DALLAS – Military Times has named the Army & Air Force Exchange Service a Best for Vets: Employer for the 11th year in a row, underscoring the Exchange’s commitment to creating career opportunities for Veterans, military spouses and family members.
For 2024, the Exchange achieved outstanding rankings, securing the top spot in the government agency and retail categories, as well as top recognition in Texas and the large enterprise category.
This year, the Exchange ranks #62 overall—up from #98 two years ago.
“Having been shoppers themselves, Veterans are very familiar with the Exchange mission of serving those who serve,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Richard Martinez, the Exchange’s senior enlisted advisor. “We are honored that Veterans, military spouses and family members continue to choose the Exchange for their careers, helping fulfill our mission and build a stronger community for those who serve.”
Highlights of the Exchange’s commitment to Veterans include:
- 45% of the U.S. workforce are Veterans, military spouses and family members, with more than 85% of associates connected to the military.
- Veterans working at the Exchange receive credit for their military service toward their retirement benefits, recognizing their dedication to serving our Nation.
Since 2013, the Exchange has hired more than 60,000 Veterans and military spouses, a testament to its dedication to fostering career growth within the military community.
Approximately 10% of the Exchange workforce is comprised of Veterans, and the Exchange has hired more than 2,200 Wounded Warriors since 2010.
The Exchange has earned recognition for its commitment to hiring Veterans and military spouses, including being named the 2024 No. 1 Military Friendly Spouse Employer and a Top Ten Military Friendly Employer by Viqtory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse magazines, a Best of the Best Employer by U.S. Veterans Magazine and a VETS Indexes 4-Star Employer.
Veterans interested in joining the Exchange team can explore job opportunities worldwide at ApplyMyExchange.com.
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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 52nd-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.7 billion in earnings that support the military community, including through contributions to 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 X at https://x.com/ExchangePAO.
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Media Notes:
For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Marcia Rhodes, 214-312-5004 or [email protected].
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