Family Serving Family

Veteran for Life:
Sheri Rinker

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Army 1991-1999 From uniform to civilian attire, I bring a unique perspective and dedication, not only to the Exchange, but to all our brothers and sisters in arms, either on the home front or at the tip of the spear. It is an honor to still serve right along with our service men and…

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Veteran for Life:
James E. Slack

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Army 1967-2005 Cannon Crewmember/Hercules Missile Crew Member/Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Still serving proudly; forever forward. I supervised and participated in coordinating and implementing of training programs, administrative matters and communication activities. I also provided technical and tactical guidance to lower and higher-grade Soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties by implemeneting a development program for…

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Veteran for Life:
Brad Nisbitt

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Army 1997-2005 Avenger Crewmember, ADA Bradley A. Nisbett’s service to our great Nation began in 1997 after graduating high school into the to the Delayed Entry Program. In January 1998, he conducted basic training in Fort Sill, Okla., and continued his military schooling advanced individual training in Fort Bliss, Texas. He then PCS’d to Germany…

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Veteran for Life:
Zoe C. Gilmore

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Army 1990-2015 Geospatial Analyst/Recruiter I started my military career in 1990, and also began my seasonal career with the Exchange in 1992. Due to these paralleled, yet unique, experiences from both a customer-facing and serving customers’ perspective, I am able to provide invaluable insight to our organization, which positively impacts our business initiatives. I…

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Veteran for Life:
Fernando Cogley

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Air Force 2008-Present Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman Coming from a military family it was a matter of time before I joined the military. Since I was a little kid my head was in the sky watching how fighter jets and helicopters train when I went with my dad to his base. It was a matter…

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Veteran for Life:
Roland Bombase

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Air Force 1992-2013 F-15 Avionics Specialist Technician After 21 years working the F-15 Eagle from various assignments and deployments, I know what the maintainers, especially our Gunfighters of the 366th Fighter Wing, and their families go through. I try to provide them with their wants and needs the best way I can while working…

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Veteran for Life:
Sarah S. Woods

By Mario Baltierra / November 1, 2017 /

U.S. Army National Guard 1992 – 2000 Light Wheel Vehicle Mechanic I joined the military to gain disciple and have them pay for my college. During my years of service, I’ve meet many new people, gained the discipline I was searching for and graduated from college. I joined the Army National Guard while I was…

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Exchange Team Shows Heart and Resilience in the Wake of Devastating Hurricanes

By Robert Philpot / October 5, 2017 /

Exchange capabilities and steadfast support have been on display in the past few months as our Nation has faced three devastating hurricanes, almost back to back.

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Patrick Air Force Base Exchange Store Manager Tamala McCoy presents Exchange leaders with special Patrick AFB coins to show appreciation for their visit after Hurricane Irma tore through the area. With McCoy, from left, are Director/CEO Tom Shull; Chief Operating Officer Dave Nelson; Aide to the CEO Sean Applegate; and Patrick Exchange General Manager James Clark.

‘I Can’t Thank You Enough For Holding Everything Together’

By Julie Mitchell / October 1, 2017 /

When civilian stores and restaurants in Hurricane Irma’s path closed or ran out of essentials, Exchanges across Florida were typically the last to close and the first to reopen, highlighting the organization’s  unique capabilities and tireless dedication to serving those who serve.

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Family Serving Family: From Airman to Exchange Associate: ‘It Just Fits’

By Robert Philpot / October 1, 2017 /

Marcia Rhodes came home when she came to work at the Exchange.

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