Marcia Rhodes

#WhereHeroesWork Video: Brian Smith, KMC Exchange

By Marcia Rhodes / October 2, 2024 /

“I see the impact to the Soldiers when we’re downrange,” says Smith, who is not only an Army Veteran but has deployed several times with the Exchange. “Overseas, you have Soldiers and family members who are far away from home and don’t have access to the necessities that they’re familiar with in life. So the Exchange offers them that.”

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National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

By Marcia Rhodes / October 1, 2024 /

October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month, and it’s an important time to raise awareness about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and its impact.

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Bianca Williams, services business manager, Utah Exchange.

#WhereHeroesWork Video: Bianca Williams, Utah Exchange

By Marcia Rhodes / September 25, 2024 /

The military spouse says she enjoys connecting with vendors and developing relationships with them.

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#WhereHeroesWork Video: Anne Ottinger, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland

By Marcia Rhodes / September 18, 2024 /

The military spouse sees much positive about the Exchange, including flexibility, consistency, tuition assistance and serving the best customers in the world.

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#WhereHeroesWork Video: Zuleika Peña, Robins Air Force Base

By Marcia Rhodes / September 11, 2024 /

“‘Serving those who serve’ means to me, everyone who walks through that door is my guest,” says Peña, who knows about “We go where you go,” too: She has deployed three times.

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Employee Self Service Gets Sleek New Makeover

By Marcia Rhodes / September 9, 2024 /

After more than 20 years, the Employee Self-Service portal site (ESS) is receiving a major upgrade to transform the user experience, offering greater convenience, security and functionality.

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#WhereHeroesWork Video: Stephanie Kitchen, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

By Marcia Rhodes / September 4, 2024 /

The troop store manager enjoys chatting with those who serve and putting smiles on their faces.

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Preventing Suicide: Caring for Your Mental Health

By Marcia Rhodes / September 3, 2024 /

As we observe Suicide Prevention Month in September, the subject of suicide can often feel taboo—something people are hesitant to discuss. The silence must be broken, however, because open conversations about mental health and suicide prevention can save lives.

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#WhereHeroesWork Video: Sandra Martin, Fairchild Air Force Base

By Marcia Rhodes / August 28, 2024 /

“I have a great team … They make everybody feel at home,” says Martin, who enjoys getting to know her military customers: “It’s just one big family.”

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#WhereHeroesWork Video: Sabrina Pass, Big Red One Express Manager and Military Spouse, Fort Riley

By Marcia Rhodes / August 21, 2024 /

For Sabrina Pass, providing convenient shopping for the military community, even under unusual circumstances, is a privilege.

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