ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

July 18, 2025

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

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#FlashbackFriday: Evolution of the Exchange—Post Traders and Canteens

July 18, 2025

After abolishing the sutler system in 1866, Congress authorized the establishment of post traders in 1867. Also in the late 19th century, officers at installations without post traders started social clubs called canteens. Both were precursors of the Exchange.

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JBLM Unveils $2.8 Million Upgrade to North Express

July 17, 2025

The upgraded Express features nearly 9,020 square feet of interior shopping space as well as Joint Base Lewis-McChord’s first Chopz restaurant, its second Hot Stuff Kitchen, third Hunt Brothers Pizza and more.

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130 Years of Family Serving Family: Robert Chavis, Vilseck Rose Barracks

July 17, 2025

Not only is the Rose Barracks food court manager and 29-year associate a proud Army Veteran, but his commitment to service has never wavered since he hung up his uniform.

Misawa AB Cuts Ribbon on Hunt Brothers Pizza

July 16, 2025

Airmen and families at Misawa have a new place to grab a slice of home.

130 Years of Family Serving Family: Clifton Keen, Fort Rucker

July 15, 2025

The Triangle Express shift manager served 26½ years in the Army—and has served those who serve for 20 years at the Exchange.

Exchange Rises to 51st-Largest Retailer in U.S.

July 15, 2025

This is a notch above last year’s ranking, and it could not have happened without your dedication to serving those who serve and have served.

Connection With Customers Defines Fort Lee Associate’s 45 Years of Service

July 14, 2025

““When [customers] come into the store, they say, ‘Ms. Sau, I missed you. You make my day,'” says Sau Campbell, a Fort Lee Express customer experience associate who has spent most of her career at Fort Lee. “It makes me feel good hearing them say that.”

The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

July 11, 2025

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

#FlashbackFriday: The Evolution of the Exchange—Sutlers

July 11, 2025

On July 25, the Exchange will celebrate its 130th anniversary. But the seeds for what became the Exchange were sown more than 100 years before 1895.

HR Pumps Up Its Game Plan for Bench Building

February 28, 2023

Building the bench—identifying associates who have leadership potential and preparing them for the future—is a strategic focus for the Exchange’s Human Resources directorate, which is offering four new Bench Builder programs for 2023.

Kadena Exchange Hosts Under Secretary of Defense for P&R

February 27, 2023

During a visit this month by the Honorable Gilbert Cisneros Jr., Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, the Kadena BX team highlighted the Exchange’s value and commitment to delivering a taste of home to those who serve.

#FlashbackFriday: In 1944, the Exchange Arrived on a Tiny Island in the Pacific. It’s Still There.

February 24, 2023

On Feb. 25, 1944, 79 years ago this weekend, the Exchange opened a PX on an island that’s a little less than 2,000 miles from Papua New Guinea and about 2,100 miles from Hawaii, and not much gets in the way when you’re headed in either direction.

Life of Dr. Jim Skibo, Longtime Exchange Executive, Celebrated in Ceremony at HQ

February 22, 2023

Associates and Exchange retirees, as well as Dr. Skibo’s family members, attended the ceremony honoring Dr. Jim Skibo, the longtime Exchange executive who passed away Jan. 20.

Military Resale Alliance Continues a Mission That Matters

February 22, 2023

Merchandising and marketing leaders from across military resale joined forces this month to talk through plans for strengthening exchange and commissary benefits throughout 2023 through exceptional value, exclusive pricing and more.

Fort Sill Exchange Welcomes Pizza and Wings with Hunt Brothers Pizza

February 22, 2023

“The addition of Hunt Brothers Pizza on-post gives us another avenue to connect with the community,” said Fort Sill General Manager Mikel Hunter.

Exchange Opens 3rd Tattoo Shop on Military Installation at Travis AFB

February 21, 2023

The Travis Exchange celebrated the grand opening of the third tattoo shop on a military installation.

#ThrowbackThursday: February 1994—the Exchange Opened a Store at Walt Disney World

February 16, 2023

Valentine’s Day is usually associated with red, but for the Exchange, Valentine’s Day 1994 at Walt Disney World Resort was more about Shades of Green.

JBLM Exchange Cuts Ribbon on Sarku Japan in Lewis Main Food Court

February 16, 2023

The Joint Base Lewis-McChord Army & Air Force Exchange Service welcomed yet another new restaurant to their recently renovated and expanded food court.