Orisha Spence

128 Years of Family Serving Family: Jessica Provan, KMCC Exchange

By Orisha Spence / September 5, 2023 /

“Learning about the sacrifices a military family makes had a significant impact on me and my career,” says main store manager of the KMCC Exchange at Ramstein Air Base.

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128 Years of Family Serving Family: Angela Peasley, IT Field Support Manager, Europe/SWA

By Orisha Spence / August 8, 2023 /

“I like working for the Exchange because I can give back to those who are serving and their families. Even though I didn’t join the military myself, at least I can honor those that serve in my own way.

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128 Years of Family Serving Family: Stanley Brooks, Wiesbaden Exchange

By Orisha Spence / August 1, 2023 /

After serving in the Army for 10 years, Brooks came to the Exchange in 1993. ““The best part about working for the Exchange is that I get the opportunity to go to different places and help make the Soldiers happy,” he says.

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Dunkin’ Opens at Hohenfels, Bringing a Long-Awaited Coffee Shop to the Community

By Orisha Spence / July 13, 2023 /

“I am truly thrilled to have Dunkin’ here in Hohenfels,” said Staff Sgt. Jonathan Lujan of the 1-4 Infantry Regiment. “We have been wanting a coffee spot for so long and now you guys are bringing my favorite, Dunkin’! Thank you so much!”

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With Nearly 60 Years of Service, KMCC Associate ‘Brightens Up a Room’

By Orisha Spence / July 6, 2023 /

During her 59 years at the Exchange, Kaiserslautern Military Community Center Human Resources assistant Antje Zirkel, the Exchange’s longest-serving associate, has seen a lot of history—including the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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Aviano Associate Earns Hero Award for Life-Saving Actions

By Orisha Spence / June 27, 2023 /

Stockroom Manager Aaron Stone’s quick thinking and first-aid training helped a longtime teammate during a life-threatening situation.

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127 Years of Family Serving Family: Neal Smart, Lakenheath

By Orisha Spence / June 26, 2023 /

“I took a job with the Exchange to get back into the community I knew. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made.”

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Wiesbaden PX, the Global Connection Winner, Unites its Community

By Orisha Spence / June 22, 2023 /

For the USAG Wiesbaden Exchange, the team’s commitment to diversity and inclusion paid off—for the world to see.

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Kosovo-based GM: ‘My Family Is An Exchange Family’ (Including Father, Siblings and Daughters)

By Orisha Spence / June 21, 2023 /

Vicenza native Gino Rakas was inspired by his family to work for the Exchange … and in turn, he inspired his children to work for the organization.

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Exchange Rodeo Provides Essentials for 101st Airborne Soldiers in Romania

By Orisha Spence / June 13, 2023 /

101st Airborne Soldiers were ecstatic when they learned that the Exchange was coming to Smardan, Romania, in early May to provide drinks, snacks toiletries and other essentials.

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