DALLAS – For the 17th consecutive year, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has been named a top Latina employer by LATINA Style magazine.
The LATINA Style 50 Report recognizes the Nation’s top 50 employers committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting Latinas.
The Department of Defense’s largest retailer will be recognized during the LATINA Style 50 Awards Ceremony & Diversity Leaders Conference in Washington, D.C., in May.
“Being recognized by Latina Style is an incredible affirmation of our commitment to advance the careers of Latinas at the Exchange,” said Vice President of Planning, Allocation and Replenishment Genny Roland, the Exchange’s highest-ranking Latina. “The recognition is a reminder that our efforts have the power to inspire and make a meaningful impact as the Exchange provides opportunities for all.”
Latinas make up more than 9% of the Exchange’s 26,000-strong workforce. The Exchange is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce, including Veterans and military spouses, to serve military communities across the world.
During the last 12 months, Latinas made up 66% of promotions at the executive level. Additionally, the Exchange’s special emphasis program Hispanic Outreach, Leadership and Awareness (¡HOLA!) drives professional development and educating the workforce.
To explore careers with the Exchange, including jobs for Veterans and military spouses, visit 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 54th-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.5 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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