Marisa Conner

Photo of Krispy Kreme doughnuts rolling off bakery line at the Exchange's new Korea distribution center and bakery

From Stars and Stripes: Here’s a look inside the bakery that makes Krispy Kreme and Wonder Bread for the US military in South Korea

By Marisa Conner / November 19, 2021 /

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea — The Army and Air Force Exchange Service celebrated the grand opening Friday of a new bakery that produces American-brand goods like Wonder Bread and Krispy Kreme doughnuts in South Korea. The 255,800-square-foot Korea Distribution Center at Camp Humphreys, which actually began operating late last year, is AAFES’ largest product center…

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Ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Korea Distribution Center and bakery grand opening

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Celebrates Opening of New USAG Humphreys Distribution Center, Bakery

By Marisa Conner / November 19, 2021 /

U.S. ARMY GARRISON HUMPHREYS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service launched a new era of service and support for the Pacific military community with the unveiling of a new distribution center and bakery at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys. Exchange Director/CEO Tom Shull, Eighth Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Willard Burleson, Exchange Chief Operating…

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2022 Military Friendly Top 10 Spouse Employer and Military Friendly Employer Silver Award seals, with photos of Exchange Veteran and military spouse associates

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Recognized as 2022 Military Friendly® Employer, Spouse Employer

By Marisa Conner / November 18, 2021 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service was designated a Top 10 Military Friendly® Spouse Employer among companies $5 billion or larger for 2022 by VIQTORY, publisher of Military Spouse and G.I. Jobs magazines. The recognition was the 10th earned by the Department of Defense retailer, which also earned its 12th Military Friendly®…

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Exchange Named 2021 Best for Vets: Employer

Army & Air Force Exchange Service Earns Eighth Consecutive Recognition as Best for Vets: Employer

By Marisa Conner / November 9, 2021 /

DALLAS – Military Times has named the Army & Air Force Exchange Service a Best for Vets: Employer for the eighth year in a row. The Department of Defense’s largest retailer, which earlier this year surpassed its goal to hire 50,000 Veterans and military spouses, is one of 161 companies to earn a place on…

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MILITARY STAR Your Holiday Bill On Us Sweepstakes

MILITARY STAR Brings Holiday Cheer with its 8th Annual Your Holiday Bill Is on Us Sweepstakes

By Marisa Conner / October 26, 2021 /

40 military shoppers will receive prizes from $500 to entire MILITARY STAR balance paid in full DALLAS – For most shoppers, having their credit card bill paid in full would probably be the top of their holiday wish list, and MILITARY STAR® is making those wishes come true with its 8th annual Your Holiday Bill…

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From left, Fort Stewart Exchange General Manager Hollie Morales, Garrison Commander Col. Manuel Ramirez, DOCS Dental owner and CEO Dr. Lawrence Caplin and actress and entrepreneur Angela Simmons cut the ribbon on a new DOCS dental office at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service furniture store mini mall.

Fort Stewart Community Can Keep Smiles Bright with Opening of Exchange DOCS Dental Office

By Marisa Conner / October 25, 2021 /

FORT STEWART – Fort Stewart retirees and military families can keep their smiles bright without having to go off-post thanks to the opening of a DOCS dental office at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service furniture store mini mall. Fort Stewart Garrison Commander Col. Manuel Ramirez and a special celebrity guest, actress and entrepreneur…

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Exchange Shoppers Can Manage Holiday Budgets with MILITARY STAR Fixed Payment Plans

By Marisa Conner / October 19, 2021 /

DALLAS – Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can complete their holiday shopping while sticking to their budgets by using the MILITARY STAR® card’s fixed payment plans. The MILITARY STAR Pay Your Way plans allow shoppers to buy now and pay later by offering fixed monthly payments at a reduced APR of 9.99%. The…

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Kadena Marine Veteran Named Exchange’s 2021 Outstanding Associate with a Disability

By Marisa Conner / October 7, 2021 /

DALLAS – A Veteran at Kadena Air Base was named the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s 2021 Department of Defense Outstanding Employee with a Disability. Mark Stopani served his country in the Marine Corps for six years—and has spent the last 18 years continuing his service to the military at the Kadena Exchange, where…

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‘Exchanges on Wheels’ in High Demand as Military Installations Welcome Afghan Guests

By Marisa Conner / September 30, 2021 /

DALLAS – At a moment’s notice, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service can bring the comforts of home to Warfighters deployed anywhere in the world. The Department of Defense retailer uses mobile field Exchanges (MFEs)—53-foot stores on wheels packed with snacks, beverages and hygiene products—to quickly support emerging mission needs, a capability that has…

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Exchange Giving Away the Hottest Toys to Military Kids in Fall Sweepstakes

By Marisa Conner / September 27, 2021 /

DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service and Hasbro are working together to put the hottest toys in the hands of military kids this fall. Beginning in October, the Exchange is giving away Nerf, Marvel, Play-Doh and board game prizes in four sweepstakes: Nerf sweepstakes – Enter from Oct. 1 to Oct. 7…

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