Robert Philpot

Presidio of Monterey Exchange associate Richard Alonzo at his 55th work anniversary celebration, holding years-of-service certificiates.

POM Associate Celebrates 55 Years With the Exchange

By Robert Philpot / July 16, 2024 /

The Army Veteran joined the Exchange in March 1969, when he was 27 years old. His teammates threw him a surprise 55th-anniversary party this year.

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ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / July 12, 2024 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: We Go Where You Go—The Exchange in Thailand

By Robert Philpot / July 12, 2024 /

The Exchange operated in Thailand during the Vietnam War. Elephants, Santa and an astronaut visited.

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Shull Recognizes London Embassy, KMCC BX and Germersheim Distribution Center Associates

By Robert Philpot / July 8, 2024 /

The Europe visit also included the retirement ceremony for COL Donnie “Don” Nowlin, the Exchange’s Europe/Southwest Asia/Africa commander.

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Remembering Martha Robuck, Vice President of Consumables

By Robert Philpot / July 1, 2024 /

Family and Exchange teammates pay tribute to Robuck, a 17-year associate who passed away May 26.

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ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / June 28, 2024 /

ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: Remembering Maj. Gen. Albin G. Wheeler, 1991-’93 Exchange Commander

By Robert Philpot / June 28, 2024 /

Wheeler, who was also AAFES-Europe commander from 1983 to 1983, passed away June 10.

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Retiring Europe/SWA Commander Col. Donnie Nowlin Looks Back on ‘Fascinating’ 3 Years With the Exchange

By Robert Philpot / June 27, 2024 /

As the region’s commander, Nowlin is responsible for nearly 4,300 associates in 25 countries across three continents, in more than 1,400 facilities that support half a million customers. That responsibility is drawing to a close as Nowlin prepares to retire from the Army this summer.

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ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

By Robert Philpot / June 21, 2024 /

In case you missed it, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.

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#FlashbackFriday: 1994—The First Exchange-Operated Dental Office Opens

By Robert Philpot / June 21, 2024 /

Fairbanks Dental Clinic, which opened at what was then Fort Hood, increased convenience for military families who previously had to go off-post for routine care.

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