Robert Philpot

The grand opening in Zagan, Poland.

Dynamic OCONUS Achievements

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

The Europe/SWA region, Pacific Region and their contingency planners underscore the Exchange’s relevancy to military readiness and resiliency. Veteran Exchange managers Jason Rosenberg and Karin Duncan are heading the Europe/SWA and Pacific regions respectively as senior vice presidents. In other words, the regions are in good hands.

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Customer Experience is Key for SVP Karen Cardin

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

The eCommerce/customer experience team consists of the e-commerce store functions and the omni-channel marketing functions for the Exchange. It is paramount for customers to have the same seamless and frictionless experience no matter how they shop—brick and mortar, website or mobile.

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Exchange Ranked One of Best for Vets

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

For the fourth straight year,  Military Times has named the Exchange as one of the best places for Veterans to work. Check out the Best for Vets: Employers 2017 rankings. The rankings recognize organizations like the Exchange for commitment to providing opportunities to America’s Veterans. This is an honor and demonstrates our commitment to those…

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VAN METER, Iowa (April 24, 2009) More than 500 veterans who escorted the unclaimed remains of seven Iowa veterans to their final resting place at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery line the procession route with American flags after providing a motorcycle escort for the remains. The ceremony coincided with Des Moines Navy Week, one of 22 Navy Weeks planned across America in 2009. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a significant Navy presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Gary Ward/Released)

VetVerify.org Goes Viral on June 5

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

“Like” then “share” to maximize the exposure of these informational posts in social media channels.

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Young customer Kent receives his dream birthday cake plus a special surprise.

Express Team Makes Dream Come True for Young Customer

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

Kent, a young special needs customer, spent months eyeing the cake book at Germany’s Ramstein AB Express, dreaming of his birthday cake. When Kent’s special day finally arrived, Kent’s mom, Rebecca, went to the Express to pick up a previously ordered Lightning McQueen birthday cake.

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Tent, Trailer, Bazaar or Extended Hours—All Bases Covered in Pacific Region Exercises

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

The Contingency and Pacific Region teams are busy throughout the year supporting Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors and Marines in operations and exercises from Guam to Korea.

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2015 Exchange Annual Report Wins Design Award

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

The Corporate Communication team added another accolade to its growing list of Graphic Design USA, American Inhouse Design Awards. Sandi Lute, chief of communications and public affairs; Johnny Olson, corporate communication manager; Steve Smith, corporate communication editor/historian; and Ryan Smith, corporate communication writer/editor, were recognized for creation, design and writing of the Exchange 2015 Annual…

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Wounded Warrior Hires Reach Milestone

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

The Exchange reached an important milestone this spring—the hiring of its 1,000th Wounded Warrior since 2010.

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Always Available — eBenefits

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

Active associates, eBenefits is available right at the tips of your fingers.

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Going on Vacation? Don’t Let Your Lab Tests Slide by the Wayside

By Robert Philpot / June 1, 2017 /

Summer means vacation time and travel. If your doctor has ordered lab tests, it’s important to stay on track. This is true whether you’re at home or traveling. Aetna’s preferred national lab, Quest Diagnostics, makes it easy. Locations anywhere You can go for a test even while traveling at Quest’s more than 2,200 patient service…

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