{"id":12512,"date":"2026-07-07T08:59:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:59:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=12512"},"modified":"2026-07-09T09:00:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T14:00:33","slug":"camp-zama-exchange-named-among-best-in-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2026\/07\/07\/camp-zama-exchange-named-among-best-in-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Camp Zama Exchange Named Among Best in the World"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>CAMP ZAMA \u2013 <\/strong>The Camp Zama Exchange is among the best in the world, <a href=\"https:\/\/flic.kr\/p\/2smoNDb\">earning the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s highest honor<\/a>, the Director\/CEO Cup.<\/p>\n<p>Director\/CEO Brad Bingham, President and Chief Operating Officer Marla Randolph and Senior Enlisted Advisor Chief Master Sgt. Rich Martinez presented the award to Camp Zama Exchange leaders during the Department of War retailer\u2019s managers conference June 28.<\/p>\n<p>The Exchange is a vital hub, supporting the community through Meet-the-Manager events, newcomer orientations with Army Community Service and the You Made the Grade program, which awarded more than 850 gift cards for military children.<\/p>\n<p>The Camp Zama Exchange earned the award for its strong customer service, commitment to associate development and support of the military community. The team strengthened the shopping experience by improving customer satisfaction and reducing negative comments.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis award reflects the dedication of our team and commitment to serving those who serve,\u201d Camp Zama Exchange General Manager Nick Cucinello said. \u201cEvery associate had a role in strengthening the customer experience, supporting our community and making sure Soldiers and families know they can count on their Exchange benefit.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Director\/CEO Cup is awarded to one Exchange in each size category (small, medium, large and mega). The winners were selected based on evaluation of customer experience, leadership, business results, marketing efforts and community presence. The Camp Zama Exchange was the winner in the small category.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8212; 30 &#8212;<\/p>\n<p>Since 1895, the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Service 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 51st-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. \u00a0In the last 10 years, the Exchange has generated $2.4 billion in dividends to Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a nonappropriated fund entity of the Department of War and is directed by a Board of Directors. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com\">http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on X at <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/shopmyexchange\">https:\/\/x.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">###<\/p>\n<p><strong>Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Karrington Bradley at 214-312-5111 or <a href=\"mailto:bradleykar@aafes.com\">bradleykar@aafes.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n<p>Facebook:\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange\/\">www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Twitter:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Instagram: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shopmyexchange\/\">@shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CAMP ZAMA \u2013 The Camp Zama Exchange is among the best in the world, earning the Army &amp; Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s highest honor, the Director\/CEO Cup. Director\/CEO Brad Bingham, President and Chief Operating Officer Marla Randolph and Senior Enlisted Advisor Chief Master Sgt. 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