Exchange Shines Spotlight on Diversity Efforts with Custom Trailer Designs

AAPEX trailer imageDALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is taking its commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce to the streets with custom back-door trailer designs spotlighting the organization’s affinity groups for associates.

The back panels of eight trailers will each showcase a different Exchange Special Emphasis Program. The programs promote a positive workplace culture where associates at all levels with different backgrounds, lifestyles and abilities are respected and given the opportunity to succeed. The Exchange SEPs also provide mentorship opportunities, champion associate issues and connect associates worldwide.

“The military is a diverse community, and it’s important that the Exchange family reflects that diversity,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Osby, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “Diversity and inclusion efforts like the Special Emphasis Programs strengthen our team, which helps the Exchange better care for the service members, families, retirees and Veterans we are honored to serve.”

BRIDGE trailer imageThe Exchange SEPs support its diverse communities, with programs celebrating:

  • Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage
  • Disabilities employment awareness
  • African American heritage
  • LGBTQ+ pride
  • Military Veterans and family members
  • Hispanic heritage
  • American Indian and Alaska Native heritage
  • Women’s employment opportunities

The trailer supporting associates with disabilities debuted in October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The African American heritage trailer hit the road in February, in honor of Black History Month. The remaining trailers will roll out throughout the year.

The trailer designs also feature a callout to visit ApplyMyExchange.com to explore a career with the Exchange. The Exchange is committed to hiring and retaining diverse teammates worldwide.

Facebook-friendly version: @shopmyexchange is taking its commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce to the streets with custom trailer designs spotlighting the organization’s Special Emphasis Programs, which promote a positive workplace culture where associates at all levels with different backgrounds, lifestyles and abilities are respected and given the opportunity to succeed. Find out more about the trailers and how to start your career at the Exchange: https://wp.me/p9Q7PG-1Zp.

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 54th-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.4 billion in earnings for critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http://www.shopmyexchange.com or follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ExchangePAO.

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Media Notes:

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marisa Conner at 214-312-5111 or [email protected].

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