Directorates/Regions

Collage of three photos: Two Exchange associates and service member outside MFE; several service members inside MFE with sandwiches on plates; shelves of personal-care products.

Support at the Tip of the Spear: Renovated MFEs Reopen in Iraq

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 23, 2025 /

“The Exchange team showed their dedication to our service members, and, in turn, all parties will benefit from the reopening of these services,” said the Base Operations Support-Integrator (BOS-I) Mayor at Erbil.

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Photo of Colette Watson and Army Lt. Col Regina Williams leaning on a military vehicle in Kuwait. Exchange sign with American flag in background.

Kuwait Connection: Deployed Associate Meets Family Friend

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 23, 2025 /

Two women, one in uniform and one in Exchange attire, found common ground In a region known more for sandstorms and supply chains.

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Photo of Chief of Cybersecurity Jesse Tobar with text: Phishing Trends and Exchange logo.

Cybercriminals Cast Wide Nets—Don’t Be the Catch

By Jesse Tobar / October 22, 2025 /

Even AI is getting into the phishing act. Here’s how to avoid taking the bait.

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Photo of Shay Smith with text: 130 Years of Family Serving Family

130 Years of Family Serving Family: Shequella ‘Shay’ Smith, Fort Bragg (w/video)

By Zach Wright / October 21, 2025 /

The Glider Express shift manager has brought her heart to every job she’s had in her 13 years with the Exchange.

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Boots on the Ground: Lt. Col. Jason Robert Hull Brings Legal Expertise to the Exchange Mission

Bringing Legal Expertise to the Exchange Mission

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 21, 2025 /

Hull has been with the Exchange only a couple of months, but he brings nearly two decades of military experience to navigate the complex legal landscape behind the organization’s global operations.

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Diamond sign with text: Health & Safety Motto 2026. Truck cab in background.

Safety Starts With You: Enter Your 2026 Motto Today!

By SSgt Marco A. Gomez / October 20, 2025 /

Deadline for entry is Nov. 7.

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Photo of COL (R) Fred Hannah, SVP, Supply Chain, with text: LINK: Leaders Inspiring Networks & Knowledge.

Supply Chain, Operations SVP Talks Agility and Collaboration in Leadership

By Travis Day / October 20, 2025 /

“True leadership isn’t about controlling every outcome—it’s about equipping people to adapt, learn and grow together,” retired Army COL Fred Hannah said during his LINK presentation.

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Exchange Opens First Food Truck in Poland, Bringing a Taste of Home

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 16, 2025 /

In a significant step toward enhancing Quality of Life at remote locations, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service celebrated the grand opening of its first food truck in Poland.

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Photo of Exchange Assistant Inspector General Ashley K. Guerra, with American flagt in background.

IG Does Not Share Your Info Without Your Permission

By Ashley K. Guerra / October 16, 2025 /

At the Exchange IG office, every complaint is taken seriously and overseen with professionalism and care.

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Photo of Jesse Tobar, Exchange Chief of Cybersecurity, with Cybersecurity Awareness Month graphic.

That Awkward Moment When Your Data Leaks…What’s Next?

By Jesse Tobar / October 15, 2025 /

First, don’t panic. Then, take these steps.

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