The Week That Was in the Exchange Post
ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.
Read More#FlashbackFriday: The Korean War Begins, and the Exchange is There
The Korean War began 75 years ago this week. The Exchange responded quickly, supporting troops in South Korea and Stateside. Check out some historical photos.
Read MoreNew Card Puts ‘Focus’ on Receiving Pay More Easily
The Focus Card is a Visa prepaid debit card that is available to all U.S. dollar-paid associates. Instead of receiving a paper check, associates with the card will have their pay loaded onto the card.
Read MoreFour Vendors Named Exchange Supplier of the Year for 2024
“Our suppliers of the year stand out for bringing the best tastes of home to those who serve and have served,” said Danielle Pelland, Consumables vice president.
Read More5 Express Stores Honored For Impulse Item Sales
Throughout fiscal 2024, Express stores worldwide competed in monthly competitions focused on impulse items. Here are the overall winners for the year.
Read MoreDay or Night, the Express Keeps the Benefit Relevant
Through its Express stores, the Exchange keeps its “We Go Where You Go” promise, bringing a taste of home no matter the hour.
Read MoreNellis First in the Air Force to Approve Food Trucks in Munitions Areas
After months of coordination between the Exchange, 57th Wing leadership, weapons safety experts and legal advisors, Nellis became the first base in the Department of the Air Force to formally authorize food trucks to operate within explosive hazard zones—improving the quality of life for hundreds of Airmen on the east side of the installation.
Read MoreThe Week That Was in the Exchange Post
ICYMI, here’s a look at this week’s coverage.
Read More#FlashbackFriday: A Volcano and the Philippines Exchange’s Last Days
In June 1991, Mount Pinatubo erupted, causing heavy damage at nearby Clark Air Base. It was the second-largest eruption of the 20th century.
Read MoreFort Eisenhower Troop Store Marks 1st Birthday With Hot-Dog Contest
Shift Manager Yvonne Jones designed the contest to build morale between drill sergeants and AIT Soldiers.
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ICYMI: The Week that was in the Exchange Post
This week in the Exchange Post, Director/CEO Tom Shull shared the Exchange’s vision for preserving the benefit during the COVID-19 pandemic at the American Logistics Association’s annual convention, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Leanna Lester was introduced as the first food safety officer for the Pacific Region Headquarters, energy efficiency and cyber security were highlighted, and…
Read MoreAssociates Urged to be Vigilant During Cyber Security Awareness Month
The email that arrived in Exchange inboxes Oct. 5 seemed innocuous: “Effective as of September 15th, 2020 we released an updated Employee Handbook,” began the note purported to be from human resources. “Employees” were instructed to click on a link to provide an electronic signature. But it was a trick—and a test. Anyone who clicked…
Read MoreWhite Sands Missile Range Army Veteran Wins $25,000 Exchange Shopping Spree
Army Veteran Latoya Mandas didn’t take it seriously when she pulled the tab on her lemonade and saw that she was a grand-prize winner in the Exchange’s Subway Sip. Rip. Ultimate Trip sweepstakes. But after a few moments of disbelief, it was confirmed. Mandas, a regular customer at Subway in the White Sands Missile Range…
Read MoreFort Carson Soldier Wins $10,000 Exchange Shopping Spree
Sgt. Kierra Howard’s weekly visits to the Subway paid off in a big way, and she decided to give some of her good fortune back after she won a $10,000 shopping spree in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s Subway Sip. Rip. Ultimate Trip sweepstakes. Howard, who serves in the 749th Ordnance Company at…
Read MoreAt ALA Convention, Shull Focuses on Future: ‘We Can Endure This’
Army & Air Force Exchange Service Director/CEO Tom Shull shared the Department of Defense largest retailer’s vision for preserving the benefit during the COVID-19 pandemic at the American Logistics Association’s annual convention. “Team Exchange continues to address the pandemic—and we will be ready in the face of uncertainty,” Shull told the convention’s virtual audience, which…
Read MoreLester Joins Army & Air Force Exchange Service as Food Safety Officer
The Army and Air Force Exchange Service’s Pacific Region Headquarters is welcoming Chief Warrant Officer 3 Leanna Lester as its first ever food safety officer.
Read MoreEfficient Use of Lighting and Water Spearhead Exchange Energy Conservation Methods
While October is Energy Action Month, energy efficiency is a year-round priority for the Exchange. Since 2015, energy costs are down nearly 6% across all CONUS buildings, which include distribution centers, headquarters and about 1,400 stores. Several measures have been taken to control costs, including upgrading fluorescent lighting to LEDs and installing lighting controls in…
Read MoreICYMI: The Week that was in the Exchange Post
This week in the Exchange Post, Director/CEO Tom Shull was honored by the National Defense Transportation Association, “Chief Chat” lined up an impressive array of military and celebrity guests for October and November, and 20-year associate Heidi Smith was recognized as she takes on new responsibilities in Germany. In case you missed it, here’s a…
Read MoreOctober’s Customer Shoutouts: These Associates Rock!
These associates epitomize the meaning of ‘customer service!’
Read MoreJoin the Conversation on ‘Chief Chat’ This Fall!
A special “Chief Chat” series kicks off Oct. 14 as Veterans Day approaches. “In Recognition Of” episodes will be guest-hosted by leaders from sister military exchanges and the Defense Commissary Agency.
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