AAFES named a Best for Vets employer Published May 20, 2015 By Army & Air Force Exchange Service DALLAS -- DALLAS - The Army & Air Force Exchange Service has been named as a Best for Vets employer for 2015 by Military Times. The military publication recognized the change for its commitment to providing jobs for veterans, naming it No. 28 among the top employers of veterans. This marks the second consecutive year the Exchange has received Best for Vets recognition. "Veterans will always be welcome at the Exchange," said Exchange Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Leigh Roop. "They offer a unique perspective and identify strongly with the Exchange mission to take care of troops and their families." Veterans make up 10 percent of the Exchange's workforce of about 35,500. In 2014, the Exchange hired more than 1,200 veterans. To learn about job opportunities, veterans can visit www.applymyexchange.com, where they can search for jobs by location. The site also includes a list of job fairs the Exchange will participate in, so veterans can meet with an Exchange representative in person. When conducting the sixth-annual Best for Vets: Employers survey, Military Times focused on culture and policies that cater to military veterans. The survey is made up of nearly 90 questions about a company's efforts to connect with veterans and provide an environment for success. Sweepstakes dishes out big prizes Today is the last day to enter the Celebrate Family Unity sweepstakes. Ten winners will receive $1,000 Exchange gift cards. Authorized shoppers 18 years and older can enter at www.shopmyexchange.com/sweepstakes. No purchase is necessary to enter. Winners will be notified on or about May 28.