The Goat Locker FY26 CPO Selectee Deck Log.

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Date: 8/1/25
From: Your rank, rate and name. Example MMC(SW)(Sel)Joe Smith
Email: Your email address
Duty Stations: Your current duty station (past duty stations can also be included if desired).
Comments: Though not required it is recommended you use the comment section to thank some of those who got you to this point in your career.

Date: 9/6/25
From: ITC(IW/SW)(Sel) Dejah Mitchell
Email: dmit8554@gmail.com | dejah.n.mitchell.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: MAR15-APR18: NNWC, AUG18-SEP22: USS McFaul (DDG 74), OCT22-PRESENT: SCSTC Det Midlant
Comments: I'd like to thank my mother, my daughter, and my father, GSCS (Ret.) Darveco Mitchell for the unwavering belief in me. The biggest Navy influences that got me to this point are CMC Jesse Johnson, FCACM Jonathan Vinluan, FCACM(Ret.) Korey Jones, ITCM Amaury Ponciano, ITCM (Ret.) Chris Boyson, FCACS Larry Gatewood, ITCS Robert Lohse, ITC Parker Mills, ITC Darren Cutshall, IT1 Devir Andersen, IT1 Alex Canales, and IT1 Dwayne Lyons. My selection was not solely due to my work; the aforementioned people had a HUGE hand in this feat. My anchors also belong to them.
Date: 9/6/25
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Aaliyah M. Craig
Email: craigaaliyah11@gmail.com ; Aaliyah.m.craig.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: Surface Combat Systems Training Command Detachment Middle Atlantic (2023-Present), USS Jason Dunham (DDG-109) (2018-2023).
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, shipmates, and the mess who have guided me throughout my naval career because you all have gotten me to where I am today. I am forever grateful for this opportunity to become a part of the world’s best fraternity. I would like to give a special shout-out to OSC Mitchell (Ret.) for believing in me, giving me advice, and answering the phone no matter what time it is. I will never take the leadership and mentorship I received from everyone for granted.
Date: 9/6/25
From: ETC(EXW/SW/IW)(Sel)Tierney Parker
Email: Tierney.noar@yahoo.com , tierney.m.Parker.mil@socom.mil
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team 20 (Nov19-Present), Beachmaster Unit Two (Aug16-Nov19)
Comments: To my daughter, friends, family, sailors and mentors! Thank you for getting me here!
Date: 9/6/25
from: SBC(SWCC)(sel) Jake, Terranova
Email: jaketerranova92@yahoo.com
Duty stations: NSWG4 TD-E (nov24-present) SBT-20 (sep16-Nov24) SWCC Class 89 graduated 14Jul16
Comments: the navy doesn't owe you a thing, And you don't deserve a position, you get selected into a position and you prove to them they made the right choice.
Date: 9/5/25
From: ADC(AW)(sel) Andrew G. Bate
Email: andrewbate1995@gmail.com , andrew.g.bate.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: HSC-14 2014-2020, HSM-40 2020-2022, CVN 68 USS NIMITZ 2022-2024, NRC SPRINGFIELD, OR 2024-CURRENT, CNRFC 2025-CURRENT.
Comments: Thank you for the wonderful resources. I hope to provide something good!
Date: 9/4/25
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Dallas Bracken
Email: dallascbracken@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NNPTC 2018-2020, USS GERALD R. FORD (CVN-78) 2020-2024, PHNSH&IMF (2024-Present)
Comments: 4 on 3! Thank you to my wife and children! Thank you Chief Cummins!
Date: 9/4/25
From: ADC(AW/SW)(SEL) Grant Dean Smith
Email: Grant.d.smith1@gmail.com
Duty Stations: HSM-73 2022-2025 / HSC-3: 2019-2022 / HS-11: 2013-2019
Comments: Thank you to my family for supporting me, my friends for pushing me forward and every Sailor I've gotten to know and work side by side with! Thank you to every Chief for teaching me something in someway. Most importantly ADC Amber Nance, ADC Arturo Perez, and AECS Rob Padilla for mentoring me and molding me into the Chief! There are so many others, but especially and specifically from my first command at HS-11, sundown to HSC-11.
Date: 9/4/25
From: RSC(SW/IW)(sel) Michelle Worthing
Email: msworthing3@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Ralph Johnson DDG-114
Comments: Thanks to the ones who told me not give up and that my time would come.
Date: 9/4/25
From: CSC(Sel) Raymond Haynes
Email: Raymond.haynes@lpd28.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28)
Comments: Personally I would like to thank CS1 Holmes (USS Gettysburg CG64) for being one of the first Leaders that I meet when I joined. CSCM Patrick Campbell was my first Chief and I made a promise to be like him and lead from th front.
Date: 9/3/25
From: CPO(sel) MSgt/E8/ Nguyen
Email: loan.t.nguyen20.mil@mail.mil
Duty Station: present-US AFRICA COMMAND Stuttgart Germany
OCS, Virginia
11th MEU, CA
Okinawa, Japan
Parris Island, SC
Kbay, HI
Washington, D.C.
Date: 9/4/25
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Vicente Aguado
Email: vicente.aguado.mil@mail.mil
Duty Stations: HQUSEUCOM, ISA AIR BASE BAHRAIN, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71), HQUSAFRICOM
Comments: I am honored to be selected. I am here due to guidance and mentorship of Outstanding Chiefs who helped shape me into the person I have become. Special thanks to YNC Thomas (ret), and YNC Yolanda Wood (ret) for your words of encouragement. I'd also like to thank BMCS Esparza, YNC Start (ret) and LCDR Maltby. Thank you friends and family for your support. Navy Chief!! Navy Pride!!
Date: 9/3/25
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) James Campos
Email: ccamposja@icloud com
Duty Stations: PHNSY&IMF
Comments: 4 on 3!
Date: 9/3/25
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) MICHAEL CARROLL
Email: Mcarrollf150@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Tennessee SSBN (734)(Blue), TRF Kings Bay, USS Wyoming SSBN(742)(Gold), Naval Ordnance Test Unit
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and my son for supporting me and pushing me to be the best i can be through my career. I would also like to thank all who I met along the way and took the time to be real with me about their experiences to help me grow as a person.
Date: 9/3/25
From: ENC(SW)(sel) Matthew Doerfler
Email: Matthew.doerfler@LPD28.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Halyburton 2013-2014, USS Bonhomme Richard 2014-2015, USS Green Bay 2015-2017, SWOS Great Lakes 2017-2020, USS Fort Lauderdale 2020-present
Comments: I am honored to join the greatest fraternity in the world.
Date: 9/2/25
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Vincent Foster
Email: vpfoster84@gmail.com
Duty Station: NAS Patuxent River, MD
Comments: Shout out to my beautiful wife for being my rock and putting up with my attitude. My wonderful children for giving me a reason to keep on pushing.
Date: 9/2/25
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Benjamin Hobbs
Email: Benjamin.Hobbs@lcc19.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NCTS HAMPTON ROADS (Formally NCTAMS LANT DET HRDS), USS Porter (DDG 78), NCDOC, USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)
Comments: To everyone that has helped me along this journey, thank you! Huge shout out to LT Buechler, ITCM (Ret) Heitsman, ITC Stegner, my wife Kerry, and my dad CTTC (Ret) Hobbs.
Date: 9/1/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Jordan Winding
Email: windingj5@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCIS Protective Operations Field Office Bahrain (current); Yokosuka, Japan; MESG-2 DET Bahrain; NSWC Det Niland, CA; SWFLANT Kings Bay, GA
Comments: I am deeply honored to be selected . This milestone would not have been possible without the mentorship and guidance of many outstanding Chiefs who shaped my career and leadership. I am especially grateful to MAC Jones Jasmine, MACM Wright, Kenny (ret), MACS Davis Pierre, MACS Covington, William, MACS Ackerman, Ben, MACS Cloe, Troy, MACS McDonald, Pete, MACS Field, Chad, MACM Collins, Roy (ret), MAC Reynolds, Tonaj, and MAC Borden "Lack." Their example, encouragement, and unwavering support left a lasting impact on my growth as a Sailor and leader. I also thank my family and shipmates for their continued support throughout my journey.
Date: 9/1/25
From: YNC(Sel) Sandra M. Dones
Email: smarely@aol.com , sandra.m.dones.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRC Puerto Rico/NR USNAVSO/CAI:NR CNE/A HQ
Comments: To my family, friends, and specially to my husband Hector, THANK YOU! I would have not reached this goal without you. Thank you, Lord, for giving me the strength to be determined and conquer fear. I am blessed!!
Date: 9/1/25
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(Sel) Dalton Atkinson
Email: dalton82399@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Trainning Command, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)
Comments: I want to thank everyone who got me to this poingnin my career there isn't just one person that got me here. Everyone i have had the pleasure to serve with has taught me good and bad lessons of how to lead.
Date: 9/1/25
From: EODC (SEL) (EWS/FPJ) Dave Garcia
Email: David.erik1219@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MDSU ONE DET EOD, EODMU EIGHT
Comments: I'd like to thank my recruiter.
Date: 9/1/25
From: QMC(SW/IW)(Sel)Dillon Keller
Email: jdillonkeller91@icloud.com
Duty Stations: PCU Harvey C. Barnum Jr DDG 124.
Comments: Thank you to QMC Matt McGee and QMC Jay Cardoso for believing in me early on in my career and knowing I would make it to this point in my career.
Date: 9/1/25
From: ETC(SW/IW)(Sel) Tom A. Langley
Email: nbh2011@live.com , thomas.langley@ddg82.navy.mil
Duty Stations:
USS Lassen DDG-82 2024 - Present
NNPTC Charleston 2021 - 2024
RTC Great Lakes 2017 - 2021
NCTS Bahrain 2015 - 2017
USS Vicksburg CG-69 2010 - 2015
USS Ponce LPD-15 2007 - 2010
Comments: Honored to be on this side. Eternally grateful to the following members of the Mess: CTRCS(Ret.) Trevor Logan, ETCS(Ret.) Don Sawyer, MMNCS Ross Wilson, STSCS Seth Billet, ETCS Mike Lewis, LT Bryan Henson, BM1 Yue Ming Li, ET1 Dan Davis, ISC Chris Emerson, CAPT Walter Langley, LTC James Henderson, LTC Sandra Henderson, and most importantly my son Hayden Langley, and wife Meghan Langley.
Date: 9/1/25
From: ACC(AW/SW)(sel) Kristy Lescrynski
Email: Kristy.lescrynski@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
-Fleet Area Control Surveillance Facility (FACSFAC) Virginia Capes, 2015-2019
-USS George H.W. Bush 2019-2022
-Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa- 2019-2020 (Individual Augmentee Deployment)
-Naval Air Station Patuxent River, 2022-present
Comments: I'm excited to be a part of the Mess and looking forward to learning as much as I can from you all.
Date: 9/1/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(sel) Jacob P. Gouldner
Email: J.gouldner89@gmail.com , jacob.p.gouldner.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: Maritime Support Wing, VR-61, VR-56, VR-53, VR-57
Comments: I want to offer my sincerest gratitude to all the Chiefs AND Sailors who have helped me get to this point in my career. Specifically, I want to thank AFCM "Jackie" Cain and AZCM Colby Steele for not quitting on me when I wanted to quit on myself.
Date: 9/1/25
From: MMC(Sel) (SW/AW/EXW) Hans Gangcuangco
Email: hans.gangcuangco@gmail.com
Duty Station: USS SENTRY (MCM 3)
Comments: Reporting to the Mess with humility, determination, and the will to earn these anchors. Still searching for my anchor. If found, please return to the Goat Locker.
Date: 9/1/25
From: MAC(EXW)(sel) Ean Dunn
Email: Edunnzo20@gmail.com
Duty Stations: LE/HPU Kings Bay, GA, HPU Bahrain, Manama, LE/HPU Yokosuka, Japan, MESG 1 DET Guam, LE Colts Neck, NJ, MESG 2 DET Bahrain, Manama
Comments: Season 132
Date: 8/31/25
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Jacob Foster
Email: jacobfoster8@yahoo.com , jacob.l.foster6.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Carney (DDG-64), PSNS&IMF DET Everett, WA, USS San Diego (LPD-22), SWSC ELS Pearl Harbor
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have paved the way forward.
Date: 8/31/25
From: CWTC(IW)(SEL) Troy W. Hecker
Email: troyhecker99@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NIOC Pensacola, NIOC Georgia, NIOC Maryland
Comments: I would like to thanks CWTC Jason Skiff (Ret) and CWTCS Tyler Bleau for the mentorship and guidance throughout the years. Y'all have truly changed my life and got me to where I am now.
Date: 8/31/25
From: LSC(EXW/SW/IW)(Sel) Bryan Basa
Email: bcbasa25@outlook.com
Duty Stations: VQ-3 DET TRAVIS, SBT-12, NCTAMS PAC HI, EODESU2, & BMU2
Comments: Thank you to my mentors and especially: BMC Kellon Broman, LSC Ronaldo Cruz, LSC Joseph Statkiewicz, LSCS Mark-Anthony Alegre, & LSCM(Ret) Rafael Rios
Date: 8/31/25
From: AMC(AW)(Sel) Ian Nartker
Email: iannartker123@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NPC, VFA-25, VFA-122, VFA-97
Comments: Thank you to everyone who helped mold and guide me to where I am today.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC (EXW/IW)(Sel) Kenneth Clary
Email: kenneth.clary9@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC El Paso/MSRON-1
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has been there during my career. You have taught me perseverance and patience.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC(sel) La Shunda Jones
Email: shunie86@gmail.com
Duty Station: NRC Norfolk
Comments: I want to thank my mother ITC Lo Retta Hale, USN (Ret.). Without you none of this would be possible. Following in your footsteps has been one of my greatest accomplishments. As well to thank my husband Mark, and our children for sticking beside me, supporting and motivating me the whole way! Not to forget my mentors along the way thank you for pushing me to be better than I believed I could be.
Date: 8/30/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(Sel)Mary Mace
Email: mary.r.mace2.mil@us.navy.mil and mrsmarymace@gmail.com
Duty Stations: CSG4 AIR C2, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, NCTAMS LANT, USS ENTERPRISE, FACSFAC VACAPES, USS CARTER HALL
Comments: I would like to give a big thank you to ITC Hammond who was the very Chief to tell me that I was going to be a Master Chief one day. At the time I didn't even see khakis in my future. Shout out to OSC Eric Coleman, OSC Chad Sherwood, OSC Evelyn Ajilore, OSC Kenyatta McKeithen, AOCS Julius Carter, MACM Hyatt, ISC Amy Zittritsch (RET), ACCM Eileen Dickey and countless other Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs. You all played a key role in my life to guide me where I am today. I could not have done it with out your mentorship and guidance!
Date: 8/30/25
From: CSC(SW)(Sel) Huy Pham
Email: Huy.pham@ddg52.navy.mil
Duty Station: USS Barry
Comments: Thank you to all of those who have pushed me to not quit and all my fellow sailors that help me through my career.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC (Sel) Shane Maxwell
Email: madmaxsm3@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Fargo and NSF Everett
Comments: Thank you to my Family and all of their support. Thank you to everyone that helped me along the way.
Especially Thankful for my Mentors - OSC (Ret) Wangen, ITC (Ret) Bubbers, PSC Hennies, LSC Rahlf
Date: 8/30/25
From: ITEC (SS/IW)(SEL) Mario Rene Valdizon Jr.
Email: mariovaldizon12@gmail.com
Current Duty Station: SSGN 729 USS GEORGIA (B) NSB Kings Bay, GA.
Comments: Thank you to all past and present 729 Georgia family members over the last five years as well as my beautiful wife.
Date: 8/30/25
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(Sel) Matt Groschup
Email: Groschup17@gmail.com, Matthew.c.groschup.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NIWC LANT
Comments: Thank you to My wife for her constant support, Kelly Kirby for in stilling the desire to strive to be selected to Chief, and my many mentors who showed me the path of a true leader.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MMC(SW)(Sel) Caycen Thompson
Email: chvt10@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NNPTC, USS Ronald Reagan.
Comments: A heartfelt thanks to Derrick Cross, William Bowden, Blake Smith, and Heath Thompson. While this is not an all-inclusive list, these men stand out most in my memory as those from whom I have learned the most and whose leadership qualities I have sought to emulate in my own development into the man I am today.
Date: 8/30/25
From: ITC(SW)(sel) Kevin Abney
Email: kevinmabney@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCTS FE, USS Blue Ridge, USS Boxer, JFC Brunssum, DIA Det Colorado Springs, USS Pinckney, NCTS Bahrain

Date: 8/30/25
From: ETNC(SW)(Sel) Corey Banton
Email: Banton.graham34@gmail.com
Duty Station: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Previous: USS Harry S Truman
Comments: I'd like to thank ETNCS(Ret) Nick Hamilton for saving my life and career. My wife for being my support through everything. And my RC division leadership and junior sailors for pushing and pulling me to be the best version of myself.
Date: 8/30/25
From: HTC (SW/AW)(Sel) Dustin Lenhardt
Email: Dustin.lenhardt10@gmail.com
Duty Station: USS Mitscher
Date: 8/30/25
From: ETC(SW)(Sel) Reginald Gaines
Email: r.a.gainesjr@gmail.com
Duty Station: Naval Security Bahrain
Comments: I appreciate the help and mentorship throughout the years. Thank you too everyone
Date: 8/30/25
From: GMC(SW)(Sel)Joseph Warner
Email: josephwarner26@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NMCLANT DET BAHRAIN
Comments: I would like to thank GMCS(Ret) Gilbert Shangoo. He guided me through my career even after he retired. He always straight forward with me.
Date: 8/29/25
From: BMC (Sel) Edgar Baca
Email: baquita73@gmail.com
Duty Station: NRC El Paso/ MSRON1
Comments: I want to thank my soul mate, my one and only love, Sujey who never gave up on me and pushed me to my limits to finally obtain the anchor!
Date: 8/28/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Jacoph West
Email: jacophwest@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VR-51 MCBH Kaneohe Bay, VR-61, VR-51
Comments: Thanks to all the people who helped me get to this point.
Date: 8/28/25
From: HTC(SW) (Sel) Leon Dalley
Email: Leon.dalley72@gmail.com
Duty Station: SWESC Great Lakes
I want to say thank you to everyone who never gave up on me and told me to keep my head on straight and keep pushing!
Date: 8/28/25
From: ETNC(Sel) Alexandra J. Johnson
Email: johnson.alexandra823@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NNPTC. PCU John F. Kennedy (CVN 79)
Comments: A special thanks to ETNC Shove, ETNCM Drahos, ETNC Smith and MMNCS Stewart and all the others that believed and helped me through my career.
Date: 8/28/25
From: EMNC(SS)(sel) Tyler Erickson
Email: tderickson18@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NNPTC, last boat USS Asheville
Comments: I'd like to thank the Chiefs that taught and supported me throughout the years and a division that knew how to get everything asked done.
Date: 8/28/25
From: GySgt Timothy A. Chancy
Email: tkdtimmy@gmail.com / timothy.chancy@usmc.mil
Duty Stations: 22d Marine Expeditionary Unit (Deployed aboard USS Iwo Jima)
Comments: Shoutout to my friends and colleagues past and present: MSgt Alan Falkner, HMCS Jessica Zugzda, HMCS Mike Donadio, and HMCS(Sel) Juju Whitt! And a special thank you to my wife for being the person I can complain to the most during this evolution. Love you all!
Date: 8/27/25
From: EMNC(SS)(SEL) Alexander Corces
Email: Nukejangles@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS GEORGIA (BLUE) SSGN 729
Comments: Thanks to those who believed in me.
Date: 8/27/25
From: HMC(sel) Heather Marie Peterson
Email: burtonspride0620@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Boise/NMRTC Camp Pendleton
Comments: Thank you to all of those who have pushed me to not quit. Even though I wanted to several times without those shipmates standing behind, next to and carrying me when I needed it. I would not be here today.
Date: 8/27/25
From: EMNC (SW/AW) (Sel) Tristan Lee Pastor
Email: tpastor0609@icloud.com
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN71), NPS CHASN BOS
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that has helped me throughout my career to get me to this point, giving me the opportunities to excel and always be the best version of myself. I would like to give a special shout out to my wife, family, EMNCM Dave Lynch, EMNCS Jake Bleier, EMNCS Jarett Perez and LTJG Paul Schwab for their continuous support and unwavering reinforcement. Thank you all.
Date: 8/27/25
From: LSC(Sel) Luis I. LLopiz Curbelo
Email: LLLOPIZ@HOTMAIL.COM
Duty Station: NRC Purto Rico, SERMC P.R.
Comments: I was selected on FY25 but currently going through CPO Season at NRC PR. Thanks for the support.
Date: 8/27/25
From: AOC (AW/SCW/IW/SW)(SEL) Jay Belle Hogue
Email: jaybhogue@yahoo.com
Duty Station: VAQ-139, NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: There are too many to thank. But mostly a huge thank you to CMC Sammy Vasquez (Ret) that set me on this path to selection. I will never forget you. Also my Old OIC CDR Julio Mattos and my dear friend Bill Chick, you two got me over the finish line and now I owe it forward. Thank you.
Date: 08/27/25
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(Sel) Carlos M. Bermudez
Email: carlos.m.bermudez4.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: NCB 14
Comments: Thanks to my family and all my mentors from NCB 14 & NRC Puerto Rico.
Date: 8/26/25
From: ITC (IW/SW) (Sel) Oliver Bunn
Email: Oliver.l.bunn@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain
Comments: I’ll like to thank all of the leaders that had an influence on my career and helped mold me into who I am today. I'll like to thank all of my Junior Sailor for all the lessons they have taught me along the way. Most importantly I'll like to thank my wife, who is my motivation!
Date: 8/26/25
From:MAC(Sel) Juan Carlos Figueroa
Email: juanfigeroa90@gmail.com
Duty Station: NR USNAVSOUTH
Comments: I want to thank all my fellow sailors that help me through my career.
Date: 8/26/25
From: PSC (Sel) Mayra La Luz
Email: mayra29419@gmail.com
Duty Station: RSU NRC Puerto Rico
Comments: I want to my Leadership for all the support given to me throughout all these years.
Date: 8/26/25
From: LSC(Sel) Jose C. Laureano
Email: jose.c.laureano2.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: NR USNAVSOUTH
Comments: I want to thank my Leadership for all the support given to me throughout all these years
Date: 8/26/25
From: BMC (SW/EXW) (Sel) Matthew Bryan Bilbrey
Email: pokey42491@yahoo.com
Duty Station: USS Kauffman FFG-59, Costal Riverine Squadron 8, NAVSTA Mayport Port Operations, USS Donald Cook DDG-75
Comment Section: I'm thanking every Chief active and retired that has really helped guide, shape, and mold me into the leader I am today. You know who you are and what you've done. I wouldn't be the leader I am today if it wasn’t for you all. I would also like to thank my mom and dad Catherine and Joe, my two brothers Michael and Steven, my wife Ariana, and my two beautiful children Colton and Weston. My support team is the best and I couldn't do this without you. Love you all!
Date: 8/26/25
From: CSC(SW)(sel) Michael Archibald
Email: marchibald0124@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Normandy , COMNAVSURFLANT, Naval Station Jacksonville Hospital, USS San Jacinto, ESB 7 Robert E.Simanek.
Date: 8/25/25
From: ITC(IW/SW)(Sel) Jacquelyn "Jacky" De La Cruz
Email: jack_1224@ymail.com
Duty Stations: NCTS Bahrain
USS HIGGINGS DDG-76
NCTS Naples Italy
Naval Beach Unit 7
Comments: Thank you to my family, and to all the Sailors and Marines I've encountered throughout my time in the Navy. I've learned from ALL of you regardless of rank, and those lessons helped me achieve this milestone.
Date: 8/25/25
From: ADC(AW)(Sel) Mickenzie Schwartz
Email: mickenzie.l.schwartz.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: HSM-79, AIMD Iwakuni
Comments: I would like to thank my friends and family for their support. I have been blessed to have so many great mentors that got me here. I would like to thank all of you for your mentorship, training and friendship.
Date: 8/25/25
From: ITC(IW,SW,AW)(sel) Blair Campbell
Email: blairncampbell@gmail.com
Duty Stations: COMFIFTHFLT/Navcent.
Date: 8/24/25
From: AMC(AW/SW)(Sel)Jesus Carranza Jr
Email: jessecarranzajr@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VS-24, VAQ-138, VX-9, VFA-86, VFA-122, VAQ-136, VAQ-129
Comments: Though there may be many of people that have pushed and never gave up on me to get me to where I am the true hero to get me here are my Wife Kassie, My Sons, Jesse, Jordan and Jayme. RET CMDCM Jeff Alcott. There are so may that I can list and go on and on but my family never stopped believing in my and never let me give up! Jeff is the TRUE meaning of "The CHIEF" this man NEVER forgot who he was or where he came from!
Date: 8/24/25
From: CEC(SCW/EXW)(sel) Che S. Vang
Email: usnvang@gmail.com; che.s.vang.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: ACB1, CBMU 303, NMCB11, NMCB133, NMCB1, NCB 18, NCB 22, NCB 27, NRC Lemoore
Comments: I extend my sincere appreciation to my wife, Denise, and my daughter, Allenby, for their understanding and consistent encouragement, serving as my anchors throughout my journey. My gratitude also goes to YNC Henry Cole, CE1 Gilbert Rivera (RET), and the entire NCB Eighteen Chief's Mess for their confidence in me and ongoing support. I offer special thanks to Master Chief Daniel Hamilton, Master Chief Chad Bartman, Master Chief James Blue, Master Chief Jerry Shuemaker, and Senior Chief Amber Sigler for their lasting guidance, wisdom, and the significant impact their mentorship has had on my personal and professional growth. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge my sponsors, LSC Sergio Benitez and MAC John Bettencourt, whose steadfast support, and valuable insights, even over a brief period of acquaintance, have provided meaningful encouragement and humility.
Date: 8/24/25
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(Sel) Argenis Martinez
Email: Argenis.martinez.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station, USS BOXER (LHD-4), NCTAMS PAC
Comments: Big thank you to ITC Kurtz for being the best Chief I had in the Navy.
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF/EXW)(Sel)Osvaldo Rodriguez
Email: Rodriguez.hm@outlook.com
Duty Stations: USS Richard M. McCool Jr.
Date: 8/23/25
From: DCC(SW/AW)(Sel) Hugh Williams
Email: hugh0910williams@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN (LHD5), currently at PSNS & IMF EVERETT, PCS to DDG95 in NOV
Comments: Huge thank you to my wife Cayla and my family, as well as my great friends Chuck and Junior.
Date: 8/23/25
From: FTC(SS)(Sel) Christopher Coleman
Email: lavegaspdchris@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Alabama (SSBN-731)(BLUE) X2, PHNSY & IMF, NAVSUBSCOL, USS Columbus (SSN-762).
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, and to all I have served with that has taught, mentored, and challenged me through my career. I intend to keep going and pay it forward.
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(sel) Samantha Bigham
Email: samgbigham@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar, 1st Medical Battalion, 3rd Dental Battalion, USS New Orleans LPD18, Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Comments: Honored to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the world’s finest Navy. Grateful to my kids, Aimee and William, and my family for always being my why. Thank you to HMC Rachel Harvey (Ret.), my first Chief, and to mentors CMDCM Freyberg, CMDCM Wheeler, FCC Wallachy (Ret.), and HM1 Caldas (Ret.). Appreciation to my biggest cheerleaders, HMC Toms and HMC DeLaPena. To everyone who shaped my journey --- thank you.
Date: 8/23/25
From: CTTC(SW/IW)(sel) Kelson Edwish
Email: edwish.kelson@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWC Crane
Comment: I want to thank my family for being with me through my whole career. I hate you the least.
Date: 8/23/25
From: GMC(SW)(sel) Tristan M. Axelrod
Email: tristanmaxel96@gmail.com
Duty stations: (DDG-73) USS Decatur, Swim Site San Diego, (DDG-114) Ralph Johnson, currently in Crane Indiana for NSW armorer school in route to NSW LOGSU-2
Date: 8/23/25
From: CTTC(SW)(sel) Eugene "EJ" Somerville
Email: ejsomerville97@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWC CRANE, USS CAPE ST GEORGE (CG-71), USS GRIDLEY (DDG-101), U.S. FLEET FORCES COMMAND, USS RUSSELL (DDG-59).
Comments: Thank you to my first Chief, CTTCS(SW/IW)(Ret) Daniel "Chief Dank" Yanklowitz, CTTC(SW/IW) Wayne Collins, CTRC(SW/IW)(Ret) Chris Ramsey, BMC(SW) Tyler Santos, STGCS(SW) Iain Smith, and many many more who shaped me into the Sailor I am today!
Date: 8/23/25
From: ETC(SW/IW/AW)(sel) Jacob Young
Email: 95jacob.young@gmail.com
Duty Stations: JMAST CENT
Comments: Thank you to my family as well as my various mentors that have poured into me and helped me reach this point! To name a few, ETCS(ret) Rachel Hogan, ETCS Jesse Underwood, ETCS(sel) Adrian Wingard, ETC(ret) Steve Harris ETCS (ret) Gary McClaurin
Date: 8/23/25
From: YNC(SW/AW)(sel) Tia C Blackwell
Email: chrisblack1109@gmail.com
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT, USS SHOUP (DDG 86), USS BARRY (DDG 52), USS EISENHOWER (CVN 69), Naval Base Coronado
Comments: Thank you in addition for the add!
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(sel) McFarlane, Reynaldo A.
Email: anastacio1711@gmail.com
Duty Stations: DIA PACOM JIOC, LHD-6 Bonhomme Richard, NCTS Sicily, NCTS Bahrain
Comments: Shoutout to my mentors for their patience and willingness to take the time to show me the ropes.
Date: 8/23/25
From: LNC(SW/AW)(sel) Gretel Hernandez
Email: gretel.hernandezcazorla.mil.@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan, USS George Washington; USS Theodore Roosevelt; NSA Naples, Italy; Region Legal Service Office Naval DIstrict Washington; NAVCENT.
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC (FMF) (Sel) Mayari Xander
Email: Mayari.r.xander.mil@usmc.mil
Duty Station: MWSS-171 (Iwakuni, Japan)
Comment: Thank you to my family for always being supportive throughout my whole career. I also want to thank the Sailors and civilians that I have had the privilege to work alongside. I have learned so much from you and am forever humbled by our experiences. To my leadership for pushing me out of my comfort zone and for their patience in mentoring me. Thank you all!
Date: 8/23/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(sel) Theo R. Bruno
Email: theo.r.bruno.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VRC-30 (San Diego, CA), VRM-30 (San Diego, CA), VRM-50 (San Diego, CA), VRM-30 DET-5 (Iwakuni, JP)
Comments: To my beautiful wife, Janise, thank you for being the most understanding, loving, and caring person you could ask for. To my children, Ellisa and Elio, thank you for pushing me everyday to be great and allowing me to give you the childhood I never got. I love you more than you could ever imagine.
Dean, Jose, Erik, Jason, Tony, Gerald, KP, to name a few, I want to thank you all for the mentorship and guidance you have given me throughout the years. To all the sailors, thank you for helping me grow and allowing me to be a part of your journey. NAVY CHIEF!!! NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(sel) Dafft, Christopher
Email: cjdafft@gmail.com;Christopher.j.dafft.mil@health.mil
Duty Stations: 21st Dental Company, K-Bay, HI; NPDS, Bethesda, MD; 23rd Dental Company, 29 Palms, CA; NH Rota, Spain; NBHCL NSA Mid-South, Millington, TN; USS George Washington CVN-73; NH Keflavik, Iceland.
Comments: I would not have gotten to this point in my career without the love and support of my family, and for that I am forever grateful. I would also like to thank all the leaders that have made an impact on my career and my ability to lead.
Date: 8/23/25
From: AMC(AW/SW)(Sel)Corina Crable
Email: Corina.s.crable.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VFA-147(Iwakuni,Japan), VFA-2(Lemoore, CA), HSM-78(SAN Diego, CA), VX-9(China Lake, CA), VFA-154(Lemoore, CA), SWRMC(SAN Diego, CA), VFA-102(Atsugi, Japan).
Comment: Thank you! I’m deeply grateful to my family for their love and sacrifice, to my sailors for their hard work and inspiration, and to my mentors for their guidance. Thank you who stood by me and helped shape the leader I am today!
Date: 8/22/25
From: CEC(SCW/EXW)(sel) Katherine Delrosario
Duty Stations: NCB18 Det Ventura / NRC Ventura County in Port Hueneme, CA
Comments: I like to thank first my son for being the reason I strive for success, my village, without you I wouldn’t the person I am today, lastly I like to thank everyone that’s left a lasting impression, good and bad, in these passed 19yrs of service because of you I’ve grown to be the leader I am today.
Date: 8/22/25
From: AOC(AW)(sel) Elliott, Taylor
Email: nachtaid@gnail.com
Duty Stations: VFA-195, NMC Okinawa, VFA-115, VAQ-141, AIMD Iwakuni
Comments: Thank you to ATCS Arayata for the mentorship that set me on the right path to get here!
Date: 8/22/25
From: ITEC(SS)(sel) John Spetter
Email: John.spetter@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Michigan SSGN 727 (Gold), NTAG Phoenix, USS Key West SSN 722
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs that helped me get here. It is because of them that I know what I know and am still able to learn and be a Chief.
Date: 8/22/25
From: ETC(SW)(sel) Randy Joseph
Email: randy.d.joseph2.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Anzio (CG 68), CSCS Det East, USS Donald Cook (DDG 75), NCTS Bahrain
Comments: everyday is another opportunity to reach that goal
Date: 8/22/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(Sel)Rashad Whitley
Email: rlwhitley1190@gmail.com
Duty Stations: IWTS Hawaii (past duty stations: NIWTG-NORFOLK, USS LAKE ERIE, NIOC SAN DIEGO, USS AMERICA, VAQ-132, USS NIMITZ).
Comments: Special thanks goes out to my wife: ITC(Sel), I owe you everything. There is no success without your support. I would also like to thank Rod Bethea, Shay Dozier, and Nikki Smith. Without you all putting time and effort into me, I would not have made it to the top.
Date: 8/21/25
From: PSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Jamal Lowery
Email: Jlowery0406@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NAVSUP Flc Bahrain
Comments: I would like to express my deepest gratitude to God first and foremost. I am incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of my family throughout my career. Additionally, I want to thank the countless mentors who believed in me and believed in my abilities.
Date: 8/21/25
From: HMC (FMF/AW)(Sel)Emmanuel Busingye-Nkwizire
Email: Emmanuel.Nkwizire@gmail.com
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT, NMRTU Kingsville, VQ-4 Tinker AFB, NMRTU Bahrain, Naval Base SD BMC 32nd St, 3D Med BN 3D MLG, NMRTU Quantico, VA.
Comments: Special thanks for the Chiefs that helped me get here. Couldn't have done it without every single one of you all.
Date: 8/21/25
From: AWFC(NAC)(sel) Hannah Spry
Email: hwatkins06@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Rochester, VR-56
Comments: Here's to making every day count!
Date: 8/20/25
From: MAC(SW)(sel) Bryttany Ward
Email: bpfohl11@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Rochester, NY
Comments: Thank you to my old BMCS Debrucker and BMC Evans for starting my navy career off correctly and making me into the sailor I am today.
Date: 8/20/25
From: FTC(SS)(sel) Brian D. Olson
Email: olsonbrian384@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NTAG Carolina, PCU Arkansas (SSN800), USS Montana (SSN 794), NAVSUBSCOL, USS Hartford (SSN 768), PCU Colorado (SSN 788), COMSUBLANT, USS Springfield (SSN 761).
Date: 8/20/25
From: CSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Jenkins, Adrian
Email: Adrian.Jenkins@lcs15.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Billings LCS-15
Date: 8/20/25
From: MAC(SEL) Matt Owen
Email: MatthewLairdOwen@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Station Mayport, ECRC DET FT JACKSON, PNSY, AUTEC
Comments: Thank you to those who have supported me and got me here. To my mentors, they know.
Date: 8/20/25
From: LSC(Sel) Mouhamadou Baro
Email: mouhamadoubaro10@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Isa Airbase, Bahrain - NRC Washington DC
Date: 8/20/25
From: LSC(SEL) Henderson, Isaiah
Email: isaiah.henderson@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Harpers Ferry (LSD-49), NAVSUP Sigonella, USS Milius (DDG-69), 22nd NCR Det EUR
Comments: HOOYAH
Date: 8/20/25
From: FCC(SW) (sel) Shivanand Harry
Email: Shivanand8@aol.com
Duty Stations: USS New York, NRD Phoenix, USS Billings.
Comments: First, to my loving wife, Sayyada Harry, you've been my rock, standing by me through every storm, your unwavering support means more than words can say. To my family, thank you for shaping me into the man I am today; your lessons, love, and guidance are the foundation I stand on. Mom, you taught me how to carry myself with grace and strength, and Dad, you gave me the tools and mindset to grow into the kind of man I strive to be every day. With everything you've all poured into me, I know I can take on whatever comes next... and the rest, I'll figure out.
Date: 8/20/25
From: AMC(AW)(sel) Dillon Quiett
Email: 92dodge0924@bellsouth.net, dillon.j.quiett2.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: Currently serving at RTAG-NE. Prior Service Recruiting out of NRC Buffalo. Past commands- HSL/HSM-48, VR-62, HSM-60, VAQ-209.
Comments: There are too many past leaders and mentors that have guided me to this point in life- and I appreciate them all. No lessons have been forgotten.
Date: 8/20/25
From: BUC (SCW) (sel) Tim Fitzgerald
Email: fitzgerald.tim.c@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, NMCB 74, United States Naval Academy, NRC Rochester, NY, NCB27
Comments: Thank you to my wife, Andrea for always being there and supporting this journey! Thank you to all my mentors through the years for believing in me, and challenging me! Very grateful. Looking forward to contributing to this world wide Mess! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 8/20/25
From: ACC(AW/SW/IW)(Sel) Caitlyn L. Wise
Email: caitlynlwise@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR TACRON 22/NRC Rochester NY (2023-present), NAS Whidbey Island (2018-2023), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)(2014-2018)
Comments: My biggest thanks to my wife Kayleigh for always supporting me in my Navy career, both active and reserves. Thank you for holding it down, raising our kids, and feeding our too many pets while I'm gone. Thank you mom and dad, for unconditional love and support even when I didn’t deserve it. And of course to my mentor, ACCS Justin Olson, thank you for teaching me how to talk to airplanes good, and even more so, how to lead.
Date: 8/20/25
From: YNC(SW/AW)(sel) Donica N. Harris
Email: donica.harris@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman, HSC-2, HSM-74, United States Naval Academy, COMUSNAVCENT/COMFIFTHFLT, MOC FIFTHFLT
Comments: Big thank you to my children, my mother, sisters, brother and my full support back home in New York and Trinidad! Special shout out to all the Chiefs(past and present) that helped to mold me into the professional I am today. The biggest thank you's to FLTCM(Ret.) Karim Cole, NCCM Pam Thomas and OSCM(sel) Stacey Neely. Thank you! Thank you! And thank you again!
Date: 8/20/25
From: PSC (sel) Talukder, Ferdaus R
Email: shaplatx@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NAVCENT/5TH FLEET
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief! I look forward to the increased responsibilities and bringing honor to the mess! "Navy Chief, Navy Pride"
Date: 8/19/25
From: HMC(sel) Eckel, Joshua
Email: Joshua.eckel@outlook.com
Duty Stations: NRC Knoxville, TN
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief! I look forward to the increased responsibilities and bringing honor to the mess!
Date: 8/19/25
From: MAC(sel) Jodi Motley
Email: jodi.r.motley.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NWS Earle, USS Abraham Lincoln, NRC Nashville
I want to thank all the leaders who saw something in me, never gave up on me, and who pushed me to get where I am today. Each Chief who has crossed my path has taught me something and in some way formed who I am as a leader. I look forward to continuing to learn from the mess, and am grateful to have made it to this point in my career.
Date: 8/19/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Roman Watson
Email: r.watson131@gmail.com
Duty Stations: TOCRON TEN, US Fleet Forces Command, USS Winston S. Churchill.
Comments: Thank you to my family for the support over the years and all the guidance they provided. Thank you to the countless Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have guided me over the years to accomplish this and constantly strive to be better.
From: MAC (sel) Donald R. Jacobs
Email: donnie.jacobs01@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Knoxville, CENSECFOR LS Little Creek, NSA Souda Bay, NSA Bahrain, Naval Base Coronado, NAS Sigonella, SWFPAC Bangor.
Comments: I cannot thank enough my wonderful family. My wife and son, parents, brother and sister. They have always been a constant rock for me to lean on and have provided consistent love and support even during the most difficult of times and challenges. I have had many great Chiefs throughout my career and several have been extremely great role-models and examples of what it means to wear the Anchors with pride and own the title "Chief". It is because I have been so fortunate to have them in my life and career that I have made it to where I am today. Thank you all!
Date: 8/19/25
From: ABHC(sel) (AW/SW) Jeffrey Lozier
Email: Jeff.a.lozier@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower 2012-2017, Louis F. Garland (DoD) Fire Academy Instructor 2017-2020
Date: 8/18/25
From: EOC(SCW)(Sel) Zachary W. McNeely
Email: zachary.mcneely@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCG1, NMCB 25, NMCB 4, NMCB 40
Comments: Always first, my wife Brittany who has always, and continues to support me in everything. My brother, BUC (Sel) Thomas Huber. CMDCM William D. Hieb and LCDR Reno R. Perryman.
Date: 8/18/35
From: LSC(EXW/SCW/FMF)(sel) Michael Newnham
Email: Michaelpaulnewnham@gmail.com
Duty Stations: FISC Sigonella, 3D MLG, COMACCLOGWING, COMLOGFORNAVCENT Abu Dhabi, NMCB 4, NCB 22, MESG-2
Date: 8/18/25
From: MAC(sel) Branner,Tracy L
Email: tbranner68@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 5/19/2011 S CRU TRCOM GTLK 30646
12/17/2011 S NTTC LACKLAND 35419 12/17/2011 TRF
02/21/2012 NOSC KNOXVILLE 61948 03/14/2012 RAD
03/04/2012 NR OS 1341 87389 03/14/2012 TRF
03/14/2012 NR OS 1305 86978 11/20/2014 TRF
11/21/2014 NR OHSU CL DET K 83736 11/29/2021 TRF
10/18/2020 COMSUBGRU 10 55241 10/30/2020 TRF
02/16/2021 NRC KNOXVILLE 61948 03/31/2021 TRF
08/08/2021 COMSUBGRU 10 55241 08/27/2021 TRF
11/30/2021 NRC KNOXVILLE 61948 09/30/2024 RAD
Comments: Looking forward to meeting the mess worldwide!
Date: 8/18/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Brian Blanchard
Email: brian.o.blanchard.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: TOCRON TEN
Comments: Thank you to my family for being there from the beginning, my beautiful wife always pushing me to do more and strive to be the best. Thank you TOCRON TEN Chiefs Mess for everything past present and future.
Date: 8/18/25
From: AOC(AW)(Sel) Eric B. Lano
Email: eblano92@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Minneapolis, AOSS 2, HSM-48, NMCDET Fallon, HSM-75
Comments: Too many people to thank! Most of all I would like to thank my wife Katie. With her support and love we can do anything. Wish I could have gone through last year when I was selected but better late than never! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 8/18/25
From: EOC(SCW/EXW)(Sel) Sophie X. Duong
Email: sophiexduong@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Construction Battalion 25
Comments: Thank you to the whole Seabee community for always pushing me to do more than I think I am capable of. Very special thanks to the ones who have mentored me knowingly or otherwise. The list is too long, but they know who they are.
Date: 8/18/25
From: CTIC(IW)(sel) Anna VanderStouwe
Email: ambus87@gmail.com
Duty Stations: CWA-65 Ft. Meade, MD
Comments: There have been many people who have brought me to this point, but those who have supported me and lifted me the highest are those who saw me and put in the time at the beginning. My daughter - my reason for anything. My husband - without him nothing would have been achieved to the level it was. He is the hand that continuously and gently straightened my spine whenever things felt too heavy. CTIC(Ret) Amorita Malagon, CTI1(Ret) Clark Fox, CTI1(Ret) Brandon Lyda, CTI1(soon to be retired?) Jason Lynn. You were all my family in some way, and you helped carve me a path that I knew I could follow. Big thank you to all those who have also put out a hand along the way. I remember you, and I hope to honor you. It's about learning and taking care of people. That's it.
Date: 8/18/25
From: ETNC(SS)(Sel) Jonathan Parker
Email: jonparkeret@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command. (PAST) USS EMORY S LAND (AS 39), USS JOHN WARNER (SSN 785).
Comments: I want to give thanks to all past and present Chiefs that have provided mentorship and guided my development. Special call outs to Matt Smith and Tony Amato for demonstrating what an incredible team looks like, Mike Russow for looking out for his Sailors and keeping a level head, and Travis Armstrong for insight on how to be a fresh Chief and still successful.
Date:8/18/25
From: ETNC(SS)(Sel) Shawn P. Parker
Email: parker.sp.2010@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Current - NNPTC. Previous - SSN 756, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, SSN 773.
Comment: I want to thank my wife, Erica, who never stopped believing me. Special thanks to MMNC Mark Okon, ETNC James Foster, ETNCM Ethan Mayo, ETNC (retired) David Danbya, and ENS TaQuawn Monrose for all the help and lessons learned. There are so many who helped me get here, there's no way I could list them all. I'm so thankful for all of you.
Date: 8/18/25
From: EMNC(SS)(Sel)Austin Collins
Email: austinjcollins54@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Newport News SSN-750. NNPTC.
Comments: Chiefs Mess onboard The Newport News from 2020-2025!
Date: 08/18/25
From: NCC(SW)(sel) Marco T Guity Jr
Email: Marcog2828@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Little Creek, VA , Norfolk, VA, Phildalephia, PA New York City, NY
Comment: Chief's Pride
Date: 8/18/25
From: PSC (sel) SS R. Scott Bruneel
Email: Scott.bruneel40@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
Bangor, Wa (USS Michigan)
Conway, Ar (NRS Conway)
NRC Knoxville, TN
Comments: Proud to finally reach this accomplishment! Can't wait for September 16th to officially wear the rank of CHIEF PETTY OFFICER!
Date: 8/18/25
From: ISC(IW)(sel) Kari Healy
Email: kari.healy28@gmail.com
Duty Stations: IPACOM JIOC MIN, JSOC DET WASHINGTON, D.C.
Comments: Works with U.S. Fish & Wildlife on the civilian side; joined Navy in October 2017 and has been a SELRES since joining. Spent 1.5 years on Active Duty orders with IPACOM JIOC MIN and then deployed from '22-'23 with JSOC DET WASHINGTON, D.C. which was primarily an Army unit.
Date: 8/18/25 From: MAC(sel) Aaron Hodgeson
Email: ahodgeson32582@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Current duty station NRC Detroit, NSF Sigonella. Past duty station NRC Saginaw, Michigan
Comments: Thank you to Master Chiefs Malone and Cruz for keeping me motivated and to stay focused on coming back for a second year and completing this years Season as an E-7.
Date: 8/18/25
From: CMC(SCW/EXW)(Sel) Samantha N. Watts
Email: samantha.watts012@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCB18
Comments: I would like to thank all the great people who have helped me throughout my career. NCB18 CPO Mess has been such a big help throughout my career and I wouldn't be where I am today without them.
Date: 8/18/25
From: HMC(SW/AW/IW/FMF) (Sel) DeCory Blackwell
Email: dblackwell5@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Task Force 51/ 5th MEB (Current), NEPMU-7, USS Boxer (LHD-4), NBHC Sasebo, NNMC Bethesda.
Comments: I'd like to thank my sea dad's HMCS Prendingue and HMCS Bicomong!
Date: 8/17/25
From: ISC(IW/EXW)(Sel) Elijah T. Buford
Email: xcbuford94@gmail.com
Duty Stations: IWTC San Diego, NSWG-1 (ST-5), FLTCYBER/C10F, NAVCENT/C5F
Comments: A very special thanks to ISCS Cedrick Green, CTTC Michael Bott, ISC Cody Fussell, AGC Richard "Marty" Martinez, and ISC Nick Moore for all the mentorship and assistance along the way.
Date: 8/17/25
From: BMC(Sel) Timoteo P. Legaspi, Jr.
Email: tlegaspijr@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: 2020-Current NCHB-14, 2019-2020 BMU-1, 2014-2020 ACB-1, 2010-2014 VR-46, 2009-2010 NAVELSG FWD Kilo, 2008-2010 HSC-85, 2007-2008 task Group Trident - Afghanistan, 2004-2007 HSC-85
Comments: To my lovely wife, Mayra, that has taken on the weight of my responsibilities to help place these anchors on me, my son Jaiden that endured me being gone for years of his life during multiple conflicts and still grew to be a wonderful man and father, my sister Lina for constantly supporting my craziness and loving me authentically, my father ML2 Tom Legaspi that grew me to love the Navy as he did...Rest in Heaven, my best friend and mentor, CTNC Rodolfo Ornelas for always keeping it real and guiding a young AE3 and an old BM1, for Senior Chief Martinez that showed me a REAL Chief is...Rest in peace, and to all of the Chiefs that helped me get here as well as the Chiefs that stood firmly in my way....you were ALL my motivators. Hoo-Yah!!! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!!
Date: 8/17/25
From: AEC(Sel) Ortiz, Blair
Email: bcarter.986@gmail.com
Duty Stations:VR54 (current), CPRW-10, VP69, VAQ-129
Comments: I would like to thank my family foremost but I would also like to thank every sailor I have worked with as well as their families. Every experience I've had with those I've met have helped me to grow and learn. Ever grateful
Date: 8/17/25
From: BMC(SW/AW)(Sel) Hector Cortes
Email: Hector804@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Weapons Station Earle, USS Milwaukee, NRD New York, USS New York.
Date: 8/17/25
From: YNC(sel) Brittany Muckle
Email: brittany.a.muckle.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: UUVRON-3
Comments: Class 132
Date: 8/17/25
From: ITC(IW/SA/AW) (Sel) Chase R. Hartman
Email: chartman@connections.net
Duty Stations: USS WASP (LHD 1), NRC Sacramento, NOSC Bessemer, USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93)
Date: 8/17/25
From: MAC(Sel) Daniel G. Dwyer
Email: Daniel.g.dwyer5.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NSA Souda Bay Crete Greece, CFA Sasebo Japan, NAVBASE Ventura County California, MESG-2 DET Bahrain
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE! HOOYAH SEASON! Thank You MACS Carlton "YAK" Gaillard, MACS(ret) Joe "EMINEM" Hettinger, MAC Michael "MAGIC" Menser, and MAC Jalic "DIANA" Reddix!
Date: 8/17/25
From: ITC(IW/SW)(Sel) Melvina Krigger
Email: Melvina.krigger@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWG-1 DET BAH, CNO Washington DC, ATG Mayport, USS The Sullivan, JIOC Pearl Harbor HI
Comments: Thank you to ITCS Ayriel Roberts and CWO2 Kayshonda Buchanan for your continuous mentorship and guidance!!
Date: 8/17/25
From: MNC(SW)(Sel) David J. Hernandez
Email: david.j.hernandez94.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: Current Command: MCMGRU 5/CDS 50; Past Commands: USS Sentry, USS Champion, NMCLANT Unit Charleston, Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC), USS Gladiator, USS Devastator
Comments: I would like to thank all the great and amazing people that have helped me through my career: My Sea Daddy: RWCM Jusup Hansen ( :p ), MNCM Hartman, MNCS Luna, MNCS Snyder, MNCS Lopez, MNCS Tyler Smith, MNC Nunez, MNC Casses, MNC Musa and the all the Mineman that I have served with, alongside and for that have helped mentor me into who I am today. THANK YOU!
Date: 8/17/25
From: RWC(Sel) (EXW/AW) Daniel P. Culbertson
Email: Daniel.P.Culbertson.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VPU-1; NSW SA-2 / NSW SRT-2; NSW ATC Detachment Ft. Story; NSWDG; VX-23; CTF-59
Date: 8/17/25
From: FCAC (SEL) Jucksch, Greg
Email: standhaft7@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS SHILOH (CG67), USS DECATUR (DDG73), NTAG ORV, USS SHILOH (CG67), USS FITZGERALD (DDG62) Current TAD
Comments: Much appreciated to the Fitzgerald CPO Mess while I am TAD and seeing the journey through season. To the CPO Mess on Shiloh, thank you for the encouragement since my arrival in '23. FCACM Eugene Gabriel, FCACS Will Dawson, your mentorship over the last few years have been real and genuine. Thank you!
Date: 8/16/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Joshua Fahrenkrug
Email: jfkrug.jf@gmail.com
Duty Station: IWTG San Diego
Comments: I want to thank CTRCM(Ret) Nathan Mitchell, CTRCS Epps, CTRC Jarger
Date: 8/16/25
From: ADC(sel) Edgar M. Salazar
Email: salazaem13@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VFA-97
Comments: Shout out to ADCS Brooklyn Frey and AMCS Jermey Shank.
Date: 8/16/25
ITRC(SS/SW/IW)(Sel) Nicholas C. Morton
Email: nicholas.c.morton4.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: IWTS HI, USS Asheville, USS Key West, CTF 74, USS Frank Cable, USS Charlotte
Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(SW/AW)(sel) Devin Obermeyer
Email: obermeyerdevin@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NMRTC NE Newport, RI
Date: 8/16/25
From: YNC(SG)(SEL) Wilbert Camacho Jr.
Email: camachow013@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
Officer Training Command Newport
Navy Reserve NAVWAR IW NW
Navy Reserve MTOC Whidbey Island San Jose
NAVWAR Cyber West
USS Hampton (SSN 767)
NAVPMO SSP Flight Systems
USS Alaska (SSBN 732)(Gold)
Comments: I would like to thank the CPO Mess along with CWO4 Todd Haywood (former YNC), YNC(ret.) Derrick Sinegal, MTCS(ret.) Wes Polk, MTCS(ret.) John Cook, LCDR(ret.) Alan Bush (former TMC), CMDCM Robert "Bobby" Shelton, LT Markus Howard (former YNC), CWO4 Rafael AzconaSanchez, YNC William Ortiz, and HMC James Johnson for your leadership, mentorship, and impact in my life and career! I will ensure that I pay your efforts forward to the future Sailors I will lead.
Date: 8/16/25
From: MMNC(SW/AW) Sara Kinsella
Email: saraellese@gmail.com
Duty stations: USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (NNPTC)
Date: 8/16/25
From: PSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Peter Christian A. Atengco
Email: chichan1018@hotmail.com
Duty Station: HQ Allied Joint Force Command, Naples Italy
Date: 8/16/25
From: EMC(SW)(Sel) Haiqun Chen
Email: vinnygonavy2011@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6); USS Sterett (DDG 104); SERMC; USS Benfold (DDG 65); NWSE.
Date: 8/16/25
From: CSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Hazaelann A. Calalay
Email: Calalayh@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS LENAH SUTCLIFFE HIGBEE (DDG 123)
Comments: Thank you to CSCS Levett Ruffin, CSCS (ret.) Richard Bouranel, and HMCS Lester Spence! <3
Date: 8/16/25
From: LSC(SW/AW/EXW)(sel) Moses Cruz
Email: Mcruzz3897@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NMRTCNE (current), NSWDG, USS Harry S. Truman CVN 75
Comments: I have numerous Chiefs that I have thanked (current/previous commands). I have deliberately reached out to each of them who have helped me throughout my journey (there have been so many).
Date: 8/16/25
From: QMC(SW)(sel) Ryan Scalzo
Email: ryanscalzo123@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: Pearl Harbor 2017-2021, Everett 21-22, SWESC GL 22-25
Comments: Ready to hit the deck plates running.
Date: 8/6/25
From: FCAC(SW)(sel) Dex Hicks
Email: dexlhicks@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS SAN JACINTO (CG-56), Recruit Training Command, USS ROOSEVELT (DDG-80)
Comment: I’d like to thank my wife for holding me down when seas are rough and pushing me further. Also, LT Terrence Campbell, LT David Bemish, and FCACM Jake Baker for the guidance and mentoring through my career.
Date: 8/16/25
From: OSC(SW)(sel) Kevin Girard
Email: Kevingirard603@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Officer Training Command Newport, USS Milius(DDG69), USS San Antonio (LPD17)
Comments: First I'd like to thank my family. My mom, dad and all my siblings for giving me the drive to keep going. After that the sailors and many Chiefs who have taught me many lessons and giving me leadership opportunities along the way.
Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andrew Quigley
Email: quigley.usn@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
NMRTC New England Newport, RI
USS Ronald Reagan CVN 76
Naval Ophthalmic Support and Training Activity
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has supported me through my journey. My Sailors, Family, Leaders, and those who have shown me grace in my most vulnerable moments. This is all due to you! List is not all inclusive!
HMC Hawkins
HMCS Nowaczyk
HMCM Hill
HMCM Baldwin
HMCS Major
HMC Ret Martinez
HMCS Ret Mitchell
HMC Filidor
HMC Caro
HMCS Ret Alcasid
HMCS Porche
Date: 8/16/25
Name: HMC(Sel) Amber M. Ronquille
Email: amarie1691@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51)
NMRTC Jacksonville
NMRTC Pensacola

Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(Sel) Lindsay Edwards
Email: lindsay1023edwards@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NH Bremerton, NMRTC Yokosuka, NMC San Diego detachment Coronado, NH Pensacola, JTF GTMO
Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(Sel) Rashad Richardson
Email: rashad.a.richardson.mil@health.mil
Duty Stations: NMRTC Pensacola, USS Somerset LPD 25, NHP Guantanamo Bay.
Comments: I would like to think CMDCM Jeremy Dunlap, Master Chief Anderson Nyeche, Retired HMC Ruben Palkin, Retired HMC Alex Agreda, Master Chief Eric Ancheta, Captain David Jones
Date: 8/16/25
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) Anthony Meehan
Duty Stations:
USS Chancellorsville, Yokuska JP
PRT Khowst (Rotation H), Afghanistan
Camp Al Minhad, UAE
NTAG Heartland, Michigan
AEGIS ASHORE Romania
CJTF-OIR Camp Arifijan, Kuwait
Comments: My father got me here
Date: 8/16/25
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Rebecca Ann Sefcovic
Email: becky.sefcovic@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Great Lakes
Comments: So grateful and happy to be making this entry. I would like to thank my Chief Pratscher, and my Chiefs past and present in no particular order: Senior Chief Webb, Senior Chief Sherman, Master Chief Aligaen, Senior Chief Glenn, Chief Ralson, Chief Hoskey, Chief Vincent, Master Chief Ross, Mr. Rockers, Chief Martin and so many more!
Date: 8/16/25
From: ATC(AW)(Sel) Kenneth Tackett
Email: Ktackett222@gmail.com
Duty station: STRATCOM Wing One
Comments: I want to first thank my family and quite a few Chiefs AMCS Lach, ATCS Campion, ATCS Skipper, AEC Cook, ATC Newman, AEC Knisley and so many more throughout my career that have provided mentoring and guidance.
Date: 8/16/25
From: CSC (SEL) (SW/AW/IW) Metayer, Erold
email: eroldmetayer@gmail.com
Duty stations: NAVEUR/NAVAF NATO HQ COMP Joint Force Command
Date: 8/15/25
From: CTIC(IW)(SEL) Jacob Wernicke
Email: wernicke85@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NIOC Pensacola, NCIS Washington Field Office, ALRT @ CWMA-61, 505 CMT, NIOC HI.
Comments: There are three Chiefs in particular I would like to thank. ISC Lochridge for being the Chief to push me to be a better leader. CTRC Robinson who went from my least influential and then my biggest support all in one week. The last is ISCS Mueller, we promoted to 1st at the same time and he was a great peer mentor who showed me what it took to be a leader.
Date: 8/15/25
From: HMC(SW)(sel)Charles Brasel
Email: acbrasel32@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Jacksonville, FL; Naval Health Clinic Charleston, SC; LPD 20 USS Green Bay, Sasebo; Navy Medicine Training Support Command, Fort Sam Houston, TX; Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command, New Port RI.
Comments: N/A
Date: 8/15/25
From: PSC(Sel) (SW/FMF/AW) Jeremy Henriquez
Email: Jeremy.Henriquez@yahoo.com
Duty Stations:
Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic
Tactical Communications Command Two
Personnel Support Detachment Bahrain
3rd Medical Battalion
Naval Academy Preparatory School
Comments:
Date: 8/15/25
From: FCC(SEL)(SW/AW) Forgey Colby
Email: colbyforgey@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Schools Command, Newport RI
Comments:
Date: 8/15/25
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Jeremy W. Kowalski
Email: jeremykowalski15@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) (current), Naval Station Great Lakes, USS BOXER (LHD 4)
Comments: I look forward to learning and growing even more as a leader while standing beside the mess!
Date: 8/15/25
From: LSC(AW)(sel) Jwarren Dalrymple
Email: jwarren.dalrymple@ddg78.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Porter, ASD Jacksonville, HSC-7
Comments: LSC Mcnutt, LSC Warman, LSC Perales
Date: 8/15/25
From: OSC(AW)(sel) Jessica Bitell
Email: jessica.bitell@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit/NR C6F N6 COMM SYS cross-assigned to NR CSG8 PIT (NRC Pittsburgh), ISA AB Bahrain
Comments: I must thank my family first! My amazing husband, Nick and my two beautiful daughters Olivia (8) and Evelyn (4). My mother, Therese and my father, Bill have been my biggest fans since day one! Thank you! I have had quite a few Chiefs in my career that have not only guided and mentored me, but have absolutely inspired me. So thank you to OSCM Nick Wagner, QMCS Melissa Loos, STSC Frankie Garcia, ABFCS Levis Rosales, ABHCS(Ret.) Alex Leal and ACCM (Ret.) Richard Dickey. Last but not least, a huge thank you to my Sponsors – HTC Les Harms and ASC(Ret.) John Forgie.
Date: 8/15/25
From: HMC (Sel) Maycee Frey
Email: mayceefrey@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, EMF GL
Comments: Thank you to my husband for standing by my side since the very beginning of my Navy career. Thank you to my Dad who mentioned the Navy to me when I was in the 10th grade…it stuck with me. Thank you to those leaders that believed in me and challenged me. And of course, thank you to my sailors, for never a dull moment and allowing me to lead you.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: ITR(SS/IW)(Sel) Alycen Barney
Email: Alycen.l.barney.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: CSDS-5
Comments: Thank you to my children for sacrificing their mom to the Navy, the sailors who served along side me and helped me grow into the person I am currently becoming, ITNCM for truly believing in me as a second class, and most importantly, thank you to my spouse, there isn’t another person on this planet I would love to go through a chief season with more than you.
Date: 8/15/25
From: MAC(EXW)(sel)Logan Lecompte
Email: ljlecompte.navy@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MESG-2 DET BAH, SUBASE NL SECDET, NSA NAPLES SEC, SWFLNT KNGS BAY
Comments:
MACS Rob Duker, Thank you for pushing me beyond my known potential. I appreciate you for seeing the best in me and encouraging me to think three steps ahead. MACM Peter Limson, thank you for giving me the tools to succeed. Your guidance and support have been invaluable in my growth.
MAC Jalic Reddix, thank you for truly caring and always checking in. Your support has meant a lot to me.
MAC Mike Dicola. You have been a true brother to me, and I'm grateful for your friendship.
Date: 8/15/25
From: GMC(SW)(Sel) Laura Buchanan
Email: lauraannbuchanan.lb@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit (MARMC/ SURGEMAIN), COMSURFDEVRON 1, USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family for their constant support. My mother Terrie and father Brian have always been my #1 fans. I would also like to thank my twin sister Kayla for always pushing me to be better. Id like to thank all of the Chiefs who have been apart of molding me into a better Sailor and a better leader. Thank you FCCM Barry, FCCM Culley, GMC Wulf, GMC Wilson, GMC Oyola, FCC Hancox, STGC Swann, and ITC Yousef. I would not be the person I am today without all your guidance and mentorship. Thank you to my sponsors OSC Noell, and MMC (Ret.) Massey. I know I haven’t known you long but I appreciate all the support and knowledge being passed down to me.
Date: 15AUG25
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Jeremy W. Kowalski
Email: kowalskijeremy@ymail.com
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) (current), Naval Stations Great Lakes, USS BOXER (LHD 4)
Comments: I would like to thank all the great QMs I have worked beside throughout my career. I am proud to be apart of the mess! Lastly, I thank my family for their support. Couldn’t have made it this far without any of them.
Date: 8/15/25
From: ABHC(AW/SW)(Sel) Michael P. McPartland
Email: michael.p.mcpartland@outlook.com
Duty station: NRC Detroit/NMCB25 cross-assigned to NCHB10 EFAC. (Past: USS Ronald Reagan (CV76); USS George Washington (CVN73); USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN71); Naval Submarine School, Naval Base New London; NRC Toledo cross-assigned to NCHB-8.)
Comments: First and foremost I must thank my family. My wife Melissa and my two boys Brody(11) and Bryce(9.) My selection is a reflection of my family, my Sailors successes, and many leaders to include a few: ABCM(ret) Pick, Jason; ABCS Flores Ramirez, David; ABCS(ret.) Green, Terrance; ABCS(ret.) Olivia, Rudy; YNSSC Honeyager, Liz; ETRC Spencer, Heath; DCC Komindo, Joshua; HTCS Carlson, Justin; and many more.
Date: 8/15/25
From: FCC(SW)(sel) Dorian A. Snyder
Email: dastin1015@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Recruit Training Command (2025-current)
Surface Combat Systems Center Wallops Island (2022-2025)
USS PINCKNEY DDG 91 (2020-2022)
USS CHANCELLORSVILLE CG 62 (2017-2020)
From: AMC(AW)(Sel) Joseph Hopkins
Email: jnhops@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VFA-97 (current), VFA-125 VFA-25, NFDS Blue Angels, NRD Michigan, VAQ-132, VFA-122.
Comments: I want to thank my family for the support that I receive, and very special thanks to my wife who can do anything! I want to thank AMC Ticman, AMC Graham, ADCS Logan, CMC Nanney, and Master Chief Mason for guidance and support. I also want to thank AM1 Sylla, AM1 Hamila, and all the junior enlisted Sailors and Marines of VFA-125 for teaching me the 5th generation fighter and being patient with me while I learn.
Date: 8/14/25
From: ETVC(SS)(sel) Micheal Divinny
Email: mdivinny@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS RHODE ISLAND (SSBN 740)(GOLD)
NAVAL ORDNANCE TEST UNIT
Date: 8/14/25
From: MAC(SW/AW)(sel) Sarah L Araujo
Email: Sarah.araujo1893@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS PORTER (DDG 78)
Comments: So many people got me here! I'd like to thank CMDCM Mark House & CMDCM Isaiah Marauta, MACS Markeeta Harden, MAC Edlima Valencia, LSCS Eric Berrios, OSC Ronnie Jacobs. But especially my husband QMC Paul Araujo.
Date: 8/14/25
From: YNC(SW/AW)(sel) Andrew Perlinski
Email: ajperlinski@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
VAQ-130 (2012-2015)
FRCMA Det Pax River (2015-2019)
USS NIMITZ (2019-2022)
TPU PUGET SOUND (2022-2025)
USS PORTER (DDG-78) (2025-PRESENT)
Date: 8/14/25
From: GSMC(SW/AW)(sel) Elias Centeno
Email: eliascenteno7@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Porter (DDG-78)
Comments: I would like to thank the following mentors GSCS brasher, LSC Perales, GSMC Suarez, GSMC Caruso, and GSEC Corpuz.
Date: 8/14/25
From: GMC(SW/EXW/SW)(sel) Christopher Brock
Email: chris_brock94@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: Current Duty Station: USS PORTER (DDG78)
2019-2021 MESG-2 TEU
2016-2019 NAVBASE SAN DIEGO
2013-2016 VR-56
Date: 8/14/25
From: UTC(SCW/EXW)(Sel) Chyna O. Williams
Email: navywilliams89@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Las Vegas / Detachment NCB Eighteen
Comments: Primarily I thank God and my family for their unwavering support. I want to also extend my deepest gratitude to all the sailors I've had the honor of meeting and working with throughout my journey from my humble beginnings with NMCB Seventeen, to the BIG ONE (1NCR), NCB Eighteen, and NRC Las Vegas. Each command has been a meaningful chapter filled with valuable lessons, and I’ve been fortunate to learn from some of the best. Thank you to the NRC Las Vegas Chief Mess and NCB EIGHTEEN Chief Mess! A special thank you to: Command Master Chief Scott Johnson, Command Master Chief David Olayo, Command Master Chief Chad Bartman, Master Chief David Robinson, and Master Chief Jerry Shuemaker - Not simply for the titles they hold, but for the impact they’ve made on my personal and professional growth. Each of them, in their own way, encouraged me to speak up, stand firm in my beliefs, and most importantly taught me accountability, not just through words, but through consistent action. To Senior Chief Emry and Senior Chief Sigler thank you for pushing me past the limits I thought I had. Your guidance, high standards, and encouragement have made a lasting impact. Chief Salcedo, thank you for being there since the beginning and for always remaining true in character and support. Lastly, to my sponsors: Chief Villar (NRC LV), Chief Wahl (NCB 18), and Senior Chief (Ret) Ammons (NRC LV) – my co-sponsor. Thank you all for your unwavering support and belief in me. I’m humbled and grateful to be part of a legacy of strong, dedicated leaders.
Date: 8/14/25
From: ITC(SW/AW)(Sel) Nija G. White
Email: nija.g.white.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: USS Carney (DDG64)
Comments: I like to thank everyone who has ever been a part of my naval career. Not just the Chiefs that have helped and mentored me along the way but the junior sailors as well. But I want to give a special thank you to CWO2 Naporsha Barnett, Warrant Thurman, ITCM Ohrum, ITCS T. Harris, ITCS Adriana Nuevo, ITCS(ret) Rolesha Wahshington, ETCS Mike Barett. Without yall none of this would have been possible. So once again, thank you!
Date: 8/14/25
From: HMC(Sel)Pawit Tangmatitam
Email: pawittangtim@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: EMF CP Det LAC
Comments:
Date: 8/14/25
From: PSC(EXW)(Sel) Julleos Fernandez
Email: Julleos.A.Fernandez.mil@socom.mil
Duty Stations: Special Operations Command-Korea; Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit EIGHT
Comments: Honestly, What the #*$&@! But, since here we are, I would like to thank all the Chiefs that shaped who I am and built my character today. If it weren't for them, I would not have been able to make the rank of a Chief Petty Officer. Much love, everybody!
Date: 8/14/25
From: LSC(EXW/SW/AW)(Sel) Troy Wright
Email: Troy.J.Wright3.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VFA-106, HSM-70, PMO Pearl Harbor Det, MDSU-1.
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and family for always pushing and believing in me.
Date: 8/14/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(Sel) Benjamin L. Sechrist
Email: benjamin.l.sechrist.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: Special thanks to the team at NITC Corry Station, Pensacola: HMC(Ret). Felix Perez, ABEC Branden Brown, and YNC Jason Hines. I could not have made it here without them.
Date: 8/13/25
From: CMC(EXW)(Sel)Anthony Schmidt
Email: schmidtanthony.as@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON 10
Comments: First I would like to thank all the people who I had the honor to work with and lead over my career, I would not be here if it wasn't for all of them. Second I would like to thank all of the mentors I have had to guide and mold me into who I am, to list a few: LCDR Sarah Hanzes, CMC Brandon Johnson, ETC Gerald Sims, ENC Garrett Rochon, MAC Ryan Lynch, MAC Cory Donaldson, GMC Ryan Rhodes, HT1 Matthew McCarty, EN1 Fidel Lopez, HM1 Warakomski, and many more. Then last but not least I would like to thank my family, for continually supporting me everyday and for the continued support as I go forward into my next chapter.
Date: 8/13/25
From: BMC(AW/NAC)(sel)Richard Gaskill
Email: asgds3p2@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON-11
Comments: Thank you to AWFCM Colon, AWRCM Loiselle, AWRCM Sigman, AWOCS Crate, CWO3 Hauselmann, AWFC Dever, ITC Kimmons
Date: 8/13/25
From: TMC(SS/SW)(Sel)Lawson Mark Johnson
Email: scagliettigt612@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Jimmy Carter
Comments: Thank you to my wife and family for always pushing me and believing that I could do more and be a better sailor.
Date: 8/13/2025
From: LNC(AW/SW)(Sel) Brittaney Hust
Email: brittaney.hust@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR DSO West attached to NRC San Diego, NR RLSO Southwest, Naval Medical Center San Diego, USS Peleliu (LHA-5)
Comments: I would like to thank my father EWC/CTTC (Ret.) David Doyle, my family, and everyone at my past and present commands who have supported, guided, and taught me to be the Sailor I am today.
Date: 8/13/25
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Paul J Pratte
Email:
Duty Stations: NMCPAC EAD UNIT OKINAWA
I’d like to thank my wife Casey and my son John for always supporting me as well as all my Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have helped push me in the right direction and passed on there wisdom for me to pay forward as well.
Date: 8/13/25
From: BUC (SCW/EXW/AW) Conrad, Russell J
Email: RUSSELL.J.CONRAD2.MIL@US.NAVY.MIL
Duty Stations: NAVFAC EURAFCENT PWD Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank ALL the Chief's that got me here today.
Date: 8/13/25
From: EOC(EXW)(SEL) Lucas Muse
Email:
Duty Stations: EODMU2, NOSC Knoxville, EODESU 2.
Comments:
Date: 8/13/25
From: CTRC(Sel) Benjamin Lee Sechrist
Email: Bensechrist1@gmail.com or benjamin.l.sechrist.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty stations: NAVCENT Bahrain
IWTC Corry Station
USS ANTIETAM (CG-54)
CYBER DEFENSE ACTIVITY 64, MARYLAND
NIOD Alice Springs, Australia
USS NORMANDY (CG-60)
Comments: Born and raised in Collomsville, PA. Associates, Bachelors, and Masters Degrees while in the Navy. Volunteers with Lions Club and Project Linus, providing blankets to sick children in hospitals.
Date: 08/13/25
BMC(Sel)(SW) Robert VandenAkker
E-mail: robert.c.vandenakker.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty stations: Current: NAVELSG FWD CTG 56.3- NSA Bahrain. Past: USS New York (LPD-21).
Comments: I'd like to thank God for being with me every step of this journey. I'd like to thank my mentors BMC Lopez, BOSN Fifer, BOSN Williams, BOSN Hall, BMC Dahn and BMC Metcalf. I've learned more from you all than you'll ever know, as well as all the junior sailors that have entrusted me to lead and mentor them.
Date: 8/12/25
From: ATC(Sel) Anthony K. Noland
Email: aknoland1@gmail.com
Duty Station: VR-57, HSC-85, HCS-5,Task Group Trident, Guardian Three (G3) Shindand, Guardian Eight (G8) Kandahar
Comments:
Date: 8/12/25
From: SBC(Sel) Jared Kinne
Email: jared.a.kinne.mil@socom.mil
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team Twenty
Comments: Thank you to SBCS Mullinix and LT Joe Graybeal for setting me up for success on our last IDTC. They provided a great example of what leadership looks like. To my current Chief and LT, SBC McCabe and LT John Paul Koenig, thank you for giving me the opportunity to exemplify and experience leadership while also guiding me through the process.
Date: 8/12/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Andrew Robertson
Email: Robertson.g.andrew@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Denver, VR-61
Comments: Thanks to everyone who helped me get here, but especially AMC Alina Robertson.
Date: 8/12/25
From: NCC(Sel) Christian Martinez
Email: Christian.a.martinez31.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NTAG Pacific.
Comments: Thank you NCCS Sopiak, QMC Haze and NCCM Brown
Date: 08/12/25
From: SFC Andrew B. Pitts
Email: Andrew.b.pitts5.mil@health.mil
Duty Stations: Baumholder, Germany; MCAS Cherry Point; Fort Benning; MCAS Iwakuni Japan
Comments: Thank you for the consideration to allow a sister service attempt to join the Chief’s Mess.
Date: 8/12/25
From: HMC (FMF)(SEL) Mathew Davis
Email: mathew.c.davis4.mil@health.mil
Duty Stations: NMRTU Iwakuni, HSM-77, NAWDC, MAG-16, BHC Pax River, VFA-192
Comments: I would like to express my deepest love and appreciation to my family, for always supporting me. I am forever grateful to all my mentors for bestowing their invaluable wisdom onto me.
Date: 8/12/25
From: AMC (AW) (Sel) Joseph Lamb
Email: Joseph.lamb@cvw17.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VFA-22, USNA, VAQ-135, FRCNW, VAQ-135
Comments: I want to think CMDCM Carbone, AMCS Zimmerman, ETC Pierce, ADC Brian Joseph (Ret.), AMC Foley. And the many others that supported me, pushed me, and guided me to get this far and all the Sailors I've lead help me be a better version of myself.
Date: 8/12/25
From: FCC(SW)(Sel) Joel Copeland
Email: joel.c.copeland.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NAS Fallon, NAWDC
Comments: I would not be here without GMC Ragle or FCC Magee helping me out on my last ship.
Date: 08/12/25
From: UTC(SCW/EXW)(Sel) David Stiefermann
Email: dcstiefermann@gmail.com
Duty Stations: PWD Bahrain, CBMU 303 DET Pearl, LOGSU 2, PWD Diego Garcia, PWD Souda Bay, NCG2, NMCB 133, PWD Souda Bay
Comments: None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of my wife and kids. I have too many mentors and friends who've shaped me to list here, but I've made sure they know.
Date: 8/12/2025
From: QMC(SW)(Sel) Kevin Tejada
Email: Kevintejada21@hotmail.com
Duty stations: NR CSG4 (present), NRC Miami (2020-2023) and USS Lassen (2015-2020)
Comments: I want to thank my family who always has my back. I would also like to thank all the military personnel that I met through this journey and made an impact on my life and career.
Date: 8/12/25
From: CWTC(IW/SW)(SEL) Paul Brian Duhamel
Email: pbduhamel@gmail.com
Duty Station: JCAC, IWTC Corry Station (current); 554CPT, NIOC Pensacola; 600CST, NIOC Pensacola; USS Sampson DDG-102 (former BM)
Comments: I want to thank Janice Esteban, Jason Stevenson, Shawn Hutchison, Matthew Owen and Christopher Lewis for their guidance and leadership that has led me to door of the Chief's Mess. I also want to thank my wife Bethany, without whom none of this would be possible.
Date: 8/12/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL)Sean Marggraff
Email: sean.a.marggraff1@navy.mil seanmarggraff3@gmail.com
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station, CWG-6 Det Digby, NIOC Whidbey Island, COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain, NIOC Texas, USS Wasp (LHD-1)
Comments: A very special thanks to my children. They are my reason. I wouldn’t be who I am without them. Another big thanks to my sailors who have made being their leader and mentor incredibly rewarding. Lastly, thank you to everyone who helped guide, support, and mentor me. Thank you.
Special shout outs: CTTC Cameron Almond, CTRC Joseph Casantini, CTICM Andrea Hurley, CTTC Justin Clemons, LSCS Jimmy Langston
Date: 8/12/25
From: YNC(SW/AW/IUSS)(sel) Armand Wynne Garcia
Email: armandwynne15@icloud.com
Duty Station: NR CART LAC
Comments: I'd like to thank my family, LT Ortiz, ETVCM (Ret) Midgett, PSC Platero, LSC Marchio, LSCS "JJ" Johnson, PSC Love, YNC(Ret) Worthem, YNC(sel) Anaba, and PSC Rollon. Your guidance, mentorship, and unwavering belief in me have been the compass that kept me on course throughout this journey.
Date: 8/12/25 From: PSC(EXW)(sel) Guevara, Maryjean
Email: jguev10@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MDSC CHAR VC, MSRON11, NMPS SD, PMT-NMRC,Bell CA
Date: 8/12/25
From: GySgt Marquis Mayberry
Email: marquis.mayberry@usmc.mil
Duty Stations: MCAS Kaneohe Bay, MCAS Yuma, RS Saint Louis, MCAS Iwakuni
Comments: I am grateful for being afforded the opportunity to become a part of the Chiefs Mess.
Date:08/12/25
From: GMC(SEL) (SW/SCW/EXW) Martin, Michael
Email: martin110410@gmail.com
Duty Stations:
USS RUSSELL/USS HALSEY 2010-2013
USS LABOON 2013-2015
CSCS DET WEST 2015-2018
NMCB 3 2018-2023
SCSTC GLAKES 2023-2025
USS HARVEY C BARNUM JR. DDG 124 current
Comments: Happy to be apart of this.
Date:8/11/25
MMAC(SS)(SEL) Cory NelsonZust
Duty stations: UUVRON 3 Detachment Ventura, USS NEW MEXICO(SSN 779), SWRMC San Diego,USS CONNECTICUT (SSN 22)
Comments: I would like to thank Sam Kimbrough, Jack Durand, David Mroz, Joseph Williamson and Jared Fouke
Date: 8/11/25
From: CTRC(Sel) Makayla Kirlin
Email: vanblarcommakayla@icloud.com
Duty Stations: NRC Denver: NR C10F NIOCPACDEN. USS Lassen (DDG-82) USS Iwo Jima(LHD-7)
Comments: special thanks to my husband CTTC Kirlin, and my Baby boy Ezra. And another big thanks to my sailors who have made being their leader, easy and rewarding! Lastly, thank you to my Chiefs, past and present, who have showed me the way.
Date: 8/11/25
From: UTC(SCW/AW)(Sel) Saber S. Wang
Email: sibowang303@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Amphibious Construction Battalion 1, Camp Lemonier Djibouti, NRC LA
Comments: I'd like to express my sincere gratitude to BMCS Gayle A. Merino, BMCS Jorge A. Fajardo, and CE1 Ethan Dunnagan for their invaluable mentorship. I'm also incredibly thankful for the support of everyone else who guided and helped me get here.
Date: 8/11/25
From: HMC(FMF/MCD/PJ)(sel) Ryan Tobin
Email: rstobin60@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 4Th Reconnaissance Bn C Co - present, 4Th Light Armored Reconnaissance Bn
Comments: There are so people that got me to where I am and want to thank each and everyone of them.
Date: 8/11/25
From: MAC (sel) Allen J Neff
Email: Allen.j.neff@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Boise, Idaho, COMSUBGRU 9 FP Det 2, COMSUBGRU 9 FP Det 1, N3AT Security Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
Comments: I would like to express my thanks and gratitude to my family at home, without them this would not be possible. I would also like to thank all of the service members that I have had the privilege of working with, serving with and being mentored by, without them I would not be able to be where I am today. I am eternally grateful for them all. Family is everything, be it our families at home or family across the forces.
Date: 8/11/2025
From: ISC(IW)(Sel) Cole K. Anderson
Email: cole.k.anderson.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NR COMPACFLT Los Angeles
Comments: Thank you to my friends and family, Navy family included. ISC Antonio Adams, ISC Emil Delacruz, ISCS Joshua Torres, ISCS M. Brown, ISC Ryan O'Hagan.
Date: 8/11/25
From: CMC(sel) Belamide, Edwin Achilles C.
Email: achie@belamide.com
Duty Stations: ACB-1 2012-2014 ; NCHB14 2014-2025
Date: 8/11/25
From: ADC (AW/SW) (Sel) Alyzza Contrano
Email: alyzza.contrano@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Los Angeles RSU, FRC West Lemoore, VRC-30, USS Theodore Roosevelt, FRCMA Virginia Beach
Date: 8/11/25
From: NCC(SEL) Alexander Jordan
Email: ajjordanusn0409@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NTAG PACIFIC, NTAG PITTSBURGH, USS MAKIN ISLAND
Comments: I first want to thank my Wife and Kids who have stuck with and supported me though everything good times and bad, And of course my mentors NCC Boeh and NCCS Subido.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ITC(sel)(IW/SW) Jarel Moseley
Email:jmoseley080@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Los Angeles, SEAL Team 17, REDCOM Fort Worth, NCTS Det Jacksonville, USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: It’s an absolute honor to be here.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ABFC(AW)(Sel)Chi Lao
Email: chilao@ymail.com
Duty Stations: NR CART LAC, NR FLC FUELS NOR
Comments: It is incredible to be among those that I have looked up throughout my Navy career. I would not be able to reach this stage in my life without the many that have supported and saw in me at times I could not see for myself. To my family, friends, shipmates; I cannot Thank You enough.
Date: 8/11/25
From: STGC(Sel) Jessica Hall
Email: jessicanobert@me.com jessica.n.hall29.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: PCU Patrick Gallagher (DDG-127) ’24-present, TUSCLANT ’21-'24, USS O’Kane (DDG-77) ’19-'21, RLSO SW ’17-’18, USS Princeton (CG-59) ’16-17, USS Gridley ’15-16, SWRMC ’13-15, USS Sterett (DDG-104) ’13, FLEASWTRACENPAC ’12-’13.
Comments: You learn more from bad leaders than the good ones. Cherish the good ones.
Date: 8/11/25
From: CTTC(SW)(Sel) Kate Bowen
Email: Katebowen1029@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Thomas Hudner DDG 116
Comments: I want to thank my family for always supporting me, FCACS(RET) Seth Sherman, CWO Dan Richter, CTRC Casey Lima, CWO Kory Mozee, and CTTC Kate Williams for guiding me to where I am today.
Date: 8/11/25
From: EOC(EXW)(sel) Joanna Jovel Fuertez
Email: jovel_fuertez@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NMCB 17(Feb 2013), CBMU 303, NCHB 14, NCB 22
Date: 8/11/25
From: MAC (Sel) (SW) Andrew McCarthy
Duty Stations: USS THOMAS HUNDER (DDG116) 24-present, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard 21-24, USS GEORGE H W BUSH (CVN) 18-21, NSF Bahrain 17-18, Naval Support Activity Washington 14-17, SWFLANT 10-14
Comments: I would like to thank my amazing and understanding wife and kids first. MACS Holland for guiding me to be a better leader. My ships current Mess. Especially PSC Bensch, EMC Hartman, GMC Radkte, GMC Wiederhoeft and FCC Ward. For pushing me to get my pin to helping with my programs. I definitely wouldn’t have been selected without my pin.
Date: 8/11/25
From: BMC(EXW) Esteban Reyes Feliz
Email: estebanreyesfeliz@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON-10 Det Mayport, Recruit Training Command, Navy Cargo Handling Battalion One.
Comments: I want to thank first and foremost God for getting me to this point in my career. My wife and family for always being there for me on those long work days, and lastly all the mentors that poured into me to mold me into the sailor I am today.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ENC(SW/AW)(SEL) ISRAEL
Duty Stations: IRT to NAVSCOLEOD (EGLIN, FL)
Comments: I wanna thank my guys who have supported me through it all.
Date: 8/11/25
From: CMC(SCW/EXW) Rose, Justin
Email: justin.s.rose.mil@socom.mil j.rose210@gmail.com
Duty Station: NSWG-1 Det Bahrain
Comments:
Date: 8/11/25
From: EMC(SEL)SW/AW Giordano, Luigi
Duty Stations:Was first onboard the USS Abraham Lincoln CVN72 from 18-22. Then got stationed at PHNsY and IMF from 22-25. And will be executing orders to go to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit One in Pearl Harbor as well.
Comments: I'm proud and happy to of been selected. And hope to lead and continue setting a good example for years to come.
Date: 8/11/25
Name: ISC(AW)(sel) Ashley Hassard
Duty Stations: NR ONI FTAC COL, NRC Columbus
Comments: Big thanks to ATC Mike Wisdom, ISC Adam Hernandez, ISC Timothy Likens, ISC Brian Jones, ISC Kevin Baxley, CWTCS Jack Harvey, ISCS Shaun Murphy and ISCS Matt Lindemeier.
Date: 8/11/2025
From: ATC(sel)(AW) Douglas Kaiser
Email: douglas.r.kaiser.mil@us.navy.mil douglas.roy.kaiser@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 2015-2017 Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Detachment Iwakuni, Japan; 2017-2022 Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron Nine, Whidbey Island, Washington; 2022-Present Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Detachment Iwakuni, Japan.
Comments: second generation Navy of a wide history of family service. Hobbies include 3D printing and model making/painting.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ETC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Ryan W Smith
Email: ryan.smith@ddg115.navy.mil datavomit@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: USS RAFAEL PERALTA(DDG115), CFAY, USS MILIUS(DDG69), USS MCCAMPBELL(DDG85), TSCOMM DET WHIDBEY ISLAND, USS NIMITZ(CVN68), USS FORD(FFG54).
Comments: I want to thank my wife Liz and kids Julian, Lily, Caleb, Penny, and Tobias. I wouldn't have made it this far if you all weren't will to put up with me being gone all the time. I would also like to thank my parents, BMC(ret) Larry Smith and Helen Smith, If it wasn't for you two applying a little foot to ass to do something with myself, I would probably still be there in my old room sitting at my computer.
Date: 8/10/25
From: FCC(SW)(Sel) Chavira, David
Email: dchavi000@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: Thanks to my wife Samantha and my dogs Leila and Sunny. Special thanks to my father NCC Luis Chavira USN Ret. and my brother OS2 Bernie Chavira for all the guidance growing up. Thanks to my mom for teaching me humor and caring!
Date: 8/10/25
From: DCC(SW/AW)(sel)Brent George
Email: brentgeorge15@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: I want to thank my wife Cheyenne and kids Emma, Waylon, Kadence for always supporting me as well as all of my past CWO’s, Chiefs, and Senior Chiefs for getting me to this point.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ISC (IW/EXW/SW/MTS) (Sel) Gilbert Scott
Email: gilbert.t.scott.mil@us.navy.mil gilbert.t.scott@gmail.com
Duty Stations: BCME (May25-Current), NEIC (2021-2025), IWTC VB (2020-2021), PC11-USS Whirlwind (2019-2020), NASC Swim Site Norfolk (2016-2019), CRS4 (2012-2016), RIVRON ONE (2009-2012).
Comments: Humbled to be surrounded and guided by incredible leaders who gave me the opportunity to lead with intention free from obstacle in austere environments in pursuit of the mission. Heavy is the weight.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ITRC(SS)(Sel)Andrew Whipkey
Email: andrew.whipkey@gmail.com andrew.t.whipkey.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, NR SUBGRU 7 GLI, MTOC Detroit, NR SUBLANT UWO DET, USS-Miami (SSN-755), NAVSUBSPPCEN NEW LONDON
Comments: I want to thank the leaders who raised me up to where I am and who helped me grow into who I am. LPOs, Chiefs, and a particularly hard headed, big hearted XO who didn't give up on me when I was doing my best to be a dirtbag.
Date: 8/10/25
From: EMC (SW)(Sel) Henrique Chavez
Email: hchavez1127@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS MICHAEL MURPHY
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and my two daughters for supporting me through my career. I would also like to thank all who I met on this journey, every experience taught me a lesson.
Date: 10AUG25
From: MAC(EXW/SW/AW) Bryan Gary
Email: Bryan.r.gary@gmail.com
Bryan.r.gary.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations:
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command MAY23 - Current
USS Nimitz (CVN-68) OCT18-APR23
HPU Bahrain MAY16-MAY18
NAS Fallon APR12-APR16
NSA Naples OCT08-MAR12
Camp Lemonier NOV09-AUG10
HPU Bahrain AUG07-SEP08
MA A-School JUN07-JUL07
RTC Great Lakes APR07-JUN07
Comments: I want to thank those leaders who guided me to be better and my junior sailors who forced me to be a better leader.
Date: 8/11/25
From: RSC(SW/AW)(SEL) LUBONG, KIM RUBIO
Email: kiman671@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS KIDD(2015-2020), NTAG RED RIVER(2020-2023), USS BENFOLD (2023-Present)
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family that is always very supportive and understanding and always there me no matter what, they are my inspiration and motivation for me to keep up and moving. And for the love and care for me. To our Almighty God who gave me strength and wisdom throughout my life. And to all my friends and mentors who are always there for me as well. And to all the sailors that I had in the past and the present they make it easier for me to get to this point.
Date: 8/10/25
From: BMC(SW)(Sel) Cody Platt
Email: Sallister129@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: Huge Thank you to my wife Logan and the people who taught me all I know.
Date: 8/10/25
From: MMNC (SEL) Alexander Cairo
Duty Stations: USS Alaska (Gold)(SSBN-732) (Previous), Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (Current)
Comments: Appreciate the amazing Chiefs throughout the years that have gotten me to where I am today. Probably wouldn't have gotten selected if it weren’t for them: MMNC Scott Patrick, EDMC Matthew Looney, COB Raines, STSC Derek Masch and Retired TMC Raymond Ortiz. Kodiak Tough!!!
Date: 8/10/25
From: YNC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Steven Wiesner
Email: budwiesner_1@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NTAG PITTSBURGH-MEPS BUFFALO, NY(Apr 25 to Present)/USNS MERCY(T-AH 19)(Oct23 to Feb24)(IA)/COMNAVSURFPAC(Feb23 to Apr25)/USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)(Jan20-Feb23)/NAVIFORES REG SE(Oct16-Jan20)(/USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40)(Sep14-Oct16)/JICO-A ISAF HQ KABUL, AFGHANISTAN(IA)(Aug12-Aug13)/CPRW-2(Oct10-Sep14)/USS NIMITZ (CVN-68)(Nov07-Oct10)
Comments: First, I would like to thank all Sailors I have worked with in the past, especially all of the Sailors and Marines whom I had the privilege to serve with. Without them, I wouldn't have gotten to where I am today. I'd like to thank the following Chiefs who helped mentor me throughout my career - YNCS(Ret) Jason Bradford, YNC(Ret) Edward Morales, and YNC Eric Tyson. These three laid the foundation of my leadership. Above all, I'd like to thank my amazing wife Rebecca, my parents DPC(SW)(Ret) Rene Wiesner, Jeff Wiesner (Honorary Master Chief), and my brother James for getting me the tough times. They are my anchor and I couldn't have done this without them. I am honored to carry on the family tradition of service to this great nation.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ETC(SW/IW)(Sel) Ryan Lee Johnson
Email: ryanjohnson404@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Iwo Jima, NATTC Pensacola, USS James E. Williams, USS Blue Ridge
Comments: Thanks to all the Sailors who helped me get to this point in my career. Always manifest positive outcomes while managing your expectations. Every failure is a lesson and every lesson is blessing!
Date: 8/10/25
From: GSEC (SW)(Sel)Kevin Seaver Moran
Email: kevinseavermoran@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS MASON DDG87, GUANTAMANO BAY NAVAL STATION, USS ANTIETAM CG54, USS MICHAEL MURPHY DDG 112
Comments:
Date: 8/10/25
From: QMC (SW/IW/AW) (SEL) Jennifer D. Wilson
Email:
Duty Stations: USS Patrick Gallagher (DDG 127); NRPS Albany; USS Wasp (LHD 1)
Comments: First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my siblings and family for their unwavering support throughout my time in the service. I'm also deeply thankful to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, mentors, and friends who have guided me and offered encouragement when I needed it most. Finally, to all the current Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who are walking alongside me during this season, your guidance means the world to me. I will be forever grateful!
Date: 8/10/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Christopher David Fite Email: CFITE09@GMAIL.COM, CHRISTOPHER.D.FITE.MIL@US.NAVY.MIL
Duty Stations:
Brooks Center for Maritime Engagement
USS SAMPSON (DDG-102)
Navy Cyber Warfare Development Group
USS SOMERSET (LPD-25)
USS PELELIU (LHA-5)
Comments: All the thanks to the Sailors I've had the honor and privilege of working with, with out them I wouldnt be here today. I want to thank the CPOs and Officers that have helped mold and guide me throughout the years helping me learn the hard lessons whether I liked or wanted to or not. Most of all want to thank my family, without their constant support and love.
Date: 8/10/25
From: AMC (AW/SW) (Sel) Benjamin Mones
Email: jhiear_85@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: VRM-40, FRC SW, HSM-49, USSNew York (LPD-21).
Comments: I want to thank everyone who guided, mentored, and supported me along the way, more especially to my wife. I couldn't have achieved this without you.
Date: 8/10/25
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Triston Smith
Email: Triston.smith501@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWC Port Hueneme Division / USS Mt. Whitney LCC-20 / USS Chancellorsville (CG-62)
Comments: All the glory is to God. Thankful for my family, mentors along the way, and the sailors I’ve had the pleasure of working with. God bless
Date: 8/10/25
From: RWC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Robert A. Smith
Email: onuzim@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER(CVN-69), SURFACE WARFARE OFFICERS SCHOOL ELS NORFOLK, EODESU TWO, USVRON ONE
Comments: I would like to thank my Wife, my Daughter's and the rest of my family for always being so supportive of what I am doing. I would also like to thank all of the fantastic leaders I have had over the last 15 years.
Date: 8/10/25
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Charles Bernard Coffelt
Email: Russellcrofelt@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Rhode Island SSBN 740, Trident Training Facility Kingsbay, USS Florida SSGN 728, Naval Ordnance Test Unit, USS Wyoming SSBN 742
Comments: Thank you to everyone along my path including: QMC(AW) Dustin Adkinson, MTCM(SS) Keevin Johnson, MTCS(SS) Brent Barefoot, MMAC(SS) Neil Rieber, FCCS(IW) Evan Traylor, MTCS(SS) Cody Arabie, and many more not named. For your guidance and friendship, most of all though, I thank my children for giving me strength.
Date: 08/10/25
From: HTC(sel) Zane Ferguson
Email: zane.ferguson95@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS GERMANTON (LSD 42), ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT FIVE (ACU 5), MID-ATLANDTIC MAINT. CENTER (MARMC), USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Date: 8/10/25
From: GySgt Kristopher W. Wise
Email: kristopherwise94@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NMCPAC EAD UNIT OKINAWA
Comments: I'd like to thank all of the leaders both Marine and Navy, who have helped guide and mentor me throughout my career. I wouldn't have made it this far without them all. Semper Fidelis!
Date: 8/10/25
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Robert Brown
Email: robertdbrown77@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS HIGGINS (DDG-76), USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG-54), USS SHILOH (CG-67)
Comments: I would like to first thank my wife for standing by me through my journey in the Navy and always supporting me no matter what. I would also like to thank MMC Carter, GSCS Morales, GSMC Massey, GSCS Miles, GSMC Wallace, GSEC Anderson, MMC Mack, GSCS Brienza, CWO3 Atwater, CW03 Miceli, CW03 Argueta, CDR Thomas, and CDR Jenkins for the mentorship and guidance provided to me by each and every one of you. You have impacted my life more than you could imagine just by being good human beings and taking time out of your day to train sailors and better our Navy.
Date: 8/9/25
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andy Coleman jr
Email: SirAndyColeman3@gmail.com
Duty Station: NSWC PHD, USS John C Stennis, NAVSUP FLC SD DET FALN, HSM-71, USS Antietam (CG 54), USS Cowpens (CG 63)
Comments: I had a lot of help to get to this point. I want to give a special thanks to FCACS Johnson for understanding what I was going through personally, guided me through that process, stood by my side and never doubted me. RSCM(SW) Leon (Ret) for allowing me to witness how she style of leadership. How she enforced standards, held people accountable but moved mountains for people who will never know she did and my first LPO Robert Gonzalez who has been in my corner from the very beginning.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MMAC(SS)(Sel) Joseph Tyler Cleveland
Email: jtylerbass@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRL, USS Rickover (SSN 795), USS North Dakota (SSN 784)
Comments: I would like to thank MMACM(SS) Cody Henry and his wife, MMACM(SS) Rob Clark, MMACS(SS) Jason Crotwell, MMAC(SS) Ryan Bitten, MMAC(SS) Jordan Brown, and MMAC(SS) Hock for teaching me how to lead and how to dive. Thank you to my wife and daughter for their never ending support shore side. Thank you to my parents for pushing me to join the Navy which allowed me to achieve this goal.
Date: 8/10/25
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Carl James Price III
Email: cprice43228@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS HIGGINS(DDG76), NBU7, TSC Hampton Roads, USS WHIRLWIND(PC11), USS CHOSIN(CG65)
Comments: I’d like to thank my husband, Brandon, for being by my side for these 13 years and believing that I have what it takes to get to this point. I’d also like to thank QMC Stewart and OSCS Ketsdever for taking their time to care for me at my lowest points and helping me find the strength to continue this journey.
Date: 8/09/25
From: MTC(SS)(Sel) Garrett Smoyer
Email: garrettsmoyer93@gmail.com
Duty Stations: SSBN 731 USS Alabama (Blue)
Comments: I am thankful for all the leaders that I have had during my last 10 years. I am eager for my new journey and to follow in the footsteps of my mentors.
Date: 8/9/25
From: NDC(SEL)Isaac J. Padilla
Email: Isaac.deepsea13@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Research Facility Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful wife, as I would not have been able to be this successful without her support and love. I would like thank HMC Isais, Andrew for the infinite effort and care he has provided for me in life, career and friendship.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL)Andrew W. Feist
Email: AndrewFeist643@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRL Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to give a special thanks to all of the sailors, past and present, junior and senior, who I have worked alongside by providing guidance, experience, and memories.
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW)(Sel)Dylan Mitchell
Email: Dymitchell00@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWC PHD
Comments: Thank you Derek Webb for your guidance and unwavering belief in my ability to succeed.
Date: 8/9/25
FCAC(SW/AW)(sel) ErvinJordan Dizon Mallari
Email: Mallari_Ervin@yahoo.com
Duty Station : NSWC PHD WHITE SANDS
Comments: I am thankful to God, my family, especially my parents. All of the great leaders that have helped me such as FCACS Espenshade, FCACS Yuengert, FCACS Elliott, FCAC Bernier, FCAC Harrison, LT. Daniel and CW04 Kennedy.
Date: 8/9/26
From: QMC (SEL) Kody L. Tanner
EMAIL: Kodytanner@icloud.com
Duty Station: USVRON ONE
Comments: I want to Thank my family for supporting me in all of my career decisions and I want to thank my mentors. For providing with from my first command to get me to where I am now.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ITC(SW/IW)(SEL) Michael Sills
Email: michael.sills22@gmail.comm
Duty Stations: Unmanned Surface Squadron One. Past: USS Port Royal CG73 , Commander Submarine Group 7.
Comments: I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to ITS USN ret.Terry Johnson, FCCS USN Ret.Shaun Tucker, ITCM USN Ret. Wyatt Simpson for crafting me into the leader I didn't know I could be. And to my wife Kaylin and sons this is for yall.
Date: 8/9/25
From: YNSC(SS)(SEL) Brandon Keith Kidd
Email: Brandon.k.kidd3.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRL, USS CONNECTICUT (SSN 22) , USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23), USS SEAWOLF ( SSN 21)
Comments: Thank you to Andre Bushart, Elliott Eagerton, Ron Miller, James McGarrah, Nicholas Wallace, Josh Ayers, Daniel Cudney, Brett Olivieri, Mike Haraburda, Jas Harrison, Robert Knapp, Christopher Smith, Garrity Johnson, Jake Blair.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ATC(AW)(Sel) Falicia Yvonne Morse
Email: Falicia.morse@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VFA-136
Comments: Thank you Rob and Hannah for supporting me through out the years.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ITC(IW)(Sel) Andrew GarigMeyer
Email: agarigmeyer@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCTS Far East
Comments: Thank you to Denise Caguioa for supporting me and being a part of my family!
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(EXW/IW)(Sel) Zach Wheeler
Email: zachary.w.wheeler6.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRC Greensboro, COMSUBGRU 10
Comments: I'd like to thank all the sailors I've met that left places better than when they found them, without thought to any rewards given to them. I'd like to thank the ones that deserved this more than I do, but never received the chance.
Date: 8/9/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Stetson Thomas
Email: stetson.thomas26@gmail.com
Duty Stations: U.S. NMRTU Bahrain
Comments: Thankful to God for his Grace and Mercy and for placing me in the pathway of amazing people! To all my Sailors, Marines, and Soldiers throughout the years, thank you! Thank you for your trust and allowing me to lead you. Also, thank you for the many lessons you taught me. To HMCM Wasim Mohamed, HMCS Abigail Barrera, NCCS Michelle Figueroa, HMC Michael Harris, HMCS Christopher Mathena USN Ret., HMCS Elsie Hart USN Ret., HMC Beth Vega USN Ret., and Billy Valdivia (RIP) thank you! Thank you for your guidance, steadfast mentorship, and unwavering support when it mattered the most. You all have been pillars in my Naval Career and I'm honored to have worked for or served with you! I humbly await to see where this Navy journey takes me next!!
Date: 8/9/25
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Thomas Raju Huber
Email: thomas.r.huber8.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: NCTC Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who supported me through my last 16 years of service. Especially a huge shout out to Retired CMD Master Chief Rainwater, Master Chief Chamberlain, Senior Chief Burke, and Current Active Senior Chief Shuck, Chief Hidalgo, Chief Vanzandt and so many more. With out your guidance, mentorship, and corrections I would not be where I am today. Thank you so much!!
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW) (SEL) Derek R. Wade
Email: derekwade97@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS JOHN S. MCCAIN (DDG 56)
Comments: I am whole heartedly thanking CWO2 Hingle for his professional and personal guidance, as well as patience. FCACS Weyant for telling me how it is.
Date: 8/9/25
From: CTRC(IW) Kelcie Tennent
Email: kelcietyler@icloud.com
Duty Stations: NIOC Whidbey Island, NIOC Colorado, NR COMPACFLT N2N39
Comments: Thank you to my spouse and CTRC Natalie Hailey for helping me to get here.
Date: 8/9/25
From: BUC (EXW/SCW) (SEL) Adam Jay Walton
Email: Adam.walton1621@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSWG-1 LOGSU-1
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has supported my career for the last 17 years and so many amazing mentors along the way who guided me to this amazing honor. A special mention to the two members of the Mess that without them I wouldn't be where I am today: Retired Master Chief Doug Heiner and Senior Chief John Martin. These two have had a major impact on my career and have shown me what it truly means to be a Chief; they understood, mentored and corrected issues that I had as a junior sailor. Congratulations to all the selectees!
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SW) (Sel) Patrick Adamek
Email: project904@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCIS TMU Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Seaba for supporting me through the years and taking care of our three daughters (Lina-7, Arsema-5, Soliana-2) while deployed. I would also like to thank all the amazing Chiefs I have had the privilege to serve with over the last 18 years.
Date: 8/9/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Dennis Mata
Email:
Duty Stations: NMRTU Bahrain
Comments: I am thankful for my wife, son, parents, siblings, and naval service mentors.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(AW) (sel) JERIAMIAH A. MICCILE
Email: jmiccile@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCIS NEFO, NR NSF NLON, 2ND BN 6TH AND 3RD BN 6TH MARINES, WFTB Parris island.
Comments: I love my country, and I have always had a need to serve. Thank you to my family for their support and patience. I am honored and humbled to be accepted into this new family. I would like to give gratitude to MAC(AW) Fernando Barreira, MAC(AW) Devin Cook, MAC(AW) Thomas Panzica, MACS Nathaniel Priebe, MACM David Cussen, The "Bear" and MAC Jose Santiago. To the future people I forge alliances with- to better serve the Navy- I can't wait to meet you.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SEL) Eric P. Dossantos
Email:eric.p.dossantos.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: BUD/s Class 292 + 293
CRS-3
NSA Bahrain
Naval Base 32nd St San Diego MWD
NSA Bahrain MWD
Comments: Class 132
Date: 8/9/25
From: ASC(AW/SW)(sel) Braidon David Voss
Email: Braidonvoss22@gmail.com
Duty Stations: AIMD Bahrain
Comments: I would like to take this time to thank first is my family, mom (Twila Voss), sister (Brianne Miller Rowe), sister (Brittney Voss), sister (Brooke Voss), for always having my back and making me be the best version of myself. I would also like to thank ASC (ret.) Dan Catala, ASC (ret.) Francisco Arguelles, ASC (ret.) Jason Burrows, ASCS Anthony Wagner, ASC James Hillman, ASC George Tate III, ASCM Paul Vela, ASCS Jessica Garcia, ASC Sabra Polk, the love and support that I have received over the last 12 years, I am truly grateful. "NO AIR SUPPORT WITH OUT GROUD SUPPORT".
Date: 8/9/25
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Sean Ouimette
Email: seanouimette@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: HSM-50
Comments: I would like to thank all those who have guided me along the way with respect to them all I must put spotlight on two of them. ATCS(RET) Thoreson and AMC Klitzkie. Thank you for the guidance.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MNC(SW)(sel) Philip Cole Dalton
Email: eloc182@live.com
Duty Stations: UUVRON-3, USS Charleston (LCS 18), NMC PAC EAD Unit Okinawa, USS Scout(MCM 8), MCM Crew Conflict
Comments: It is a huge honor for me to finally be able join this Mess. I would like to thank MNCS(SW)(Ret) David Rowe, MNCS(SW)(Ret) Henry Guerrero, MNC(SW)(Ret) Robert Rimer, ITC(SW/EXW/IW)(Ret) Diron Cameron, LSSC(SW)(Ret) Richard Andrade, BMC(SW)(Ret)Matthew Dill, MNC(SW/EXW)(Ret) Kelly Freeman, MNCS(SW) Jose Avelar, MNCS(SW/AW/EXW) Zac Sund, MNC(SW/AW) Daniel Chaboya, BMC(SW/AW)Jesse Watson, BMC(SW/AW) Cordaryl Sims, and BMC(SW/EXW) Edney Sheehan for crafting me into a sailor worthy of the title and the privilege to become a Chief!
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Dang Duong
Email: DangDuong10@Yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain, MESG-2 Det Bahrain, CFA Chinhae
Comments: I want to thank my wife Reygine for her constant support and love. Everything I do in my life is for her and my daughter. Additionally, I want to thank my mentor MAC Rob Duker for guiding me to this point in my career.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Emenson Exilus
Email: emensonexilus@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain / NSF
Comments: Looking forward to the journey.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jose Illasroman
Email: jose.illas45@gmail.com
Duty Station: VRM-40
Comments: I would like to express my gratitude to my family for their unconditional support. Additionally, I would like to call out the following: ATCS Bryan, AMCS Rosiak, ATCS Kauffman, AMCS Janome, AECS Jones, AECS Watts, AECS Doughty, AMC Wright, AEC Hagan, ATC Clements, and AEC (Ret) Cronin and say thank you for your mentorship, guidance, and support for the past 11 years and more to come. Congratulations to all Selectees!
Date: 8/9/25
From: ETVC(SS)(sel) Carson Annis
Email: carson.annis1@gmail.com
Duty Stations: SUBGRU2, Charlotte NC
Comments: Congratulations all Selectees!
Date: 8/9/25
From: YNC(AW)(Sel) Raul Rivera Jr.
Email: Raul.rivera@ddg1001.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS MICHAEL MONSOOR (DDG 1001) Currently Stationed Onboard & Deployed; DESRON 50/CTF 55; SMWDC; Spec Ops Korea; VQ-3; NSA Bahrain; Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Comments: 3rd times the charm, only select onboard & going through season while deployed… looking forward to connecting with other selects. Congratulations to all!!
Date: 8/9/25
From: ASC(AW/SW)(sel) Braidon David Voss
Email: Braidonvoss22@gmail.com
Duty Stations: AIMD Bahrain
Comments: I would like to take this time to thank first is my family, mom (Twila Voss), sister (Brianne Miller Rowe), sister (Brittney Voss), sister (Brooke Voss), for always having my back and making me be the best version of myself. I would also like to thank ASC (ret.) Dan Catala, ASC (ret.) Francisco Arguelles, ASC (ret.) Jason Burrows, ASCS Anthony Wagner, ASC James Hillman, ASC George Tate III, ASCM Paul Vela, ASCS Jessica Garcia, ASC Sabra Polk, the love and support that I have received over the last 12 years, I am truly grateful. "NO AIR SUPPORT WITH OUT GROUD SUPPORT".
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(AW)(Sel) Tyler Bohnenberger
Email: tylerbohnenberger@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain
Comments: I want to thank my beautiful wife, Breanna, and my amazing kids, Tathan and Lainey, I wouldn’t be here without them. I also want to thank all the amazing Chiefs I’ve had the privilege to serve with over the last 12 years.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SW)(Sel) Stephen Nichols
Email: nicholsw2010@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain, NSA Panama City, USS John S. McCain, Naval Base Kitsap, SWFPAC
Comments: I am grateful for the support of my family throughout the years. I couldn’t have made this huge milestone without my Sailors and my leadership that have gotten me to this point. Thank you to CMDCM Frank Diego, MACM Dameon Perez and MAC Jalic Reddix just to name a few real goats for giving me guidance and mentorship to know what right looks like!
Date: 8/8/25
From: HMC(FMF/MCD/FPJ)(Sel) Jason Johnson
Email: Jason.Philip.Johnson@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 4th Reconnaissance Bn A co. & MSORD (Marine Special Operations Reserve Detachment)
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their continued sacrifice and support. My sons Tristan and Ethan, my daughter Janie May, and my wife Jennifer. I have had strong leaders and weak leaders and I have learned from all of them. Everyone that meets me will learn something, whether it strong or weak, only they can decide.
From: BMC (EXW)(sel) Ben Fink
Email: bfinknavy@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCHB-10, MSRON-10
Comments: It is an honor to be considered to be a part of the mess and I could not be here without the unending support of my family, my faith and the mentors that have provided wisdom and direction. To the khakis that have provided me cover, provided sound instruction and knocked me over the head in order to get out of my own way, I salute you and look forward to forging ahead together for the next generation of sailors.
Date: 8/8/25
From: HMC(IW)(sel) Sheila Badgerow
Email: sbadgerow0222@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC CLT
Comments: Congratulations to all selectees
Date: 8/8/25
From:ITC(IW)(SEL) Andrew Lee GarigMeyer
Email: agarigmeyer@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NAVCOMTELSTA FAR EAST; COMFIFTHFLT; NIOC YOKOSUKA
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thanks a few of the many Chiefs and Sailors who helped mold me and set a standard that I continue to strive for. Y'all put so much faith in me -CMDCMC(Ret) James Northrop, CMDCMC Benjamin Pittinger, ITCS Randall Thornton, CWTCS Nicholas Culver, ITC(SEL) Milton Walker, CTNC(Ret) Ivan Dagdagan, ITC(Ret) Jaehwan Ha, ITC Kris Caguioa, ITC Spencer Allard, and ITC Alexander Loza. I hope to live up to the person you see me as.
Date: 8/8/25
From: ISC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Stubblefield, Frank T
Email: stubbs.fra@gmail.com
Duty stations: NIOC PAC (555 CPT)
Comments: Thank you to the following mentors. Command Master Chief Walker, Master Chief Scott, Master Chief Bell, Senior Chief Castillo, Senior Chief Arnold, Senior Chief Alford, ENS Hasse, IS1 Lubecki, IS1 lozano, and of course my Wife, daughter and the rest of my family... I doubt I'd be where I am today without a single name on this list.
Date: 8/8/25
From: OSC(SW) (Sel) Matthew Falgoust
Email: matthewfalgoust1@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Current Duty Station: NRC Raleigh RSU, Previous - USS San Jacinto, NRC Baltimore, MSRON-8
Comments: It is a privilege to be part of such a rich navy tradition, and I’m grateful for all my friends, family, and shipmates to help guide me to this moment of my career.
Date: 8/8/25
From: CSC(SW)(sel) Dean H. Harris, III
Email: Dharris3rd@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, NAS Sigonella, USS Gunston Hall (LSD-44)
Comments: I want to thank my family, Son (Dean H. Harris, IV), Mom (Gina Hines), Dad (Herman Harris), Sisters (GIncenta Brown and Whitney Lawrey), and Brother (Joshua Harris) for being my foundation through all of my successes and failures. I would also like to thank MACS Simpson, CSCS Bogowitz, CSC Nicks, CSC Joshua. LSCM Bryant, CMC Rogers, LSCS Cowles, AEC Watson, LSC Wood, CMDCM Esteban, CMDCM Malone, CMDCM Linville, LSCM Struk, ETC Howard, OSC Noell, HTC Harms, HMC Scheckel and AMC Daugherty.
Date: 8/8/25
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Andrew Herman-Morillo
Email: hermanao91@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Las Vegas
Comments: Thank you to my wife who's supported me through everything in and out of the Navy.
Date: 8/8/25
From: EMNC(SS) (Sel) David H. Swenson
Email: dave.swenson98@gmail.com
Duty Stations: HS Nautilus (SSN-571), USS California (SSN-781)
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful fiancee for supporting me in every endeavor I have embarked on. I would also like to thank my LCPO's on the USS California for setting such fantastic examples for me (EMNCS(SS) Henriquez, and EMNCS (SS) Rowland USN Ret.). FInally, thank you to my family (both blood and Navy) that has helped me grow and develop both professionally and personally.
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC (EXW/SW) (Sel) Michael Woodward
Email: mrwoodward86@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS George H W Bush (CVN 77), Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 11, NRC Jax, Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 10.
Comments: I want to thank my wife Amy and my kids Jayden, Gabriel and Adriana, without you all none of this would be possible. Thank you to the Chiefs mess of MSRON 10 for guiding me in this process as well as thank you for your blind faith. Hooyah!
Date: 8/8/25
From: ADC (SEL) Jeremy Cummings
Email: jscummings87@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VRM-40
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has guided me in my Naval career these past 12 years, as well to my family for supporting me through the ups and downs. Ya’ll are the reason why i am now ADC (Sel) Jeremy Cummings.
Date: 8/8/25
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Kristopher Mackey
Email: krismackey09@gmail.com
Duty Station: NIWTG DET Japan
Comments: Thank you to my loving wife Amber. Your sacrifice through my career is nothing short of heroic. You make it so that I can lead others with a clear head and not be concerned with our home because “YOU GOT IT”! To every Chief and every mentor who pushed me to cut out the shortcuts and remain focused, and to every person who doubted I had what it took to make it here, Thank you! You were the motivating factor for this sailor!
Date: 8/8/25
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(Sel)Anthony McKinney
Email: anthonymckinney79@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio/NCB 22
Comments: I would like the thank my wife Katii McKinney for standing by my side since we were 15 years old! She has been there to uplift me when I didn't have the motivation to move forward on my own. To our 3 children Nicolas, Jalyn, and Jadyn, love you. All of the sailors I've worked with and for throughout the last 17 years. A special thanks goes out to all of the Chiefs I've encountered along the way that have given that extra word of encouragement or criticism to help keep me focused. Without you all I would not be the man I am today.
Date: 8/8/25
From: MMC (SW/AW) (Sel) James Walls
Email: sailorwalls68@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS John Basilone (DDG122).
Comments: I want to thank my wife Brianna, my parents and the many Mentors of the mess that have gotten me to this point in my career.
Date: 8/8/25
From: SWC(SCW/EXW)(Sel)Chavonne Bowers
Email: chavonne.bowers@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio, NCB 22
Comments: Thank you to my leadership and junior troops who's mentorship and hard work got me here.
Date: 8/8/25
From: OSC (SW/AW) (Sel) Eric L. Russell
Email: ericrussell6@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR Tacron 11 Coronado, California
Comments: First off, I would like to thank God for allowing me to be in this position. I want to thank my family! My wife has been incredibly supportive in my career and I would NOT have made it this far without her. To my kids, thank you. You are my inspiration for striving for excellence. To OSC Smith, OSCM Monahan, OSSC now LT Butler: your guidance has given me everything I need to become a successful Chief. For that, I thank you.
Date: 8/8/25
From: MAC(sel) Dustin Eckenrod
Email: dustin.eckenrod@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba 2006-2007
Rota, Spain- 2007-2011
NRC Charlotte -2011-2021
NSF Greenville- 2022-2024
NSF Charleston- 2024-Present
Comments: I am ecstatic to finally make the rank of Chief Petty Officer. I'd like to thank all of the great leadership and my family along the way! I'm also excited to be a part of Class 132 and experience the long Navy tradition of Chief season.
Date: 8/8/25
From: MAC(SEL) Joel Matthew Friend Jr.
Email: Matt.Friend82@yahoo.com
Duty Station: NCIS STAAT MEFO, Manama, BH
Comments: I want to thank God because without him I wouldn’t be here. My wife and daughter for supporting me and pushing me to be better daily. My mentors CMDCM Carlos T. Slade, CMDCM Sergio Gonzalez, MACS (Ret.)Sean Sant, MAC Anthony Mugavero, MAC Shonda Sanders, and MAC Wil Finley because I wouldn’t be the leader I am today without you. Thank you for molding and guiding me along my journey and never giving up on me. Thank you to all my Sailors and thank you for trusting me along the way because I wouldn’t be here without you. Stay humble and deadly!
Date: 08/08/25
From: ABFC(AW)(Sel) Jason J. Hicks
Email: jjhicks0173@gmail.com
USS Iwo Jima, NAVSUP JAX Mayport Fuels, NR FLC Bahrain
Date: 8/8/25
From: ITC(EXW)(Sel) Clayton-Luce
Email: peter.claytonluce@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Raleigh (2014 - 2025)
Comments: I am beyond grateful for the selection of Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank my wife and son for their continued support and patience. I also want to thank all the chiefs who have laid the foundation before us. I am excited to become a part of the best mess in the world!
Date: 8/8/25
From: AOC (AW/SW) (Sel) Todd Hickox
Email: toddhickox12@gmail.com
Duty Station: NRC Las Vegas
Comments: I would like to thank my family for supporting me along the way in my Naval Career. I would not have made it this far without them. Also, a huge shout out to LCDR Sean Cox, CMDCM (Ret) Pat Neely, AMCS Craig Head for their guidance, mentorship, and unwavering support. I will forever be grateful for their leadership and friendship!
Date: 8/8/25
From: ISC(Sel) (EXW/IW/SG) Danielle M. Bateman
Email: batemandmrm@gmail.com
Duty Stations: ONI (NIMITZ), SDVT-1, EODTEU 1, JSOC
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Michael Montgomery
Email: mike10422@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON 10 SBC Alpha, Jacksonville Fl
Comments: I can’t give enough thanks to GMCS Brian Mulvaine, GMCS Amber Smith, and CMC Brandon Johnson for helping me get to this point. Their guidance and leadership, along with many others, led me to this point and I am forever grateful.
Date: 8/8/25
From: GSMC(SW)(Sel) Samantha StappArteaga
Duty Stations: MSRON 10, SERMC, ACU5, USS Cole (DDG 67)
Comments: Thank you to all Chiefs who have paved the way, especially Senior Harvey and Senior Cameron. Two of the best leaders I had the greatest pleasure of working under. Also, thank you to my family for the love and support over the years. Especially to my daughter, you are my motivation and the reason to keep fighting every day.
Date: 8/8/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Cory Anthony Kirkland
Email: Cory.a.kirkland.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: PCU Robert E. Simanek (ESB-7)
Comments: I would like to thank my wife.
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Hunter W. Snow
Email: hunter.w.snow.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: MSRON TWO
Comments: I'd like to thank my Wife Christiana, my baby girls Ava and Helena, my parents Jerry and Sandie, my brother Jesse (Strike Boatswains Mate!), BMC (Ret) Delmar Hobkirk, ETC(Ret) Brian Sloan, Command Master Chief (Ret) John Leary, and Command Master Chief(Ret) JJ Holzhauer for all the love and support over the years. The amount of Chiefs I could thank would crash this digital deck log!
Date: 8/8/25
From: FCC(SW)(Sel) Ryan Dale Leard
Email: leardryan@gmail.com
Duty Stations: USS Benfold (DDG65), Yokosuka, Japan
Comments: First and foremost, thank you to my wife, Aleksi and my kids Everleigh and Benton for being my constant support. Thank you to my parents for giving me my foundation in life. Thank you to NCC Brandon Burleson for being a true friend and a great leader when I needed it most. Thank you to my best friend EMN1 Steven King for everything you have done. To QM1 Fowler, OS2 Carreon, NC1 Fann, GM2 Baines, and GM2 Savage: You all have kept me humbled and honored to serve and have served with you. Finally, to GM2(SW) Trevor Hoover: Love you buddy! Til Valhalla!
Date: 8/7/25
From: ETC(sel) Joseph Schaeffer
Email:
Duty Stations: MCM-14, NSA LAKEHURST, CG-67
Comments:
Date: 8/7/25
From: HMC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Aikkiko Nickler
Email: Aikkikonickler0311@gmail.com
Duty Station: USS GRIDLEY (DDG 101), Everett, Washington
Comments: I want to thank my dad, who has been my rock throughout my Navy Career, as well as LSC (sel) Hulett, QM1 Wig, MAC Felix, FCAC Burke, BMC Grantham, HMC Badillo, HM1 Vaccaro, and Captain Ball for getting me through my first independent tour as an IDC. I would not have made it through without your fire, support and belief in me.
Date: 8/7/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) JAMES CLEVENGER
Email: james.t.clevenger.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: SCSC WALLOPS ISLAND
Comments: I wouldn't be here without the help of My Wife. My Family. And the Chiefs who guided me along this path and helped lay the foundation for who I am and this moment. I am humbled and thankful to be in this position.
Date: 8/7/25
From: LNC(AW)(Sel)Andrew S. Muhs
Email: MrMuhs@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Fargo and NR RLSO Pacific
Comments: I would like to thank NCC Gina Hodge and Command Master Chief (SWCC/SW/EXW/PJ/DV) Steve Rinkavage for all their support and guidance. The really GOATS!
Date: 8/7/25
From: YNC(AW)(Sel) Beverly Derkowski
Email: Bevlbell@yahoo.com
Duty Station: Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit ONE
Comments: Thank you to my husband Rusty for all your support and guidance. To our daughter Azaria thank you for being my motivation to go further. To my Sailors thank you for allowing me to lead you and also following wherever I took us. To HMCM Roz Martin, YNCM Phillip Hamilton, CMDCM (Ret)Alex Rincones, and CMDCM Iris Velez there aren’t enough thanks to give but thank you being my guiding lights. To PSC(Ret)Jermaine Conrad and YNC(Ret) Aaron Carter, my brothers for life, thanks for set up!
Date: 8/7/25
From: HMC(Sel) Tausha Wilson
Email: TaushaMariePhotography@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Boise/JAX
Comments: Thank you to our current chief’s mess for their patience. Honored to be signing where a lot of my active duty mentors came before. Good luck #132!
Date: 8/7/25
From: ENC(SCW)(Sel) Samuel Scott
Email: sam.mason.scott@gmail.com
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes, SWESC Great Lakes, Amphibious Construction Battalion One
Comments: I want to thank all my leadership and junior sailors who got me to this point of my career. The ones that taught me what not to do to the ones that I want to mirror in the mess. I have learned so much from all who have taught me, trained me and counseled me that has led me to my selection. And of course, the backbone of the home while we are away, my family. My wife has shown unwavering support through all the changes of my career and has never doubted my ability to be in a job position I was not ready for.
Date: 8/7/25
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW)(Sel) Heath McArdle II
Email: heath.mcardle@yahoo.com
Duty Station: USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7) Blue Milcrew, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), NAS Whiting Field, USS George Washington (CVN 73)
Comments: To my wife, Samm, my children Charlee and Mac, and the rest of my family thank you for the love and support over the years. Thank you to ABHCS Cuervo and ABHCS Royal for taking me in and developing me into who I am today. I am forever grateful. To the Sailors I have led, and those who have led me, I couldn't be here without your constant support.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(EXW)(Sel) Daniel Breazeale
Email: daniel.j.breazeale.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: SWFPAC
Comments: I want to thank my beautiful wife and all the support she has given me through my career; she has always stood by my side and encouraged me every single day. I would also like to thank MAC Soto for pushing me to be the best and to the rest of my Chain of Command at NTTC Lackland.
Date: 8/7/25
From: EMC(SW/AW)(Sel) David Cozart
Email: David.lonewolfcozart@ddg101.navy.mil
Duty Station: USS Gridley (DDG-101)
Comments: I would like to thank my mother who’s been my rock, keeping me motivated and encouraging me to keep pushing over the years.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(sel)(EXW/AW)Josue Pichardo
Email: Josue.F.Pichardo.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: Seal Team Eighteen, NRC Manchester
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection and wouldn't have gotten to this point in my career without the Sailors I have served alongside, and every leader I've had the privilege to learn from. I want to thank: Master Chief Sherman, Senior Chief Bustillos, Senior Chief Nolan, Chief Contreras, and Negri, among others. I certainly wouldn't have made it without your mentorship and encouragement.
Date: 8/7/25
From: QMC(EXW)(Sel) Morgan Cushing
Email: morgan.l.cushing.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: MSRON8
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection and wouldn't have gotten to this point in my career without the Sailors I have served alongside, and every leader I've had the privilege to learn from. I endeavor to continue to serve my Sailors to the best of my ability, and be a leader they can rely upon.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC (SEL) Markus J. Watson
Email: markus.j.watson2.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NR NSF PNSY, NRC Manchester NH
Comments: This has been a career long dream to achieve the Navy Anchor just seems so prestigious to me and I am ecstatic I have the opportunity to be pinned. To my family, friends and shipmates who have supported me I am extremely grateful. A special shoutout to LTJG Jose Santiago he has guided me and mentored me in ways that has allowed me to reach this pinnacle of my career. Also Thank you to MAC Joseph Angelone, LTCDR Richard K Gagnier, and MACM Nathan Gonzalez. You all have guided my career to reach this moment.
Date: 8/7/25
From: AMC(SEL)(AW) Ryan K. Smith
Email: Ryan.K.Smith60.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: Patrol Squadron Nine (VP-9)
Comments: To my incredible wife, Kaitlyne, and our amazing children, Jayden, Rhett, and Reid — thank you for your unwavering love and support throughout my career. Your sacrifices have made it possible for me to continue this journey and give my best both at home and in uniform.
To the leaders who have helped shape me into the person and professional I am today — I am deeply grateful. Your guidance, wisdom, and patience have left a lasting impact, and I would not be where I am without your influence. A special thank you to AMCS Steven Berger, AMC Nickey Lamm, AMCS Brian Wismer, AMCS Sean Spydell, AECS Edward Nowakowski, and so many others. I hope to make you proud and will strive to be for our Sailors what you were for me.
Date: 8/7/25
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Robert T. Alley
Email: Robert.alley@lcs20.navy.mil
Duty Stations: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20).
Comments: First and foremost thank you to my wife, Laura. You have always had my back and supported me in every aspect of my life. To my son Elijah, my motivation to stay on the course I am on. Thank you to my Father in law Wesley Greene and my Mother in law Rebecca Jolley for loving me and always being there for my family when we need you most. FCC Ryan Zachary without your guidance and mentorship this would have never happened. To OSC(RET) Bruce Golden, I could not have made it here without you and your words of wisdom. FCCS Ryan Williams for the words of encouragement and always showing up every time I needed you to.
Date: 8/7/25
From: BUC (SCW) (sel) Anthony Mushaw
Email: anthony.p.mushaw.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: CBMU 202, NMCB 27, NCB 27
Comments: Thank you to my amazing wife Virginia, my son Greyson and my daughter Taegan as well as the rest of my family. The Navy has required a lot over the years, and I understand it hasn't always been the easiest especially on you, but your love and support is a huge part in how I made it here today. Love you all!
Date: 8/7/25
From: AGC(IW)(Sel)Trevor Moran
Email: morantrevort@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NOAC Yokosuka
Comments: I wouldn't be here without my wife Morgan, and son Tyson. I have had many great Chiefs over the years (truly too many to fully list) and would like to thank: AGC Gonzalez, AGC Hying, AGCS Bernhard, MACS Walter, AGCS Diaz, AGC Kern, among others. I certainly wouldn't have made it without all of your support and encouragement.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Jenna Livingston
Email: Jlivingston0201@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MCSFBn Kings Bay, NSB Kings Bay, NSA Hampton Roads, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Comments: Thank you to my family and all of my mentors and leadership that helped me get to this point.
Date: 8/7/26
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Garcia, Anthony
Email: anthony.garcia@LCS20.navy.mil
Duty Station: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20)
Comments: I would like to thank my first chief mentor in the navy GSCS(RET.) Vasquez, and the following chiefs for guiding me throughout my career: GSMC(SW) Ancheta, GSMC(SW) Montgomery, and GSMC(SW) Massey.
Date: 8/7/25
From: CWTC(IW)(Sel)Kevin M. Blacher
Email: Blacherkevin@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NIOC Pacific/555 CPT
Comments: I thank my parents and Sue McFarland for raising me correctly, allowing me to get this far in my life and seize every opportunity.
Date: 8/7/25
From: YNC(SCW)(SEL) Alec Hipolito
E-mail: aihipolito@yahoo.com
Duty Station: Naval Surface Group Western Pacific
Comments: Thank you to my wife for being by my side for the past 10 years and baby Ezra full of energy even late at night! Thank you to all the mentors that got me to this point. To CNRSE for a recent successful tour. I never thought I will make it but here we are! Excited for the opportunity hope to make everyone proud!
Date: 8/7/25
From: CWTC(Sel) Bruce Hamilton III
Email: bruce125689@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: 555 Cyber Protection Team, Yokosuka Japan
Comments: I've had a lot of anxiety building up to this point. And today, I found out I've been selected for the prestigious rank of Chief. It's been a long journey, and it's about to get longer. But I feel a sense of relief, pride, excitement, and even some nervousness about the Season as it begins. I'm looking forward to what the future holds.
Date: 8/7/26
From: GSEC(SW/AW)(SEL) Castillejos Barriga, Nadia
Email: nadia.castillejos@LCS20.navy.mil
Duty Station: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20)
Comments: To my wife Erica, thank you for always pushing me to be the very best person and leader. To my mentors QMC Barbara Flores, YNC Christopher Buco, FCCS Saul Rodriguez, and AECS (RET) Michael Lewis, I literally could not have made it this far without your unwavering support and guidance.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Edward C. Ermey
Email: Edward.ermey@LCS20.navy.mil
Duty Stations: LSC-20 USS Cincinnati, FACSFAC San Diego, DDG-76 USS Higgins
Comments: To my wife Rebekah, my daughter Emma, and rest of my family, thank you for the support and love that you gave me over the years. Especially now, while I am far from home, thank you for the support during this time. To ETCS Stumbaugh, the first person who I watched make the transition from ET1 to ETC, watching you learn and the guidance you have given me has lead me to be a better sailor and I hope to be a great chief. To LT(RET) Skrove, you are what I hope to be as a leader.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: GSMC(SEL) Ombati, Dominic
Email:
Duty Stations: Pearl Harbor, HI USS Shiloh (CG 67)
Comments: Ready to learn and share experiences. I’m excited to join the strongest Mess.
Date: 8/6/25
From: MAC (SW/AW)(Sel) Tyler Wesley Cassidy
Email: Tylercassidy1994@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MCSFBn Kings Bay, USS Abraham Lincoln, JBPHH HPU
Comments: Honored, blessed, and proud to be selected. Thank you to my family, specifically my fiancé Chance who has stood by me through all challenges associated with this journey. Thank you to the many mentors over the years who have helped me reach this point and who I will continue to lean on for guidance.
Date: 8/6/25
From: MNC (SW/EXW) (Sel) Dwight D. Moore II
Email: ddm.official@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS OAKLAND (LCS 24), COMOMAG, MDSU2, USS PIONEER (MCM 9)
Comments: I don't give her credit all the time, but my wife has been my biggest cheerleader and pusher for me to do great things. I'm finally here, and this is just the beginning. Also, huge shoutouts to MNCM Garcia, MNCM Just, MNCM McIntosh, and MNC (Ret.) Epton, for believing in me and giving me the opportunity and room to develop into the Chief I'm currently in the process of becoming.
Date: 8/6/25
From: ADC (AW)(Sel) Gabriela Petrea
Email: petreagaby17@gmail.com
Duty Stations: RTAG Central, Houston, TX
Comments: I would like to thank my family, husband, and kids for always believing in me and supporting me throughout my Naval career. I would also like to especially thank NCC O’Neal, NCC Hearn, and NC1 Reyes for helping me and mentoring me the past few years.
Date: 8/6/2025
From: BMC(SEL)Keese, Willlie
Email:
Duty Stations: USS Shiloh
Comments: FY-26 Selected, ready to be humble and learn .
Date: 8/6/25
From: LSC(Sel)(AW/EXW) Laura Tadlock
Email: laura.a.tadlock.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRC Manchester – 2022-2025; VFC-12 – 2019-2022; HM-14 – 2016-2019; US Fleet Forces Command – 2014-2016; SEAL Team 18 – 2010-2014; NRC Gulfport – 2007-2010; USEUCOM – 2005-2007, NMCB 27 – 2004-2005; NRC Quincy – 2003-2004
Comments: Special thanks to: FCAC(SW)(Ret) Aaron Tadlock for being the most supportive spouse a Sailor could dream of; LSCS(AW/SW) Yuki Wong for patiently teaching me how to AK; LSC(AW/EXW) Kathryn Smith for believing in me when others did not; AMC(AW) Andrew Brandis for writing amazing evals and supporting my endeavors; and YNCS(EXW) Elise Jewett for always supporting me and cheering me on. There are many others who have influenced my career in many ways, but I don’t want to take up this entire web page!
Date: 8/6/25
From: NCC(Sel) Charlie Lopez
Email: charlie_L_27@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Portland, NTAG Rocky Mountain
Comments: Thank you NCCS Justin Leetham for taking a chance on me to lead our biggest division and for all the knowledge you have taught me over the years. NCCS Brian Schrier for your guidance at RM.
Date: 8/6/2025
From: ET/ETC(SEL) William Paulsen
Email:
Duty Stations: USS GUNSTON HALL/NCTS HAMPTON ROADS/USS GLADIATOR/CNATTU JAX/USS SHILOH.
Comments: None
Date: 8/6/2025
From: CWTC(IW/SW)(SEL)Thomas Caswell
Email: nesfreak1@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NIOC PACIFIC
Comments: Thank you to all the Chief's who have helped me reach this milestone in my career. Specifically thank you to Chief Lucas, Chief Walker, Chief James(Ret).
Date: 8/6/25
From: ISC(IW)(Sel) David Milliman
Email: davidcharlesdesign@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Schenectady, NRC Syracuse, NRC Newport
Comments: I want to give thanks to God, my parents, my wonderful wife, my family, every Sailor who has served with me or worked alongside me, every Chief especially CTNCS Dave Orcutt, ISCM Sauermann, CTNCS Ferry, CUCS Hanaburgh, AWFCS Wulfhorst, the entire Schenectady and greater GNE Mess, 22 NCR, CWO3 Tam, CWO5 Robbins, CWO3 Moran, all the K13 Chiefs and CWOs, all of the great COs I've had and the Wardrooms filled with great Officers that have supported me and lifted me up along the way. You were all a piece of the pie that made me who I am today. I am blessed, thankful and humbled for all of the sacrifices you all made for me. I hope that I am a reflection of that to you and those around me. HOOYAH!
Date: 8/7/25
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Brian D. Olson
Email: olsonbrian384@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NTAG Carolina, PCU Arkansas (SSN 800), USS Montana (SSN 794), NAVSUBSCOL, USS Hartford (SSN 768), PCU Colorado (SSN 788), COMSUBLANT, USS Springfield (SSN 761).
Comments: My deepest thanks to God, through his son Jesus, my wife of 15 years, my two kids, my CO/XO/COB/ Chief's Mess throughout my tours with pushing me and pushing me in qualifications. Last but not least, the sailors I've worked with throughout the years who supported me, encouraged my growth as a sailor and LPO. Really am thankful for this journey.
Date: 8/6/25
From: CTIC(IW)(Sel) Brian Tyler Wood
Email: twood227622@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR C10F NIOC CO (TRUIC) / NR C10F NIOC PAC (UMUIC), Prior: CWA65, C10F NIOC HAWAII
Comments: I want to thank my wonderful wife, Christine, and children, Jackson, Aspen, and Austin, who have had to follow me around through several moves, and now my time in the reserves. I want to thank them in advance for putting up with me throughout this initiation. They are the most important people in my life, and the ones who got me to this point.
Date: 8/6/25
From: BMC(EXW)(Sel) Kevin Nathan
Email: kevinnathan@me.com
Duty Stations: MSRON 8, CRS 3
Comments: I remember my lead RDC in boot camp was a chief select. She was no nonsense and instilled the fear of God into me. She also gave me a healthy respect and understanding of what The Chief is capable of. When I got into the fleet, I learned a lot more about how the Chiefs are the ones that will get it done. I am honored to have been selected, and aspire to live up to the legacy of some of those that taught me what deckplate leadership is all about.
Thank you to those who showed me the ropes- I wouldn’t have made it here without you.
Date: 8/6/2025
From: MAC(EXW)(Sel) Frank C. Hauck
Email: fhauck1@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON 10
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs within MSRON 10. The two that stand out the most are GMCS Eric Varela and GMCS Amber Smith. These two Seniors have always encouraged me to do better and have continually afforded me the opportunity to lead.
Date: 8/6/2025
From: MAC (SEL) Kenneth Tew
Email: tewkwiii@yahoo.com
Duty Stations:
10’-12’: NAS Corpus Christi, TX
13’-15’: NAS Lemoore, CA
15’-16’: NSF Diego Garcia
16’-17’: NSA Bay, Crete, Greece
17’-20’: MCSFBN Kings Bay
20’-23’: NTTC Lackland
23’-: MCSFBN Kings Bay
Comments: Happy to be here.
Date: 8/6/25
From: NCCC(AW/SW)(Sel)Yahamoni Johnson
Email: Yahamoni.m.johnson.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Station: NTAG Houston
Comments: Thank you to everyone throughout my career that helped me make it this far. Special thanks to God and my Spouse Mara for sticking by me every step of the way.
Date: 8/6/2025
From: RSC(SEL) (SW/AW) Shawnar E. Blake
Email: shawnarnewme@gmail.com
Duty Station: USS Tortuga LSD46, USS PRINCETON CG59, MIRAMAR BRIG, USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH CVN77
Comments: I would like to thank God, my Family that has been of pure support from the beginning of my naval journey, and my military family that I had the pleasure of serving with (Leadership, peers, and junior Sailors). Thank you all for your support and continued support!
Date: 8/5/25
From: YNC(AW)(SEL)Catrina K. Munoz
Email: catrina.k.munoz.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio
Comments: To my beloved spouse (David), children (Vanessa, Mireya, and Matias), and family, thank you from the depths of my heart for your unwavering support, love, and guidance throughout the years—your strength and belief in me have been my greatest blessings and the foundation of everything I am today. I want to express my deepest gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support, invaluable guidance, and dedicated training throughout my career. Your patience, wisdom, and encouragement have been instrumental in my growth—both personally and professionally. Every lesson and piece of advice you shared has shaped my journey in ways I could never have imagined. Thank you for believing in me, challenging me to push beyond my limits, and standing by me through every step. I’m truly grateful to have had the privilege to learn from such inspiring mentors and friends. Specifically the few with the largest impact, the late BMCM Kenneth E. MacDonald, MACM Matthew W. Center, AMCS Katrishia L. Eagle, BMCS Cindy Pichelmayer, and ASC Casey L. Summerhays.
Date: 8/6/25
From: Master Sergeant (MSgt) Jerald Bell Jr.
Email: Jerald.Bell@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 4th Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division, San Antonio, TX
Comments: Chief is a prestigious title in the Navy and known as the go-to leader. It will be a honor and privilege to carry the Anchor with my fellow service brothers and sisters. I have proven to be a leader in the Marines but this one is personal. HM1 Valdez (Rest in Paradise), Chief Sylvester (Ret), Chief Foray (Ret), and MGySgt Foreman all inspired me to partake in this rite of passage.
Date: 8/6/25
From: MAC(Sel)(EXW) Barry T. Pollock
Email: btpollock72@outlook.com
Duty Stations: SOCSOUTH, MSRON 8, CRS 3, CRS 8, MSRON 14, MSED 823
Comments: None
Date: 8/6/25
From: CTIC (IW) (Sel) Kevin L. John
Email: Kevin.L.John@outlook.com
Duty Stations: NR C10F NIOC Texas
Comments: Thank you to everyone who helped me throughout the years.
Date: 8/6/25
From: HMC (SW) (Sel) Linda M. Williams
Email: wunderwoman_1999@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Charlotte (JAN 2024- Present), Expeditionary Combat Readiness Command (ECRC) Norfolk, VA (SEPT 2021-OCT 2024), NRC Waco NOV 2011- Sept 2021)
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection of Chief Petty Officer. Thank you to my family and friends for the love and support you have given me. Thank you for the support and mentoring from all the Chiefs, Senior, and Master Chiefs that have supported and mentored me along the way. Special shout out to Senior(ret) Kenneth Nurse, Chief(ret) Fred Reed, HMCM David Barthold, HMCM Garren, Senior Hollenback and HMCM(ret) Jack Woods. I wouldn’t be here without you and your encouragement to keep my head up and shine no matter what comes my way. I look forward to learning more about being a better leader and pay it forward to all the Sailors that I may find on this path. I am truly thankful for this opportunity.
Date: 8/5/25
From: MAC(EXW) (Sel)Brandon J. Leonard
Email: leo.brandon83@gmail.com
Duty Stations: MSRON-5/MSRON-1 (OCT 2020-Present), Naval District Washington (JUN 2017-OCT 2020), NSA Bahrain (OCT 2009-APR 2011), NAS Oceana (MAY 2008-OCT 2009), NSA Bahrain (MAY 2006-MAY 2008), NAB Little Creek (2005), and MSS-1 (2004).
Comments: I'm beyond excited and humbled to have been selected. I would not be at this point in my life if it weren't for God, my parents, CTRC (SW/AW) (Ret) Richard Léonard Jr. and Darnell Léonard, my fiancé MA1 Jessie Ramirez, and our children. They motivate and drive me everyday. To all of my mentors, leaders, and FAMILY along the way, I appreciate you all. I owe you a debt I cannot repay. I promise you I will pay it forward though, as requested!
Date: 8/5/25
From: MCC(Sel) Horacio G. Idrogo JR
Email: L96igor@aol.com
Duty Stations: VA-34, VA-196, NSA Bahrain, FLC Sigonella/Rota, NPASE East, NAVCO
Comments: I am humbled by my selection to Chief Petty Officer. I hope to set a good example and be a servant leader to our sailors.
Date: 8/5/25
From: BMC(SW)(sel) Raymond Ochoa
Email: Ochoas968@aol.com
Duty Stations: USS McInerney FFG8, TPU Mayport/Base Services, NRC San Antonio
Comments: Thank you!
Date: 8/5/25
From: MAC(SW)(Sel) John C. Smith
Email: johncasmith1911@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio; MSRON 5 SECDIV 51, MSRON 1 SEC PLT 3 &4, N3AT Camp Lemonier Djibouti, NSA Bahrain, NSF Chinhae, USS Pearl Harbor(LSD 52)
Comments: I am honored to write my name in the Log filled with so many great names and more yet to come. I never thought I would make it this far.
None of this would be remotely possible without the support and guidance of my beautiful wife Ashlei, my three amazing puppies, my Family, and peers.
I want to personally thank those Khakis who made me who I am. Starting with ENCM Blair, MAC Villanueva, MAC Cardiel, GMC Humphrey, RPC Alvarado, MAC Thomas, MACM Resendez, MAC Puga, MACS Muniz, GMCS Salazar, MNC Bell, MAC Gonzalez, MACM Henley, MACM Kinnaird, GMCM McVann, MAC Pacheco, RPC Tamag, ITC Irwin, ITC Flemate, MACM Carrasco, and MACS Mcguire. There are So Many More that I could name drop here but I attempted to make this short.
Date: 8/5/25
From: CEC (SCW/EXW/IW)(Sel) Rhyan T. Lopez
Email: Rhyan.lopez5@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio (NSA Bahrain) / NAVFAC PWSU
Comments: First person/people to thank is my wife and kids. Their continued support was always felt, and they will always be my purpose to strive for more. My parents for EVERYTHING they have done for me and my family. Lastly, there’s too many Chiefs to name. I have learned from so many I would hate to name a few and forget some. I thank all of those who I have had the pleasure to learn from, whether good or bad.
Date: 8/5/25
From: AOC(AW/SW)(SEL) Angelica Medved
Email: Angelica.Medved@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Fallon Nevada, Cross Assigned to NMC PAC Mobile Mine Assembly Unit Okinawa 2019-Current. Previously assigned to SFWPD Fallon, Nevada 2015-2018, and USS Carl Vinson 2010-2015.
Comments: Congratulations to class 132 on this amazing achievement. My journey has definitely not been accomplished solo. I give huge shout outs to those who believed in be and helped me get to this point. Some of those people were AOCS Duncan, AO1 Melendez, AOC Pascual, MNCM Starnes, MNCS Cortez, MNC Walter. I would not be where I am without these outstanding mentors.
Date: 8/5/2025
From: YNC (SEL) Mindi N. Parris
Email: mnparris18@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN) 69 NMCB 21, NR DIA DCT, NAVINSGEN NR, USFLT FIRES
Comment: I would like to first that GOD for getting here. I’m so happy and overjoyed. I would like to thank the NR DIA DCT Chiefs Mess for all there encouragement and guidance throughout the years . But I would love to thank my mentor , YNCM Paola Barreto, She’s always been there for me and never gave up on me and my dream of making Chief. Thank you all.
Date: 8/5/25
From: BMC(SEL)(EXW) Barbara Moseley
Email: moseley.Barbara1979@gmail.com
Duty Station: NCHB 10
Comments: I want to thank my kids and my NCHB10 family. I for sure wouldn't have made it this far without them.
Date: 8/5/25
From: MMC (SW) (SEL) Micah Dudley
Email: Dudley.navy@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Denver, SurgeMain Denver. USS Enterprise (CVN65) 2001 to 2007.
Comments: Thank you to my loving wife and family for supporting me on this journey. To my Mentors from the USS Enterprise CVN 65, SurgeMain Program and NRC Denver Chief's Messes thank you for for molding me into the Leader I have become.
Date: 8/5/25
From: ETC(Sel) Nigel HathewayBeers
Email: nhatheway@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC SLC/SurgeMain Salt Lake City
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful wife, Amy and my three wonderful children, Mona, Mary and Gus. Their support and love helped me get to where I am in life today. I would like to thank SWC Christopher Whipp for his guidance and support along with the entire SLC Mess. Thank you to all of my fellow Sailors who have helped me on my journey.
Date: 8/4/25
From: ISC(IW)(Sel) Sydney Cowles
Email: sydney.l.cowles2.mil@mail.mil
Duty Stations: NRC Tampa, USCENTCOM
Comments: Ever grateful for this opportunity and want to thank God, my family, the endless mentors & leaders who continuously pushed me to show up better than the day before. This selection represents meaningful growth, and I am committed to honoring my predecessors by striving to be a positive influence and an example of their dedication.
Date: 8/4/25
From: LNC(EXW)(Sel)Samantha Ramon
Email: sammie.31765@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: Region Legal Service Office East
Comments: I am very proud and excited for this next chapter of my Naval career. I’m very grateful to have God in my life and family. Thank you to my father, mother, daughter for always believing in me and always being there through my Navy career. You have been my biggest cheerleader in every step I have accomplished. Also, without the support and mentoring from Master Chief Earl, Master Chef Winters, Chief Borchardt, CAPT Transtrom, and CDR Cade I wouldn’t be here. Thank you for all you have done for me.
Date: 8/4/25
From: MAC(EXW/SW)(Sel) Zachary Bakogiannis
Email: zbako23@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: MSRON 10
Comments: It is still kind of surreal to finally be selected and going through this process! Thank you to all those who have supported me throughout my career and constantly reminded me that hard work pays off and to just keep pushing. Special shoutouts to MACM Kindermann, MACS Harris, MACS Suarez, MAC Whitfield, and last but definitely not least, BUC McCalmont! It doesn't stop after Season, and I will continue working hard and guide my Sailors to success throughout the remainder of my career.
Date: 8/4/25
From: UTC(Sel) Brian King
Email: b_king66@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NMLRC, NCG, NMCB
Comments: Too many to thank. YNC Poss for helping get me over the line. EOC Haire for the mentorship and BUC Bettes for the constant encouragement.
Date: 8/4/25
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Javier A. Efrece
Email: jefrece@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th AA Bn - Littoral Craft Company D, 4th Medical Bn - Surgical Company B
Comments: It is an honor, privilege and blessing to have been selected for CPO. I give my heartfelt thanks to everyone along the way who supported me, believed in me and pushed me to continue growing such as my Wife, Family, Friends and my Lord and Savior. I also give Special thanks to the Chiefs throughout my career, who took me under their wing to guide and challenge me including HMCS Leader, HMCM Benoit, HMCS Voronov, HMC Creary, ENS(previously HMC) Huggins and HMC González. I look forward to learning and becoming a better leader, and paying it forward to my current and future Sailors.
Date: 8/4/2025
From: MAC(SEL) Jason Massiatte
Email: jasonmassiatte@yahoo.com
Duty Station: NRC San Antonio, TX
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected for CPO. There are many leaders who helped me and continue to guide me through my career and for that I can not express enough gratitude or appreciation. I would like to give a special thank you to MACM Resendez, MAC Villanueva, GMCS Salazar, MACS Fechner, YNC Castagneto, MAC Baessell and MAC Cardiel for their guidance through this journey.
Date: 8/4/25
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Leyla Alkanat
Email: lalkanat22@gmail.com
Duty Station: Naval Construction Group Two
Comments: It is an honor to have been selected for CPO. Thank you to everyone along the way who in one way or another helped in achieving this goal. Special thanks to BUC Mcnew, CMC Griffith, CBCM Denner, and gone but not forgotten, BUC Bettes. Looking forward to learning and becoming a better leader, and in turn teaching and guiding our Sailors.
Date: 8/4/25
From: NCC(AW)(Sel) Katie Ann Coston
Email: katieanncoston@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Current: NRC Tampa Past: VAQ-129
Comments: Shoutout to YNC Bufford, NCC Medeiros and NCC Gray for the mentorship and for showing me what being an amazing Chief looks like.
Date: 8/4/25
From: HMC(SEL) LaToya Hurt
Email: lchurt220@hotmail.com
Duty Station: NRC Fort Dix, NJ Comments: I’m so excited and happen to get to this point. There are many leaders that have guided me and made an impact on my career. I would like to give special thanks to HMCM Tomeka Washington, HMCM Calisha Jameson, HMCS Desiree Vigil Moscon, HMCS Manuel Reyes, and HMC Charla Joseph.
Date: 08/04/25
From: MAC(SCW/AW)(Sel) Jay Klug
Email: jasonklug@bellsouth.net
Duty Station: Naval Construction Battalion 14
Comments: I am proud and relieved to be selected, and incredibly grateful to God, my beautiful wife of over 20 years, MA2 Wendy Klug, and every mentor that I have met, served with, and deployed with, to include both military and my civilian career. I have followed in my Fathers, uncle's, and Grandfather's military footsteps and am incredibly proud to continue to carry on their Name in my journey through my military career. I look forward to the season beginning and my new journey of learning to be a better leader from the Mess, once I complete the season.
Date: 8/4/25
From: AOC(AW/EXW/SCW)(Sel) Richard Slupski
Email: Richard.slupski.mil@us.navy.mil
Duty Stations: VFC-13 (2023-present), HSM-60 (2019-2023), NRA Memphis (2016-2019), HM-14 (2014-2016), NSWG2 LSU SEA (2013-2014), NCG 2 (2010-2013), NMCB-11 (2007-2010).
Comments: Throughout my career thus far, I have had the privilege of being mentored, guided and groomed by many. All their efforts have led to my selection, and I am truly grateful for them. CMDCM Billy Ray Strong, CMDCM Cheryl Heavens, CMDCM(Ret) Rachel Butler, EOCS(Ret) Doyle K. Townsley, YNCS(Ret) George Swanson, The Saints Chiefs Mess, and all those not listed. Finally, the biggest thank you goes to my wife Patricia, daughter Alexis, and son Blake. Their unwavering love and support throughout my career have been and will continue to be my crutch throughout the rest of my Naval Career.
Date: 8/3/25
From: UTC(SCW)(Sel) Kreutzer Thomas
Email: t_j_kreutzer@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NCB22/NRC Denver, NCG1, 1NCR, NMCB17
Comments: I am very proud to be here. My family and my Sailors are why I am here today. Without the support of mentors like UTC Cornell, UT1 Norrison, and EOC Bourtikachvili I would have never had a chance to be selected as Chief. Thank you all for the time and effort you put into me.
Date: 8/1/25
From: HMC(PJ)(Sel) Steven Fleming
Email: fleming88steven@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NR EPU MSCLANT
Comments: Extremely grateful to be here and I’d like to send a special thank you to HMCM(FMF) Stephen Flemming, HMC(FMF)TJ Semuskie, PSC(EXW/IW) Andrea Zavislak, HMC(SW)Lauren Hedberg & HMC(FMF/MCD/PJ) Sean Leibrock.
Date: 8/1/25
From: AGC(Sel) Richard Tillapaugh
Email: rickytill@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NR SPACECOM IW (TRUIC), NR CNMOC NOOC (UMUIC)
Comments: So incredibly proud to be here. Active Duty as an AG, AGCM Jay Green was the type of leader I looked up to. Beginning my reserve career as an HT, BMC Pollack and HTCS Greenmeier were incredible leaders. Came back to the AG rate in 2016, and then AGC, current AGCM Vickie Edwards was and is a vital piece of the puzzle for my career. More recently, AGCS Greg Hanks, AGC Anthony Lucarelli and ITCM Seth Schleef are the anchors whose leadership style is what I strive to be as a chief. I thank every one of these anchors for getting me to where I am now! I have an amazing group of CPO Selectees with me going through season at NRC Denver and I am so proud of each and every one of them!
Date: 7/31/25
From: BUC(SCW)(Sel)Keith Price
Email: bu2013pricekeith@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCB 14
Comments: My family, you are the reason I am here and the reason I stay. BU1 Joshua Tucker, your wisdom set me on this path, has guided me to here, and will continue to guide me as I pass it on. CBCM Doug Johnson, You saw potential in me and gave me chance after chance, I don't understand some of the choices but I am here now. CBCM Heath Younts, I can only hope to be a 10th of the person you are, thank you for everything! CMC Fox, You are my brother, simple as that. Most importantly, to everyone I have led, served beside, or served under - good, bad, or indifferent - you have taught me something valuable that I can give back. Thank you.
Date: 7/31/25
From BMC (EXW) (Sel) Karlon C Willis
Email: karlonwillis01@yahoo.com
Duty Station: NRC ABQ, Cross assigned to MSRON 1 Det Bravo/ Charlie
Comments: First I would like to thank the Almighty above. Second to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chief who have come before all of us FY26 (Sel). Thank you!! This is a big accomplishment in all of our military lives. I am deeply honored and humble by this opportunity.
Date: 7/31/25
From: LSC(Sel)Adam Rodenhouse
Email: adamrodenhouse@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR CNE-CNA N35
Comments: Proud to be here. Thank you to HMCS Jodi Wright, HMC Dustin Holley, HMC David Morris, HMC Erik Frank, HMC Orlando Cardona, LSC Stephen Mitchell!
Date: 7/30/25
From: MAC(EXW)(Sel) Bryce A. Takemoto
Email: brycetakemoto@hotmail.com
Duty Stations: NAS Corpus Christi; NSA Bahrain; CRS-4, Delta Company, RST; NRC Minneapolis, NR NSF Rota; CTG-SBS UAE
Comments: There are so many who've mentored and motivated me to get to where I am today. I want to thank MACS David Garcia, ETCS Mike Meppelink, EMC Dante Coppock, IS1 Gilbert Scott, BM1 Peter Hansen, and CDR Michael Messenger, to name a few but certainly not all. I am honored to have this opportunity to join The Mess.
Date: 7/30/25
From: HMC (Sel) Francisco E. Tirado
Email: fetirado@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th Medical Battalion, H&S Company
Comments: I am deeply honored and humbled by this opportunity. It is a reflection of the unwavering support of my family, my mentors, and my Sailors. I would like to thank my wife, Cristy, my children, Alizay, Xavier, and Onya, for believing in me and helping me grow into the husband, father, and leader I am today.
Date: 7/30/25
From: BMC(SEL) Angela Watson
Email: angela.t.watson.4@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One (LCSRON1) from May 2022 to present, under San Diego NRC. Separated from active duty in May 2022 to join the reserves and cross rated from Interior Communications Electrician to Boatswain Mate. Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) San Diego from February 2021-May 2022. LCC20 Mount Whitney from March 2020 to February 2021. San Diego IVCN phone school from December 2019 to March 2020. USS Constitution from December 2016 to December 2019. Great Lakes Interior Communications School from May 2016 to December 2016.
Comments: My journey has been untraditional as I joined the Navy at 29. HMCS Baldwin took me under her wing and showed me the path to advancement in a fast-track way. My first mentor, SH2 Lusk now RSC Lusk, made sure I was to stand out as a hard charger; always studying, volunteering, showing up on time and wearing my uniform properly. Now, at LCSRON1 every chief has provided me with mentorship that is invaluable; special thanks to CMDCS Kalalau, BMC Risvold, and FCC Li as they continue to believe in me as a leader.
Date: 7/30/25
From: MAC(AW/IW) (Sel) Dion Nelson
Email: nelson_dion@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: Navy Reserve Center (NRC) - Denver (Current); Navy Surface Warfare Command - Carderock (Previous)
Comments: Thank you to the entire NRC Denver Chiefs Mess for believing in me and allowing me to grow as a Leader to become what I am today. I couldn't have gotten here without all of your support. MACM Eugene Colwell, MACS(Ret) Scott Kemble, MACS(Ret) Tom Beach, MACS Andy Nieves, MAC Brad Birch, MAC Tom Halvorson (My apologies to those in the MA Community I didn't list); CMDCM(Ret) Roy Garcia, CMDCM Clyde Adams, HMCS Johanna Ray, PSC Tara Macoguillen, EMC Gionte Davis, HMC Chuck Hartfield, AMEC(Ret) Kevin Lockard, LSCM Travis Moore, LSCM(Sel) Alvis Sanchez, LSCS James Rincon, BMC Gabe Linzy, YNC(Ret) Kisha Smith, HMC Jaycie Schabinger, PSC Ty Killingsworth, CSC Shawn Payne, and all the other great Chiefs in my career unlisted. I appreciate you all and you all mean the world to me! I could go on for an eternity but, I promise to make all of you you proud! HOOYAH, NRC DENVER CLASS 132!!!
Date: 07/30/25
From: HMC (DWS)(Sel) Justin Starling
Email: justin.t.starling@gmail.com
Duty Stations: SEAL Team SEVENTEEN. Undersea Rescue Command, Navy Experimental Diving Unit, SRF-JRMC Yokosuka, SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team One, Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Comments: I want thank those that led me and helped mold me into leader. HMCS Adam Stroz, LSCM Fides Taylor, EOCS Vince Campbell, HMC Edwin Gaitan, HMCM Nicholas Mazmanian, HMCM Christian Flohr, HMCM Nick Gomez, HMCM Jason Duty, SOCM Curtis Martin, CBCM Pat Ferguson, BMCS Audiss, HMC Shane O'Brien, HMC Michael Bux, HMCS Beatriz Salinas, NDCM (MDV)(Ret) Bill Dodd, CDR Frank Hartge, CAPT Brendan Byrne, and so many others.
Date: 7/30/25
From: HMC(FMF) Edward Heffernan
Email: ejheff89@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Orlando, 4th Medical Battalion, Detachment, Surgical Company Bravo
Comments: I would like to first and foremost thank my wife Elisabeth for being by my side 15 years of this journey along with my children. I want to thank the Sailors and leaders that I have worked with throughout all the years I have been in. It is through them that I am here now, and I hope to represent the best of every one of them going forward. I was selected years ago (FY21 Selectee) and due to family circumstances that needed my attention, I was unable to participate. Thank you to the NRC Orlando Chiefs Mess and the 4th Medical Battalion Mess for allowing me the honor of participating in this season.
Date: 7/29/25
From: ISC (Sel) Daniela K Thom
Email: mrsdanielathom@gmail.com
Duty Stations: JRIC Norfolk / NRC Norfolk: NR USFF MIOC, JIOCEUR 0206/NR EUCOM J2 NFK
Comments: I am beyond grateful for this opportunity, but I know without a shadow of a doubt that I would not be where I am today without the support, guidance, and push I received from the incredible leaders and mentors I had along the way, most notably: ITCS Douglas Johnson, CWO2 Jace Prelip, CW4 Jay Marcotte (Army), CDR Howard Cobb, CTRC (Ret.) Casey Collins, CDR Yvette Costales, CDR Michael Moore, CWO2 Jolene Lovett, ISC Christopher Morton, ISC Bryan Motichek, ISC LOreal Waiters, IS1 Daniel Boda, IS1 Stephen Storms and – the woman and leader I aspire to most be like – CTACS (Ret.) April Maletz. Each of you poured so much of yourself into supporting my journey… some of you even gave my future more effort than I did in some moments. You never gave up and you never let me give up either. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for every single lesson, every bit of advice, every tough conversation, every push… I promise I will make you all proud. More than that though: I promise to be the inspiration that you were to me for the next generation. Thank you for paving the way, I wont let you down.
Date: 7/29/25
From: BMC(SW/AW)(Sel) Allen Jen
Email: allenj48@gmail.com
Duty Stations: BMU-1, NRC Pittsburgh, NAS Oceana, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78)
Comments: Thanks to God, my wife and children, BMCM(Ret) Bennett, QMCS Loos, BMC Pinto, YNC Osborne, QMC Anderson, BUC Mingo, and AWFC Wadsworth.
Date: 7/29/25
From: BMC (SEL) Alyssa DeLorenzo
Email: alyssababula@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCHB8 Lakehurst,NJ CAO to EWTGPAC San Diego, CA
Comments: Thank you to all my leadership the helped me excel and grow to get to this point in my life!
Date: 7/29/25
From: STSC(SS)(Sel) James S. Tripp
Email: JST0140@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Pittsburgh, Moon Township, PA
Comments: I want to thank all of those I served active duty with on USS Albuquerque SSN 706 and those I served with at SSEP LANT. I would not be where I am today without you. I appreciate everything I have learned from each and every one of you. To those I serve with in the Reserves, specifically the UWO/SubGroup, thank you for helping me transition from active duty to reserves. The knowledge and wisdom I have gained through our experiences has greatly influenced my leadership and technical expert skills. I can not say thank you enough. It's truly an honor to serve with all of you.
Date: 7/29/25
From: GySgt, AOC(Sel), Shane P. Cornish
Email: shanecornish2@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NSA Mechanicsburg, NAS Pensacola, MCAS Miramar, MCAS Beaufort
Comments: Thank you to all the AOCs I have served with during my tours aboard Naval Stations. You have helped build a bridge of camaraderie and trust between myself and the Sailors I serve with every day. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the history and traditions of the Navy and what it means to be a CPO. Thank you for the invitation to attend this year’s Season.
Date: 7/28/25
From: MAC(Sel) Mike Shaffer
Email: mpd183@gmail.com
Duty Stations: SOCEUR/ST18, NSF Jax, CENTCOM, NSF Crane
Comments: Better late than never! Too many excellent leaders and shapers of juniors to recount. Thanks to ISCS Cunningham, HMCS Voronov, ITC Maziarz, BUC Tyner, MACM Hagan, MAC Beeson, and LT Gibbs who all imparted their wisdom along the way.
Date: 7/28/25
Name: PSC(Sel) Wenting Yao
Email: cashis1@hotmail.com
Duty station: NRC NI, REDCOM, TSC SD
Comments: we lift by each other.
Date: 7/28/25
From: BMC(Sel) Steve Anderson
Email: Chihuahua_dad@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Pittsburgh, NAVELSG Kuwait.
Comments: It is a great honor and privilege to be selected to a great brotherhood. I am excited and ready to take on new responsibilities.
Date: 7/28/25
From: HMC (EXW/FMF) (Sel) Anders T Hasseler
Email: anders.hasseler@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCHB 8 Lakehurst, 4th Dental Battalion, OHSU Portsmouth
Comments: Thank you to Chief Naranjo, Senior Chief Avery, Chief Hughes, the Chiefs Mess at 8, and many other Chiefs in the Bronx and in 4th Dental that modeled what it is to be a Chief, and patiently helped me along the way. Thank you for being there for me, and showing me how to turn around and lead my fellow sailors.
Date: 7/28/25
From: ITC (Sel) Stephen K. Wright
Email: wright.stephen.k@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, PA
Comments: Would like to thank HMCM OwusuAfriyie for his mentorship and guidance when I was fresh in the Navy, OSCM Carrol (Ret) for her support and mentorship when I transitioned to the Navy Reserves, ITCS Steinhilber for always pushing me, ITC (Ret) McPeek, ITC Fowler, and ITC Jones for always pointing me in the right direction, and GMC Morin because even with me filling the role as a civilian in the office we both work out of, she still took time to assist me with making sure everything was good when it came to package submission.
Date: 7/28/25
From: EOC (SCW/EXW)(SEL) JASON DAILEY
Email: jason.dailey87@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCB 27; NRC PITTSBURGH
Comments: I would like to thank CWO4 (ret.) Nicholas Jamison, BUC Brian Moore, BUC Anthony Mingo, EOC Stephan Gilliand, EOC Brian Stoffal and all the other Chiefs and Senior Chiefs who have mentored me throughout my career.
Date: 7/28/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Panayotis Stavrinos
Email: Stavrinosp@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: NRC Miami, 4th Medical Bn Surgical Company Bravo, 4th AABn Alpha Co.
Comments: So many Chiefs have paved the way to this point in time, and I am thankful to carry on their accountability, knowledge, and mentorship to current and future Sailors. Among those Chiefs are: HMC Frank Ehbrecht, HMC Alton Spence, HMC Daniel Vetan, HMC Creary, HMC Brooks, HMCS Nicole Leader, HMCM Bellini Benoit, among so many others.
Date: 07/27/25
From: BMC(SEL) Angela Watson
Email: angela.t.watson.4@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One (LCSRON1) from May 2022 to present, under San Diego NRC. Separated from active duty in May 2022 to join the reserves and cross rated from Interior Communications Electrician to Boatswain Mate. Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) San Diego from February 2021-May 2022. LCC20 Mount Whitney from March 2020 to February 2021. San Diego IVCN phone school from December 2019 to March 2020. USS Constitution from December 2016 to December 2019. Great Lakes Interior Communications School from May 2016 to December 2016.
Comments: My journey has been untraditional as I joined the Navy at 29. HMCS Baldwin took me under her wing and showed me the path to advancement in a fast-track way. My first mentor, SH2 Lusk now RSC Lusk, made sure I was to stand out as a hard charger; always studying, volunteering, showing up on time and wearing my uniform properly. Now, at LCSRON1 every chief has provided me with mentorship that is invaluable; special note to CMDCS
Date: 7/27/25
From: YNC(AW)(Sel) Tina Wenger
Email: tinawenger14@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VAQ-129 SAU
Comments: Been a long time coming, absolutely blessed to finally say I am a selectee. I would like to thank my husband, ADCS Cory Wenger for his unwavering support, CMDCM(Ret) Christopher Liam, CMDCM Joseph Wang, YNCM(Ret) Marie Newton, YNC(Ret) Samantha Halsing, AMCS Darin Edwards, ATC Sabah Edwards, AMC Joshua Morrison, LSC Diane Cossey, and the entire Viking Chiefs Mess for putting their trust in me to grow and reach this remarkable achievement. Looking forward to being able to wear the uniform and further support my Sailors.
Date: 7/27/25
From: YNC(Sel) Michelle G. Crews
Email: thenamesmichellev@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS (LPD-18); REDCOM GREAT LAKES IL; COMNAVPERSCOM MILLINGTON TN; NAVSTA ROTA SP; NRC OMAHA NE
Comments: I would like to thank YNCM Kimberly Bray, NCCS Brian Hickman, YNC Mike Ewing, LSC David Ramos, and PSC Chad Goss who have mentored me throughout my career and helped me grow both personally and professionally. Words cannot describe how grateful I am.
Date: 7/27/25
From: HTC(Sel) Alexander Estrada
Email: alexander@estrada.coffee
Duty Stations: NR SERMC San Antonio, SurgeMain Houston.
Comments: A heartfelt thanks to my Chiefs, shipmates, family, and friends who encouraged me to never stop moving forward. A special thanks to Texas Funeral Honor teams for showing me that I'm not alone when it comes to going the distance to achieve the mission at hand.
Date: 7/27/25
From: CMC(EXW/SCW/AW/SW)(Sel) Daniel Duwa
Email: duwadj@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NCHB 8, Lakehurst, NJ
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs and Senior Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career, I wouldn’t have made it this far without them.
Date: 07/26/25
From: HMC(AW) (Sel) Brandy N. Ellis
Email: brandyellis777@gmail.com
Duty Stations:USS NIMITZ; USS RONALD REGAN ;NAS BRUNSWICK, ME; NHC DAHLGREN;NATO ROLE III KANDAHAR, NRC RALEIGH; NRC MIAMI; NRC TAMPA; TBS QUANTICO & ASU MCRD PI.
Comments: Im extremely grateful to have achieved this momentous milestone in my 20 plus year career. I have had alot of good shipmates to help me get here. Special thank you to AVCM Whisonant, HMC Goins, HM Brown, HMC Seche, HMC Bejehre, HMC Jarvis, and HMCS Daniel's. You have modeled to me what a good Chief looks like and how to take care of your junior sailors.
Date: 07/27/25
From: ENC(SW) (Sel) Juan Echeverri
Email: volleyjp@gmail.com
Duty Stations:USS WHIDBEY ISLAND; PC9 Chinook; NRC WEST PALM BEACH; NRC MIAMI
Comments: I’m thrilled to finally be able to sign the CPO DECK LOG. I will try my best to become the best Chief I can be. I’m happy to know I have so many goats that will show me the way.
Date: 7/26/25
From: ACC(AW/SW/IW) (Sel) Mike Aguilera
Email: mbaguilera75@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Minneapolis and cross assigned to TACRON 11, NRC Madison, Isa AB Bahrain, NAS Pensacola, USS BATAAN (LHD5), NAVSTA Norfolk Chambers Field.
Comments: Grateful and appreciate all of my sailors who without them I wouldn't be where I am today. Grateful to those who came before me, who molded me as a young sailor and air traffic controller: ACC Joe Rose, ACCS JJ Jones, ACC Brian Eisenberg, ACC Dylan Blackmar, ACC Keith Dunnaway, ACCS Raymond Nolan, AC1 Irving Ethridge(rip), ACCM Eric Zimmermann, ACC Darren Johnson, ACCM Richard Dickey, AC1 Norm Annis, AC1 William Brooks, ACCS Alec Granderson
Date: 7/26/25
From: MAC (EXW)(Sel) Jahmid Benjamin
Email: JahmidM8@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Earle, NSA Bahrain, JBPHH Sec Det, CRG/MESG 1 Det Guam
Comments: I would like to think every Chief and leader I’ve had the pleasure of working with and for. I appreciate all the knowledge and tools bestowed upon me along the way, and couldn’t have made it this far without it.
Date: 7/26/25
From: FCAC(SW)(Sel) Nicole Sheriff
Email: 807brock@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC Fort Dix
Comments: I would like to thank the Chiefs who mentored me throughout my career that helped me grow both personally and professionally.
Date: 7/26/25
From: HMC(SEL) Emilio Vargas
Email: emilio_939@yahoo.com
Duty Station: NR NMRTC JAX HQ
Comments: It’s such an honor to be selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. It’s been a goal of mine since before I joined the military as I always looked up to my father ABFC Luis Vargas (Ret.) and told him that when I joined the Navy I would become a Chief someday. I wouldn’t be here without the support of my parents, my junior Sailors, and my leadership. Thank you to HMCM Kartina Dorris, HMCM Rob Webster, HMCS Marcus Johnson, HMCS Victor Swanier, HMC Bobby Fisher, HMC Carlos Herrera, YNC Beatrice Goebel, and HMC Tony Serpe, you all have made a huge impact on my development as a Sailor and as a Leader and have always believed in me. I look forward to learning more and becoming a part of the Mess.
Date: 7/26/25
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Gregory W Kniaz
Email: gregorykniaz@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Combat Logistics Battalion 451 H&S Co, 4th Marine Logistics Group. 1st Battalion 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division. Joint Task Force GTMO.
Comments: Thank you to my Family, Friends, Sailors and Marines who all loved and supported me on this journey. Words are insufficient. Thank you.
Date: 7/26/25
From: GMC(Sel) (EXW) Jonathan W. Hontz
Email: jwhontz31@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Camp Pendleton CA (SGT. USMC) NOSC Lehigh Valley PA, ECRC DET. Fort Jackson, NOSC Columbia, CTG 56.3 Bahrain
Comments: I currently live in Columbia SC my wife Kristine and I are proud of my accomplishment of being selected to the Mess. I want to thank the many Sailors and Marines Who contributed to my success. Master Chief Crowson, Senior Chief Quiones ,Senior Chief Boyer, Chief Wright, Sergeant Silano and Staff Sergeant Baltazar; Who through their wisdom and guidance have helped me to achieve this role. Most importantly, I want to give the greatest thanks possible to my wife, who always understanding and patient with both me and my Naval career. I look forward to Chief Season.
Date: 7/26/25
From: GSEC(SW)(Sel) Connor Belair
Email: connorbelair1190@gmail.com
Duty Stations: Navy Reserve Commander Naval Surface Group Mid Atlantic Detachment Bravo (NR CNSG ML DET B), Surgemain Charlotte.
Comments: I am honored to have been selected to such a milestone, the chance to become a Chief Petty Officer. Thank you for everyone I have known on this journey, GSEC Hargis, GSMC Hernandez, GSMC Carter, MMCS Winker, HTCS Cornwell, ETCS Hatten, YNCS White, and everyone else who has allowed me to learn more and help so many others. All ranks benefit from the knowledge and ethics of the community built from the foundation of the Goat Locker.
Date: 7/26/2025
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Matthew Pratt
Email: matthew.pratt30@gmail.com
Duty Station: Naval Construction Battalion 14
Comments: I’m honored to be selected and to embark on this journey to become a Chief Petty Officer. None of this would’ve been possible without my family. Your constant support, motivation, and sacrifice have carried me through every step of this journey. I love you all and thank you from the bottom of my heart. To Master Chief Doug Johnson and Chief William Fox, you’ve made an impact on me that goes deeper than rank or responsibility. You showed me how real leadership works: not just being in charge but serving with integrity and heart. Your encouragement and belief in me gave me strength, especially in the tough times, and I’ll carry those lessons with me forever. To NCB14 leadership, NCB14 CPO Mess and every Sailor and Officer I’ve had the chance to serve with: you’ve pushed me, taught me, and lifted me up. You’ve helped me grow into the leader I am today, and I’ll always be grateful for that.
Date: 7/26/25
From: HMC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Christopher Grotzer
Email: grotzerca@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NR Enroute Care Systems, NMRTC Camp Pendleton CA. Amphibious Construction Battalion 1, NAB Coronado CA. Seal Team 18, JEB Little Creek VA. Mobile Construction Battalion 27, CBC Gulfport MS.
Comments: LCDR (Ret.) Paul Fogel, your shoes are enormous. HMCS (Ret.) Leslie Fleury, no one more compassionate. Mom, Dad, I know how proud you must be. Tomorrow is not promised, and we may not exist in the future we are so concerned about, but too those who have believed in me, expected from me, and put me in the positions and environments I have excelled at to end up here. I thank you, may we continue to persevere.
Date: 7/26/25
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (Sel) Robert Walker
Email: bobbywalker555@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VR-56, NRC Charlotte
Comments: I am beyond blessed to be selected for the opportunity of becoming a Chief. I have had so many influential peers in my career, that have encouraged me to always strive for the next step. I will not take this opportunity for granted.
Date: 7/26/25
From: HMC(Sel) (FMF) Kristopher Krysa
Email: kriskrysa@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NH Beaufort SC/ MCRD Parris Island, MCAS Cherry Point NC, 2D 215 Brigade Security Force Assistance Advisor Team Camp Lejeune NC, NRC Indianapolis, 4th Med Bn SCoA, 4th Med Bn SCoB.
Comments: I currently live in Wisconsin and have met many across my career thus far. I am honored to begin this new chapter in my career. There are very few chances in life to be a part of an organization in which the sum is greater than its parts. This journey to becoming a Chief continues my family's connection to the Mess as my late uncle, Master Chief Roger Besaw, served for 30 years and passed while I was in boot camp. Legacy is vital to the success of the Navy, and I will forever be indebted to those who have come before me.
Date: 7/26/25
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) David Wright
Email: wrightdavi@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NH Camp Pendleton Echo Company, 2nd Battalion 7th Marines 1st Marine Air Wing Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 Marine Wing Support Group 17 Naval Branch Clinic Patuxent River Alpha Company, 3rd Medical Battalion NH Bremerton Naval Branch Clinic Panama City Beach NOSC Tampa NR Tranquility Det Bravo Company, 4th Medical Battalion
Comments: This is not a moment I ever expected to reach...but it’s one made possible by the guidance of strong leaders and the unwavering support of the junior Sailors I have had the honor to serve alongside. To my parents, Terri and Richard Wright: Thank you for teaching me that actions speak louder than words and that sacrifice is the purest form of love. To my wife, Sayaka: your quiet strength and daily grit have carried me more times than you know. To Allen McFadden: Thank you for showing me what authentic leadership looks like. To Jose Negron, you set the standard for what it means to be a Professional Sailor. And to Master Chief Kelly Wallen: thank you for showing me how to bring it all together, not just in my own life, but in the lives of those I serve. To everyone who has walked this path with me: thank you. I look forward to continuing to serve, with greater responsibility and deeper purpose.
Date: 7/25/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Daniel Matheney
Email: Daniel.l.matheney@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th Medical Battalion Alpha Company
Comments: I am honored to be selected for the opportunity to become a Chief. Without my Lord and Savior, the support of my wife, Amy, and my daughter Katie Beth, my Naval adventures would be for not. Every Chief that I have had has made an impact on my Naval career, and I know I stand on the shoulders of giants. I will take the lessons learned and try to honor them every day.
Date: 7/25/25
From: ISC(IW)(Sel) Jessica Reid
Email: Jessica.Fisher22@yahoo.com
Duty Stations: JBMDL (Fort Dix), NOB Norfolk, NAS Jax
Comments: I am honored to be selected for Chief. It is a momentous milestone in the United States Navy. To the Chiefs, the good and the bad, you have shown me the way, so that I may do right by my Sailors. Thank you for your support, your mistakes, and wisdom to aid in shaping the way I will lead. Shoutout to ISCM Sauermann, ISCS Viers, CTRCS Torres, ISCS Lane (RET). Your guidance and belief will be remembered and passed down. I will make you proud of your choice to put your faith in me recognizing my drive, worth, and potential. Here is to continuing the journey and leaving legacies.
Date: 7/25/25
From: ISC(IW/EXW) (Sel) Alexander Smith
Email: zzandersmith@gmail.com
Duty Stations: NRC CHARLESTON / NRC BUFFALO
Comments: Thank you for your time and consideration.
Date: 7/25/25
From: SMSgt USAF Roscoe Tamondong
Email: roscoetamondong@icloud.com
Duty Stations: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey (621st Contingency Response Wing) Oct 2023 ‐ Present
Incirlik Air Base, Turkey (728th Air Mobility Squadron) Oct 2022 ‐ Oct 2023
Joint Base McGuire‐Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey (305 Maintenance Squadron) Aug 2020 ‐ Oct 2022
Ramstein Air Base, Germany (86th Maintenance Group) Feb 2012 ‐ Aug 2020
Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom (352nd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron) Jan 2008 ‐ Jan 2012
Comments: My family's unwavering support has been an invaluable source of strength throughout our military career, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. I also want to thank the Navy Reserve Center Fort Dix, CMDCM(FMF) Calisha Jameson, for the opportunity to join their ranks, and especially AFCM(AW) Chip Martelle VR-64 MMCPO for his guidance, mentorship, and support since I have been in New Jersey. It is with this foundation of support and opportunity that I approach Season, deeply honored and humbled by the invitation. I am committed to absorbing the knowledge, wisdom, and experiences shared within the Mess, and dedicating myself to becoming a leader. I aspire to embody the values and honor the legacy of those who have served before me.
Date: 7/25/25
From: AEC(AW)(Sel) Briar Ball
Email: ballbriar14680@gmail.com
Duty Stations: VR-64 (2012-2017). FRCMA Detachment New Orleans (2017-2021). VP-62 (2021-2025). VP-30 (2025-Present).
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and my family for supporting my career. Thank you to the entire Broadarrow Chiefs Mess and Wardroom for everything they have done to help me get to this point. Special shoutout to LTJG Jeremy Herrmann, AECS Nick Gagne, AMCS Matt Smith, ADC Chris Steiner, CTRC Danny Godden, and AWOC (Ret) Adam Taylor, who’s anchor I will proudly wear in September.
Date: 7/25/25
From: HMC (FMF/SW) (SEL) Joshua Thomas O'Hara
Email: joshua.t.ohara91@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 6th Engineer Support Battalion, 4th Marine Logistics Group
Comments: I would like to thank Senior Chief Ron McCaslin, Senior Chief Rashanta Pippins, Chief James Chidester, Chief Zach Christensen, my fellow Chief Selects, Amanda Wolff and Andrew Stark, and all the many Sailors and Marines I have worked with over the years who have helped me reach this wonderful honor.
Date: 7/25/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Amber Joseph
Email: amber.l.miller1792@gmail.com
Duty Stations: 4th Medical Battalion, Surgical Company Alpha
Comments: I am honored to be invited for this season and forever grateful to the CPO mess. I am extremely grateful to my husband for supporting me through the past 3 years of non-stop orders and travel, also to my dad, USMC Sgt Danny R. Miller, for always believing in me and pushing to be a better person, friend, and leader. Thank you to all of my FMF leadership that have supported me from qualifying all the way to being a part of the coordination team. Thank you to all of my CPO mess that have seen potential in me and pushed me to do more of everything. Thank you HMCS Ron McCaslin, HMCS Wayne Holder, HMCM Cesar Othon, HMCM Billini Benoit, and HMCM Brad Leach, you have always believed in me to lead and get things accomplished. Thank you for everything you have done for me, taught me, encouraged me to do, I could not be more honored to be a part of the Mess, and leading sailors along with you. Thank you to my 4th Med Battalion family for giving me several opportunities to grow and flourish. I am truly excited for this journey and can't wait to walk among you.
Date: 7/25/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Damian Garcia
Email: garcia.damian23@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th Medical Battalion, Alpha Surgical Company / CNRSE ROC, NRC Jacksonville
Comments: It is an absolute honor to step foot in this sacred space. I am humbled to follow in the footsteps of those who built this legacy. I am here because of the leaders, mentors, shipmates, and family who believed in me and helped shape my path. Thank you to the Chiefs Mess for opening your doors and for continuing to shape and inspire the next generation.
Date: 7/25/25
From: GySgt Scott M. Lahr
Email: scott2582@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th Medical Battalion, Detachment, Surgical Company Bravo
Comments: I am honored and privileged to be invited to attend Season. I will take the knowledge and wisdom I will gain from the Mess and be an exemplary leader from those who have come before me. I am grateful for the support my wife has given me throughout our marriage and my enlistment. I want to personally thank SCPO Natividad, CPO Vancini, CPO Badum, CPO Salazar, and CPO Hall for giving me a chance to walk amongst giants. Thank you 4th Medical CPO Mess for allowing me to be part of your tradition!
Date: 7/25/25
From: YNC(EXW/AW)(Sel) Christy Chong
Email: christy.navy@gmail.com
Duty Station: Navy Reserve Center Boise
Comments: I am truly grateful and thankful for the CPO mess for this opportunity. Thank you to my family, friends, peers, and leaders for their support and mentorship. Thank you to YNC Jeremie Thompson, YNC Claudia Diazhidalgo, YNC(Ret) Miller Shield, YNC(Ret) Jeremy Yates, CMDCM(Ret) Steve Sessoms, EMC Jennelle Gravage, AOC George Day, PSC Tyler Gilbert and YNCS Syetta Marshall. Looking forward to the season!
Date: 7/24/25
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Jacob White
Email: jacobtwhite7@gmail.com
Duty Station: 4th Medical Battalion, H&S Company
Comments: I am thankful for the support of my wife, Jasmyn, who has stood by while I was occupied elsewhere with Navy business for the past 10 years, and a supportive CPO mess that I have had behind me to help lead and guide me to this point. I am also grateful to have been given the chance to lead. and mentor all of my Sailors and Marines. Watching them be recognized, qualify, promote, and achieve degrees and careers has been a highlight of my 15 years thus far. Thank you 4th Medical Battalion CPO mess for your trust and confidence.
Date: 7/24/25
From: PSC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Vardhini K. Shipley
Email: vshipley@outlook.com
Duty Stations: 1.NRC PITTSBURGH PA - SEP 2023 to PRESENT 2. NAVSEASYSCOM WASHINGTON DC - JUL 2020 - AUG 2023 3. USS HARRY S TRUMAN, NORFOLK, VA - JUL 2017 - JUL 2020 4. NRC NEW HAMPSHIRE NH - DEC 2014 - JUN 2017
COMMENT: I would like to thank NCCM (RET) Angela Keen, YNCM Makeba Baskin, & YNC Travis Osborne.
Date: 7/24/25
From: EMC(SS)(SEL) Brandon Bateman
Email: branb8man89@gmail.com
Duty Station: SurgeMain Everett
Comments: Special thanks to EMCM Brandon Haschke, MRC Benjamin Moore, EMC John Carden and the rest of the SM Everett Chiefs Mess