange: Even in his short time with the Exchange, Hull has had moments that stood out, particularly a visit to one of the organization’s key logistical hubs.

“Getting to see the distribution center in Germersheim, Germany, was truly impressive,” Hull said. “It gave me a new appreciation for the scale and efficiency behind how we get goods into the hands of service members around the world.”

The future: Hull sees his role as just beginning.

“I’ve only just started, so hopefully the best is yet to come,” he said. “I’m looking forward to learning more and continuing to contribute to a mission that directly supports the lives of our military community.”

What family serving family means to him:

“To me, it means the folks at AAFES approach their support to our military members as a family,” he said. “They strive to ensure the services they provide are what they would expect to be provided to their own family members.”

It’s that mindset, he said, that makes all the difference in how the Exchange fulfills its mission, one service member, one small comfort and one smile at a time.