Who he is: Henry "Robbie" Robinson, services operations assistant, Fort Meade Exchange.

Years with the Exchange: 32 years.

What brought him to the Exchange: "When I retired from the Air Force, the federal government was in a hiring freeze," Robinson said. "I applied for lots of jobs, but nothing. Finally, I decided to try the Exchange. The Exchange was the only company that gave me an opportunity at that time, and for that, I am truly grateful."

What he did at first: Warehouse worker at the car care center, then services and vending supervisor. During a reorganazation, his position was eli...