• DALLAS 

Effective on Sept. 16, Chief Master Sgt. Angela Holden assumed the position of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s (AAFES) senior enlisted advisor.   

She succeeded Chief Master Sgt. Rich Martinez, who ended his two-year tenure at that Exchange position as he prepares to retire from the Air Force on Oct. 30 after 28 years.  

HOLDEN’S CAREER 

Holden brings 23 years of military leadership experience to the position responsible for connecting the Exchange mission with the evolving needs of service members, families, retirees, veterans and Department of War (DoW) civilians worldwide. 

Her Air Force career includes 14 assignments in 10 countries, spanning stateside, overseas, combat, remote and embassy tours. 

“The Exchange operates more than 5,000 facilities in more than 30 countries, providing tax-free shopping and military-exclusive benefits while generating earnings that support military quality-of-life programs,” said Exchange Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Brad Bingham.  

“Chief Holden’s extensive experience will further strengthen the Exchange’s support for service members and families wherever they are called to serve,” Bingham noted. 

ENHANCING QUALITY OF LIFE 

“Enhancing quality of life across the Army, Air Force and Space Force is what attracted me to the Exchange,” Holden said. “The Exchange is part of the military community’s everyday life.   

“I look forward to listening, learning and advocating for those who rely on it.”  

After more than two decades as an Exchange customer, Holden brings a unique appreciation for the “tastes of home,” convenience and support the Exchange provides across the United States and in more than 30 countries.  

“Whether customers are shopping for everyday essentials, preparing for a PCS or looking for ‘a taste of home’ overseas, the Exchange is there,” Holden said. “I am honored to help continue that legacy of service.” 

Source: AAFES, via DVIDS 

Edited by Larry Lapka