The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

May 2, 2025

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

#FlashbackFriday: 1988—the First Frank’s Franks Opens

May 2, 2025

The hot-dog stand, which had locations worldwide, was an Exchange-exclusive restaurant that evolved from earlier hot-dog stands.

Exchange Expanding The Home Depot Assortment Beyond Major Appliances

May 1, 2025

Authorized Exchange shoppers in CONUS can now access The Home Depot’s branded online page at ShopMyExchange.com. The expanded assortment includes power tool sets, outdoor power equipment, grills, garden tools, ceiling fans and much more.

Exchange Protection Plan Award Winners Announced

May 1, 2025

First-, second- and third-place winners were chosen for achieving the highest attachment rates. One store achieved a 21.64% attach rate.

Exchange Celebrates Top Vendors With Force Multiplier Awards

May 1, 2025

Merchandising recognized vendors in Hardlines, Softlines and Consumables categories; SFD recognized three restaurants and two concessions.

Words From the Director/CEO: Force Multipliers for Mission Success in 2025

April 30, 2025

The Exchange’s 2025 priorities are fully focused on maintaining the family, sustaining the family and investing in the family—being there with service members and their families, and making sure that they have the support required to achieve success.

We Go Where You Go: Watch a New ‘Tip of the Spear’ Video

April 30, 2025

See how the Exchange lived up to its “We Go Where You Go” motto in 2024.

Top Winner, Four Main Store Winners Announced in Exchange Safety Awards

April 29, 2025

The Robins/Moody Exchange was the top winner in the Exchange Safety Awards, which were announced this week. The awards are presented to the Exchange and the main stores in four categories with the highest reduction in recordable accidents compared with the previous year. This award honors the work that management and associates do in making…

Exchange Credit Program Announces 2024 MILITARY STAR® Challenge Cup Winners

April 29, 2025

The top store for the year earned a $1,000 prize and the coveted Challenge Cup.

Service eLITe Champion Award, UROC Award Honor Top Exchanges in Services Operations and Food

April 29, 2025

The awards went to Exchanges who excel at serving those who serve and providing tastes of home.

Fort Leavenworth Associates Volunteer to Support Afghan Guests

November 16, 2021

Three Fort Leavenworth Exchange Service associates volunteered with Operation Allies Welcome, also known as Operation Allies Refuge, to aid Afghan guests at Fort McCoy, Wis., in September and October. Former Fort Leavenworth PX associate and now active-duty 2nd Lt. Dominiq Jones, Fort Leavenworth PX Administrative Assistant Stephanie Rivera and Fort Leavenworth PX Shift Assistant Courtney…

The Exchange and DeCA Partner to Help Soldiers and Marines with Commissary on Wheels

November 15, 2021

On Oct. 15 and 16, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service and the Defense Commissary Agency partnered together to bring the groceries to Camp Hansen with a Commissary on Wheels event in the Camp Hansen Exchange’s concession area,

ICYMI: The Week That Was in the Exchange Post

November 12, 2021

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

On Veterans Day, Exchange Salutes Heroes With Special Challenge Coin

November 12, 2021

Exchange stores around the world honored our Nation’s heroes on Veterans Day with a challenge coin giveaway.

Calling All Creatives! Exchange Health and Safety Office Seeks Submissions for Annual Motto Contest

November 12, 2021

Do you have a knack for words? Put your creativity to work! The Exchange Health and Safety office is looking for a new motto.

Four Years After Benefit Launched, Veterans for Life Save with ShopMyExchange.com

November 10, 2021

Since they were granted access to ShopMyExchange.com on Veterans Day 2017, more than 275,000 Veterans have used their lifelong benefit, which offers tax-free shopping and military-exclusive pricing.

JBLM Exchange Adds Touch of Beauty with MAC Cosmetics

November 10, 2021

Exchange leaders cut the ribbon on the store, which offers makeup and skincare products, Nov. 4.

Exchange Earns Eighth Consecutive Recognition as Best for Vets: Employer

November 9, 2021

The Exchange earned the ranking in recognition of its programs to attract and retain Veterans, inclusive hiring practices and more.

‘All of You Have Gone the Extra Mile to Make Humphreys Home’: Associates Recognized for Role in Completing Korea Exchange Transformation

November 9, 2021

After nine years, the Korea Exchange transformation is complete. And Exchange senior leaders are honoring those whose hard work and determination made the transformation possible.

Exchange Brand Marketing Scores Big Win at Inaugural Commanders’ Classic

November 8, 2021

The first Army/Air Game at a neutral location since 1965 ended in a thrilling 21-14 overtime victory for the Army Black Knights, maximizing brand exposure for the Exchange this past weekend.