{"id":4625,"date":"2019-11-15T17:49:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-15T17:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=4625"},"modified":"2019-11-15T17:50:36","modified_gmt":"2019-11-15T17:50:36","slug":"meet-the-xkids-the-army-air-force-exchange-services-kid-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2019\/11\/15\/meet-the-xkids-the-army-air-force-exchange-services-kid-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the XKids\u2014the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s Kid Experts"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"DALLAS<\/strong> \u2014 The Army & Air Force Exchange Service has enlisted a team of young experts to share the joy of toys this holiday season and beyond.<\/p>\n

The XKids\u2014a group of 13 kids from 3 to 12\u2014tested and rated the hottest toys of the season.<\/a> Their recommendations are highlighted throughout the Exchange\u2019s Toy Book and their special page on the Community Hub.<\/p>\n

The XKids HUB is a fun place for military children to get to know each XKid, watch videos and download activity sheets. The kids have debuted on the Exchange\u2019s social media channels too, and their picks can be easily purchased at ShopMyExchange.com\/XKids<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Exchange is excited for Airmen, Soldiers and military shoppers to get to know the XKids,\u201d said Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, the Exchange\u2019s senior enlisted advisor. \u201cWe\u2019ve assembled a terrific group of boys and girls from a variety of backgrounds. This program truly allows the Exchange family to share with military families.\u201d<\/p>\n

After the holidays, XKids plan to continue the fun throughout the year.<\/p>\n

Military families can meet the XKids and find out more at ShopMyExchange.com\/XKids<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Facebook-friendly version<\/strong>: Stuck on gift ideas this holiday season? Let the Army & Air Force Exchange Service\u2019s XKids help. Read more: https:\/\/wp.me\/p9Q7PG-1cB<\/a><\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen 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 62nd-largest retailer in the United States. Its earnings provided $2.3 billion in dividends to support military morale, welfare and recreation programs over the last 10 years. 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<\/a> or follow us on Twitter at https:\/\/twitter.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Gabriela Moore, 214-312-6514, or mooreag@aafes.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u00a0 www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u00a0 https:\/\/twitter.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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