MSG Caleb Barrieau

Strengthening Ties: Exchange, DeCA Senior Leaders Tour Gruenstadt Bakery

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / October 2, 2024 /

The Exchange recently hosted Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) Senior Enlisted Advisor Master Gunnery Sgt. Anthony D. Polk during a tour of its Gruenstadt bakery. Sgt. Maj. Ashley N. Ikegwuonu, the Exchange’s Europe/Africa/Southwest Asia senior enlisted advisor, accompanied Polk. This was the first visit to the Gruenstadt plant for both senior leaders.

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New Restaurant Brings Fresh Mediterranean Flavors to Katterbach Army Base

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / September 26, 2024 /

Erdinc Gyros House is the latest in a long-running tradition from its owner’s family, which has served Mediterranean cuisine at U.S. military bases across Germany for more than 25 years.

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‘I’m incredibly excited to start this new chapter’

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / September 5, 2024 /

SGM Ikegwuonu serves as a key liaison between Exchange leadership, local commands and the military community in the region.

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New Europe/SWA/Africa Commander Gets a Look at Vital Operations at Germersheim DC

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / August 21, 2024 /

Col. Everett “Bud” Lacroix praised the distribution center team’s commitment and noted their critical role in supporting military operations.

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Exterior of Camp Bondsteel Exchange building in 2024.

Camp Bondsteel Exchange Celebrates 25th Anniversary Amid NATO Mission’s Milestone

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / August 19, 2024 /

Nestled amid the serene landscapes of the Balkans, Camp Bondsteel has stood as a symbol of resilience and commitment, providing crucial support to the NATO-led Kosovo Force (KFOR) mission.

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Exchange Welcomes New Commander for Europe, Southwest Asia, Africa

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / August 13, 2024 /

As the region’s commander, Lacroix is responsible for about 4,300 associates in more than 25 countries across three continents and 1,400 facilities, which support half a million customers.

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‘This has hands-down been the greatest experience.’

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / August 7, 2024 /

Though only with the Exchange since 2023, he has served as a key liaison between Exchange leadership and local commands, a role he quickly immersed himself in.

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Troops in Romani line up for a screening of "Deadpool & Wolverine"

Exchange, The Walt Disney Company Screen Pre-release of Marvel Studios’ ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ for Troops in Romania, Lithuania

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / August 6, 2024 /

Deployed troops at two pivotal NATO military installations were treated to an exclusive preview of the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ahead of its U.S. release.

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Pulaski Express store manager Ashlee Destajo in front of Hot Stuff Kitchen display.

Hot Stuff Cooking in the Kitchen: Expresses in Europe Get New Flavor

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / July 24, 2024 /

The Exchange’s newest quick-serve restaurant has been opening at Expresses across Europe, where customer response has been strong to the latest tastes of home.

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129 Years of Family Serving Family: Willy Rech standing in front of bookcase.

129 Years of Family Serving Family: Wilfried ‘Willy’ Rech, Europe Region

By MSG Caleb Barrieau / July 23, 2024 /

The chief of the Exchange’s German & International Law Branch came to the Exchange in 1988 and will retire at the end of July.

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