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FY 2018 CPO Selectee Deck Log
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Date: 09:16pm
From: FCC(SW/AW) (SEL) Brian Matthew Buswell
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 115, USS BATAAN
Comments: I'd like to thank my wife for supporting me up to and through this point. I'd like to thank FCCS Charles Snyder, FCC Keith Krum and ENS Paul Johnson (formerly FCC Paul Johnson) for molding me and keeping me straight and true, and I'd like to thank all the FC's from CF Division on the USS BATAAN. Without you guys, I never would have gotten to this point as well as the rest of C5I department for teaching the ways of all the rates outside of the FC rating to make me one of the best CSOOW's onboard. I appreciate you all very much.
Date: 02:09pm
From: SOC(Sel) Aaron Pinkel
Duty Stations: NSA2 Bahrain
Comments: Really excited to be here!
Date: 02:08pm
From: FCC(sel) Allison White
Duty Stations: USS McFAUL
Comments: Special thanks to my wife for supporting me at all times. Thanks to my sponsors for letting me vent when I thought I couldn't make it. And thanks to all my family for always being there for me and believing in me at all times
Date: 10:48am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) John Wicker
Duty Stations: USS McFAUL DDG 74
Comments: Couldn't have made it with out my wife and kids! Thank you to OSCS(SW)Andre Whittaker(retired), OSC(SW)McNair(retired) and to the whole OI Division onboard USS McFaul. Without you guys I wouldn't have made it here. THANK YOU!!! V/r OSC(SW)(SEL)John Wicker
Date: 01:24am
From: HTC (Sel) Levon Carter
Duty Stations: FDRMC, ACU4, Frank Cable, CVN77
Comments: Thanks my family and all the Chiefs and sailors who helped me get to this point in my career. Without your support and guidance I would not be here.
Date: 10:54pm
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Martha Mayoral
Duty Stations: USS WASP(LHD1)
Comments: Would like to thank my family and friends for always supporting me through this journey I decided to take 16 years ago. I would not be where I am today if it wasn't for the Sailors that have allowed me to lead and mentor them and for the support and guidance from all of those that have given me advice and mentorship. I am forever grateful. GO NAVY! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:55pm
From: MAC (SW/AW) (SEL) DeMarcus Rice
Duty Stations: NSA Panama City
Comments: Looking forward to being a part of the Mess.
Date: 07:33pm
From: ISC(IW/SW)(SEL) Benjamin J. Mongue
Duty Stations: COMEXSTRKGRU SEVEN, COMUSNAVCENT, COMSTRIKFORNATO, USS ESSEX (LHD-2), USS KEARSARGE (LHD-3)
Comments: Ready to turn to and execute the Plan of the Day.
Date: 01:48pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Jonathan Levai
Duty Stations: USS KAUFFMAN, USS OAK HILL, ATGPNW
Comments: I want to thank everyone in my career who guided me and push me to get where i am today, also i want to thank all my Sailors who have helped me and thought of me as their leader and mentor throughout my time in. I want to thank my wife and kids for sticking through the tough times and believing in me. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:26pm
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Sean Connolly
Duty Stations: 2063072464
Comments: I would like to thank DCCM Danny Burke, HTCS Carl Brandt,DCCS Steven Tanner, and HTC Scott Kochara for pushing me and bring out what I used to hold back.
Date: 09:28am
From: ASC(Sel) Brian A. Young
Duty Stations: FRCNW
Comments: Thanks to the following that got me to this phase of my life. ASC(AW/SW) Young, Arlene My loving and adorable children, My parents, family, Mother-In-Law. Special thanks to Ron Livingston, Rob Glover, Jamie Atkins, Loran Thompson, James Kenyon, Zeus Vargas, Oliver Randall, Vincent Carmona, Juan Rubio, Cherisse Smith, Rafiki Smith and the Chiefs Mess as a whole. Last, my greatest thanks to the Sailors for which none of this would be possible. Their trust in me to lead was by far the greatest honor.
Date: 12:41am
From: ITC(Sel) Brandon van Baggen
Duty Stations: SRT-1, MCT-1, NCTAMS PAC, VAQ-131
Comments: I would like to thank all of my mentors and Sailors over the years that have helped me get to this point. I look forward to helping guide and direct them as others have before me.
Date: 10:49pm
From: GSEC (SW) (SEL) Jonathan Burg
Duty Stations: USS GARY, SWOSU Great Lakes, USS TRIPOLI PRECOM
Comments: As we quickly approach Friday's pinning ceremony, I want to congratulate all of my peers whom were selected, and publicly thank any and everyone who has ever taken the time to mentor me throughout my career. If it's one thing I have learned throughout the season, it's that I am nothing alone; I (y)am who I (y)am today because of the influences of those people, and my family. Here's to the end of one chapter in my life/career, and the beginning of another journey!
Date: 07:43pm
From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) DONALD METCALF
Duty Stations: Naval Submarine Training Center Pacific, USS Jacksonville SSN699
Comments: Aloha and thank you to my family and shipmates who have helped me get to where I am today. HOOYAH
Date: 02:33pm
From: ISC(Sel) Robert Brown
Duty Stations: RSHQ, Kabul; USCENTCOM; PACOM JIOC 0219; VQ-1; AIMD Pt Mugu
Comments: So very humbled by this opportunity. So many people helped get me here. My family being the ever present force, always keeping me on track. My son, Konnor. For always being what motivates me. And I would especially like to thank those Chiefs who have influenced and guided me above and beyond what was required of them. PRC Sawyer ISCS Lange ISC Henry-Mack ISCM U'ren
Date: 02:01pm
From: GMC(SW) (SEL) Chris Petrosky
Duty Stations: EODTEU-ONE DET China Lake
Comments: Thanks to everyone who mentored me to get here.
Date: 01:04pm
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) DMITRIY V KHVATKOV
Duty Stations: NMCB FOUR; CBMU 303; PHIBCB ONE; NCTC
Comments: I would like to thank the following mentors in my life for getting me to this point, couldn't of done it without you and the awesome troops I've been blessed to lead up to this point. SEA DAD: EOC(RET) TOM KUNTZ CMDCM(RET) DOUGLAS HEINER EQCM(RET) KATHY KEITH EOCS ORLANDO PHILLIPS EOC TOM HENNEMANN UTCS SCOTT FIELD EOC DAVID COBBEL CMCS CHRISTIAN BELTRAMO EOCS JOHNATHON STARNES EOC JOSHUA BULFER EOC JOSEPH GRIMM EOC(RET) CHRIS HENDERSON SWCS MARTIN VILLAPANDO SPECIAL THANKS TO MY SPONSORS BMC BRANDON GANO AND EOCS ROBERT MCGAHA! THERE ARE MANY MORE TO LIST, BUT IF YOU HAVE TOUCHED MY LIFE AND CAREER, YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE, THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART TO ALL!
Date: 10:50am
From: ATC(Sel) Jerad Mefferd
Duty Stations: VAQ-141/VAQ-138/NATTC Pensacola/VAQ-142
Comments: I would like to thank every Sailor and every Chief that helped me reach the pinnacle of my career, I would not be where I am at today without the guidance and support from above, and the hard work and dedication from the junior Sailors along the way
Date: 07:54am
From: LSC (Sel) KENNETH KIRKCONNELL
Duty Stations: EODMU-4, USS UNDERWOOD FFG36, LOGSU-1, SEAL TEAM ONE, RTC GREAT LAKES, PCRON ONE
Comments: Special thanks to all the Chiefs who guided me along the way! LSCS CARIAGA, BEN ETCM ATIENZA, JOSEPH CWO4 RET. SARMIENTO, JOSELITO PSCM RET. ABANO, ROMY LSC GILLISPIE, CHRISTOPHER CEC CAYETANO, ROLANDO
Date: 07:50am
From: GMC(Sel) BETH FAWCETT
Duty Stations: PCRON, NMC Det Guam, NMC Det Bahrain, DDG 82, DDG 66, DDG 55, DDG 58, FLC NORFOLK
Comments: I had a lot of mentors who helped me out over the time. GMC Perez GMC Smith ITCS Rutledge
Date: 11:37pm
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) Quinisha Abrahams
Duty Stations: VAQ-129; HSM-78; OPNAV N1/CNP
Comments: I owe so much thanks to so many who have mentored me through the years. Velda Beckwith (momma) YN1 Pamela Haley, Ret. YN3 Johnica Reese-Williams, (Vet) YNCS Anthonio Brockington NCCM Paul Tye YNCM John Perez Thank you for all your support over the years, looking forward to paying it forward!
Date: 09:56pm
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Chandara Alisha Pratt
Duty Stations: Current: HSC-23 Past: NRD Chicago, HSC-25, VPU-2
Comments: I could not thank my current, past junior sailors, and leadership enough for trusting my leadership. Without that I would not be in this position. I also would like to thank my family. Dad you have always been there for every event I had growing up as a little girl. With your guidance you taught me to always respect yourself and others. Mom you told me never let anyone run over you. Always stay strong and never give up. And you're always praying for me. You are the ones that keep me going. I will keep pushing. Class 124. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 09:26pm
From: ADC(AW)(Sel) Eric J Grothaus
Duty Stations: NASNI
Comments: Commands that I have been at that helped me HSL-45, HSM-75, HSM-41, HSC-23. I would like to thank ADC Jacobs and AVCM Acosta for mentoring.
Date: 09:16pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sharon Denise McQueen
Duty Stations: Navy Expeditionary Combat Command
Comments: Thank you to everyone that has touched my career from when I joined as an undesignated fireman to today. A special thank you to ALL of the SAILORS that was onboard the USS MICHAEL MURPHY from 2012-2015. I wouldn't be here without you all. I am blessed to have lead and be lead by someone of the Navy finest. It was then when I was taught what it meant to be selfless and humble.
Date: 03:31pm
From: AZC(Sel) Jason Knowlton
Duty Stations: RATCEN (Willow Grove), HM-15, VR-48 (Washington, DC), NOSC Fort Worth, CFLSW
Comments: Thanks to everyone for my selection to this year's Chief Class. My current command has given me considerable guidance and hopefully I will be a great chief! Further, one day be able influence a great number of sailors one day. Thank you for reading this. V/r, AZC(Sel) Knowlton
Date: 11:33am
From: ITC(SEL) Rachel Lord
Duty Stations: OPNAV, DIA Stuttgart, SOCCENT, CIDLS San Diego, USS MILIUS, USS LEYTE GULF
Comments: It is an honor to have been selected for Chief and I am so appreciative of everyone that helped me get here, especially my family.
Date: 11:31am
From: BMC(SW/AW)(SEL) David Babil
Duty Stations: Current: BMU2. Past: LHD6, USNA, DDG51, CVN73
Comments: I would like to thank my current and past junior sailors, leadership and my family for trusting, cultivating, and standing beside me throughout my career. I promise not to let you down. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 06:12am
From: YNC(Sel) Julie Stallings
Duty Stations: USS CARTER HALL (LSD-50), ECRC HQ LITTLE CREEK, NOSC AKRON, CENTER FOR SEABEES AND FACILITIES ENGINEERING, COMDESRON ONE, OCNR/OPNAV
Comments: Thank you first and foremost to my family: Marcus, and our children. In God's time, all falls into place.
Date: 12:20am
From: MAC(Sel) Jeremiah Morgan
Duty Stations: Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Comments: Previous duty stations: NSA Naples 2011-2014 NSF Diego Garcia 2010-2011 MCSFBN Kings Bay 2008-2010
Date: 10:17pm
From: HMC(EXW/FMF)(SEL) Joshua Hervas
Duty Stations: Logistics support unit
Comments: Thank you
Date: 09:25pm
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Joseph Beatty
Duty Stations: CRG-2 Det Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank all my past and present chiefs, I have truly learned something from everyone of you, Particularly I would like to thank MAC Hill(ret) for having the most impact on me as my first LCPO as a LPO, many invaluable lessons through out the years.
Date: 08:18pm
From: PSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Hilliard Wayne Kelly III
Duty Stations: Joint Chiefs of Staff Pentagon
Comments: It is truly an honor to be here at this point in my life. None of this would have ever been possible without God, my family and my mentors all throughout my career. I will continue to mold, guide and train junior sailors just as others before me have done. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 08:15pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Elsie Gonzalez
Duty Stations: ATRC Dahlgren
Comments: I want to graciously thank all who have helped me along the way to become a better Sailor; all who have had the patience and believed in me making a difference and lead as a Chief. It wasn't an easy journey (I don't think making to this point is not, anyways), but I wanted to become a Chief Petty Officer, and through hard work, tenacity and never quit attitude, I now stand before you and ready to join one of the best mess in the fleet. Thank you to my mentors, sponsors, friends and family. Sincerely, Elsie Gonzalez
Date: 05:43pm
From: BMC(Sel) Samantha Romans
Duty Stations: PCU Portland
Comments: Thank You!
Date: 04:26pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) David Layne
Duty Stations: HM-14(FRD), HM-15
Comments: First and foremost I thank my wonderful wife for her support and my three children for their sacrifice along my side!! AOC(ret) Mathaney, ADCS Hector Medina, AMCS Jamie Fleischman, ATC Mike Preston, PRC Roger Purvenas, MNC Kyle Sablan, and AWSCS Josh Husband for never relaxing their push for improvement and are always there to provide course correction, support, and wisdom as required. Also, every single Sailor that has worked for me and given me the chance to mentor and worked their guts out for our success. I know with out both sides of my supporters I would not be selected as CHIEF!!!
Date: 02:44pm
From: ISC (Sel) Michael Edwards
Duty Stations: Naval Special Warfare Command, NAB Coronado
Comments: I am truly lucky to be here today and I thank everyone who put me in the right places allowing me to make the choices that led me here today!
Date: 02:14pm
From: ETC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) John L Close
Duty Stations: CSCSU Great Lakes, NCTS Bahrain, SWRMC San Diego, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, CID LS FT Gordon, USS Kearsarge
Comments: I would like to thank the following Chiefs, ETC Dave Franklin, ETC Brian Baker, ETC Ryan Guess, GMC Brandon Gomes, ETCS Jason Dupre, FCCS Dewayne Jones, and FCACS Chris Perras. I would not have made this far without you, thank you all for everything that you have done for me.
Date: 06:49am
From: ETNC(SEL) James A Foster
Duty Stations: USS SCRANTON (SSN 756), NPTU Ballston Spa, PCU Vermont
Comments: I'd like to thank my Chiefs Luis 'El Toro' Torres, Joseph Wisniewski, George 'Bubba' Melton, and Brian Biddle, to just name a few
Date: 01:49am
From: AZC(AW) (Sel) Bryan Walker
Duty Stations: HSM-37; FRCSE Det Mayport; VP-5
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, mentors, and shipmates that helped me reach this point in my career. I am looking forward to the joining the mess!
Date: 11:21pm
From: GMC(SW) (sel) Jerelanthony Mendoza Ancheta
Duty Stations: OPSUP 2225, MSC EPU 115, COMNAVREGHI
Comments: I am very thankful for the following members: BMCS Edward Campos, QMCS David Warden, LSC Monica Napoleon, PSCM Michael Richards, OSCS Paul Bruders, ITC Brian Pederson, LSCS Gale Hammelspach, EMC Kevin Veach, and there are so many I just have lost track of during the past 17 year.
Date: 09:13pm
From: YNC(SW)(Sel) Marty Gamache
Duty Stations: NAVNETWARCOM, RCC MIDLANT, USJFCOM, USS DOYLE (FFG 39), SERMC, NAS JRB FT WORTH
Comments: I have to thank more people that characters allowed. First and foremost to all the Chiefs that never gave up on me and continue to push me to be better than I am. Secondly to the Sailors that I have had the honor of serving beside each and everyday of my career my success is a direct reflection of their support and dedication. And finally my family for all their support during deployments, long travels, and the long hours, they have paid off and will continue to pay dividends as I continue to pay it forward to the Sailors I can bring up behind me. YNC(SW)(Sel) Marty Gamache
Date: 09:03pm
From: ETC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Byron R. Clark
Duty Stations: USS ANTIETAM
Comments: Like to thank all my junior sailors for getting me this far. To my family thank you for supporting me along my journey. And to all the CPO, SCPO, and MCPO's that mentored me along the way, a big thankyou goes to you all as well.
Date: 08:57pm
From: FCAC(SW)(Sel) Adam Kramer
Duty Stations: USAAMDS Aegis Ashore Romania, CSCS Det Norfolk, USS MONTEREY (CG-61)
Comments: Far too many to thank, especially those that guided rather than pushed me in the right directions.
Date: 08:22pm
From: BMC (SEL) Christopher Emir Hill
Duty Stations: Recruit Training Command
Comments: I like to thank all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs throughout my career for helping and mentored me to be better as a person and as a leader. I am excited and also humbled to be given the opportunity to join the largest and strongest fraternity on earth! I look forward to the day I can truly call you all brothers and sisters!
Date: 07:31pm
From: FCC(SEL) Micahel A. McManus
Duty Stations: USS SAN JACINTO/ USS CHAFEE/ USS JAMES E WILLIAMS/ CPPD/ NETC LS DAM NECK
Comments: I couldn't have done it with out the help of countless people over these last 12 years. Thank you to the shipmates that I've served with, without you I wouldn't of been able to achieve this. Most of all thank you to my family for holding it down while I wasn't able to. I'm looking forward to the challenges ahead.
Date: 05:00pm
From: ENC(SEL) Antonio Antwaine Matthews
Duty Stations: NRD Jacksonville
Comments: Looking forward to being a part of the Mess!!
Date: 03:36pm
From: HMC(SEL) Daniel Flood
Duty Stations: USS MESA VERDE LPD19
Comments: Thank you to my mentors and all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have supported me along the way.
Date: 07:00pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Shawn P. Tracy
Duty Stations: FRCMA DET NOLA / VAQ-209
Comments: Congratulations to all the other selectees and thank you to all those Chiefs that pulled me up and Peers and junior troops who pushed me up.
Date: 04:55pm
From: ETNC(Sel)(SW/AW) Thomas J. Killian
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D. Eisenhower/S8G Prototype
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all the love and support through all the late nights and time away. I would also like to thank all of the Chiefs throughout my career who have helped me become the leader that I am today. I am excited and also humbled to be given the opportunity to join the largest and strongest fraternity on earth! I look forward to the day I can truly call you all brothers and sisters! -Tom
Date: 03:39pm
From: QMC(SW/IW)(SEL) Nickolas Gibson
Duty Stations: USS MITSCHER (DDG 57) / USS GREEN BAY (LPD 20)
Comments: Before anything else is said I'd like to thank QMCS Bryce Brown and ISC Billy Gordon for never losing faith in me and always expecting the best. They did not lift me up alone though and I would not be here without the Sailors I served with onboard GREEN BAY and specifically Navigation Division. I am proud to say that I served with some of the finest Sailors that America has put to sea and only hope and pray that I left half as good an influence on them as they did on me. Also, to my parents and grandparents who sacrificed so much and never failed to show me that the greatest successes and accomplishments are all for nothing unless they were worked hard for and done with others in mind. Lastly to my Lord, for without him or his Son I would truly have no compass and my life would be as directionless as a boat tossed upon the waves of a storm. My greatest thanks, Nickolas
Date: 03:07pm
From: HMC(FMF/EXW) (Sel) Joseph R. Lynn
Duty Stations: Aircrew Survival Training Center, Pax River
Comments: I would like to thank my family for sticking beside me and for all the Chief's and mentors I've had throughout my career who have helped me in furthering my career.
Date: 01:39pm
From: BMC(SW) (SEL) Jose E. Cruz
Duty Stations: USS ZEPHYR, USS CHINOOK, NWSBTC, USS HIGGINS
Comments: I would like to thanks all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have support and guided me throughout my naval career.
Date: 12:43pm
From: ENC(Sel) Daniel J Davis
Duty Stations: CRS-2
Comments: Looking forward to joining the mess!
Date: 09:29am
From: BUC(SEL) Jeffrey Wyttenbach
Duty Stations: nmcb three
Comments: I did not get to this point by myself many people helped me along the way. I will continue to give back in every way I can. V/R BUC(SEL) Wyttenbach
Date: 09:12am
From: QMC QMC(EXW/SW) (SEL)
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Group TWO
Comments: This moment is to thank God and all the junior sailors, my peers, Chief's, Senior Chief's, Master Chief's and Officers who have been integral in me getting here. The journey is not over as it is just beginning.
Date: 02:20am
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Casey Scott
Duty Stations: USS BOXER, CSCS Det. West, SWOS Det. San Diego, NOSC Portland, CFAC Chinhae
Comments: I want to send out a huge thank you to all the Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Master Chief's who have assisted in my growth thus far in my Naval Career. I have contacted all of you and will continue to do so throughout the rest of my career.
Date: 09:37pm
From: LNC (SW/AW) (Sel) Sarah Kelly-Alston
Duty Stations: USS WASP (LHD 1)
Comments: First and foremost, thank you to my family and God! Without them I would not be here and I know that. Thank you to all the Sailors , Chiefs and Officers who have believed in me and supported me. Only a few more days but the real challenges are still ahead! #NavyChief #NavyPride
Date: 08:29am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Francisco Manriquebaez
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE, COMFAIRFWD, USS BLUE RIDGE, PATRECONWING1, USS BULKELEY
Comments: A huge thank you to all the Sailors, and Chiefs past and present with whom I worked with and to my family and wife for enduring through all the hardships. I would not be here if it wasn't for all of you.
Date: 08:04am
From: QMC (SW) (Sel) Dustin Donner
Duty Stations: SWOSCOLCOM
Comments: Thank you QMCS Maxwell, QMC Salazar, and QMC Mcelvaney. As much as I am a pain in the butt you all stuck with me.
Date: 12:22am
From: MNC(SEL) Kyle Jacobs
Duty Stations: USS Chief
Comments: What's up Brothers and Sisters
Date: 12:05am
From: MAC(Sel) Jorge Barajas
Duty Stations: NSF BAHRAIN
Comments: KILL!
Date: 09:48pm
From: NCC(EXW)(Sel) Christopher W. Randall
Duty Stations: NSSC New London, CRS TWO and FOUR, Riverine Squadron ONE, Naval Base Guam, MSRON 3, US Navy Ceremonial Guard
Comments: Thank you to my family, Sailors, leaders and mentors! Without you, I would not have been selected. Congrats to my fellow selectees! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 09:14pm
From: ISC(EXW/SCW/SW/AW) (SEL) Cory Ray Tinner
Duty Stations: NSWG2
Comments: Thanks to my family, mentors, peers, and those who have worked for me. Every one played a part.
Date: 08:10pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Santos Oyoque Jr
Duty Stations: USS Nashville (LPD-13) MSRON3 DET Bahrain, USS Stephen W. Groves FFG29, USS Samuel B. Roberts FFG58, CENSECFOR LS Mayport
Comments: Congrats brothers and sisters!
Date: 06:12pm
From: PSC(SEL)(SW/AW/EXW/IW) WILL CAGE
Duty Stations: USS RAMAGE
Comments: No comment
Date: 01:55pm
From: MCC (SEL) DONISHA BROWN
Duty Stations: WHCA
Comments: HOOYA!
Date: 12:51pm
From: ETC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Walter Holt
Duty Stations: ACU-5
Comments: UNITY SERVICE NAVIGATION
Date: 12:19pm
From: CTIC(IW/SW)(SEL) Benjie Kabingue
Duty Stations: NIOC Hawaii
Comments: This is a great opportunity to learn some wisdom from those who came before me.
Date: 10:27am
From: NCC(SEL) STACYANN HALLIBURTON
Duty Stations: NOSC PENSACOLA
Comments: I am Honored to be part of the Chief Mess.
Date: 08:36am
From: STGC (SW/IUSS) (Sel) Justin Marshall
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: Thanks to all my family, friends, mentors & the Sailors that helped me reach this milestone in my life! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 09:16pm
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Russell T. King
Duty Stations: Naval Submarine Base Groton, CT and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, GA
Comments: Hooyah Goatlocker!
Date: 07:53pm
From: ETC(SW/SCW) (SEL) Jeremy Riley
Duty Stations: USS Somerset; NBVC PT Mugu; NMCB 40; USNS Niagara Falls
Comments: Thank you to my Wife, my Sailors, my Mentors, and everyone who pushed me and put me on the right track throughout my career.
Date: 07:04pm
From: NCC (AW/SW) (SEL) Kwane James
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco
Comments: Looking forward to see all the great info on this site.
Date: 07:04pm
From: GSEC(SW) (SEL) Patrick Olea
Duty Stations: USS WAYNE E. MEYER, NRD SAN FRANCISCO
Comments: I would like to thank my family especially my Mother, Merlene who has been my inspiration and my role model since I was young. I would not be here right now if it wasn't for her. I would also like to thank all the people especially all the sailors that served with me and guided me throughout the way. I am forever be grateful.
Date: 06:51pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) DeMarco Blakely
Duty Stations: USS TEMPEST, LCS CREW 103, CYBERSPACE RECRUITING TEAM, USS PRINCETON, USS BELLEAU WOOD
Comments: Thanks to my family and LCS Crew 103 "Rough Riders" for helping me get to this point in my career I couldn't have done it without you all.
Date: 02:01pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/IW) (SEL) ANIKA MILLER
Duty Stations: NH OKINAWA; MCAS BEAUFORT, MCRD PARRIS ISLAND, USS BLUE RUDGE
Comments: My thanks to my family, the biggest supporter I have. My daughter my inspiration. My mother who has always given encouragement. My Sailors, without you I would not be here. My peers for being dependable. The Mess for the constant mentoring me through the ups and down. Thank you for everything.
Date: 12:32pm
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Eric Dennis Baldger
Duty Stations: ASTC Cherry Point, HSM-51, ASTC Pensacola, HSC-23, NADEP North Island, HSL-47, VFA-15
Comments: First, I would like to thank all the Sailors for their hard work and dedication. Second, the Chiefs that guided and mentored me to get to this point. At 19 years, I really started to lose all hope. Thanks for keeping my head up and focused to never drop my pack. Most importantly I would like to thank my wife Ashley and daughter Ellie for always being supportive and understanding.
Date: 11:31am
From: SWC(SCW)(SEL) Christopher S Whipp
Duty Stations: NMCB 18
Comments: I'm looking forward to vast, world wide network of experience and knowledge I will be able to utilize to help me be the best Chief I can be.
Date: 10:39am
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Ashley Wilson
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ
Comments: I would like to thank all my mentors and past/ current leaders who have pushed me, Sailors who have helped me get here. Thank you to my family for your continued love and support.
Date: 08:50am
From: HMC(SEL) Julio C. Medina Sr.
Duty Stations: USS Reuben James FFG-57, NH Jacksonville, NMCB 74, CENSECFOR LS Mayport, NMTSC San Antonio
Comments: Humbled to be here.
Date: 04:05am
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Ja Bertelsman
Duty Stations: NAS Jax Florida, Pax River Maryland, Kaneohe Bay Hawaii
Comments: Navy Chief Navy Pride!
Date: 08:55pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF/AW)(SEL) Ab AKINBOWALE
Duty Stations: COMNAVSURFLANT
Comments: Glad to be part of the mess!
Date: 08:08pm
From: ASC(AW/SW)(Sel) Michael Todd Mabery
Duty Stations: CNATTU Cherry Point
Comments: I look forward to working with everyone and taking any advice I can get.
Date: 07:44pm
From: ABEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Edward Paul White
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman CVN-75
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that helped me achieve this mile stone.
Date: 07:20pm
From: HMC(FMF/IW) (SEL) SHIVA R. GIRI
Duty Stations: 3d Medical Battalion, 3d MLG
Comments: I would like to thank my family, mentors, leadership, and the Sailors, Marines, Soldiers, and Airmen who I have had the opportunity to work with in different duty stations. I could not have done alone without everyone's support and guidance. Thank you.
Date: 04:49pm
From: FCAC(SEL) Joshua Ross
Duty Stations: USAAMDS RO
Comments: Thank you to all I have served with, I've learned something from everyone, good and bad. Banjo and Chip, thanks.
Date: 04:33pm
From: ISC (IW/EXW/PJ)(SEL) Jody Michael Pulford
Duty Stations: NEIC- Navy Expeditionary Intelligence Command (Currently mobilized), NR NEIC 0222 (Reserve unit)
Comments: Huge thank you to ISCS Tom McMillan who invested an incredible amount of time and effort to help me reach this point. Also two additional mentors, ISC Charlie Stillwell and ISC Nelson Morgan. Your mentoring is appreciated and will be needed even more after Sep 15.
Date: 04:24pm
From: CEC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Kevin R. Humble
Duty Stations: USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51), USS WASP (LHD 1), NMCB-15, NMCB-22
Comments: Thank you to my family for all the support and time you have given through the years. You have to know where you have been to see where you are going. Thank you to the many sailors, both senior and junior, who have ever crossed my path. You all have in some way mentored, trained, inspired, pushed, and guided me to be a better sailor and be a part of something bigger than me. I would like to say thank you to some special people, Senior Chief Hughes (Retired), Senior Chief Baxter, Senior Chief McQueen, Senior Chief Hinderberger and Senior Chief Davidson (Retired). I have made mistakes made but lessons have been learned from them. Through this process I’ve had to educate and change the ways I communicate with others, but found ways to overcome the challenges. I have even learned you have to be willing to accept failure to learn from because everything in life is not perfect. I will take these values with me into civilian life, even after my Navy Career. I would like to humbly thank the NOSC Kansas City Chiefs Mess for enhancing my knowledge during this process and in the future.
Date: 04:02pm
From: ABHC(Sel) Jerome Gaynor Jr.
Duty Stations: USS LEWIS B. PULLER
Comments: I'm ABHC (Sel) Jerome.Gaynor Jr. from Portsmouth, VA. I'm currently stationed on board USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3). I'm a FY18 CPO Selectee.
Date: 03:53pm
From: ABHC(AW/SW/SW) (SEL) Ricardo Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS WASP
Comments: It is an honor to be part of this community.
Date: 03:22pm
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Pat Ingram
Duty Stations: USS PORTER (DGG 78)
Comments: I just want to thank my family, mentors, and Sailors that got me to this point. I'm looking forward to this new challenge and I'm eager to learn.
Date: 03:19pm
From: AOC(SEL) (AW/SW) Salvatore McGillin
Duty Stations: CVN 70
Comments: Id like to thank everyone that has helped me get here! I look forward to being part of this great family.
Date: 02:06pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Michael Faddis
Duty Stations: USS MOMSEN DDG 92
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank God for allowing me this opportunity. I would like to also thank my family for their support over the past 18 years. Lastly, but certainly not least, I would like to thank all the Sailors who have helped me get here along the way.
Date: 01:43pm
From: BMC(Sel) Andrew Wood
Duty Stations: CVN 69
Comments: I look foward to being apart of such a great communite.
Date: 12:27pm
From: MMC (SEL) (SW) Eduardo Carrasco
Duty Stations: SWOSU GREAT LAKES/USS BENFOLD/USS EISENHOWER/SWOS NORFOLK/ USS KITTY HAWK
Comments: Wanted to thanks all of my mentors for getting me ready to this point. Can't wait to see what the future holds. Thanks again for the support.
Date: 11:41am
From: YNC(SEL) Amy Sue Gregory
Duty Stations: NAS JRB NOLA, NOSC EVERETT, CNRFC HQ
Comments: The saying rings true, "It takes a village to raise a child." In my case it took a Navy to rear a Chief. I have learned from the good and bad, the young the old, the junior to the most Senior of ranks. I have found value in every lesson and will continue to carry them through the ranks. I want to thank those who have given me purpose in the Navy. Pushed me outside of my comfort zone and challenged me to be a better Sailor. I would like to give special recognition to a EMCS(SW) Jerry E. Dotson as he has “raised” me from an E5. He embodies the senior enlisted ranks and provides sound mentorship so that one day I can follow in his footsteps. Thank you Senior Chief Dotson, truly. You are a role model for all to emulate. Failure has never been an option for me. But through this process I have learned that we are all human and failure is apart of life. It's how you grow from your failures that you can you truly succeed. Thank you to the NOSC Kansas City Chief’s Mess for this lesson and so many more.
Date: 07:57am
From: MMC(SEL) Matthew Wojciechowski
Duty Stations: USS Tarawa (LHA-1), USS Enterprise (CVN-65), Naval Base Coronado, SEAL Team THREE
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends and mentors your love and guidance is the reason were here. Looking forward to becoming a student to future mentors and upholding the proud tradition of the Navy Chief.
Date: 07:13am
From: STGC(SW/IUSS)(SEL) ROBERT DUNK
Duty Stations: USS MUSTIN (DDG-89), COMSUBPAC NAVDATCEN, USS INGRAHAM (FFG-61)
Comments: Thanks everyone who helped get me here. My family and Navy Family both, and everyone else who was there.
Date: 05:32am
From: DCC(SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) Joseph Beier
Duty Stations: USS Vincennes (CG-49), USS Lassen (DDG-82), USS Pinckney (DDG-91), USS Makin Island (LHD-8), SWOS San Diego, NSA Bahrain, USS Benfold (DDG-65)
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their support of my career; I would not be here without them. To all the Chiefs who have mentored me in the past, I have become who I am because of all of you and Thank you for kicking me in the ass when I needed it.
Date: 05:15am
From: ADC (AW) (SEL) Joseph P. Crisostomo JR
Duty Stations: VPU-2, VX-1, VAQ-136, FRC West, VP-47, VP-30
Comments: I have soo many people to thank for getting me to this point in my career. However one man has inspired me to work hard and that is my step-father Ignacio Q. Cruz. Although He has no service relation I emulated his work ethic and put in work. Its been a rough road but I'm here and I intend to see it through. My name is not on the FY-18 Selectee list because my selction was on hold and so was removed. I have since received confirmation from CNP of my selection. I wish every selectee could know that feeling to be so close and be uncertain it is humbling.
Date: 03:51am
From: GMC (EXW) (SEL) Geoffrey Martin
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron 2
Comments: I just want to think the following Chiefs, Sailors and Family for getting me to this point. BMC Philipp Pickle, QMC Josh Orbich, GMC Karl Patz, GMC Richard Ashwroth, GMC Nick Walker, GMC Bobby Bixlerand so many othe great Chiefs. All the sailors I have had the pleasure to work with over the last 9 years. My grandfather Ralph Martin for being my biggest inspiration.
Date: 03:50am
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Gary Stevens
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), Navy Personnel Command, USS George H. W. Bush
Comments: I am very excited to have been selected to Chief. I am nervous for the new challenges that this will bring, but very much looking forward to working with the rest of the Mess!
Date: 03:12am
From: HMC(SEL) Fredrick Valenzuela
Duty Stations: 3D MED BN, 3D MLG
Comments: I am humbled and honored to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the Worlds Finest Navy. My journey and challenge has just begun and hope to learn from every genuines and Selectee around the world. One Team, One Fight! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 01:46am
From: CTTC(IW/SW)(SEL) Joe Fattore
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT, SSFA, USS PRINCETON (CG-59), NAVIOCOM COLORADO
Comments: What a truly humbling experience. I am so thankful to all of those people who have helped me get to where I am today. My wife, Riza, has been my rock over the last 11 years. All of the Sailors that I have worked with and have worked for me played a big part in getting me where I am today. CTTC (Ret) Joe Devens, CTTC Pete Zemore, CTTC Nic Pazar, ITC Jim Vitale, and CTRCS (Ret) Jen Aberhle are just a few but huge influences in my career. To them, I humbly say, Thank You.
Date: 11:25pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Whaylon Crago
Duty Stations: VQ-3/VQ-7/VQ-4/Carbird NAS Sig/VFA-125
Comments: First thanks to my family for sticking with me through all the years!! Thank you to all the sailors that have guided and mentored me in my career.
Date: 10:03pm
From: SWC(sel) (SCW/SS) Jonathan Fulton
Duty Stations: NMCB 18
Comments: Thank you too all that have supported me and allowed me to reach this point.
Date: 08:13pm
From: AWSC(Sel) (NAC/AW/SW) Brett Collins
Duty Stations: Naval Air Station North Island
Comments: Greetings all and congrats to the FY18 CPO Selectees! I look forward to the brotherhood and sisterhoodd of this wonderful establishment. I am so proud to be in this position. Been in for 16 years, a lot of sacrifice and hard work to get to the point in my career.
Date: 07:41pm
From: MTC(SS) (SEL) Kyle James Romine
Duty Stations: USS Henry M. Jackson Blue SSBN 730
Comments: Looking forward to being a part of the Mess!
Date: 05:32pm
From: ENC(EXW)(SEL) Steven J. Roby
Duty Stations: CRS-1 Bravo Company
Comments: I have to thank my amazing wife Candi who has stood by me through multiple mobilizations as well as the demanding pace of the IBU, MSRON, and CRS training schedule. Thank you to all the Chiefs who have given me the time and attention to get to this point. There are too many Chiefs that have guided me in the past to list. I look forward to stepping into their shoes and guiding my junior Sailors so that they can stand where I am standing now.
Date: 05:08pm
From: CSC (SW) (SEL) Randy L. Saari
Duty Stations: NCHB-5 HQ JBLM, NCHB-5 NOSC Portland, OR, VAQ-140 NAS Whidbey Island, WA
Comments: I have several Genuine Chief's to thank for help getting me to this point in my career to have the honor to be a Chief Petty Officer Selectee. Thank you to BMCS Ferrall for putting faith in me to be a leader as a E-5. ETCS Seedorff for your leadership and guidance and my LCPO. CSC (RET) Demond Chaney for being a mentor and friend from my first days in the fleet. RIP Brother! To the past and present Chief's in the NCHB-5 Chiefs Mess, thank you! So many more as well deserve thanks. I wouldn't be to this point in my career without your mentorship ad guidance. Very Respectfully, CSC (SW) (SEL) Randy Saari
Date: 04:04pm
From: ISC (IW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Daniel Clifford
Duty Stations: COMPACFLT
Comments: It's been an amazing journey so far. I'm excited to take the next step of this journey with all of my new brothers and sisters. HOOYAH NAVY! HOOYAH CHIEFS' MESS!
Date: 03:46pm
From: LSC(Sel) Courtney Montgomery
Duty Stations: SOCAFRICA, USS Frank Cable, CTF -53, HSL-51, USS Underwood
Comments: Would like to thanks all those that have helped me along the way.
Date: 12:21pm
From: MAC(Sel) Johnny Archer
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLC ROTA
Comments: After 18 years, I had accepted the fact that I was going to retire as a 1st class. However I kept praying and asking God to make me a CPO. Finally my time has come and it feels great to be selected! Looking forward to wearing Khakis and joining the world's finest NAVY Chief Mess! MAC (Sel) Johnny Archer
Date: 11:06am
From: FCAC (SW) (Sel) Danew K Thompson
Duty Stations: USS Mason, USS McCampbell, ATRC Dahlgren
Comments: Many thanks to my wonderful wife Patrice; being in my corner always and supporting me. Pushing me to follow through with my dream. My many leaders for helping me navigate what can be a confusing situation many times. And the Sailors who have served alongside me. Thank you for your patience and trust in me.
Date: 09:46am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Kristopher Hughens
Duty Stations: USS Gerald R. Ford
Comments: I want to thank my God first and foremost. He has blessed me far more than I have deserved. Second, my family, if it wasn't for my wife (Pamela) and my kids, I'd never have made it this far. They have been my anchor throughout my career. Third, I'd like to thank the many mentors I've had in my career. To list a few, ENS Jasper Haywood (LDO), Senior Chief Jason Szot (Ret), Senior Chief Art Culley, and ETC John Bergman. Each have played a pivotal role in making me the leader I am today. Lastly, I'd like to thank my parents. The guidance and moral values they instilled in me growing up have stayed with me throughout the years and helped me to think of others before myself.
Date: 02:07am
From: AWSC (NAC/AW/SW) (SEL) Patrick Baumia
Duty Stations: HS-2, HSC-3, HSC-21, CNAF DET A
Comments: I would like to thank my sailors for all of their hard work, my chiefs for all of the hours of mentorship and guidance. Most importantly I would like to thank my family for always being supportive and understanding.
Date: 09:23pm
From: AZC(Sel) Roy J. White Jr
Duty Stations: VP-40, NATTC Pensacola, VP-9 (current)
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank GOD for blessing me with the strength and knowledge. My beautiful wife for calling the Recruiters and seeing something in me that I didn't see in myself. To all my mentors and leaders that guided me in the right direction. AZC Misty Synenberg AZC Andrew Ranson AZCS Nicole Liddle ADCS Freddie Brown (ret) AECS Tim Jones (ret) LT Brian Harvey AZC Mike Causey AZC Paris Ivester AZCS Jason Martinez AZCS Shawn Fleming
Date: 08:19pm
From: HTC (SW) (SEL) Taro Omar Boyd
Duty Stations: USS PATRIOT MCM 7
Comments: There are to many chiefs to thank. So i thank you all who have ever helpedme.
Date: 08:04pm
From: CTNC (IW/SW) (SEL) Mike Bott
Duty Stations: FCC/C10F
Comments: Thank you to my family for supporting me throughout my career, the CPOs that provided mentorship, and the Junior Sailors that continue to be motivated and accomplish great things!
Date: 03:02pm
From: BMC(SEL) Sharine Corley
Duty Stations: COMCARSTRKGRU TWELVE
Comments: There are too many names to thank that has got me to where I am today and I sure the list will grow and grow throughout the remainder of my time here in the Navy but whoever reads this Genuine or Selectee you have my word here documented in the GoatLocker that I will do all I can to leave a positive impact on everyone I come in contact with which I know is impossible but if you set low expectations you will get low results. Never forget where you came from and how you got to where you are.
Date: 02:49pm
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Nicholas Pearson
Duty Stations: HM-15, DLA Yokosuka, USS Momsen
Comments: Thanks to all who helped me get here!
Date: 12:56pm
From: MAC(Sel) Selene Ceballo
Duty Stations: NOSC WEST PALM BEACH
Comments: I was selected as Chief Petty Officer by the board due to my technical expertise and demonstration of leadership qualities. However, I recognize there were other factors that contributed to my selection. My selection was directly influenced by the mentoring, guidance, and recognition by Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Master Chiefs, and COs; my successes are due to the successes of the unit, my peers, and junior Sailors who collectively complete the mission. I am successful due to the unwavering support of my Navy family, my civilian family, and civilian employer.
Date: 10:57am
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Daniel Peterson
Duty Stations: VP-40, VAQ-134, FRCNW
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their support of my career; I would not be here without them. To all the Chiefs who have mentored me in the past, I have become who I am because of all of you and I look forward to working with you in the future.
Date: 08:28am
From: CSC(SEL) (SW/SCW) Mario Francisco Urbina
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE(LCC19), NAS JACKSONVILLE
Comments: I would like to take this time to give thanks to every Sailor that I cross path since the first day I decided to join the Navy. I specially would like to thank my Family for dealing with my craziness. second, I would like to thank NCC Ruiz, Gabriel, GMCM John, Cook, CSCS Corey, Montgomery, CSCS Nelson, Sanpedro, GMC Frank Lizano, NCCM Steve Hartley, CSCM Sandra, Almond, CSCM Mike Morgan, CSCS Nelson Albores, CSC Barraza, Eber and so many more mentors that took the time to put up with me. Also, I will never forget all my peers and Junior Sailors that supported me throughout my whole career and continue to support me today. I can keep going and going but its just too many names to mention. If I missed your name sorry but just know that I greatly appreciated all the time you men/women spend mentoring me. once again thank you and I forever be grateful.
Date: 04:23am
From: AMC (sel) Jeremy Biederman
Duty Stations: VPU-2, VP-47, FRC West, VPU-2
Comments: HOOYAH!!!! NAVY CHIEF!! NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 08:05pm
From: CTTC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Joshua Williams
Duty Stations: USS JARRETT (FFG-33), SWRMC, NTTC Corry Station, USS CARR (FFG-52), NMCP Oceana BHC, NOSC Toledo, NIOC Dayton, SEAL Team 18
Comments: I am very humbled and honored to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. Thank you to my Sailors and leaders who believed in me and for making me grow professionally all these years!
Date: 07:17pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Arturo Matthew Camales Jr
Duty Stations: USS John Paul Jones DDG 53, CSCSU Dam Neck, USS Antietam CG 54
Comments: I want to thank FCC Ariel Alcala for taking me under his wing and keeping me out of trouble during the first enlistment and FCC(ret) Rafael Silva, for helping me change my perspective of the Navy and mentoring me as a leader. Big thank you to my wife Juddy for supporting me always and my baby girl Mia, Papa loves you, be good to your mom when Papa is at work
Date: 07:02pm
From: NCC(SW/AW) (Sel) JULIO JUAN MUNOZ
Duty Stations: HSL 48, VP-45, NRD PHILADELPHIA, USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG 58), NRD NEW ENGLAND
Comments: I'd like to thank my beautiful and wife and children for being my number ONE supporters! All of the Sailors, CMDCM Gray, NCCM Daniels, NCCS Martinez, NCCS Rayburn, NCCS Garza, ITC Torres, DCC Rodriguez, NCC Limage, HMC Rains, NCC Murphy, YNC Brown, PSC Williams, YN1 Padilla, and the list goes on and on. There are many, many more!
Date: 06:20pm
From: CSC (SW/AW) (sel) Brandon Pernell Adams
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas/ Previous USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: So blessed to be here!! All praises due to God! I know I'm late but I'm here now. Better late than never. Ready for whatever!
Date: 05:54pm
From: HTC(Sel) Brad Smith
Duty Stations: Kitty hawk, Acu4, nnsy, Eisenhower
Comments: I want to think everyone that lifted me up when I was down, and kicked me in the ass when I needed it.
Date: 05:45pm
From: ASC(AW)(Sel) Ryan Merva
Duty Stations: FRCMA DET NOLA, FRC EAST JB MDL, VR-62, FRC WEST FT WORTH, AIMD NOLA
Comments: I am very humbled and honored to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. Thanks to all my Sailors and leaders who never gave up on me and for making me stronger than I ever thought possible.
Date: 04:15pm
From: MRC(SW) SEL Jimmie Thomas Halpin
Duty Stations: USS Emory S Land(AS-39), USS John L Hall(FFG-32), FRC Oceana, SURFLANT Det B
Comments: I want to thank my wonderful wife for her patients with me during the season. My first Chief MRC Randal for setting such a high standard and my last Chief MRC Gardner who kept the bar high(both are Warrant Officers now). I'm looking forward to the challenges ahead.
Date: 11:05pm
From: FCAC (SW) (Sel) Daniel Craig Philmon
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command
Comments: First, I would like to thank my amazing wife Elizabeth for putting up with me and helping me reach this milestone. Secondly, I would like to thank all of the Chiefs I have ever served with who have helped me get to this point and have helped mold me into what I am today.
Date: 10:35pm
From: ATC(AW)(Sel) Michael Soderlund
Duty Stations: FRCMA DET NOLA, VP-62, FRCMA SITE PAX RIVER, VFA-115
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 07:15pm
From: CTIC(IW/NAC/SG)(SEL) Mike Haggerty
Duty Stations: NIOC WI, NIOC GA
Comments: Thanks to my family, the Sailors I've had the honor to serve with, and the mentorship of some great Chiefs along the way.
Date: 02:18pm
From: ADC(AW) (Sel) Tommy Luong
Duty Stations: HSL-41, VRC-30 DET 5, VR-57
Comments: Special thanks to VR-57's 100 Division, where I was given the opportunity to lead, and the Chiefs who provided me with insights, motivation, and guidance throughout the years. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:52pm
From: YNC(EXW)(SEL) Michael Traynor
Duty Stations: USS ROSS (DDG 71)
Comments: Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 12:32pm
From: NCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Charles N. Downey
Duty Stations: USS SAN JACINTO (CG 56)
Comments: I would like to thank first my father, MSCS (SW/AW) Charles P. Downey (Ret) for his guidance over the years. The encouragement and support he has given me has been invaluable. I would also like to thank YNC (SW/AW/PJ) Douglas Wisotzkey who has been there for me through thick and thin and is the single best Chief I have ever had the pleasure of working for. Lastly I would like to thank MRCM (SW/AW) Richard Smith (Ret) for pushing me through the part of my career that I needed pushed through. Without his guidance, support and shove in the butt, I would never be where I am today. He showed me how to turn that corner and kick it up to the next notch. Very Respectfully, NCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Downey
Date: 09:40am
From: ADC(AW/SW) (sel) Jeramy Rouse
Duty Stations: VAQ-130, VX-9, VAQ-134
Comments: NAVY CHIEF!! NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 09:39am
From: NCC (AW/SW/SS)(SEL) Patrick W Sutherlin
Duty Stations: VAQ-134
Comments: I want to thank all of my family, Sailors, and mentors from the mess that have helped me get to this point, the list is too long to write down here. I'm very humbled and excited to be joining the mess, and look forward to this next phase of my career.
Date: 09:15am
From: ENC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Eric Borick
Duty Stations: MEPS BALTIMORE
Comments: I am extremely grateful for this opportunity and look forward to being part of the greatest network of knowledge on the planet. I would like to thank all those who got me here, all the sailors that worked for me and beside that made it easy to be their leader and made me look good by taking care of business day in and day out, and all the Chiefs who gave me the opportunity to be a leader and taught me fill those shoes. I would also like to thank my family for enduring all the time spent apart and continuing to support my career every step of the way. Thank you all!!
Date: 08:58am
From: LSC(Sel) Jaleka D Muse
Duty Stations: FRCWP, Atsugi, Japan
Comments: I am honored to be a part of a grand organization.
Date: 08:25am
From: YNC(SCW)(SEL) BRANDON D. CLARK
Duty Stations: NAF ATSUGI, NMCB FIVE, AFN YOKOSUKA, NMC EAD DET YOKOSUKA, PEARL HARBOR BRIG, USS CHANCELLORSVILLE
Comments: I would like to thank CMDCM Robinson, LTJG Burton, MCCS(Ret) Bentley, LSC Lambaco, CSC Pinero, and PSC Coburn for mentoring me and training me. Without any of you, I would have never reached my potential and realized I still had room to grow.
Date: 07:55am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) STEPHANIE JOHNSON
Duty Stations: CSCSU DAM NECK, PCD 116, USS BULKELEY DDG 84
Comments: I want to thank every genuine chief I have encountered throughout my career. If they were a good leader or not so good I always learned something. So thank you to all Chief Petty Officers who I have had the pleasure of meeting, past and present!!
Date: 05:43am
From: CTNC(sel) Steven David Simonic
Duty Stations: NIOC HI
Comments: Thank you to for the advice, mentorship, and setting the example : Master Chief John Purvis Master Chief Mark Megna Senior Chief Kieth Rulison Chief Jon-David Crawford Chief Brendan Gleason
Date: 03:32am
From: AWFC(Sel) John Holmes John Holmes
Duty Stations: VPU-2
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 03:28am
From: AEC(Sel) Arthur Moss
Duty Stations: Barbers Point, Great Lakes, Oak Harbor, Marine Corps Base Hawai`i
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:22am
From: LSC (AW/SW) (Sel) Darnisha Smith
Duty Stations: MSC SSU Bahrain, NAVSUP FLC Norfolk, USS Theodore Roosevelt, CTF 53, NRD Dallas, USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: First I want to thank God for bringing me this far and not leaving me. I want to thank my closest family and friends who supported me throughout my career. I want to thank my mentors who taught me what I needed to know in order to become a leader. Especially the ones that pushed me to this point. I want to thank the junior Sailors that worked for me who made me want to be a better leader. Even when I stumbled none of the people I mentioned allowed me to fall. Lastly I would like to say Congrats to my fellow Selects. We were all selected for a reason. Let's be proud and humble about it! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 11:50pm
From: NCC (SW/AW)(SEL) Kairon Skeete
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN CVN 76
Comments: Ingratiation to all selected! This is our season!
Date: 09:58pm
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Avery Thrasher
Duty Stations: CDA-64, NIOC Hawaii, NCWDG
Comments: A huge thanks to those that gave me that extra push in the right direction and lit that fire under my butt. My list is long as many have had influence in my career, but to name a few: CTICS Zach Pullins CTNCS Joey Legnon ITCS David Kelly CTNCM Mark Megna CTNCM Jeremy Stahl CTNC Carrie Gehl CTNC(Ret.) Jennifer Gray CTNC(Ret.) Woolridge-Jones CTNC(Ret.) Henry Banks
Date: 08:54pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW/IW) (SEL) Michael Wall
Duty Stations: VX-1, VP-30, VP-8, VP-30, VPU-2
Comments: I am humbled to have been selected! First I would like to thank my beautiful wife and children for their support on this journey. I would also like to thank all of my mentors throughout my career the list is a prestigious one and you know who you are. Last but DEFINITELY not least, the Sailors that I have worked for; without you none of this would be possible! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:44pm
From: ENC (Sel) (SW/EXW) Daryl Wilcher
Duty Stations: C7F-USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19)/USS JOHN S. MCCAIN (DDG-56)/SERMC/MSD2/SBT20/USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG-51)
Comments: Special thanks go out to the Sailors I have had the privilege to lead, and to the Chiefs that have guided me. Specifically, CSCM Segurson and DCC Sutherland , you have been a monumental help in getting me here. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:23pm
From: ABFC(SEL) JORGE A RODRIGUEZ
Duty Stations: NR GLS FUELS DET B
Comments: Today, I stand tall and proud for accomplishing the one goal I had set out to conquer since I joined the United States Navy. I have been selected for Chief Petty Officer. What does that mean? Do I deserve this? You’re damn right I deserve this! I have worked hard for almost twenty years of my life for this moment. This great accomplishment was made possible by the GREAT SAILORS, MENTORS, and POSITIVE PEOPLE that have trusted in me. THEY brought me to this point and I will pay it back by paying it forward. THANK YOU TO ALL MY SHIPMATES, BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!
Date: 06:22pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Jesse Lieb
Duty Stations: USS THE SULLIVANS (DDG-68) - NSSA, Norfolk, VA - USS LAKE ERIE (CG-70)
Comments: I would like to thank GSEC Eric Overland and LT Jose Carrillo (prior GSEC) for showing me, day to day, what excellent leadership looks like. Without either of you, retiring as an E-6 was expected. You both pushed me out of my comfort zone to show me that the feeling of successful leadership is unlike any possible individual accomplishment. GSCM Jason Willis, I've never met a more knowledgeable and straight forward sailor. I'll never forget what you did for me on Easter Sunday in 2008. I still think about it and share the experience with Sailors so that they can learn from my mistake. Thank you. MMCS Pat Wheeler and GSCS Mel Williams, your sea stories and experiences did more for me than words can describe. I was in the darkest of moments in my career when you noticed, took me by the arm, and showed me the light. Just when I was about to give up, you showed me a true aspect of what it means to be a CPO: never give up and never allow failure. Because of you both, I succeeded. Thank you to all of the other leaders that have helped mold me over the last 12 years. I hope to cross paths with you in the Goat Locker so that I can show my gratitude in person. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 01:14pm
From: HMC(Sel) Gabriel Michaels
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Great Lakes; 4th MEB Anti-terrorism Battalion; Naval health Clinic Great Lakes/ FHCC; 2d Bn, 8th Marines; 2nd Combat Engineer Bn; 2d MARDIV HQ Bn; 3d Bn, 8th Marines; NHC Quantico, VA.
Comments: Good Morning/Afternoon! I am writing to let everyone know that I, too was selected for FY18 Class 124 Chief Petty Officer. I am currently stationed at NHC Quantico, at the David R. Ray Branch Health Clinic as an Independent Duty Corpsman. A little bit about me: I have been married 14 wonderful years to my wife Callie. Our daughter, Courtney (21) has already moved out of the house and is living in Columbus, Ohio (Go Bucks!). I've been around mostly the east coast and mid-west, with a stint in IDC school out in San Diego. I've only been green side (2d MARDIV), and have zero time at sea, but four combat deployments: One to OIF, two to OEF, and one to the U.S. Embassy in Tripoli, Libya (2014, we evacuated it in July2014). I hope to be able to meet as many people in our Selectee mess as I can, and as many genuine Chiefs as possible! If anyone needs any "Dirt Sailor" guidance, hit me up!
Date: 12:59pm
From: HMC(Sel) Eugene Nixdorf
Duty Stations: Fort Belvoir, JTF/JMG GTMO, NMC SD, USS Kidd (DDG-100)
Comments: Thank you to all of my mentors over the years and junior Sailors. I'm here truly because of the time and effort you put into me. I will pay everything forward that you instilled in me. I know I missed a lot but here are a few of the mentors instrumental in my selection. Senior Rob Renfro Senior Ric Hellmann Senior James Pell Master Chief Snyder Senior Andy Lista Chief Gary Evansmurphy Chief Rich Martinez Chief Jason Johns
Date: 12:37pm
From: HTC(SW)(SEL) John Louis McFarland
Duty Stations: PCRON ONE
Comments: First of all, thank God for giving me the strength and everything that I have. Second, I would like to thank my family for believing in me, supporting me, and praying for me everyday. I would like to thank all my shipmates who helped molded me and taught me how to succeed in the Worlds most Powerful Navy. I wouldn't mention names because there's too many but you know who you are. Now its my time to give back and support you and teach you like I was taught. Thanks again and God bless. V/r, HTC(SW)(SEL) John McFarland.
Date: 10:33am
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) FRANCIS RYAN SAVAGE
Duty Stations: COMOPTEVFOR, CVN 73, CVN71
Comments: Thank you for leading me in the direction that made the impossible possible. I couldn't have done it without you. V/R, ABHC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Savage, Francis R.
Date: 08:24am
From: HTC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jonathan R. Hammond
Duty Stations: Assualt Craft Unit 4, USS BATAAN (LHD 5), MARMC, USS EMORY S. LAND (AS 39), USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69)
Comments: I'd like to specifically thank: GSMC Bill Ryan, HTC Scott Richardson, HTC Bill Antrican, MMNSC Mike Flynn, HTC James Booher, HTCM Thomas Pacilio. Your leadership and guidance helped me along the way to become the leader that I am today. I will strive to serve my Sailors the way you served me. I learned a lot from you guys over the years and appreciate the lessons. "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy" -Martin Luther King Jr., 1963
Date: 10:15pm
From: CTNC (IW/AW) (SEL) Joshua Thibodeaux
Duty Stations: VFA-136 " Knighthawks", Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, NIOC HI, NIOC MD, Cyber Defense Activity Sixty Four
Comments: First and Foremost, I offer thanks to God who has blessed me with the wisdom that i needed to get this far and second to all of you that have helped me to get here. ( i know your reading this), and will help me along this path that i am about to take. I am so excited, and yet humbled to be joining the Mess. NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 09:26pm
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Jeremy Rooks
Duty Stations: USS SPRINGFIELD, NSSF, USS ILLINOIS
Comments: I want to think all of the senior members for taking the time to train me and lead the way and all of my junior guys for getting me here.
Date: 08:54pm
From: BMC(SW/AW/SCW)(SEL) Noel Barker
Duty Stations: Training Support Center Great Lakes(current), ACB 1, USS Ronald Reagan CVN 76, SWRMC, USS Constellation CV 64.
Comments: I just want to say that it is an honor to go through this journey to become a member of this elite organization. There are so many Chief's, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chief's to name that helped me out through out my career to make me a better person. MMCM(Ret) Blair Barker(My Brother) BMC Kimothy Nails CMDMC(Ret) James Delozier BMCM(Ret) Tony Torres BMCM Mauro Guevara BMCM German Lira BMCS Richard Paiz BMCS Eduardo Garcia(Connie Brother) BMC Frank Dominguez(Connie Brother) BMC Walter Phillips BMC Robert Espinoza BMC Michael Santiago EOC Jared Robbins HTC Gavin Springstead MMC Julio Espinal I know that there are more that had an impact in my life as well. The ones listed definitely had an impact on keeping me on course.
Date: 08:27pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (Sel) Hodewou D. Sokpoh
Duty Stations: USS DEFENDER (MCM 2); HS-3; CPRW-11; VFA-195; CNE-CNA-C6F; USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72)
Comments: My sincere gratitudes to everyone who, along my career path, has contributed to what I am today!
Date: 05:20pm
From: FTC (SEL) Adam Imschweiler
Duty Stations: USS MICHIGAN SSGN 727, NSTCP, USS TUCSON SSN 770
Comments: I would like to thank all those I have served with past and present for helping on my journey. Without the mentorship I have received from the CPO's and the hard work from my sailors none of this would have been possible.
Date: 04:11pm
From: LSC (SW/AW/IW) (Sel) Ebony T Sutherland
Duty Stations: USS BRISCOE DD-977, CTF-53, USS HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75, FLC NORFOLK, USNS LEWIS AND CLARK T-AKE 1, USS DWIGHT D EISENHOWER CVN 69, USS WASP LHD-1
Comments: I want to thanks all the junior Sailors, Officers, peers and family who helped me reach this milestone.
Date: 03:10pm
From: HMC (sel) Timothy Greer
Duty Stations: H&S Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 453; H&S Company, 4th Medical Battalion
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs and Sailors that have helped me achieve this milestone!
Date: 01:59pm
From: AWSC(SEL) Rudy Perez
Duty Stations: HSC-26, HSC-25, HSC-3 and HSC-8 (Current)
Comments: I want to thank my Sailors, Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs for all the help along the way, most of all my family for always being by my side during my career.
Date: 01:42pm
From: CTIC(Sel) Jennifer Wonch
Duty Stations: CSA-63
Comments: Thank you to my family, shipmates, and friends who have helped me get here. I will work hard every day to pay it forward.
Date: 12:45pm
From: CTNC(IW/SW)(SEL) MATTHEW SCOTT
Duty Stations: USN CEREMONIAL GUARD, USS DUBUQUE (LPD-8), NIOC PENSACOLA, CYBER DEFENSE ACTIVITY SIXTY FOUR,
Comments: Thank you to my beautiful wife Brittany and everyone I had the opportunity to work with!
Date: 12:22pm
From: CTIC(Sel) John Crotts
Duty Stations: NIOC MD DSB, WHCA, CWMA-61
Comments: DIRSUP FOREVAH
Date: 12:05pm
From: ITC(IW)(SEL) Willie J. Beckham
Duty Stations: CWG-6
Comments: Will Beckham
Date: 11:46am
From: CTNC(Sel) Ryan Brown
Duty Stations: Cyber Defense Activity SIXTY FOUR
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chiefs and Sailors who helped me to get to this point.
Date: 11:42am
From: CTRC(IW/NAC/AW)(SEL) Al E. Ramon III
Duty Stations: Cryptologic Warfare Group 6
Comments: First and foremost I'd like to thank my mentors who enabled me to achieve this glorious accomplishment. Also, the Sailors whom I've had the pleasure of leading deserve all the credit for this accomplishment, without them I wouldn't be in this position. This accomplishment is due mostly in part to the following: CTTC Travis Tucker CTTCS(Ret) Joseph Serna CTRC(Ret) John TenBroeke CTICM Mike Kraft CTRCS Nzinga Henderson CTRCM Cedric Rawlinson CTRCM John Scales CTRC Christopher Sanchez CTICS Fernando Vargas Very Respectfully, CTRC(IW/NAC/AW)(SEL) Al Ramon
Date: 11:37am
From: CTNC(IW/SW)(SEL) Gregory Drew
Duty Stations: USS JARRETT, NASC Swim Site San Diego, NIOC MD, CSA-63
Comments: A HUGE thanks to my mentors! CTNCS Rich Vavra, CTNCS Anthony Gonzales, CTNCS Angela Lamirande, CTNC RET Sam Brumm...I truly appreciate all of the time that you've spent helping me work through issues and maintain forward progress. I have and will continue to pay it forward.
Date: 11:36am
From: CTTC(Sel) Odel Schroeder
Duty Stations: CWMA-61
Comments: Thanks to all the Sailors, friends and family, who helped me achieved this milestone.
Date: 11:35am
From: ITC (SW/AW)(SEL) Jonathan C. Armstead Jr.
Duty Stations: USCYBERCOM (current) - (past)USS ANZIO, USFLTFORCOM, COMSECONDFLT, USS COLE
Comments: I want to thank all of my mentors, my team of hard working Sailors at each command, and all of the people that told me I would never make it. Collectively, you all are the reason I persevered and am here today.
Date: 11:33am
From: CTNC (IW/AW) (SEL) Joshua Thibodeaux
Duty Stations: VFA-136 " Knighthawks", Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, NIOC HI, NIOC MD, Cyber Defense Activity Sixty Four
Comments: First and Foremost, I offer thanks to God who has blessed me with the wisdom that i needed to get this far and second to all of you that have helped me to get here. ( i know your reading this), and will help me along this path that i am about to take. I am so excited, and yet humbled to be joining the Mess. NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:30am
From: CTIC (IW)(SEL) George Christopher Leckson
Duty Stations: CWG-6, NIOC TX, NRD Chicago
Comments: Thank you to all who have supported me in reaching this milestone.
Date: 11:28am
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Joe Miller
Duty Stations: CWMA-61
Comments: I would like to thank those who have worked hard for me, and those who have guided me and trusted me with leadership positions. Without support from above and below, I would not be where I am today.
Date: 11:25am
From: ISC(Sel) Tabitha Brown
Duty Stations: CVN-76, COMNAVSPECWARCOM, MCT-1, ST5, STRIKFORNATO, CDA-64 90 CPT
Comments: Hooyah Brothers and Sisters!
Date: 10:49am
From: SWC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Andrew James Meyer
Duty Stations: NMCB One, Naval Construction Training Center, NMCB 74, NMCB Three
Comments: Thank you to my wife, family, and every leader, peer, and junior that has helped shape me into the sailor I am today.
Date: 05:47am
From: HTC (SW/AW) (Sel) Nicolas A. Qualls
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ CVN 68
Comments: I would like to thank my first few Chiefs that told me i would never make it this far, and the Chiefs that saw something i didn't. Without them and the support of my family i would never have made it. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 04:03am
From: LSC (AW/EXW) (SEL) WENDY FRIGON
Duty Stations: ISA AB
Comments: Thank you to the Sailors and the Chiefs that helped me get here.
Date: 12:48am
From: MNC (SW) (SEL) Joaquin Rodriguez
Duty Stations: COMLCSRON ONE, RTC GREAT LAKES, NMC UNIT SEAL BEACH, USS PATRIOT, MCM CREW EXULTANT
Comments: I would like to Thank my family for all their support. To my mentors and junior sailors thank you without them i wouldn't be here.
Date: 12:47am
From: BMC (SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Richard Charles Leivas
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes
Comments: Hooyah NAVY! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:52pm
From: AOC(Sel) JASON J ARMSTRONG
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE, VFA 31, NMC DET SIGONELLA, VFA 27, FRC WEST
Comments: I WANT TO THANK. AOCS Skvoretz , AO1 Bentley, AOC Young, AOCS Payne, LCDR Conyer, LCDR Hall, CWO3 Ballard, AOC Stadel, CWO3 Gummerus,
Date: 10:05pm
From: MAC (SEL) George S. Collins
Duty Stations: COMLCSRON TWO, HPU BAHRAIN, SWFLANT-MCSFBn, NAF MISAWA, NAS KEY WEST, NAF MISAWA
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection to Chief Petty Officer. I owe this career milestone to all the junior Sailors who believed in my leadership and chose to follow my examples. to the Chiefs and Officers who showed trust in that leadership and guided me in the right direction. My lovely wife ADCS Jeudy and my son Ian for putting up with me being away from home for long periods in the pursuit of my lofty goals. And most of all I would like the thank the G.A.O.T.U for everything that I have and will have. NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:37pm
From: ITC(SEL) Christopher James Graham
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD
Comments: Looking forward to have the opportunity to improving my leadership skills to take care of Sailors.
Date: 08:29pm
From: EMC(SEL) Emil Richard Yap
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG-62, MCB HAWAII, USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD-6, USS JOHN PAUL JONES DDG-53
Comments: EMC(SEL) Emil Richard Yap here checking in from the USS FITZGERALD "FIGHTIN FITZ" DDG-62. I would like to show my appreciation and thanks to all my current and former chiefs who guided me and aspired me in getting here specially John Cabaddu, Jerry Quiba and Ernesto Labrador! I also want to thank my family specially my wife in supporting me! Being selected to be initiated and accepted in the worlds finest chiefs mess is an honor and privilage that i can humbly carry for the rest of my life. Thank you all for supporting me!
Date: 08:17pm
From: AGC (IW/AW/SW/EXW) (SEL) Johnny Anderson
Duty Stations: NOAD San DIego
Comments: Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!
Date: 06:42pm
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Carlos Clark
Duty Stations: USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) SEP 2016- Present, USS McFaul (DDG 74) AUG 2011-AUG 2016, Shipping Coordination Center Atlantic (SCCLANT) NOV 2007-JUL 2011, USS Ashland (LSD 48) OCT 2002- OCT 2007
Comments: I would like to thank my all of my mentors. Your guidance and work ethic gave me motivation to keep going. To each division I led. Thank you. It was my "magnificent obsession" to never fail you all.
Date: 06:02pm
From: ENC(Sel) Toby L. Keef
Duty Stations: USS Robeert G. Bradley (FFG 49), US Naval Academy, NOSC Chattanooga
Comments: I want to acknowledge the Tin Can SAILORS that served aboard the Fightin 49 there support, friendship, and leadership is a huge part of my success. Warrant officer Hollins, Warrant officer Navarro, MMC Riveria and my fellow A gang members are a few of the driving force's behind that success. The reason I ever made it to have a chance to join the Worlds Greatest Navy was because of my Grand parents that raised me I am thankful for the high expectations they set for me and the life they lived inspiring my hard work. My wife Brooke that continuously supports my endeavors with patience and understanding. My little boy Brock that gives me a gigantic reason to never settle but be a better father and leader everyday to ensure his success. Every SAILOR that's ever said a supportive word to me and made me better along my way thank you and I look forward to paying it forward and serving SAILORS like you.
Date: 03:31pm
From: MAC (Sel) Crystal L Hogan
Duty Stations: USS Momsen, NSF Bahrain, NAS Jacksonville, NEGB JTF GTMO, NAS Lemoore, NOSC Greensboro, CRS-3, NAval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
Comments: MAC (Sel) Hogan here. I would like to thank the mess for affording me this opportunity.
Date: 03:22pm
From: FCAC (SW) (SEL) Charles Gerald Spears jr
Duty Stations: USS PREBLE, RTC GREAT LAKES, USS FITZGERALD
Comments: I owe my selection to the Motivators onboard PREBLE, the leadership experience at RTC, and my family onboard the good ship FITZGERALD! My selection comes at a time when we are still putting back the pieces of ourselves and our ship. Individual shout out to the Sailor that ensured I get here and the best mentor I ever had... Tony Rosa, to say I learned a lot would be a huge understatement. V/r, FCAC(SW)(SEL) SPEARS, CHARLES G
Date: 12:07pm
From: CSC(Sel) Chuck Blanton
Duty Stations: CSS LS Fort Lee; USS Nimitz (CVN 68); Naval Hospital Naples, Italy; USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
Comments: Thank you to all the Genuines that have supported me throughout my path to this point.
Date: 11:39am
From: YNC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Kelli Bradshaw
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ (CVN 68); NPC Millington; CSG Key West; NIOC Pensacola; CSG Key West; NATO Naples, Italy; NIOC Hawaii
Comments: So thankful to have been selected this year! Words can't express the feelings that I have to be selected and to go through initiation. So many Sailors have helped me to get to where I am at today, from Junior to Senior! Saying "Thank you" just doesn't seem like enough....but thank you! Looking forward the challenge.
Date: 11:08am
From: MAC (Sel) Eugene Scott
Duty Stations: CRG-2
Comments: Navy Chief, Navy Pride.
Date: 10:56am
From: CTIC(IW/SG)(SEL) Jason D Winters
Duty Stations: CWG-6, NIOC Maryland, NIOD Seoul, NIOC Hawaii
Comments: Personally this promotion signifies the following: The Honor to be entrusted with leading and teaching our Navy’s most valuable assets, our Sailors. The Courage to face challenges without hesitation and to always be loyal to the truth. The Commitment to our mission, the people I love, the country I love, and everything it means to be a Chief Petty Officer in the greatest Navy the world has ever known.
Date: 05:20am
From: AWVC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Ronald Perkins
Duty Stations: VP5, VP30, VP8, VPU2
Comments: I am truly honored to have the privilege for the opportunity to continue this tradition. my road has been long and had a few speed bumps along the way, but if it wasn't for all the genuine's i have met along the way that have seen something in me it would not be possible. there are to many of you to acknowledge for the fact i do not want to miss anyone, you all know who you are. thank you! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 02:44am
From: BMC (SEL) Alejandro Orantes
Duty Stations: San Diego
Comments: Reservist assisting my brothers in Arms here in Bahrain-from Sunny Cali, can't wait to go back home!
Date: 02:28am
From: AMC(SEL)(AW/SW) Jaymes Tanner
Duty Stations: HSM37
Comments: I am humbled to have been selected to become the Cheif Petty Officer and I could not have gotten to where I am today without the guidance from the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have been ther for me through out my career. Ah HOOYAH
Date: 12:10am
From: HMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Roland Alferos
Duty Stations: NMC San Diego
Comments: First off, I would like to thank God for all the blessings. Thank you to my parents and my beautiful wife and 2 children. They have been my biggest inspiration and motivation. Secondly, to all the Chiefs who have guided me along the way, more specifically HMCS(retired) Juan Guedea, HMC Leslie Giuy, HMC Dan Boyd and DTCS(retired) Donald White. You have been instrumental to my success in the Navy and in my life. And for that I thank you! And lastly, to all my juniors Sailors who works extremely hard day in and day out. THANK YOU! Your hard work and dedication gave me the motivation to continue to push hard and grow not only as a leader but also as a human being. I am extremely humbled to be selected as Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 12:00am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Leo Torres
Duty Stations: USS Rafael Peralta DDG-115
Comments: I would like the following. BMC Stephens ITC Ruiz TMC Price GMCS Easton GMC Keil GMC Blaise LSCS Davis MUCM Gromacki GMC Ayala ABFC Atienza AZCS Garrett
Date: 05:22pm
From: LSC (SEL) TIMOTHY WOODARD
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ
Comments: I would like to thank God and all the Chiefs that pushed me everyday to strive for excellence, my shipmates who stood by my side and became my family, my Sailors who motivated me and gave me a sense of purpose, and my loving family who supported me along the way!! #blessed
Date: 04:51pm
From: HMC(SEL) Nico Da Silva
Duty Stations: SOI Camp Pendleton, 3D MED BN, NHCH(current)
Comments: Hooyah Navy! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 04:45pm
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Jermaine L. Weathers
Duty Stations: USS CARNEY DDG-64
Comments: Thank you for this opportunity and I am humbled to be in his position I was selected for!
Date: 04:26pm
From: HMC(SEL) MICHAEL-PAUL AGUILAR
Duty Stations: Recruit Training Command
Comments: Thank you everyone. Thank you Master Chief Hickey Thank you Master Chief Anthony Thank you Master Chief Faulkner Thank you Master Chief McNutt Thank you Master Chief Acuff Thank you Master Chief Melonas Thank you Master Chief Nelson Thank you Master Chief Isbell Thank you Master Chief Brown Thank you Master Chief Doby Thank you Master Chief Tinker Thank you Master Chief Covnington Thank you Master Chief Gentry Thank you Senior Chief Mathena Thank you Senior Chief McCray Thank you Senior Chief Robinson Thank you Senior Chief Lee Thank you Senior Chief Peterson Thank you Senior Chief Merriman Thank you Senior Chief Pena Thank you Senior Chief Wilder Thank you Senior Chief Oliva The list of Chiefs who I have to thank is long and distinguished. Chief Ruiz, Luttrell, Sager, Hawkins, Halsey, Dye, Westberg, Garr, Linton, Baumert, Rios, Arroyo, Johnson, Franklin, Duncan, Davies, Alcaine, Moreno, Haley, King, Bowling, Nicholson, Lanning, Lampasona, Shiflett, Miles, Angeles, Plettner and dozens upon dozens of other Chiefs that have mentored me along the way. Thank you.
Date: 04:25pm
From: HMC(SW/AW/FMF) (SEL) Dennis Tuzon
Duty Stations: U.S. Pacific Fleet
Comments: I am extremely honored and very thankful to all my mentors, leaders and sailors who got me here. And most importantly my wife Kate and my son Kian who is the driving force of my dedication and motivation. I am truely humbled and always will be ready for the coming years ahead of me to pay it forward.
Date: 04:22pm
From: GMC(SW) (SEL) Donald Allen Cutman Jr.
Duty Stations: CSCS Det. Pearl Harbor
Comments: I would Like to thank my sister Casie Cutman, My family my friends Tootie and Juan and my Navy family. I would not be here without all of you.
Date: 04:08pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Zelia VazquezDelMercadoSanchez
Duty Stations: Naval Health Clinic Hawaii
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors who I've worked with and for because without them I would never have gotten this far in my career. I only hope to be able to repay what you all have done for me. Special thanks to my wonderful husband, HMC Chris Barraza for standing by my side always and never judging me, especially when I made things more complicated than they should be. Thank you to Melissa Gomez HMC, Candy Walker HMC, Caleb Hunter NCC, Juan Rodriguez HMCS, Marga "Gabby" Gabriel HMC, Pam McGee HMC, Kerry McGee BMC, Sam Thorne EMC, Robby Foss HMC, Angela Mendez HMC, Chris Aldis CMDCM, Classie Mejia YNC, Antony Royal HMCS, Thomas Estelle YNC (Ret), Samira Carney OSCS, Natali Philip LSCS, Latricia Robinson YNCM, Timothy Hardin CMDCM, Chris Owens HMCS, Raymond Collier, Kelly Miller HMCS, Tabitha Miller GMC, Troy Thibeaux ITCM, Sean Lenon HMC, Thomas Oxley ETC, Tywan Tramel YNC, Roger Buck HMCS, Bobby Hurt, Justin Jenkins LSC, Michael Bish HMCS, Luis Najera HMCS. And all others, including my friends and family, who have supported me and my career in one way or another, I have not stayed in touch as frequently with some as with others but if it weren't for you all I would not be sitting here, signing this Deck Log. MAHALO to all!!!!
Date: 03:56pm
From: LSC(SW/AW/FMF) (SEL) PATRICIA ANDRENETTE APPLEBY
Duty Stations: COMOPTEVFOR
Comments: Thanks so much to everyone that has helped me to achieve the rank of a Chief Petty Officer. I'm so grateful but yet very humble. V/R LSC (SEL) Appleby, Patricia
Date: 03:14pm
From: HMC(SEL) Katrina Caines
Duty Stations: BHC CHINA LAKE
Comments: Thank you to all of those who believed I could when I didn't, and pushed me when I resisted.
Date: 03:03pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Mark Kearsing
Duty Stations: Aegis Training and Readiness Center, USS Princeton
Comments: I want to thank all the Aegis mentors who I served with on Princeton from 2009-2016 and those who helped me establish myself at Aegis Training and Readiness Center from March 2016-August 2017: FCCM(SW) Brian Rieger FCCM(SW) Nick Lauritsen FCCS(SW) Brian Wilkerson FCC(SW) Nate Andrews FCC(SW) Adam Sippel FCC(SW) Adam Rupel FCCM(SW)Mike McEneaney (Ret) FCCS(SW) Jonathan Vinluan FCCS(SW) Henry Snider (Ret)
Date: 02:24pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Mark Christopher Daigrepont
Duty Stations: USS Mahan (DDG-72)
Comments: I have so many to thank for my career therefore im only going to name 4 right now. FCC Dan Erickson My wife Crystal Daigrepont My Daughters Alaya and Jada Daigrepont
Date: 02:15pm
From: ABEC(SEL) Craig M Pasqual
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District LA / Hawaii Islands
Comments: Extremely humbled to join the Chief's Mess! Big thanks to the true Chiefs that took the time to mentor me throughout out my career. I would not be here today without them. To the Junior Sailors that got me here, thank you. Your daily hard work and dedication to mission success has kept me going.
Date: 12:40pm
From: ISC (EXW) (SEL) Chris Aellen
Duty Stations: Seal Team EIGHTEEN
Comments: I'm humbled and honored to have been selected to the honorable rank of Chief Petty Officer. As I've grown in my Navy career, I wouldn't be here without many mentors over the years. First, ISCS Christopher Van Valkenburgh was my first informal mentor and is the primary reason that I'm still in the Navy today. He encouraged and inspired me to take on a greater challenge. Once I moved to Seal Team EIGHTEEN, I've had several great mentors. ISCS Eric Cedrone has made the most significant impact on me and my career since joining ST-18, and is certainly the single biggest reason I was selected to Chief.
Date: 10:40am
From: AOC(SEL)(AW/SW) Nikki Reiter
Duty Stations: VF-32, VFA-32, NMC DET FALLON WEAPONS, RTC, VAQ-141, CVN-77
Comments: I am extremely honored to have been selected this year. Many have led me in the right path to get where I am now. I would like thank everyone who has came before me and paved the road for the journey I am about to take.
Date: 10:40am
From: ENC(EXW/SCW) (SEL) Travis J. Weber
Duty Stations: Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be where I am today. I would like to thank all the junior Sailors, Chiefs, and Officers who have helped me get to where I am today. Without them I would not be here.
Date: 10:26am
From: ETC(SEL) Brian Christensen
Duty Stations: USS BELLEAU WOOD, NCW SQUADRON 5, NCTAMS PAC, ACU 5
Comments: Honored and humbled to be selected for chief. Thank you to my grandpa CPO William essick, GSMC WATSON, GSMC KARBER, YNCS GREEN, ETC RODRIGUEZ, ETC JASON LEONHARDT, OSC THURMOND, YNCS WARNER, OSC PFEFFER, EMC HOLLIS, MMCM KONKOL, HTC SPRINGSTEAD, GSMC WASHINGTON, OSC TIMMONS, and of course my sponsors MAC BEN AMES and BMC JASON HAAR
Date: 09:27am
From: ENC (SCW) (SEL) Nathalie Collado
Duty Stations: NRD Richmond
Comments: Grateful for all the mentorship I received throughout the years. I truly would not have been selected if it were not for those who took care of me. I therefore will undoubtedly give it back to my Sailors. Thank you to all, you know who you are.
Date: 08:21am
From: ITC(Sel) Shane C Junkert
Duty Stations: Mobile Communications Team One
Comments: Extremely humbled to join the Chief's Mess! Big thanks to the true Chiefs that took the time to mentor me throughout out my career. I would not be here today without them. To the Junior Sailors that got me here, thank you. Your daily hard work and dedication to mission success has kept me going through this deployment.
Date: 06:49am
From: PSC (SEL) Alexia M Williams
Duty Stations: USS LEWIS B PULLER (ESB 3)
Comments: Truly a Blessing and a Honor to have made it this far. The Greatest Day of my life. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PROUD!!!!!!
Date: 05:33am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Jesse Page
Duty Stations: USS TRUXTUN DDG 103, PHNSY & IMF Pearl Habor HI
Comments: I would like to extend my thanks out to all the Chiefs that I have served with onboard USS TRUXTUN DDG 103 and at PHNSY & IMF Pearl Habor HI that helped get me here today. Thank you!
Date: 02:13am
From: GMC (Sel) Nikolas Pecoraro
Duty Stations: USS GRIDLEY, NACIC, USS GRAVELY, CSCS DET PNW
Comments: Excited and humbled to have made it. There are way too many people to name that helped get me here. But thank you to everyone who helped guide, mentor and develope me along the way. In addition, I would not be here if it wasn't for the Sailors I was fornante enough to lead.
Date: 01:44am
From: PSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Christian vonMaluski
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19)
Comments: I appreciate all the help, guidance, and tough love I received while on my journey to this point. My family for keeping me grounded, my friends for keeping me sane, and my mentors for keeping me on the right track. I will not disappoint.
Date: 10:20pm
From: ENC (Sel) (SW/EXW/AW) Manuel A. Soto
Duty Stations: USS Germantown LSD-42
Comments: I would like to thank all my junior Sailors, Chiefs and Officers who have helped me get to this great point in my life.
Date: 07:10pm
From: LSC(SEL) Rodney Pullen
Duty Stations: HS-17 NCHB-11 FISCSI FLCSI DLA DSU-6
Comments: I have been Truly Humble to be selected as a US Navy Chief Petty Officer. I would like to say "Thank You" to all of the my mentors for the guidance in my Naval career. Those who have helped me along my journey both juniors and seniors. I could not done this alone. I also would like to Thank My Family for all the Love and Support they have given me in achieving this Honorable endeavor. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 04:50pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) LOIS SCHENK
Duty Stations: JEB Little Creek - Fort Story
Comments: I would like to thank all my mentors I had since I was an E-1 (16 years ago). BMCM Michael Bender (RET), BMCM Patrick Drumm, BMC Alfred Wright, BMC James Nadon, BM2 Robert Leverett, and BM2 David Murphy.
Date: 02:31pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Erik Wilt
Duty Stations: ACU5, VP-30, VP-16, VS-35, VS-41
Comments: I'd like to thank my family especially my wife Elizabeth for supporting me and helping me to achieve this milestone goal in my career. I'd also like to thank, AMCS (RET) Mike Fiordiliso AOC (RET) Thomas Wetmore AWFCS Shabar Mohajer CMDCM Dustin Kuers OSCS Dan Zwisler OSCS Jon Fessler MMCM Kevin Konkol AWOC Gamorro Cameron BMC Rick Hynes GSMC Dedrick Washington (my Primary Sponsor) HTC Jim Fitzgerald (my Secondary Sponsor) AWFC(RET) Jimmy Lay HMC(RET) Tavis Buckingham ETC Justin Weakland GSEC Shawn Marshall GSCS (RET) DC Jones GSCS Ralphy Macias GSCS Manny Butiu OSC Justin Pfeffer EMC Eli Hollis Thank You all for all of your mentoring and guidance you've given me throughout my career.
Date: 01:55pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Jonathan Brantley
Duty Stations: Carl Vinson, NOPF, VP-46, CMO-10, VAQ-130, and ACU-5
Comments: It's an honor and humbling experience to be a CPO Selectee. I couldn't have made it this far without being mentor and from the help of the people I work with. Special thanks to my sister Nicole Brantley, father Daniel Brantley, EMC Wilson and LSCS King.
Date: 01:46pm
From: LSC(SW/SCW/FMF)(SEL) MICHAEL KLEVA
Duty Stations: ACU 5, USS CHANCELLORSVILLE, PWD NAPLES, NMCB 3
Comments: I want to thank all of my mentors and the junior sailors that have helped me reach this point in my naval career. I could not have done it without you all!
Date: 01:39pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Anthony Hughes
Duty Stations: ACU5
Comments: Congratulations to all Selectee's! Thank you to my wife Krista for all your support.
Date: 01:10pm
From: GSEC(SW) (SEL) Godfrey Labuguen
Duty Stations: 7572329740
Comments: I am honored to be selected as Chief Petty Officer. Thank you to all the people who have mentored me throughout my career. To my friends and family who guide me to where I am today, thanks for your support. To my loving wife who is always there for me, thanks for your support, understanding, patience, and love. One day closer to the best day of my life!
Date: 12:55pm
From: GSEC (SW) (SEL) Timothy Tabers
Duty Stations: ASC-5
Comments: A huge thank you to my family who without their support in everything I did in my career, I wouldn't be in this position. And to my Sailors who I've worked with, without all of you, this would all be for nothing.
Date: 12:45pm
From: ETC(SEL) Brian Christensen
Duty Stations: USS BELLEAU WOOD, NCW SQUADRON 5, NCTAMS PAC, ACU 5
Comments: Honored and humbled to be selected for chief. Thank you to my grandpa CPO William essick, GSMC WATSON, GSMC KARBER, YNCS GREEN, ETC RODRIGUEZ, ETC JASON LEONHARDT, OSC THURMOND, YNCS WARNER, OSC PFEFFER, EMC HOLLIS, MMCM KONKOL, HTC SPRINGSTEAD, GSMC WASHINGTON, OSC TIMMONS, and of course my sponsors MAC BEN AMES and BMC JASON HAAR
Date: 12:44pm
From: ETC (SEL) JASENN FFRADELIS
Duty Stations: ACU5
Comments: Thank you for having me!
Date: 12:34pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) KYUNG SIK CHOE
Duty Stations: USS JOHN PAUL JONES DDG-53, USS HIGGINS DDG-76, USS RENTZ FFG-46, USS MILIUS DDG-69, USS SPRUANCE DDG-111, ACU-5
Comments: I want to thank my family, friends and my mentors who never let me give up.
Date: 12:00pm
From: AOC(Sel)(AW/SW) Gretchen Jackson
Duty Stations: COMNAVAIRLANT, USS Harry S Truman, USS Nassau, FRCMA Oceana, VFA-136, Naval Station Roosevelt Roads
Comments: Have had the pleasure of learning from many great leaders and plan to find the next Gretchen Jackson so that I can teach them the right way.
Date: 11:52am
From: ISC(Sel) Larry Showers
Duty Stations: COMPCRON ONE
Comments: FY18 CPO
Date: 11:17am
From: HMC(SEL)(SW/AW) Ruth P. Barley
Duty Stations: NBHC Bahrain
Comments: Grateful! Words cannot express what I currently feel. So many I need to thank. I will list a few: Mom CAPT Lefebvre CDR Vanwagner CDR Dauernheim HMCM Thorne HMCM Bethel HMCS Campbell HMC Hill CDR Hawker CDR Grady LCDR Jackson HMCM Puckett HMCS(ret) George HMC Dennison CAPT Belland HMCM Mamaril HMCS(Ret) Faulk HMC Ford The list goes on...
Date: 07:35am
From: HMC(Sel) Michael Pena
Duty Stations: 1st MAR DIV, ASTC Pensacola, 1st MAW Okinawa, ASTC Pensacola
Comments: To be selected to CPO is the greatest achievement of my career and to have notified my dad ADC (RET) of my selection was truly awesome.
Date: 01:48am
From: HMC(sel) Carrie Conn
Duty Stations: NMCP, VA; NSHS San Diego, CA; USS BENFOLD (DDG65);Boise , ID MEPS; EMF Djibouti; NRD Richmond, VA; SWMI San Diego, CA; USS GONZALEZ (DDG66)
Comments: 39 years old, mother of Damien, age 9. 18 years in Navy.
Date: 11:39pm
From: RPC(FMF)(SEL) Nina Brown
Duty Stations: NAS Atlanta, NOSC Wilmington, NOSC Raleigh, CNRSW ROC, MARFORRES
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled to be selected. I am grateful to God and all of my leaders, mentors (too many to name) and my Sailors and Marines for continuing to motivate, challenge and inspire me.
Date: 11:24pm
From: STGC (SW)(SEL) Joshua Newcomb
Duty Stations: Naval Ocean Processing Facility Dam Neck
Comments: I would like to thank the Chiefs out there that gave me the tools to find success, my family, and the support of my Commanding Officers to instill in me the trust that they have before and while taking on the responsibility of the next Chief Petty Officer. - NAVY CHIEF. NAVY PRIDE.
Date: 05:10pm
From: HTC(SEL) Austin Kramer
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto
Comments: Best Day of My Life!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date: 04:09pm
From: HMC(sel) Tina Bryan
Duty Stations: NOSC Louisville
Comments: Words cannot begin to describe the emotions that go along with the season. It is a road of memories to every Junior Sailor and Chief who has touched my career. I have been blessed to walk among many great leaders that have helped me along the way. To my husband, ABFC(AW/SW) Bryan, you are my rock and my biggest cheerleader, wish you were with me. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE
Date: 03:04pm
From: MAC (SW/AW) (SEL) Marlon R. Cura
Duty Stations: VP-46, NSFD Guam, NAS Whidbey Island Security Dept, USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74), Naval Base Coronado Security Dept, Naval Security Force Bahrain
Comments: I'm deeply humbled by this once in a lifetime opportunity to become a member of most exclusive maritime fraternity in the world. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 02:28pm
From: ETC (Sel)(EXW/SW/IW) Cesar A. Oyuela
Duty Stations: JMAST, CRS4, MDSU2, RIVRON TWO, NRD NEW YORK and USS ANZIO
Comments: Thank you to my dear family for your support, patience and love.
Date: 09:02am
From: MAC (Sel) (EXW) Mark A. Garcia
Duty Stations: NAS Kingsville 2002-2005, CFA Yokosuka 2005-2008,NAS Corpus Christi 2008-2013,NSA Bahrain 2013-2015,NAF Atsugi 2015-present
Comments: I am honored to be given this opportunity. I am grateful to my mentors that have guided me over the years and to the sailors that have helped me get to this level in my career. Most of all I am grateful to my family and my kids that have been understanding and supportive throughout my time in the Navy.
Date: 09:00am
From: HMC (SEL) Sami Bolton
Duty Stations: NOSC MEMPHIS NR NAVCAS
Comments: I would like to Thank all of the my mentors for guidance in my career. Those who have helped me along my journey junior and senior. You can not do this alone. I would also like to Thank my family for all the love and support they have given me!
Date: 08:54am
From: ACC (Sel) (AW/SW/IW) Stephanie P. Breault
Duty Stations: USS George HW Bush 2010-2013, ISA Air Base 2012, MCAS Kaneohe Bay 2013-2017, NAF Atsugu, Japan 2017-current
Comments: Grateful, blessed, humble, and excited!
Date: 08:33am
From: CSC(Sel) Patricia Bermudez
Duty Stations: Naval Weapon Station Yorktown
Comments: Extremely grateful for all the advice and support I have received from all my past and present mentors.
Date: 08:15am
From: MCC(SW/AW) (SEL) Latrice Jackson
Duty Stations: USS Saipan (LHA 2), DMA Anacostia, COMSEVENTHFLT, U.S. CENTCOM, NRD St. Louis
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my Heavenly Father for granted me the opportunity to experience this milestone in my military career. Without him I would not be. Second, I would like to thank my family for their continued support and encouragement to “get through this thing called life.” Lastly, I would like to thank all the shipmates I’ve been fortunate enough to cross paths with doing my career who helped mold, shape and guide me into the Sailor I am today. Thank you Chief Torgrude for your guidance and showing me what a true leader should be when I was fresh off the boat and new to the Navy. And thank you to Chief Spain for pushing me out of my comfort zone. Congratulations again to all the Chiefs selected this year.
Date: 08:08am
From: NCC SARAH PATTON
Duty Stations: ACU1, NAVACTSUK, DESRON2, SMAT, NRD Richmond, NRD Philadelphia, NOSC Tampa, NRD St Louis
Comments: I signed this log last year but did not finish the season. My mother was seriously ill and I was on HUMS orders when I was selected. I decided to go through this year. I am grateful for the opportunity to go through the season and humble to have this opportunity as well. The selectees I am with through this are some of the finest sailors I know. Many thanks to all who got me here...NCCS Cassidy, NC1 Damm, MMCS Neupert, NCC Downs and NCCS Ortiz...and so many more!
Date: 11:57pm
From: PRC(Sel) KEVIN P GILLEY
Duty Stations: NMCB-5,CBMU-303, EOD/ESU-1, AIMD FRCSW SAN DIEGO, AIMD CVN-70, COMACCLOGWING
Comments: Hello, I would like to humbly thank the following bothers and sisters. Master Chief Trent Master Chief Lemas Master Chief Leach Master Chief Mouyangi Senior Chief Johnson Senior Chief McCormick Chief Petroski Chief Graham Chief Thomas
Date: 11:35pm
From: ABHC(Sel) Derrick Watkins
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ
Comments: Thank you all for mentoring and pushing me to be a better leader.
Date: 11:23pm
From: FCC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Kathryn Carnes
Duty Stations: NRD St Louis, USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS George Washington, USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Sailors who've worked for me and all of the Chiefs who saw potential and pushed me every day to be better than yesterday.
Date: 11:21pm
From: YNC (SW) (Sel) Maria G. Figueroa
Duty Stations: NOSC Chicago - NR SurgeMain Chicago
Comments: I want to thank my husband, PSC (SW) David Figueroa, and my family who always supported me and pushed me throughout my career. To my junior Sailors who supported me and taught me how to be leader. To my mentors who showed me how to lead like I never knew before and to the Chiefs Mess for all ways having my back. Thank You...
Date: 10:25pm
From: ISC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Travis Gehling
Duty Stations: NIF FID FALLON
Comments: It's an honor to be selected. There are far too many people to thank personally here; and I'm sure that I would miss way too many that have helped me get to this point.
Date: 10:05pm
From: ACC(Sel) Chase Mayer
Duty Stations: NAS Fallon
Comments: It is an honor to have been selected. I have a lot of people to thank for getting me to where I am today. All my junior Sailors from my current and past duty stations, ACC Grabau, ACCM Hall, CMDCM Jones, LT McCulough and many more. Please don't think this list is complete, because it most definitely is not. I look forward to being accepted into the Chiefs Mess. Thank you all! Very Respectfully, ACC(Sel) Mayer
Date: 09:18pm
From: PSC(SW/AW)(SEL) JERY VASQUEZ
Duty Stations: USS FORT MCHENRY (LSD 43), USS SENTRY (MCM 3), NRD NEW YORK, FRCSE JAX, USS BAINBRIDGE (DDG 96), PSD NEW LONDON
Comments: Extremely grateful for all the advice and support I have received from family and mentors.
Date: 07:59pm
From: ACC (AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Ricky J Williams
Duty Stations: Naval Station Norfolk
Comments: I have to thank the Sailors that trusted me enough to lead them and all the Chiefs who had faith that I could do it.
Date: 05:20pm
From: OSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Chris Shaw
Duty Stations: CVW-17
Comments: Navy Chief! Navy Pride! Thank you to all the people that have helped me get here. The list is endless.
Date: 03:58pm
From: AWOC(sel) Larry L. Lephart
Duty Stations: VP-65 Point Mugu, VP-26 NAS Jacksonville, VP-30 NAS Jacksonville
Comments: I am honored to be selected this year. I have wanted to be a part of this fraternity my whole Navy career. I look forward to being the best Chief Petty Officer that I can be and giving back always. Larry Lephart
Date: 03:29pm
From: STSC(SS)(SEL) Brandon Barber
Duty Stations: MSC AMC-East
Comments: I would like to thank STSCS(SS) Timothy Allen,STSC(SS) Jose Muniz, and CMDCM(SS) Dave Collins for helping me get to where I am today.
Date: 02:09pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Angelnique M. Outlaw
Duty Stations: HSL-48, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), FRCMA Norfolk, Navy Victims' Legal Counsel Program, COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: It is such an honor to be selected. I look forward to being accepted and joining the elite and unified Chiefs Mess. Congratulations to all of the other Selectees! Navy Chief, Navy Pride...
Date: 12:10pm
From: LSC(EXW/AW) (SEL) Frank Amador
Duty Stations: NOSC NYC
Comments: Goatlocker, Thank you for the opportunity to have access to this great site with all the support and knowledge it provides.
Date: 11:40am
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) KELVIN WELLS
Duty Stations: USS ZUMWALT (DDG 1000)
Comments: No comment
Date: 11:23am
From: CTIC(IW/SW)(SEL) Jami Lyn Erwi
Duty Stations: NIOC TEXAS, NIOC MD, NIOC GA
Comments: I have many Chiefs who have helped me during my career. CTRC Erwin (my husband and biggest fan) CTRC Stringer CTRC VonBrutt CTRCS K. Smith CTICS Sharp CTICM Davis CTICS V. Whitmire (RIP) And last but not least, my family. Thank you, everyone, for believing in me, giving me the tools to succeed, and for the amazing mentorship. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 10:25am
From: HMC (SW/IW) (SEL) Santana Payne
Duty Stations: USS Mesa Vedre LPD 19, ACU TWO, FST TWO, NH Beaufort, NH Okinawa, NH Charleston
Comments: No comment
Date: 07:49am
From: EMC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Joseph T. Guzman
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN/MAREXBOATDET 551(IBU 51)/NAVIMFAC PACNORWEST/USS PEARL HARBOR/NMCSD
Comments: I would like to thank the lord above for this greatest moment/achievement in my navy career. Most of all for my wife, kids, and family for their greatest support throughout my Navy career. To all my Sailors who have worked so hard to get me here for their hard work, effort, and dedication. My mentors who guided me in the direction I needed to be in, even the countless hours and stressful work had really paid off. Lastly, for the Chief's mess here at NMCSD and fellow Selects for the upmost support during this season for all you have done for all my personal needs to take care of myself and wife for medical reasons.
Date: 05:31am
From: AEC (Sel) Gus K Ballesteros
Duty Stations: HSM-37/HSM-41/HSM-72/VP-10/HSL-42
Comments: I respectfully request permission to gain access to the hollow halls of goat locker website
Date: 05:15am
From: AZC (AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Yerovi J Sangurima
Duty Stations: USS George H W Bush(CVN 77); FRC West; HSM-51
Comments: Honored to be part of this long lasting tradition. I know I did not get to where I am alone, so thank you to all the leaders and junior Sailors who have helped me get to where I am. Thank you to my family who has also sacrificed so much with me throughout the years. Would not be here without their support.
Date: 02:44am
From: ASC(AW/SW)(SEL) Bryan Taylor
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6) / FRCMA Oceana / USS ESSEX (LHD 2) / FRCMA Norfolk / NSA Naples, Italy
Comments: I owe everything to my family, friends and all of my Shipmates, both past and present, for their continued support throughout my career. Without them I would not have achieved this milestone. Thank you.
Date: 01:29am
From: DCC(SEL) Joni Abando
Duty Stations: ATGWESTPAC
Comments: Thank you! God from who ALL blessing flow. For providing me strength to accept things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference. My mentors throughout my Naval Career. SKCM (Ret) Paul French. My first chief, who always pushed me through my limits as young seaman. MSC (Ret) Rod Dalusong, my first mentor and great friend who taught me that do not worry about what others might say “Just do your job and move on.” DCC Robert Houseman, who showed me what leader does. You might not like it, but in the end it will all make sense. DCC Devon Williams, who believed in me and never gave up on me. EMC Willie E. Scott, who really helped me and provided me guidance on what it really means to be a Chief and thought me how to mentor other people. ICCM Mario Licon, who looked out for me and took care me while I was away. ENC Juan Castillo. To my mentors, thank you to all of you, I am grateful for taking me under your wings, and for guiding me in the right path. I will always be thankful. My family. Jaydrick, my son who is my inspiration to everything. My Mother, who no matter what I have done to her, still loves me and never stopped believing in me. My fiancee, Janelle. Who always pushed me, supported me no matter how difficult the situation are. For the all the patience and love . To the sailors who I have worked with and encountered throughout my Naval Career. Who thought me that no matter who meet in the Navy, there are no Goodbyes only see you later
Date: 12:13am
From: STSC(SS)(SEL) Jordan Francis Greenip
Duty Stations: Norfolk Naval Shipyard FMB
Comments: USS Rhode Island SSBN 740 GOLD SWFLANT, Kings Bay, GA USS Minnesota SSN 783 USS Newport News SSN 750 NNSY FMB Thank you to every Chief, Senior Chief and Master Chief who showed me the way. Thank you to my sailors who let me lead them. That you to my wife and kids for being my reason for being!
Date: 11:50pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Gabriel E. McConico
Duty Stations: VF-213, VP-30, HS-14, HSM-78, FRC SW
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends, sailors, and my mentors for their support and guidance.
Date: 10:52pm
From: FCAC(SW) (SEL) Jason Firkins
Duty Stations: NNSY
Comments: FY-18 Chief Select for NNSY fixing ships in record time!
Date: 10:47pm
From: ETNC (SEL) Melissa Lucjak
Duty Stations: NNSY
Comments: I would like to thank the Chiefs that pushed me everyday to strive for excellence, my shipmates who stood by my side and became my family, my Sailors who motivated me and gave me a sense of purpose, and my loving family who supported me along the way.
Date: 10:00pm
From: STGC(SW/AW/IUSS)(SEL) Peter Fiol
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto, JMF St. Mawgan, CNSP Okinawa, NOPF Whidbey Island Sea Component, ATGWP, CUS
Comments: I would like to thank all the Sailors and Mentors who helped guide me to where I am now. I would like to thank my family and wife for being strong for me while I was away. I would especially like to thank my original "Sea Daddy" STGCS John Allen also CWO2 Mark Magtira, STGCS Chris Nichols, STGCS Stephanie Sidwell, STGC Rashad Mann, STGC Sonny Bihm, and STGC Josh Meehan.
Date: 09:45pm
From: CTTC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Beth Costa
Duty Stations: TACTRAGRULANT, USS George H W Bush, NIOC Norfolk
Comments: I would first and foremost like to thank God for all his blessings and guiding my footsteps during the journey. I'd like to thank my family for standing behind me, even when they don't seem to understand the Navy way of life. Thank you to all who have mentored and guided me, your wisdom and understanding have been the lighthouse in many storms, and a push in the direction that has gotten me to this amazing point in my career. You've also shared the joy of success and happiness along the journey, I will be forever in debt and continue to pay it forward until my watch stands relieved. My thanks to the Genuines will not continue over the next few weeks for the molding of my mind over the years, but for many years as I find the way to allow out paths to cross again. I've been so fortunate to have the leadership I've been molded by over the past fourteen years. Thank you for allowing me to develop into a woman I can make eye contact with in the mirror at the end of each day and feel that the word family means so much more than the one you're born into.
Date: 08:46pm
From: ITC (IW/EXW/SW/AW) (Sel) Leonard Alvin Tate
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM, Mobile Communications Team Two, SOCCENT FWD Qatar, Navy Recruiting Command, PC Crew Alpha, USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), Diego Garcia
Comments: I am currently the IT E-5 And Below Detailer.
Date: 08:41pm
From: BUC(SCW/EXW/IW)(SEL) Tyrone Nathaniel Terry
Duty Stations: NPC Millington
Comments: I'm one of the BU, SW & EA E-6 and below detailers
Date: 08:20pm
From: MMNC (SW/AW) (SEL) Danny Rosado III
Duty Stations: NNSY FMB
Comments: First, I would like to thank my family. They are my motivation to be the best I can be. I also would like to thank MMNCS Cross, MMNCS Meier, MMNC Lloyd, MMNC Felton, MMNC Roskens, MMNC Scarbrough for believing in me enough to give me an LCPO spot. You all are awesome!
Date: 08:18pm
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Justin Brick
Duty Stations: NNSY NRMD
Comments: I would like to thank first off my family and children for supporting me in the greatest accomplishment of my life. Second a big shout out to the Sailors who worked for me that helped me get here, especially 2nd Shift onboard USS Enterprise for her decommissioning! Without your awesomeness I wouldn't be here. Lastly all the mentors, Chiefs, and friends along the way. Just to say a few, MMNC Kleinot, MMNC Powe, MMNCS Lopez, MMNCM Huratiak and so many more I can fill this out for awhile, I thank you so very much! V/R MMNC(SW)(SEL) Brick, Justin
Date: 08:18pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Nicholas Camp
Duty Stations: Norfolk Naval Ship Yard
Comments: I'd like to thank my family, especially my beautiful wife Jennifer for supporting me through all the late nights and long underways. I'm eternally grateful to all of the outstanding Sailors I have led who's accomplishments have helped make me successful, and also the Genuine Chiefs who have helped guide me along the way. Special shoutouts to ETC Charles White, ETCM Michael Bryant, STGC Ken Gardell, and FCACS Russel Keith. You all saw potential in me, and didn't give up on me when I was being hard headed. Thank you! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:10pm
From: BMC(SW) (SEL) Kamar T. Elliott
Duty Stations: ASOSE
Comments: Thank you to The Most High, my family, My current and previous command, to BMCS Michael Brown and all the great Boatswains mate I've had the honor of working with. Thank you to all the Chiefs that I've had the honor of learning from, thank you to all the chiefs and sailors that have paved the way forward for me to be able to grab the torch and keep pushing forward with pride. Thank you to The U.S. Navy for the opportunity to serve my country. Its an humbling and exciting time, knowledge is empowering. I am ready to take on the increased responsibilities and challenges, lead our sailors in accomplishing our Navy's Mission.
Date: 08:02pm
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Julius Gomez
Duty Stations: ASOSE
Comments: Thank you everyone that have mentored and lead me to this point in my life and to all the GENUINE Chief Petty Officers I look forward to calling you Brother or Sister.
Date: 07:51pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Rod Thompson
Duty Stations: CCDG-1, USS MAHAN, CPRF5F, USFF, USS SAN JACINTO, USS FORREST SHERMAN, ATG NORFOLK
Comments: I want to thank God, my family, and every sailor that I have served with. There once was a time where I didn't want to be in the Navy, then a time where I enjoyed the party side of the Navy a little too much, and then times where I had to fight through an ERB and PTS just to stay in. Every era of my time in the Navy has been a period of learning that has helped me grow from one moment to the other. The road to Chief has been long and paved with hardships, mistakes, failures, successes, but most importantly love and the unconditional support of my wife, my sons, and my shipmates. No man walks alone, and for me, everything will all come down to the people who got me here, because I didn't do it by myself.
Date: 04:05pm
From: ADC (AW) (Sel) Michael J. Lomax
Duty Stations: VR-61, VR-55, FRCW Fort Worth, VR-62
Comments: Its been a long ride to this point and I would not have made it here without the leadership and guidance from the CPO messes that have supported me throughout my career. I also wouldn't have made it to this point without the hard work and support of my junior Sailors. I will guide my Sailors as I was and do my very best to help them in their endeavors.
Date: 03:54pm
From: ABHC (SEL) Andrew McDougle
Duty Stations: NAS Whiting Field
Comments: I 'am truly grateful for all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have guide me to this point in my career. Additionally, I want to thank the Sailors that I have led and are mostly responsible for getting me to this stage in my career. Without them this is NOT possible.
Date: 03:38pm
From: LSC(SEL) Brian Love
Duty Stations: MCM Crew Leader, USS Emory S Land, MALS-24, USS Harry S Truman, LOGSU-2
Comments: It is an honor to be selected to be a part of the mess. This is one of the biggest accomplishments I have had so far in my career.
Date: 01:53pm
From: FCC(SEL) Phillip Wiggins
Duty Stations: USS Chancellorsville CG 62, USS Shiloh CG 67, USS Milius DDG 69, ATRC Dahlgren, VA, USS Laboon DDG 58
Comments: Ready to be initiated and accepted.
Date: 11:04am
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Timothy John C. Merilos
Duty Stations: VX-9,VAW-112,FRCSW POINT MUGU, VAW-116, VAQ-129
Comments: I would like to thank God, my family, specially to my wife and kids that supports me 24/7. Thank you to all genuine Chiefs that mentored me throughout my career and all genuine Chiefs in my command guiding me through the season. To all Sailors that helped me to get on this position, thank you. Congratulation to all Selectee's!!!
Date: 10:33am
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Christopher M Abney
Duty Stations: VAW-125
Comments: No comment
Date: 10:12am
From: HMC (SEL) Sami Bolton
Duty Stations: NOSC MEMPHIS NR NAVCAS
Comments: I want to thank those who have helped me with my Navy Reserve career. The guidance, support and encouragement keep me on track. I also want to thank my family for all the love and support!
Date: 09:17am
From: BMC (SEL) Bruno Doamaral
Duty Stations: USS LABOON, USS GONZALEZ, USS STOUT, NAVAL STATION NORFOLK PORT OPS, MCAST, MDSU II, TSC HAMPTON ROADS
Comments: It's an honor to finally achieve this milestone, I just want to thank everyone that somehow and someway, helped me along the way and shaped me to become what I am today. Specially my wife and son, they are and always will be my anchor. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE
Date: 08:05am
From: CEC (SCW/IW) (SEL) Neal Walker
Duty Stations: NCTS Far East Yokosuka, Japan, NCTS Bharain, NSF Thurmont, Prime Power Missouri, NMCB 4, NMCB 14, 3rd Combat assualt, 1st Light Armored Recon, 31st MEU, 3BN 3rd MAR
Comments: Thank you to my Father in heaven for all things are possible through him. Next, my beautiful bride and two beautiful kids that make me proud every second of the day. To the peers and subordinates that mentored me or I had the chance to help bring success to. To the Chiefs that believed in me and recognized that I just may have what it takes to join their ranks and placed me under their wings to guide me. My work was focused on mission success and to train those that would later replace me as I advanced into shoes that can be filled and ready at the moment of advancement to carry any task at hand. I am humbled that I have been selected, and hope to earn the respect to join the Chief's Mess.
Date: 07:21am
From: ATC (AW/SW) (sel) Nicharles Arayata
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD
Comments: I would like to thank my Family, especially my wife and kids for the never ending patience and support they have given me all these years! Also, big thanks to my SHIPMATES for helping me get where I am now; you all have molded me into the SAILOR that I am today. Last but not the least, to our HEAVENLY FATHER; thank you for the never ending blessings and I ask that you guide us (CPO Selectees and all Genuine Chiefs) on our own journey's to keep us all humble and grounded all through our careers. Hooyah!
Date: 02:50am
From: NCC(SW) (SEL) James Milt
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco
Comments: I would like to thank the man above for allowing me to be here to experience the great opportunity. Next, I would like to thank all my Mentors and Sailors I have had the pleasure to serve with that helped me get to this point.. Congratulations to all the Newly Chief (Sel) that made it this year.
Date: 02:42am
From: LSC(SW/SCW)(SEL) Michael Jan Lee
Duty Stations: NAVSUP PH FLC, USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40), NAS SIGONELLA SECURITY DET, NMCB 5
Comments: Thank you foremost to my family! my wife and baby son have been the light that continues to guide me. Thank you to all Sailors past and present, my mentors, peers and most especially all the junior Sailors. my selection is a reflection of all their work, mentorship and guidance. This will be an interesting few weeks and looking forward to what I will learn and what I can bring to the mess. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 12:27am
From: AZC(sel) John Phillips
Duty Stations: NSA Mid-South
Comments: Many thanks to the Sailors who worked side by side with me to get the mission done, nothing happens without you. I would like to thank the many many Chiefs who have guided me over the years and gave me a boost when needed, most recently the Mess at CNRC. My family- always my cheerleaders. Thanks for being there right when I needed you most.
Date: 12:15am
From: ISC(IW/SW) (SEL) Armando G. Rodriguez
Duty Stations: FIAF Det Pearl Harbor, HI/CJTF-HOA/USS AMERICA (LHA 6)
Comments: First of all, I want to thank the Sailors and mentors who have set me up for success. I couldn't be here without them. My father, AVCM (AW/SW) Armando Rodriguez has been and always will be my biggest Navy influence. He has molded me into the Sailor I am today since I was a child. Thanks, pops! My first mentor, CTNCS Juan Hernandez, took me under his wing at my first command and set me on a course to do great things. ISC Joshua Lively was my first LCPO onboard USS AMERICA and he was critical in showing me how to be a shipboard Sailor first, and an IS second. Thank you for taking the time to mold me into who I am today. GO COWBOYS! ISC Johnetta Heckard, for setting the standard and maintaining the standar, not allowing the substandard to become the standard; calling things what they are, and being forceful backup for me. To the Sailors back at FIAF Hawaii and in OZ Division, you all are the smartest people I've ever met, all of which made leading you very easy. Thank you for taking care of me, while I was taking care of you. To the Chief's Mess, thank you for continuing to develop me into a leader who can turn around and pay it forward to the Sailors who will come behind me. Thank you for instilling tradition, heritage, leadership and humility upon me so that I may be better equipped in the future to lead Sailors into any battle! Very respectfully, ISC(IW/SW)(SEL) Armando Rodriguez OZ Division USS AMERICA (LHA 6)
Date: 09:29pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Daniel J Pike
Duty Stations: PC Crew Lima; San Clemente Island; USS Gabrielle Giffords
Comments: I did not get here by myself! I want to thank all the Sailors and mentors that helped shape me into the Sailor I am today.
Date: 09:13pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Scott Tatum
Duty Stations: LSD-50 USS Carter Hall; LHA-4 USS Nassau; CG-66 USS Hue' City; CRS-10
Comments: Thank you to my wife, Sarah, and my family who always supported me. Thank you all of the junior Sailors who supported me and taught me so much about leadership. Thank you my mentors who are showing me how to lead like I never knew before. Thank you Chiefs Mess for all ways having my back.
Date: 08:48pm
From: HMC(Sel)(SW) Sheila Hetherington-Smith
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Philadephia, Cherry Point Naval Hospital, OSHU Wilmington NC, OSHU Portsmouth VA, NOSC Norfolk, USS Wasp, CNRFC
Comments: So thankful to God, my husband and family because I would not be where I am today without their love and support. Of course none of this would be possible without all of the people that have mentored me through the years. I am very humbled and proud.
Date: 08:22pm
From: CTRC(SEL) Ben Wood
Duty Stations: ATG WESTPAC
Comments: Thank you to all of my mentors, and every Chief and Sailor who helped to get me here. PROUD to have been selected.
Date: 08:20pm
From: CSC (SW/AW)(SEL) Erica Fennell
Duty Stations: Carrier Strike Group Four
Comments: I would like to thank me junior Sailors, mentors and family for helping me to achieve this milestone. Special thanks to: Master Chief Cole Master Chief Gonzalez Master Chief Ellis, Retired Master Chief Robertson, Retired Senior Chief Hutt Senior Chief Nunez Senior Chief Fitzpatrick Senior Chief Pond Senior Chief Hopes CDR Scott LT Seals ENS Clark CWO2 Joseph
Date: 08:19pm
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Jeremy J. Gorman
Duty Stations: NOSC Lemoore; NMCB 18
Comments: I owe this selection to my wife, daughter and extended family - for without their sacrifice in carrying on from the rear while I was gone, none of this would've been possible. I owe my mentors and peers a great debt of thanks for instilling confidence in me to do the job. I owe each junior sailor whom I led, for it was their motivation and desire to get the job done that helped get me here. Finally, I owe this selection to all my fellow Selectees, that I will be the best source of information that you seek, of me, when you need it most.
Date: 07:49pm
From: GSMC (SW)(SEL) Juan Acosta
Duty Stations: USS HOWARD DDG83, NAVCON BRIG MIRAMAR, USS MONTEREY CG61, USS MITSCHER DDG57
Comments: When the world said no I said yes.
Date: 07:48pm
From: AOC(AW) (SEL) Justin J Whitney
Duty Stations: CVN-68 Nimitz, VP-46, NMC DET Fallon, VP-40
Comments: 1st and Foremost Congrats to all the Selectee's this year! Big Thanks to my Family and Friends without their support I may have lost focus. And to my Leader's/Mentors past and present who have guided me in my career and to those who worked for me with out them I wouldn't be here today!
Date: 07:18pm
From: ABHC (AW/SW) (Sel) Carlos Segura
Duty Stations: TSC Hampton Roads, USS Harry S Truman, Nas Whiting field
Comments: Thank you to everyone who helped get me to this point. I could not get here or move forward without the help and guidance.
Date: 06:54pm
From: ETC(Sel) Joshua R. Ross
Duty Stations: MCM-3, NAVSTA Rota, FFG-47
Comments: Proud to be here and to be associated with all the phenomenal CPOs who got me here.
Date: 05:47pm
From: NCC(AW)(SEL) Jonathon Bass
Duty Stations: VX-31, VP-46, NRD NEW ORLEANS, VP-1, NRD OHIO
Comments: Honored and humbled to be embarking on this monumental journey with you all. To all of my mentors and Sailors who have shaped my career, it's no doubt because of your influence that I'm writing this today. Without you all keeping me grounded and on the right path, I surely would not be the Sailor I am today. To my family, especially my wife Stephanie, you are the foundation our lives our built upon, and the guiding light in my life. You and those boys keep a smile on my face no matter what, thank you more than words can describe.
Date: 05:35pm
From: ENC(SW) (SEL) Calvin J Russo
Duty Stations: NRD Ohio, USS San Antonio
Comments: I am honored to be selected. I would like to thank my past and present mentors and sailors that I served with. Most important thank you to my family for standing by my side and suppourting my dreams.
Date: 05:27pm
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Paul Sheridan Wharton
Duty Stations: USS MAHAN DDG-72, COMNAVREGMIDLANT, USS TORTUGA LSD-46, MCM CREW PERSISTENT, USS HOWARD DDG-83, NRD OHIO/DIV 5 BUCKS NATION!!!
Comments: It is truly an honor being selected to don those anchors!!! To God be the glory because without Him I wouldn't be here. I would like to thank my family who is the reason I strive to be better each day. Also big shout out to the Chief's and Shipmates that mentored me along this journey. Teaching me the importance of training and taking care of junior sailors was the major key to my success.
Date: 05:17pm
From: NCC (SW/AW)(SEL) Cory Bogardus
Duty Stations: NRD OHIO, NRD RICHMOND, USS FORREST SHERMAN, USS COLE, USS HAWES, USS WASP, NAS OCEANA, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Comments: I would like to thank all of my mentors past and present, my family, my wife, and MOST importantly God! Without my hard work and the push from those I mentioned I wouldn't be here today. It's been a ;long road to get here and looking forward to the rest of this Navy journey!!
Date: 04:11pm
From: LSC(sel) EXW/SW Jennifer Breanna Banes
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz, SDVT-1, LOGSU-1, SEAL Team ONE, PMRF Barking Sands
Comments: CONGRATULATIONS ALL:) I feel incredibly grateful to have been selected with you. Remember that we're not alone in this, and when you need motivation to wake up in the morning during season, think about your fallen brothers or sisters who don't have the opportunity to take another breath. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to my being here today. SO HONORED.
Date: 04:09pm
From: MAC(Sel) Juan Rodriguez III
Duty Stations: Commander, Navy Region Hawaii
Comments: Congratulations to all and god bless. I would like to thank everyone who has a been a part of my military family, journey and career, as well as continue to do so in the future. Good luck to all in their future endeavors. V/R, Juan
Date: 01:59pm
From: ITC(IW/SW/EXW)(SEL) LaTasha Gregory
Duty Stations: NCTAMS PAC (MKP TCF), DJIBOUTI, DDG-73(USS DECATUR), WHCA
Comments: First, I would like to thank GOD, my family, and my mentors. Thank you to all the Sailors that I've served with. Thank you to all the Genuine Chiefs for the continued support and guidance. I'm beyond blessed. Congrats #124. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 01:56pm
From: ACC(SEL) Laura Karina Lawson
Duty Stations: FACSFAC VACAPES, USS HARRY S TRUMAN, NAS Oceana
Comments: Congratulations brothers and sisters!!! All the praise and Glory belongs to God for favoring me and my family. The Sailors that worked hand in hand with me, as well as, my mentors. Thanks they never lost faith in me and always found a way to encourage me when I was ready to give up. Last, my loving family!!! They are my rock.
Date: 01:50pm
From: NCC(SW) (SEL) Wayde Haslem
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln 2005-2010, NRD Portland 2010-2014, NRD Raleigh 2014-present
Comments: Really honored to be selected. Thanks to my mentors and all the sailors I have worked with for helping reach this milestone in my career.
Date: 01:37pm
From: AOC(AW)(Sel) Jada Constantine
Duty Stations: HSC-3
Comments: Thank you for providing this valuable resource to us I cannot wait to learn more where we came from.
Date: 01:22pm
From: AOC (AW/SW) (SEL) Jarrod Simmons
Duty Stations: VAQ-130, VAQ-132, NMC DET FALLON, VAQ-139, USS BONHOMME RICHARD
Comments: It is an honor to be selected. I would like to thank my family for all the support throughout the years. I'd also like to thank all of MCPO's, SCPO's, and CPO's for always pushing me to be the best I can be.
Date: 01:18pm
From: CTIC (NAC/IW/AW/SW) (SEL) Paul Schwanke
Duty Stations: NIOD Kbay
Comments: Proud to be selected. Thank all of you (both Junior and senior) who helped me here. I will NEVER forget where I came from.
Date: 05:41am
From: NDC(DSW/EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Curtis Fees
Duty Stations: EODMU-5, USS Frank Cable (AS40), Navy Research Laboratory, EODMU-11 Mobile Diving Salvage Company 11-7
Comments: Hooyah Navy Chief's, happy to be selected, ready for whatever comes next. Congratulations to all fellow Selectees Class #124!
Date: 05:33am
From: ETC(EXW/IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Caryl Tracy-Metz
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN-69), EODMU FIVE, NSW ATC, MDSU ONE
Comments: Hooyah to all of those who have come before me and all of those who will come behind me... IMUA!
Date: 04:49am
From: HMC(FMF/SCW)(Sel) John Leverich
Duty Stations: NBHC Hawaii/NMCB One/NBHC Gulfport/3RD MAW/NAVPERSCOM
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors and mentors who guided me throughout my career. Most importantly, I want to thank my family for all the love and support they've given me.
Date: 04:12am
From: PSC(SW/IW/AW) (SEL) Yina liu
Duty Stations: Naval personnel command
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors, all the Chiefs that I've worked for, all the sailors that I have worked with and most importantly my family. I couldn't done this all by myself, without them I wouldn't be at where am at today! I would like to thank every single one of them
Date: 04:09am
From: ITC (Sel) Kivia Hammock
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM
Comments: I would like to first thank God for allowing me to be here.. Secondly, I want to think my wife & kids for being there and supporting me all the way. It's truly an honor to be selected as Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy.. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!! HOOYAH
Date: 03:59am
From: ETVC(SS/IW) (SEL) George Daniel Weinstein
Duty Stations: NAVCENT
Comments: I would like to thank my family and friends and of course all the Sailors who got me to this point that I felt I would never reach! Thanks again!
Date: 02:49am
From: LSC(SEL)(SW/AW/IW) Dwight C Gooding
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM
Comments: Thank you to my mentors for keeping me on track and keeping me humble.
Date: 02:35am
From: PSC (Sel) (SW/AW) David Gut
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command PERS-4012
Comments: This site is an invaluable treasure! Have used in the past for specific CPO references but will now add as a daily tool for my toolbox. Congratulations to all the other selects! Thank you Genuines for all of your support!!!
Date: 01:52am
From: LSC(Sel) Marlon McDonald
Duty Stations: CTF-53, HSM-40, VFA-131, NH JACKSONVILLE, USS HALYBURRTON (FFG-40 DECOM)
Comments: I want to thank my family for their love and support that allows me to focus on the mission. Thanks to all the chiefs, mentors and sailors that helped me to get to where I am today without you all I would not be where I am.
Date: 01:36am
From: ENC(SW/AW)(Sel) Joseph Dunkin
Duty Stations: USS ESSEX, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, NSF DIEGO GARCIA, COMNAVPERSCOM
Comments: I would like to thank my family. I wouldn't have made it very far in life, art all, without them. I would like to thank CMC Mickey Jones for taking a knuckle dragging ENFN with a bad attitude and "highly encouraging" me to always do better and be better. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs at COMNAVPERSCOM, especially the 402 engineering Chiefs for pushing me to get involved and showing me what great leadership looks like. I would like to thank the Chiefs who are taking their own time to guide us through this season. It can't be easy. And I would like to thank my Papa (BM2, USS Bolster, Korean Conflict) for inspiring me to join the Navy in the first place.
Date: 01:23am
From: PSC (Sel) Ryan T Gasid
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM
Comments: All, I want to thank you almighty God for all the blessing he given me and to my family. I want to than humbly my Family for supporting me and trust me with their life I could make it here without my family. To all my friends, co-worker and for those who have come before me. Thank you for the guidance and mentoring. I humbly myself and treasure this moment for supporting me and guiding me to a place where I need be. Shout out to All CPO Selectees FY18. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:21am
From: ABFC(Sel) Kaseem Fletcher
Duty Stations: NPC
Comments: Stay blessed and keep your faith. I Love you Kina, Maya, Laylah, and Lani; thanks for pushing me this far.
Date: 11:59pm
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jared Olah
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson(CVN-70), MARMC, USS Tempest (PC-2)
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends, and mentors for getting this far in my career. Congrats to all Selectee's!
Date: 11:35pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) PRINCE OWUSU
Duty Stations: USS BENFOLD-DDG65
Comments: Would like to know more about the heritage.
Date: 10:37pm
From: FCC(SEL) (SW) Danew K. Thompson
Duty Stations: USS Mason, USS McCampbell, USS Bulkeley, ATRC Dahlgren
Comments: I would like to thank the several pillars of leadership I've come across in the last 13 years that helped to mold me into who and what I am today. Senior Armstrong, Uliasz, Singleton, Chief Scott and Wilson. Thank you for paying it forward.
Date: 08:07pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Raymond Nolan
Duty Stations: NATTC PENSACOLA
Comments: Navy Chief! Navy pride!
Date: 08:04pm
From: BUC(SCW) (SEL) JOSH HELTON
Duty Stations: NOSC MEMPHIS, NMCB 14
Comments: Thank you to all that supported me through my career. Thank you for the lessons you taught even the ones you didn't know you were teaching. And most of my all Thank you for my family and friends that always stood by my side and carried the load while I was away. I would not be here without each one of you.
Date: 06:55pm
From: ACC(sel) AW/SW David C. Lee
Duty Stations: USS John F. Kennedy, NAVSTA Mayport, NATTC Pensacola, NAS Kingsville, TX
Comments: I am both humbled and honored to be selected. I would like to thank all my mentors and Sailors who helped me along the way.
Date: 05:59pm
From: ATC(SEL) Travis Stewart
Duty Stations: VUP-19
Comments: I want to thank the sailors who have worked along side me to make this happen, thank you! I want to thank the fellow Chief's for guidance and wisdom over the years. To many to list, but one that goes along away is ATCS Staszak, thank you I can not say that enough. You keep it real regardless of the outcome...
Date: 05:49pm
From: ETC(Sel) David Swearingen
Duty Stations: (Current)NAS Kingsville, USS Bonhomme Richard, NOSC San Antonio, USS Essex
Comments: I want to thank my family, friends, the Sailors I've worked with, and the Chiefs that have inspired me along the way.
Date: 03:10pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Ryan Sanders
Duty Stations: OPNAV SDC, Dallas, TX
Comments: This process is amazing and I have to thank those that have helped me along the way.
Date: 02:41pm
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Jessica Zugzda
Duty Stations: MARFORCOM
Comments: I want to thank my family, mentors and Sailors for helping me get where I am today!
Date: 12:44pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Christopher Finstad
Duty Stations: VP64/VR64/FRC Willow Grove/VP62/NOSC Fort Dix
Comments: First, I thank my family for everything they have provided me that has made me a better person. Next I want to thank all of the people throughout my career that I've had the pleasure of working with and learning from. Without any of you, I couldn't be where I am today. Thank you!
Date: 12:20pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/EXW)(Sel) Phil Romanow
Duty Stations: CJTF-HOA, OSU NOSC Jax, FRCSE Jacksonville, CLDJ, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)
Comments: Thanks to everyone who has influenced my life and career. Results, not excuses!
Date: 11:45am
From: MAC(Sel) Brice McCain
Duty Stations: NTTC Lackland
Comments: No one gets here alone, this a testament to the support from my Sailors, Family, Mentors and Leaders.
Date: 11:16am
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Stefan Weldon
Duty Stations: NRD Richmond
Comments: Just want to thank God, my family, and my mentors for believing in me and getting me where I am
Date: 07:47am
From: AGC(IW/AW/SW)(SEL) Dustin Covault
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76)
Comments: So many Genuines to thank, but at the forefront is AGC(RET) Emily Lormand and AGCS Chris Martin. Thank you for all you have done, and thank you to everyone who has had a hand in getting me to this point.
Date: 07:29am
From: CTRC(SEL) Tim Erickson
Duty Stations: USS STOCKDALE (DDG-106), USS MAKIN ISLAND (LHD-8), NIOC Maryland, NRD Los Angeles, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76), USS OGDEN (LPD-5)
Comments: Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 03:04am
From: ITC(sel) Kamau (Mel) Nunn
Duty Stations: COMPCRON ONE
Comments: Like to thank all those who have mentored me, all those who I worked with, and last but definitely not least, my family.....Definitely wouldn't be here without their support.....behind every success is a great team, so my success is everyone who was involved success...Thank you all.
Date: 02:00am
From: CTIC(IW/SW/NAC)(SEL) Hope Holubec
Duty Stations: NIOC Georgia, NIOC Bahrain
Comments: Thank you to all of the junior Sailors and all of my mentors who have believed in me and taught me so much. I would not be here without y'all! Hooyah Class 124!!
Date: 11:35pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF/AW)(Sel) Lester Spence
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE LPD 23
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all those who have mentored me along the way
Date: 11:09pm
From: NCC (SEL) Laura Clarke
Duty Stations: NETC GST LS SAN DIEGO
Comments: Thank you to all my junior Sailors because without you I wouldn't be here. To all my leaders in these last 14 years for showing me the path, guiding me, and supporting me.
Date: 11:09pm
From: DCC (SW)(Sel) Peter Martinez
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM
Comments: Thank you to my wife and kids who never gave up hope, and always encouraged me. Thank you to EMCM Feye, DCC Williams, DCC Altamirano, DCC Padilla, DCCS Sanders, DCC Spare, DCC Gust, MACS Chambers, GSCS Dixon, and many more for all of your guidance, wisdom, and friendship.
Date: 10:44pm
From: CTRC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Brittney Griffith
Duty Stations: USS John P Murtha (LPD 26)
Comments: Good Evening FY18 CPO Selectees, After almost 17 years in the Navy I was finally selected for Chief. I look forward to the remainder of the transition and wish you all the best. V/r CTRC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Griffith
Date: 09:56pm
From: ACC(AW/SW) (SEL) John Carlozzi
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis, NAS Whiting Field, USS Saipan, NAS Key West, FACSFAC Jacksonville, NATTC Pensacola
Comments: Wow, it's been two weeks and my head is still spinning. From preparing for retirement in a few weeks to CPO. I owe a special debt of gratitude to all the Sailors that have become family. You all were my inspiration, motivation, and validity every single day. There are so many Mentors I would like to thank but I'd rather do it face-to-face. Full steam ahead Shipmates!!!
Date: 08:12pm
From: AZC (AW)(SEL) Zoltan Prestridge
Duty Stations: Blue Angels (current), FRCWD Fallon 2012-14, VQ-3 2008-12
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors I had the opportunity to work alongside. To the Chiefs that guided me throughout my career, thank you! To my wife and kids, thank you for the support throughout my career, I love you all! You all are the reason that got me to where I am at in my career!
Date: 06:54pm
From: CEC (SCW)(SEL) Rodney D Stephenson
Duty Stations: CV 67, NMCB 1, CBMU 303, NAVFACEURSWA, NMCB 4, NEMSCOM, CNRC
Comments: First I would like to give praise to God for laying this path out for me and never making it easy. Next, I have to give thanks to all of the influencers in my career in no particular order- AOC Harold Stubbs, BMCS Eric Ramsey, Master Chief Rob Suave, Master Chief Allen Johnson, Master Chief Larry Sharpe, Master Chief David Sammons, Master Chief Juan Zetino, Master Chief Alpha Lampman, Master Chief Michael Dianni, Master Chief Teddy McKinney, Senior Jeffery Johnson, Senior Chief Kirk Johnson, Senior Chief Michael Seanz. I also wanted to thank all of the hard working sailors who I worked with either lead or worked for. I have been humbled and will continue to be. V/r, CEC (SCW)(SEL) Rodney D. Stephenson
Date: 05:51pm
From: HMC(FMF/IDW)(SEL) Andrew James Wilson
Duty Stations: NRD Minneapolis, NMTSC FT. Sam Houston, NH Guantanamo Bay, BMC Yuma, AZ, MAG-13, Yuma, AZ
Comments: Thank you to HMCS Venita Johnson, HMCS Jesse Moreno, HMC Abby Vail, and HMC Michael Price. Without any of you, I would not be here today!!
Date: 05:49pm
From: CSC (SEL) Martin Charles Parker
Duty Stations: Comnavsurflant
Comments: Thank you everyone that has taken the time out of there career to set me on a positive path in life.
Date: 04:33pm
From: UTC(SCW)(SEL) Patrick Hines
Duty Stations: NSA Souda Bay, NMCB 133, NRD Ohio,ACB2,SOCSOUTH
Comments: I just want to thank all my leadership for getting me to where I am today.
Date: 04:11pm
From: NCC(Sel) Monica Crumpvenn
Duty Stations: Naval Information Forces
Comments: For my family, friends and shipmates who have stood next to me thru all the trials and tribulation, underways, qualifications, long days, mess deck meals, coffee talks, snuggles from my girls and the continued support form my Husband. Thank you.
Date: 03:40pm
From: GMC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Cristina Bruni
Duty Stations: USS McFaul, NS Mayport Security, NSWU-3, LCS-4
Comments: Thank you to all my friends, family and God but more so to the Chiefs in my career and my peers/subordinates working with me daily. Special thanks to: SOCM SCOTTY LEWIS GMC HEATHER SCOTT GMC (RET) SEDRICK GRIFFIN FCC (RET) LEISURE YNCS SHERRI WRIGHT GMC WICK WOODROW SOC NATHAN HATFIELD MACS KEVIN BELL GMC JOSH SEMINARA GMC (RET) ALLEN SCHLEGEL LCDR (SEAL) TOMMY RICHARDSON PRCS CLARENCE WASSBERG PSC STEPHANIE PERRY AND MANY MORE....
Date: 03:17pm
From: OSC(Sel) Fridah Kelley
Duty Stations: CDSA Dam Neck
Comments: Looking forward to become a member of the hallowed community of Chief Petty Officers of United States Navy.
Date: 03:03pm
From: YNC(SEL) (SW/AW) Michael Bostic
Duty Stations: USS NORMANDY, NAVSTA ROTA, VAQ 137, COMPACFLT HAWAII, USS ANZIO, SPAWAR SPACE FIELD ACTIVITY
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has helped me along the way.
Date: 02:58pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) Jonathan Blake Brown
Duty Stations: CSCS DET PNW
Comments: Thanks to ever mentor who lead me on the right path and all the Sailors I lead who without them I would not be where I am today. I am humbled, Honored,Proud to be in where I amtoday and couldnt have done it without the help and support of every Sailor I have learned from and guided
Date: 02:49pm
From: MAC (SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Daron M Tyler
Duty Stations: 7083073461
Comments: I want to thank my family and all the people who have supported and mentored me to get me where I am today.
Date: 02:46pm
From: PSC(Sel) HARTLEY LAPSEY
Duty Stations: NRD DALLAS
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 02:41pm
From: ITC (IW)(SEL) Jason Martin
Duty Stations: USAAMDS Romania
Comments: Thank you all who have guided me along the way.
Date: 02:07pm
From: STGC(SW) (SEL) Mark Fenstemaker
Duty Stations: Naval Ocean Processing Facility DamNeck, USS Cole/DDG-67
Comments: Thanks to all who mentored me and helped me get to where I am today. Couldn't have done it without you!
Date: 01:33pm
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Jermaine Reed
Duty Stations: USS CURTS (FFG 38), Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit 303, NAVREG SE RCC Fort Worth
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of my mentors, family, and friends who have guided me over the last 10 years of my career. I would not be where I am today without each and every one of you. This marks a new beginning in my career and I am truly honored by my selection and I hope to keep making you all proud as I enter my journey as a Chief Petty Officer. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 01:32pm
From: STGC (SW/SS) (SEL) Devlin Jordan
Duty Stations: USS Dallas, USS Hopper, USS Oscar Austin, ATG San Diego
Comments: Thank you to all the sailors who ever worked for me or with me and thank you to all the Chiefs who guided me to this point and continue to guide me and of course thank you to my family for supporting me through thick and thin.
Date: 01:22pm
From: PRC(AW) (SEL) DINIA N. CADETTE
Duty Stations: HS-11, VP-16, VP-5, VP-30, VFA-115 and currently at NATTC Pensacola
Comments: THANK YOU!! To all Genuine Chiefs who have guided and mentored me throughout my career and to my family and friends for the unwavering support ! I am honored and humbled to have this opportunity. This opportunity couldn’t happen without all the sailors I have had the pleasure to work alongside with and led; so thank you. I am truly grateful and excited!!!
Date: 01:12pm
From: ADC(AW) (SEL) JABULANI MASON
Duty Stations: HSM-74, HSM-40, HSM-70, VS-32, AIMD JAX, VS-31, CVN-75
Comments: Thank you to everyone in my career that helped me get here.
Date: 12:04pm
From: AMC (AW)(SEL) CHAD D. KARSHBAUM
Duty Stations: HC-3, HSL-37, USS NIMITZ (CVN 68), NATTC PENSACOLA, AIMD BAHRAIN, NATTC PENSACOLA
Comments: I want to take this opportunity to thank all of the mentors who took the time to mold me into something greater than what i started with. You have made this an amazing journey, I am excited to see what new challenges will arise. Thank you all for the time and effort spent teaching me.
Date: 10:44am
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Jacob Belen-Wides
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu, USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
Comments: I'd like to thank all those that not only pushed me to be successful, but those that ensured I had the opportunity. There were a few bumps in the road with my strong willed personality and there is still a lot of growing that need a to be done. Thanks Paul, Alea, Shannon, Tommy, Clarke, Myron, Scott.
Date: 10:15am
From: MAC (SEL) Joseph Pellicano
Duty Stations: NAS Whiting Field (Present), NCIS Middle East Field Office (Manama Bahrain), HQ ISAF (Afghanistan), NNMC Bethesda (Maryland), CFAY Security (Yokosuka, Japan), USS Samuel B. Roberts FFG-58 (Jacksonville, Florida)
Comments: Big thanks to all of my Sailors, because it was truly their efforts that got me here today. Also a big thanks to MAC James Missildine and CWO4 Marcus Watkins. It was their leadership and guidance that helped to develop me and guide me to who I am today. They were the true definition of Deckplate Leadership!
Date: 09:34am
From: ITC(SW/SW)(Sel) Alice Alicea
Duty Stations: ECRC Norfolk VA
Comments: I would like to give a heartful thank you to everyone that has helped me in the past and present to get to this point. A person is only as good as the family, friends, leaders and peers around them that have helped them get to where they are. Words cannot express how greatful I am to have been blessed to have all great leaders in my life.
Date: 09:23am
From: ETC(Sel) Tiffany Chatman
Duty Stations: ACU4
Comments: Best day of me life!
Date: 07:57am
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) AnaAlicia Henderson
Duty Stations: 3d Medical Battalion, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, 1st Medical Battalion, Naval Hospital Bremerton
Comments: Thank you to all of my Sailors, Mentor's, and Family. This could not have been done without you.
Date: 07:29am
From: CTRC(SEL) Robert A. Robinson
Duty Stations: CWG-6, DDG-56 USS John S. McCain, NIOC San Diego, NAS Pensacola, HSL-51
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs and Senior Chiefs who got me here; Ben Chester, Ryan Jones, J.B. Johnson, Jeff Maigue, David Vest, Jeff, Graham, Chris Young, John Hibberts, Steven Burke, Nick Campos, Robert Stoke, and so many others!!! But most of all my Peers and Junior Sailors that believed in me as a leader through good times and bad.... I would not have been given this amazing opportunity if not for them as well.
Date: 07:26am
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Jonathon E. Hollenbaugh
Duty Stations: USS Kitty Hawk, USS Theodore Roosevelt, IA Task Group Trident Bagram, NAS Pensacola Sherman Field, USS George Washington, USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: I want to thank my mentors who consistently pushed me to be a better sailor and leader. Thank you to the junior sailors who allowed me the opportunity to lead them and work for them with out them I would not be in the position I am in today. Thank you to my family who has never stopped believing in me and always being there for me. V/R ABEC(AW/SW) (SEL) Hollenbaugh
Date: 06:39am
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Dylan Heyer
Duty Stations: VAW-112, MOBSECRON-3 DET BAHRAIN, USNORTHCOM, VFA-2, NAVBASE POINT LOMA SECDET, USS RUSSELL
Comments: Thank you for the add. Looking forward to researching lots of CPO information.
Date: 05:41am
From: ABHC(sel) Zachary Eady Cheatham
Duty Stations: JBPHH TPU
Comments: I would like to thank all Genuine Chiefs who have guided and molded me through the last 16 years. I would also absolutely without question like to sincerely thank my Junior Sailors, without them and the work they do, I could never have made this milestone in my career.
Date: 01:51am
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Jessica B Santos
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE H W BUSH (CVN 77), USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I am very grateful for all the shipmates that made me who I am today: my superiors, subordinates and junior Sailors I have the honor to serve with. I am truly humbled to be selected to join the ranks of Chief Petty Officer. May the next milestone of my career be more fruitful and meaningful not just for my personal gain, but for all that I will be in care for.
Date: 01:32am
From: MAC(Sel) Ivan Mitchell
Duty Stations: USS Antietam CG-54, NRD Dallas/NRS Cedar Hill, USS Carl Vinson CVN-70, ATGMIDPAC
Comments: Thank you to the past and present. Looking forward to keeping the tradition alive.
Date: 11:22pm
From: CTNC (Sel) Kathleen Nieuwenhuis
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT
Comments: I would like to thank all the outstanding Chiefs and Petty Officers that have helped to get me where I am today. I would also like to thank my husband, Todd and the rest of my family for being the cornerstone of my success. I wholeheartedly looking forward to this new adventure in my life.
Date: 11:05pm
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Paul A. Amaguin
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors I had the pleasure to work alongside and led. To all the Chiefs that guided me throughout my career, thank you! And to my wife and kids, thank you for the support throughout my career, I love you all! You all are the reason that got me to where I am at in my career.
Date: 10:34pm
From: AOC(AW) (Sel) Katie C. James
Duty Stations: VAQ-129/VAQ-138/NMC Fallon/HSM-41
Comments: I want to thank everyone that has helped me through my career. I couldn't have made it this far with out everyone of you!
Date: 10:32pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) Chris Lewis
Duty Stations: USS Detroit AOE-4, USS Kinkaid DD-965, USS Arliegh Burke DDG-51, CSCS DET Dam Neck/East, USS Samuel B. Roberts FFG-58, Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: I would not be where I am today if it wasn't for the sailors I lead. I also would not be here if it wasn't for the leadership and guidance I received over the years. But all in all I would not be the man I am if I didn't have the loving support of my wife.
Date: 10:22pm
From: NCC (SW) (SEL) John Cedar
Duty Stations: NRD Raleigh, NRD Jacksonville, USS Enterprise, NAVSTA Mayport, USS Enterprise
Comments: It is a honor to be able to sign the decklog and I look foreword to being a part of the mess.
Date: 10:03pm
From: BMC (SEL) EXW/SW Marcus L. Lynch
Duty Stations: USS Rainier (AOE-7), NSF Bahrain, COMFLTACTYOKOSUKA, USS Vandergrift (FFG-48), USS Lassen (DDG82), ATGPACNORWEST, RIVRON 1/Coastal Riverine Squadron Four
Comments: Thanks be to God, for my wife and children, my parents and siblings, friends long and far, and the many Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen that helped get me to where we are today. I could not have achieved success with out you.
Date: 08:31pm
From: YNC(Sel) Justin Bevitt
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93), Iraq, CSCS DET PEARL HARBOR, HSM 37, JBPHH
Comments: Thanks to everyone up and down the chain who have helped me in my career! This is what I have wanted for so long and I glad I finally made it here! Looking forward to meeting everyone I can.
Date: 08:13pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF/SCW)(SEL) Bryan M. Clarke
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74); NMC Portsmouth, VA; NMCB 133; SWMI (SFIDC school); NAVHOSP Camp Lejeune, NC; 2d FSSG Camp Lejeune, NC
Comments: Thank you to the many CPO's that have shaped my career and showed me the way. Too many to list but here are the ones that really stand out in my mind: CMDCM Zachary Pryor, HMCS Tony Lyle, HMCS Jeff Klimczak, HMCS James Burnett, HMCS Cory Perry, and HMC Jennifer Thomas.
Date: 07:47pm
From: ENC(sel) EXW/SW Brice Swan
Duty Stations: CRS-3
Comments: I'd like to thank my family for supporting me in all that I have done. All of peers and superiors for believing in me and what my potential was. To my juniors, thank yall for the hard work and for following my words (even if you didn't get it at first). I wish the best to everyone going through the transition, and cant wait to start molding the next group of sailors to come to the mess. Thanks everyone!! V/R Brice
Date: 06:43pm
From: HMC(FMF/AW)(SEL) Joseph Sablad
Duty Stations: USS Emory S Land (AS 39)
Comments: We request your guidance and acceptance of this simple sailor that one day we can be beside you in ranks and wisdom.
Date: 06:36pm
From: AMC (SEL) Jason Cota
Duty Stations: USS Bataan
Comments: Thank you to all who supported me. Also would like to thank the Sailors who worked for me. Without them this would not have been possible. My leadership guided and provided so much. Truly Humbled.
Date: 06:29pm
From: MAC(SEL) Christopher R. Wilkins
Duty Stations: NAF Misawa (present), NAS Lemoore, CFA Yokosuka & NSA Souda Bay
Comments: I would like to thank the leaders that have pushed me and my junior Sailors who have supported me. I couldn't have done this alone and I am honored to be selected to become a Chief in the world's greatest Navy!
Date: 05:53pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) James Dillinger
Duty Stations: HSC-26, CNATTU Norfolk, HSC-26, HSC-9, HS-3, AIMD MISAWA, HS-3, NAS JAX, HS-3
Comments: Many thanks to all those I have served with throughout the years and my family who has supported me no matter how difficult the task.
Date: 05:45pm
From: STGC(SW/IUSS)(SEL) Jesse James
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal (CG73), NOPF Whidbey Island, COMUNDERSEASURV
Comments: Thank you everyone who has supported me in my efforts to achieve this great goal. Without the support of both my junior and senior Sailors I would not be here doing this today. I look forward to joining the Mess and becoming one of your brothers!
Date: 04:51pm
From: AOC(Sel) AW/SW Christopher Carter
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan, HS-10, HSM-40, HSM-72
Comments: NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 01:53pm
From: AMC(AW)(sel) Tobby Dudley
Duty Stations: previous VX-9 present VAQ142
Comments: I would like to thank all the junior sailors that worked with and for me to help me get to were I am today also, Chaz Puglise, Adam Allen, Paul Williams, Ryan Robertson, Josh Deburger, Mace Riddle, Jamie Moylan, Kyle Kurtz and all the other VX-9 Vampire CPO's that believed in me and gave me a shot to prove myself as a Deckplate leader. I would also like to thank my loving wife for standing by my side through thick and thin and supporting my decision to make the NAVY a career. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. V/r Tobby Dudley
Date: 10:40am
From: BMC(Sel) J. Alan sapp
Duty Stations: USS Constellation(CV-64)/ NAS Whiting Field/ NOSC Pensacola
Comments: Humbled and honored!
Date: 07:55am
From: FCC(Sel) Wesley Price
Duty Stations: USS COLE (DDG 67), SCSC WALLOPS ISLAND, VA, USS MONTEREY (CG 61), USS LABOON (DDG 58)
Comments: Thank you to the countless shipmates throughout my career thus far who have supported me in this journey!
Date: 07:39am
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jeff Parker
Duty Stations: ATG, USS NORMANDY, USS VELLA GULF,MARMC,RTC, USS ESSEX, USS BELLEAU WOOD
Comments: Thank you to my family, my friends and to the the Chief Petty Officers I have served with over the last 19 years for the mentorship and leadership. Special thanks to all of my Sailors. Without great Sailors This Selectee would have never made it to this humbling time in my career.
Date: 06:57am
From: CTTC(IW/SW) (SEL) Jessica Markin
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: Most Honorable Master Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs and Honorable Chiefs, First and foremost, I would like to thank my Dad, PRC Bruce Salsbury and Uncle, MMCS Byron Salsbury for their constant support and love throughout my Naval career. I thank these Great Chiefs that mentored and guided me; CTTCS Aaron Papakie, ISCS Alma Murphy, FCCS Kim Graham, OSCS Joe Calzadilla, CTTCS Josh Lesoken, CTTCS Jason Meadows, CTTCS Larry Janssen, CTRCS Seth Lambert, CTTC Derrick Bailey, CTTC Scott Recher, CTTC Drew Garcia, CTRC Tiffany Ulrich, FCC Joel Burns, ISC Miguel DeJesus. The list above is not complete, so many helped get me to where I am today. I hope to thank each and every one of you in person.
Date: 06:55am
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Rachelle Joseph
Duty Stations: JMAST CENT/DJC2 CENT, TSC Hampton Roads, USS Nitze, COMPHIBRON 2, NCTS Det Hampton Roads, Joint Forces Command, USS Harry S. Truman, NCTS Bahrain, USS Lenthall, USS Oldendorf
Comments: There are several people who help me get to this point in my career But I'd like to particularly Thank the following individuals. My husband Isaiah Joseph who have always been so supportive by allowing me leave our kids behind with him while I've been on deployments, duty, long work days. The junior Sailors who's hard work allowed me to lead successfully. My kids who have always been so understanding when Mommy had to leave for work. My Mentors AOC Terry Cox and YNC Marc Cunningham USN, RET for being great mentors and looking over my record/package giving me tips on how to make it better. And to the best Chief (who is now and Ensign) that I've had the opportunity to work for ITC/ENS Antonnea Thompson for inspiring me not to give up on my goal to advance to Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 01:07am
From: LSC(SW) (sel) Mike Sisk
Duty Stations: CSFWP ASD FALLON
Comments: I would to thank LSCS La Dala, LSC Jason Rhoades, and LSC Dave Lish for helping me become not only the Sailor I have turned into, but the overall person I've become. They were there when I needed pushed, and there were plenty of those times, but also were there for me through some of the most difficult times in my life.
Date: 12:07am
From: AWRC(NAC/AW/SW)(SEL) Thomas Nutzmann
Duty Stations: NAS FALLON
Comments: Thank you to all that helped me achieve this great milestone in my military career.
Date: 11:52pm
From: PSC(Sel) Brian M. Paramo
Duty Stations: NRC/NOSC Duluth, MN; MNCI-IAG; PSD Pensacola; USFOR-A; RTC Great Lakes; VFC-13
Comments: Greetings, I would like to thank everyone who supported and mentored me throughout my career. There are so many, many people to thank, but to keep this short; a special thank you to CMDCM Stroman, PSCM Lowe, FCCM Melonas, YNCS Shivers, FCCS Brown, AWFCS Wooten, PNC Branning, PSC McCallister, PSC Curtis, YNC Nicholson, and YNC Maxies. Very Respectfully, PSC(Sel) Paramo, Class 124
Date: 11:48pm
From: AWRC(NAC/AW)(SEL) William Andorfer
Duty Stations: HSL-48; HSMWSL; HSM-73; NAWDC
Comments: I would like to thank all of the men and women that have helped me get to where I am at today. I could not have done it without y'all. Thank you -Dorf
Date: 11:06pm
From: YNC(Sel) Travis Scott
Duty Stations: USS TICONDEROGA, USS KEARSARGE, USJFCOM, NR GREENVILLE NOSC, USS OAK HILL
Comments: I would like to thank all the people that poured all there knowledge into me and my career. My mother has been my biggest supporter through it all and now that my daughter has born my life, goals and focus has changed.
Date: 10:26pm
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL) Daniel Jacob Wilson
Duty Stations: USS NEVADA GOLD
Comments: A Special Thanks and shout out to: CMDCM(SS) Randy Pruitt MTCM(SS) Adrian "Scooby" Watkins ETVCS(SS) Emmerson Jueco ETVC(SS) William "Bill" Martin MMNC(SW/AW) Steven "Red" Wilson Not an all inclusive list by any stretch, thank you to all those not mentioned.
Date: 10:11pm
From: HMC (Sel) Victoria Newberry
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I want to thank my family and friends for always being there for me and supporting me. I also want to thank all of my amazing mentors, leaders and junior sailors that helped me accomplish this.
Date: 10:05pm
From: ATC (AW/SW)(SEL) Nathan Payne
Duty Stations: CVN-71, AIMD Atsugi, CVN-75
Comments: I just wanted to thank God, my family, and a few select mentors that have had great impact on my life. From the "Big Stick" I want to thank ATCS(ret) Andrea Strausser for ensuring I always learned the lesson at the right level. From AIMD Atsugi I want to thanks ATCS Paul Healy, ATC Ron Mendoza, ATCS(ret) Cory Mooers, and AOCM Mike Conroy. You all were inspirational leaders that helped set a foundation for excellence. From HST I want to thank ATCS Van Legaspi most of all for mentoring me and setting an example to emulate as well as ATC Stephen Rolka, ATCS James Dice, and ATCS Robert Vontoure. You have all been outstanding mentors and leaders. Lastly, I want to thank every junior Sailor that has supported me to get to this point in my career...I will always take care of the junior Sailor. Thank you!
Date: 07:59pm
From: MAC(Sel) Harrison Palmer
Duty Stations: NR NSF Yorktown
Comments: I wanted to take a moment to thank all the junior sailors I was tasked with leading. My selection isntuebr suit of your hard work and dedication. I also would like to thank MACS(SW) Johann T Scott. Without his guidance, pressure, and leadership I would not be the sailor I am today! And last but not least, I want to thank my Wife, Breanna for supporting me in every way!
Date: 07:55pm
From: ACC(SEL) Michael P Thomas
Duty Stations: NAS Kingsville, TX(Jul 16-Pres). USS Ronald Reagan(Mar 02-Jul 06), FACSFAC San Diego(Jul 07-Jul 12), USS Ronald Reagan(Oct 12-Aug 15), USS George Washington(Aug 15-Dec 15),USS Theodore Roosevelt(Dec 15-Jul 16)
Comments: I just want to say thank you to everyone who has assisted me and supported me over my career. Without my guys I am nothing. Thank You!
Date: 03:33pm
From: BMC(sel) Jon Reese
Duty Stations: CRS10- Current; CV-63-Previous, ACB2-Previous
Comments: we want to thank our family who is there to support us as well as our new family for supporting and teaching us. A special thanks to Senior Chief Miller for your guidance along the way, Chief Childers, Chief Traw and Chief Varela for being our sponsors and mentors through the season. Your dedication and commitment to help us be successful is certainly an Honor to show you we are worth it! Very Respectfully BMC(sel)'s Of Wave 9A
Date: 03:20pm
From: CTNC (Sel) Dwight Durant
Duty Stations: NR NIOC HAWAII CAMP PARKS
Comments: Honorable Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs and Most Honorable Master Chiefs, I't like to specifically thank ETCS (SS) Blair (Nav type, CTTCS (IW) Newbill and CTNC(IW) McGowan for offering me mentorship across my career. I also want to specifically thank several Junior Sailors who gave me the opportunity to develop my leadership and shipmatey skills: CTI2 (IW) Sterba, STS2 (SS) Kellogg, and YN1 Apicelli.
Date: 01:33pm
From: AMC(SEL) Bryan Christian
Duty Stations: VQ-3; CNATTU Lemoore; VFA-113; SFWPD; VFA-195
Comments: I want to thank all of the mentors over the years and my sailors who have gotten me here. You have made this an amazing journey and I look forward to the years to come. Thank you all.
Date: 01:13pm
From: YNC(Sel) Travis Scott
Duty Stations: USS TICONDEROGA, USS KEARSARGE, USJFCOM, NR GREENVILLE NOSC, USS OAK HILL
Comments: I would like to thank all the people that poured all there knowledge into me and my career. My mother has been my biggest supporter through it all and now that my daughter has born my life, goals and focus has changed.
Date: 01:01pm
From: ISC(Sel) Frantz Exantus
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE, NIOC PENSACOLA, NAVCENT, SOUTHCOM
Comments: I'd like to thank all the chiefs that have mentored me to this point. It is truly an honor and I plan to pay it forward. Go Navy!
Date: 11:17am
From: MTC (SEL) Derek W. Schallenkamp
Duty Stations: USS GEORGIA (SSBN 729), SWFPAC, USS MICHIGAN (SSGN 727), SWFPAC, USS NEBRASKA (SSBN 739), USS MAINE (741)
Comments: Thanks to my family for always standing by my side. Special thanks to MTC Bergeron, MTCM (Retired) Wymer, MTCM Lietzel, MTC (Retired) Kelley, MTCM Black, MTCM (Retired) Clover, MTC Tomasetti, MTCS Miller, MTCS Martin.
Date: 11:01am
From: MMNC(SEL) Matthew Sholty
Duty Stations: USS Maine SSBN 741
Comments: Just a quick shout out to ALL the brothers who helped me along the way. HOO YA!
Date: 09:01am
From: YNC(Sel) Miguel A. Rivera
Duty Stations: CFAS (2002-2004) USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40) (2004-2006), HQ USCENTCOM (2006-2009), JTF 435 AFGHANISTAN (2009-2010), EODMU ELEVEN (2010-2013), CRG-1 (2013-PRESENT)
Comments: I would like to say Thank you to my mentors both past and present for showing me the way. To my Sailors, if it wasn't for their work I would not be here. To my family for their unconditional support and sacrifice.
Date: 08:51am
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Jorge Vega
Duty Stations: VF-213, HSL-42, USS CARTER HALL, DLA, NAS BAHRAIN, USS RAMAGE
Comments: I'd like to thank LSCM Arlanza, LSCS Endiape, LSC Brown (ret), LSC Nnadi, ETCS Speak (ret) for all your help, support and mentorship!I'd like to thank LSCM Arlanza, LSCS Endiape, LSC Brown (ret), LSC Nnadi, ETCS Speak (ret) for all your help, support and mentorship!
Date: 06:16am
From: ITC(sel) Shannon Jacobs
Duty Stations: VFA 103 | NCTS Bahrain | NIOC Norfolk | USS DWIGHT D EISENHOWER
Comments: I would like to thank God for all of his goodness and kindness. I would not be here if it wasn't for Him. Special shout out to my husband and family for being with me all the way. Last but definitely not least my mentors for guiding me to the road of success and Sailors for trusting me as their leader.
Date: 02:22am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Persida Iorga
Duty Stations: NOSC Norfolk, USS Princeton, USS Higgins, USS Rushmore
Comments: Thank you God! Thank you my entire Navy family!
Date: 02:03am
From: CSSC(SS)(SEL) HENRY FRAUSTO RODRIGUEZ
Duty Stations: USS SCRANTON 756
Comments: Thank you Chris Nailon for those times you have showed me the Force. Steave Depaul for showing me that you always still have to be smarter and no matter what family comes first. Michael Rodriguez for showing me how to lead even if its not my division.
Date: 12:26am
From: AZC(AW/SW)(Sel) Elya Ziarkowski
Duty Stations: FRCSW, VFA-41, NASSIG, HSC-21
Comments: Thank you to my mentors- you all have a very strong impact on my motivation, pride and especially knowledge. Thank you to my Sailors for puttin boot to ass when it mattered, listening to the guidance and training that I offered, you all helped me develop into a leader. I'm here because of all of you.
Date: 12:10am
From: ADC(Sel) John Bailey
Duty Stations: VFA-136, VFA-106 E/F DET, VFA-103, VFA-143, CFAF DET AIMD, USS CARL VINSON, FRCSW-
Comments: ADC(Sel) Bailey checking in, excited about finally joining the Goat Locker!
Date: 12:01am
From: ATC (AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Rachel Nichelson
Duty Stations: USS Essex LHD 2; FRCSW DET North Island
Comments: Congratulations to all here!! What an absolutely amazing feeling it is to actually be selected! I am so thankful for my wife, Kelli Nichelson for being incredibly patient and motivating. I am also thankful for my friends, peers, mentors, and Sailors who have never given up on me even when I gave them every frustrating reason to. Making a great leader is never an easy task, and they didn't give up on me... so I will not give up on the next.
Date: 11:56pm
From: AMC(Sel) Sean Sharpless
Duty Stations: NAS North Island
Comments: Good luck fellow Chief Selects!!! See you in the fleet! AMC(Sel) Sean Sharpless FRCSW North Island, CA
Date: 11:40pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) JASON TRAVIS DONALDSON
Duty Stations: USS STOCKDALE DDG-106
Comments: Big thanks to all the hard working sailors that made me who I am today! Could not have reached this milestone without you.
Date: 10:40pm
From: ITC(AW/NAC)(SEL) Steve Valderas
Duty Stations: NOSC San Antonio/Reserve Unit JICCENT 0470
Comments: First I want to thank my wife and my family for being supportive in this process. I want to thank my current Chief's and past Chief's that have trained me and mentored me to get to where I am today.
Date: 10:40pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Jonathan Lund
Duty Stations: 4th Law Enforcement Battalion
Comments: Of the very long list of Chiefs I have to thank I would like to highlight my mentors, Senior Chiefs Marchetti and Lilja, my current Chief, soon to be retired HMC(FMF) Mahal and my long time mentor and friend HMC Kimball.
Date: 10:04pm
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jesse D. Chandler
Duty Stations: NTTC LACKLAND, CVN-76, NAS SIGONELLA, CAMP LEMONIER, SWFPAC
Comments: Humbled! Thanks to all shipmates and mentors who put anchors in reach. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 10:02pm
From: HMC (sel) Alicia Ronquillo
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Guam
Comments: I would like to give a special heart felt thank you to my family for always being there to support me along with my mentors and everyone that helped get me to where I am today such as Irene Aguilar, Anthony Guzman, Ken Wilburn, Myla Presco, Joan Ortloff, Tootie Haskins and Nava Hospital Camp Pendleton Chiefs mess.
Date: 09:12pm
From: ADC (SEL) James Holley
Duty Stations: Frc Southwest
Comments: I want to thank all of my sailors and mentors who helped me achieve my selection.
Date: 08:30pm
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) Juanita Billingsley
Duty Stations: CNRMA RCC Norfolk
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs and my husband (also a Chief) for leading, guiding, and training me. I would not be where I am today without their guidance and support.
Date: 07:19pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Andy Powell
Duty Stations: VR-59/ VR-58 / VR-48 / VR-1
Comments: There were a host of folks along the way that helped me get here! But I want to Thank one in particular--my Wife Gloria, you have been there by my side the entire time...almost 19 years now! I couldn't have done this without you!
Date: 05:04pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Pablo Antonio RiveraRodriguez
Duty Stations: NR CNE-CNA-C6F HQ DET 130
Comments: A huge thanks to my wife for encouraging me and supporting me in the course of my Naval service. I'd also like to thank: HMC Beatriz Salinas, HMC Mark Bearis, HMC(Ret) Miguel Almonte, and HMCM(Ret) Eric Faulkner - all from my first permanent duty station, 1st Medical Battalion, 2006-2010, whose leadership have continued to guide me through all these years. HMC Jesse Reyes from NR OHSU San Diego (2013-2015). If it weren't for you I would have quit the Navy in 2013! You're an amazing Chief. HMCS Myrna Sadalge, LSCM Susan Brandenburg, YNC Jackie Walker, LNC Joanna Patterson, HMC Adria Smith, ENC John Dunham, LSC Barbra MacDonald, and YNC Heather Ritter from NR CNE-CNA-C6F HQ DET 130. Thank you for all your support and guidance through the last couple of years - especially as I go through the season. Finally, thank you OSCS Robert Davis, HMCS Thomas Ruffner, and the rest of the CRS-2 CPO Mess for welcoming me into your unit's CPO 365 season as well as for the the support and lessons I'll be learning over the course of the next few weeks.
Date: 01:18pm
From: MTC(SEL) Leon Crumpler
Duty Stations: USS ALASKA SSBN 732 BLUE
Comments: Long time coming!!!
Date: 10:46am
From: ISC (IW)(SEL) TERRY T. LAM
Duty Stations: NOSC ALAMEDA
Comments: Thank you for all the chiefs that have mentor me to this point. It is my honor and duty to GIVE BACK to the people come behind us.
Date: 07:47am
From: BMC(SW/AW) (sel) Joshua Vance
Duty Stations: USS NITZE, USS SAN JACINTO, PORT OPS DOCKMASTER, BEACH MASTER UNIT TWO
Comments: I love this site! Thank you everyone who helped me get here! I want to thank my wife Andrea and my son Greyson. You guys are amazing and thank you for all the support.
Date: 07:35am
From: LSC(Sel) (SW/AW/IW) Corey Waithe
Duty Stations: USS Austin(LPD4) VAW-124 ASD Norfolk USS Kearsarge (LHD3) COMNAVAIRLANT
Comments: Breathe in breathe out!
Date: 07:33am
From: MCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Joseph M. Buliavac
Duty Stations: USS San Diego (LPD 22); SUBLEARNCEN San Diego; NPASE West; USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76); Commander Navy Recruiting Command; VS-30
Comments: Thank you for the guidance and mentorship: PHC(ret) Chris Desmond, DMC(ret) Mike Buehl, PHC(ret) Andy Spears, DMCS(ret) Frank Ashe, AMEC(ret) Casey Avery, CMDCM Spike Call, MCCM Donnie Ryan, HMC Dave Fisher, STSCS(ret) Del Corson, MCCS(ret) Dean Lohmeyer, MCC Chris Blachly, USS San Diego CPO Mess
Date: 06:58am
From: AWSC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Aaron Gardner
Duty Stations: HT-8, HC-4, HSC-22, HSC-2, HSC-28
Comments: I would like to say thank you to my family, junior sailors that I have had the great privilege of working with, and all my mentors that have helped guide me to where I am now. A Navy Chief Select and soon to be a Navy Chief. Thank you ALL!
Date: 01:12am
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Renante Leodones Gabriel
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76
Comments: Thank you to my familia and all who have mentored me throughout the years. Especially the FRCMA Det Washington Chiefs Mess!! Thank you all and can't wait to learn some more!
Date: 11:49pm
From: RPC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Stoerrle
Duty Stations: NSSC Bangor, WA
Comments: Thanks to those who helped make me the sailor I am today. I will pass on this success to the next sailor.
Date: 11:32pm
From: CTRC (IW/SW) (SEL) Deseret Marie Suydam
Duty Stations: USS Monterey CG-61, NIOC Norfolk, USS Eisenhower CVN-69, USFF, NIOD Alice Spring, USS Gravely DDG-107, NIOC Maryland/CWG-6
Comments: Proud to serve my Navy and my Sailors every day.
Date: 11:20pm
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Jenna Uhrich
Duty Stations: 1ST MARDIV DET 29 PALMS, CA
Comments: I would like to say congratulations to all of the FY-18 Selectees! Thank you to my mentors, peers,my Sailors and my family for helping me to get to this point in my career. I wouldn't be where I am today with these amazing people. I couldn't have done this on my own. Thank you!
Date: 10:57pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) DANIEL GONZALEZ
Duty Stations: NAVAL HOSPITAL 29 PALMS
Comments: I would like to take the time to congratulate all FY-18 CPO Selectees. I would like to give a big thanks to all my mentors, sailors and family who helped me get to where I am today. None of this couldn't have been accomplished without any of you. HOOYAH!!
Date: 10:56pm
From: AEC(SEL) Alexander Charles Doughty
Duty Stations: VAW-115, NRD Atlanta, VP-10
Comments: I would like to thank the Liberty Bell Chiefs Mess, AFCM Nuccio, ATCS Enriquez, AEC Sinski, CWO2 Burt, AEC Martin, NCC Robinson and all of the Sailors that have worked for me in the past for helping get to where I am today.
Date: 10:47pm
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) John Tiger
Duty Stations: USS DENVER (LPD-9), USS BULKELEY (DDG-84), NCTS HAMPTON ROADS NORFOLK VA
Comments: Easy day.
Date: 10:13pm
From: CSC(SEL) Ferlissia Hunnicutt
Duty Stations: USS Curtis Wilbur, PSD Lemoore, USS Ronald Reagan, NMC Portsmouth, USS Ashland, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
Comments: I would just like to thank GOD, my family and friends for all of your support throughout my career, my leadership, mentors(old and new), and most importantly the Sailors for allowing me to lead you and be a part of the team. This would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of you all. For that I am truly grateful. V/R, CSC(SEL) Hunnicutt, Ferlissia
Date: 10:05pm
From: GSMC(SW/SS)(SEL) Abraham Jackson
Duty Stations: USS BARRY, NSSA, USS OSCAR AUSTIN, USS JACKSONVILLE
Comments: Very honored and proud to have been selected. Many thanks goes out to so many people who have guided me on the path to this amazing point.
Date: 09:02pm
From: ASC(AW/SW/IW)(SEL) Alberto Ceja Jr
Duty Stations: FRCMA Oceana, USS Wasp, FRCMA Norfolk, USS George H W Bush, PCU George H W Bush, USS Harry S Truman, USS Abraham Lincoln, AIMD Whidbey Island
Comments: Thank you to everyone who had a positive and/or negative impact in my career. You learn from the good and the bad. To all my mentors, a HUGE Thank You. To my wife, Jenifer and my boys, Alberto, Anthony, and Brandon; This is also your accomplishment. The road has not been an easy one and look forward to be the Chief to all my Sailors.
Date: 07:16pm
From: BMC(Sel) Linden Buchanan
Duty Stations: LSC(Sea Frame)
Comments: I would like to thank every Chief who has helped me and currently getting me through the process. And especially my junior Sailors that got me selected for Chief.
Date: 06:55pm
From: HMC(SEL) Kristin Ferri
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Jacksonville
Comments: I would like to thank my leaders that guided and mentored me to become the leader I have become. I would like to thank my Junior Sailors who let me lead them, their success is what made my success. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 04:09pm
From: AWRC(Sel) Cyllas Ross
Duty Stations: VF-2, NLMOD Key West, HSL-46, HSM-40, HSM-46
Comments: I would like to thank all of the my family, Chiefs and Sailors for helping, mentoring, training and keeping me safe through all these year. I will continue to help you grow as you continue to help me grow. V/r AWRC(Sel) Cyllas N. Ross
Date: 04:06pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jonathan Underberg
Duty Stations: COMNAVSURFLANT
Comments: I would Like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs along with my Sailors who have helped me to get to this point in my career.
Date: 01:42pm
From: PSC(FMF)(SEL) Ismael Zendejas
Duty Stations: NRA Buffalo, NSW OST ONE, PSD Naples, NOSC Charleston, 7th MARREG, and NOSC Harlingen
Comments: My deepest gratitude to all my mentors, friends and family. This accomplishment could have never happened without the support. Thank you. V/r PSC(FMF)(SEL) Zendejas
Date: 12:59pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Pat Fowler
Duty Stations: CHSMWL
Comments: Thanks for all of the leadership and guidance.
Date: 12:20pm
From: MNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Mike Trnka
Duty Stations: LCS MCM DET 21
Comments: I could not have reached where I am today without the guidance of a lot of great leaders that I've worked with. (too many to list) I also believe the other half of that is the support of a great group of Sailors that I've had the privilege to lead.
Date: 12:17pm
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Jayleen Joy Patton
Duty Stations: NOSC Detroit-CNE-C6F MPP413
Comments: I would like to thank all my mentors for helping me when times were hard, my family for always supporting me and my sailors who have always given me their best. I am grateful and excited to have been selected, finally!!! This has been my #1 Navy goal for over 10 years now and I can't wait for the adventure to begin.
Date: 11:19am
From: HMC(NAC/FMF/PJ)(SEL) Eric Sinnott
Duty Stations: 3rd Force Reconnaissance
Comments: Just want to extend a very gracious thank you to all the Chiefs who I have had the privilege of serving with and learning from over the last 13 years.
Date: 11:13am
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL) William S Dawson
Duty Stations: USS Porter (current) previously ATRC Dahlgren, and USS Princeton.
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has mentored me along my journey.
Date: 10:55am
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Paul Divers
Duty Stations: ATGWP DET Sasebo
Comments: Thank you to every Chief that has every influenced me whether good or bad; through late watches and long deployments. Especially want to thank some of the Chiefs in particular that guided me, helped me and showed me what being a Chief meant everyday throughout the last 8 years: DCCS Rodney Duran, DCC Jeff Foster (ret), DCC Senior Lewis (ret.), and DCC Kevin Clark.
Date: 09:48am
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Ronald Delagarza Ronald De La Garza
Duty Stations: NATTC NAS Pensacola, HSL -37 Easyriders, HSM-41, HSL1-47
Comments: It's s great honor to be selected and soon to be a part of mess.
Date: 08:26am
From: EMC(SW) (SEL) Jason Hessell
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE, SWOSU GREAT LAKES, USS TYPHOON, USS FRANK CABLE
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs that have mentored me throughout my career so far. Especially BMCS Mark House, I definitely would not be the person I am today if it was not for his guidance and leadership.
Date: 05:42am
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Christopher A. Brown
Duty Stations: Yokosuka, Japan
Comments: I would like to thank YNC Michael Murry, YNC Aneesha McDowell and YNC Cynthia Turner for helping me become the Yeoman that I am today. I would like to thank ADCS Thomas Glasl for helping guide me and see me grow over the years.
Date: 02:07am
From: ABEC(SEL) Harry Eugene Meyer III
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis
Comments: Thanks to all the former Chiefs who have paved the way and ones who have helped me achieve this great accomplishment, most importantly thanks to my family for sticking with me throughout my Naval Career!
Date: 01:40am
From: HTC(SEL) John Harlan
Duty Stations: USS Mobile Bay, Intermediate Maintenace Facility Bangor, USS Nimitz
Comments: Just want to say thank you to all the Chiefs in my career for their mentor ship and guidance and also to all my Sailors for the hard work that they accomplish day in and day out and doing the right thing even when no one is looking. So happy to be selected to become a Chief and will strive hard everyday to prove that the board was right on their decision. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:04am
From: LSC (sel) Loren Winters
Duty Stations: VAW-120; USS OAK HILL (LSD 51); DEVGRU; FLCJ DET SERMC
Comments: LSCS Quinn Kelly, and CMDCM O'C, you are the two mentors of my career that I have always wanted to emulate, I want to thank you two for giving me the tools to be a leader. With out your tutelage I would never have been able to lead my Jr. Sailors, with out them I would not be sitting here enjoying the season as I am! Thank you two, I hold a special place in my heart for the both of you.
Date: 12:39am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Erik Paul Wegmann
Duty Stations: CRS-1 Delta Company
Comments: I want to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that I have met, worked for, and worked with throughout my career. Starting as a brand new E1 to today, it was their guidance and wisdom that helped shape me into the Sailor I am. Thank you again to everyone in the Mess.
Date: 12:38am
From: MAC (SW/EXW/AW) (SEL) Michael H. Towers
Duty Stations: NAES Lakehurst, NJ, USS NIMITZ (CVN-68), NAVBASE SD, SWFPAC/MCSFBN
Comments: There is a long list of thanks for the mentorship and training I received from the Chief's around the globe. Thanks Chief mess for the support and guidance when times were rough due to the situations life presented. Hooyahh!!
Date: 11:15pm
From: HMC(EXW/FMF)(SEL) Benjamin James Graves
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Rota, Spain
Comments: Genuine Chiefs, One of the best days of my Naval career came when I was told I had been selected for Chief. I know it won't be an easy road to travel up until September 15th and even more so afterwards but I'm looking forward to it. I am fearful of being a Chief. Not because of the title or what it entails but fearful of letting those I'll be in charge of down. I won't let that happen. I look forward to proving myself and being accepted into the Mess and making it stronger. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 10:35pm
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) Tia Marko
Duty Stations: NCHB-8
Comments: I want to thank all of my peers and Shipmates that helped me get to this greatest achievement in my career. Without you, I wouldn't be who I am today. Also, to all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs, THANK YOU. Thank you for your guidance and wisdom, your mentorship and advice. My learning will never stop. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:59pm
From: STGC(SW)(sel) Geoffrey Walton
Duty Stations: USS PAUL HAMILTON (DDG-60)
Comments: Truly humble and grateful for everyone who looked out for a knuckle head like me.
Date: 08:27pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) STEPHAN JOHN PIPER
Duty Stations: USS PONCE LPD 15 / USS BLUE RIDGE LCC 19
Comments: Greetings from Japan, I would like to thank all Genuine Chiefs that have mentored me throughout my Naval Career. I would also like to thank all of the junior Sailors that have worked for me to accomplish this major milestone. This would not have been possible without such awesome support from both up and down the Chain of Command. It is an honor to be selected. Thank You. Very Respectfully, MMC(SEL) Piper
Date: 08:24pm
From: ISC(Sel) (EXW/IW) Lindsey Dumond
Duty Stations: NOSC Kitsap
Comments: Thank you to my mentors, most of whom are Chiefs. You know who you are, and I appreciate all of your guidance and help. I would not be here today if it were not for you.
Date: 03:30pm
From: SWC (sel) Joshua Scaturo
Duty Stations: NCBC GULFPORT
Comments: I am so happy to be on my way, and want to thank all for the support and guidance to get here.
Date: 02:06pm
From: LSC(AW)(sel) Joshua Alfing
Duty Stations: NOSC Greensboro
Comments: Thank you to everyone that has supported and mentored me along the way. Special Thanks. AMEC(AW) Neal AMEC(AW) Ali AMEC(AW) Flisrand AMEC(AW) Jaehnig HTC Hatfield BMCS(SS/EXP) Waldron BMCS(SS) Parker CTTC(IW/NAO/SW) Juhl YNC Hamilton
Date: 10:57am
From: MAC(SEL) PATRICK GARRETT
Duty Stations: NCBC GULFPORT
Comments: Thanks to all the Chiefs who helped me out!
Date: 10:26am
From: ISC(sel) Michael Cruz
Duty Stations: NSWG-1
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors, sailors, and family. Without them, none of this would be possible. I am presented with new challenges every day. Without my mentors, sailors, and family, I would not be able to become a better leader, sailor, and person.
Date: 10:05am
From: GSMC(Sel) Nicholas Startzman
Duty Stations: TSC Great Lakes
Comments: I would like to that Master Chief Magnetta, FCC Lonick, CTCS Folk, EMC Evans and all other CPO's that helped me reach this milestone. Thank you.
Date: 09:19am
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) JOSHUA DORSEY
Duty Stations: USS KAUFFMAN FFG 59, NRD PHILADELPHIA, USNS PECOS TAO 197, USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH CVN 77, NRD PHILADELPHIA, USS NEW YORK LPD 21
Comments: HOOAY CPO MESS!!! Thanks to God for this momentous honor. I also want to thank my mother Deborah Jean Dorsey for trusting me with the decision to join. Now from each command, a special thanks to: OSCS (SW) Demetrious Perry OSC (RET) Marco Watson OSC (RET) Clarence Fontenot NCC (RET) John Smith NCC (SEL) Julio Munoz OS2 Nicholas Crawford OSC (SW/AW) Nathaniel Ransberger OSC (SW/AW) Herbert Moore OS1 (SW/AW) Joel Aggreysmith NCCS (SW) Quency Packer NCC (SW) Joshua Johnson SW1 Louis (Ricky) Dobson
Date: 09:18am
From: LSC(SW)(SEL) Alisha Marie Groff
Duty Stations: Current: TSC Great Lakes; Past: FISC Diego Garcia, USS Frank Cable (AS-40), FLC Rome, Italy, and USS Vella Gulf (CG-72)
Comments: Greetings all, First, I would like to take this time to congratulate all the selectees. Secondly, I want to thank all of the CMC's, Master Chief's, Senior Chief's and Chiefs who took their time to mentor, guide, and teach me. I would not be who I am today without their leadership. I am looking forward to passing on the knowledge.
Date: 09:09am
From: CSC (SEL) Shamika Lee
Duty Stations: TSC
Comments: On week two and I just wanted to stop by and Congratulate everyone! I hope all is going well with everyone and staying motivated. I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for my awesome mentors and leadership that invested in me.
Date: 08:37am
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Jason Maris
Duty Stations: Marine Aircraft Group 26
Comments: I would like to thank the following personnel for getting me to where I am today: CMDCM Jody Fletcher HMCS Jim Smith HMCS Josh Hazelwood HMCS Chad Pellegrin HMC Melissa Gomez HMC Dante Cabello HMC Wayne A. Nettles HMC Tim Gorman HMC Jason Legare HMC Jessi Hicks
Date: 03:18am
From: LSC(sel) LaTonia Coverson
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain, NOSC Atlanta
Comments: All glory to God first. Secondly, I want to thank all the Chiefs that guided and motivated me up to this point. I would like to give a special thank you to CMDCM Demetrius Echols. All the mentoring and training has led up to this. Thank you. Congratulations everyone.
Date: 12:51am
From: AMC(AW/SW) (SEL) Robert B. Chie
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN, FRCMA DET Norfolk, CFAF AIMD Bahrain, FRCMA Oceana, VRC-40, VAW-120
Comments: I would like to thank all my Genuine Chiefs that have mentored me throughout my Navy Career. I would also like to thank all of the junior Sailors that have worked for me to get me to reach this milestone. It is an honor to be selected.
Date: 12:32am
From: GSMC(Sel) Nicholas Startzman
Duty Stations: TSC Great Lakes
Comments: I would like to that Master Chief Magnetta, FCC Lonick, CTCS Folk, EMC Evans and all other CPO's that helped me reach this milestone. Thank you.
Date: 12:10am
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Michael Anthony Lopez
Duty Stations: First Naval Construction Regiment; CBMU-303; NMCB-22; NCFSU-2, NBVC Port Hueneme
Comments: To all my present and former Chief Petty Officers: thank you for providing me with the skills and knowledge to lead my troops and to make me better than I ever thought I could be. It is with great honor and respect that I will be following in the footsteps of my father-in-law, Retired BMCM Dale Ellis Johnston. This has been an 11 year journey for me because the day I signed up and dedicate my life to serve our country, I always wondered if and when I would be privileged to carry on the tradition and be able to wear the anchors of a Chief Petty Officer. That dream and honor has finally come true. This is the most proudest moment and definitely the highest accomplishment in my Navy career. GO NAVY! NAVY CHIEFS...NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:48pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Robert Roy Irvin
Duty Stations: USS STETHEM (DDG-63), TSC GREAT LAKES
Comments: I Would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who instilled a since of pride, professionalism and integrity into my everyday life. Their calibration and mentorship is directly reflected by my selection. I look forward to taking what I have learned and passing it on to the next generation, just as those before me have done.
Date: 10:26pm
From: HTC(sel)(sw) Thomas Satterfield
Duty Stations: USS Jason Dunham DDG-109 and NRD Jax
Comments: I just want to say thank you to all of the Junior Sailors i have worked with through out my career I wouldn't be here now if it wasnt for you guys. Also to all the Chiefs that pushed me and motivated me along the way to be the best leader i could be thanks to everyone. Also thanks to my wife April for your support throughout my career and letting me follow my dreams.
Date: 10:20pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Nancy Harrold
Duty Stations: TSC Great Lakes, IL; USS Bainbridge(DDG-96)
Comments: I'd just like to take this time to thank everyone who has helped me throughout my career. This is a great experience so far, and I'm really learning so much. The wealth of knowledge to be given is so great, we just have to get out there and reach for it!
Date: 09:58pm
From: LSC (AW)(SEL) Jim Bossier
Duty Stations: NCHB-13, VR-54, 20th SRG (Aug), NSA Bahrain (DET F), SIMA Pascagoula
Comments: My journey to CPO (Select) was very long and, at times, very frustrating. However, I would have never been able to achieve this goal without a myriad of CPOs, who mentored, encouraged, and pushed me to limits that I never thought possible. A special thanks goes out to the Chief's Mess at VR-54 who lit the fire under my behind and placed their trust and confidence in me. I would especially like to thank YNCM Harlin, ADCM Bonvillain, LSCS McGinnis, and LSC Houeye. I would also like to extend a very special "thank you" to the late EWCS Sheppard. His straightforward, unorthodox, style is what I tried to emulate during my 21 year Navy Reserve career. His words "Don't ever give up, and never accept 'no' for an answer" have now served me very well. God bless you, Steve Sheppard.
Date: 09:24pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Justin Travis
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron 10 (CRS-10)
Comments: To my wife Kelly: thank you for all that you have sacrificed with this navy life. During this Season you have given me so much inspiration to continue on. You are my rock, my foundation, and the one I can look to for any and all answers. I love you, thank you for being there for me. I'd like to thank my unofficial mentors BMCS(EXW/SW) Derrick Cox. You have been the pinnacle of what "Chief" means to me. Your drive is like none that I have seen, thank you for all you have done. FCCM(SW) Michael Benavidez, you initially set the bar high for me to follow. I believe you saw a lot of potential in me and pushed me to excel. GMCS(SW/CM) Vincent Rost, as a Gunner's Mate you have accomplished so many different facets in the navy that were outside of the GM wheel house. I have learned from the best! Thank you Senior Chief! Derrick, Mike, Vince... I'd go to battle with you any day! Hooyah brothers!
Date: 08:57pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Deonte Matthews
Duty Stations: USS NIcholas, SWRMC, COMLCSRON1
Comments: Thank you to all the people that worked for me and the leadership that has been in front of me to help me get to this point. God Bless
Date: 08:41pm
From: STSC(SEL) Aaron Schwartz
Duty Stations: Naval Submarine School, USS Toledo SSN-785, Naval Submarine Support Center Groton, Submarine Surveillance Equipment Program Atlantic, USS John Warner SSN-785
Comments: I huge thank you goes out to all of the men and women I have served with. I would never have gotten to the point I am at without the amazing sailors in the divisions and commands that I have been part of. I can still remember the days as an STS2 being so angry and disgruntled. It is an incredible feeling to be selected to Chief, a spot I never actually thought I would get to. For the mentors of my life, a huge thank you to in order FTC(SS) Parch, STSCS(SS) George Torkleson, STSC(SS) Dave Roby, STSC(SS) Pat McLean, STSC(SS) Eric Chrans, FTC Brett Mahon, STSCS(SS) Thomas Stone, STSCS(SS) Charles Thomas, ETVCS(SS) Mark Eichenlaub, MMAC(SS) Braun, STSCS(SS) Billy Singletary, and all of my amazing COBS: COB FUSCO, COB Jones, COB Hatch, COB Venessee, COB Hoots. You have all made me a better sailor and I hope that I can pay it forward to the next generations of Sailors.
Date: 08:06pm
From: CTNC(Sel)(IW) Scott Nelson
Duty Stations: Drill out of NOSC Minneapolis
Comments: Many Chiefs out there, including one from 2003 that I've been back in touch with. And my wife, who is not a Navy Wife as I have never been active since we've been married - But she is the most supportive wife one could ever as for.
Date: 08:00pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW/IW)(SEL) Christopher Willbanks
Duty Stations: USS Wasp, SIMA/SWRMC, MCD/MCT-1, NSWU 10, SBT Twelve
Comments: First I'd like to thank my family for all of the support throughout my career. I could not have done any of this without them. Another special thanks goes out to all the mentors and junior Sailors that I have had the privilege to work with and have lead over the years. Finally to the mess thank you for your support and guidance.
Date: 06:58pm
From: ITC(SEL) Malcolm J. Suggs
Duty Stations: USS STOUT (DDG 55); CID LS Dam Neck; NCTS Bahrain; NSWG-1 Mobile Communications Team
Comments: Class 124. Navy Chief. Navy Pride.
Date: 05:15pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/SCW) (SEL) LAKUINTA SHATAY MAY
Duty Stations: CBMU 202 DET Jacksonville
Comments: Thank you to all those that provided support and guidance along the way. ESPECIALLY the encouragement when everything else was going the opposite way. It is truly appreciated and will have a lasting impact. Thank you!
Date: 05:06pm
From: GSEC(sel) Joshua Cochran
Duty Stations: USS Carney
Comments: Hooyah Snipes!! Congrats to all FY-18 Selectee's class 124 brining it.
Date: 01:15pm
From: ENC(Sel) Luis Alberto Espinoza
Duty Stations: USS Pearl Harbor LSD 52, NSA Bahrain, CSCS DET West, SUW DET 2, USS CORONADO (GOLD)
Comments: Thank you to all of the peeps that push me and push to not give up and stay focus on the goal that we all dream of reaching. I would not be here if my junior sailors didn't give me the chance to lead and gave me that chance to prove myself as an LPO. Now I am preparing myself to become an outstanding Chief and hope that they are open minded like I'm going to be.
Date: 12:03pm
From: LSC(Sel) Eric Relyea
Duty Stations: NOSC PHX
Comments: Chief Petty Officer are Tried, Tested and Trusted each and every day of the military careers, to be part of this, is something that I have always wanted and strived for. I am humbled and without question, honored. I hope I can live up to the Chief Petty Officer Creed.
Date: 11:01am
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Mike Barron
Duty Stations: MSRON-14, , NSA BAHRAIN, CORIVRON-10
Comments: Honorable Chiefs, I would like to thank the Genuines that have been there to help me steer my career in the direction that has gotten me to this point. Without their guidance, determination, and leadership I would not be the person I am today. Now I owe it them, to continue their legacy to my junior sailors.
Date: 10:46am
From: LSC(sel) Gustavo RoldanCastillo
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLCSI DET ROTA
Comments: I would like to thank LSC Christopher Webber for his honest and blunt assistance. LSCM Edwin Calma for his kind words of wisdom and knowledge imparted to me back in the day. LSC Kodi Blaylock for his not so subtle answers, that ring true. LSC Alfred Rios for his assistance, and patience with a good ear! LSC Dan Miller for his picky nature that helps me keep an eye out for the small stuff. But I would not be here without my fellow Sailors and Junior Sailors, LS1 Lydia Thomas, LS1 Philip Mingarelli, LSSN Ianjo Nebres, Sgt Cooley, and so many that helped me become a better leader.
Date: 08:06am
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Ronell Day
Duty Stations: CVN73, VX-23, CVN75
Comments: Greetings Most Honorable Chief's, First, I would like to give all glory to God because without him I am nothing. Second, I would like to thank my beautiful wife and kids for their support and love. In addition, I would like to thank all the Chief's who never gave up on me, and the ones who mentored me. I appreciate all of you and I am looking forward to joining the Mess.
Date: 07:52am
From: MMC (SW) (SEL) Jeffrey A Towry
Duty Stations: USS GUNSTON HALL LSD-44
Comments: I'd like to thank my family for all of there support throughout the years that I have been in the Navy. Without them I wouldn't be here. Thank you to all the junior Sailors I have had worked with or have lead. Thank you for your continued support.
Date: 05:02am
From: MCC(SEL) Joshua Bryce Bruns
Duty Stations: Expeditionary Combat Camera
Comments: Most honorable Navy Chiefs, I thank all of you for your service in the mess, and your dedication to your Sailors. I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for the mentorship and guidance of a great many Chiefs and look forward to following in the steps of those who came before me in helping those who follow behind. I would especially like to thank Command Senior Chief Dave Collins on the USS Gladiator for developing me into the Sailor I am today. I'm honored to be taking these last trials and tribulations to becoming a Chief and look forward to meeting as many of you over the years as I can and continuing to learn from and contribute to the mess. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 04:04am
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) John F. Singleton Jr.
Duty Stations: ATGMIDPAC, USS LAKE ERIE (CG-70), COMPACFLT, VFA-22, VFA-122
Comments: I'd like to thank my wife Jammie and my boys Jayden, Josiah & Jamison for their love and support. Without them I would be here. For all the Chiefs that have impacted my life thank you for everything. Also for all the junior Sailors I have had worked with or have lead. Thank you for trusting in me.
Date: 03:45am
From: SWC(SCW/FMF)(sel) Jessica Stager
Duty Stations: NMCB 4, 31stSRG, NMCB 18, NOSC Springfield, NCHB 5
Comments: It is an honor to be a Selectee. I have had some amazing years, learning and growing from leading junior sailors, working hard next to peers, and looking up to the greatest Leadership. My son is my motivation and my whole world and I am better person after becoming his mom. I am thankful for the support from my family who has always supported me.
Date: 03:33am
From: MAC (SEL) Marqurrell Harris
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank all my mentors and junior Sailors for helping me reach this milestone. I will do my best to make you all proud. V/R MAC (SEL) Harris, Marqurrell
Date: 11:54pm
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Randy Thornton
Duty Stations: NORAD & USNORTHCOM
Comments: It is an honor to have been selected. If you need any support please feel free to reach out to me!
Date: 10:57pm
From: ASC(AW/SW) (SEL) Kevin Vergara
Duty Stations: USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67); AIMD SIGONELLA, ITALY; USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH (CVN-77); NATTC PENSACOLA, FL
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all of my shipmates that helped get me here today. To all of the Leadership that guided me throughout the years, I cannot thank you enough for the mentoring you have provided.
Date: 09:50pm
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Denise Contreras
Duty Stations: Carrier Strike Group Four
Comments: I'd like to thank my family and mentors for always pushing me to keep going even when I thought I had enough. I'd like to thank my junior Sailors who have served with me because it was your accomplishments that got me here. (MACM Bowman Ret., MACS Scott, MACS Hopes, MAC Mcgonigal and MAC Wright Ret.)
Date: 09:43pm
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Joshua Brian Pannell
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), NRD St. Louis/NRS Manhattan, KS, USS New York (LPD 21)
Comments: There are many people to be thanked; some ranked higher, some lower, and some peers. Of note, my father is the man I strive to be like. He's the model chief without knowing.
Date: 09:28pm
From: ISC (IW/EXW) (SEL) Chad Briggs
Duty Stations: SRT-2, SRT-1, Kilo Btry 3/10
Comments: I would like to thank all of the great Chiefs for their mentorship, guidance, and opportunities that has enabled me to grow as a Sailor and Leader.
Date: 08:29pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Conley
Duty Stations: USS MITSCHER, CNE-CNA-C6F, USS RAMAGE
Comments: I WANT TO DEEPLY THANK ALL MY PREVIOUS AND CURRENT CHIEFS WHO HAVE BEEN THERE FOR ME WHEN I NEEDED IT THE MOST AND MOLDED ME INTO WHERE I AM TODAY. I ALSO WANT TO THANK MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS FOR THEIR FULL SUPPORT NO MATTER WHAT AND THE JUNIOR GUYS THAT ENCOURAGED ME TO BE THE BEST LEADER I CAN BE.
Date: 08:13pm
From: GSEC (sel) (SW) Walter Whitesides
Duty Stations: USS KIDD DDG 100
Comments: Thanks to all past and present Chiefs who got me were I am today. Hard work and dedication , the love for our Navy keeps us moving. V/R GSEC (sel) (SW) Whitesides, Walter
Date: 07:17pm
From: BMC(SW) (SEL) Brandon Sledge
Duty Stations: USS Carney DDG-64, USS Nassau LHA-4, USNA, USS Arlington LPD-24
Comments: I really have to thank my family, mentors and Shipmates from all of my commands that taught me how to become a better leader. This is a very humbling highlight of my career and all I can do is praise the Lord for keeping me healthy enough to achieve this major pinnacle of my career.
Date: 06:59pm
From: MAC (SW) (SEL) Carlton Gaillard
Duty Stations: USS Reuben James FFG 57 / NSA Hawaii / NMCSD / USN MERCY / Diego Garcia / USS MITSCHER DDG 57
Comments: I would like to thank God 1st, family and friends for the guidance and love I've received throughout my career. Gooooooo Navy! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 06:57pm
From: ITC(sel) Robert A. Kuschel
Duty Stations: Naval Operational Support Center Cincinnati
Comments: I would like to thank God first and foremost, my family, and my shipmates; from those that led and developed me to those that I led and developed who helped set me up for success. Thank you, I am both humbled and grateful.
Date: 06:53pm
From: ETC(SW/EXW/IW)(Sel) Charles Lundin
Duty Stations: EODMU ELEVEN, NCTAMS PAC, LCS CREW 208
Comments: I would like to thank those who mentored me to lead and the junior Sailors I have worked for. I still have much to learn but hope to be able to live up to the high standard that has been set before me.
Date: 06:34pm
From: ITSC(SS/IW)(SEL) DARREL WILLIAMS
Duty Stations: USS JACKSONVILLE, CID SD, USS ALEXANDRIA
Comments: I couldn't have done it with out my wife and everyone i have served with and for.
Date: 06:05pm
From: EMNC(SEL) Brandon G Klock
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman, NPTU Charleston, USS Carl Vinson
Comments: thank you for all those who have helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 05:25pm
From: ADC(SEL) Eric Bobadilla
Duty Stations: NAF Atsugi, Offutt AFB, Tinker AFB, NAS Pensacola
Comments: Being selected is a humbling experience and I am so proud to be here. I would like to thank all the Sailors I've worked with because they have all taught me something valuable. Without their dedication to the mission, our goal of remaining the fiercest fighting force the world has ever seen would not be possible. I would like to thank all the CHIEFS who mentored me along the way and taught me to work hard, have integrity, and always take care of your Sailors. Special thanks to ADCS Jimmy Andrews, ADCS Brandon Viana, ATCS(Ret.) Kirk Trahan, MMCPO Geoffrey Brummage for taking the time to mold me into a TOP-NOTCH Sailor!! There are so many others. THANK YOU all! V/r, ADC(Sel) Eric B. Bobadilla
Date: 04:50pm
From: LSC(Sel) Camilo I. Silva
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ (CVN 68)
Comments: I could not have made it this far without the love and support of my beautiful wife, Jessica, and my two little ones, Ayden and Braelynn. My Sailors throughout these couple of years were a piece of a puzzle in my success and I vow to invest more time to them, to develop the future of the Navy.
Date: 04:38pm
From: YNC(SEL)(AW) CHRISTON TILLMAN
Duty Stations: HSM-77, FLEET ACTIVITIES OKINAWA, NAVY RECRUITING DISTRICT MIAMI
Comments: I would like to thank all my family, friends and Shipmates for all the support, leadership, mentorship and friendship. I am truly humbled for this opportunity that God has provided for me. V/r, YNC(SW)(SEL) CHRISTON E. TILLMAN
Date: 04:31pm
From: BUC (SEL) Mathew Speece
Duty Stations: Gulfport, MS
Comments: I just want to publicly thank all of my mentors and the leaders that have always believed in me and pushed me so hard especially my family. I am who I am today because of you all.
Date: 04:29pm
From: ABEC (SEL) (AW/SW/IW) MATTHEW OTESILE
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER
Comments: I would like to give thanks to Almighty God for the grace and mercy because without his blessing nothing is possible. I would also like to say thank you to all my Sailors that ever work with me and for me, without you all I would not be here. Thank you for the good time and bad time. I will never forget, and I promise to continue taking care of Sailors. Lastly, much love to my families for all the supports.
Date: 04:15pm
From: BMC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Brian Allen Nichols
Duty Stations: USS Sacramento (AOE-1), USS John Paul Jones (DDG-53), PHNSY & IMF, USS Jarrett (FFG-33), USS Zumwalt (DDG-1000)
Comments: Thank you to every Chief on this forum who supported me in my career and got me to this point, it's because of your guidance, mentorship that I'm able to be a part of the most elite group of professionals in the world!
Date: 03:53pm
From: ABEC (AW/SW)(SEL) Tyler Mungle
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman, NAS Oceana, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I would like to thank all of junior Sailors who have worked for me and the great Chiefs that that put me into leadership roles.
Date: 03:14pm
From: LSC(Sel) Tabitha Ramirez
Duty Stations: COMNAVAIRLANT, USS BARRY, USS NEW YORK, ACB II, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER
Comments: To all those who told me not to quit...thank you. To all those who said I would never make it, thank you to you too. I am HONORED to have been selected and hope to carry on the pride and tradition of those before me.
Date: 02:53pm
From: AZC(AW/SW)(SEL) Megan DiGregorio
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, NTTC MERIDIAN, HSL-48, VP-26, HSC-25, VS-24
Comments: I'd like to thank my family and mentors for their support and guidance and my junior Sailors for trusting in me to lead them and teaching me more about myself.
Date: 01:46pm
From: NCC(AW/SW) (SEL) Sloan Samantha Sloan
Duty Stations: CNIFR(Fort Worth)
Comments: I want to thank all my past and present leaders for getting me to this point. Whether you taught me how to be or how not to be you still taught me something and helped me grow. I couldn't have gotten this far with out having their support. During this time I want to thank my family for holding it down while I am gone and staying positive.
Date: 01:30pm
From: AMC (SEL) Nicholas S. LaRocque
Duty Stations: VP-26 Brunswick ME 02-07, CPRW-2 Kaneohe HI 07-10, VPU-2 Kaneohe HI 10-14, VQ-3 OKC OK 14-Present
Comments: Most humbly glad to be here amongst such great SAILORS. I've had a lot of great Chiefs help me to get me to this point, and a lot of great SAILORS work for me that made it possible to get here too. Very Respectfully Nic LaRocque AMC(SEL)
Date: 01:23pm
From: EMC(SW/AW/IW)(Sel) Jose Camachomartinez
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, MARMAC, USS ENTERPRISE, NHC HI, USS SALVOR
Comments: I want to thank GOD Almighty for his goodness and for his mercy. I thank my wife Jessica, and my two wonderful daughters; my mother, my in-laws, and my friends. There has been no doubt many that have influenced and encouraged me throughout my career, I can only name a few, but to all - thank you. Thank you: EMC Joshua Callipare, MMCS Nalini Martin, BMCS(Ret) Stout, CWO(Sel) Maurice Castell, LSC(Ret) Michael White, and CWO(Ret) Harold McLean. You looked out for me and I pray God bless you. I know I'm forgetting many, but thank you.
Date: 11:51am
From: ABEC (SEL) Victor Paulino
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman
Comments: Greatful to have had great leadership that molded me to get me here
Date: 11:46am
From: CSC (sel) (SW/AW) Melvin Williams Jr.
Duty Stations: USS George Washington, NAS Oceana, USS John S. McCain, USS Bulkeley, NCBC Gulfport
Comments: I'm so greatful for all the leader that I came up under that place me in leadership roles early in my career. And I greatful for eveyone that I've ever worked with that supported me and helped make me the person that I am today.I wish my father was here to see this mile stone. I want to give a special thanks to a couple of people. CWO5 Webb CWO3 Bryant CSCM Anderson CSCS Moore CSCS Twigg CSC Thomas CSC Craig CSC Brobbey CS1 Robinson CS1 Faulks
Date: 11:23am
From: AWRC (NAC/AW) (Sel) Adam Wuest
Duty Stations: HSM-41, HSM-77, HSL-41, HSL-51, USS Carter Halll (LSD-50)
Comments: I would like to thank God for his protection and my family for their support. I'm very grateful for the guidance and support from all Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs and Sailors I've the pleasure of working with. A special shout out to: AWRCS Loiselle David, AWRCM Crossan David, AWRCS Milligan Sean, AWRCM (Ret) Richard Quallio, AWRC Kevin Freenor, BMCS Martinez Gabriel, NCC Torra Eric, ADCS Benitez Jose, LT Castro Javier, AECS Morant Tobby.
Date: 11:13am
From: ATC(SEL) Robert Christian Zimmer III
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower(CVN 69), NAF Atsugi, USS Harry S Truman (CVN 75), MALS-24
Comments: Thank you Will Rexroth, Jack Morgan, Takashi Sakai, Gustavo Torres, Eric Kunetka, and Luke Akright and many more for always pointing me in the right direction. A special thanks for all those Sailors who put in the long hours with me. Thank you shipmates.
Date: 11:01am
From: NCC(sel) Diedre A. McFarlane
Duty Stations: CVN 69 Eisenhower
Comments: I would like to thank all the junior Sailors who supported and worked for me. Thank you for allowing the privilege of leading you, guiding you and learning from you. I also would like to thank all of my mentors who never gave up on me and ensured that I never gave up on myself. As my CPO you inspired me to want to join your rank and mess and continue to help Sailors. I want to thank my family and close friends for their love and support. Lastly, I want to thank God for blessing me with this wonderful privilege.
Date: 11:01am
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Joshua Carrell
Duty Stations: USS San Antonio LPD-17,NAVSTA Norfolk Port operations
Comments: Thanks to all who have helped me through the years, I have had amazing mentors and Chief Petty Officers to lead me and wouldn't be where I am without them.
Date: 10:43am
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Karyl Hill
Duty Stations: 1st Medical Battalion
Comments: No comment.
Date: 10:24am
From: AWSC(Sel) (NAC/AW) Ricardo Ferrer
Duty Stations: HSC-85, HSC-3, HSL-51, HSL-41
Comments: I've had a lot of great mentors throughout my career that I'm extremely thankful for, but above all, I am thankful for for wife and kids who have supported me throughout my career. I owe all of my accomplishments to them.
Date: 09:38am
From: HMC(SEL)(SW/FMF/AW) Billy L Fuson Jr
Duty Stations: USS BARRY (DDG 52)
Comments: I am grateful to the many leaders that allowed me the opportunity to lead Sailors and never let me back down from a challenging situation. If it was not for their confidence in me I would not be here today.
Date: 08:25am
From: ETC(Sel) (SW/AW) Kenneth Dunn
Duty Stations: STRATCOMMWING-1, Tinker AFB, OK
Comments: I can not thank enough the leaders, Sailors and especially my wife and kids for supporting me and helping me get to where I am today.
Date: 08:10am
From: CEC(SCW/IW) (SEL) Dana M Kenney
Duty Stations: NCTAMS Lant, NCTS Bahrain, EXWC, MUSE school, 31st SRG, NMCB 4, and PWD Diego Garcia
Comments: I am truly thankful for all the people I have worked with over the years. So many have had an impact on me that it would be hard to list them all. Just remember to treat people how you want to be treated and keep the G.A.S tank full!
Date: 07:28am
From: ETC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Tim Leister
Duty Stations: USS Cowpens, NAF Atsugi, NOSC Tulsa, USS George Washington, USS Ronald Reagan, USS Frank Cable
Comments: I cannot begin to fathom the amount of people that have been an inspiration in my life, I thank all of those who have worked with me and that have pushed me to become better. I am delighted that someone has seen something in me that allowed me to be selected, and I plan on living up to those expectations. I know it is a heavy role to step into, and I am looking forward to your guidance and everyday interactions to continue to make me a better person and leader. I am pleased to make your acquaintance.
Date: 07:25am
From: MMAC (SEL) Joshua K Moran
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable
Comments: Hooyah!
Date: 06:53am
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Antonio M. Flores
Duty Stations: USS PROVIDENCE (SSN719)
Comments: Thank you Scott McMillan, Dan Kloepfer, Hank Lapoint and Manny Maneses for never giving up on me and teaching me the right course. Thank you shipmates.
Date: 06:53am
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Brian Flournoy
Duty Stations: USS John S. McCain, Navsta Pearl Harbor, USS Ronald Reagan, CNRMA
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that helped me achieve this great honor! My Wife and daughter's, My family back home, My amazing mentors throughout the years, my Junior Sailors for supporting me. Thank you all!!
Date: 06:34am
From: MCC (AW/SCW) (SEL) Jonathan Carmichael
Duty Stations: DINFOS
Comments: THANK YOU: I can't possibly name them all, but the following is a PARTIAL list highlighting some of the CPOs who have inspired, motivated, or otherwise left a lasting impression on me at some point in my career/life: Senior Chief Dave Fitz Senior Chief Dan Sanford Master Chief Chris Levesque Senior Chief Misty Hubbard Chief James Thierry Chief Carol Vernon Chief Johnny Torres Master Chief Pat Wesley Master Chief Moses Sampson Senior Chief (?) McGrew (VAQ-138 / 1996-1997) Chief (?) Anderson (VAQ-138 / 1996-1997)
Date: 06:17am
From: BUC(sel) Kyle Saylor
Duty Stations: NMCB 133, NAS Patuxent River, NMCB 11, NCG 2, NMCB 1
Comments: Looking forward to one day being accepted into the world's finest Cheif Petty Officer mess.
Date: 05:53am
From: CSC(SEL)(SS) Eric Farmer
Duty Stations: USS Toledo SSN 769, NAVSTA Pearl Harbor, USS Pennsylvania SSBN 735, USS Ohio SSGN 726, CFAY Sasebo Japan, Naval Base Point Loma, IA to Iraq, DGAR, HPU Bahrain, Naval Base San Diego, Naval Base Point Loma, USS Michigan SSGN 727
Comments: I am proud to have been Selected to become a member of Chief Petty Officers of The United States Navy. I look forward to the brotherhood and sisterhood that goes with this great Honor. Thank you.
Date: 05:11am
From: EMC(SW) (sel) Jammie Roberts
Duty Stations: NOSC Raleigh, NOSC Toledo, USS Pearl Harbor LSD-52, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF, USS Emory S. Land AS-39
Comments: Thank you for the wonderful support I've received from SurgeMain Raleigh. When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves. Viktor E. Frankl
Date: 02:42am
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Colin Moreno
Duty Stations: USS TYPHOON/PC-5
Comments: Thank you fellow Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs for helping me get to this point. Also I would like to send a special thanks to DCCS Shawn Durant for always guiding me in the right path and picking me up when I was at my worst. You have always been a great mentor and a great leader.
Date: 01:11am
From: BMC(SW/AW/SCW)(SEL) Noel Franklin Barker
Duty Stations: Training Support Center Great Lakes ,USS Constellation CV64,SWRMC, USS Ronald ReaganCVN76, ACB1
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be a part of the organization and join the ranks.
Date: 01:10am
From: QMC(SEL) Amy Birkholz
Duty Stations: USS CHANCELLORSVILLE
Comments: A million and one people to thank where I am today: My Dad, QMCS Rivera QMC Bond PSC Peters QMCS Snyder MACS Gooch QMC Patel CSCS Hernandez ETCS(SS)(Ret) Martinez ETC(SS) (Ret) Coldsmith
Date: 12:34am
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Casey L Collins
Duty Stations: JRIC Norfolk
Comments: To my wife and kids thank you! To all my Sailors past and present thank for all you have done! To my mentors thank you for keeping me on track!
Date: 12:16am
From: ETC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Christopher Lee Tichenor
Duty Stations: TACTRAGRULANT
Comments: Many thanks to Chief Rewerts, Chief Reese, Senior Lemelle, Masrer Chief Hughes to name a few that got me to this glorious milestone in my life and career.
Date: 11:48pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Nate Katherman
Duty Stations: VF2, VFA-122, VFA-22, VFA-122, VFA-147
Comments: Genuine Chiefs, My selection to Chief would not have been possible had it not been for your leadership and guidance, your tutelage, understanding and mentoring. On dets and deployments all around the world, sharing stories about work and life drinking to the foam until the sun came up. Thank you for your support and for always being there for me. V/R AMC(AW)(SEL) Nate Katherman VFA-147
Date: 11:39pm
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Reginald L Nero
Duty Stations: NAS Pensacola
Comments: OSC(Sel) Nero assumes the watch. JUL08: I joined the Navy. FEB09: Reported to my first duty station, USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG-58). OCT10: First NEC, 0348 (Tactical Information Coordinator) APR12: Became an Air Intercept Controller, NEC 0318. MAR15: Transferred to USS MASON (DDG-87). MAR16: Became an Air Intercept Controller Supervisor, NEC 0319. APR17: Current/first shore duty, NAS PENSACOLA. AUG17: All conditions normal. Thank you Lord for all the people you have placed in my life to help me succeed. I pray you continue to guide me on this humbling journey.
Date: 11:29pm
From: ITC(Sel) Bickaina Patton
Duty Stations: CTF 70, NWS Earle, CID-LS Yokosuka, USNH Yokosuka, USS Bataan, NCTS Iceland
Comments: God is good and has blessed me every day along this journey. I am indebted to my wonderful husband, my backbone, and two magnificent boys who are always in my heart even when mommy isn’t there for bedtime stories and nightly tucks. I am thankful for the values my mother, Margarita Reyes, instilled in me as a single parent ensuring I understood there is nothing beyond reach in this world as long as you show passion and initiative. I appreciate my brother for allowing me to be his inspiration pushing me harder to strive towards excellence to make sure he follows shortly behind. I am grateful to Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chief Petty Officers who mentored and supported methroughout my career thus far allowing me to build the foundation of the leader I have developed into and am continuously striving to become. Mostly, I am indebted to my hard working dedicated Sailors who unquestionably trusted my guidance and allowed me to play a part in their journey throughout their career.
Date: 11:10pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) DAMIEN BUTLER
Duty Stations: USS THE SULLIVANS (DDG 68)
Comments: I would like to say thanks to everybody who got me to this point, from my junior Sailors to my Leadership. And most of all my wife and kids, I love you all.
Date: 11:04pm
From: MAC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Daron Tyler
Duty Stations: NNMC Bethesda, USS Wasp (LHD1), NAS Pensacola
Comments: The people listed below have paved the way for me: CMDCM Michele Lewis MACM (EXW/SW/AW) Jamie Gainey MACM (FMF/EXW/SW) Billy Smith MACS (AW/SW/IW) Erik Ford MAC Anthony Woods MAC Shon Ybarbo MA1 (SW) Ricky Calhoun MA1 (SW) Detra Works MA2 Juan Caiache
Date: 10:22pm
From: STSC (sel) Tony Sullivan
Duty Stations: USS PROVIDENCE. NAVSUBSCOL. USS NORTH DAKOTA
Comments: Hooya. NAVY CHIEF. NAVY PRIDE. Like to thank. Matt lindsey. Andy Stockwell. Jeff wrobel. Jake Stich. Mike doehring. Steve Casar. Dave Douglas and many more.
Date: 10:00pm
From: YNC(Sel) Richard A. Frye
Duty Stations: NATO HQ SACT, USS BARRY (DDG 52), HSL 48
Comments: I want to thank my wife and kids, My brothers YN1 Johnson, PS1 Mitchell, my Sailors YN2 Tsephel, YN3 Stoner, All the mentors I have, CMDCS Jones, CMDCS Burfict , YNC Hill... both of them, YNC Penagraph, CDR Foster, and the many more of you that I can't think of at this moment.
Date: 09:54pm
From: CSC (SEL) Avegail Frigillana
Duty Stations: Naval Base San Diego
Comments: I would like to thank my family and my husband, EMC David Frigillana for helping me achieved all of these accomplishments. Without their support I wouldn't be here where I'm at right now. And of course the help and support of these following personnel. CSCS Simpson, Xena CSCS PAcho, Flordeliza CSCS Delacruz, Glenn (retired) CWO4 Valencia, Cesar Thank you all!!! God Bless!!!
Date: 09:29pm
From: MAC(SW/EXW/AW)(SEL) Joshua A Meng
Duty Stations: USS IWO JIMA, NAS OCEANA, USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH, JEB LITTLE CREEK FORT SORY, CRG 2 DET BAHRAIN, USS RAMAGE
Comments: I'd like to thank my kids for the sacrifices they've have to make having me away all the time. All the Chiefs who have guided me along the way and who will continue to guide me.
Date: 08:48pm
From: UTC (SCW/EXW)(SEL) Yesenia Gillespie
Duty Stations: CBC Gulfport
Comments: I would like to thank my family for the support they have given me throughout my career. I would also like to thank all of my troops past and present for challenging me to be the best I can be and forcing me to live up to the expectations needed to succeed.
Date: 08:41pm
From: MAC (SEL) Eugene Karl Marstaller IV
Duty Stations: Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, MS
Comments: I'd first like to thank God. I would also like to thank the unwavering support of my parents (Eugene and Joyce) and relatives. I also give thanks to all my K9 family, especially my Kennel Masters. There are surely more that go unmentioned in this comment, but never far from my thoughts.
Date: 08:17pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) John J. Sikora
Duty Stations: Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center
Comments: I want to thank my wife and kids who have supported me to this point of my career. They have been my rock. I want to thank the Sailors who busted their can for me, they made my job seem easy at times. I also want to thank the mentors and leaders I have now and in the past. Their guidance helped me get this far.
Date: 07:38pm
From: ENC (SW/SCW/EXW) SEL Glen Edward Cutshaw
Duty Stations: NCHB 13; USS Papago ATF 160; NMCB 25; USS HUNLEY AS-31.
Comments: I would like to thank the many Chief Petty Officers I have had the blessing to work with in my career thus far. ENC Tom Turk, the first Chief I served under aboard Hunley. Your leadership and desire to own your position inspired me to continue to push forward with my goal of becoming a Chief. I pray I do not let you down. All of the following Chiefs have contributed significantly to how I have developed my perspective of leadership; EMC Dale Hicks, NCC Joe Groves, ENCS Wally Nava, CUCS Craig Witts, EOC Eric Cuanado, LSC Joe Losier, EQCM Lori Seville, DCC Zach Meisner, OSC Chris Finkenstadt, UCCM Myke Stewart, YNCS Stephen Graham, YNCS Matt Brennick, CMDCM William Todd Green, BMCS Julian Quiroz, CUCS Barry Wood, CSC Stephen Burgoon, LSC Ken Jasay, HMC Chris Crumpler, and many more. I will continue to seek guidance from these Chief Petty Officers as I transition through the season.
Date: 07:33pm
From: NCC(AW/SW)(SEL) Xiaoyan Zheng
Duty Stations: NRD Ohio
Comments: Hello everyone!
Date: 07:17pm
From: BMC(SEL) Katrina Williams
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON CVN 70, USS INDEPENDANCE LSC 2, NAVAL WAR COLLEGE, USS FRANK CABLE AS 40, USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD 6
Comments: I want to say thank you to all of my junior Sailors and mentors who pushed me along the way to not settle. Being selected would not have been possible without them.
Date: 07:17pm
From: ADC (SEL) Nathaniel Kilgore
Duty Stations: VFA-15, AIMD OCEANA, VFA-81, CNATTU OCEANA, VFA-83, VAW-120
Comments: First An foremost I thank my daughter for the sacrifices she has made with me away! I thank my Sailors that for busting their butts for me to succeed without them I wouldn't of succeed. All the Chiefs that took their time to chew my ass, train me An make me a Chief I thank you!!!
Date: 07:09pm
From: ENC(SW/AW)(SEL) Christopher Exelby
Duty Stations: USS GRAVELY
Comments: I want to thank my wife and kids for supporting me. I also want to say thank you for all my mentors and all my junior sailors. If it were not for them I would not be where I am at today.
Date: 06:20pm
From: ABHC (AW/SW) (SEL) ALSON E. ALFRED
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD
Comments: It has been a tremendous journey and I am super excited to take on the next step as a chief petty officer. I would like to thank my wife ABFC Yolanda Alfred, ABCM Darrin Campbell, ABCM William Thomson, CMC Richard Haninger, CMC Steven Allen and all the other people who contributed to guiding me to this point and believing in me even when I didn't believe in myself.
Date: 05:47pm
From: AEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Derrick Oaties
Duty Stations: Current duty station is VP-30. My previous commands are as follows: HSM-48, FRCSE Jacksonville, HS-11
Comments: I'd like to start off by saying congrats to all of my brothers and sisters who were selected to lead the world's finest Navy. How i got here is very important, but not as important as the ones who paved the way for me to be here. For all the advice, guidance, and counseling sessions that i thought were futile, I now see the importance of every word that was spoken. Naming names to those that got me here wouldn't be right because they know who they are and personally, I DO NOT WANT TO LEAVE ANYONE OUT! It was so many that has an influence on the things i did including all my junior sailors! So to all of my honorable Chiefs, more honorable Senior Chiefs, and Most honorable Master Chiefs active and retired, I humbly say thank you and i will carry on the tradition, Navy Core Values, and sense of heritage for our junior sailors.
Date: 05:33pm
From: MAC(Sel) Robert Speed
Duty Stations: USS PINCKNEY DDG 91
Comments: I would like to thank my family for being my support and those that have helped me along. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 05:21pm
From: FCC(SW/IW) (SEL) Daniel Angulo
Duty Stations: USS Russell (DDG-59), COMTHIRDFLT, USS John Paul Jones (DDG-53), USS Cowpens (CG-63)
Comments: I would like to first thank my wife, Samantha, for supporting me throughout my career. When times were tough, she was always there for me. I would also like to thank the many chiefs and mentors I've served with over the years. Thank you all for helping me get to where I am now.
Date: 05:11pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) D'Juan Brown
Duty Stations: DDG-91 PINCKNEY, DDG82 LASSEN, CSCSU DAM NECK
Comments: I would like to thank my family for being my rock and supporting my through the tough times. Also, I would like to thank my past Chiefs that has mentored me to be in the position I'm in today.
Date: 05:03pm
From: NCC(SEL) Luis Angel Diaz
Duty Stations: NAS Pensacola, USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), FRCWEST Lemoore, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)
Comments: I would like to first thank God, for each providential guidance and mentor ship he provided me with and that His will is that I be Selected to the most exclusive and greatest organization in the world. Then I would like to thank the following people, but not exclusively : NCCM Jeff Ingram NCC Preston Rodgers NCC Rex Parmelee (Ret) SHCM Warren Brown OSC Kellen McKinney-Forbes CSC Anthonie White LSC Beverly White (Ret) ASC Michael Monserrat ASCS Coloma (Ret) CMDCM Trent Schmidt ASC Andrew Friedman PSCS Dee Thomas
Date: 04:59pm
From: MAC (EXW) (SEL) Charles (Carlos) McDonald
Duty Stations: OMS/NCIS Protective Service Operations
Comments: I want to Thank my family for the support. I also want want to Thank the sailors that I worked with at my current duty station and at my previous ones. I couldn't be here with out their support. I am looking forward to helping them reach the same goal that I have achieved.
Date: 04:46pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW)(SEL) Elizabeth RamosRodriguez
Duty Stations: BHC Kingsville, TX; 1st MED BN; Naval Hospital Bremeton; Naval Hospital Rota; Naval Medical Center Bethesda.
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank God for the awesome and supportive family he has provided me with and for all the Ledership, CMCs, Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs, and Sailors he has placed in my path to guide me and lead me to success.
Date: 03:05pm
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Ryan D. D.E. Powell
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, NCWDG, JCU
Comments: I have far too many people to thank to list individually here. I would like to thank my MCPOs, SCPOs, CPOs, LPOs, junior Sailors and peers for everything you have done that has gotten me to this point. To my family, thank you for your encouragement and sacrifice each step of the way. I look forward to being an effective Chief for our Sailors and look forward to the next chapter!
Date: 02:52pm
From: GMC(Sel) Jessica Alcantar
Duty Stations: Makin Island, EUCOM
Comments: I would first like to thank God, my family, mentors and Sailors. Without them I wouldn't be where I am today.
Date: 02:25pm
From: BMC(Sel) Corey Ashlock
Duty Stations: NAS Lemoore CA., Tinker AFB, Fort Riley, KS., NS San Diego, CA., NS Norfolk VA.
Comments: First I will thank my wife and kids for your patience, understanding, support, and love. Next I will thanks all the junior and seinor Sailors that provided me with challenges regardless of situation that in return required me to find the right answers and made me a more knowledgeable Sailor. Lastly, but more specifically I will thank now Master Chief Ridenuer for his leadership guidance and BMC Hamm, but now LTJG for his boatswains-matey technical expertise and a quote I will never forget "You have to move with a sense of impending doom" which I apply to each evolution.
Date: 02:20pm
From: GMC(Sel) Donn McGloghlon
Duty Stations: CRS-2
Comments: I want to Thank Chief Polk Chief Frank Senior Goggin Senior Morgan there is many more Chiefs and all the junior Sailors Ive learned something from each and everyone of them.
Date: 01:43pm
From: ISC(IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Richard Hull
Duty Stations: USS VELLA GULF, USS ANZIO, NMITC, VAQ-135, TF-17 BALAD IRAQ, JAC MOLESWORTH
Comments: Thank you to all who have mentored me and those who's hardwork supported me and the mission. I look forward to joining the ranks of greatest fraternity in world.
Date: 12:52pm
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Brant Jeff Brant
Duty Stations: USS MITSCHER
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and children for being my biggest supporters throughout my Navy career. All of my Sailors and mentors who have helped me get to this point in my career. I am truly blessed to be in the position I am in. V/R LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Brant, Jeff USS MITSCHER DDG-57
Date: 12:44pm
From: ACC (Sel) William Bowman
Duty Stations: NAS Fallon
Comments: I would like to thank my family and everyone who mentored to along the way.
Date: 12:15pm
From: ISC (SEL) Ashley Jabara
Duty Stations: STRAT INTEL - Offutt
Comments: It is such an honor to have been selected. I want to thank every sailor I have served with who helped mold me into the person I am today.
Date: 11:57am
From: MAC(EXW)(sel) Cody F Haase
Duty Stations: SWFPAC, HPU Bahrain, NAS Fallon, CORIVRON TWO
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their continuous support and devotion. I wouldn't have made it without them or the mentors and juniors sailors i have had the pleasure serving with. CRS TWO Chiefs Mess BMC Rufener MACM Tatum MAC Leigh MAC Sharpe MA1 Hazenfield LT Cunningham
Date: 11:20am
From: EODC (EWS/FPJ) (SEL) Taylor Shoaf
Duty Stations: EODMU5, EODMU12, NDSTC
Comments: Thanks to all the CPO's and Mentors who helped along the way
Date: 10:48am
From: FCC(Sel) Joshua Silva
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco, LHD2 Essex, and LHD 6 Bon Homme Richard
Comments: I am truly humbled and honored to be selected this year. I could not have got here with out the support of my family, friends, and most of all everyone I have worked with and for in the past. I am thankful for the mentorship to this point and hope to continue to press forward and in turn help my sailors reach their goals in life as well. God Bless FCC (SEL) Josh Silva
Date: 10:41am
From: AMC(AW/SW) (SEL) Christian Beer
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco, VFA-213, ACU-4, VFA-27, VFA-106, VF-143
Comments: Thank you to all of the Sailors that worked with and for me. And thank you to the Chiefs who have mentored me. I am here now because of you!
Date: 10:23am
From: CSC (sel) Richard Trignano
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ (CVN-68)
Comments: We are here. My Sailors and my loving family made this possible. Without them I'm not writing this message.
Date: 10:21am
From: MAC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Shannon L. Schwartz
Duty Stations: SWFPAC, Marine Corps Security Force Battallion
Comments: I would first like to thank my wife, Jessi for her support in my career path, the long days and deployments she had to endure without me but completely supported me. I'd like to say thank you to some of the best Chiefs in my rating, MACM Pat Killinger for pushing me and getting me ready right out of the gate when I first was advanced to MA1. You ensured I was ready for what was to come by having the highest expectations and that good pat on the back "you did your job, what else did you do today". You were right all along and having that mentality got me to where I am today. MACS Ryan Martin, although I haven't known you any longer than 6 months, you have supported me since the day I met you. You're a great mentor and a better person. Your dedication to our Sailors has shown me a lot of what it is to be "the Chief" and how important it is to ensure the growth of those who work for you. Everyday you remind me that none of us would be here if not for the support of them. You're a great Chief and I hope to work with you again some day. Lastly maybe some of you will see this when you get here, but Id like to thank my Sailors who have supported me to this moment. You that have pushed me to the point of when I said I was tired but this Sailor is worth it. Thank you for pushing yourselves to be successful and making our Navy stronger. You'll get here one day if you work hard and I hope one day, you get to see these thoughts.
Date: 09:36am
From: ITC (IW/EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Alvaro J Gonzalez
Duty Stations: NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMAND
Comments: First and foremost I want to praise GOD for guiding me in this path. To my wife who has stood by my side throughout the years and encouraged me to be a better man, father. To my Mentors who not only challenged me but held me accountable and never sugar coated anything, "I THANK YOU ALL", if not for your guidance I would not be here. I am humbled and privileged at the task at hand to become a true Deckplate Leader CHIEF PETTY OFFICER. Very Respectfully and Truly Humbled, AJ Gonzalez
Date: 09:32am
From: NDC (DSW/EXW/SW) (Sel) Aaron R Emmons
Duty Stations: NAVDIVSALTRACEN & NAVXDIVINGU
Comments: HOOYAH!! I first give thanks to God for the good fortune. And to my family who sacrificed so much for my ambition. My only regret is the time that passed not being with you. MDV Bill Hargaray, MDV Ryan Edwards, NDCS Shannon Hall, CW02 Josh Slack, NDC Aaron Scrimager (the list is longer), and to the numerous outstanding and competitive fellow first class petty officers that worked tirelessly to ensure that we not only became good diving supervisors but unselfish fathers, husbands and friends. Your mentorship is still greatly sought after. Thank you.
Date: 08:51am
From: ENC(Sel) Antonio Antwaine Matthews
Duty Stations: NRD Jacksonville
Comments: Thanks to all my leadership and mentors for helping me achieve this major accomplishment in my life and milestone in my career.
Date: 08:19am
From: HTC(SW)(SEL) Zachary J. Leinart
Duty Stations: CRS-2
Comments: Proud to enter the goat locker. THANK YOU HTC John Goerges and HTC John Stinnett.
Date: 08:17am
From: ETC (Sel) Andy Chow
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: It's been a long journey here. A honor to be part of the world's largest and exclusive fraternity. Navy Chief, Navy Pride! Hooyah!
Date: 08:16am
From: ITC(SEL) Jacob Stafford
Duty Stations: USS GONZALEZ / IWTC CORRY STATION / COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: Thank you for the opportunity to join the largest and one of the most prestigious fraternities ever established!! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!!
Date: 08:13am
From: ITC (SEL) John McCarthy
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: Glad to be selected for the opportunity to become part of the world's finest fraternity.
Date: 07:52am
From: ASC (SEL) RYAN SINCLAIR HOOKS
Duty Stations: CVN 76, NFDS (Blue Angels), AIMD Misawa JP, CVN 72, NAS Bahrain, AIMD Jacksonvile
Comments: I just would like to thank all Chiefs, past and present that helped me along the way to reach this milestone in my career. To give one shout out it will be to Master Chief (RET) Wiley. You were my first Master Chief and you left a great impression on me on how a Chief should carry themselves. 14 years later and here I am. Thanks for everything you've done for me and the junior Sailors of the Navy!
Date: 07:48am
From: ATC(SEL) Christafer Sobbing
Duty Stations: VQ4 and VQ3
Comments: It is an honor to be selected, and hopefully after the testing be accepted.
Date: 07:06am
From: YNC(AW/IW) (Sel) Donald Wells
Duty Stations: VFA-97, USTRANSCOM, VFA-41 USTRANSCOM JIOC
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and child for believing in me more than i did myself. Also, every sailor and shipmate that helped me reach this milestone. Thank you to ISC Buelow for the big push in the right direction.
Date: 07:02am
From: EMC (sel) Melvin Wall
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN, USS FRANK CABLE, NNSY, USS CARL VINSON, USS PONCE, USS ROOSEVELT .
Comments: I would like to congratulate all the FY18 selectees, and thank all my mentors for contributions that resulted in my selection for CPO.
Date: 06:59am
From: AWVC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Jeffrey LaBrake
Duty Stations: VP-8 Tigers, VXS-1 Warlocks, VP-16 War Eagles, VP-30 Pro's Nest, VP-46 S&H
Comments: Wow what a rush of emotions. I'd like to extend a thank you to each and every CPO that molded and guided me into becoming the Sailor I am today. Congratulations to all my fellow brother and sisters who were selected as well! AWVC(NAC/AW) Cory Glach, I can't thank you enough. You pushed me to be better, make those around me better and forced me out of my comfort zone. I cannot thank you enough Chief. To my daughter Aubrie, I love and miss you and can't wait to share this accomplishment with you.
Date: 06:31am
From: CTTC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Matthew J. Lucachick
Duty Stations: Current: NSWC Crane Division Previous: USS Thorn DD-988, NIOC Colorado, NIOC Hawaii
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and kids, all of the chiefs who have helped me in my career, and all the friends who have supported us through many deployments.
Date: 06:29am
From: MAC(AW)(SEL) BRIAN SPEIGHT
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Comments: I'm happy to be here and proud to serve!
Date: 06:01am
From: ADC(Sel) Joshua P Gerke
Duty Stations: VP-46
Comments: My am truly want to thank my family, Chiefs, mentors and sailors for my selection to Chief. Without them, this could not have been possible. Thank you.
Date: 05:10am
From: OSC(SW/EXW) (SEL) Kyle Hackett
Duty Stations: ATGSD, CTF56, USS STOCKDALE, USS SHILOH, FLEASWTRACENPAC, USS BENFOLD, USS NIMITZ, USS JOHN YOUNG.
Comments: I would like to sincerely thank CMDR Shine and MCPO Hackley for having those hard talks with me. I would also like to thank SCPO Lockhart for guiding me the last couple of years and every Chief of the ATGSD CPO Mess.
Date: 03:58am
From: CTRC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Victor Delgado
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT ; IWTC Corry Station ; NSA Pacific ; USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
Comments: It's an honor to be selected to CPO. Specific thanks for getting me here go to CTRC James Roddel and CTRC Steven Dickinson.
Date: 03:35am
From: HTC (SW/AW)(SEL) James Beckwith
Duty Stations: USS CROMMELIN, ACU5, PHNSY & IMF, USS FRANK CABLE, USS EMORY S. LAND
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all of their support and all of my shipmates and chief that have helped me get here.
Date: 02:47am
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Chris Boucher
Duty Stations: VAW-125, VAW-115, NRD DALLS, ECRC, NEGB CUBA, VAW-115, VAW-120
Comments: i am truly honored to be where i am i am today, I have great Chiefs my entire career and thank every single one of them. Most of all thank the Lord our God from whom all blessings flow.
Date: 01:59am
From: AWFC(Sel) Paul Mount
Duty Stations: VP-30, VP-9, NRLFSD/VXS-1, VP-40, VP-30, VP-1(Present)
Comments: I have way to many people to thank. There have been so many that have had an impact on my career in one way or the other. I would like to make a shout out to my Sea Daddy from long ago, AWFCS Keith Leach (Retired), for all his advice and friendship both then and now.
Date: 01:52am
From: QMC (Sel) Stephan Cools
Duty Stations: Riverine Squadron One, Port Ops Norfolk, Coastal Riverine Group Two Det Bahrain, Coastal Riverine Squadron 2
Comments: I would like to take the time out to first thank my family for always being there and pushing me. If it wasn't for them I probably would have got out of the military a long time ago. My wife and kids motivate to keep striving for success. I would also like to thank all of the Sailors I was fortunate enough to lead and impact their lives. Without them being successful at the job I wouldn't have been able to get selected. Very Respectfully, QMC(Sel)(EXW) Stephan J. Cools
Date: 01:19am
From: AWVC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Daniel D'Orsi
Duty Stations: VP-8, RTC, NSA Bahrain
Comments: Hooyah Class 124! Let's get it!!
Date: 12:25am
From: MAC (SEL) Pierre A Davis Jr
Duty Stations: Norfolk Naval Ship yard, NSA Bahrain, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, NSA Lakehurst, NSA Bahrain
Comments: Thank you to all leaders I have encountered in my Naval career. In particular the Chiefs Mess of CVN 69, NSA Lakehurst, Romania, and NSA Bahrain. I look forward to paying my part in enhancing and carrying on this proud tradition and way of life. Very respectfully MAC (SEL) Davis
Date: 11:08pm
From: HMC (SEL) (SW/AW) Steven L Moore
Duty Stations: Camp Pendleton, Naples Italy, Rota Spain, Norfolk VA, Sigonella Sicily, Guantanamo Bay Cuba
Comments: And they said I'd never make it... Now I'm here to be a better influence and example.
Date: 11:00pm
From: MAC (SW) (SEL) Zanicka Smith
Duty Stations: NSF BAHRAIN
Comments: I would like to thank GOD for getting to this point in life nothing is possible without him. All the sailors with whom I had to pleasure of serving with you guys are the real reason that I am here. My mentors for the guidance and never giving up on me, I have so many I can't name them all. And last but not least FY18 Selectee's for motivating me through the process. Thank you.
Date: 10:54pm
From: YNC (SW) (SEL) Ezell Shorter Jr
Duty Stations: Joiny Forces Staff College(Current), USS WARRIOR (MCM 10)( 2015-2017), COMUSFLTFORCOM(2011-2015) USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (LSD 41) (2009-2011)
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors for teaching me throughout my career; my wife and kids for always believing in me and sticking together through all of the difficult times and challenges; and to all of my junior Sailors that allowed me to lead them, and to the officers and Chief's Messes who have trained me and formed me into the Chief I am. It is because of you all that we have reached one of the major milestones in my career. Thank You All!!!
Date: 10:46pm
From: GSMC (SEL) Richard Holmes
Duty Stations: Norfolk, USS Anzio
Comments: Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!
Date: 10:44pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Kritzia M. Pontier
Duty Stations: USS Gridley (DDG-101)
Comments: I am forever grateful to my family, Sailors, and Chiefs who have consistently supported me throughout my career. I would not be here without them. I honor their honesty and faith in me. Seeing their proud faces is such a motivation.
Date: 10:41pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Allan P. Estrada
Duty Stations: USS Gridley (DDG-101)
Comments: I would like to thank God for this greatest blessing. I would like to thank my wife for supporting me all the way of my career. I would like to thank to all the Chiefs that mentored me. I would like to thank also to all the sailors who helped me.
Date: 10:23pm
From: BMC(Sel) SW/AW Dominga Cedillo
Duty Stations: NSA Hampton Roads, USS Mesa Verde LPD-19, Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar, USS Boxer LHD-4, JFK CV-67
Comments: I am truly humble to be taking this next step in my career but I won't have made it here without great mentors and those that believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. To those that inspired me along the way and encourage me to be the BEST leader I could be I thank you! Lastly, all this won't be possible without the following mentors: BMCM Quarles ETCM Barnes BMCS Windon BOSN Levert BOSN Norris BMC Collantes (Ret.) PSCS Pia LSCS Johnson MSgt Kozminski
Date: 10:17pm
From: MMNC (SW) (SEL) Rigil Christensen
Duty Stations: Nuclear Power Training Unit, USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: I would like to thank my loving wife for all her support up to this point and forward. I'd like to thank every chief I've worked for or interacted with for all the knowledge I've received from you. Lastly I could never have gotten here without the wonderful and dedicated sailors that I have worked with and have worked for me this is your accomplishment more than mine.
Date: 09:29pm
From: HMC(sel) Kathy Kahele
Duty Stations: NHCP Cherry Point, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, Naval Medical Center
Comments: I am truly happy to be a part of the best team in the world!!
Date: 09:27pm
From: EMC (SEL) Andamo McCullough
Duty Stations: USS Vella Gulf (CG-72), USNA Annapolis, COMLCSRON One
Comments: My first CMC, Masterchief Whitman, who went on to do bigger and better things. My former LCPO, Kareem Washington. I can honestly say I love the man. Everybody that has trained me and everyone that I trained along the way.
Date: 09:22pm
From: GMC (SEL) Cristina Bruni
Duty Stations: USS McFaul (DDG-74), NS Mayport Security, NSWU-3 Bahrain, USS Coronado (GOLD)
Comments: I want to humbly thank GMC Heather Scott, GMC Joshua Seminara, GM2 Maverick Kang, DC1 Stephanie Garrison, MAC Albert Pacheco, YNCS Sherri Smith, GMC Wick Woodrow, GMC Sedrick Griffin and SOCM Scotty "Rocko" Lewis. All of these people have been my Navy family and were instrumental in where I came from to where I am today. I also want to thank my parents and Nana for always being supportive, encouraging and proud.
Date: 08:54pm
From: BMC (Sel) Kristoffer Metcalf
Duty Stations: USS Halsey (DDG 97), NAVPERSCOM, USS New York (LPD 21)
Comments: Congratulations to all selectees!
Date: 08:47pm
From: CSC(SEL) Montreon Smith
Duty Stations: Navy Base San Diego
Comments: I will like to say thank you to those who help me get here. you know who are. Thanks a million times
Date: 07:57pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Earnest C. Hampton
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN, NMCLANT DET ROTA SPAIN, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, NAS SIGONELLA, USS KITTY HAWK
Comments: First I would like to thank GOD for blessing me with this opportunity. My family and friends, my mentees, all that have worked along side with me, my leadership, and my mentors for everything that you have done for me. I am where I am today because of you all and I cant thank you enough. THANK YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date: 07:48pm
From: LSC (SEL) GINA ROBLES
Duty Stations: CVN-71
Comments: A great many thanks goes out to my family and mentors for their support and guidance.
Date: 07:36pm
From: DCC (SEL) Emanuel Ascencioosorio
Duty Stations: USS Fitzgerald, Coastal Riverine Group Two, USS John C Stennis, SWRMC, USS Bunker Hill
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Guadalupe for always being there to keep me in a straight line and my daughter and son for always making me laugh even in tough times. Also I would like to thank my division for all their hard work, including my Chiefs and the Chiefs mess. Thank you to all the sailors that have helped me to get to where I am and our shipmates that are no longer with us.
Date: 07:33pm
From: PSC(SEL) Tricia Fletcher
Duty Stations: NOSC Corpus Christi, TX
Comments: I want to give a HUGE shout out to all those that has supported me from past, current, and even future shipmates, friends, and family!! Every person I have been in contact with has helped me succeed and I hope I have been able to pay you back, as well!!
Date: 06:59pm
From: AZC(sel) Carla Heard
Duty Stations: FRCNW
Comments: Thank you to all the Chief's at AIMD Atsugi that took the time to motivate me. AZC(sel) Heard
Date: 06:32pm
From: NDC(sel) Adrian Mcpherson
Duty Stations: NDSTC
Comments: Hell yeah we made it!
Date: 06:03pm
From: MMC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Andrew Schurr
Duty Stations: LPD-17
Comments: Thank you to my wife and children, would not be here today without you.
Date: 05:31pm
From: AMEC (SEL) Roger Ross
Duty Stations: VS-22, VP-30, VS-24, SCW-1 DET OFFUTT, VQ-4, CNATT DET TINKER, VQ-4
Comments: My am truly want to thank my family, Chiefs, mentors and sailors for my selection to Chief. Without them, and God, this could not have been possible. Thank you.
Date: 05:21pm
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) SEAN R NELSON
Duty Stations: NCG1
Comments: I would like to thank my Wife and Son for their support always. I would like to thank my Grandfather BUC. I would like to thank the mentors I had along the way that showed me how to take care of troops and lean forward to get the job done. I would like to thank my troops that motivated me and gave 100% toward a team goal.
Date: 05:11pm
From: LSC(SW)(SEL) Steven Moore
Duty Stations: RCC Midwest (06-09), USS Curts FFG-38 (09-12), NOSC Guam (12-15), CORIVRON 11 (15-Current)
Comments: I would like to take the time to thank a few individuals that have helped me get to this point in my career: SKCS John DeCaprio LSCM Chad Elliot LSC Rudy Saucedo LSC Chris Singh LSC Clifford Dumpit LSCS Juvon Campbell YNC Fernando Quinones HMC Ace Sevilleja HMCS Alfredo Alonso There are so many more that I would like to thank that are not listed. If you surround yourself around great people, great things will happen. Thank you. LSC(Sel) Steven Moore
Date: 04:22pm
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Gene M Simpson
Duty Stations: USS Thunderbolt (PC-12)
Comments: I want to thank my parents Frederick (GSCM(SW) Retired) and Eula Simpson, my Wife Jasmine,my son Keante, and my mentors, Keevin Pierson, Jane Purvis, David Hines, David McClin, Pat Ernst, Joe King, John Lanza, Lidia Torres, and all the other people in my life that helped me stay the course and got me where I am today.
Date: 02:54pm
From: BMC (SW/AW/EXW) (SEL) Alfonso Guerrero
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ
Comments: Thanks be to God, for my Love and children, my parents and siblings, friends long and far, and the many Sailors and Marines that helped get me to where we are today. I could not have achieved success with out you.
Date: 02:50pm
From: LSC (SEL) Martha Cervania
Duty Stations: NEPLO (Reg I & V) NOSC Detroit
Comments: First and foremost, I have to thank God for this humbling opportunity and my family for supporting me throughout my career. There are too many Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs to name that I have learned so much from. However, I have to personally thank HMCS (Ret) Orosz for his guidance throughout my career, and for remaining a strong mentor and sounding board. During my career, I have had the privilege of serving with extraordinary Sailors, Maries, Airmen, and Soldiers, all of whom I have learned so much from. To all of the amazing Sailors that I have had the privilege of working with, mentoring, and who have all helped me get to where I am, Thank you does not come close to describing my gratitude to all of you.
Date: 02:43pm
From: BUC (Sel) Scott Bryant
Duty Stations: NAS JRB Fort Worth TX
Comments: I want to express my sincere thanks to all the incredible Chiefs that have mentored and guided me to this point in my career. No sailor walks their journey along. I have had the honor and privilege to walk this journey with some of the most skilled servant leaders in the United States Navy! Thank you all may God continue to Bless the Mess.
Date: 02:21pm
From: CEC (Sel) Scott Wright
Duty Stations: NMCB 22, 1NCG
Comments: I cannot thank my mentors enough and only hope that one day I am as good a chief as they claimed I would be. I have big shoes to fill and am daunted by that task. Thank you for your help, mentoring, friendship and training CUCM Scott Shaner, CUCM Ed Schoen UCCM Jimmie Cochran HTCM Don Mapes UTCS Ron Kidd BUC Mike Bahl I hope to one day be as good as you are.
Date: 01:28pm
From: ISC (EXW/SW) (Sel) Jedidiah John Haven
Duty Stations: CRS-8 Newport, RI; NEIC Norfolk, VA; USS (AFSB-I) Ponce
Comments: I would like to thank all who have helped me get to this point in my Navy career - junior enlisted, officers, and, of course, the chiefs who have mentored me. I look forward to alongside all Chiefs, and providing a strong way forward for our sailors and the Navy!
Date: 01:18pm
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Joshua M. Butenhoff
Duty Stations: Performance Monitoring Team Bangor, WA. USS NEVADA (B)
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors from the good ship NEVADA that I was fortunate to have. All my shipmates past and present for helping me solve problems and always being there when needed!
Date: 01:13pm
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) La'Tanya Lockhart
Duty Stations: Hopper N33SE (current), USS Bulkley DDG 84 (2014-2016)
Comments: There are so many people that help me get here that I can not list and thank them all but know that if we have served together, that I am forever grateful for all the guidance, sacrifice, patience, mentorship and faith you had in me so that I could be here today!!! I am honored and blessed!! Let's Go Class 124!!! Navy Chief Navy Pride
Date: 10:42am
From: MAC(SEL) Robert Edward Toy
Duty Stations: COMFLEACT Chinhae, NAS Whidbey Island, NAS Corpus Christi, and CRS2 Little Creek
Comments: I would like to thank each of my sailors and shipmates who helped me get to this milestone. I also need to provide a special thank you to MACS Oh, GMC Nguyen, MAC Greer, MAC Powell, and MAC Mundy. Without their guidance and mentoring I would not be who I am.
Date: 10:30am
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) MATTHEW WILLIAM SMITH
Duty Stations: USS FIFE DD-991,ACU4,USS BULKELEY DDG84,EWTGPAC, USS FORREST SHERMAN
Comments: I want to thank every Chief Senior Chief that has believed in me for the last 18 years that I would make it. Thanks for never giving up on me .
Date: 09:24am
From: MNC (SW)(SEL) Donald L. Moore
Duty Stations: USS Dextrous, NMC Misawa Japan, MCM Crew Reaper
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors I have had the pleasure of serving with. This is a big deal, so I appreciate the mentorship and guidance I have received over the years.
Date: 07:56am
From: HMC (AW/SW/IDW) (SEL) Jon Paul Pangan
Duty Stations: VAW125
Comments: Hooyah Class 124!!!
Date: 05:55am
From: BUC(Sel) Christopher Davis
Duty Stations: NMCB 40, CBMU 303 Det Lemoore, NMCB 40, NCG-1, NMCB 3.<br><br>Comments:<br>Thank you to all who supported me. Also would like to thank the troops who worked for me. Without them this would not have been possible. Truly Humbled.<br><br><br>
Date: 01:26am
From: HMC(FMF/SCW)(SEL) Dave Domantay
Duty Stations: MCAGCC TTECG, NMCB FOUR, NH Lemoore, 1st MEDBN, NMCSD
Comments: CLASS 124!!!
Date: 01:20am
From: UTC(EXW/SCW/IDW)(SEL) Brandon Risner
Duty Stations: NCHB-14 (2011-PRESENT) NCFSU-2/CBMU 303 (2008-2011)
Comments: I would like to thank HMCS Jeff Feyne and AEC Jason Lucas for their guidance during this time in my career. As well as AZCS Joshua Budde and LSC Kevin Hanley for their mentorship that lead to this incredible experience in my life. AMC (Ret.) Mike Cruz, thank you for your belief in me throughout my career. Finally, thank you to all the other CPO's throughout my career that took the time and effort to guide me, inspire me and shape me into who I am today.
Date: 01:10am
From: MAC(SEL) Ronny A. Metzger
Duty Stations: NSA Naples, Italy; NSA Bahrain; NB San Diego; NEGB Guantanamo Bay; NSF Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors and respected role models for teaching me throughout my career; my family for always sticking together through all of the difficult times and challenges; and to my brothers and sisters in arms whose hard work has helped me to achieve this incredible opportunity to become a Navy Chief!
Date: 01:04am
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Ricky Lynn Cox
Duty Stations: USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21),NNSY, USS SCRANTON(SSN 756)
Comments: Thank you to all the shipmates and chiefs that have helped me get to where I am today! Congratulations to all the FY 2018 CPO Selectees!
Date: 12:42am
From: CTRC(SEL)(IW/EXW/SW) Kenneth J. Hornfeldt
Duty Stations: NSGA Norfolk (DIRSUP); NSGA Menwith Hill, UK; NSW SUPPACT TWO; IWTC Corry Station; NIOC Bahrain (Current)
Comments: Chief Select Hornfeldt, reporting for duty. I would like to thank all of the mentors that I've had over the last 16 years. I wouldn't be where I am today without the guidance and wisdom that I got from past and present genuine chiefs. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 12:31am
From: CSSC(SS/EXW)(sel) Van Matthew Orr
Duty Stations: USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21) USS TOLEDO (SSN 769) NOSC Greensboro
Comments: Hooyah!
Date: 12:22am
From: STSC (SS)(SEL) Kyle Wilkinson
Duty Stations: USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21)
Comments: A big thanks to all of my mentors and my divisions both past and present. I wouldn't have made it without them.
Date: 12:22am
From: ITC(SW/IW)(SEL) Samuel Charles Beall
Duty Stations: USS MILWAUKEE, LCS CREW 104, NCTS Bahrain, NCTS San Diego, NCTL Det Djibouti, USS CHAFEE (DDG 90), COMSTRATCOMWING ONE
Comments: I would like to thank the following Chief's for getting me where I am: ITCS Woodrow Waggoner ITCS Geoffrey Howell ITCS Robert Armenta Master Chief (Ret) Darlene Lovell-Parker ITC (Ret) Frank Kocik ITCM (Ret) Paul Hileman ITCS Corona and many others whose names I have forgotten, but whose influence I have not forgotten. Thank you all.
Date: 12:12am
From: YNSC(SS)(SEL) William Elliott Eagerton
Duty Stations: USS LOUISIANA (SSBN 743)(GOLD), COMSUBRON 17, USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21)
Comments: A privilege to be apart of here, thanks for the add!
Date: 12:05am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Arturo Suarez
Duty Stations: USS ESSEX LHD2/ LCS Crew 104
Comments: I want to thank CWO3 Joshua Patat, FCC (SW) retired Armaun Bartee, FCC(SW) Michael Skow, LTJG Beth Simpson, my current Chief's on LCS Crew 104, and every sailor weather it be junior or senior that has been with me teaching me things sometimes without knowing and helping me always become a better sailor, person and friend.
Date: 11:57pm
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL) Jason C. Crane
Duty Stations: USS Houston SSN 713, USS Florida SSGN 728 (G), UNSEAWARDEVCEN Tactical Analysis Group
Comments: Many thanks to all those chiefs who've trained and mentored me, especially the ones that took in a freshly busted-down-in-paygrade E-5 and got him back on the right path: FTC(SS) William Russler, ETVC(SS) Reginald Harvey (ret.), and the entire Chiefs' Mess on the USS Florida; ETVCS(SS) Dan Bellow for teaching me everything I know and waiting outside my mast with the detailer on the line so I could work for the best ANAV I've ever known (thanks, boss). And to my father, RMC(SS) John Crane (ret.) for teaching me what it was to be a man so that one day I might become a Chief.
Date: 11:34pm
From: MMNC(SS)(SEL) Joey Hernandez
Duty Stations: USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21)
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their never ending love and support. Thank you to all of the CPOs of the USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21), past and present, that I have had the privilege to work with for all of the guidance and mentoring my throughout my career.
Date: 10:42pm
From: LSC(EXW/AW)(SEL) Christopher S. Brengle
Duty Stations: NMCB 27, NCHB 13, HSV 2 SWIFT, VQ3 DET OFFUTT, JMF ST MAWGAN, NRD INDIANAPOLIS, USS ENTERPRISE
Comments: Thank you to all of my Shipmates that I have had the honor of serving with. Without you I wouldn't have made it to where I am today. A huge thank you to my wife for being my constant!
Date: 10:37pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(Sel) Alexis N Clark
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Great Lakes, Field Medical Service School Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, 2nd MLG Camp Legeune, Navy Recruiting District Parris Island, Navy Operational Support Center San Antonio
Comments: Thank HMCS(Ret.) Jong Gamboa for being one of the first living examples of power and postive leadership. You taught me how to put God first, take care of my family and serve my country to best of my ability. For that, I'm eternally grateful.
Date: 10:25pm
From: CSC (Sel) Lucille Conley
Duty Stations: NBSD, LSC 101, COMNAVSURFOR, USS Rushmore, USS Sierra
Comments: I am Humbled and Honored.
Date: 10:10pm
From: CSC(Sel) Avegail Frigillana
Duty Stations: Naval Base San Diego
Comments: Navy Chief Navy Pride!
Date: 10:09pm
From: BMC(sel)(SW) Kevin Gorman
Duty Stations: NCHB-8, USS TYPHOON, PC Crew Mike, Naval Station Norfolk
Comments: It is a great honor to have made this far in my career and it wouldn't have happened if I didn't have great guidance from Chiefs and the sailors that I work with. Thank you all!!
Date: 10:08pm
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Kalin Jamar Byrd
Duty Stations: TPU
Comments: I would like to thank all the young sailors I've had the honor of working with and the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs I've been fortunate enough to work for. And last but certainly not least my family whose been with me every step...
Date: 09:57pm
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) William E Pykus
Duty Stations: CWG-6
Comments: It is a honor and a privilege to be selected to join your ranks. I truly hope to learn everything I can from everyone to make me the Best Chief I can be and help support the Mess. I would like to thank every chief I have served with because I know that every last one of you had a hand in me becoming who I am today. I would also like to thank my family for everything they have done for me, the long deployments without me, being oversea away from family and friends, every long night waiting for me to come home.
Date: 09:50pm
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Paul Cummings
Duty Stations: Present: NAS Jacksonville Past: NASKEF ICELAND, USS JFK, NCTS BAHRAIN, NOSC NEW ORLEANS, IRAQ, COMDESRON TWO THREE, CYBER PROTECTION UNIT 553.
Comments: I would like to thank this Great Mess for never giving up on me and pusjing me to want to be here!!
Date: 09:47pm
From: FCAC (SW/AW) (SEL) Patrick J McCoy
Duty Stations: USS Winston S. Churchill DDG-81
Comments: Honored, humbled, and thankful to all those who played a part in my journey here, as well as all who make this the best fraternity in the world. Looking forward to finishing my transition and being truly initiated into the Mess.
Date: 09:38pm
From: CTTC (IW/SW) (SEL) Brendan J Stansell
Duty Stations: Defense Intelligence Agency
Comments: I just wanted to thank the mess for all of the mentorship over the years. I have learned from many Chiefs and will continue to for many years. NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 09:12pm
From: NDC (sel) Christopher R. Burns
Duty Stations: USS Shoup (DDG86), USS Emory S Land (AS39) - now USNS, Naval Base Guam, Mobile Diving Salvage Unit One, 2D Marine Division (2D Reconnaissance Battalion) -Current-
Comments: A true Honor to be Selected and know part of this US Navy tradition. I thank my family, friends, retirees, and fellow sailors. It's going to be a tough road ahead but thats what I said when I enlisted 13.5 years ago.
Date: 09:03pm
From: MAC(SEL) Thomas Powers
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman
Comments: First i would like to thank my Family for supporting me in the Navy and all of the hard work it took to get this point in my career, i do this for them keeping them safe and happy which ever duty station i am at, also a big thanks to all of the Chiefs and leaders i had coming up though the navy who also got me to this point I'm not one with words all i can say is thank you!
Date: 09:02pm
From: HMC (FMF) (Sel) Christopher J. McIntyre
Duty Stations: 3d Marine Raider Battalion
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors past and present that have impacted my Naval Career. You all are truly a blessing to my family and I.
Date: 08:51pm
From: AWOC(Sel) Mark Moreno
Duty Stations: VP-30
Comments: I want to thank all my sailors, mentors, and predecessors who got me here. Fellow retirees who told some good advice over the years. Not to mention my wonderful wife who through this process is my rock and my foundation. Hooray fellow selectees. Lets get this done. Navy Chief Navy Pride!!!
Date: 08:38pm
From: HMC(Sel) Derrick Ragland
Duty Stations: NRD Pittsburgh, Naval Branch Health Clinic Atsugi, MAG-31, MAG-36, MAG-31
Comments: Hail and greetings venerable webmaster. It would be an honor if you would allow this Selectee access to the Selectee section of this website.
Date: 08:05pm
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) WILLIAM DAMOND WILEY
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D EISENHOWER CVN69, NRD DALLAS, USS ENTERPRISE CVN65 (2nd tour), USS GEORGE HW BUSH CVN77 (plankowner), NRMD NORFOLK, USS ENTERPRISE CVN65 (1st tour)
Comments: First and foremost I thank God for this accomplishment, being selected at 19yrs and 362 days in the Navy was such a blessing. To my wife who have supported me throughout my career, my kids who have lived without there dad these last 2.5 years, thank you and I love you always. To all my Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs (you know who you are) who stayed on me, mentored me, and guided me throughout my career, I say thank you. I have the watch. To my friends, thanks for being there, thanks for supporting me and my family. Last but not least, my Sailors, thank you, I will continue to mentor and mold my future reliefs to help uphold all our Navy traditions. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE
Date: 07:57pm
From: NDC (DSW/EXW/SW) (Sel) Taylor C. Arney
Duty Stations: NSWC PCD, NDSTC, MDSU-TWO, SRF-JRMC DET SASEBO, EODMU-17, USS WADSWORTH (FFG-9)
Comments: My first Chief, SKC (SW) Andreen, taught me the most valuable lesson I ever learned in the Navy. "Look it up!" Best advice I ever got! Thanks, Chief.
Date: 07:54pm
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jamar DePriest Williams
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER(CVN-69), USS JOHN C. STENNIS(CVN-74), USS GEORGE WASHINGTON(CVN-73)
Comments: As we are hot and heavy in this joyous season, I am sure everyone reading this understands that my time is limited. I just want to say thanks to everyone that played a part in my growth and development and I acknowledge that this is a symbol of my junior sailors and brothers and sisters success. Thanks to you all, you know who you are.
Date: 07:34pm
From: NDC (SEL) Jorge L. Vasquez
Duty Stations: Navy Experimental Diving Unit, Panama City, FL
Comments: I am grateful to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs past and present for their dedication and guidance throughout my career. And I want to thank my family for their support through the years, without whom, I would not have become the person I am today. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 07:17pm
From: CTTC(SW/NAC/AW/IW) (SEL) Joshua Catellier
Duty Stations: USS Chancellorsville
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Sailors that I have had the honor to serve with over the years. Also, the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that pushed me to be the man I am today. I could not be here today without the amazing OT Division that I have had the privilege to work for over the last two years onboard USS Chancellorsville. And last, but certainly not least my amazing wife and family back home.
Date: 06:09pm
From: FCC(SEL) Daniel Thomas
Duty Stations: USS Doyle FFG 39, TSC Great Lakes, LCS Crew 109
Comments: Huge blessing and honor to join a community with such a rich history and heritage!
Date: 05:44pm
From: BMC (sel) Charles A Baukman
Duty Stations: NWS EARLE
Comments: I am honored and humble to be going throughthis process and to come out on the other side ready to give back! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE
Date: 05:43pm
From: MMC(Sel) HERIBERTO GONZALEZFERNANDEZ
Duty Stations: USS HOWARD
Comments: THANK YOU, I'M LOOKING FORWARD ON THE NEXT FEW WEEKS.
Date: 05:17pm
From: ITC (Sel) IW/EXW/AW Jeffrey M Deal
Duty Stations: VP-30 | VFA-94 | SRT1 | NCTAMS LANT DET ROTA | CNRSW SD | BUPERS
Comments: This amazing accomplishment was created through the actions of my Sailor's and Mentors. I've had an unique opportunity to learn from some of the smartest and brightest our fleet has to offer. Big shout out to my mentor HMC Pierce. Thank you for always guiding me North and covering my six. Your leadership and direction is what I strive to emulate and pass on to future Sailors.
Date: 03:15pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Christopher B. Lopez
Duty Stations: USS PINCKNEY DDG-91
Comments: I would like to thank the past and present Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who have guided me along the way. Additionally I would like to thank all the Sailors who I have ever served with and my amazing Wife for always supporting me. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 03:06pm
From: HMC(SW) (SEL) Danielle Rose Duty
Duty Stations: NBHC Panama City
Comments: Humbled and honored! Thank you to all my Shipmates who have played a role in my life over the past 12 years. To my family, I love you and wouldn't be where I am today without you. Congrats everyone!
Date: 02:33pm
From: AWRC (NAC/AW/SW) (SEL) Mark W. Brown II
Duty Stations: HSL-41, HSL-45, MTOC SELFRIDGE, NOSC DETROIT
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their tremendous support, love, and constant encouragement. Without you none of this would be possible. To all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs past and present, thank you for paving the way and keeping with the greatest of time honored traditions our Navy has come to respect, emulate, and cherish. Your contribution continues to set an exemplary role model for all Sailors. The words thank you will never be enough for the Sailors I’ve had the privilege of leading throughout my career. Your success is my success. I embrace the opportunity to pay it forward. I hope to see your name one day on this log!
Date: 01:52pm
From: LSC(Sel) Jarvis Reed
Duty Stations: NAS Jacksonville, USS George Washington, USS Ronald Reagan, FISC Groton, USS Bonhomme Richard
Comments: Greetings. I've been in the Navy for 14 years and is a former SK. I have been on 3 deployments and 3 RIMPACs. Happy to be here.
Date: 01:12pm
From: AEC(SEL)(AW) Joseph Milbouer
Duty Stations: NRD NY, VAQ-138, VAQ-129, VFA-22, VFA-27, VFA-122
Comments: I want to thank the Chiefs who I had the privilege of working for in my career and the junior sailors who I led for getting me to where I am today.
Date: 12:46pm
From: MMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Hannah G Myers
Duty Stations: SWRMC
Comments: Thank you to all the mentorship from DCCM Geer and MMC S. Jones.
Date: 12:11pm
From: ITC(SW/AW/EXW/PJ)(SEL) Steven Hahn
Duty Stations: HSC-3 (San Diego, CA) CCSG5(Yokosuka, JA) NSWDG, NOSC SAGINAW(Saginaw, MI)
Comments: Thank you to each and every sailor that has helped me get to this point. It has been an honor to serve in the Navy on U.S. soil and overseas with amazing shipmates, marines, soldiers, airmen, and coast guardsmen. My family's sacrifices have been my rock on sturdy ground throughout my career. Thank you God for watching over me, my family, my shipmates, and our Country!
Date: 10:58am
From: YNC(Sel) Keitron D. Logan Keitron Logan
Duty Stations: United States Fleet Forces
Comments: I would not be here if it were not for the hard work on those Sailors that have been under my charge. I am here only because of them.
Date: 10:07am
From: GSEC(sel) Josh Cochran
Duty Stations: USS Carney
Comments: Hooyah Snipes!!
Date: 09:08am
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) SUI CHEN GRAY
Duty Stations: ACU-1
Comments: This is QMC select Gray, I am really glad I have a opportunity to get on this page and communicate each other.
Date: 05:07am
From: ENC(SW/AW) (Sel) Walter C. Williams
Duty Stations: USS Squall PC 7
Comments: ENC(SW/AW)(Sel) Williams reporting for duty
Date: 05:06am
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Takeyia D. Brandon
Duty Stations: COMLOGFORNAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: Thank you to all of those that worked alongside to get me here. Truly an honor.
Date: 04:44am
From: LSC (SEL) Joseph R. Cupp
Duty Stations: CTF-53 Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank all of the great Chiefs throughout my career who have molded me and prepared me for this unparalleled milestone in my career. Specifically, LSCS (RET) Alberto Diaz and LSCS Quinn Kelly. HOOYAH!
Date: 04:43am
From: CTRC(SW/IW)(SEL) Brandon M. Bell
Duty Stations: CG 62 USS CHANCELLORSVILLE
Comments: Navy Chief Navy Pride! CTRCM Anthony Spiller has been my guide and mentor for 14 years, from my first duty station when he was selected to CTRC to now. I would not be here with out his mentorship all these years. Additionally, the following people have had a deep and significant impact getting me to this point. CMDCM Larry Louviere (Ret.) CMDCM Alicia Barnes (Ret.) CMDCM Jason Dunn CTRCS Kat Youngblood (Ret.) CTNCS Tiffany Jackson ETCS Moore HMCS Connolly CTIC Serena Jackson CTRC Jason Ayres CTTC Christopher Weatherly CG 62 OT Division! All the Sailors that have put their trust and faith in me over the years, I would not have made it this far without you!
Date: 03:27am
From: LNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Artisha Bing
Duty Stations: Navy-Marine Corps Trial Judiciary Southwest
Comments: I am both greatful and humbled by this accomplishment. Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that have molded me into the Leader I am today. There are so many to name but I want to give a special thank you to YNCS Lakesha Rose. Thank you for your guidance and for continuing to challenge me to be more and do more.
Date: 12:51am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Lorn F. Swallow
Duty Stations: VFA-146
Comments: I want to thank all the CMCs, Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that helped me get here. Thank you for taking the time to mentor and guide me, even though I did kick and scream. Thank you for being patient.
Date: 12:44am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Bardwulf Becker
Duty Stations: VFA-147
Comments: Completely humbled to join the worldwide CPO Mess!
Date: 12:37am
From: AMC(Sel) Ben Turner
Duty Stations: VP-94 CRAWFISHERS NOLA, AIMD NOLA, FRC NOLA, FRC FT WORTH, VR-54 REVELERS NOLA
Comments: It wasn't just the Senior leadership that helped along the way, it was the junior troops that taught me things I didn't even know about myself. My Senior leadership guided me to get here but it was the Junior troops the got me here.
Date: 12:35am
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) Michael A. Corrales
Duty Stations: HSL-60, NOSC Schenectady, PSD Jacksonville, NAVREG SE RCC, ETD Sigonella, USNAVSO/FOURTHFLT, NR OSU, NR ESG-3
Comments: First off, the privilege of being selected to wear a fouled anchor would not have been possible without the Senior and Junior Sailors I have served with through out my Navy career. Due to the risk of leaving one of my Sailors or Leaders out, I will not give some long drawn out list. However, I will say that those Sailors and Leaders who have served with me know who they are and I am forever grateful for their mentorship, guidance and support. It is because of them that I have the great honor to refer to you all as my GENUINE brothers and sisters. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 12:12am
From: ICC(SEL) Saul Hurtado
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE (LSD 36), USS MOMSEN (DDG 92), AFN NAPLES ITALY, AFN DIEGO GARCIA, NCTAMS ROTA SPAIN, USS RAFAEL PERALTA (DDG 115)
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 12:02am
From: AWRC(NAC)(SEL) Robert Hassin
Duty Stations: HSL-41/HSL-43/HSM-41/HSM-78/HSM-41
Comments: I am grateful to have been selected as part of the FY-18 CPO Selection. I want to thank my junior Sailors, my peers, my various Chief's Messes, my officers, and especially my family. They have had as much impact on myself as I have had on them if not more. I look forward to this season and the wealth of knowledge and networking to come.
Date: 11:44pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) JAMES LAWRENCE GARDINER
Duty Stations: USS CARDINAL, USS HALYBURTON, SIMA MAYPORT, SERMC MAYPORT, USS CARNEY, TSC GREAT LAKES, NSA BAHRAIN, ACU1
Comments: THANKYOU TO EVERYONE THAT BELIEVED IN ME AND MOLDED ME IN WAYS I CANNOT THANKYOU! AND OTHERS CANNOT UNDERSTAND. ENCS TIMOTHY CLINE RETIRED(FIRST CHIEF!!!) ENCM SHANNON THORNTON RETIRED(2ND CHIEF!!!) ENC FOSS RETIRED(THIRD CHIEF!!!) I DO KNOW THE ORDER OF ALL MY CHIEFS BUT WANT ALL OF YOU TO KNOW ITS AS EASY AS COUNTING 1,2,3. I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN OF YOU THIS ORDER WILL NOW CHANGE. ENC BAUTISTA, ENCM ORAWE, MMCM NICK HANSEN, ENC DANNY ENRIQUEZ, GSCS VIDAL BING, GSCS LOUIS PEREZ RETIRED, NCCS TURNER, NCC GARY COUMBE, ENC NATE ARMENDARIZ, QMC WILKERSON!(THANKS FOR THE PUSH JIMBO!) WOULDNT HAVE DONE IT WITH OUT YOU! ENC EDWARD YOUNG! AKA DONNY OR GOOSE-DISEASED. LOVE AND MISS YOU BROTHER! GSMC KEVIN DEMUNBRUN, BMC MARTY FLORES, NCC REEKA MILLER, OSC PATRICK ARTHUR, ENC AMADOR TOVAR, EMC JONES, ENC RONNIE JONES, BMC DARNELL HALL, ITC OJ CHAVEZ, DCC TONY GUERRA, LSC JED CONSTANTINO. EMCS MILLER, MAC JONES, QMC PULIDO, QMC RICHARDS.
Date: 11:34pm
From: YNC(SW/IW)(SEL) ELIVIAN TAWANDA BUSH
Duty Stations: USS LEYTE GULF (CG 55)
Comments: A big shout out and thank you to ITCS Theresa Riley, and YNC Jilliane Hill.
Date: 11:27pm
From: CMC(SCW/SW)(SEL) Darwin A King Jr
Duty Stations: CNE/A MPP 413, NMCB 26, CBMU 202 Det A, ACB 2
Comments: I want to thank the tough but protective & pro-active Chiefs earlier in my career, without your influence and patience I would not be here today. I also want to thank my junior troops who I know will be signing this log in the future, again I wouldn't be here without your hard work and sacrifice. I want thank my family and friends for their support as well. HOORAH Seabees!
Date: 11:23pm
From: LNC(SW/AW)(SEL) James Hills
Duty Stations: RLSO SE BROFF CORPUS, COMCARSTRGRU11, RLSO HI, NMC BCST DET ROTA
Comments: I am honored. Thank you to those who mentored me when I thought I didn't need it and continued to do so when I realized that I did. And a special thank you to the Mess at Carrier Strike Group 11.
Date: 11:21pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Kelvin Powell
Duty Stations: CNATTU Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chief's who impacted my career and helped me along the way. Like AOCS Brad Henlen, AOC Mike Hargadon, AOC Maurice Hankins, and AOC Mark Tucker, who gave me his anchors at his retirement. I truely appreciate all the guidance and support over the last 15 years.
Date: 11:02pm
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) KASEEM JAMAR YOUNG
Duty Stations: USS TARAWA (LHA-1), ACU-1, USS HOWARD (DDG-83), NRD SAND DIEGO, ACU-1
Comments: THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT EVER BELIEVED IN ME THIS A TRUE HONOR TO BE A PROSPECTIVE PART OF THE STRONGEST MESS IN THE MILITARY. I WANT TO GIVE A SPECIAL THANKS TO MMC BAILEY, OSCS WALTHER, NCC TALBOTT, OSC OLVERA, QMCS NAZARIOVELEZ, ENC TOVAR, ITC CHAVEZ, QMC VYVYAN.
Date: 11:01pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Levi D. Kvande
Duty Stations: LPD13, SUW DET 1, NRD DENVER, NBSD
Comments: I would like to take a moment to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs and shipmates who have mentored, guided, and supported me. You are the reason I am here today! I’d like to shout out to my inspiration and mentors: My wife Jennifer Daughter Breanna Mom Dad Sisters CAPT(retired) Young ENS Humble ENS Martzell NCCM Caronia CMDCS Schaefer FCC Lough RPC Quintanilla NBSD CPO MESS USS John Finn crew NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 11:00pm
From: ISC (IW) (SEL) Phil Webb
Duty Stations: STRATCOM
Comments: I want to thank Genuine Senior Chief Aligaen, Genuine Chief Dufault, Genuine Chief Perkins, Genuine Chief Erickson from USSTRATCOM as well as Genuine Master Chief Abren, Genuine Senior Chief Kyer, and Genuine Chief Rainville from SOCCENT.
Date: 10:51pm
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) JEREMY DAVID GOWIN
Duty Stations: ACU-1(2ND TOUR), USS RENTZ, USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN, JBPHH, ACU-1(1ST TOUR)
Comments: THANK YOU TO THOSE THAT GAVE ME A SECOND CHANCE AND BELIEVED IN ME, SUPPORTED ME, GUIDED ME, MENTORED ME, TRAINED ME, AND PUSHED ME: QMC COCO, QMC STEPHENS, MAC JONES, BMC HALL, QMC WILKERSON, NCC MILLER, QMC WHITE, BMC MARSH, RADM GROCKI, CDR LANTIER, CDR MCCOLLUM, LCDR LAUNDON, MAJ POTTS, LCDR GONZALES.
Date: 10:44pm
From: QMC(SEL) Brian Jones
Duty Stations: Naval Base San Diego USS Russell USS Chancellorsville DLI Lackland AFB USS Nimitz
Comments: I want to take this time out and first thank GOD. I want to thank my family for standing by my side. I want to thank QMC Runner for her support and guidance. I want to thank MACS Gooch for being my motivated force and to show me that a chief is a chief to all sailors not only those in your rate. I want to thank QMC Galvan for giving me the knowledge and leadership to become a successful chief. I want to thank YNC Knight for helping me put my LTB together even through was pregnant and her time zone was two hours ahead for mine.
Date: 10:43pm
From: STGC (SW/IUSS/AW) Armando Pena
Duty Stations: COMDESRON TWO
Comments: I would like to thank MAC Walski, STGC Martin, STGCS Rabideau, STGCS Sterrett, GMC Lalley, every Chief that has touched my career. Thank you!
Date: 10:31pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Alejandro Lemos III
Duty Stations: Assault Craft Unit One
Comments: I will do my best in all I do Because I remember I OWE.
Date: 10:28pm
From: ISC(Sel) Katherine Zehner
Duty Stations: USSTRATCOM
Comments: Very grateful thanks to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that taught me all I know, especially SCPO Shakeena Sparks, SCPO Steve Parks, CPO Cody Humphrey, CPO Darin Nikolaus, SCPO Misty Rambo, CPO Mike Heinz, and CWO3 (former SCPO) Brian Gish.
Date: 10:22pm
From: HTC(SW)(Sel) Steven J. Adams
Duty Stations: Assualt Craft Unit One
Comments: Absolutely ecstatic to have been selected to the CPO rank. Looking forward to going through the season with my fellow selectee's. I Appreciate the help I have received over the years. Especially from the following: HTCM Cook(ret.), HTCS Lyon, HTCS Garcia, HTCS Aguila, HTC Jones, HTC Kelly, HTC Herradera and many more.
Date: 10:20pm
From: YNC(SEL) Christopher J Valma
Duty Stations: JFCC GLOBAL STRIKE
Comments: I am very humbled to be able to be where I am because of many, many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that straightened me out on the path to success. There is no way I could do anything in my career without them.
Date: 09:49pm
From: ITC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Nathan Brown
Duty Stations: VF31, LOGSU 2, MCD 2, NSWATC DET LITTLE CREEK, USS FIREBOLT, USS WINSTON S CHURCHILL
Comments: This thank you goes to all the sailors I've had the pleasure of working with and for. Without you this wouldn't have been possible. Once again Thank You!
Date: 08:28pm
From: CTNC(IW/EXW)(SEL) Trevin Benford
Duty Stations: Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command
Comments: Thanks to all my mentors couldn't have done it without you. HOOYAH
Date: 07:49pm
From: MMC (SEL) Wesley Sampson
Duty Stations: HST CVN 75
Comments: Navy Chief! Navy Pride
Date: 07:46pm
From: BMC(SEL) Nicholas A. Dicicco
Duty Stations: USS Bainbridge DDG 96, USS Dwight D Eisenhower CVN 69, CSCSU Great Lakes , USS Iwo Jima LHD 7 (Current Command)
Comments: Wow where do I begin. Couple names I would especially like to shout out for there mentoring and constant guidance leading to this journey BMC Carlos Rivera(RET), BMC Darrel Florence(RET) BMC Andre Griffin(RET) and BMC Greg Williams. Last butnot least. Thank you to all my Junior Sailors, all I had to do was guide and the rest has been all of you and your hard work and extreme success can't wait to see some you at this point in the future. This has been a dream come true. Thanks to all once again
Date: 07:39pm
From: AMC (SEL) Daniel Kozlowski
Duty Stations: CVN-75 AIMD, FRCSE DET Mayport
Comments: No comment
Date: 06:37pm
From: MTC(SEL) Kris Kollmorgen
Duty Stations: USS KENTUCKY (SSBN 737)(Gold)
Comments: FY-18 Selectee checking in. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 05:29pm
From: CMC(SCW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Andrew Burns
Duty Stations: NCG2 / NMCB 27
Comments: I'd like to thank all my mentors and people who took the time to make me the Seabee I am today. I would also like to thank the Seabees who have worked with me and for me past, present and future. Thank you all.
Date: 05:10pm
From: YNC(EXW)(SEL) Amy E. Foran
Duty Stations: NRD JACKSONVILLE, CFLSW, SOCFWD-EA, NOSC FORT WORTH
Comments: All I can say is that I'm honored.
Date: 05:07pm
From: LSC(AW/EXW/IDW) (SEL) Thomas James Joyce III
Duty Stations: CNATTU OCEANA
Comments: Big thanks to Mike McShane (AOCS, Ret), Todd Lowe (YNCS), Sherman Stokes (LSCS, Ret), Kenny Semones (ADCS), and all of the Sailors who have worked me for over the last 14 years that are a huge part of why I was selected for Chief Petty Officer. Thank you all!
Date: 04:59pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Christopher Tucker
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman
Comments: First I would like to thank God, then my wife, and all the Sailors that I've had the pleasure to serve.
Date: 04:33pm
From: CSC(Sel) Roderick J Baker
Duty Stations: Ncbc
Comments: Thank you to my junior and upper personnel that help me get to this point
Date: 04:27pm
From: AMC(AW/PJ) (SEL) Brian S Myers
Duty Stations: HSL-44/HSM-74/VX-1/NSW
Comments: No comment
Date: 04:04pm
From: HMC (FMF)(SEL) Osvaldo Diaz
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: I would like to thank Master Chief Coates, Senior Chief Pacheco, Senior Chief Tabura, Senior Chief Kerlick, Chief Sladek, Chief Harrell (RET), Senior Chief Tyson and Senior Chief Klein. Without a doubt all the Sailors that challenged me to be better. Above all my family and close friends that continued to support and encourage me to keep the faith and continue to work hard. THANK YOU ALL.
Date: 04:03pm
From: ACC(AW)(SEL) Matthew Dunn
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S TRUMAN
Comments: Tremendous feeling and a tremendous opportunity to join the most elite brother- and sisterhood in the world. NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 04:03pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Kevin Jurek
Duty Stations: NMC San Diego; 1st Marine Division; NH Guantanamo Bay; VMFA-323, 3d Marine Air Wing
Comments: A special thanks to all the Genuine Chiefs and all my junior Sailors for helping me achieve this honor.
Date: 03:19pm
From: YNSC(SEL)(SS) Anthony A. Vickers Jr.
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Comments: I'd like to thank my first COB MTCM(SS) Gary F. Aston(RET) for seeing something in me that I did see at the time if not for him and YNSC(SS) Derrick S. Sinegal (my first LPO), I would not be in the Navy today especially as a CPO(SEL). Also I'd like to thank my first Chief, YNC(SS) Jason P. Nelson. I learned a lot from him and he helped me be the leader that I am today. Thanks to everyone else who has had an impact in and on my life. I our this opportunity to all of you.
Date: 02:59pm
From: SWC (SCW) (SEL) Brandon Morse
Duty Stations: NOSC Detroit
Comments: I would like to thank Genuine Senior Chief Wilkinson, Genuine Senior Chief Hall, Genuine Chief Perez, Genuine Chief Sanders, Genuine Chief Ray, SW1 (SCW) Boucher and CM1 (SCW/EXW) Morse, James.
Date: 02:38pm
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Krystal Lumsford
Duty Stations: USS NEW YORK (LPD 21)
Comments: Extremely Blessed and Proud! There are so many to count but I would like to thank all the junior Sailors and Senior Leadership that helped me to get here. If I had to pick one single leader who made the biggest difference in my life it would be Misty Rambo! A Chief that never let people underestimate her and an amazing leader! CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Krystal Lumsford
Date: 01:41pm
From: PSC(SW/AW)(SEL) ISAIAH FLOWERS
Duty Stations: USS SENTRY(MCM3)
Comments: Good morning CPO Mess. I am so thankful for this opportunity to be here. FY 18 will not let you down.
Date: 01:09pm
From: GMC(SEL)(SW) John Speth
Duty Stations: USS DONALD COOK
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 12:53pm
From: MAC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Keith T. Cianci
Duty Stations: SEAL Team TEN
Comments: No comment
Date: 11:21am
From: BMC (SW)(SEL) Andres Chavez
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD-6
Comments: I AM ABSOLUTLY HUMBLED TO BE GIVEN THE CHANCE TO BE PART OF OUR NAVY'S BACKBONE!
Date: 10:57am
From: HMC(SCW)(SEL) Jeremiah J. Schneider
Duty Stations: NOSC Sioux Falls, NMCB-15, NAVHOSP Jacksonville, NAVMED Clinic Quantico, FMSS Camp Lejeune
Comments: I would like to Thank the following Master Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Chief's: MSCM Robert Webster HMCM Judy Elliott MACS Jamie Keatts HMCS Gerald Axsom CECS Jeffrey Cheskie HMCS Hernandez LSC Jeffrey Grimes HMC Chuck Raborn HMC Rosie Baerwaldt HMC Glendon Richards I want to include the entire Sioux Falls, Des Moines, Omaha, and EMF Dallas Chief's Mess. Thank You to all the Junior Sailors that have been a vital part in this transition, with out your hard work and dedication I would not be where I am today!
Date: 09:30am
From: ETC(SEL) Jared Bradshaw
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ
Comments: Hi I am ETC(SEL) Bradshaw, Currently serving on the NIMITZ.
Date: 08:52am
From: PSC(AW)(SEL) Dean C. Pellum
Duty Stations: NOSC Fort Worth, CNRFC, PSD North Island, NAVREG SW RCC SD, VR-61
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected and I would like to say congratulations to all of the other selectees! Thank you to all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have helped me over the years with their guidance. To the junior Sailors, I've had the opportunity to lead I would like to thank you as well. To my amazing family for all their love and support, I wouldn't be able to be here without you.
Date: 07:39am
From: MUC(SW)(SEL) W. Bradley Parrish
Duty Stations: Navy Band Great Lakes, Navy Band Mid-South, USFleet Forces Band, NRD Richmond
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs that mentored me and led by example.
Date: 07:28am
From: MAC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Jacob LeCount
Duty Stations: MAREXSECRON 2; NAVSTA Everett SECDET; COMSEVENTHFLT
Comments: I would like, really, to thank the chiefs who got me to where I am today: CMC Patrick Otis MACS Christopher Kati MACS Lee McGuire MACS Adam Singleton BMC Jimi Partyka GMC Kyle Shafer MAC David Menke Every Chief helped me achieve what I have today, the good and the bad. The outstanding leaders above helped shape me into the person I am today.
Date: 07:25am
From: ABHC(SEL) JULIUS G. REVECHE
Duty Stations: SWO LEARNING SITE SAN DIEGO
Comments: ABHC(SEL) REVECHE LOGGING IN AS INSTRUCTED.
Date: 07:24am
From: MCC(SW/AW)(SEL) John Smolinski
Duty Stations: NPASE East Det SE, USS Iwo JIma (LHD 7), Fleet Activities Yokosuka, USS Nimitz (CVN 68)
Comments: I am humbled and honored to be selected. Thank you to all who served our country before us for making this possible.
Date: 03:23am
From: EODC (EWS/EXW/SW/AW/FPJ) (SEL) Nicholas Clark
Duty Stations: EODMU 12
Comments: I would like to personally thank the following chiefs for seeing in me what I could never have envisioned was there. The future prospect of a Chief Petty Officer. PCC Gutierrez - My RDC at RTC FORCM Herdel EODCM Mendenhall EODCM Stillwell EODCM Burton EODCM Brower EODCM Hall EODCM Treible EODCM Jurgens EODCM Fellman EODCM Harris EODCM Stansberry EODCS SCOTT COOPER DAYTON *RIP* EODCS Martin EODCS Virgilio EODCS Bryant EODCS Pickett EODCS.......I could literally go on forever with all the old goats that got me here. I am forever greatful to all of you and will never be able to pay you back. simply put I owe, not just you but the junior sailors and officers that will be put in my charge.
Date: 03:01am
From: PSC(AW/IW)(SEL) Joshua Lee Mitchell
Duty Stations: Naval Special Warfare Unit TWO, PERSUPDETT Okinawa, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron Two Four, Patrol Sqaudron Thirty, Ceromonial Guard
Comments: I want to personally thank PSC(Retired) Nick Vanderwall and PSC(Retired) Michael Hearron for guiding me through the PS rating and helping me achieve his pinnacle point in my career. Special thanks to SOCM David T. Salisbury for believing in me and guiding me on the right path. V/r, PSC(AW/IW) Joshua Lee Mitchell
Date: 02:19am
From: FCC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Marcus Ames
Duty Stations: CNE-CNA-C6F DET GAETA, CSCS DET WEST, USS VELLA GULF (CG 72)
Comments: First i would like to take the time to thank the Father for watching over me and putting the people in my life that helped me get to where i am today. With that being said i have to thank the greatest influence on my navy career. FCCM Sheila Ann Langejans. Her leadership, guidance and steel toe boot was the push that FC3 Ames needed in his life to get on the right track. had it not been for her lessons I wouldnt have been selected this year, and i might not be in the navy at all. I would also like to thank FCCS James Officer. I learned a lot from him while being an instructor, personal and professional. All those lessons where greatly appreciated. Also FC1 Marcus Ferguson and FC2 Thadues Tyler taught me how to just be a man in the navy. That went a long way into developing me into being a better sailor. Lastly I would like to thank my family. My dad AT1 Rodney Edwards. My Mother YN2 Velma Edwards and my sister MCC(SEL) Latrice Jackson. Family is the corner stone on which we should all stand. These are the people that instilled in me the values that i live by. Thank you all who have played a part building my career. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!! V/R FCC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Marcus D. Ames
Date: 02:03am
From: MCC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Elijah G. Leinaar
Duty Stations: Yokosuka Japan
Comments: First and foremost; thank you to the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have guided and mentored me throughout my career. Special thanks to; Master Chief Donnie Ryan, Master Chief Tony Sisti, Master Chief Mel Weatherspoon; Senior Chief (Ret.) John Harrington, Senior Chief Jonathan Kulp, Senior Chief Paul Cage, Senior Chief Rhonda Burke; Chief Darryl Jones, Chief Courtney Tillman, Chief Ryan Wilber and Chief Chris Tucker. While there are more, you have all had a major hand in mentoring, guiding and building me up to where I am. I am eternally grateful and am a better person because of you. Thank you for encouraging, inspiring and smacking me back to reality when needed. You are all fine Navy Chiefs!
Date: 01:42am
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Alejandro Diaz
Duty Stations: HSM-79
Comments: I would like to say "thank you" to all my past and present Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs from my duty stations. HM-15(1999-2004) HSC-3 (2004-2007) HS-2/HSC12(2007-2012) CNATTU NASNI (2012-2015) HSM-79 (2015-PRESENT)
Date: 01:37am
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Aguinaldo Adam. M Aguinaldo
Duty Stations: VFA-25, CNATTU Lemoore, VFA-146
Comments: I wanted to thank everyone who has gotten me to where I am today! But I want to send special thanks to the following Master Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Chief's that have mentored me: CMDMC Happli CMDMC Peterson ATCS Gladding ADCS Contreras AOC Greene AOC Foskett AOCS O'brian AOC Hayes AOC Roland AMEC Steven ADC Sachow AFCM McKinney And the biggest shout out to my Junior Sailors who will someday be where I am right now!!
Date: 01:31am
From: AWFC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Jose Santos Maldonado
Duty Stations: VR-61, VR-55, NOSC Rock Island, Recruit Training Command, NOSC Rock Island, VP-30
Comments: It's been a bumpy road. I'd like to thank EVERYONE that kept me focused, checked on me when I was down, and made me what I am today. Not everyone I look up to made Chief. Nevertheless, in my eyes, they deserve to be mentioned. ADC Dixon LSCS Santiago ETC Timm AWFC Miller AE1 Macon ATC King AM1 Fortin AM1 Law AD1 Reines AM1 Shulte ADC Wilson AMCS Hale AWFCS Vernon ADCS Sandoval AWFCS Struckman AM1 Baker AM1 Schuchard AM1 Vanpelt AMC Hawver LSCS Demumbra STGCS Berrien HMCS Murphy ENS Moncada ENS Walthall GMC Moorehead MMCS Taylor ETC Weihert BMCS Thrasher ...and many more. Thank you all!
Date: 01:10am
From: YNC(Sel) Wade Benson
Duty Stations: NOSC Kitsap
Comments: I am excited for being selected.
Date: 12:06am
From: HMC(AW)(SEL) Megan M. Daniel
Duty Stations: NOSC Whidbey Island, VR-61, NOSC Jacksonville, NMCRC Buffalo
Comments: I have blessed with so many mentors! I my first phone calls when I found out were: YNC Kazmar-Vaughn, PSCS Moreno, ATC King, ATC Harmon, PSC Breedlove, HMC Ball, ATCS Carlson, and my sponsor ATCS Bohanan.
Date: 11:48pm
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) Nicholas Byrd
Duty Stations: CRS1 JRB Fort Worth
Comments: I would like to thank all my sailors and Mentors who helped me get to this point. Thank you for my family for the love and support. Below are some shipmates who for sure helped make this happen. CW02 Jared Klevens LSC Junalyn Ramos HMC Mike Morang ITC Chenwai Wong ETC Alecia Woodin
Date: 11:07pm
From: AEC(Sel) Erik Ponder
Duty Stations: HSC-85, VR-57, HSC-85, VR-54
Comments: Thanks to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs and shipmates who mentored, guided me, and supported me to make it to this point! I'm ready to learn and have fun through initiation.
Date: 11:02pm
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Xica Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81)
Comments: It is an honor to be selected. I would like to thank all the Chiefs, junior sailors, mentors, mentees, and my family for all the support throughout the years.
Date: 10:31pm
From: EMNC(SW)(SEL) Zachary L Josker
Duty Stations: NPTU Charleston, USS George H W Bush (CVN 77), NPTU Ballston Spa, USS Nimitz (CVN 68)
Comments: First of all congratulations to all the other Chief Selects. I appreciate every opportunity that I have been given by some of the following people. EMNCM Kevin Cox EMNCS Joel Lattimer MMCS George Martin MMCM Milton McDonald I am sure that there are many more along the way that I have missed, but those are a few of the many that have supported me along the way. Thank you to all of the others that I have missed and I am sorry I haven't listed you in my thank you.
Date: 10:24pm
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Bradley Allen Ginter
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, 22 NCR, NMCB 1, CBMU 202, NMCB 7.
Comments: Heartfelt thanks go out to all of the great men and woman that have guided and mentored me throughout my career thus far. There are too many to name individually but I hope they know what an impact they've had on me. I am truly humbled to be selected and I look forward to the days ahead. I couldn't comprehend making it this far without the unwavering support of my family. They are my heart and my motivation. I love you more than words can express.
Date: 09:47pm
From: MAC(Sel) Heather Dolan
Duty Stations: NOSC Minneapolis, CNFJ
Comments: !!!!
Date: 08:26pm
From: QMC(SW)(sel) Phillip Lawson
Duty Stations: NRACU-1 DET. TAMPA, PATROL COSTAL CREW CHARLIE, USS PORTER (DDG-78)
Comments: HONOR! COURAGE! COMMITMENT! Huge thanks to the Chiefs who helped navigate me through the last 10 years. QMC(SW) Herrera (ret.) QMC(SW) Lewis (ret.) QMC(SW) Spears BMC(SW) Ross QMC(SW) McGhee GSMC(SW) Yount BMC Gill YNC Frey OSCS(SW/AW) Costa BMCS(SW/AW) Aliotta MMC(SW) Forsyth (ret.) MMC(SW) Miller (ret.) NCC(SW/AW) Feliz EMC(SW) Donatien (ret.)
Date: 08:26pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW)(SEL) Nick Sudduth
Duty Stations: 2DMARDIV
Comments: I would like to thank all my mentors and fellow Sailors I've had the privilege to serve with, it's because of YOU I am here, I apologize if I failed to mention you (there are many to thank): CMDCM Mike Smith HMCM (ret) Bryan Anderson HMCM Pete Rona HMCM Jose Romero HMCM Aaron Vandall HMCS Dante Cooley HMCS Cory Anglin HMCS Tim Fabrizi HMCS Mark Chesney HMCS Miguel Medina HMC Valerie Sudduth HMC Leslie Collins HMC Jane Nonthaveth HMC Asterik Knotts HMC Kristina Decena HMC (ret) Jessie Booth HMC (ret) Jodie Tison HMC Lamin Foray HMC Kelvin Mathis HMC Stephen Harris HMC Nick Hall HMC Phil Esteban HMC Michael Pabelona And many more...
Date: 08:24pm
From: BMC(SW/AW/SCW) (SEL) MICHAEL FIFER
Duty Stations: USS NEW YORK (LPD 21)
Comments: I HAVE HAD THE PRIVILEGE TO HAVE SOME AWESOME LEADERS THROUGHOUT MY CAREER WHO HAVE PAVED THE WAY FOR ME, I AM BEYOND EXCITED AND HUMBLED TO EVEN BE A SELECTEE. I CANT WAIT TO GET INTO THE MESS!
Date: 08:23pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF) (SEL) DANIEL WALKER
Duty Stations: Uss George Washington, NDC Camp Pendelton, 1st MLG, NHC Charleston, USS New York
Comments: Long time listener first time caller! Thank you to all the amazing leaders that have taught me everything I know.
Date: 08:20pm
From: ABHC(AW/SW)(SEL) Anthony L. White
Duty Stations: NAS Lemoore
Comments: Hooyah! I am beyond excited and humbled to experience and trust the process. The next six weeks are going to be life changing and I cannot wait to see what is ahead of me. I can only hope my journey leads me to be accepted into your CPO Mess. I will not fail my shipmates, family, or myself. Hooyah!
Date: 08:11pm
From: NCC(Sel) Rodney Goins
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas
Comments: Congratulations to all Selectees..
Date: 08:09pm
From: HMC(Sel) Bryan Cripe
Duty Stations: Mayport camp lejeune
Comments: HMC(Sel) cripe here and I'm just really looking forward to being accepted into the family.
Date: 07:53pm
From: HMC(FMF/EXW) (SEL) Shelby R. Mayfield
Duty Stations: 2ND MARDIV FMF
Comments: To each and every Sailor that I have had the opportunity to work alongside of, lead, and be groomed by, I humbly THANK YOU for every lesson, moment, and experience. For it is EACH of you that have brought me to where I am today, and you are the reason why I am a Chief Petty Officer Selectee. Thank You. HMC(sel)Mayfield, Shelby R. Chubbz
Date: 07:45pm
From: FCC(sel) Misty Wiggers
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise, MARMC, USS MASON
Comments: Thank you to all of my supporters, both past and present.
Date: 07:35pm
From: AOC(AW)(Sel) Timothy Davis
Duty Stations: NAVREG SE RCC FTW, NAF Washington D.C., HSC-84, NAS JRB Fort Worth Station Weapons
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who always motivated me to give 100%. They taught me no matter what you have to stay true to yourself. I would especially like to thank: CMDCM Strack AOCM Mays AOC Frable AOC Guild (Ret) Thank you all for keeping me on the right path!
Date: 06:51pm
From: CSC(SEL) Anthony Foster
Duty Stations: USS NEW YORK(LPD 21); Fort Belvoir Community Hospital; USS FARRAGUT(DDG 99); NMCB 4
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs, and senior enlisted that have, led mentored and guided me throughout my Navy career and molded me into the man and sailor I am today. I would like to personally recognize the following: CSCS Fitts LSCS Deleon ENCS Murphy ABHCS Respeto CSCS Mccormick CSCS Clemons MSGT Connor CSC Hemingway CSC Morel I hope to continuing to work hard to live up to the belief you have in me. Last but not least my wife Melissa. Thanks for dealing with me. I cannot make through my day without you.
Date: 06:25pm
From: FCC(Sel) Jeremy Glasgow
Duty Stations: USS ROOSEVELT (DDG 80), NRD PHOENIX, USS SPRUANCE (DDG 111), USS DEWEY (DDG 105)
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that touched my career. I would not have been selected without your support and guidance. I am so greatful for the opportunity to join the Chief's Mess.
Date: 06:13pm
From: CTTC(SW/AW/NAC/IW)(SEL) Ryan M. Berton
Duty Stations: USS DONALD COOK (DDG-75)
Comments: This is what I joined for, glad that I am finally here. Thanks to every one who supported me throughout the years, and so happy to disappoint all the people who told me that I would never make it!
Date: 06:04pm
From: BUC(SEL) (SCW) Craig A. Kresge
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, NMCB 28, NCTC Gulfport, MS
Comments: Thank you to my wife and family for supporting me in getting to this point in my career. To all of my subordinates, thank you for all that you have accomplished and allowed me to be a part of. To my leadership, thank you for your guidance, wisdom, and time spent, molding me into who I am today. This is truly the most humbling feeling I have ever experienced.
Date: 05:50pm
From: HTC(SW) Sel George Davis
Duty Stations: USS LEYTE GULF (CG 55), NRD DALLAS
Comments: I would like to think my family first of all and for standing by through the thick and thin! Also, thank you to all my mentors for pushing me!
Date: 05:29pm
From: LSC (EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Cecil Stokes
Duty Stations: Seventh Naval Construction Regiment
Comments: I would to like to thank all my past/current leaders and the Sailors who helped me get here. You have all had an influence on me in one way or another.
Date: 05:07pm
From: LSC(AW)(sel) CHRISTOPHER STAUFFER
Duty Stations: NMCB25, CNFJ, VFA-125, VFA-113
Comments: I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that came before me. I hope I can uphold the highest standard that has been set by you all. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 05:00pm
From: OSC(Sel) Rondell Minor
Duty Stations: USS Bulkeley
Comments: Hooyah navy
Date: 04:49pm
From: QMC(sw)(sel) Sean Saccomandi
Duty Stations: USS Oscar Austin DDG79
Comments: I'd like to thank all those who have came before me and paved the way! It will be an honor to serve in this community.
Date: 03:11pm
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) LaTasha Torres
Duty Stations: USNH GUAM
Comments: I would to like to thank all my mentors and past/current leaders, who pushed me. I'd also like to thank all the Sailors who helped me get here. I wouldn't be here without them.
Date: 01:53pm
From: LSC(SW) (SEL) Larry V. Cybulski
Duty Stations: USS PINCKNEY DDG91
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have mentored and guided me throughout my Navy career. I would like to personally recognize the following: SKCS Kurts LSCS Fababier LSCS Santos LSCS Sanders LSC Lee LSC Celemin LSC Dulay LSC Faraday LSC Quiatchon LSC Manlangit LSC Griffiths LSC Scales LSC Cummings LSC Miranda LSC Trujillo LSC Carandang
Date: 12:03pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Justin Gunderson
Duty Stations: USS Carr(FFG-52), RTC Great Lakes, USS Paul Hamilton(DDG-60)
Comments: Thank you to all the past and present chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs for the guidance and support to get me to this point. I hope to make you proud.
Date: 11:17am
From: ADC(SEL) Casey Hutson
Duty Stations: VP-1
Comments: Very grateful for the support from my leaders, peers and subordinates for helping me get to this milestone. Couldn't have done it without them.
Date: 10:55am
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) SAN JUANA MARTINEZ
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 111
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs and retired CPO's, everyone of you had an influence on my navy career and you are all part of the reason I got selected.
Date: 10:34am
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Gregorio Salazar Jr.
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 111
Comments: I want to thank all my sailors who over the past helped me get to this point because if it wasn't for them I would not be here today. I also would like to thank ENCS Deshain, ENC Francis (retired) and ENCM Magpantay (Retired) for guiding me and mentoring me to get me to this point in my career.
Date: 10:29am
From: ETC(SW) (SEL) FIDENCIO CASTELLANOS
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 111; NRD San Antonio, USS Simpson
Comments: Big thank you to all my junior personnel who have gotten me to where I am at now. Hope to see your names on the selection board soon. To the countless chiefs that have molded me to the man and sailor I am today. THANK YOU!!!
Date: 10:00am
From: ABFC(AW/SWIW)(SEL) JONATHAN GAXIOLA
Duty Stations: USS JUNEAU (LPD-10), USS PELELIU (LHA-5), NRD DALLAS, USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)
Comments: Thanks to all of the leaders , mentors and Sailors who we owe this selection to.
Date: 09:30am
From: AMC(sel) Anthony Lubrano
Duty Stations: VR-57, HSC-85, VAQ-209
Comments: Thank you to all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that believed in me, guided me, mentored me and helped me get to this point. Special thanks to AZCM Maldonado and AMCS Workman, without you I would not be the man or Sailor that I am today. Big thank you to all of the Sailors I have served with, I have learned so much from all of you.
Date: 08:48am
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Cameron E. MacKay
Duty Stations: NR ONI-1201, FT DIX; JICCENT 0597, FT DEVENS
Comments: It is apparent the direct impact Chiefs have on the entire U.S. Navy, whether it be on an individual or the institution as a whole. I am grateful for every Navy Chief who had that impact on me, and all of whom continuously motivate me to become a great leader. I am humbled by this opportunity to become part of the honorable Chief's Mess.
Date: 08:43am
From: PSC (AW) (SEL) Scott E. Whistler
Duty Stations: NOSC Harrisburg, PA; Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti; VR-53, Joint Base Andrews; FRC Midlant Oceana; PSD Afloat Atlantic; USS Arleigh Burke
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have mentored and guided me throughout my Navy career. I would like to specifically recognize: CWO3 BROWN, JOSEPH YNC BURNS, BARRY PSC CLUNIS, SHARIFAH PSC COURTNEY, EMMITT PSCS DICKERSON, HOWARD AWFCS GOLDSTEIN, NICHOLAS LSC HASSE, ANDREW CMDCM LINDSEY, JAMES LCDR MCINTOSH, GEORGE NCCS MUNOZ, NICOLE ISCM PATKE, CHRISTINE CWO2 SCANDRETT, MONICA YNC SIMMONS, MELISSA PSC TERRY, MICHAEL
Date: 08:15am
From: NCC (sel) Johnny Wilson
Duty Stations: NRD Los Angeles, NRD St Louis, USS Harpers Ferry, USS Germantown
Comments: Thank you so much. So happy to be here.
Date: 08:03am
From: ADC(AW/SW)(SEL) Hugo RAMIREZ
Duty Stations: VAQ-132
Comments: First off I want to thank every Sailor I have ever come across and every person I've had the privilege to work for and everyone who as ever worked for me or with me. I know im going to forget a lot of you and I apologize for that. Just know I love you all. ADCS Ramos, AMC Layton, AMC Kosakowski, AMCS Cacho, ATCS Parks, ADC Suarez, ADC Castaneda, AFCM Manuszak, AFCM Adams. LT HAAN, Chicken wing, Cartman.
Date: 07:51am
From: CMC(SCW/EXW/SW)(SEL) David A. Sitone
Duty Stations: NMCB-11
Comments: I'd like to thank everyone for your support, wisdom shared and patience.
Date: 07:45am
From: EOC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Cory Merrell
Duty Stations: NCG2
Comments: This selectee would like to thank everyone who guided me along the way.
Date: 06:36am
From: AMC(AW/SW)(SEL) William Elliot Pullen
Duty Stations: LHA-5, VFA-125, VFA-27, VFA-106, VFA-81, Currently CNATTU Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank every Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief for giving me the opportunities to excel, for having the courage to trust me, the mentoring good and bad, and teaching me. I hope to be accepted in the mighty Chief's Mess and I will give it my all until I am. Thank you! -Billy
Date: 05:36am
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Vernon Searcy
Duty Stations: NMOTC SWMI
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has helped me get here.
Date: 03:06am
From: GMC(SW/IW/AW) (SEL) JEREMIAH THOMAS
Duty Stations: USS MUSTIN
Comments: Just want to thank everyone who genuinely helped me out with question...
Date: 02:06am
From: NCC (SEL) Domenic Guiliano
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco, NRD New England, NRD Buffalo, NMCB 27 DET 1827, USS Kittyhawk CV-63
Comments: Its an honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. Looking forward to being accepted by the mess and serving next to the greatest leaders in the world.
Date: 01:43am
From: LSC(SEL) Todd J Lowe
Duty Stations: LOGSUGRU2
Comments: I want to thank all the past and present Chiefs that have paved the way. All the Chiefs that have had an impact in my life have changed me as a person and a Sailor. I am so very happy and humble that the Mess has chosen me to be a CHIEF! I will always pay back what has been provided to me.
Date: 01:42am
From: NCC (AW) (SEL) Derek VanderLugt
Duty Stations: HC-3, HS-5, HCS-4, NRD Michigan, NRD Richmond, NRD Minneapolis, NRD San Diego
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to every sailor I have had both the pleasure to work with, and to lead. You got me here, and I will always remember your efforts. Thank you!
Date: 01:01am
From: EODC (EWS) (SEL) Daniel J Curzon
Duty Stations: EODMU11 DET Fallon
Comments: Many thanks to EODCS Taylor and many others for showing me the ropes and making the man I am today
Date: 12:59am
From: AOC (SEL) Thurman McDowell
Duty Stations: SFWSP
Comments: Thanks to my Wife, Family and Friends! Shout out to all the Sailors on the USS GEORGE WASHINGTON/USS RONALD REAGAN! SHOUT OUT to RTC Great Lakes and all my RDCs and recruits that were under my charge, VFA 213 Blacklions, USN CEREMONIAL HONOR GUARD, and SFWSP Lemoore past and present!!!
Date: 12:34am
From: OSC (SW/EXW/AW) (SEL) Walberto Lucio
Duty Stations: NRD LOS ANGELES
Comments: I'm grateful to all the Sailors that have influence me and guided me to where I'm today. Thank you!
Date: 12:14am
From: ITC(SEL) Kimberly Parker
Duty Stations: COMCARSTRKGRU TEN
Comments: Thank you to all my Past and Present leadership. I have learned something from each and everyone you.
Date: 12:09am
From: ABEC(SEL) Michael Dale Vertrees Jr
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON CVN 70
Comments: First and foremost I don't believe there's enough space on this deck log for me to write the amount of Sailors I want to thank for getting me to where I am today. I knew when selected not only how honorable it was for me but to my shipmates onboard and throughout the fleet. Seeing their reactions, heartfelt hugs and countless congratulatory messages just gives you an indescribable feeling in your body that I wish all mankind could feel once in their life. My Sailors always come first in praise but I would be foolish not to even think I also wouldn't be here without the guidance, mentoring and drive my Chiefs have done for me. I know my weeks, months and years ahead will be challenging because of the unknown, but I embrace that challenge. I want that challenge to better me not only as a person, but a Chief who can pass on the knowledge and watch his Sailors grow.
Date: 11:57pm
From: NCC (SEL) Sitthikorn Kanjaiya
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District Los Angeles
Comments: Thank you very much.
Date: 11:52pm
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Michael Pasquale
Duty Stations: VFA-15, AIMD Mayport, VFA-213, ASTC Pensacola
Comments: I would like to thank every Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief who played a part in getting me to this point in my career! There are way to many to list!!
Date: 11:45pm
From: SHC(SW/AW) (SEL) TRISTAN BUGAYONG
Duty Stations: NRD LOS ANGELES
Comments: its an honor to be selected to be SHC and be part of the Chief Petty Officer Mess.
Date: 11:42pm
From: FCC(SW/IW)(SEL) Jake Paul Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS Green Bay(LPD20) 2011-2016. NRDLA 2016-Present
Comments: I was so surprised to get the call from the CO I jumped up and down! My two biggest mentors, and a very large reason I was selected, were FCC Kasey Detmer and FCCS Robin O'conner. Their guidance and leadership shaped me into the Sailor I am today. Thank you Chief and Senior Chief. I also could not have done this with out the support of my family. I am really excited for this opportunity to be accepted into the mess. Thank you all.
Date: 11:38pm
From: ADC (sel) Steven Lawrence
Duty Stations: SFWPD Fallon
Comments: Good evening . I'm glad we're selected. Let's finish strong and earn those anchors!
Date: 11:32pm
From: HMC(Sel) Tun Min
Duty Stations: Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED)
Comments: It is honor and privilege to join Word Finest United States Navy's Chief Mess.
Date: 10:59pm
From: OSC(Sel) (SW) Kyle Carlson
Duty Stations: USS FORD (FFG 54), USS CROMMELIN(FFG 37), FACSFAC PEARL HARBOR, USS MICHAEL MURPHY(DDG 112), USS HALSEY (DDG 97), USS PORT ROYAL (CG 73)
Comments: Extremely humbled to be selected. Could not have done this without my Sailors help.
Date: 10:51pm
From: MCC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Jason J Perry
Duty Stations: Navy Public Affairs Support Element West(current), Submarine Group Two, Naval Medical Center San Diego, USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Navy Recruiting District Ohio, Naval Media Center Broadcast Detachment Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet
Comments: I am incredibly humbled to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer. I look forward to learning and growing with you all. I would like to personally thank Command Master Chief Jim Rabb for his guidance and direction. Chief Al Bloom for taking the time to teach me. Along the way there have been and continue to be several more. Force Master Chief Wes Koshoffer, Fleet Master Chief April Beldo for her compassion and motivation, Master Chief Melissa Weatherspoon, Chief Greg Badger, Chief James Thierry, Command Master Chief Larry Lynch and the entire chief's mess of USS Makin Island, Master Chief Donnie Ryan and the chief's mess of NPASE WEST and COMCAM PAC, there have been so many more and I will reach out and personally thank you.
Date: 10:46pm
From: EOC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) LeighAnna Herring
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, CSFE DET FLW, PW SOUDA BAY, NMCB 3
Comments: To all those who didn't give up on me and continuously pushed and challenged me, I can't thank you enough!
Date: 10:42pm
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Randall Sullivan
Duty Stations: SWFPAC, USS MAINE (SSBN 741)(BLUE), USS NEVADA (SSBN 733)(BLUE)
Comments: I would like to thank my family and friends, my past and present Shipmates for all their support and faith in me over the years!
Date: 10:39pm
From: NCC(sel) William Davis
Duty Stations: NRD Los Angeles , NRD Raleigh, NRD New Orleans
Comments: Most Honorable, More Honorable, Honorable Chiefs I'm thankful to God first and foremost. My parents and sibling and my daughter for my personal life. NCCS Kerion set me up with a great rinc and great words of encouragement as a new second class recruiter. Shoutout to NCC Donald for mentoring me from a second class, Shoutout to NCC Selina for being my motivation always. Thanks. AZC Mary, you kept me pushing. Thanks.
Date: 10:33pm
From: EOC (SCW) (SEL) James R. Shipman
Duty Stations: NMCB 133, NAVFAC EURSWA, ACB-1, CSFE DET FLW, EODMU-1
Comments: Special thanks to CMCM Douglas Tennyson, you helped mold me in to what I am today and helped make this possible. I want to thank my Father Command Master Chief (Ret) James A Shipman. Your are and have always been my greatest mentor. And of course, my wife Frances, she made all of this possible with all her support. Many thanks to all who have mentored me, and the outstanding Seabees I had the pleasure to lead, allowing me get to this point in my career.
Date: 10:32pm
From: ETC (SEL) Will Klingler
Duty Stations: EODESU-1, CSCS Det West, LCS Crew 201 aka Independence Blue
Comments: I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the Chiefs that have guided me through the years. Particularly ETC (Ret) Paul Bollen, FCCS Brooker, ETC (Ret) Ed Jordan, and ETC Rich Suniga. These chiefs have all directly impacted who I am today and provided me with the ability and opportunity to join their mess. Their words and knowledge were great but more so their genuine concern and involvement in my career. I would also like to thank all of my Juniors who have believed in me and followed me and also provided me with their knowledge, opinions, insights, and sometimes their backs because without them I wouldn't have the privilege to be called a select.
Date: 10:23pm
From: GMC (SEL) Corbin Pope
Duty Stations: USS Rushmore, LOGSUP-1, SOCNORTH
Comments: I look forward to working with all of you.
Date: 10:18pm
From: NDC (SEL) DSW/EXW/SW Alan C Dewitt
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operational Support Unit Ten, Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit Two, Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center, Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center
Comments: Hooyah Deepsea!!!
Date: 10:17pm
From: ITC(IDW/EXW/FPJ/SW)(SEL) Caleb Korrell
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT
Comments: This is such an amazing honor! Chiefs are always looked up to and I cannot thank the people who have helped me achieve this goal enough!
Date: 10:11pm
From: ATC (AW) (SEL) Christopher Muise
Duty Stations: Current: VP-8, Past: VAW-115, U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, VP-26
Comments: I want to thanks all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that have helped my through out my career.
Date: 10:11pm
From: ITC(IW/SW) (SEL) Trent C. Thurman
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT
Comments: This has been a goal of mine since joining the Navy and I view this as a major honor. Thanks you to all of those that have helped me get here.
Date: 09:59pm
From: ITC (IW/SW/IW) (SEL) Paul Cummings
Duty Stations: NAS Keflavik, USS John F Kennedy, NCTS Bahrain, NOSC New Orleans, COMDESRON TWO THREE, Cyber Protection Team, NAS Jacksonville
Comments: It is an honor to be selected and feels amazing my day finaly came. I'd like to start with thanking the following Senior Enlisted Leadership who had the patience to navigate me on this course to selection; ITCM Don Jarrett, ENCM Quinten Taylor, ITCM Steve Crisp, ITCM Gabriel Sermeno, FCCM ret. Aaron Petric, FCCM Joe Hartwell, ITCS Helen Allen, CTNCS Cliff Brown, ITCS ret. Sam Hill and ITC Ed Thayer. Through their tutelage, I would have never led a large scale Cyber Mission, the 15 Ships of the Little Beavers, or a successful IA to Iraq as a Foreign Military Advisor. Thank for the selection and the chance to get accepted in the Mighty Mess!!!
Date: 09:59pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Vernon Searcy
Duty Stations: SWMI NMOTC
Comments: I want to thank everyone who has helped me along the way.
Date: 09:42pm
From: BMC(SW/SCW)(SEL) Lance STOECKEL
Duty Stations: USS RAMAGE (DDG 61)
Comments: Congrats to all the FY18 CPO selectees.
Date: 09:40pm
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Keith Neville
Duty Stations: NAS Jacksonville VP-8
Comments: Thank you to all the leaders I have had the pleasure to serve with. I am here because of you.
Date: 09:28pm
From: YNC(SEL) Aaron Carter
Duty Stations: NSA CHARLESTON
Comments: I would like to thank the following: YNC BEASLEY, BRENDA PSC KEEL, ALEX ITC WHITE, KENJI CSC FEARNO, KYLE ADCS WHARTON, ANDERSON PSC KING, JAMES YNC YELDER, CHALANTAY YNC BROWN, CHRISTINA ITC BAEZ, PABLO YNC BABBS, LASHEEMA CWO3 WASHINGTON, DEMARCO CSC VASQUEZ, ALEX YNC LEWIS, TIFFANY DCCS JONES, MIKE MACS CRANDALL, ROMAN MMCS RAMIREZ, GUSTAVO PSC CABRERA, ROBERT
Date: 09:18pm
From: SOC (sel) Andrew J. Portmann
Duty Stations: ST-2, ST-4R, OST-2, ST-18
Comments: Thanks to all those that came before me who had the dedication and drive to get us where we are today. And especially those that made the ultimate sacrifice for this nation.
Date: 09:16pm
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Jason A. Duran
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting Station San Antonio
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected, my navigators ENC (SW) Mark Bilka and Command Master Chief (SW/AW) Patrick Holden kept on course!! Thank You I will never give up the ship!!
Date: 09:01pm
From: ITC (IW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Terrence Robinson
Duty Stations: Special Reconnaissance Team 2
Comments: Warrant officer benincasa Senior Chief Russell Williams SRT to leadership
Date: 08:50pm
From: CTNC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Rick Rickel
Duty Stations: COMTHIRDFLT, NAVIOCOM MARYLAND, CYBERDEFACT 64
Comments: Thank you to all the great Chiefs I've had along the way to guide me here. Most thankful for FCCM John Schwanke!
Date: 08:44pm
From: ENC(SW/AW/SCW)(Sel) Evelyn Padin
Duty Stations: SURGEMAIN Puerto Rico
Comments: Thanks for the opportunity. I thanks the SURGEMAIN community for all the support and mentoringship.
Date: 08:35pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Will Holter
Duty Stations: NRD Richmond
Comments: Thanks to all who have played a part in my selection. I am extremely humbled and honored.
Date: 08:27pm
From: LSC(SW/EXW/SCW)(SEL) Leo MCCLINTON
Duty Stations: USS FORT MCHENRY LSD-43, USS CARDINAL MHC-60, NHP PENSACOLA, RIVRON 2, NMCB-74, NMOTC, NORU
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:24pm
From: PRC(AW) (SEL) Hezekiah Wesley Tolar III
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: Navy Chief Navy Pride
Date: 08:11pm
From: ITC(SW/AW)(SEL) James Caruthers
Duty Stations: CARAEWRON ONE TWO SIX, HELMINERON FOURTEEN, CRUISE MISSILE SUPPORT ACTIVITY ATLANTIC, USS TRUXTUN, NCTAMS LANT
Comments: I am beyond words about being selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer as this was the #1 goal of my career. Thanks to all my past mentors (CMC Dominick Torchia, ITC Jeffery Hansen, FCCS Gary Elliott, GMCS Shane Miville, and many more) and to all the junior Sailors that worked very hard for me.
Date: 08:04pm
From: ABEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Michael Weis
Duty Stations: CVN 74 ; NAWCAD LAKEHURST, NJ; CVN 75
Comments: Looking forward to many years of shared knowledge,growth and insight.
Date: 08:03pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Herman Seijas
Duty Stations: USS CURTS FFG-38, USS OBANON DD-987, NAS KINGSVILLE, USS DONALD COOK DDG-75, NORFOLK NAVAL BRIG, CONSOLIDATED BRIG CHEASPEAKE VA, MRMC NORFOLK, USS ANZIO CG-68
Comments: Truly an honor to be joining the mess.
Date: 07:25pm
From: MAC(AW)(SEL) Sheila Jetton
Duty Stations: NOSC CHATTANOOGA
Comments: Honored to be selected.
Date: 06:59pm
From: CTTC(SW/IW)(SEL) Karyn Konrad
Duty Stations: USS Winston S. Churchill; NIOC Norfolk; USS Normandy
Comments: I'd like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that helped, guided and corrected me to get me where I am today.
Date: 06:22pm
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Aaron Martinez
Duty Stations: NOSC Los Angeles, JBPHH, Naval Base Pearl Harbor, USS The Sullivans
Comments: It is an Honor to have been selected to this great Hollowed Mess. Looking forward to learning with my Sister and Brothers, and being enlightened by Genuine Chief Petty Officers.
Date: 06:07pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) William Adam Trent
Duty Stations: USS Donald Cook DDG 75
Comments: It's an honor to be selected and I look forward to the challenge ahead. A huge thanks goes out to all the people that got me here today! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 06:04pm
From: HTC(SW/IW) (SEL) Ryan Keith Visage
Duty Stations: USS NASSAU, NPDB RAMADI, PORT OPS KINGS BAY, PRT KHOST, USS NORMANDY
Comments: THANK YOU TO ALL THE CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's that shaped and guided me to where I am now.
Date: 05:34pm
From: STGC(SW/IUSS)(SEL) Richard Mitchell
Duty Stations: USS MASON, USS CHURCHILL, USS LABOON, USS STOUT, USS GONZALEZ
Comments: I am humbled to have selected this year and attribute my success to MMCM(SS) Issac Ingram, STGCS Todd Cassell, STGCS Lloyd Young, STGCS Eisinger, STGC Murdock and STGC Korslin. More then anything have to thank my brother ISC Thomas Yates-Cobb. Thank you for guiding me and helping me to become the leader I have started to develop into. I can only hope to help someone in the ways that you have helped me.
Date: 05:34pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/IW/EXW)(SEL) Brian Barnwell
Duty Stations: HQ MARCOM, VFA-102, NAWMU-1, SDVT-2, MOBSECRON SEVEN
Comments: I would like to thank the 12 years of leadership from the CPO's Mess, without it, I would not be who I am today. Thank you for everything!
Date: 04:34pm
From: BMC(Sel)(EXW) Kyle Dahlke
Duty Stations: ACU-1 Great Lakes
Comments: I would just like to thank every Master Chief, Senior Chief and Chief that has guided me along the way. The deckplate leadership I've experienced in my Navy career is the main reason I'm in this position right now!
Date: 04:19pm
From: EODC(EWS)(SEL) Spencer Crawford
Duty Stations: EODTEU1
Comments: Honored to be selected, and excited to get into the season and the mess.
Date: 03:17pm
From: MAC (EXW/AW) (SEL) Aaron Fitzgerald
Duty Stations: NALF San Clemente Island
Comments: Thank you to the ones who kept me on the right path.
Date: 03:08pm
From: MAC (SEL) SW/AW Larry Seymore
Duty Stations: USS TORTUGA LSD 46, NPTU CHARLESTON, NAVSECFOR BAHRAIN, HSC5, NSA HAMPTON ROADS, USS BULKELEY DDG 84
Comments: What an honor it is being selected into the worlds greatest Navy's illustrious Chief Mess.
Date: 01:58pm
From: ITC(IW/SCW/SW/AW)(SEL) Keith Wandoloski
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE, USS BATAAN, CBMU 202, VFA 103, SPAWARSYSCENLANT NORFOLK, COMPCRON ONE
Comments: What an incredibly exciting time. I never could of imagined on Day 1 in the Navy of reaching this point. Truly the person who got me right was ITC(RET) Schmika "Mika" Robinson. Thank you!
Date: 01:50pm
From: BMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Ryan Sharma
Duty Stations: SWRMC
Comments: Its an honor to be selected to BMC and join the Goat Locker.
Date: 01:43pm
From: ENC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Angel O Romero
Duty Stations: SWRMC
Comments: I am honored to take part in the initiation process, I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have supported me and guide me the right path throughout my career also I would like to thanks my wife and my kids for being always there for me though out my navy career, thank you
Date: 01:28pm
From: NDC(DSW/SW)(SEL) Justin Andrew McMillen
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable, MDSU 2, NSWG-3 DET LCRK
Comments: It is an honor to be a part of this great Navy and selected into the hallowed halls of the Chiefs Mess.
Date: 01:10pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Demetrius Ward
Duty Stations: USS HOPPER, RTC GREAT LAKES, AND USS HOPPER
Comments: Thanks to everyone for keeping me on track.
Date: 01:03pm
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Joshua Claggett
Duty Stations: USS Emory S. Land, NCTS Bahrain, SOCCENT Al-Udeid AFB, NCWDG, EUCOM JAC, NAVCENT
Comments: This is the greatest honor of my life and am humbled to be selected. Thanks to all the outstanding Master Chief's, Senior Chief's and Chief's that have guided and steered me to this great achievement! I give all the credit to the Chief's that have shown the care and leadership to all Sailors in the United States Navy.
Date: 12:46pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Sally Stangler
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), USS Mahan (DDG-72), SOCCENT, NETWARCOM, JSOC, COMCARSTRKGRU FOUR
Comments: Up to the challenge and looking forward to joining the CPO Mess. What an HONOR it is to be selected!
Date: 12:42pm
From: GMC(EXW)(SEL) Hector Sustache
Duty Stations: NOSC Puerto Rico, Damneck VA
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected. I want to thank my family and all the CPOs that guided me.
Date: 12:25pm
From: AZC(AW)(SEL) Charles L. Simmons
Duty Stations: CVWR-20 (1999-2002), VFA-204 (2002-2006), FRC MA New Orleans (2006-2009), VFA-204 (2009-2013), VP-62 (2013-Present)
Comments: So proud to be at this moment in my career, and I'm even more proud to go through it with my brothers and sisters.
Date: 12:20pm
From: BMC (Sel) Frank Barone
Duty Stations: Surgemain NOSC Tallahasse, Bagram AFG, Defense Disposition Anniston AL
Comments: I am humbled and deeply grateful for all that those who have worked late in to the night to assure that I might have this opportunity. Thank You!
Date: 11:57am
From: MAC(Sel) Daniel Wiggs
Duty Stations: Camplejeune, NC Pearl Harbor HI, Norfolk, VA Kings Bay, GA Guantanamo Bay, Cuba USS Eisenhower, USS Mason
Comments: Happy to be here.
Date: 11:39am
From: BUC(SCW)(SEL) Trevis Gale
Duty Stations: NMCB 22, NCHB 13, NMCB 17, NMCB 15
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected. There are so many people that worked so hard (and now I am starting to realize what little of it I actually saw or was privvy to) to bring me to this point. I owe EOC Epps a debt of gratitude more than I could ever put into words. LT (BUC) Manahrt for challenging BUCA Gale to just get it done. Don't wait to be asked. Just jump in and do it. EOCS Seaman, CECS Cheskie, CUCS Hoffman, CUCS McQueen, UTCS Baxter, EAC Klimek, BUC Mixan, SWC Mollner, CMC Osborn, LSC Wright, BUC Blair, CTNC Holland, the entire NOSC Omaha CPO Mess and a whole bunch of others. Thank you for being mentors, friends, teachers, leaders, and for the occasional, but generally well-deserved, course corrections. Thank you to my family for making me into the person I am today. For the sacrifices you made and continue to make. I am so thankful for all of you.
Date: 10:57am
From: ETC (SW) (SEL) Jody Hassenfratz
Duty Stations: SurgeMain Norva
Comments: Thank you to all the Genuine Chiefs over the last 15 years who lead me to this point, especially the Genuine Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chief, current and former, of SurgeMain Norva over the past 5 years. Without their examples, guidance, and belief I would not be here now.
Date: 10:52am
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Devaye Kelley
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD
Comments: This moment is not mine alone. I would Love to thank ALL who helped me in my career and helped me achieve this tremendous milestone. THANK YOU! (in no particular order) for your guidance, mentor-ship, friendship and encouragement; ACCM S. Taylor, ACCS L. Brown, ACC G. Nairn, LCDR D. Smith, LT J. Williams, ACCS M. Chitwood, ACCS M. Harris, ACCS R. Love, AC1 T. Watson, AC1 J. Watson, ACC S. Phelan, ACCS Dorich, ACCM M. Strickland, ACC O. Campos, ACC C. Olanday, ACC C. Camp, ACC(Sel) J. Koble, AC1 J. Epperson, AC1 N. Woodlee, CMDCM K. Wilkerson, CMDCM T. Kelly, ACCS G. Sartain, ACC D. Gutierrez, ACC(Sel) D. Connor, ACC M. Akande, ITC A. Robinson, ITC B. Perry, ITCS D. Pabon, ITCM A. Mitchell, AC1 J. Oberholtzer, ACC(Sel) D. Bowman... and many more. Please do not take offense if your name was not entered... it's 0050 and I promise it is not personal. Thank YOU!
Date: 10:21am
From: SWC(SCW)(SEL) Hector Parada
Duty Stations: NMCB 25, Detachment NOSC Milwaukee
Comments: Thank you almighty G-d! It’s an incredible honor to be selected! I would like to thank the great leaders I have had during my career, who inspired me to stay the course and always reach for more. A special thanks to Master Chief Steven Panasuk, Senior Chief Craig Witts, and Chief Andrew Hushek. Thank you as well to my sailors, I will not forget where I came from and will provide for you every day. And finally, my wonderful wife, Heidi, who has supported me through deployments, training exercises, and everything else we have encountered.
Date: 08:34am
From: ISC (SEL) (SW/IW/AW) Mikal Brown
Duty Stations: VP-45,COMUSNAVSO/C4F,CNFK DET CHINHAE, USS FORREST SHERMAN DDG-98
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected and am grateful to my family, friends, and the many CPOs that have come before me. I want to thank the Mech Shop and Pelican family of VP-45 when I was just a young airman and taking me under their wing. I want to thank HMC Cordero every since 2005 you promoted before me at every rank but your motivation to be at your best at all times inspired me and I will always look up to you thank you for being my best friend. I truly want to thank CTTC (SW/AW) Jamison these past 3 years, have been the best guidance and mentorship I have experienced in my Naval Career and I can honestly say that you have molded me into the Leader I am today. "Beyond Reproach" now I actually get it. Last but not least I would like to thank the Forrest Sherman First Class and CPO Mess for the support of every evolution we went through together that's why the motto is "RELENTLESS FIGHTING SPIRIT". Now all that is said done I can not forget the best division ever OT division 2014-2017, from every obstacle to success, the reason why I am at this point in my career is because I had the best Sailors any Leader could ask for. "We are the Standard".
Date: 08:32am
From: GMC(Sel) Billy Kraus
Duty Stations: NOSC Milwaukee, USS Constitution Reserve Detachment
Comments: There are many people to thank for helping reach this monumental point in my career. First and foremost my family and two sons. A huge thank you also goes out to LSC Bailen, CMDCM Gray, HMCS Baldwin, CSCS Gatton, ENC Osmus, BMC Wetzel, BMC Shadwick, GMC Bieber, GMC Liley, GMC Schmidt, GMC Hocutt, DCCS Cramer, HTCM Wagner, YNC Kenseth, EMC Allen, ITCM Balder, and BMCM Grandsard amongst many others for your years of guidance. I would not be here today without your leadership and guidance. Congratulations to all the fellow selectees! Good luck on your seasons!
Date: 07:18am
From: QMC(SW) (SEL) Christopher Walls
Duty Stations: USS CHANCELLORSVILLE (CG-62); USS BENFOLD (DDG-65); USS AMERICA (LHA-6); COMNAVFORJAPAN; USS MCINERNEY (FFG-8)
Comments: This is an amazing honor and I am incredibly humbled to be included in the ranks of those who have been selected to earn the anchors.
Date: 06:56am
From: HMC(Sel) Steven Piedrahita
Duty Stations: 23 dental co
Comments: just looking to help out and network share information.
Date: 06:34am
From: HMC (FMF/SW/AW)(SEL) Eli Hernandez
Duty Stations: 1st Marine Division, Naval Special Warface Basic Training Center, Surface Warfare Medical Institute, 2nd Marine Division, Naval Diving Salvage Training Center.
Comments: LCDR. Percy, SBCM Babb, HMCS Bennett, HMCS Donohoe, HMCS Rawson, HMCS Duty, HMC Null, HMC Valverde, HMC Ibarra, HMC Mathis, HMC Deguzman, HMC Coambes, thank you all for your continued mentorship and guidance. I wouldn't be here today as a chief select without you all.
Date: 06:30am
From: BUC (SCW/DV) (SEL) Joseph D. Biccum
Duty Stations: NMCB 74, UCT1, NDSTC
Comments: What a surreal experience, hard work pays off! I would not be where I am today without the unwavering support and sacrifice from my family. Thank you to the my junior sailors who continue to challenge me everyday and trusting me to lead. Lastly, to all the Chiefs who have been involved in my career. You guidance, leadership, and sincerity: good, bad or indifferent has shaped me into the Sailor and leader I am today. Thank you! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 05:03am
From: ACC (SEL) Howard Lavese McCray
Duty Stations: NAS OCEANA
Comments: I am humbled by the selection, Excited for the process, and Grateful for the opportunity to serve.
Date: 05:02am
From: PSC (SEL) (FMF/SW/AW) James E Bohline II
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman, PSD Little Creek, VFA 213, NRD Minneapolis, Combat Logistics Battalion 3
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection to Chief Petty Officer. I am truly grateful to all of those that have helped me along the way, there are so many and if i forget some i am truly sorry. I think back to being a young Sailor who needed much guidance back in 2000-2001. There were 4 that still stand out in my mind. PNCM (RET) Leonard Tucay, PSCM Robbie D. Smith, PSCS Chad Ewell and PSC (RET) Brian Coles. As i moved on in my career their were a plethora of Chiefs that helped me understand my potential and what it means to lead Sailors. When i arrived at my current duty station the Chief's pushed me harder than i ever had before all the Chief's in the FMF embraced me as a PS although they were significantly all Corpsman and it made my transition to the green side easier. My direct leadership; LSC Moises Sanchez, HMC Terence Monton and HMC Sondra Zickmund really taught me what it meant to lead and step outside of my own box and embrace the programs that make Sailors successful. To all the Chief's that touched my career and helped get me here words cant describe my thanks i can only say how thankful i am for your guidance and mentorship.
Date: 05:01am
From: AZC(AW)(SEL) Charles Edward Mund
Duty Stations: VP-30, HSC-26, HSC-9, HS-3, FRCSE
Comments: Honor to even be able to post here! I just want to say thank you and how absolutely humbled I am, from the work I know my Sailors have put in to all the Chiefs that have helped me on my way to where I am today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Date: 04:57am
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Joseph Matthew Espinosa
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD-6)
Comments: I am honored to take part in the initiation process into one of my last personal/professional goals in the Navy, making Chief. I would like to personally thank all the Sailors under my charge at NCTAMS LANT DET HAMPTON ROADS, Norfolk, VA and USS BONHOMME RICHARD for their superior performance and support during some very challenging times, as I would not be where I am today without them. Additionally, I would like to thank CMDCM Jeff Alcott (posthumously), ETCS Andre Wallace, ITC Shawn Beiser, ITC Gary Spigarelli, and ITC Jonathan Henson, for their leadership and mentorship during my time under their charge, the lessons that I learned while working under them has without a doubt helped me achieve this goal!!
Date: 04:51am
From: YNC(Sel) Fausto M. Viera
Duty Stations: Submarine Squadron 16
Comments: I would like to thank God for the blessing and the opportunity to belong to the most distinguished Mess in the whole world. It is a privilege and an honor to be in this position and I am very fortunate to have made it this far in my Naval Career in such a short period of time. I would have not done it without the support of my family, especially my mother, her prayers, and her continuous push for me to always be a better human being. Thanks to all the great leadership that mentored me to get to this point and to my junior guys. I'm here for you people! Here is where the challenge begins.
Date: 03:42am
From: ADC (AW/SW) (SEL) Dain A. Franklyn
Duty Stations: HSM-37, DDG-93, DDG-112, FFG-48, FFG-57, HS-10, LSD-42
Comments: First and most importantly, I want to thank God Almighty who makes all things possible. To my family who has believed in me supported me and endured my deployments and long workdays, thank you. My son who is growing up so fast, I can believe you are 13 already, thanks for pushing me to be a better man because I know I must set a good example for you to follow. To my daughters who inspire me to work hard, thank you. My love, Latoya, you have been my rock through this incredible journey, and I cannot thank you enough. To the Chief's Mess of the World's Famous Easyriders of HSM-37, thanks for continually challenging me and never giving up on me...even when my faith wavered. To the Officers who trusted the Chiefs and afforded me the opportunities even when I wasn't the obvious choice, I say thank you. Lastly, but not least, all the Sailors that I have been fortunate to work with throughout my career, thanks for making me look good.
Date: 03:15am
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Alton Jerome Everett Jr.
Duty Stations: USS Winston S. Churchill DDG 81 USS Samuel B. Roberts FGG 58 USS The Sullivans DDG 68 USS Paul Hamilton DDG 60
Comments: Happy to have been selected. It's an honor to have the chance to be a part of such an elite brotherhood. Thanks to everyone for helping me get here. I could not have done it with out you.
Date: 02:54am
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Diego Paredes
Duty Stations: NRD SAN DIEGO, USS BOXER, USS ANCHORAGE, USS ESSEX, HSC-3
Comments: It's a humbling experience and really proud moment! Lots of training that we had learn along the way that wouldn't got me there Thanks a lot to all my mentors and CPO mess
Date: 02:51am
From: HMC(SEL) Charisse Javier Torres
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Comments: "No man/woman becomes great on their own. The people around them help to make them great. We all need people in our lives who raises our standards, reminds us of our essential purpose, and challenge us to become the best version of ourselves" -The Rhythm of Life. This accomplishment is not possible without my junior Sailors, peers, mentors, NATO Role 3, NH Okinawa and NHCP DCSS and Radiology department. To my rock Joneil Torres, thank you for the unconditional love and support. You sacrifice a lot so that I can be where I am at right now. Thank you for taking this journey with me. To Cesar Javier, Leila Javier, Jay Javier, and Encarnacion, Javier and Torres families, thank you. To Rusty Rapada and Senior Doggett, I know I am not the easiest one to mentor but your patience and dedication helped me get here, and I really truly appreciate it. Words are not enough to thank you. You made the impossible possible lol. To Jhune GCenteno, Ronelo Manalo Valiente, Reina Pimentel Valiente, Charito Cruz, Erwin Caoile, Jerween Realse Viola, Amy Velez Llanillo, Wilhelm Llanillo, NHCP Mess, North County Mess, FCPOA mess thank you! To Catherine Cardenas Marsh and Mhalou Teves-Nillasca, thank you for texting me the day before and cheering me, thank you! To Gaby Nguyen, Cynthia Burris, Jane Borja, Mark Lopez, Shannon Noceda, Aisha Williams-Rice I don't know how you guys kept it from me but it was a great surprise, thank you! To Mark Tumpalan, Gee Pamela Zuasola Wetterholm, Carlos Gloria Maldonado, Marie Marquez Vergara, Ken Johnson, I know I'm not the easy one to deal with lol but I really thank you guys! Thank you to everyone who congratulated me, it really means a lot to me. This is not the end, but only the beginning. I am humbled.
Date: 01:28am
From: EODC(SEL) Walter Pels
Duty Stations: EODMU 3 DET CHINA LAKE
Comments: As requested.
Date: 01:23am
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Christopher Paul Aufderhar
Duty Stations: VX-9, VP-46, NRD Minneapolis, VP-40
Comments: I'd like to say what an Honor it is to be selected. I owe the biggest thank you to AOC(AW/SW) Braden Jones for always pushing me to compete and continue to learn. This day wouldn't have happened without you. I'd also like to thank all of MCPO's, SCPO's, and CPO's that have stuck by my side through the tough times.
Date: 01:06am
From: HMC(Sel) Dixon Brown
Duty Stations: 1st Marine Raider Bn.
Comments: FMF Recon!!!
Date: 12:47am
From: HMC(SEL) (FMF/SCW) Esneider Herrera
Duty Stations: BMC MAYPORT, 2ND MARDIV 2ND BN 6TH MARINES, FMTB-E, NMCB FIVE, NMOTC HQ, CG 1 MEF
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to give all praise and glory to God, without him this career millstone would not have been possible. Second, my loving family for their unconditional, unwavering, and selfless love and support over the years. Finally, all the Sailors I have had the privilege of leading; you have played a vital and critical role. I am humbled, grateful at the opportunity to continue to serve in the world’s finest Navy. I would extend a special gratitude to my mentors over the years CMDCM Polanco, T. HMCM Willburn, K. HMCM Rebanna, S. HMCM Ruth, R. HMCM Azmitia, O. HMC Bernhardt, B. To name a few; Thank you for believing in me. Hoorah Navy.
Date: 12:40am
From: ITC(Sel) Ian T Morrisey
Duty Stations: USS Freedom, JFSC Det Arligton VA, NCTS Naples, VP-26, USS Gettysburg
Comments: I would like to thank my family for sticking by me for all these years. Without their support I wouldn't be here today. I'd like to give thanks to all the Chiefs that have helped me along the way and a special thanks to AZCS (Ret) Vince Hoium, LSCS Stephanie Lerette, ITC (Ret) Gary Williams and ETC Vaughn Miller. Without your support and guidance over the years, this day would have never come.
Date: 12:32am
From: NCC(SCW)(SEL) JIMMIE A. WATSON
Duty Stations: NRD Los Angeles, NRD Chicago, NMCB-7, Recruit Training Command (Staff)
Comments: First and foremost i want thank god for this opportunity and blessing of being selected to be potentially accepted into a exclusive family like no other. Its a dream come true and a honor to be selected!
Date: 12:19am
From: CEC(SCW/SW) (SEL) Wesley Malone
Duty Stations: NMCB14
Comments: I am honored to be selected. I know that I did not get here alone, it was because of the hard work of my sailors, and the outstanding mentors that I have had along the way; that got me here. This is the Greatest Day of my Life!
Date: 12:17am
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Janice Sapaden
Duty Stations: NMTSC NETE DETACHMENT SAN DIEGO
Comments: I am honor and humbling privilege to be selected and I would like to thank all of the GENUINE Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have supported me and "course corrected" me throughout my career. I would also like to personally thank all of my mentors throughout my career from past to present. I’m so humbled to Thank you to HMCM(Retired) June Centono, HMCS(FMF/SW) Christopher Owens, NCCS(SW) LaMondt Sanders, EMCM (Retired) Portugal, NCCM (SW/AW) Susan Garrow, and especially to BALBOA family for all the support and guidance. Thank to my beloved husband Carlito and my 2 kids who are always there supporting me with my journey in the Navy. Thank you all for everything you have done!!
Date: 11:55pm
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Dylan Wentworth
Duty Stations: NRD Nashville, VP-4, VFA-122, VP OP Det Kaneohe Bay, VP-30
Comments: I would like to thank my family first. I would then like to thank all the Sailors and Marines that I have had the honor and pleasure of serving by with and leading. Without them this opportunity would not be possible.
Date: 11:51pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Emilia Lopez
Duty Stations: USS John F Kennedy (CV67), ASD Keflavik, NRD Miami, HS-14,VQ-1,USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN69),NRD Nashville
Comments: I am truly honored. My selection would not be possible without the support of my family, the Sailors that I have lead who have taught me to be the leader that I am today and all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career. Thank you so very much!
Date: 11:43pm
From: ICC(SW)(SEL) Owen K. Aronhalt
Duty Stations: PCD USS Paul Ignatius (DDG-117)
Comments: I would like to thank my wife for being my strongest supporter for my career. I am very grateful that I was selected and wish all the hard charging board eligible FCPOs the best of luck in the future. I would like to personally thank HMCS Jason Fechner, ENCS Gary Thomas, YNC Justin Griffiths, ENC Cleve Miller, LSCS(ret.) David Momberg, CDR Shaun Murphy, CDR Chavius Lewis, CDR Courtney Minetree, CDR Dawn Ricketts,CDR(ret.) Stephen Jones, LCDR Chad Christensen, CMCS Steve Koch, and ENCS Wesley Blair. These extraordinary leaders have all taken the time to show me what true leadership was. They have been there to celebrate the great times in my life and also have been there to help me through the worst of times. I know for a fact I would not have made it this far without the great leadership from these folks. Thank you again!
Date: 11:25pm
From: ITC (Sel)(SW/IW/AW) Anthony Davis
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN, NCTAMS LANT DET HRDS, USS VELLA GULF, COMLCSRON TWO
Comments: I would like to start by thanking GOD for all the blessings hes bestowed upon me. I would like to thank all the Chief Petty Officers that have been there for me since day one; without them there is no way I'd be at this point. This Phase 2 process is tough; however it's my process and the only one I'll ever get so I am forever thankful for this opportunity.
Date: 11:23pm
From: ITC(SEL)(IW/SW/AW) Christina Watson
Duty Stations: C6F, NCTS SD, NMCI SD, CVN-76, FACSFAC SD, COMTACGRU ONE AND NCTAMS PAC DET PS
Comments: First and foremost I am overwhelmingly grateful to have been selected. I would like to thank my family for supporting me through the long days at work and time away. Thank you to All the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have had an impact in my personal development and career progression. I couldn't be here without you!
Date: 10:57pm
From: HMC(AW/FMF) (SEL) Melissa Burke
Duty Stations: 2nd MARDIV, NBHC Whiting Field, ASTC Pensacola, Naval Survival Training Institute, HSM-40
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my family for the support they have given me these last few years to achieve this goal. I would like to thank my mentors (HMCS Lewis, HMCM (ret.)Meekins, HMCM (ret.)Acuff and AWRCS (ret.)Page) (if I forgot to mention you, you are in my thoughts) throughout my career who have provided me the path and guidance to achieve this most secret rank. To the First Classes and junior Sailors who stood beside me through a number of learning periods, I would like to thank you for being alongside me. To the Chief’s Mess at HSM-40 thank you for helping me stay strong at my most trying moments. It is an honor to be part of the largest rate in the Navy!!
Date: 10:51pm
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Brian Yeung
Duty Stations: HSM-41
Comments: A great honor to be selected. Many thanks to all the friends, family and Sailors who have helped me along the way. I'd like to extend a special thank you to AMC Tan, ATC Rawson, ATC Dreaden and AECS Jenkiins for all their guidance and support.
Date: 10:51pm
From: HMC(SW)(Sel) Krystal N. Cavett
Duty Stations: CCSG-7, PACFLT, USS HARPERS FERRY, USS GERMANTOWN
Comments: Thank you to all of my mentors and leaders that helped me get to where I am. I am humbled to have been selected to be a Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy.
Date: 10:48pm
From: AZC(SEL) Jason Varner
Duty Stations: VP10
Comments: Blue/gold
Date: 10:45pm
From: FCAC(SEL) Chase Ashton
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG HOON DDG-92
Comments: Thanks to the many Chief Petty Officers who have helped me get to this point in my carrier. I will always remember to stay humble and remember those who have come before me.
Date: 10:38pm
From: AZC(Sel) (AW) Menell Bonn
Duty Stations: HSM-41 San Diego, Ca
Comments: I am so honored to have been selected for Chief. I would like to think everyone that helped me get here. I would like to think AZC Davis retired, Senior Chief Buck Dunn retired, and my dear mentor LSCS Yuvetta Abiera for always being there to guide me and helping me to stayed focused. I'd also like to thank the Maintenance Control Chiefs of VR-58 for pushing me beyond what I thought I was capable of. The journey here was tedious but worth every minute. I am honored and will forever be humbled to have been selected for Chief.
Date: 10:17pm
From: ATC (AW) (SEL) Jeffery A. Chinn, Jr.
Duty Stations: VP-8, CNATTU JAX, HSM-70, HSL-46, AIMD MAYPORT, HSL-44
Comments: It is a great honor to be selected, I want to thank all the genuines that have bestowed their wisdom and knowledge upon me throughout my career.
Date: 10:09pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) JORGE ANTONIO DELGADO
Duty Stations: NIOC NORFOLK, USS MITSCHER (DDG 57), NSA NAPLES IT, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), USS RAINIER (AOE 7)
Comments: Thanks to the guidance of great leaders: CMDCM Todd Mangin CTMCS Michael Sanico CMDCM Gustavo Beltra ETCM James Sizemore ETCS Russell Peterman NCCM Judd Timmons HMC Richard Moreno YNC Chad Shortridge Special thanks to: All NAVADMIN Department Sailors onboard USS MITSCHER (DDG 57) from Dec 2012 to Jan 2016.
Date: 10:02pm
From: ADC(SEL) Jeffery Walker
Duty Stations: Nas jax
Comments: So honored and blessed!
Date: 09:50pm
From: ISC(SEL) Nathan Espinosa
Duty Stations: ONI 1166
Comments: I want to thank my current Mess but also every Honorable Chief, More Honorable Senior Chief, and Most Honorable Master Chief I have interacted with throughout my Navy Career.
Date: 09:44pm
From: RPC (FMF/SW)(SEL) Zacharia K. Whitrock
Duty Stations: MCB Camp Pendleton, 1st Med Bn, 2d MarDiv, USS McClusky FFG41
Comments: Thank You God for all your provision and blessing. Thank you to all my Sailors both past and present. You are the real reason I was selected. Thank you to all my mentors for keeping my feet on solid ground.
Date: 09:34pm
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Paul Cummings
Duty Stations: Current: NAS Jacksonville. Past: NASKEF Iceland, USS JFK, NCTS Bahrain, NOSC New Orleans, Iraq, COMDESRON Two Three, 553 Cyber Protection Team
Comments: I would like to thank the following genuines in their guidance, trust, and patience to help get me here. ITCM Jarrett, Donald, ITCM Steve Crisp, ITCM Sermeno, Gabriel, ENCM Taylor, Quinten, FCCM Retired Petric, Aaron, FCCM Hartwell, Joe, YNCS Retired Klein, Jefry,ITCS Allen, Helen, CTNCS Brown, Cliff, ITC Retired Wesley, Horace, CTNC Mitchum, Jason, ITC Thayer, Ed. Hands down you all have been my motivation to get here. I'd like to thank Rear Adm Wilson, Jesse, Capt Retired Parker, William, Capt Zimmerman, Sherri, CDR Meehan, Zack, CDR Aurillio, LTJG Burkardt, Alex, and LTJG Vedder, Jason for offering me a chance to lead impactful missions. They had absolute trust in my abilities to lead in the absence of an OIC, AOIC, DLCPO, and SEL. Without them I would have never been offered a chance to lead as acting OIC for a large scale Cyber Domain Mission or be the N6 guiding the Radio Shacks on the San Diego Waterfront. Last, my family. Paul Senior and Junior who stood the watch before me and died valiantly in WW2 and Vietnam war to which I am honored to have their name, My father who pushed me young to grow into a man, My mother who put.me on this great earth and bestowed my manners, my grandparents who are no longer with me but never let me forget how proud they were of me, my Uncle Kirk who was also my Recruiter..even my Uncle lied to me as a Recruiter..JK, my Uncles Mark and Pete who started the Clay County Fire Department, proving you can be from dirt poor background and have the influence of the common folk, lastly and mist important...my loving wife Gina, she has been there for me every step of the way, she blessed me with my 2 year old son who just started walking the day before results, and has never gave falter to moving this great state. Thank you Goat Locker.org for offering a chance to share.
Date: 09:34pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Chris Mattocks
Duty Stations: CRS 8
Comments: Truly an honor to be selected! I'd like to thank my family, the sailors that I've worked with and the mentors that have guided and helped mold me. Special thanks to the GSMC(EXW/SW) Basham, GMC(EXW) Jeffcott, and GMC(AW) Martin.
Date: 09:33pm
From: ASC(AW/SW/IW)(Sel) Jefferson Tuazon Vargas
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE, CFAF AIMD MISAWA, USS KEARSARGE, FRCSE JACKSONVILLE
Comments: I would like to thank God, my family and the Sailors I served with. They were my motivation that led me to this success. However, I would like to mention KEARSARGE crew FY13-FY17 as they were the majority of the meat and potatoes in my success. Also, I would like to special mention AFCM Shepherd, Kevin; ASCS Toledo, Carlo; ATC Shrum, Dan; ASC Hansen, Donald; ASC Velasquez, Joselito; ASC Goss, Greg, AECS McGuffee, Alan, CWO2 Coffey; ABFCS Arber, John Paul for helping me create my thick skin that led me here.
Date: 09:31pm
From: AWRC (NAC/AW/SW) (Sel) Barry Hickman
Duty Stations: HSM-72
Comments: I want to say thanks to AWRCS John Watson, AWRC John Goings (Ret), AWRC Todd Fallin (Ret), ADCS Todd Ennis, PRCS Ryan Fitzgerald, ATCS Chad Flu Harty and AMC Jon Shorley. Thanks for all the advice, knowledge and leadership. I've learned much from all of you at some point in my career and I look forward to join you in the mess. AWRC (Sel) Barry Hickman
Date: 09:25pm
From: AWOC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Chris Quarles
Duty Stations: NOPF Whidbey Island , VP-45, VX-20, VP-47, MPRWS
Comments: I am truly humbled and honored to be selected for the rank of Cheif Petty Officer. I couldn't have made this journey with out the unwavering support of my family. This family not only includes my wife and two children but the countless number of sailors who supported me along the way and helped me become who I am today. I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who constantly pushed me. AWOCM Andrew Jeter, STSCS Jacob Poston, AWOCS Anthony Batz, AWVC Joe Bizak, AWOC Kyle Norton, AWFC Scott Cigno, AWVC Juan Navarro and AWOC Preston Scaramazzo.
Date: 09:15pm
From: HMC(SS/FMF) (SEL) Ralf Lange
Duty Stations: NAVSUBSCOL, USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781), 2D MARDIV
Comments: Honored to be selected.
Date: 09:04pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Rob Moody
Duty Stations: NRLFLTSUP DETACHMENT, VP-10, FRCSE, VP-46, FRCSE
Comments: Excited to have been selected this year! Wish there was more time in the day to thank everyone who has allowed me to earn this honor.
Date: 09:02pm
From: ITC(SEL) TIMOTHY L. KILGORE
Duty Stations: USS BULKELEY, PRT URUZGAN, NIOC NORFOLK, USS SHILOH
Comments: What a privilege and honor to be apart of the VERY FEW to have the opportunity to join the mess!!! Thank you to every Chief that has given me a tool from their tool box, but a special thanks to ITCS Ronnie K. Workman for being the most influential person to my career. When I needed you most, you were there to keep me grounded, train me and let me make mistakes. Because of you I am more prepared for this endeavor. I would also like to thank CMDCM Tony Guerin, ITCS (RET.) Brian Anglin, ITC Eric Young, YNC(RET.) Tonya Jones and ITC Androcleas Eleftheratos. The tools you provided me with weigh their weight in gold. Thank you to every ITSR, ITSA, ITSN, IT3, IT2 and IT1 that I have had the pleasure of serving with. Without them there is no ITC (SEL) Kilgore.
Date: 09:00pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Rebecca J. Ren
Duty Stations: Current is HSC-22, CNATTU Norfolk, FRCMA Norfolk, VAW-121 & AIMD Oceana
Comments: It's such an awesome feeling having been selected to Chief. I couldn't have done it with out the people I've lead and the mentors whom have guided me through my years. I would like to thank ADC Bob Simone,Retired, who has been my mentor for almost 13 years. Also would like to thank LSC Elizabeth Sampson, AZC Sharnell Green and ATCS Eric Mercier.
Date: 08:58pm
From: ISC(EXW) (SEL) Lindsey Cullins
Duty Stations: HSM-41
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected and am grateful to my family, friends, and the many CPOs that have come before me. Thank you to ISC Gilligan, ISC Watson, and ISC Wayne for showing me what it means to be a CPO.
Date: 08:57pm
From: HMC (SW/FMF)(Sel) Farrah Fleury
Duty Stations: VP-26; NDC Golf Coast;USS Carter Hall;NSHS;NMCP;TBS;NMPDC
Comments: First and foremost i would like to thank God for his grace and mercy and my family and friends for their support. Thank you to all my mentors who have help guide me along the way. I am truly HUMBLE and grateful.
Date: 08:55pm
From: HMC(FMF/MCD/FPJ) (SEL) Austen C. Hubbard
Duty Stations: 4th Recon Bn.
Comments: It's an honor to have been selected and I'm so grateful for this opportunity.
Date: 08:49pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Oral D Lewis
Duty Stations: USS JOHN P. MURTHA (LPD 26)
Comments: First and foremost I thank God for this honor. I would like to thank all those who never gave up on me when I doubted myself. Special thanks to LSCM Andre Carruthers who gave me his unwavering support. I also thank SHC H. Mitchell and CSC M. Cannon for all the words of encouragement when I was not selected upon my 6th and 7th look. It is a honor and privilege to be a CPO selectee.
Date: 08:48pm
From: CEC(SCW)(SEL) Justin R. Faison
Duty Stations: 22 NCR, NMCB 1, NIOC Suger Grove, WV, NMCB 133, CBMU 202, CBU 415, NMCB 4.
Comments: I am so thankful for all the hard work and dedication on my behalf from so many troops, leaders, and mentors that have influenced my career and allowed this opportunity to be selected possible. I have to especially thank my Wife and entire family for having my back at every turn and could not imagine doing this job without them beside me. I have to say a special thank you to CMDCM(SCW/FMF)John Cunningham, CMDCM(SCW)Michael Sigler USN ret., LSC(SW/AW/IDW)Larry Carrier USN ret., and CECS(SCW)Neal Fleming for their mentorship and guidance.
Date: 08:42pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Richard David Jordan II
Duty Stations: VP-8, VP-30, CVN-77, MNC Det Whidbey Island, VP-45
Comments: I would like to thank God first, because without him nothing would be possible. Next I would like to thank every Chief that has gone before me. You made it possible for me to achieve this mile stone in life. And lastly I thank my Family for always being there for me.
Date: 08:41pm
From: SWC(SCW)(Sel) Derek Willard
Duty Stations: NMCB 40, NSU State Dept., CBMU 202, NSU State Dept., NCTC
Comments: I was not selected on my own. I've had many mentors for which I am incredibly grateful. I'm sure I'll miss a few but I definitely need to give a special thanks to Jim Petty, Coogan Kennedy, Lole Chamberlin, Subrina Stallings, Weymon Weathers, and Dale Morris. I would not be where I am today if it were it not for your guidance, mentorship, and friendship. Thank you.
Date: 08:37pm
From: MAC(EXW/AW)(SEL) Jerrami Huitt
Duty Stations: Mobile Security Det 26, NPDB 1, NAS Key West, COMFLEACT Okinawa, NAS Fort Worth
Comments: There is a long list of people who have guided me to this point. I would not be where I am today without the love and support of my wife and kids. Throughout my travels in the World’s finest Navy I have had the opportunity to be mentored by the best Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs. I would like to give special thanks to Command Master Chief Kroshus, Master Chief Hancock, Senior Chief Greener, Senior Chief Hallmark, Chief Folendore, and Chief Noce.
Date: 08:11pm
From: BMC(SEL) Joshua Anthony Cuevas
Duty Stations: USS STETHEM (DDG-63) 07"-10"; PCU/USS SAN DIEGO (LPD-22)10"-13"; FLTACT CFAY YOKOSUKA PORT OPS 13"-17"; USS SHILOH (CG-67) 17"- PRESENT
Comments: There is not enough words in the human dictionary to explain or describe how I feel. I want to say thank you to few names, but there is so much more and apologize for not listing all names. BMC Fulwood BOSN Norris QMC Jansen BOSN Moreia QMCS Hopkins BMCM Moser BMCS Kerfien BOSN Flores BOSN Kessigner BMC Jaimes THANK YOU FOR YOUR WISDOM AND GUIDANCE
Date: 07:21pm
From: STGC(sel) (AW/NAC) Stephanie Balver
Duty Stations: VP-1, NOPF, MTOC-4, NOAD
Comments: Thankful for the selection and would like to thank all the people that lead and molded me as well as the sailors that I lead the made me a better leader!!!
Date: 07:01pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Christopher Brown
Duty Stations: USS KEARSARGE (LHD 3), USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), HSC-3, USS FRANK CABLE (AS 40), VFA-151, SPAWAR
Comments: My junior Sailors success got me here and my leadership taught me how to guide them to be better. With out the combination of great leaders to teach me and willing junior Sailors I would not be here thank you to everyone of them and their continued success. This was something I never expected and I'm still shocked to be where I am today. Now to fight and continue to lead more Sailors to take my place one day.
Date: 06:58pm
From: GMC(AW)(SEL) Keith Cagle
Duty Stations: Surgemain Nashville, NCB2 Gulfport, OSU NOSC Nashville, NAS JRB NOLA, NAF Washington D.C., VAQ-209
Comments: Hooyah! I am very honored and excited about being selected! Really, there have been many Chiefs, past and present, who have played a HUGE role in my Naval career and growth; so many that I don't think I could name them all. Also, there have been really good junior sailors who have helped me get here. I could not have done any of this without the entire Navy's support and team. Lastly, and most definitely not least, I want to thank my family to whom I owe eternal gratitude in supporting my military requirements.
Date: 06:57pm
From: CTTC(Sel) Caleb McGrath
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station
Comments: I am absolutely honored and humbled to become a CPO Select. I hope I can one day understand and use the lessons that I am offered through these 6 weeks.
Date: 06:47pm
From: ADC (AW) (SEL) Catherine G Larkin
Duty Stations: VP-30 / VP-45 / FRC SE DET JAX
Comments: It's and honor to share this achievement with fellow selectees, and look forward to the day when we are accepted into the World's Finest Chief's Mess. Thanks to the amazing Deckplate Leaders who paved the way for us.
Date: 06:47pm
From: EODC(EWS/EXW/SW/SCW/AW/FPJ)(SEL) Tyler Nilsson
Duty Stations: USS LASSEN (DDG 82), ACB-1, EODMU THREE
Comments: Grateful to everyone that helped me get here.
Date: 06:45pm
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Clifford Birt
Duty Stations: VRC-40, VAW-120, VRC-30
Comments: I'm truly honored to be typing this right now. The Sailors that I have served with and the leadership that have mentored and guided me on this path is the real reason my name was on the list. I'm humbled and excited to take this next step!
Date: 06:32pm
From: MAC(Sel) Jeffrey Thoennes
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Pearl Harbor HI, NAVSTA Guam, ECRC/PRT Nuristan Afghanistan, NSA Northwest Annex, NAS Souda Bay Greece, NAS Sigonella Sicily
Comments: I am absolutely honored to be counted among the FY18 CPO Selectees. I would not be at this point if it were not for the impeccable CPO leadership I have been privileged to learn from. I must also acknowledge the enduring patience and support of my wife who has been my bedrock all these years. Congratulations to all Selectees!
Date: 06:29pm
From: ETC (SW/IW)(SEL) Aaron Cole
Duty Stations: USS Howard (DDG83), NCTS Naples, USS Bunker Hill(CG52), NRD Houston
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that helped me, guide me and train me over the last 13 years. It is to you all that I owe my success.
Date: 06:15pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Patrick Babb
Duty Stations: USS Donald Cook (DDG 75)
Comments: Thank you to the USS Donald Cook Chief Petty Officer's Mess for guiding me through my selection.
Date: 06:12pm
From: LSC(EXW/AW) (SEL) ORANE D. GOLDING
Duty Stations: EXPEDITIONARY COMBAT READINESS CENTER
Comments: First, i would like to thank God for allowing me to reach this point in my career. Second, i would like to thank all my friends and family members for all their support through my many years in the military. And last but not least, all of my past and present Chiefs, SeniorChiefs, and MasterChiefs for all their wisdom, words of constructive criticism and words of encouragement that got me to where i am today. I am truly humbled and honored to have reached such a pinnacle in my life, and to be apart of something so unique and powerful. Thank you all and God bless!
Date: 05:55pm
From: FCC (SW/IW) (SEL) Jason Bonds
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE, NTAG PORTLAND
Comments: Thank you first and foremost to my family who has supported me and keeps me always in there thoughts and prayers especially my loving wife who has been the sound board during all of the challenges, made me a better man, and been a strong and courageous example that inspires me daily. Thank you to my Grandfather who peeked my interest in the Navy at a young age and taught me how to work hard and be a good man ("You did a really good job, try and do better!") ("Go at it like your killing snakes!") Hooyah AE1. Thank you to my First Chief FCC (SW) Conroy who showed me what Deckplate Leadership looks like, developed me beyond my expectations and took care of sailors. Thank you to FCC (SW) Lafuente Who has been a huge inspiration and caring friend through some of my toughest Navy moments. Thank you to ALL Sailors that have worked along side and with me onboard USS ANCHORAGE!!!! I would not be hear with out you! Thank you to my new Family NTAG PORTLAND who have immediately taken me in.
Date: 05:42pm
From: HMC(Sel) Ronald Crawford
Duty Stations: WRNMMC Bethesda, MD
Comments: Reporting as directed! HMC(SEL) Crawford
Date: 05:32pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Philbert T. Wiggan
Duty Stations: HSM-41, HSC-21, HSM-41, HSL-45, and HSL-41.
Comments: I am humbled and honored to be selected and hopefully accepted into the Goat Locker. I would not be here without the support of my family, the hard work of our Sailors and i would like to give thanks to the Mentors who never quit pushing, to include But not limited to: AEC James Barnhart ATCM Langston Ford AMCS Joey Castaneda ADCS Ryan Resurreccion ATCS Rodrick Whiteside ADCS John Villacis ATCS Zebulon Pike AOCS Richard Carey LT Joe "Country" Cantrell THANK YOU!!
Date: 04:43pm
From: EODC (SEL) Ryan Nunns
Duty Stations: EODMU ELEVEN, EODMU THREE DETACHMENT SOUTHWEST
Comments: I'm both very honored and very humbled to be where I am today, and I know it wouldn't have been possible were it not for all of the chiefs who have been there for me when I needed them most. My hope is as I continue to move forward I can both make them all proud with the knowledge that their mentorship didn't go to waste, and that one day I might be able to emulate them by mentoring others as they did for me. CMC Ryan: You brought me into this community and have been there in the backgrounds guiding me since day one. Everything that I have asked or striven for in this community you have helped me achieve it. I have never and nor will I forget all you have done. EODCS McCarty: You taught and showed me that a team is a family. That has never left me, and it's something I always try to bring with me everywhere I go. EODCS Behr: You taught me confidence in my job, showed me the abilities to be a leader, gave me the skills to help protect myself and others from harm, and that coffee should only be drank black (with maybe one creamer). Thank you for everything. EODCS Hatcher: You taught me to see the brighter sides of things, and that not everything is ever as bad as it seems. Thank you for all of your words of wisdom, I won't forget them.
Date: 04:35pm
From: ATC(sel) Russell St Peter
Duty Stations: HSM-41, HSC-21, NAS KEY WEST, HSM-78
Comments: I am beyond honored at being selected to carry on the proud tradition of the Navy Chief Petty Officer. It is humbling to be able to continue serving alongside the people responsible for making me who I am today.
Date: 04:29pm
From: AWRC(NAC/AW/SW) (Sel) Martin Roman
Duty Stations: HSM41
Comments: What an honor it is to be selected! I am truly humbled and thankful for getting to this point in my Naval career. Throughout my journey in the Navy I have been very fortunate to have great leadership to keep my in line, focused on goals and concentrated on what is most important. A few leaders that I want to say thank you to are AWRCS John Watson, AWSCS Teddy Page, AWRCS Sean Upton, AWRC Josh Avery, AWRC Patrick Frizzelle, AWRC Josh Richards, AWRC Matt Jirrels. Thank you all and many more for the impact you had on me both professionally and personally!
Date: 04:29pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Jose Alvarez
Duty Stations: SWOS ELS SAN DIEGO CA
Comments: Very excited, humbled and proud to have been selected to the worlds greatest fraternity. I owe so much to my family, mentors, and sailors past and present, thank you for all the time and effort you put in to make this happen. Looking forward to my season, navy chief navy pride.
Date: 04:26pm
From: AEC (AW)(Sel) Michael Joseph Cassa
Duty Stations: 2001-2008 VPU-1, 2008-2011 VP-30, 2011-2014 VR-54, 2014-Present FRCMA Det New Orleans
Comments: How can I even begin to thank everyone that has got me to this day. Each and every E1 through E9 I have encountered through my 17 years of service has had a role to play in making me who I am. If I had to narrow it down to a select few I would start with my FTS sea daddy AVCM Stroman. My first (at the time) Chief when I joined the FTS world from Reg Nav. I could do this all day but from the bottom of my heart I sincerely thank everyone I have work for, with and who have worked for me. Without them I would be half the Sailor I am.
Date: 04:20pm
From: DCC (SEL) Jamel Pittman
Duty Stations: SWOS ELS San Diego
Comments: Hooya Navy!
Date: 03:39pm
From: ADC(AW/SW)(SEL) Moises Amor Vargaspena
Duty Stations: FRC SE
Comments: Thanks to all the outstanding CPOs that pushed me up the ladder to get here.
Date: 03:30pm
From: ADC (AW/SW) (SEL) Vinroy R. Beckford
Duty Stations: VRC-30, VAW-120, VFA-14, NRD JAX, VS-31
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank God for His protection and my family for their support. I am humble and grateful for this moment. Thanks to all my mentors and role models who instill in me their years of experience and guided me along the way. I would special like to thank AFCM Wheatherington (Ret), CMDCM Waters,ADCS Ruiz (Ret), CWO Tarr, CMDCM Mulligan.
Date: 03:28pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Matthew Rivas
Duty Stations: USS GARY, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, USS RAFAEL PERALTA
Comments: What an honor to be selected! All credit to my mentors, junior sailors, and my wife for standing by my side throughout. Special thanks to CSCM Lopes, GSMCS Nojadera, and GSMCS Davis for taking a chance on an unknown quantity.
Date: 03:27pm
From: LSC (SW) (SEL) JOELLE PENA
Duty Stations: FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHEAST
Comments: I would not be here without the support of my family and of the Sailors who worked for and with me. First I want to thank LSCS Jose Rendon for teaching me to lead by example. I also want to thank LSCS Ryan Williams for always pushing me to be the best and teaching me to take care of junior Sailors.
Date: 03:21pm
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Mark Thomas
Duty Stations: HSL-44 (HSM-74), VP-30, VP-5, FRCSE
Comments: I am humbled and honored to be selected for this great opportunity. I am thankful to have a support system inside and outside the Navy. I would like to thank (Retired) AFCM Nikki Hager, CMDCM Josh Davis, ADCS Keiya Crawford, AECS Jerry Williams for firm and fair guidance. I would also like to thank the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that supported me along my journey.
Date: 03:13pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Timothy Worstell
Duty Stations: USS Bunker Hill (CG52), ATRC Dahlgren, USS Antietam (CG54)
Comments: Humbly greatful for this opportunity and thankful to God, my family, mentors, and friends for helping me get to this point in life!
Date: 03:11pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Patrick A. McCoy II
Duty Stations: USS RAFAEL PERALTA
Comments: It is an honor to be selected!
Date: 03:01pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Adam Aylesworth
Duty Stations: USS Fort Mchenry, Naval Station Mayport
Comments: I owe a HUGE thank you to ENCS William Hart, ENCS Dan Hillman, ENCS Jerry Hubbard, BMCS Demetris Artis, ENCM Billy Strong, ENCM Billy Shelton, ENC Willie Barnes. They all pushed me past my comfort zone and challenged me everyday to take charge of every evolution I was involved with. "%100 committed or stay home"
Date: 02:40pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Jesus Hernandez
Duty Stations: USS RAFAEL PERALTA DDG 125
Comments: Would like to thank my mentors for pushing me to be a better leader.
Date: 02:38pm
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Jacob Buettner
Duty Stations: VP-10 NAS Jax, VX-1 NAS Pax, VFA-81 NAS Oceana, NATTC Pensacola, VS-33 NAS North Island
Comments: It is an honor to have the chance to be accepted into the greatest fraternity the NAVY has. Membership into the Chiefs Mess has been a goal of mine since I came into the Navy, and to finally achieve it 17 years later has been a dream come true.
Date: 02:37pm
From: AWOC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Jason Lankhorst
Duty Stations: CPRW-10, VP-45, VP-30/MPRWS, and VP-46.
Comments: Honored and blessed to be given this opportunity. I am at this pivotal point in my career due to my family, CPOs that molded me into the leader I am today, and for the junior sailors that allowed me to lead them. Looking forward to this journey with Class 124. God Bless!
Date: 02:29pm
From: OSC (SW) SEL Kashif Harley
Duty Stations: Uss Ticonderoga (CG 47), CDS 50, USNS Supply (AOE 6), OPNAV, Uss Barry (DDG 52), USS Gravely (DDG 107), US Naval Academy
Comments: Humbled to have been selected and trusted in such a great organization as the Chief Mess. Hard work and dedication definitely pays off. Thank you to my past leadership OSCS Wise, OSCS Perry, OSCS Crawford, CW04 Thomas, CWO2 Blackwell, and CWO2 Monfiston. I have learned so much from all you guys and I promis to help many as you helped me.
Date: 02:23pm
From: AWOC (SEL) Michael Ducker
Duty Stations: VP-26, VP-30, (IA to NEGB GTMO), VP-5 and now CPRW-11
Comments: Beyond grateful to start what I am learning to really be the second phase of my career. There is no way I would've ever made to the steps of the mess without my parents, my wife and my children. To the many Master Chiefs, Senior Chief's and First Classes who have provided guidance, mentorship and sometimes a strong boot to provide some course corrections, I am forever grateful and will show that gratefulness by continuing the messages you each have instilled in me.
Date: 02:07pm
From: HMC(Sel) Keith Wells
Duty Stations: BUMED, USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD 6, Naval Hospital Lemoore, Combined Arms Training Center, Camp Fuji; NSHS San Diego, Advanced Radiology Technologist School; 3D MLG, Charlie Co., Okinawa Japan; Camp Johnson FMSS; Camp Lejeune Naval Hospital
Comments: I would like to thank God first, without him I am nothing. My mother who provided me the foundation of who I am, and what I believe in which was solid and extremely beneficial in my life. My mentors: NCCM Luter, HMCM(ret.) Newman; HMCS Campbell, HMCS Reyes, HMCS Mathlin. The Sailors that I have had the opportunity to serve with, allowing me to play a part in their Naval career, whether they knew it or not it was shaping me to be a better Sailor and a leader. While not all leaders that I came across were great, I still learned from each and everyone of them what to do and what not to do, so thank you to everyone that I have encountered throughout my career, and I am looking forward to meeting more leaders Sailors, Soldiers, Marines, and Airmen, to continue to grow, learn, lead, and serve my Navy.
Date: 01:56pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Joshua J. McClellan
Duty Stations: FACSFAC San Diego, USS Essex(LHD-2), USS Bonhomme Richard(LHD-6), MCAS Kaneohe Bay, NATTC Pensacola.
Comments: Humbled and Proud to be here. Striving to be the best for my brothers and sisters and help them to do the same!
Date: 01:54pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Jonathan Gee
Duty Stations: NAS Pensacola
Comments: NAVY CHiEF, NAVY PRIDE! Hooyah!
Date: 01:53pm
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Antwan Gant
Duty Stations: USS GEORGIA SSGN 729
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs that got me to this point , and also all of my junior Sailors. I would not be where I am without all of them.
Date: 01:47pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Kevin M. Cox
Duty Stations: USS Cole (DDG-67), CSCS Unit Dam Neck
Comments: First giving all glory to God I humbly and graciously thank every Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief that has led to to this point in my career. GMCM Gurley, GMCS Matthewson, ISCS Lattore, FCCS Fricke, FCCS Nelson, FCCS Hunter, GMC Whatley, GMC Neely. I am anxious and excited to have been selected and can't wait to be accepted into this honorable fraternity.
Date: 01:32pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) Marquies A. Riddick
Duty Stations: PCD Thomas Hudner, CSCS Det East, USS Kidd, USS Nitze
Comments: First I would like to thank God because none of this would be possible without you. Then I would like to thank my wife, kids and family for all their love support through out these years. Next to all the sailors that I have and still currently serving with, I have observed and learned something from each and every one of you so thank you. Last but not least to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and chief Petty Officers who gave me guidance and knowledge not only professionally but personally I sincerely thank you many times over.
Date: 01:29pm
From: ITC(EXW/SW/IW) (SEL) Nick Stenftenagel
Duty Stations: PMOHQ
Comments: Thanks to my wife first and foremost. Without her I would not be here. However, without my mentors both in and out of the Chief's mess I could not be here professionally. Thank you for keeping me on course. I'm here to pay it forward to the next generation.
Date: 01:28pm
From: EMC(Sel) Latoya Frances Mitchell
Duty Stations: Comnavsurflant, USS Bush, TPU Norfolk, USS Carl Vinson, USS Nimitz
Comments: This is truly an honor and privilege to be selectee into the Goat Locker. I am very humbled and I still can't believe it. I would like to thank Retired MMCM Perkins, EMCS Munroe, EMC Marsh, EMC Ried, EMC Morris C, EMC Morris H, MMCM Marte, and I can't name them all to the Chief Mess of Surflant for leading, guiding, supporting, and being the example.
Date: 01:24pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Matthew J. Herndon
Duty Stations: NAVSTA GTMO, USS DENVER LPD-9, NMAWC CORPUS CHRISTI, CNFJ/CNRJ Yokosuka, HS-11 Jacksonville, CTF-67
Comments: Thank you to all my leaders, mentors, and motivator (YNC SHONDA CARVIN; YNC BERNARD THOMPSON: YN1 DONNY PEREZ; YNCS ROBERT KITCHEN; YNCS TSUKAMOTO; YNC JUAN MCCANT, and LT WILLIAM BATTEN) who help mold me into the person I am today. Although I can't list you all, through guidance, motivation and sheer will I stand before you today. I am elated to be apart of this great Navy. THANK YOU!!!
Date: 01:16pm
From: RPC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) ANDY M. GOMEZ
Duty Stations: USS DETROIT AOE-4; USS JOHN F. KENNEDY CV-67; NAVHOSP JACKSONVILLE; NAS JACKSONVILLE; COMMANDER NAVY REGION SOUTH EAST; JOINT REGION MARIANAS; U.S. NAVAL BASE GUAM; NSA NAPLES; RTC GREAT LAKES; NAVAL STATION MAYPORT
Comments: I WANT TO THANK GOD, MY WIFE, MY FAMILY, ALL OF THE MASTER CHIEFS, SENIOR CHIEFS, CHIEFS AND SAILORS THAT HAVE BEEN A PART OF MY JOURNEY THROUGH MY NAVY CAREER; WITHOUT YOU I WOULDN’T BE HERE. THANK YOU AGAIN.
Date: 01:11pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Kaleem Perkins
Duty Stations: USS HOWARD (DDG-83)
Comments: grateful, appreciative, ready.
Date: 01:10pm
From: OSC(Sel) Anna Penrod
Duty Stations: USS Sterett DDG 104/ USS Rafael Peralta DDG 115
Comments: So honored and blessed! I'm filled with humility and grateful.
Date: 01:04pm
From: ATC(AW)(Sel) Beau G. Browning
Duty Stations: HSC-4, NRD San Antonio, HSL-43
Comments: Words truly cannot describe. My name appearing on the prestigious list this year is not the result of my work and dedicated, it is the result of all of those who came before, and those who've yet to come. Seniors, subordinates, and peers. Too many names to realistically list, this is not my achievement, this is their achievement. The shoes I have to fill are unimaginably large, and the expectations from this day forward are greater than any I have ever encountered. Thank you to everyone, you've all made me the person I am today.
Date: 01:01pm
From: ATC(AW) (Sel) Roger Grey
Duty Stations: HS-10, HSM-70, NAS Jacksonville, NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I am honored to be selected. I could not have met this milestone without the help and guidance from all of my mentors through out my career. On to the next chapter.
Date: 12:53pm
From: YNC(SCW/EXW) (SEL) Keenan L. Johnson Jr.
Duty Stations: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: Present; NMCB FOUR: 2010 - 2013; VQ3 Det Travis: 2008 - 2010
Comments: I am extremelly humbled to be selected to join the Navy's elite ranks. I look forward to continuing to learn more and more throughout my career and more importantly, paying it forward to other Sailors, as it was paid forward unto me. Special thanks to NCC(ret) Sandra Butler, LT Darryl Taylor, LT Patricia Taylor, EOCS Alicia Stokes, CMDCM Teart, CMDCM (ret) Tyrone Willis, HMCS Elwin Familiar, HMCM Sharon Tavares, LNC Ronnie Ratliff, YNC Ginger Hampton, YNC Carlos Salas, HMCS Phonecia Long, HMC Calesha Jamison, HMC (ret) Shawntell Williams, HMCM (ret) Hall, YNC (ret) Stanley Mitchum, PSC (ret) Anthony Haynes, CWO3 Michale Livingston, CWO3 Kenneth Ingle, HMC Sidney Hall, HMC Joseph Delacruz, HMC Christina Demos, HMCS Ortiz, MCPO Zentino, LT Jennifer Nestor, LT Jeremy Jordan, CSC Wozniak, and the list goes on. All of the people mentioned above have had an influence on my career this far and for that I say "Thank You!"
Date: 12:52pm
From: DCC (SEL) James Adam Nunn
Duty Stations: USS Roosevelt (DDG80) NAS Jax Brig USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: Humbled, grateful, and in debt to all of my support along this journey. Ready to take on the awesome responsibility.
Date: 12:52pm
From: ETRC(SS/SW/AW)(Sel) Andrew George
Duty Stations: Undersea Rescue Command, USS Topeka SSN-754, USS Peleliu LHA-5
Comments: First I would like to say thank you for this humbling experience. Thank you to MMCM Hodle who taught me so much early in my career and had kept in touch with me since then. Thank you to the Chief Mess on USS Topeka for pushing me to be better. To my current Chief Mess at URC, thank you for helping with my package.
Date: 12:49pm
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Charles R Lane
Duty Stations: USS Forrest Sherman (DDG-98), NMCB25, CRS-10, MESRON-12, MESRON-2, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51)
Comments: First and foremost I am incredibly humbled to have been selected. I want to thank every CPO, SCPO, and MCPO that I have served with. Every single one of you has influenced me in some way, shape, or form. I wouldn't have made it to this point in my career and life without your guidance. From active duty, to SelRes, and now FTS, I have had the privilege to serve with amazing role models and mentors. I would also like to thank all the Sailors that have worked with me. People only rise as high as they are lifted by those around them. Thank you for your support.
Date: 12:45pm
From: LNC(SCW)(SEL) Rolando Enrique Rodriguez
Duty Stations: RCC SE Jacksonville
Comments: I'm looking forward to joining the mess. I'm humbled and honored.
Date: 12:41pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Levern D. Neal
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Rota,Spain, TACRON21, NAS Oceana, CTF-53, FACSFAC VACAPES, Camp Lemonnier, USS KEARSARGE LHD-3
Comments: I am grateful and humbled at the opportunity to join the Chiefs Mess. I would not have made it to this point without the confidence, training and guidance from all my Chiefs. Thank you ACCM Dingle, ACCM Flauta, ACCS Byrd, ACCS Raynor. I Would also like to give a special thanks to the Sailors on LHD-3. I couldn't have made it this far without you.
Date: 12:40pm
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Andrew Miller
Duty Stations: T-ESB-4, VX-23, VFA-32, VFA-106 E/F, CVN-75
Comments: I am incredibly humbled and ecstatic to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the worlds finest Navy. I am looking forward to receiving training from those who have came before me so that I might become an effective deck plate leader. Looking forward to Sep 15 th ! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 12:37pm
From: CSC(Sel) Donta Allen
Duty Stations: COMNAVSURFLANT
Comments: HOOOYAH FY18 CPO SELECTESS!! Very Excited and relieved to have made it. Like to thank those who have help me along the way with their guidance and mentorship. I definitely wouldn't have made it without you guys. See you on the Deck Plates!
Date: 12:37pm
From: AZC(AW/SW)(Sel) Cynthia Rosas
Duty Stations: HSM-49, VAW-112, AIMD Bahrain, and VFA-125
Comments: What an immense Honor it is to be selected to Chief Petty Officer and I thank God for this incredible new journey. I'm so grateful to all my Leaders past and present that have gotten me to where I'm at, their guidance and support has been key in my career. I also want to thank all those I have served with that's kept me motivated and all the Sailors who have worked for me, that gave their best day in and day out. Lastly I want to thank my amazing family for all their love and support!
Date: 12:36pm
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) Lauren Lyle
Duty Stations: EODMUTHREE DET SW; Navy Personnel Command; FRCMA New Orleans; VFA-204
Comments: I'm truly honored and grateful to be awarded this opportunity. I'd like to thank every Chief that I've had the pleasure of working with because I've tried to learn something from each and every one of them. I wouldn't be here without a few special people: ATCS Tracy Lyon AWFCS Stephen Lemmons EODC Krishna Hayden HMCM Carrie Weser AVCM Marc Mayfield I'm overjoyed to be here and look forward to joining the Goatlocker!
Date: 12:34pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Eugenia C. Ortiz
Duty Stations: NAS JACKSONVILLE
Comments: Previous Duty Stations: CVN71, USS Theodore Roosevelt; Norfolk, VA SIMA NORVA; Norfolk, VA CNNSOC DET ECHO; Stuttgart, Germany ACU4 SHORE DET; Little Creek, VA CG58, USS Philippine Sea; Mayport, FL NAS JACKSONVILLE; Jacksonville, FL I remain greatly appreciative, thankful, and in debt to many Leaders and fellow shipmates throughout my career. First and foremost, I say thank you to the Highest Above for listening to my whines, and drying my tears each year- especially this year. Next I'd like to thank my family, especially my Mom, for helping me overcome personal and professional struggles. Thank you to my sister and my mother for helping me raise my daughter when I was overseas, deployed...and even at home or on duty. Professionally, I would not have made it thus far in my career if not with the help of all the Chief's Mess' who have guided me. Although I have reached out and individually thanked most of the Chief's Mess, I'd like to extend another round of special "THANKS" to CMDCM Hooper, MMCM Dozier, NCCM Geers, NCCM Philpot, CMDCM Waters, NCCS Champaigne, PSCS Reaves, CTRCS Mitchell, OSCS (RET) Beierly, NCC(RET) Moody and NCC(RET) Harris. Thank you
Date: 12:34pm
From: MAC(SEL) Adam Peterman
Duty Stations: MCSFCo Kings Bay, GA; NEGB Gtmo; Navsta Gtmo Sec Det, HPU Mayport, NSF Diego Garcia Sec Det; MCSFBn Kings Bay, GA
Comments: I'm am humbled and grateful to be where I am today. Thank you to my mentors over the years who have taught me much about the Navy, leadership and myself. Thank you to my Sailors who have also taught me much and made me a better leader and mentor. Most importantly, Thank you to my wife and children who have sacrificed much and supported me on this journey.
Date: 12:31pm
From: EODC(Sel) Matthew Oconnor
Duty Stations: NDSTC, Elgin AFB, TEU-1, NAS Rota, EODMU11 DET NW, EODMU 11
Comments: Got to where I'm at with a lot of good mentorship, want to thank EODCM Tommy Gura, EODCM Phill Ibanez and NDC Peterson for helping me get over the bumps in the road. -Stay Savage you animals V/R EODC (SEL) Matt O'Connor
Date: 12:23pm
From: MCC (sel) Carla Burdt
Duty Stations: Current: NPASE West. Past: Allied Command Transformation, Fleet Public Affairs Center Norfolk, Naval Media Center Bahrain, Defense Information School, and USS Nimitz
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for advancement to Chief Petty Officer. To all the CPOs who have mentored me - I've learned so much from all of you. Special thanks to MCCM Mel Weatherspoon, MCCM Donnie Ryan, CMDCM Priscilla Kirsh, MCCS (ret) Cheryl Elliott, MCC (ret) Chris Tucker, LSCS (ret) Art Hurel, MCCS Paul Cage, MCC Jackey Smith, ICC (ret) Jim Bednarski, YNC Rashad Scott, and my husband, MMCN (ret) Michael Burdt. Most of all, thank you to the Sailors who have worked for me and taught me how to lead. They are the reason for the anchors.
Date: 12:19pm
From: HMC(SEL)(FMF) Sarah Pacquette
Duty Stations: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Comments: I would like to thank all in the Chief's Mess that helped me get to this point in my career to include, but not limited to Master Chief Sine, Master Chief Mobley, Master Chief Robinson, Master Chief Willis, Master Chief Martone, Senior Chief Rincones, Senior Chief Zenonian, Senior Chief Pacheco, Senior Chief Owens, Senior Chief Long, Chief Reese, Chief Jameson, Chief Palacios, Chief Peau, Chief Tanedo, Chief Davenport, Chief Mcbee, Chief Prass, Chief Iarussi, Chief Frank, Chief Peterson, Chief Cruz, Chief Wesson, Chief Marnne, Chief Pierle, Chief Newsome, Chief Nwagu, Chief Casiano, Chief Arucan, Chief Sampson.
Date: 12:17pm
From: AGC(IW/AW/SW) (SEL) Roxanne Cuttill
Duty Stations: SGOT NORFOLK, FWC NORFOLK, NOAC SSC, CNATTU KEESLER
Comments: I am so very excited! Thank you to those who have spent time to mentor me and those who have led me in the right direction. As well as working with some of the best Sailors in the worlds greatest NAVY!
Date: 12:15pm
From: ATC(SEL) Seth Oberg
Duty Stations: VFA-125,VFA-113,HS-10,HSL-49,HSM-41,HSM-71
Comments: My humble and heartfelt thank you to all of incredible Chiefs that took the time to guide me and get me to this point. It would not have been possible without your mentorship and the hard work of all the great Sailors who have made my career possible. Thank you!
Date: 12:14pm
From: ATC(Sel) Ashley Stine
Duty Stations: VAQ-209, VR-61, NOSC Whidbey Island, VP-69
Comments: I would like to take this time to thank all the Chiefs who have mentored me throughout my career. Without their knowledge and expertise I would not be in the position that I am today. I would also like to thank all of the Sailors that I have served with, I have learned so much from everyone around me. I hope to learn all that I can this Season so that I can be the best Leader, Mentor, Guide, Shipmate, and Sister to all that I have served with before and will serve with one day.
Date: 12:13pm
From: AMEC(SEL) David Lau
Duty Stations: VS-22, NAVSUPPACT Naples Italy, VFA131, NAVSTA Norfolk.
Comments: ARGH. Been a sailor all me bloomin' life, chief! Me mother was a mermaid, me father was King Neptune. I was born on the crest of a wave and rocked in the cradle of the deep. Seaweed and barnacles are me clothes. Every tooth in me head is a marlinspike; the hair on me head is hemp. Every bone in me body is a spar and when I spits, I spits tar! I'se hard, I is, I am, I are!" Proud to be a Chief
Date: 12:11pm
From: ITC(AW/IW) (Sel) Daniela D. Sigala
Duty Stations: HSM49, NCTSSD, FACSFAC SD, USS LASSEN
Comments: First and foremost I am incredibly grateful to have been selected. I would like to thank my family and my children for supporting me through long days of work and many days away from home. Thank you to All the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have had an impact in my career, they listened to my problems and they motivated me to keep on pushing when I wanted to quit. I couldn't be here without you!
Date: 12:07pm
From: OSC (SEL) Darian Williams
Duty Stations: USS SPRUANCE
Comments: Relieved, humbled, and grateful for this opportunity. Thank you to all my mentors and to my Family!
Date: 12:03pm
From: EODC(Sel) Brandon Ross
Duty Stations: EODMU ELEVEN, EODTEU-ONE
Comments: I would like to say thanks to all the mentors and previous team chiefs I have had. Even when you didn't know it, I was watching and always learning what was going to be expected of me at the next level. A special thanks to CMC Britain, I wouldn't even have this opportunity if it wasn't for you.
Date: 11:58am
From: AMC(Sel) Max Du Boise
Duty Stations: VRC-30
Comments: At every "fork in the road" I have encountered, I have wanted to go down the wrong path, and there stood a CPO to put me back in my place. I am grateful for the work they put into me, and the leader they made me become. It will never be easy, but that's not why we're here. Everything we do from this moment on is not just our legacy, but theirs as well. The future is in our hands now, we cannot fail them.
Date: 11:49am
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Berton VanRens
Duty Stations: VAQ-209
Comments: I am thankful for all my past and present shipmates, for the help I have received. I look forward to the future shipmate, I will be able to guide and help. I wanted to send a big Thank You to ADCS Quedado and AECS Go for keeping me on track with myself and guiding me on my career. I look forward to becoming a Chief Petty Officer and shaping our Navy.
Date: 11:47am
From: AGC(IW/AW/SW) (SEL) Sarah McBride
Duty Stations: CNATTU Kessler, C7F, FWC SD, SGOT San Diego
Comments: I'm humble and happy for being select for Chief Petty Officer. I would like that thank my junior Sailors and Chiefs that have help me reach this point in my career.
Date: 11:45am
From: STGC(SW/AW/SS/IUSS)(SEL) Christopher Jesser
Duty Stations: USS SPRUANCE DDG 111, NOPF, and USS CHARLOTTE SSN 766.
Comments: There are too many people to thank for the growth over the years. I will limit it to STGCS Arlie (Buck) Scott, and ENC Sean Martin.
Date: 11:44am
From: EODC (SEL) Mario Spencer
Duty Stations: EODMU3, EODTEU1, EODMU11, EODMU5
Comments: I am truly humbled and grateful that I have been selected for chief. Although I have never been assigned an official mentor I have had several in my career from my career counselors, PLT Chiefs, LDO's, and friends. Thank you all very much. I look forward to serving alongside you in the Mess.
Date: 11:34am
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Ryan Osborne
Duty Stations: USS BULKELEY, FACSFAC PH, USS FARRAGUT
Comments: I'm thankful to all the chiefs, senior chiefs, and master chiefs who have helped me get this far but in particular I'd like to thank FCC(SW) Baines, FCC(SW) Miller, and ENCM(SW) Fletcher for investing their time and energy in my career.
Date: 11:31am
From: MAC (Sel) Rafael B. Romeroavila
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVSO C4F DET A
Comments: I would like to thank first God for these new opportunity, my wife and all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have guided me to this point in my career. And hope to make you all proud.
Date: 11:30am
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Andrew R Campanano
Duty Stations: 1st Medical BN, NAVCONBRIG Miramar, FST-9, 12th Marine Corps Recruiting District, 1st Marine Division, NAVMEDCLINICS UK ST. Mawgan, NAVHOSP Portsmouth
Comments: I am extremely honored to have been selected to be a Chief Petty Officer! I would like to thank my mentors throughout my career so far: 1st Medical BN Chiefs Mess, Sergio Jardon, Pedrito Villanueva, Juan Rodriguez, Karen Carter and Thomas Eastridge. I would also like to thank all of the junior Sailors that placed me in a position to succeed, as their success is my success, and my success is their success. I could not have made it this far without the mentorship of my Chiefs and the hard work of my junior Sailors.
Date: 11:30am
From: ISC (Sel) Matthew Benson
Duty Stations: USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72); NMCB 17; USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93); Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet; Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces; EODMU 11; HSM 41
Comments: Thank you to all of my shipmates, you all had a hand in getting me here. Especially thanks to MU 11, you guys resurrected me and inspired me to return to motivated service. Thank you Rusty Babcock for your steadfast support and motivation. Mostly thanks to my wife, Madison, and daughter, Elizabeth. You two have taught me how to care for something greater than myself in ways the being a career sailor never could. Your sacrifices to support me in this journey has made this possible.
Date: 11:28am
From: HMC(FMF/SW) (SEL) Greggory D. Cannon
Duty Stations: MCAS MIRAMAR, UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY
Comments: I am thankful and humbled at the opportunity to join the Chiefs Mess. I would not have made it to this point without the confidence, training and guidance all my Chiefs and mentors poured into me thank you all! Shout out to: HMC Davenport x2, HMC Ray, HMC Lizaragga, HMC Jose, HMC Pallas, HMC McLaughlin, HMCS Belcher, HMCS Dow, HMCS Pacheco, HMCM Haskins, HMCM Torres, HMCM Thorne, HMCM Marsh, CMDCM Hyde (Ret), CMDCM Romero, CMDCM Smith (Ret), CMDCM Dominguez.
Date: 11:24am
From: BMC (SEL) Kevin Carrow
Duty Stations: USS Gonzalez (DDG-66), HM-15, NRD Richmond, Beachmaster Unit Two
Comments: It is a true humbling feeling to be considered as a selectee. I like to thank all Chiefs that I have worked for your guidance is what has gotten me here today. I would also like to thank my wife and kids who have also helped support me through thick and thin making sure the home front was taken care of so that I can focus on the tasks at hand.
Date: 11:22am
From: YNC(AW)(Sel) Alison J. Ford
Duty Stations: VR64/ NOSC PH/ RCC SW/ CNAFR/ BUMED
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. The moment I found out I was selected was a moment I'll never never forget. I am so fortunate to have had incredible support and mentorship throughout my entire career. I can't begin to say how greatful I am to all the amazing Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have help guided and supported me in getting here. I would like to give big thank you to Senior Chief Graves, he said " you continue to do your job, take care of your Sailors, and work with your peers and ill promise you that you will get where you need to go" and he was right, thank you!
Date: 11:17am
From: AEC (AW/SW/IW) (SEL) James Massey
Duty Stations: HSM-41; Past Duty Stations: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, USS RONALD REAGAN, RTC GREAT LAKES, CNATTU MIRAMAR, NAS OCEANA AIMD
Comments: I am truly humbled & grateful to have been selected. I would like to thank my family for sticking around & supporting me for the last 19.5 years. I would also like to thank STSCM(Ret) Penny, ITCM(Ret) Thibeaux & AECS Hooks for having a direct impact on me as I wouldn't be here without there guidance.
Date: 11:17am
From: AGC(IW/AW)(SEL) THOMAS FOLDS
Duty Stations: EODMU1, JTWC DET PH
Comments: I am humbled and grateful for this opportunity to join the Chief's Mess. If it weren't for the strong mentorship and fantastic sailors that worked for me I would never have made it this far.
Date: 11:17am
From: YNC(SW/AW/EXW) (SEL) WILLIE J. TANNER
Duty Stations: USS FARRAGUT (DDG 99), TACRAGRULANT, COMNAVAIRLANT, USS KEARSARGE, USS PONCE, NAS BAHRAIN, NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE GROUP FOUR, VFA-34
Comments: First thanks to all my junior Sailors who got me here. Without them I would not be here. Second thanks to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs and peers who help me get to this point. A special Thanks to YNC(RET) James Greenway who gave a lost kid from Brooklyn, New York a chance. Thanks Chief this one is for you. I finally made it.
Date: 11:17am
From: FTC(SS) (SEL) Richard Adam Zimmerman
Duty Stations: USS Rhode Island (SSBN-740), TTF Kingsbay, USS Georgia (SSGN-729), USS Boise (SSN-764)
Comments: It is such an honor being selected to be a Chief Petty Officer in the finest Navy in the world. I am humbled and thankful because I know that I didn't get here alone. With that being said, I will like to thank some of my mentors that have played a major part in my career. Thank you Jason Heggen, Jeff Bortzfield, Richard Rose, Tyrone Elliot, Larry Graddy, Jamie Freeman, Armon Owens, Rudy Summers, Christopher Leggett, Ronnie Barrowm, Bart Rust, Micheal People's, Colin Williams, John Cook, Kyle Fumer, and Kris Ellis. There are a lot more people to thank but I would be typing for days.
Date: 11:10am
From: PSC(SW) (SEL) Jeffrey Navarro
Duty Stations: NOSC Kansas City, ECRC SD-fwd deployed Afghanistan, USS CURTS FFG 38, NRD Portland, EODESU-1
Comments: Glory to God and my Saviour Jesus Christ. I want to thank my wife, Mitzller for all the support she gave me my whole Navy career. Thank you to all the Sailors that worked under me, helped and made my tours a successful one. To all my mentors, senior Sailors, Chiefs and Officers that molded and trained me to become the Sailor and the leader I am today. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Date: 11:10am
From: ATC(Sel) Craig Joiner
Duty Stations: AIMD Fallon, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), FRC West Det Fallon, SWRMC, USSRonald Reagan (CVn-76), USS George Washington (CVN-73), USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), VRC-30
Comments: Proud to have been selected, plan to make the best of this opportunity!
Date: 11:10am
From: BMC (SEL) Kevin Carrow
Duty Stations: USS GONZALEZ (DDG-66), HM-15, NRD RICHMOND, BEACHMASTER UNIT TWO
Comments: It is a great honor and pleasure for me to be a selectee to be initiated to the CPO Mess. I would like to thank all past, current, and former Chiefs that have been help guiding me and my men/woman within our Mess with out your guidance we would be a mess. I look forward to the up and coming events and tests that are going to test my physical and mental capabilities in order to grow and be come "The Chief", take care of my Sailors, and over all a better person.
Date: 11:09am
From: AMC (Sel) (AW) Blaine Brashear
Duty Stations: VRC-30, FRCWDF, VAW-117
Comments: It is an honor to be able to sign the decklog. I would like to thank AMC Calhoun and AMCS Borrowman these two helped me tremendously throughout my career.
Date: 11:08am
From: ATC(Sel) Douglas Pearson
Duty Stations: VAQ-137, NRD St Louis, HSM-75, CHSMWP
Comments: I just wanted to give a quick shoutout to everyone in my naval career that has helped me in some way, shape, or form. Whether that be a Senior Officer, Junior Officer, Junior Sailor, or someone from the Chiefs Mess! Everyone who I have came across in the Navy has shaped me to be the sailor I am today. There are too many to mention, so I just want to say, Thank You!
Date: 11:05am
From: EODC (SEL) James Wisneski
Duty Stations: EODTEU ONE
Comments: I am very honored to be selected for advancement to Chief Petty Officer. There are a lot of Chiefs that have helped me throughout my career. In short, none of this would be possible without the guidence and support of the Mess.
Date: 11:01am
From: QMC(SEL) Daniel Daugherty
Duty Stations: USS SHAMAL, NAVSTA MAYPORT, USS GETTYSBURG, USS SAMUEL B ROBERTS, USS DAVID R RAY
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have guided me to this point in my career. And hope to make you all proud.
Date: 10:57am
From: MMC(SW/IW)(SEL) Alexander Lange
Duty Stations: Naval Education Training and Command
Comments: I'm extremely thankful for all of the leaders who have been tough on me to help me to the point of where I am today. More importantly I would like to thank the junior Sailors that have poured their sweat and tears for me and the mission. If it wasn't for them I wouldn't of been considered. At the end of the day I have to give a very special thank you to my wife. My wife sacrificed and put her career and life on the backburner for me and my career and for her I am forever indebted. I would also like to congratulate all of the other selectees and am excited to build new resources throughout this process.
Date: 10:56am
From: ETC(SEL)(EXW/SW) Bryan Graves
Duty Stations: LPD-18, CSCS Det San Diego, EODMU ONE
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my wife Cecilia and my two children Rebekah and James. They have helped me through the fun times and the worst times in the Navy. I would also like to thank my mentor ETC Robert Kaiser, who has guided me through my naval career and helped me work through all of my challenges. Thank you!
Date: 10:52am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Jarred Atkinson
Duty Stations: EODTEU1, USS SHOUP DDG86
Comments: I am so honored to be where I am at today in my career. Thanks to all chiefs that mentored me and help to get me where I am today. Also a big thanks to my family I'm truelly blessed to have y'all.
Date: 10:51am
From: LSC(EXW/AW)(SEL) MARION FARRALES
Duty Stations: NAS SIGONELLA
Comments: Thank you to all. I am extremely proud and humbled to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I could not have done this without the mentorship and guidance given to me by all the Chiefs I have worked with.
Date: 10:46am
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Jeff Allen
Duty Stations: NSF Diego Garcia, USS. Constellation (CV-64), FACSFAC San Diego, USS Nimitz (CV68), NAS Key West, NAS Whiting Field.
Comments: I would like to thank all the Sailors helped me along the way. Also my mentors who showed me the way ACCS(RET) Cumpton, ACCS(RET)Shepard, ACCS(RET) Whitson, and ACCS Ollinger.
Date: 10:41am
From: HMC(SW/FMF) (Sel) Melvin RolonMerced
Duty Stations: WRNMMC
Comments: Being selected has been one of the greatest moments in my life. I thank God, my wife's support, the teamwork from the juniors and peers, and the guidance from my leaders who entrusted me with the best job: to lead and develop. I want to specially thank HMC Rebecca Estridge, HMCS Venita Johnson, CDR Lakesha Chieves, HMC Freddy Mejia, HMC Erick Michael Davenport, HMCS Thomas Gentry, HMCS Kenny Mathiesen, HMCS Christopher Owens, HMC Manuel Lozano, HMC Bradley Schneider, HMC Corey Mccloud, HMCM Pietro Martone, HMCM Rico Santiago, HMCM Woodie Wunstell, HMC Scott Miller, HMC Sindee Hall, HMC Marksteven Meneses, CMC Tyrone Willis, LNC LeAnn Richardson, COL Steve Spencer, MSG Ernest Lubin, MSgt Michael Ramsey, SSG Blaine Templeton, HM1 William Davis, HM1 Evan Zilliox, HM1 Robert Maldonado, and HM1 Gavin Rampertaap for believing in me and being such great leaders. I've learned so much form each one of you and I hope that continues to make me a better leader as I continue to grow.
Date: 10:38am
From: MNC (SW/AW) (SEL) Niles Kelly
Duty Stations: EODMU1
Comments: I would like to thank all chiefs, senior chiefs and master chiefs that pulled me aside. With out everyone's help I wouldn't be making this entry and I am truly humbled and proud to be here.
Date: 10:35am
From: MMAC (SS) (SEL) Jeremy Huber
Duty Stations: USS Boise SSN 764, USS Scranton SSN 756, NNSF Groton
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs that have guided me along the way it wouldn't have been possible without there support.
Date: 10:30am
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Penn
Duty Stations: EODTEUONE, USS LAKE ERIE, NRD MINNEAPOLIS, USS JUNEAU, USS DENVER, USS DULUTH
Comments: It is a complete honor to be apart of the greatest organization in the world. It is all due to those great leaders who have mentored, molded and shaped me into the Sailor I am today. BMC(RET) Johnny Savedra, BMCS Ed Hurtadoe, BMCS Michael Grubelnik, BMCS Alvin Donato, and ITCS(RET) Broderick Maupin you all played a special role in my career a long the way and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for guiding me into the position that I am in.
Date: 10:00am
From: HTC(SW) (SEL) Matthew Mlachak
Duty Stations: ACU-5, USS NASSAU (LHA-4), MARMC, USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40)
Comments: This is truly an honor to be selected as a Navy Chief Petty Officer. Its overwhelming to accomplish something that I have been striving for since I joined the Navy. Thank you to all those who I have worked beside, worked for me and the Chiefs who have mentored and developed throughout my career to become the Sailor I am today. And most importantly to my Wife Amy who has supported me through all the challenges that have come our way.
Date: 10:00am
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Seth E. Gadaire
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola. Past duty stations include USS Iwo Jima, USS Harry S. Truman, and CNATTU Oceana.
Comments: I would like to thank ATC Burkey, ATC Saldana, ATC Alford, AVCM Untalan, ATC(Ret) Diserens, and CWO3 Reeves for all there wisdom and guidance to get me to where I'm at today. Couldn't do it without them!
Date: 09:26am
From: GSMC(SEL) (SW) Glen Williams
Duty Stations: USS LABOON DDG 58
Comments: I would like to take the time to thank GSMC Marzan, LT Wright, GSEC Dunn, GSCS Mims, GSMC Goff they have all taught me a lot and have given me skills that I didn't know I need. I would also like to thank my wife who is always there for me and takes care of the family when I am not around. I look forward to the season and am ready to learn for the great leaders we have here on LABOON.
Date: 09:23am
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Steven Smith
Duty Stations: NAF Atsugi AIMD, HC-5, VP-45, VP-30, VP-4, VP-40, MPRWS
Comments: The list is to long to mention everyone that got me here today. Some phone calls were made already and a heart felt thanks was delivered. Most recently though, CMDCM Dustin Kuers was a huge help and a wealth of advice in these past few years for me, thanks again!
Date: 09:22am
From: SWC(SCW)(SEL) Ryan Sweet
Duty Stations: US Ceremonial Guard D.C., NMCB Five, NCG One, NMCB Three
Comments: It's truly an honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank my wife and family most of all for the years of continual support which has allowed me to be successful. To CUCM Theodore McKinney, CUCM Juan Zetino, CUCM(RET) David Rich, CUCS Eric Chamberlin, and CUCS Miller providing mentorship, development, and giving guidance over the years.
Date: 09:22am
From: AZC(AW)(SEL) Andrew Redman
Duty Stations: VAQ-136, VP-5, VP-30
Comments: I am honored to be able to make an entry in the Deck Log. Thank you to all of the Chiefs that led me, mentors that guided me, and all those that helped me get to this point including junior Sailors. Special thanks to CMDCM P. Willingham, CMDCM S. Stephens, AFCM D. Glaude, AFCM S. Jackson, ADCS K. Crawford, and AZC S. Brown.
Date: 09:20am
From: MNC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Coy Tully
Duty Stations: EODMU ONE
Comments: Thanks to everyone who has pushed me to continue on this path even when I began to get burnt out. This is one of my proudest achievements couldn't have done it with out the support of my fellow sailors.
Date: 09:18am
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jack Merrigan
Duty Stations: USS ESSEX (LHD-2), MCM CREW REAPER, NOSC OMAHA, MCM CREW SPARTAN (IA), LCS CREW 115
Comments: To all Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have been a part of my journey through my Navy career... Thank you! Without your guidance, leadership and course corrections, I wouldn't be where I am today. I would like to name a few CPO's who had the greatest impact: MMCM(Retired) Reinhardt; EMCS(Retired) McKenzie; EMC(Retired) Jones; EMCS Dominguez; EMCS Jones; EMC Guerra, and lastly CWO2 Dalziel... THANK YOU! Without your steadfast mentorship, my career would have ended long ago. I look forward to working alongside all of the CPO Mess, and having the privilege to call you brothers/sisters.
Date: 09:17am
From: CEC(SCW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Michael Baxter
Duty Stations: NMCB THREE, CSFE DET SHEPPARD AFB, and NMCB FIVE
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have mentored me in my career. I would especially like to thank my wife and children for always supporting me throughout my career. I would also like to thank everyone that I have ever served with to help me get to this point in my career. I really appreciate everything. Thank you.
Date: 09:13am
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jeff Dahlgren
Duty Stations: VP-10(NAS Jax), NATTC(NAS Pensacola), VP-16(NAS Jax), VP-5(NAS Jax), AIMD(NAS Jax)
Comments: Would like to everyone I have served with over the last 18 years. It is an honor to be selected and you have all shaped me into who I am today.
Date: 09:12am
From: EOC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) DANIEL LLOYD ROMERO
Duty Stations: NMCB THREE, CBMU 303, LOGSU-1, NMCB Four
Comments: Thank you to the Chiefs Mess at CBMU 303 and NMCB 3 for the guidance and mentorship that helped my shipmates and I reach this incredible goal of being selected for Chief Petty Officer!
Date: 09:09am
From: AEC (AW/NAC)(sel) Steven Jay Weiland
Duty Stations: VP-10, VP-30, VS-32, VF-101
Comments: There has been a lot of Master Chiefs, Senior chiefs, and chiefs alone my career that helped me get here. AVCM Williams, AMECS Waltz, AWVC Correa, AEC Bulloch, LTJG Deal to name a few. Thank you for all the guidance and providing examples of great leadership.
Date: 09:04am
From: ETC(SW/IW)(SEL) Coleman Kieffer
Duty Stations: USS Elrod FFG 55, PC Crew Charlie, FACSFAC Vacapes, NCTS Bahrain, USS Forrest Sherman DDG 98
Comments: I want to give honor and praise to GOD, my wife and kids for their love and support, all the CPOs that guided and mentored me, and all the Sailors that I have worked with throughout my career. This selection is based on their success and trust in me to lead. Thank you all!
Date: 08:57am
From: ISC(SEL) (IW/AW) Jacob Nash
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT, SJFHQ-E, VQ-1
Comments: Glad to be here! Need to thank some of the best CPOs in the Navy: ISC Micah McSwain, ISC Nick Vigus, ITC Dave Pucci, ITC Jason Hollister, CTRCS Benjamin Chester, ATC Jonathon Koldewyn, HMC Christopher Grimm, YNC Horatio Edwards, ITCS Henson, CTMCS Dave Vest, MCCS Hendrick Simoes, ISC Antonio Rice, ISC Matt Thigpen, ISCM Byron Zeumalt. You all made course corrections every step of the way that got me from the (rocky) start of my career to here, so thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for everything you did!
Date: 08:36am
From: AEC(AW/SW) (SEL) Joseph Moss
Duty Stations: HSM-77/NATTC
Comments: I extremely honored and humbled to reach such an amazing milestone in my life. I thank all of my past and present mentors and Sailors for their guidance, wisdom and trust.
Date: 08:27am
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Francisco Carrillo
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD 6
Comments: I would like to thank BTCM Silva he taught me a lot!!!
Date: 08:26am
From: BMC(EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Audrey Mendoza
Duty Stations: CRS-10
Comments: I would like to thank Each and Every Chief, Senior Chief and Master Chief in the United States Navy for setting the Example for me of what Commitment is. I would not be here or know the importance of being humble if it were not a reflection of what was in front of me. Thank you All.
Date: 08:06am
From: ITC (SEL) Shawn D. Richardson
Duty Stations: EODESU 1, SPAWARSYSCEN DET PAC, USS FITZGERALD (DDG62), COMPATRECONFOR5TH7THFLT, NCTS GUAM, USS CUSHING (DD985)
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the world's finest Navy! I would like to thank every Chief Petty Officer who has graced me with there wisdom and guidance from day 1 starting in boot camp all the way til now. To the Sailors who I have served with, no matter how small or large the interaction, you played a role in my growth as a leader, sailor, and a man. I would like to thank my wife who no matter the assignment has always offered steadfast support in every duty station no matter how long the hours or how far I was away from home. It is an honor to be selected and looking forward to the new challenges to come!!!
Date: 07:52am
From: ETC(SW/AW)(SEL) Rita Julieann Quiles
Duty Stations: NATTC PENSACOLA, USS CARNEY DDG64, USS ESSEX LHD2
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have helped me, guided me and pushed me to be better. A special thank you to all the sailors I have worked with throughout the years and to my family who has dealt with many ups and downs and have stuck with me throughout. I am truly honored to have been selected.
Date: 07:46am
From: MAC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Matthew W. Ellis
Duty Stations: NSF Poland, VQ-4 DET PAX, NSA Rota, NCIS MEFO, MSRON 6 DET 27
Comments: Thank you for this opportunity. I would like to thank SOME of my rememberable Chiefs. - GMC(ret.) Derek Wooden for fueling my passion for Weapons. - BMCS(ret.) Mike Warren for all the counsel/advice and assistance with my career. - MACS(ret.) Christopher Calhoun for constantly helping me realize CPO’s do truly care about the whole Sailor; family and all. - MAC(ret.) Keila Rodriguez for truly taking time to understanding the unique type of Sailor I am, what drives me, and what I needed. Also for all the aid with my family. - MACS Charlie Ortiz for the great amount of trust, placed in me and my duties. - MACS Jason Breedlove for reminding me to have fun, alone the journey. *Missing those CMD Rides.* - ABHCS(ret.) James Vaiciulis for seeing something in a newly frocked MA1, and giving me a real shot of responsibility. Maybe it was because of our close work environment, but the countless hours you invested, trained, shaped, and pruned me to be a better Sailor. I will always cherish the endless hours you afforded to listen to me, about my views, plans, goals and complaints, even after the work day ended. AND a special thanks for every Chief that has helped me along my journey, regardless of my poor memory.
Date: 07:43am
From: ETC(SW/AW) (SEL) MICHAEL JONES
Duty Stations: NCTAMS EURENT, NCTS NAPLES, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN-73, CSCS DET EAST, USS SAN JCINTO CG-56
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has had a part in my Selection. I want to start by thanking my wonderful wife Vaneica and my two children Mikaya and Michael III. Without their support, I wouldn't be where I am today. I want to thank all of the CPO's who have mentored me throughout the years. Especially ETCS Reginald Hill, ETCS Wade Ray, ITCM Herb Scott and FCCS Robert Skinner. Last but not least, I want to thank my Sailors, I wouldn't have gotten here without them.
Date: 07:40am
From: ITC(IW)(SEL) Christopher Strysick
Duty Stations: NOSC Green Bay, PRT Farah Afghanistan, NOSC Madison, SOCCE-HOA, Camp Lemonnier - Djibouti, JTF-GTMO
Comments: I would like to thank ETCS Nelson and ENCS Devault for their constant guidance and support. To all the Chiefs I've had the honor to serve with, you've all taught me something that has brought me to this.
Date: 07:36am
From: STGC(SW)(SEL) Marquise Hubbard
Duty Stations: USS SHILOH (CG 67), FLEASWTRACEN, USS SAMPSON (DDG 102), USS HALSEY (DDG 97), USS GRIDLEY (DDG 101)
Comments: I would like to thank STGMC Jennifer Maestro, CMDCM Thaddeus Wright, CMDCM Bobby Maddox, CMDCM Chris Angstead, STGCS Armando Barajas STGCS Rob Roske, STGCS Daniel Cook, CSCS Joyell Ramos, STGCS David Hafoka, STGCS Corey Oswalt STGC Eric Hall, OSCS Nona Robinson, FCC Jamarcus Lowrey, FCC Frank Galloway, GMC Andrae Chapman, GMC Frank Denmark, CWO3 Jason Beattie, STG1 Daniel Schroeder for helping me become the person I am today. Thank you to all the Sailors that have helped me, guided me and pushed me to be better. Thank you to my father who has supported me throughout my career so far. I am honored to have been selected.
Date: 07:35am
From: ITC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Jamaal Aeturo Webb
Duty Stations: COMUSKOREA/USFK
Comments: I would like to thank my parents/guardians for raising me to never give up. More specific thanks goes to my mom, father, and grandmother. I would like to thank my peers and those who I have worked with who are junior to me. I learned so much from each and every one of them. I would like to thank the leadership that I have worked under. There are three leaders who I have had that I would like to especially thank. Chief Warrant Officer 4 (also a member of the Chiefs' Mess) Hobert "Rob" Reid, Master Chief Petty Officer Jason Reynolds, and Senior Chief Petty Officer Brian Hubbard. I had the pleasure of working with all three of these gentlemen while assigned to NSWG-1/MCT-1/ST-3. They all challenged me and allotted me with the opportunity to grow as a leader, undoubtedly empowering me to become a Chief Selectee. For that, I am so grateful!
Date: 07:22am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Richard Curtis Carlsen
Duty Stations: NMCPAC EAD UNIT GUAM
Comments: I would like to thank all of my friends and mentors. Without them i would not be here. MMWC Urso.. best mentor ive ever had.. thank you for your support and time.. my wife, you are my rock.. you believe when others didnt.
Date: 07:13am
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Edward Groover
Duty Stations: USS West Virginia(Gold), NSB Kings Bay, USS West Virginia(Blue), USS Alexandria
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs (active and retired) that I have had the pleasure to serve with. One way or another you have taught me something. Thank you to all of you other guys that I have worked for, with, or for me. You have trained me at something. Thank you to my family. You have always been there and supported me through my career.
Date: 06:58am
From: AMC(AW) (SEL) HENRY OLOMU OMOERIGBE
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all their supports. My appreciation to my fellow shipmates that gave me all the tools to succeed. Most especially to Master Chief Bates, AMCS Mcckenzi, AMCS Goldecker, AECS Rubottom, ASCS Juvera, PRC Garza to mention but a few. They have being pillars of my career in the Navy. Finally, I am thanking God for his Blessings.
Date: 06:44am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Hubert Brandon Beecher
Duty Stations: USS SHILOH (CG 67), FLEET COORDINATING GROUP, USS ANTIETAM (CG 54), USS COWPENS (CG 67), USS BUNKER HILL (CG 52)
Comments: I would like to thank OSCS Andre Rallojay, LT David Butler, CWO2 Vergel Amado, OSC Joshua Collett, OSC Reggie Washington, OSCS Gerald Crawford, ENS Lucas Edwards, OSC Sam Gomez, OSCS Lamont Underwood, OSCS Damone Fulgham for helping me become the person I am today. Thank you to all the Sailors that have helped me, guided me and pushed me to be better. Thank you to my mother who has supported me throughout my career so far. I am honored to have been selected.
Date: 06:21am
From: NCC(SEL)(SW/AW) Billie R. Price
Duty Stations: USS TORTUGA (LSD-46), USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63), PSD NORFOLK, VR-59, USS DOYLE (FG-39), USS WASP (LHD-1), USS BATAAN (LHD-5) AND USS SHILOH (CG-67)
Comments: Thanks go out to my Sailors who put me in this position to be successful, Without you I would not be in this humble position that i am in today. Thanks to all of my mentors that have molded me and guided me through the rough times and the good times. I am honored to be selected.
Date: 05:54am
From: AWFC(Sel)(NAC/AW) Bryan Seifried
Duty Stations: NAS JRB NEW ORLEANS, NAS JRB POINT MUGU, NAS JACKSONVILLE
Comments: I am truly honored to have been selected and would like to thank all of my past and present Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have supported and mentored me throughout my career. I couldn't have ever made it this far without your guidance and I will never forget.
Date: 05:26am
From: BUC(SCW)(SEL) Patrick Quintana
Duty Stations: COMPACFLT MHQ Det101, NCHB 11, NMCB 17, NMCB 15, LHD 1 USS WASP, NAS SIGONELLA SICILY
Comments: First off I would like to thank my family for their undying love and support through all the trials and tribulations I have been through. Next I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the never ending Chiefs mess that I have had the honor of coming across. I could sit here and name many deserving Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have influenced, guided, taught, cared for, ripped my ass when I needed it and kept me in the game so I too could reach such a mile stone, but I would be here all day. I want to say it is a privilege and honor and a young E-1's dream coming true to be selected to represent the finest group of men and women in all the armed forces. Bravo Zulu to all of you, for without ways of the mess the Navy would not be nearly as great as it is today. Thank you all who have helped me in my journey.
Date: 05:16am
From: ETNC (SW) (SEL) Christopher David Noyes
Duty Stations: AS 39, CVN 75, CVN 73, NPTU Balston Spa
Comments: I will endeavor to live up to this honor. I would like to thank ETNCS Hamilton for his encouragement and guidance.
Date: 04:43am
From: CSC (SS)(SEL) Jason Brackett
Duty Stations: NTAG Portland, USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734(GOLD))
Comments: It is an amazing honor to be selected to enter into this coveted community of unrivaled leaders! The fact that I was selected out of such a talented group of sailors is a very humbling notion to me. My success is a direct reflection of the leadership I have had throughout my naval career. Among those deckplate leaders who molded and guided me on my path to this momentous occasion, 4 in particular stand out. CWO2 Reed, who is my mentor and THE BEST Leading CS And leader I have ever known, LSCS(ret) Adkins, who kept me humble through all of my success, FTC Daniels who always had my back and the answer to any question I had, and MMACS Daniels who's profound knowledge and extremely high standards pushed me to go beyond what is required and become more than I ever thought I could be. These Chiefs and Senior Chiefs, along with many others are the very reason I am here now, and I will take what I have learned from them and proudly pass it on to the sailors I am entrusted to lead. Again, thank you all for thie amazing honor to call myself your brother!
Date: 04:27am
From: LSC(SEL)(EXW/SW) Shannon Brosnan
Duty Stations: NASSIG SECURITY
Comments: I want to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have guided me along the way. I'm here because of their guidance and I am very grateful that I have crossed paths with all of them. A special thank you to EODMU5 for grooming and giving me the opportunity to lead!
Date: 04:16am
From: MCC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Jon Rasmussen
Duty Stations: USS Sacramento (AOE 1), USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), NAS Whidbey Island, USS Boxer (LHD 4), Expeditionary Combat Camera, Navy Public Affairs Support Element West, Fleet Combat Camera Pacific.
Comments: There are so many people to thank who have guided, influenced and mentored me over the past 18 years to help me to this milestone, but I'll stick to just a few here. MCC Mike Hatfield - I showed up to USS Boxer as an MC2 coming off of a bad shore tour and at a low point in my career. I was just looking to finish out my contract, get out and move on. Chief Hatfield told me on day one that I had a clean slate and to put my previous tour behind me. He stood by those words and I grew as a Sailor and a leader. Midway through that tour I was LPO of the largest shop in my department, departmental 3M Coordinator and departmental DCPO, all as a second class. More importantly, I felt like I belonged in the Navy again. MCCM Melissa Weatherspoon - As my LPO, then Chief aboard Carl Vinson we had very different personalities then and didn't always get along, but as a brand new striker, I learned an incredible amount from her and left the Vinson as an experienced and knowledgeable JO2. A dozen years later, Master Chief was my SEA at NPASE West. With a whole new dynamic, she helped me to find my voice as an instructor to share my expertise and experience with our junior Sailors. She, and MCCM Donnie Ryan who took her place, both deserve a huge thank you for helping make me ready to take this next step in my career. CMDCM Spike Call - A compassionate leader and incredible example of what we should all strive to be. His family, his Sailors and our families were all priorities for him and the mission always still got done. Thank you also to: MCCS Eric Harrison, MCCM Jon McMillan, MCCM Tony Sisti, CMDCM Francis Bagarella, MCCS Katt Whittenberger, MCCS Paul Cage, MCC Beth Lloyd and many others.
Date: 03:05am
From: NDC(DSW/EXW/SW/PJ) (SEL) Jeramiah Stiffler
Duty Stations: EODMU5
Comments: Just introducing myself to the Goat Locker. A big shout-out to all my Deep Sea Brothers, Fleet Chief's (that keep it real) CWO'S and O's that have got me to where I am today.
Date: 02:48am
From: YNC(SEL)(SW/AW) Corey Lamont Shorter
Duty Stations: USS George Washington, JFCOM/JTASC, CAG THREE, NRD HOUSTON
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Senior Enlisted Leaders that took the time out to develop my leadership skills. The ones that decided to give me a chance when all of my chances were gone. I am honored to have served with all of the Junior Sailors that challenged my knowledge and forced me to find valuable resolutions to things that sometimes felt impossible to solve. I want to especially thank my entire CAG THREE family: Admiral Joyner, CAPT Wikoff, LT Smith, LT hood, CWO2 Williams, YNC Harmon (CAG 8), YN1 Mcmillian, IT1 Miller, IT1 Jones, IT2 Underhill, LSC Hinton, HMCS Comdeco, OSC Turner, PSC Patterson and most of all YNCS GEORGETTE BENNETT. You all truly showed me a new definition of family and I can't find the words to thank you all for the important role you continue to play in my life. There will never be another gang like the CAG THREE gang (2011-2015)! You guys saved my life! I would also like to thank the entire Chiefs Mess at NRD Houston for seeing me in a sea of exceptional First Class Petty Officers and realizing greatness in me that I didn't know existed. To YNC Chester, I want you to know that your leadership is very inspirational and it radiates throughout the command... thanks for giving me some of your light... thanks for taking me to the next level! I will not let you down. Last I want to thank my family for being my damage control team. Without you guys my ship would have sank a long time ago.
Date: 02:45am
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL) Andrew J Klopf
Duty Stations: USS COLUMBIA SSN 771, NAVSUBSCOL, NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY
Comments: This is truly an honor to be selected to join the ranks of some of the people that have guided me through my career. I wouldn't be here if were not for their wisdom and experiences that they have passed on to me. I, as I'm sure all of us are, am ready to begin this journey and contribute to a very knowledgeable and robust Mess.
Date: 02:34am
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Anthony Balver
Duty Stations: VP-40,VP-46,CPRW-10
Comments: Super excited to have been selected and looking forward to this experience. I want to thank everyone that I have served with that has helped me to get to where I am.
Date: 02:28am
From: MAC (SEL) Andrew Wolfe
Duty Stations: SWFPAC MCSFBn
Comments: I am truly grateful and honored to make my entry to this Deck Log. Thank you MACS Stewart, MACS Martin and MACS Scott for challenging me, for mentoring me and, above all, for believing in me. Thank you to all the CPOs of MCSFBn and all the CPOs of commands past for your guidance and training. I also would not have gotten here without the tireless support of my wife, Laura, and the encouragement from my mother and father.
Date: 02:26am
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) John Frenchik
Duty Stations: EODESU ONE
Comments: Thank You for everyone you have blessed me with being in my life. As it is all to the glory of GOD!
Date: 02:22am
From: FCC (SW) (SEL) Jaime Garciacisneros
Duty Stations: COMLCSRON TWO, USS SAN DIEGO
Comments: It is an Honor! I first would like to thank my wife and kids for all the support that they have given me all these years. I would like to thank all Chief, Senior Chief and Master Chief Petty Officers past and present that have helped me get to this point. Especially my mentors, I literally would not be here today if it were not for you.
Date: 01:45am
From: HMC(SW)(SEL) EIROL G. GARCIA
Duty Stations: NAVAL HOSPITAL SIGONELLA, USS GREENBAY LPD 20, NAVAL HOSPITAL LEMOORE, NAVAL HOSPITAL TWENTYNINE PALMS
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and family for their continued support throughout my career. I also would like to thank all my mentors both officers and especially my Chief mentors for their leadership and guidance. And finally, I would like to say a BIG thank you to all my Sailors past and present, I could not make it to this point without all your hard work and dedication.
Date: 01:40am
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Shane Belgrave
Duty Stations: Naval Base Guam, USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19), USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74), currently stationed at NCTS Sicily
Comments: Thank you to everyone that I ever worked for, has worked for me, or provided me mentorship. All praises to the most high!
Date: 01:36am
From: ADC(AW)(Sel) Blas Nicholas Vital Jr
Duty Stations: HSC-4, FRCNW, VFA-22, VFA-125, VFA-97
Comments: I'd like to thank all the Sailors who have allowed me to accomplish this huge accomplishment, but I couldn't have done it with out all the great Chief Petty Officers I have had along the way. So thank you and a special shout out to ADCS(AW/SW) Allen Almonte and ATC(AW/SW) Jose Pulgarin thank you once again.
Date: 01:35am
From: CTTC(SEL) Nick Nowlin
Duty Stations: SPECRECON TEAM ONE, USS Pinckney (DDG 91), NRD San Francisco, COMCARSTRKGRU TWO, USS Mitscher (DDG 57)
Comments: I am extremely humbled and grateful for my selection. I would greatly appreciate and welcome any advice from the Honorable Chiefs, Most Honorable Senior Chiefs, and Most Honorable and Highly Exalted Master Chiefs. Thank you!
Date: 12:59am
From: MAC (EXW) (SEL) Jessicarose Thurber
Duty Stations: NS Ingleside/NSA Souda Bay/MSRON 7/CRG 1 Det Guam/HPU Charleston/NAS Sigonella
Comments: I want to first and foremost thank every member of the Chiefs Mess, past and present, for allowing me and my fellow selectees the privilege of becoming members of the community, in a future tense, of course. My uncle Retired Chief Tom Cochlin, you brought me stories of foreign lands and gave me the early knowledge and desire to enlist so I could continue our families legacy of naval service. To CMC Eason, thank you for showing me how to put out fires, no matter the size. MAC Dando (Ret.) you were the best student and teacher I have ever met; Launchpad I am forever grateful for your anchor. MACS Crowell and MACS Stephens you brought me from a Second to a First and helped me realize the bigger picture, and allowed me to fail when I needed to learn. Thank you. To the NASSIG Chiefs Mess and our tenant commands Chief Mess', in the last 18 months I have been onboard you have allowed me to drink from a fire hose, particularly those in the Security department. I have never experienced such a vast wealth of knowledge and willingness to help others learn in my life, I could not have asked for a better place to be welcomed to the Mess. ACC Jernigan and BUC Young, I am grateful for your patience and wisdom. Most importantly, I am thankful you have accepted me as your charge. MAC Beverly Henson and MAC Delilah Clymer, for being so little you are giants and have left me enormous boots to fill. Thank you. Finally, to the philosopher, MAC (EXW) Adam Olson...I meant what I said at the meet and greet; you have taught me that "we don't panic," think through the damn problem, and you have allowed me ample rope to lead or to hang myself, but you left that choice to me, I can only pray you approve of them. I will never be able to repay the lessons you have taught me. Thank you all.
Date: 12:52am
From: PSC(EXW)(SEL) Mitzi Irizarry Kocurek
Duty Stations: Seal Team Seventeen
Comments: I want to thank the following people: My family for their love, support, and sacrifices. The numerous Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs for their guidance, patience, and constructive criticisms. My peers and junior Sailors for their trust, respect, and faith in me. The Board for their time to discuss and select me. My Sponsors for their mentorship and prepare me for what's to come. Without your support, I will not be where I am today. Thank you for being a part of my career. God Bless <><... PS: My Brothers & Sisters, start working on your Frocking Eval!
Date: 12:45am
From: BMC (EXW/SW/AW/DV) (SEL) Joshua Young
Duty Stations: EODMU1
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has mentored me over the last 17 years to get me where I am now. A special thanks to MMC Chad Hemric (ret) and EODCS Greg Van Ness for taking the time to show me the way. Congratulations to everyone who was selected this year.
Date: 12:38am
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Victoria Mattingly
Duty Stations: CCSG-8, CSCS DET PEARL HARBOR, USS BULKELEY, USS NASSAU, NSA NORFOLK, USS SAIPAN, TPU NORFOLK, USS EMORY S. LAND
Comments: It is such an honor and blessing to be in this position. Thank you to everyone that has supported and helped me learn along the way. I would love to list names but I had so much love spread my way throughout the time. I will say I am so grateful!
Date: 12:34am
From: ISC(AW/IW/SW)(Sel) Ranae M. Chavez
Duty Stations: Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron FOUR (HSC 4), Afloat Training Group San Diego (ATG SD), COMPACFLT, NAV BASE San Diego, USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), VAQ 129, USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
Comments: I am very humbled and honored to have been selected. I want to first thank my two children and my incredibly supportive family. Their support has allowed me to focus on being successful. I want to also thank my CPO mentors, my COMPACFLT/ATGSD family, and the many First Class Petty Officers and junior Sailors I’ve served with. Lastly, a special thank you to ISCM Murphy for always believing in me!
Date: 12:10am
From: SWC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Randall Tanner
Duty Stations: NMCB1,NCG2,NMCB133,CBMU202,NMCB1
Comments: Thank you for this very special opportunity.
Date: 11:56pm
From: AEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Craig Yunker
Duty Stations: Norfolk, VA; PT Mugu, CA; Pensacola, FL.
Comments: With gratitude that cannot be overstated, I'd like to thank all the many friends that I've worked with in the AE shops from VAW-120 and VAW-112, and the ATT schoolhouse at NATTC. You've put up with me, helped, and taught me more than you will ever probably realize. Thank you.
Date: 11:53pm
From: MAC(EXW/SW)(SEL) OSCAR M PARRA
Duty Stations: NAVAL STATION EVERETT
Comments: It is a complete honor to be able to post a comment on this page. I want to thank all the Chief Petty Officers that motivated, guided, and mentoring me to get to where I am today. When the time comes for me to put on the chief anchors I will wear them very proudly.
Date: 11:53pm
From: MAC(SEL) Matthew Howard
Duty Stations: NALF San Clemente Island
Comments: I would like to thank the leaders who have had the greatest impact on my career: MACM George Serrano, Thanks for all the stern looks but encouraging words. MAC Scott Fiske, Thank you for taking me under your wing and seeing my potential before I could. MAC Zach Hough, Thank you for being a true mentor, I will never forget everything you have done and continue to do for me. I only hope to one day have the abilities you all do.
Date: 11:51pm
From: AGC(Sel)(IW) Joshua Heiserman
Duty Stations: NAFD Atsugi, NAVOCEANO, FWC Norfolk
Comments: The feeling of being selected is still very overwhelming, I am so thankful for this honor and to all of the members of the CPOs Mess, LPOs, Junior Sailors, and my wife and children for pushing me and shaping me into what I have become over my career through this point. I wouldn't be here if it weren't for their guidance, support, foresight, and loyalty. Everyone who I have crossed paths with has shaped me in some way, as a human being, and as a leader and I am thankful to all. I would like to give special thanks to a few that helped me get through some of the most difficult periods of mine and my family's lives. AGCS Dauntain, AGCS Done, AGC Deshotel and the CPOs Mess they were members of. This honor would not have been possible right now if it weren't for them. Thank y'all for taking care of us, thank y'all for supporting us, and thank you for guiding me and keeping me on track through it all.
Date: 11:41pm
From: YNC(EXW/IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Jason Martin
Duty Stations: EODESU ONE
Comments: Request to be added to this extremely exclusive group.
Date: 11:23pm
From: MAC(SW/EXW/AW)(SEL) Matthew Barrette
Duty Stations: MCSFBn Kings Bay, GA; CRG TWO TEU; USS Enterprise (CVN 65)
Comments: I want to thank my wife Jill first for being my rock. She was there for the times I was told no and she helped push me to maintain until I got that sweet "S" we all look forward to. And to my son Deckard, one day when you can read this, I want you to remember to never stop working towards what you really want. Nothing truly good ever comes easy. This moment is validation that you do not get here on your own. We were selected because of the Sailors we worked for and with through the years, both Senior and Junior to us. I'd like to personally thank MAC(Ret) Larry McCaskell. I started my Naval career as a Deck Seaman and he took a chance on me. He took me under his wing and showed me what it meant to be a Master-At-Arms and model Sailor. He taught me to find the answer on my own, not find someone who will give me the answer. I look forward to sharing this knowledge with future generations of Sailors. HOOYAH!!!
Date: 11:14pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Hugo Paez
Duty Stations: USS EISENHOWER (CVN-69), FRCSW DET Point Mugu
Comments: A special thanks goes out to all the junior sailors whom I had the pleasure to serve and help along the way. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them. I learned as much from them as I hope they learned from me. To all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs I had the honor to work for, I thank you for all your guidance, your life lessons and for teaching me to never sell myself short and always strive for better. A special shout out goes out to Chief Gallimore (Ret), Chief Golden (Ret), Master Chief Dickinson, Senior Chief Link, Senior Chief Tims, Chief Yarbrough, Senior Chief Hecker, Chief Turner, Master Chief Richardson, Chief Bryson, Senior Chief Garcia, Senior Chief Hughes, Senior Chief Naputi, Chief Miwok and many others.
Date: 10:57pm
From: AWOC(SEL) Jesse M. Halsing
Duty Stations: CPRW-10, VP-40, CPRW-10 WTU, VP-4, VP-16
Comments: I am truly thankful for the honor and privilege of the chance to join the Mess of some truly great Chiefs that I have served with. AWC Robert Walker, AWCS Curt Olson, AWCS Scott Close, AWOCS Tim Howard, AMCS Holly Miguel, ATCS Perry Moore, and AZC Carrie Bousman to name a few. I'm grateful for the chance to prove myself worthy. Thank you all.
Date: 10:53pm
From: MTC(SS)(Sel) Peter Moser
Duty Stations: SWFPAC
Comments: I would like to thank MTCS(SS) Breeding, MTCS(SS) Miller, MTCS(SS) Paris, MMCS(SS) Torres-velaquez, MTC(SS) Weishar that have helped mentor me.
Date: 10:52pm
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Christophe Gagnier
Duty Stations: USS Greeneville, Phnsy & IMF, USS Emory S Land
Comments: A huge thank you to my family, shipmates and my past and present Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who got me here. It is truly an honor to be here! Let's do this!
Date: 10:48pm
From: AGC(IW/EXW/AW/SW)(Sel) Matthew C. Anderson
Duty Stations: NOSWD Norfolk;FLEWEACEN Norfolk; Strike Group Oceanography Team.
Comments: I would like to think my wife and kids who have stood beside me through everything as well as all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs of whom I have had the pleasure of their guidance and mentorship throughout the years. Additionally, I would like to thank all of the Sailors of all the FY18 CPO Selectees because without them we would not be where we are today.
Date: 10:47pm
From: NCC (SCW) (SEL) Miles Burdette
Duty Stations: NMCB 133, NRD Michigan, NRD Miami
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all of my Sailors, without your hard work their is no doubt that I wouldn't be here. I would like to thank the amazing mentors that I have had along the way that helped mold me into the leader that I have become. Finally I want to thank my family. Without Family we have nothing.
Date: 10:46pm
From: EMC (SW) (SEL) Rodrick Givens
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE LPD 23
Comments: First and foremost praises go to God from whom all blessings come from. I would like to thank my mentors EMCS Jerry Suniega, NCCS Jackie Moise (ret), EMC Ramel Diaz (ret), EMC Matthew Jones (this list could go forever) from the bottom of my heart I thank you for being an influential person in my life. I am nothing without the help from my mentors but most importantly my sailors. My success comes from their success....and I will continue the press of PRIDE AND OWNERSHIP!!!
Date: 10:43pm
From: HMC(SS/FMF)(SEL) Michael Dorris
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Medical Institute
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has pushed/helped me in this journey and would like to name a few of them below. HMCM Miguel Lugo, HMCM Randy Swanson, HMCM Michael Bagley, HMCM Lem Paalam, CMDCM Michael Hinkle, CMDCM Frank Dominguez, CMDCM(RET) Craig Kelley, CMDCM(RET) Peter Yeschenko, HMCM Joseph Matthews, HMCS Thomas Klein, HMCS Michael Subee, MMACS Lee Skinner, HMCS Valentino Salazar, HMCS Ben Grover, HMCS Carlos Rodriguez, ETNCS Ethan Mayo, HMCS(RET) Ray Meyers, HMCS Michael Atkinson, HMC Juan Camacho, HMC(RET) Brian Steele, HMC(RET) Joey Jerome, HMC Cody McNeely, HMCS Allyn Brown, HMCS Ben Kramer, HMC Felipe Rios, HMCS Geoffrey Hunley, HMCS Todd Burkholder.
Date: 10:43pm
From: ISC(IW/SW/EXW/AW) (SEL) Brian McCall
Duty Stations: Naval Special Warfare Unit ONE; FIAF DETACH. BAHRAIN; Information Warfare Training Center; United States Joint Forces Command; Special Boat Team TWELVE; USS NIMITZ
Comments: I am truly honored and privileged to be among the many selectees. A tremendous praise to God for this amazing opportunity. I would personally like to thank these phenomenal leaders for getting me to this point in my career: CTIC Todd Smock; MMC Trevino Roberson; ISC Christopher Erwin(RET); ISC Brian Mazuc; ISC John Harlow; CMDCM Anthony Sanders; AGC Michael Staten; ITCS Clarence Prince; YNC Roshanna Payne; SOC Floyd Mclendon; ISC Johnetta Heckard; GMC John Kines; YNC Roe Hart; YNC Roy Malott; MMCS Alford Jefferson; CMDCM Stephen Babb; and NCCS Jorrel Reichbrooks. If I left anyone off please don't charge it to my heart, charge it to my mind! Thank you all
Date: 10:42pm
From: AOC (AW/SW/IW)(Sel) Brannon Otis Godette
Duty Stations: USS Tawara LHA-1/HSM-41/USS Keasarge LHD-3/ NRD Raleigh
Comments: I would like to think AOCM Oliver Brown,Ret.AOCS Nelson Hernandez, AOCS Jose Delacruz, SHCS Cynthia Beale,AOC Damion Martin, Ret. AOC Lucas Boden horn, AOC John Vincent, AOC Erza Harn, AOC Quentin Fields.
Date: 10:42pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Shawn Eisenberg
Duty Stations: CSCSU Great Lakes, Past: USS ANCHORAGE, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN
Comments: Thank you to all those I have met throughout my career that have taken time to mentor me, train me, and most of all show patience as I grew. Thank you even more to the Sailors that have served with and under me. It is with your hard work and determination that I have been selected. Finally, thank you to my amazing Wife Denisha. It is with your patience and amazing support that I have been able to endure things. You are my rock in port, and with being strong at home, it allows me to concentrate on the job at hand. I am honored to be able to be tried and tested. I hope to be accepted by my mess and the brethren that came before and come after. Here's to an amazing 6 weeks.
Date: 10:40pm
From: HMC(SEL) Marco D. Weygan
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Medical Institute (Student)
Comments: Good day Goat Locker! I am humbled and honored to be selected. I thank God for this blessing; without whom I am nothing. Thank you Amandeep, for your love and support. Thank you Amrik and Amelia for being wonderful children. Thank you Navy Medicine East: ADM Kenneth Iverson CMDCM Christopher Hill CAPT Doug Stephens CDR Pam Klepactulensru HMC Steve Meszaros HM1 Rudy Castillo HMC (Sel) Bernard Morales Thank you CRS-4 HMCS (Ret) John Bair HMCS (Ret) Bryan Zimmerman HMC Julian Torres HMC Christian Marsh Looking forward to train, mentor and lead up and down the chain of command. Sincerely, HMC SEL Marco D. Weygan
Date: 10:39pm
From: AWOC (Sel) (NAC/AW) Tyler Beidelman
Duty Stations: CPRW-10 current past VP-8,CPRW-10, VP-16,VP-45
Comments: It is a great honor to be included and added to the selectee goat locker.
Date: 10:38pm
From: HTC(SEL)(SW) Shane Allen Bueter
Duty Stations: ACU5; USS FRANK CABLE; USS EMORY S LAND.
Comments: Proud and honored to be selected to join the mess! HOOYAH!
Date: 10:36pm
From: FCC(Sel) (SW) Alexander Mueller
Duty Stations: USS Louisiana SSBN 743, USS Anzio CG-68, USS James E. Williams DDG 95, NRD Miami
Comments: Thank you to my current and previous leaders and junior sailors for helping me get to where I am now I am very thankful for you are.
Date: 10:27pm
From: ITC(SCW) (SEL) Christopher Calhoun
Duty Stations: EUCOM JAC 0167/ NOSC ATLANTA
Comments: Thank you to my fellow shipmates past/present, family, and friends who have supported me and pushed me throughout my Navy careers. I could not have made it hear without you. To my wife and kids, thank you for the sacrifices you have made. I hope I continue to make you all proud. Thank you to the worlds finest Navy for making me the man I am today and believing in me.
Date: 10:23pm
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Anthony Silva
Duty Stations: Naval Base Coronado, MSRON-3, NAS Lemoore, NSA Bahrain, Naval Base Guam
Comments: I would like to thank all of the great Chiefs that have mentored me through my years in the worlds greatest Navy. I would also like to thank all of my peers who have been there through the good and the bad, and lastly, but not least, I would like to thank all of the junior Sailors I have lead and influenced, if it were not for all of them, I would not be where I am today.
Date: 10:19pm
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Asha Ware
Duty Stations: USS Wasp, HSM-40, FRC Norfolk, USS Enterprise, USS Saipan, NRD Richmond, USS Keasarge
Comments: First and foremost I have to thank God for where I am today. It was in his plan and timing all along for me to be selected as a chief. I want to thank my husband for supporting me and standing by me when I wanted to quit. I want thank all my junior sailors because without out them I would also not be here. I also want the thank all my chief mentors who saw the potential in me and took timeout to mentor me in every aspect. Thank you so much for letting me vent my frustrations when things didn't go the way I planned them to go because lord knows when I got upset it was bad. I am truly honored to have been selected.
Date: 10:01pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Gregory Neifeld
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
Comments: I humbly thank my friends and mentors over the past 13 years that shaped me into the leader and servant that I am at this stage of my life: Chief Warrant Officer Steve Flemens Chief Warrant Officer Ray Lemque (Ret.) AMC Steve Nunnelly AFCM Allen (Ret.) AFCM Amy Leach AZCM Paul Hummel AVCM J. McGill AVCM Mouawangyee ASCM Atienza ASCS Steve Parkinson AMCS Sosavialva AMCS Aleman AMCS Vasquez ATCS R. McGuire ATCS Baker AMCS Baldonado (Ret.) AECS Gidley AZCS Ashley AZCS Pyle AZC Paulson AMC Hanson CVN 70 CPO Mess & AIMD CPO's
Date: 09:58pm
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Nadine Gue
Duty Stations: USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: I would like to thank God first for everything, my parents, siblings, and true friends for their support throughout my life and course of my Navy career. Without their support, I would not be successful in my naval career. Further, to all the Chiefs who played a major role in my success: BUC Fisher and UTC Scherer who were instrumental to my last year as a First Class by adding necessary tools to my toolbox, but mostly for believing in me. Senior Chief Gardner for being true in and out of uniform. Their trust in me surely paved my way to become a CPO. My Navy mentors - CSCS Campbell, LSCS Locke. You two greatly inspire me in more ways than I can describe. Last, but not least, my Sailors (all/Marines/Seabees included). Aside from those mentioned above, you put me here today. Through you, I know what it means to serve. Much Love.
Date: 09:56pm
From: MAC (SEL) Reynaldo Molina Tuason Jr.
Duty Stations: Naval Station Everett
Comments: I would like to thank God, my family, all my Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Master Chiefs, and junior Sailors giving me the honor to serve more faithful years as a Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy! In God we Trust, Thank you!!!
Date: 09:55pm
From: ABEC (SEL) (AW/SW) Robert L Lightner
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S TRUMAN, VX-23 PAX RIVER MD, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON.
Comments: No comment
Date: 09:53pm
From: AGC(IW/AW/SW)(SEL) Erica Triplett
Duty Stations: Fleet Weather Center Norfolk (Naval Station Norfolk)
Comments: First I would like to say I count it an honor and a privilege to have been selected. God, my parents, brother, and children have supported me and helped to get me to this place and I couldn't be more thankful. There has been many, Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Master Chiefs and Sailors that have believed in me and continue to push me to do better and be better and without them this day would not have come. A special thanks goes to LSCS(Ret) Howard Triplett. My unlce, my 1st Chief. The reason why I even joined the Navy. I know he is looking from above smiling, and saying, "You still have the watch".
Date: 09:48pm
From: PSC(AW/SW)(SEL) Jason K Miller
Duty Stations: FSC Great Lakes, VFA-94, NRD San Diego, USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53), PSD North Island, USS Champion (MCM 4)
Comments: Thank you to my wife, Christa, for always believing in me. Thank you to my family for supporting me through all these years of service. Thank you to all the Sailors that followed me and to my brothers and sisters that stood beside me. Thank you to all the leaders that guided me up to this point. I especially want to thank PSCS(Ret.) Dan Crowley for setting the foundation of my career. He instilled in me the values that I carry with me today and pass on to the Sailors that I lead.
Date: 09:36pm
From: YNC(Sel) (SW/AW) Kim Turner
Duty Stations: CPRW-10, Pentagon, USS JOHN C. STENNIS
Comments: I would like to thank CMC (RET) Tom Madrid and YNCS Ok Miller for their guidance and leadership that help me become the sailor that I am today.
Date: 09:31pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Fonzie Knott
Duty Stations: NAS Meridian MS
Comments: Thank you for the mentorship and guidance from my Chiefs and thank you to the junior sailors who worked very very hard for me over the years. Without these two components I know in my heart I would not have been selected for this great honor.
Date: 09:26pm
From: HMC(Sel) Stephanie Morlock
Duty Stations: NMOTC DET SWMI, COASTAL RIVERINE SQUADRON FOUR, NMC PORTSMOUTH, AMPHIBIOUS CONSTRUCTION BATTALION TWO, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73)
Comments: I am so incredibly humbled and blessed to have been selected to be a part of the Chief's Mess. I would like to thank the many people who have helped me get here today. Specifically CMC John Lery, HMCS(ret) Bryan Zimmerman, Senior Chief Freddy Parra, Chief Greg Hadley, Chief Sam Hall, Senior Chief Brian Browne and Chief Charlena Brown. Without your help, this day would have never come. Thank you for believing in me. I look forward to taking on the challenges that a Chief Petty Officer faces daily and I hope to continue on the legacy of "servant leadership".
Date: 09:21pm
From: ETNC (SW) (SEL) Nathan A. Mollica
Duty Stations: NFAS, NPS, NPTU CHASN (STU/STAFF), CVN 70
Comments: Made chief. Wouldn't have done it/made it through without these dudes. Thanks much. ETN1 (SW) Escobar, Godofredo ETN2 (SW) Smalls, Gary ETN2 (SW) Machuca, Joseph ETN1 (SW) Hickerson, Jacob ETN2 (SW) Granados, Javier ETN1 (SW) Musser, Davit Todd ETN1 (SW) Mckellep, Jeremy ETN1 (SW) Delvalle, Edwin ETN1 (SW) Benjamin, Eli ETNC (SW) Newcomb, Nicholas ETNC (SW/AW) Ritchey, Evan ETNCS (SW) Lucas, Andrew Dean ETNCM (SW) Ball, Jim ETNCS (SW/AW) Van Leuven, Aaron ETNC (SW) Marquis, Joe ETN1 (SVT) Schildt, William ETN1 (SW) Monahan, Daniel ETN1 (SW) Scipione, Christopher -Nate
Date: 09:13pm
From: AWVC (Sel) NAC/AW/SW/EXW Christian Montano
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island CPRW-10
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and son for their dedication and sacrifice. Additionally, AWVC Will Smith for his leadership and mentorship that helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 09:06pm
From: ACC(AW/SW/IW) (SEL) Daren Whigham
Duty Stations: NAS MERIDIAN; USS RONALD REAGAN; USS GEORGE WASHINGTON; NAS OCEANA
Comments: I am beyond blessed to have been given this opportunity! None of this would be possible without my GOD, my family and the great Sailors that I have had the pleasure of working with and for both Junior and Senior. HOOYAH!!!!!
Date: 09:04pm
From: BUC(SCW) (Sel) Rolland Jorgensen
Duty Stations: NCG 2
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectees! Thanks to the leaders and sailors who I have served with for helping me get to this point, it is truly an honor.
Date: 09:01pm
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Sarah Crouch
Duty Stations: NR NIOC San Antonio
Comments: Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to gain the trust of the Chief's Mess. I will do my best and try to enjoy the process of Chiefs training while it is happening and not just looking back with fond memories. Thank you again.
Date: 08:59pm
From: GMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Erik Davila
Duty Stations: USS GREEN BAY(LPD-20), USS HARPERS FERRY(LSD-49), USS AMERICA(LHA-6), FLTCOMCAMPAC
Comments: I would like to thank my family for supporting me through my years of service. I want to thank all the Chief's, Senior Chief's and Master Chief's that have guided me throughout my career. I would like to especially thank GMC Quinones and GMC Barlow for helping me reach a goal that is not easily attainable.
Date: 08:40pm
From: EOC(SEL)(SCW/EXW) Roy W. Summerville Jr.
Duty Stations: NAVSUPPFAC THURMONT, NMCB 1, CSFE FT LENWD, NMCB 133
Comments: I feel very blessed, but one thing is sure, it was a combination of Mentors, Sailors, Seabees, Troops and Family. It was all of them that has gotten me though the best and the worst times though out my service. I didn't get here on my own and I owe all my success to them. So through these next few years of service (don't know how many more years) But I will be thanking you all for making me who I have become.
Date: 08:37pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Ramon I. Jimenez Jr.
Duty Stations: NATTC PENSACOLA, FACSFAC JACKSONVILLE, USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: First, I would like to thank my wife and children for all of their support along the way! I would also like to thank FACSFAC JAX's Chief Mess, for ALWAYS helping me to develop and grow into the leader that I have become. I have also had much support from my peers and subordinates along the way. Everyone I have served with has played a vital role to me, and I want to thank you all!
Date: 08:21pm
From: GSEC(Sel) Chelvis Marshall
Duty Stations: NRD HOUSTON
Comments: First of all I want to thank my family,friends and all of my mentors for supporting and guiding me on this journey to chief. I especially want to thank Command Master Chief Jimmie Carter , PSC Denise Robateau, MRC Ignacio Lopez, GSCS Khan ,CWO3 Jorge Siguenza GSCS Mason ,MMCM Bruce Turner, FCCS Terrence Jones, GSCS Rene ,GSE2 PACAS ,GSE2 Firth, GSE2 Bledsoe,GSE2 JZ, GSM1 Brobbey, CS1 HOLCOMB ,GSE3 Turla, GSCS SENOREN OS1 Ward, GSM1 Washington ,EMC Lee, MMC Hasselberger, EMCS Tie. Every since the day I join the Navy I wanted to become a Chief and eventually a Top Snipe. That is still a passion of mine and I'm still striving for it, I am looking forward to this journey and this privilege to be one of the deck plate leaders that I looked up to.
Date: 08:08pm
From: NCC(SEL) COURTNEY JAMES
Duty Stations: NRD HOUSTON / NRD NASHVILLE / NIOC HAWAII / NSGA HAWAII
Comments: I would like to thank God, all of the mentors and leaders that have left any type of influence on me, and any Sailor that I had the privilege to lead. It is truly an honor to get selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 08:05pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) KEMAR GRAY
Duty Stations: NRD JACKSONVILLE
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank God for allowing me the opportunity to have so many supporting and wonderful people in my life. Without these people I would not be able to reach the honor of being a chief selectee. I would like to thank my wife (Denean), mother Michelle, son Kemar Jr, Daughter Anne-Marie and Kaydence for there unconditional support. I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and master Chiefs that saw something in me that I didn't see at the time to put the time into molding me to get to this point in my career. I would like to also thank all my mentors even though all of them didn't make it to being a Chief they trained, mentored and put time into making a better Sailor.
Date: 08:05pm
From: MAC (AW) (SEL) MATTHEW RODRIGUEZ
Duty Stations: MCSFBn Kings Bay
Comments: I absolutely would not be here if it weren't for all of my people putting in work. Thank you all so much. My mentors did an amazing job in guiding me and developing me as a leader. Good luck to everyone on their journey through the season!
Date: 07:58pm
From: ADC(SEL) Richard Jayson G. Madriaga
Duty Stations: HSM-49 Naval Air Station North Island
Comments: I want to thank my wife and family for all the support and sacrifices they do everyday. I also want to thank all the Chiefs past and present who helped me along the way! Thank you to my Scorpions Family and Scorpions Chief Mess. Without your support and guidance, I'm not where i am right now.
Date: 07:58pm
From: ENC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Jeff Bizardie
Duty Stations: NSWG-4
Comments: I'd like to thank my wife and all who made it possible.
Date: 07:54pm
From: ETVC(SS) (SEL) Raynard Robinson
Duty Stations: NRD Jacksonville, USS Scranton
Comments: First and foremost, I want to thank God because this is truly a blessing. I would like to thank every Chief I have served with throughout my career. You guys have truly pushed me and been great examples of what is it to be a Chief. Though they may never see this, I must thank my family because I know a lot of prayers have gone out for me. Last but not least I want to thank my wife because she has been my biggest support system throughout my time in the Navy.
Date: 07:54pm
From: HMC(SS/FMF/CAC)(SEL) Ryan Woody
Duty Stations: USS NEWPORT NEWS (SSN 750)
Comments: It's a honor to be selected. I hope I can be as good as the Chiefs that got me here. Thank you.
Date: 07:37pm
From: PRC (AW/ SW/ FPJ) (SEL) Justin Watt
Duty Stations: SEAL TEAM 17
Comments: I would like to congratulate my fellow selectees and thank SOCM Michael Stephenson for his solid advice and leadership and SOC Dan Smith, who embodies the Navy's Core Values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. I am humbled to be apart of this community and I am ready to lead the sled dogs.
Date: 07:30pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Carlos Bolivar
Duty Stations: SEAL Team SEVENTEEN, ACB-1, SPAWAR 119, CSCS DET West, USS Germantown, USS Hrpers Ferry
Comments: Thank you to all the mentors I've had through my years at all the commands I have served under. That doesn't include only CPO's but everyone I've worked for and alongside. I've taken life, leadership, personal and professional lessons from all of you. I've been fortunate to have had great leadership and to have served alongside great people who have helped me learn from my mistakes and build my strengths. Thank you! I'm humbled to have been selected.
Date: 07:27pm
From: AEC(SEL)(AW/SW) Stephen Tatum
Duty Stations: Norfolk, VA(HSC-26,HSC-2); San Diego, CA(HSM-49)
Comments: Want to say thank you to each and every Sailor that I have had the privilege to work for, work with, and lead. It is you all that got me where I am today. To look back at all that we have been through together is absolutely incredible. To my Wife, who holds down the fort when i have been gone, can't thank you enough! I am honored to have been selected and look forward to the future ahead.
Date: 07:26pm
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) George Kenney
Duty Stations: SEAL TEAM 17
Comments: I would like to thank all of my people (Sailors) who have worked for me in the past and made my job easier. I would also like to thank my children for supporting me during three deployments and my Navy career. I would like to thank my mother who recently passed away for the great guidance she gave me throughout my life and my father who showed me how hard work can pay off.
Date: 07:17pm
From: ATC(AW/SW) (SEL) Anthony M. Bennekin Jr.
Duty Stations: CFAS Det AIMD, FRCSW Det Point Mugu, VAW-120, VAW-121
Comments: I would like to thank my wife for her full support in my career. Taking care of our family and the Navy requirements when I am not around brings a lot of stress but it is paying off for us. Thanks to my mentors for being honest with me even when it wasn’t comfortable. They have gave me much insight on all my possible future outcomes in the Navy and where I can take. Thanks to all those I have worked besides and for. I have experienced a very fun and hard working Navy.
Date: 07:05pm
From: SHC(SW)(SEL) Ian Chenkin
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN (LHD5) ; NNMC BETHESDA,MD/USNS COMFORT (T-AH20); USS OAK HILL (LSD51)
Comments: I am humbly honored to have this opportunity. I have many mentors to thank. SHC Hanke was the one that put me on the road that has lead me to this opportunity.
Date: 06:55pm
From: HMC (SEL) SS/FMF Cory M Clifton
Duty Stations: USS New Hampshire (SSN 778); NUMI; NBHC Portsmouth, NH; MAG-29 VMM-263; SOI-EAST
Comments: Honored and humbled to soon be entering the hallowed halls of legendary leaders and the heroes who have paved the way long before I took my first breath. Thank you to my CPO Mess on the Granite Ghost SSN 778 and so many more. Very Respectfully, HMC (SEL) Cory M. Clifton
Date: 06:52pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Ryan Houtz
Duty Stations: CLB6, USS Hurricane, 1/1, 2/4
Comments: Thank you HMC Rios and BMC Hunt for being the best examples for me to follow.
Date: 06:50pm
From: AMC(SEL) Maureen Lydon
Duty Stations: HSC-4 (NORTH ISLAND), RTC (GREAT LAKES), HSC-25 (GUAM), HSC-3 (NORTH ISLAND)
Comments: I feel Blessed beyond measure and could not be in this position without each one of my Leaders, Mentors, Sailors, and Peers along the way. The one Chief that I would like to express gratitude for is NCC Tongela Freeman. I had been in the Navy for nearly 10 years before I had the opportunity to work directly for a female Chief and I hold her near to my heart. I hope to make her Proud!
Date: 06:47pm
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Melina Jackson
Duty Stations: USS SAN ANTONIO, WHCA, NCTAMS PAC, NIOC HAWAII, USS PAUL HAMILTON, IMF BANGOR, and USS FRANK CABLE
Comments: I can't express how much of an honor it is to have been selected this year! Thank you to my family for their continued support and to my past leadership for their guidance.
Date: 06:32pm
From: LSC(SW/IW)(SEL) Andre Stetz
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLCJ DET FW
Comments: Thank you to all Chiefs that I have met throughout the years on my way here and thank you to those that I will meet in the future. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 06:27pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Thomas Smith
Duty Stations: SWRMC, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN76), HSM-49
Comments: I would like to thank my entire family and my girlfriend for all being so supportive through all the years. Thank you to all my Sailors for the work put in and the lessons you taught me. Thank you to all the Chiefs that provided guidance on personal and professional situations. I'm just now realizing there are too many to even list. Every Sailor I have worked with has had an impact on my career.
Date: 06:25pm
From: LSC(SW/IW)(SEL) Willie T Bates
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE HW BUSH (CVN 77); CBMU 202; USS FORREST SHERMAN (DDG 98); NIOC NORFOLK; NAVSUP FLC SAN DIEGO; USS STERETT (DDG 104)
Comments: It is an honor to be selected this year. I would like to thank my family for all the support they have given me and for being a constant source of strength and motivation over the years. I would also like to thank all the outstanding mentors and leadership that I was lucky to have throughout my career, LSCS McCann, LSC Gaitan, LSC Hunter, LSC Roebuck, and three exceptional leaders who truly prepared me for the next step, LSCM Dimapilis, LSC Sanchez, and LSC Dearmon. Last but not least, I would like to thank all my sailors throughout the years, for giving me this opportunity.
Date: 06:13pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Charles Hammond
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis CVN-74, TACTRAGRUPAC, USS Sampson DDG-102, USS Sterett DDG-104
Comments: I have a laundry list of Shipmates, past and present, friends and family that I have to thank for getting me here. Without the love and support of all of you, this absolutely would NOT be possible. To my Mentors who have helped guide me through my 13+ years, I owe you everything. Trust when I say, I've taken everything you have told me and ran with it. To my family and friends, thank you for supporting me my shipmates through all of the training cycles, all of the deployments, all of the duty days... I love you all and I appreciate your patience. To the Chief Petty Officer Mess, I want to humbly thank you all for seeing something in me. And congratulations to all the new Selectees. I wish you all the best of luck in your 6 week journey. Please continue to reach out and if you ever need anything from me or my Selectee Brothers, please do not hesitate to ask.
Date: 06:07pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) David Long
Duty Stations: USNH Sigonella. Coming from 3D MARDIV Okinawa, ECRC Afghanistan/PRT Farah, and NHCNE Newport.
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, mentors, peers and junior Sailors who have got me here. To HMCS Bryan Zimmerman, my first Chief who recently retired, HMCS Chris Marquez, my current LCPO who is about to retire, and all the countless CPOs who have led me along the way: I'll do my best to always honor your legacy.
Date: 05:58pm
From: AWRC(NAC/AW/SW) (SEL) Vito Grieco
Duty Stations: HSL-47 Saberhawks, HSM-41 Seahawks, HSM-78 Bluehawks, NATTC AW A School.
Comments: I am Honored and Overjoyed to be included in this prestigious group. There are so many people that I want to thank that have been there guiding me and mentoring me through my time in the Navy. First I would like to thank AWRCS David Loiselle who has always been there to guide me and tell me the truth even though it was hard to do. I would like to thank all the AWs that were there at HSL-47 who molded me into the AW and Person I am today. Without all of the Brotherhood showing me the way I would not be here today. I would also like to thanks AWOCM Andy Jeter for showing me what Leadership is all about. Master Chief is by far the best leader I have ever worked for and worked with and he has shown me all things that A good leader possesses, I just hope that I can be half as good a leader as Master Chief is. I would also like to thank my family for supporting me and being there when I needed them the most, without them I would not be where I am today.
Date: 05:38pm
From: LSC(Sel) Karime Rivera
Duty Stations: NMCB ONE, PACOM JIOC, COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: I'm extremely grateful and blessed with this opportunity. Thank you to all my fellow Sailors and my Seabees. Thank you to my bother-in-law, LSCM Dave Cease (Ret) for your guidance and molded me into a sharp Sailor and LS. To LSCS Abe Confer for all your mentorship, leadership and all those days writing evals and awards for our Sailors. I can't wait to comeback ashore and be able to contact all the mentors and supporters of my career. Thanks again for the opportunity, it's an honor and I can't wait to be called your Sister. Karime
Date: 05:37pm
From: ETC(SEL)(EXW/SW) Kenan Samuel
Duty Stations: CRS-2; CSCSU DAMNECK, USS ESSEX; USS BONHOMME RICHARD; TSC KADENA
Comments: It is an honor and a privilege to be Selected for Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who had a positive impact on my career. This is truely one of the happiest days of my life!
Date: 05:28pm
From: MCC (SEL) (AW/SW) Joshua Karsten
Duty Stations: AFN Sigonella; US 7th Fleet; JFC Brunssum; FLTPACEN Atlantic; Blue Angels; USS JFK(CV 67)
Comments: I'd like to First thank my wife and children for all their love and support so I could put in extra work to earn my anchors. I also thank my past LCPOs for their quality leadership over the years for which I hope to perpetuate: PHC Dominick Haen; PHC Yan Kennon; PHC Mike Lorey; PHC/LT Glen Sircy; JOC Victor Brabble; YNCS Phill Mertes; and MCC Blain.
Date: 05:27pm
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Jeff Shelton
Duty Stations: NPTU Ballston Spa
Comments: This was truly a surprise. I want to thank MMNC Chris Hewitt, MMNC George Chesney, MMNCM Matt Grossman, Sam Tomlin and the other Chiefs from the Theodore Roosevelt who helped develop and mentor me.
Date: 05:24pm
From: LSC (SEL)(AW/SW/SCW) Raniel Reyes
Duty Stations: Executive Transport Detachment
Comments: It is my biggest accomplishment to become a Chief Petty Officer of the greatest Navy in the world. I owe it all to all Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that lead and mentor me to get to where Iam today. I will return the favor to all subordinates by providing the same mentorship and leadership I received throughout my career. It's truly a great honor to be a Chief.
Date: 05:21pm
From: AEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Carlos Xavier Ramos
Duty Stations: AIMD Norfolk, USS ENTERPRISE The First and Finest, FRCMA Norfolk, HSC-7 World Famous Dusty Dogs, AIMD Sigonella
Comments: I am grateful for the privilege to sign this deck log. I owe my success to some great leadership early in my career. Specifically, my long time mentor AEC(AW/SW) Bryan Brown.
Date: 05:17pm
From: MAC(SEL) Francis Carmon III
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Rota, Spain
Comments: First, I would like to thank our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Without him, nothing is possible. Then, I would like to thank my wife Carrie. She has been the ROCK that has kept our family moving forward and staying strong. There are so many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have mentored me into the Sailor that I am today. I am also thankful to all of the PO1's, PO2's, PO3's and SN that have kept me motivated to "pass the torch" and give the knowledge I possess. MAC Johnson, MAC(ret) Denning, MAC Koehler, MAC Staercke, MACS Elwood, MAC Nitti MACM Cady, MAC Pratt, MACS Ontiveros, MACS Sanchez, MACS(ret) Guyette, MACS McLeod, MAC Cloke, MACM Holden, MAC Sprools, EODCS Radcliff, MRC Haskell, MAC Limson, HMC Amador and last but not least CMDCM Conrad have been there for me and helped to pave the path that leads me here today. 41 days until the happiest day of my life. HOOYAH CHIEFS!!
Date: 05:15pm
From: MAC(SEL)SW Christopher Knight
Duty Stations: NAS Sigonella, NAS PAX River, CFA Okinawa, NWS Fallbrook, CFA Yokosuka
Comments: Happy to be here, EAGER to learn. Has been a journey since day one. Have learned alot from my Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs. I will continue to be an inspiration to all. Thank you to MAC Raper for our "Real talk", MAC Washington for the guidance, MACS Jenkins for the understanding, MACS Collins for the "sweet SRB" back when there was one and MACM Moffet for the OJT of being an MA.
Date: 05:08pm
From: BMC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Edwin Mantilla
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON CVN 70
Comments: I want to give a huge thank you to all my shipmates that helped me get to this point.
Date: 05:06pm
From: CEC(SCW)(SEL) Jeffery Gee
Duty Stations: NCG Two Augment
Comments: Proud to be selected
Date: 05:05pm
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) TERRELL D. DOWNS
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson CVN-70
Comments: Couldn't have made it to this point without the guidance of CSCM Patrick Campbell, CSCS Deana Decker, FCC Veleka Davis, CSCS Anthony Hooper. all of you have inspired me in some way, shape or form. Thank you all!!!
Date: 05:00pm
From: LSC (SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Desiree Wingate
Duty Stations: COMPHIBRON FOUR, VRC-40, VAW-123, MALS-24, USS BOXER (LHD-4), USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72)
Comments: I would like to thank all my past and present Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who helped to guide me, believed in me and continued to empower me. This is honestly a dream come true to finally be here.
Date: 04:32pm
From: ABHC(SEL) CLINTON BADER
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
Comments: Thank you, to all my junior sailors that got me to this point. To all my Chiefs current and former for the mentoring, thank you. To my loving wife and 3 beautiful daughters, thank you for the support.
Date: 04:25pm
From: ABHC(SEL) Anthony Taylor
Duty Stations: NAS Jacksonville
Comments: I would like to thank my family, without them I would not be who I am today. I would like to thank my Junior sailors and those senior leaders who guided me throughout my time in the Navy both personally and professionally. Its a honor to be selected to such a fine brotherhood as todays Chiefs Mess!!
Date: 04:22pm
From: AWVC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Keir Troncoso
Duty Stations: CNATT Det Tinker, VQ-3
Comments: Congrats to my fellow Selects! I look forward to a challenging but rewarding Season. Thank you to all of those who helped me get here, subordinates and superiors.
Date: 04:20pm
From: MAC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Clinton Reese
Duty Stations: CNRSW
Comments: I am honored and humbled by this selection and could not have made it here without my family! Thank you!
Date: 04:11pm
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) Matthew Parsons
Duty Stations: USS Ashland (LSD-48), USS Independence (LCS-2/ Crew 201), NAS Sigonella
Comments: I would like to thank everyone I've interacted with since the start of my navy career. At times, I may have not agreed with someone or didn't get along with them, it still taught me valued lessons on how to carry myself or interact with others. Most importantly my mentors I have had gave me the drive to keep moving and those I have worked with made me who I am today. I am truely greatful to have served and known everyone of those inviduals.
Date: 03:51pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Charles David White
Duty Stations: HSC-22
Comments: Thank you first and foremost to my wife Angie without whose love and support I would have likely never considered the military as an option. To all of the Chiefs and Sailors past and present without your guidance I would not be the person I am today, you all helped me get here one way or another. I only hope that I can do the same as you all have done for me for the next generation. I have some very big shoes to fill. Special thanks ADC William B. Tackett (Ret).
Date: 03:43pm
From: QMC (SEL) Candy Flores
Duty Stations: CNA-CNE- COMSIXTHFLT, COMCARSTRKGRU Seven, USS COMSTOCK, SERE WEST, USS BENFOLD, USS MOMSEN (plankowner)
Comments: This is the Happiest Day of my Life!
Date: 03:43pm
From: AOC (AW) (SEL) Isaiah Wallace
Duty Stations: HSC-22, HELMARTSTRIKEWEPSCOLANT, HSC-26
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who helped get me this far.Your mentorship and leadership was greatly appreciated. Additionally, I would like to thank my family for being there to support me through my career and always staying positive. I would like to thank all of my junior sailors who put in the time and effort day in and day out. I know there's a long road ahead and I welcome the challenge.
Date: 03:20pm
From: ITC(SEL)(IW/SW/EXW/NAC) Jennifer Turnbull
Duty Stations: NIOC Hawaii(NSGA Kunia); PRNOC; NIOD POTOMOC; NCIS HQ; NIOC BAHRAIN; NSWG-1 MCT; USS MOUNT WHITNEY (LCC20)
Comments: Thank you goes out to all the amazing Sailors that I have worked with throughout the years. I have truly learned something from each and everyone of you. Thank you! Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have helped me, guided me and pushed me to be better. Thank you to my family who has dealt with many ups and downs and have stuck with me throughout. I am truly honored to have been selected.
Date: 03:20pm
From: GMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Jeremiah Street
Duty Stations: NAVSUP AMMOPAC
Comments: Thank God for allowing me to have this privilege of becoming a Chief. And thanks to GMCS Murphy and AOC Martin for the for outstanding mentorship. Special thanks to my family for enduring the long deployments.
Date: 02:11pm
From: MMAC (SS/SW) (SEL) Erik Holmstrom
Duty Stations: USS RHODE ISLAND SSBN-740, USS EMORY S LAND AS-39, TTF BANGOR, WA, USS ALABAMA SSBN-731, NSSF GROTON, CT
Comments: I would like to thanks all the past and present Chiefs that have helped me along the way. I would especially like to thanks MMAC(SS) Murray, learned a lot, thanks for your patience!
Date: 02:06pm
From: YNC(SW/SCW)(SEL) Kenya L. Williams
Duty Stations: SECNAV OPA, NCTS Guam, USS TICONDEROGA (CG 47), MCC Northwood, NMCB 133, MCC Naples/JFC Naples, COMSIXTHFLT, NPASE West
Comments: I want to give honor and praise to GOD, my wife and kids for their love and support, all the CPOs that guided and mentored me, and all the Sailors throughout my career. This selection is based on their success and trust in me to lead. Thank you all!
Date: 02:00pm
From: AWVC(SEL) (NAC/AW) Matthew McDonald
Duty Stations: VP-26,VP-30, Bupers SDC, VP-30
Comments: Truly and honor to be selected this year. Going to be a trying one, but with the effort of everyone, it will be a good one. Lets keep everyone posted.
Date: 01:49pm
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Rhoderic A. Cerezo
Duty Stations: 1st MARDIV, NMCSD, NMTSC NETE DET SD
Comments: First of all, I would like to thank my wife Millicent who has loved and supported me unconditionally. Without her support, I would not be successful in my naval career. Then there were the Sailors that got me here. First, I would like to thank the many mentors that shaped who I have become, specifically CMDCM Lemons, HMCM Padilla, HMCM Torres, HMCS Casad, and HMC Derequito who were instrumental in turning me from E-6 into a First Class Petty Officer. Their support, guidance, and continued belief in me is what drove me to be a better Sailor and pave my way to become a CPO. They are also the type of leader and Chief I aspire to be. Then there were the mentors - HMCM Centeno, HMCS Sinon, HMCS Kremer, HMC Stewart - whose brutal honesty drove me to be better. They were the ones who reminded me to not just "sit on my laurels" but instead, recognize my faults and fix them. Lastly, I would like to thank the Sailors that I had the privilege to lead and develop, because without them, all of this is for naught. I truly believe in servitude leadership and their successes is what speak for my place here in the Goat Locker.
Date: 01:37pm
From: HMC (FMF/PJ)(Sel) Nick Lamal
Duty Stations: NMTSC NETE DET SD
Comments: I am truly ecstatic to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer; I have wanted this since day one and have dreamed of this day. I am eternally grateful to HMCS Scott Lovvorn, HMC Eric Madden and HMCS Stephen Way for their mentorship and guidance along the way. They were instrumental in my development as a leader and a person. They taught me how to better myself and always pushed me to grab every opportunity and conquer it. This selection is a new beginning for me and my family and I will not let the teaching from my peers and mentors go to waste. Thank you once again for this opportunity and a chance to be a part of this long and proud legacy.
Date: 01:24pm
From: YNC(SW/EXW/IS)(SEL) Joseph Robert Geiss
Duty Stations: U.S. Military Delegation to NATO
Comments: I am truly honored to make this entry in the Deck Log. I would like to thank all of my leaders past and present, especially my mentor, YNCS Curran, my Flag Writer Instructor, YNC Sanchez, and YNC Lewis for her leadership and guidance on USS RUSHMORE. I would also like to thank all of the junior Sailors that helped me to reach this point, as well as my family and friends back home.
Date: 12:57pm
From: EMNC(SS)(SEL) Tuan Nguyen
Duty Stations: USS LA JOLLA (SSN 701), USS PENNSYLVANIA BLUE (SSBN 735), USS LOUISVILLE (SSN 724)
Comments: Hooyah! "Submarines once, Submarines twice..."
Date: 12:54pm
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) BRIAN STONER
Duty Stations: USS TENNESSEE SSBN-734 (BLUE), USS COLUMBIA SSN-771
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have helped me and guided me on this journey. I am humbled and honored to be able to make this entry and soon join the ranks as a Chief. I'm here because of the devotion and guidance of my father Master Chief Stoner, Mother Senior Chief Stoner, MMACS(SS) Fitzgerald, and the Entire Chiefs Mess onboard USS TENNESSEE! I've learned too many lessons to list from every Chief I have had the pleasure of serving with and I hope carry on the traditions and pass on my own lessons as I complete my transition to come. Thank you again to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that helped me get here.
Date: 12:41pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Ryan Phippen
Duty Stations: NSWDG, USS CHANCELLORSVILLE (CG-62)
Comments: I am Honored to be selected. First, thank you to my Father Mark Phippen for giving me the solid foundation needed to build upon. Thanks to all the Sailors, Junior and Senior for guiding me along the path to this major life achievement. Thank you GMCS Matt Lacy and FCC Jim Beyer for encouraging me to be the best Gunner and best version of myself, always looking out for us, and setting the standard to strive towards. To all the CHIEF'S that made a tremendous impact on my life and career, Thank You. V/r GMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Ryan A. Phippen
Date: 12:31pm
From: EMNC(SS)(SEL) Ben Matthews
Duty Stations: RTC Division 922, NNPTC Class 0409, MTS-626, USS Pittsburgh (SSN 720), NRD San Diego - MEPS Las Vegas, USS Topeka (SSN 754), USS San Juan (SSN 751)
Comments: Thank you for this valuable resource. To be brief, I wasn't much of anything before I joined the Navy. I didn't have a great relationship with my family, and I wasn't headed anywhere in life. My brother-in-law, MS2(Ret.) Nestor J. Moriera, sat me down and told me his story. He was one of those "Join the Navy or go to jail" stories. Everything he had in his life was because of the Navy, and he knew that it could help me out too. And it did. And it's only because I emulated the Chief Petty Officers who took the time to take care of me. From HMC Rivera at RTC, to my first EMC and current mentor EMNCM Abbott, to the CPO Mess on the War Chariot San Juan who are currently training me. I wouldn't be who I am today without some damn good Chief Petty Officers who helped me along the way. And for that, I am grateful.
Date: 12:28pm
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL) Michael J Davis
Duty Stations: NRD Houston, USS BUNKER HILL (CG-52)
Comments: I would like to express my deepest gratitude for the guidance of all genuine MCPOs, SCPOs, and CPOs with whom I have served. Big thanks to my mentor, from his time as a BM1, a BMC, and now Warrant - CW02 Rickey W. Brown II Special thanks to MCPO Rogers, MCPO Ricones, MCPO(ret.) Strawbridge, MCPO(ret.) Fales, SCPO Johnson, CPO Maxille, CPO Blake, CPO Labossiere, CPO Pullins for their guidance at NRD Houston. Special thanks to MCPO Santiago, MCPO Jablecki, MCPO Rhysdam, SCPO(ret.) Moore, SCPO Roper, SCPO(ret.) Newlun, SCPO Lauritsen, CPO Navarro, CPO Maples, CPO(ret.) Green, and all other CPO Mess onboard the Vertical Swordsman. Special thanks to CPO Nail, CPO(ret.) Bryne, CPO(ret.) Sherman for showing me the path at the very beginning.
Date: 12:26pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jonathan Cronkhite
Duty Stations: HSC-85 San Diego, CA / HSM-46 Mayport, FL / NRD Dallas Irving, TX / HSL-43 San Diego, CA
Comments: There are many reasons why I am where I'm at today and I would like to take the time to try and thank every one of those reasons. I hope I don't forget any of you but here goes; ATC Dreaden was one of the first people I met and befriended when stationed in San Diego, who then introduced me to AOC Seaman. These two made my transition to the navy seamless and have a lot to with my success. Next is AWRC McGarrigle, who I have known since I was an airman and have done multiple deployments together. These three have been like brothers to me. I also have to give credit to CWO Hatch who saw an abundance of potential in and taught me everything he knew (which was quite a bit). Next, would have to be the entire Chief's mess at HSM-46. This had to have been the best mess I had ever encountered from CMC Florentino, Master Chief Farrell, Senior Phaneuf, Senior Bitor, and the rest of the Chief's mess. Thanks for everything.
Date: 12:18pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) John Zuniga
Duty Stations: NMC Guam, NSW LOGSUPPU II, Naval Station Norfolk, (PC 12) USS Thunderbolt, CRG ONE Det Guam
Comments: This is an absolute amazing milestone for my family and I. None of these accomplishments go unnoticed and in the close to 12 years that I have served, I am thankful for all who have mentored and guided me through it all. Leaders like GMC (RET) Arlie Duff, GMC (RET) Bernard McClaughlin, BMC John Patterson, LT Haskins - LDO, ETC (RET) Derek Bieder and more. Never forgetting the junior Sailors who stood by my side as we accomplished the missions and enjoyed Liberty. Thank You all for the opportunity and selection. I'm happy to be part of the Greatest mess of Chief Petty Officers.
Date: 12:14pm
From: HMC ( Sel) Jean-Berger Tanis
Duty Stations: 1st Medical Battalion, 1st MLG
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank my mentors HMC Bozeman and HMZ Zapanta for their mentoring as Well as HMCM Tavares for her leadership, guidance and continued support.
Date: 11:55am
From: CSC(SEL) Antonio Morton
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG 62
Comments: It's an honor to be here in this position. I couldnt have made it this far without CSCM Batson. Your understanding and wisdom molded my career and I cant thank you enough. I would like to thank NCCM Davis and NCCS Williams both out of NRD Nashville. Your mentoring his brought me through so much and it has giving me a second chance and I will always pay it foward. CSCM Tayag, CTTC Kelly and ABFC Laraque thank you for your mentorship while in Diego Garcia. And last but not least I would like to thank NCC Mcbroom. You guidance on the Momsen got me out of my comfort zone and it showed me a different way to lead and I thank you for that.
Date: 11:32am
From: PRC (AW) (SEL) Raymond Calvin Rainer
Duty Stations: HSC-4, Aviation Survival Training Center-Lemoore, Strike Fighter Squadron 147, Fleet Readiness Center West - Lemoore, Patrol Squadron 47, AIMD Oceana, NTTC Pensacola, RTC Great Lakes
Comments: First I would like to thank God for all of this isn't possible without him, secondly my family, especially my Aunt Mary who pushed me and gave me the idea to enlist in the Navy. To my current wife who has stood by and supported me in all aspects of my Naval career and choices. To my Junior Sailors who allowed me to mentor and lead as well as learn from them what they expect out of a leader. To my mentors who have given me advice throughout my journeys, steered me in the right direction, and have always told me to keep going and do great things. To all the GENUINE Chiefs who have demanded more of me, expected the best of me, and never let me settle for anything less than my best. Overall, there are many people to thank, but like an awards show my speech time is getting cut off by the transition music. Thank you to everyone, family, friends, and those in the Navy who have touched my life. Im truly at a loss of words and honored.
Date: 11:27am
From: YNC(SEL)(SW/AW) Tangelia Thurman
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS PHIBCB 1 HSC-8 MSC NORFOLK USS OAK HILL (LSD 51)
Comments: So grateful to be a part of an elite brotherhood/sisterhood! I cant thank my many mentors enough. From my first command as a YN, I want to thank YNC (Ret) Scott & YNC Santiago! I am who I am today because of them! HSC-8. I had a trio of Chiefs who pushed me to become better. Threw me in the fire and watched me transform! CWO3 Jackson prior YNC, NCCM Robinson, and YNC (Ret) Tillman. Thank you for what you've done for me and thank you for what you continue to do for me! MSC Norfolk. I had PSC Kenny Fair and FCC James. I gained so much knowledge and wisdom from these two and I continue to. They seen me mature and become what I've said I always wanted to become. Thank you. Cant say it enough. I cant forget LCDR Jones prior YNC. Awesome Awesome!! Lastly, PSC Beauge. He's exactly what I needed for my first DLPO position. He let me run my department till the wheels fell off. I needed that and when I failed he would pull me alongside and tell me what I should have done! Cant thank my mentors & leadership enough!! Love you all!!!
Date: 11:17am
From: ISC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Robert M. Rowley
Duty Stations: USS ESSEX (LHD-2), HQUSCENTCOM, NAVY DET DALLAS, USSTRATCOM JFCC GLOBAL STRIKE
Comments: Thank you to every CPO that has mentored, guided, and trained me. Without their wisdom, I wouldn't be where I am. I want to thank all my Sailors and peers, I sure didn't get to where I am without them. Lastly, I thank my family, they make me, and I do everything directly or indirectly for them. Dad, I know you are proud, and I know you will be there looking down on every step of the way.
Date: 11:15am
From: HMC ( Sel) Jean-Berger Tanis
Duty Stations: 1st Medical Battalion, 1st MLG
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank my mentors HMC Bozeman and HMZ Zapanta for their mentoring as Well as HMCM Tavares for her leadership, guidance and continued support.
Date: 11:08am
From: ETC(SW/AW) (SEL) Joshua Seabourn
Duty Stations: CSCS U Great Lakes, USS Monterey, NAS Oceana, USS Kearsarge
Comments: Special thanks to CE division onboard the Mighty Monterey for all the support and getting me here. Thank you to ETCS Tiffany Barber, FCC Corey Boebinger, ICC Anthony Hamilton, ETC Tracie Singh, as well as all the other Chiefs that have given me training and mentorship over the years. I am excited and honored to have been entrusted to take care of, train and mentor junior sailors and junior officers alike.
Date: 11:00am
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Andrew Skrypez
Duty Stations: HSM-40
Comments: Thank you to my family and all of my shipmates. Every Sailor I have served with have impacted my career regardless of rank. Directly speaking, CMC Florentino, ATC Kelly, ATC Davidson, AOC Santo, ADC Favroth, AMC Withrow and ATC Kress took a special interest in me that I will emulate everyday of my life. Thank you everyone.
Date: 10:49am
From: ADC(SEL) AW/SW Kelie Ann Edwards
Duty Stations: HSM-40
Comments: I am still lost for words. I want to thank all my mentors, the sailors I have served with and the leadership I have been honored to come across throughout my career. I could have never done it without you and am extremely excited to serve beside you as your sister!
Date: 10:37am
From: NCC (SS) (sel) Robert Barlow
Duty Stations: SSGN 727, NRD Miami, SSN 22, NRD Houston
Comments: First and fore-most I would like to thank my family, without them I would not be in the position I am today. I would like to thank my Junior sailors who had enough faith in me as a leader to let me lead them. Finally, I would like to thank those senior leaders who helped guide me throughout my time in the Navy both personally and professionally.
Date: 10:21am
From: HTC(SW/SCW)(SEL) Peter J Hughes
Duty Stations: USS Warrior
Comments: HOOYA
Date: 10:17am
From: HTC(SW) (SEL) Justin Duff
Duty Stations: NRD HOUSTON / USS HUE CITY / USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT
Comments: It is a honor to make this entry. First and foremost I would like to thank my wife Alicia for her support throughout my time in the Navy and I thank my family for their continued support. I want to thank the entire NRD Houston's CPO Mess and congratulations to all the CPO Selects of 124. At this time I would like to personally show my gratitude and appreciation to the following Genuine CPO / SCPO / MCPO, Officers and Junior Sailors that have helped me in one way or another in getting to this point and instilling so many qualities in me that have shaped the man and Sailor I am today. (Disclaimer-no particular order and rank/rate may be outdated and some retired) MMCS NORTON/HT1 BUNT/HT1 STARNES/HTCS SISK HTCS HOPPER/MRCS ROEHRS/HTC RENWICK/MRC GRANTHAM/CMDCM CHAREST/CWO5 EVERSOLE/HT1 BAKER/HTC PARKER/HTC HAMMOND/HT1 CLARK/HT1 ENTRIKIN/DCCS BANNIS/DCCS CROCKETT/DCC ELLINGTON/GSMC MIRANDA/HT2 SHEVLIN/DC3 MOODY/DCC(SEL) KHULIK/GSCS RENE/GSEC(SEL) MARSHALL/DC1 LOVE/NCCS DRAKE/NCCS BROADWATER/NCC MURRAY/NCC DIAZ/NCC BURKE/CTMC BENNETT/PRC CLARK/LT MARTINEZ/AEC HINNENKAMP/ITC HOPKINS/LT CHAMP/CWO3 FIKE/SW1 CLARK/GSM1 MARTINEZ/AM2 ANDERSON/MR1 BERRY/NCC BUTLER/BM1 CANO/GM1 KELLY/NCCS CHATMAN/EM1 TORBUSH/EM2 KING/GM1 HAWKINS/HT1 AISPURO/HT2 NEWMAN/NCCS JACKSON/NCCM CLARKE/LS1 LAWSON/MM2 LAINEZ/OS2 WALLACE/NC1 SMITH/MMC BONET/MMC MILLER/MRC SPENCER/MM2 FUENTES/MM2 MINUS/EMN1 EVERHART V/r
Date: 10:10am
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Michael Anthony Ramirez
Duty Stations: NRD Houston
Comments: I would like to thank all Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have guided me in my career. A special thanks to Master Chief Rauch, Senior Chief Ward and Chief Takaki for all their great leadership and mentoring. I am honored to be a CPO Selectee and look forward to this next journey.
Date: 10:05am
From: CSC (SS) (SEL) Christopher Thomas Kittinger
Duty Stations: USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) (B)
Comments: Thank you Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs from my past assignments and current, for the leadership and guidance to become the person I am today. I would have not made it without you.
Date: 09:58am
From: NCC(AW/SW) (SEL) Josh Jordan
Duty Stations: Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN
Comments: Just wanted to say thank you for all the amazing information and knowledge located here. Thank you to the countless number of Master Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Chief's that helped get me to this point!!
Date: 09:55am
From: NCC(SEL) Garrick Larocque
Duty Stations: VP-47, VX1, VFA-115, DDG 60 and now HSM-40.
Comments: I would like to thank my early mentorship back in my maintenance Dept. Squadron Chief's messes that taught me how to deal with the stresses of maintenance control and working 3 shifts. A shout out to NCCS Turner assisting me with my conversion to NC while helping fill a gapped billet. To the CPO mess on DDG 60, the USS PAUL HAMILTON where I received more mentorship in the CPO365 program than I ever imagined possible. They definitely taught me respect and humility and built me up to where I am now. Also, thank you to NCC Northern my ISIC assisting me here currently and to NCCM Simpson who reminded me to be a humble servant. Thank you to the rest of the former Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who I have known and received guidance, thank you very much. I can not forget to thank every junior Sailor I have mentored or worked with who has taught me something and received my mentorship that led to his success. Its great to see your Juniors succeed. Finally, my current CPO mess at HSM-40. I have already seen great mentorship leave since I have been here and currently I am surrounded by a mess full of knowledge that I am excited to learn from and contribute to.
Date: 09:54am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Nathan Ray Williams
Duty Stations: VP-16
Comments: I want to say thank you to all the leaders, and mentors I have had the honor to serve with. All the hard work and direction has led me to this goal. I know I couldn't have done it with out the guidance of the Chiefs. Thank you!
Date: 09:53am
From: HMC (SW/FMF/IW) (SEL) Jamin Beaugard
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Comments: I truly want to Thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master chiefs who have guided and mentored me and gave me the tools to achieve this accomplishment. I would not have gotten this opportunity without their leadership and for my junior sailors who we led. I want to thank my wife as well, family, and friends who continue to support me in every way. Congratulations to all those who have been selected. I hope these times will be remembered as the best in your life.
Date: 09:33am
From: MNC(AW)(SEL) Jarrod E. Moore
Duty Stations: LCS MCM CREW BLUE, NMC EAD unit Misawa, VFA 87, VFA 125
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have had such a tremendous impact on my life and career. I would also like to thank my wife and children, without their support this journey would not have been possible. Thank you everyone for your guidance and confidence in me and to the Junior Sailors that have helped me grow.
Date: 09:30am
From: AWRC (SEL) Kyle Shrum
Duty Stations: HSM-40
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailor's who have helped me get here. Couldn't have did it without any off them. Most important, thank you to my wife and kids.
Date: 09:21am
From: ENC(SW) (SEL) Nelson C. Walters
Duty Stations: LCS MCM Crew Blue, COMCMRON 3, MCM Crew Swerve, USS John C. Stennis, USS Emory S. Land c b CNBC
Comments: I would like to start off by thanking all Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs both past and present. To all of my mentors throughout my career, your guidance has been invaluable to my success and for that I thank you. I would also like to give a special thanks to my wife Michelle. I would have never made it this far without her.
Date: 09:18am
From: FCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Robert Kris Moe
Duty Stations: Uss Nassau LHA-4, USS Iwo Jima LHD-7, SWOSCOLCOM Newport RI
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all the genuine chiefs, past and present that mentored, trained and guided me on and off the ship. CWO 3 James Gamble, ETCM Derrick Johnson, OSC Josh Mathis, FCC Chris Johnson, FCC John Tuley, and ITC Lacey Pipolo. Wouldn't have made it without you.
Date: 09:17am
From: LSC(Sel)(SW/EXW) Kevin Daniel Chalmers
Duty Stations: NR CNE-C6F MPP 513
Comments: Greetings! I am very excited to be selected. I would like to thank a few of my chiefs that provided me with great mentorship and advise and helped to set my course along the way. BMC George Winters LSCS Eric Weaver ITC Tom Najewski MMC Rob Dowda BUC James Lagreca I'm sure there are many more. And know that I am thankful and grateful to all of you!
Date: 09:17am
From: MMC (SEL) Jarette Jaime
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON
Comments: I would like to thank the chiefs mess for the mentoring, guidance and the heritage to help get me where I am today. Also want to thank the sailors that have worked for me in the past. This is a great feeling and I will cherish this for the rest of my life.
Date: 09:16am
From: CSC(SW)(SEL) Magalie C. Shaw
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 110, CS "A" School, JTF/TFP GITMO (IA), USS WHIDBEY ISLAND LSD-41, NSA Bahrain
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, past and present for the continued heritage we still see today. A special thank you to all the Chiefs that have taken the time to lead an guide me throughout my career. I truly wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the hard work of all those apart of this journey and my Junior Sailors past and present. Hard work does pay off !!! Thank you all again !!!
Date: 09:12am
From: ENC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Anthony J. Benoit
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 110, SWOSU Great Lakes, Special Boat Team Twenty, MHC Crew Endurance
Comments: I am honored to have been selected and would like to thank all of the GENUINE Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have supported me and "course corrected" me throughout my career. I would also like to personally thank all of my mentors throughout my career: GSCM (ret.) Bruce Sandy, ENCM Willie Henley, MNCS Paul Bowling, ENCS (ret.) Scott Peddle, AMCS (ret.) Tim Austin, DCCS Isaiah Mills, MNC Michael Taylor, MMC Jason Nielsen, RPC (ret.) Lawrence Pieper, and BMC Jerimia Johnson... without your personal guidance and counsel, I would not be the Sailor I am today. Thank you all for everything you have done!!
Date: 09:11am
From: ENC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Christopher B. Corum
Duty Stations: LCS MCM Crew Blue, SERMC, MSRON 5, USS Antietam (CG 54)
Comments: I would like to thank all Genuine Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, past and present. Special thanks to all the Chiefs in my career that have guided me and mentored me throughout my career. With a special thanks to ENC David Alvarez for believing in me and giving me my first opportunity to lead and mold sailors subordinate to me. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
Date: 09:06am
From: MRC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sean Michael Yeatman
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)
Comments: Without our family of sailors around us, we would be nothing. Thank you for this unbelievable opportunity and congrats to the fellow Chief Selectees!
Date: 08:49am
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Jason M. Stevens
Duty Stations: LCS MCM CREW BLUE, NMC Unit Charleston, USS Avenger MCM-1, MOMAU Eleven
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, past and present. Special thanks to all the Chiefs in my career that guided me and mentored me throughout my career. Thank you!
Date: 08:38am
From: MAC(SEL) Richard C. Lundgren
Duty Stations: CFAC, NHB, NAS SIGO, NBK, SWFPAC/MCSFBN
Comments: Special thanks to all the junior Sailors who supported me while we worked hard together to accomplish the mission! And thank you for always keeping me in check. Thanks to the Chief's that helped guide me and provide their mentorship. Thank you for believing in me and being tough. Thank you Kristie for being my partner. Thank you for being honest and always telling me what I needed to hear. Sincerely - Rich
Date: 08:27am
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Michael Scott Teeples
Duty Stations: Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN
Comments: To all the GENUINE Chief Petty Officers that have mentored and lead me to this point in my life, I humbly thank you from the bottom of my heart! Without you, I would not be the man, Sailor or leader that I am today. I look forward to calling you Brother or Sister someday! Fellow Chief Selectees, keep you head low and your humility great! We are in this together, we can do this together!
Date: 08:22am
From: AOC(SEL) Salvatore McGillin
Duty Stations: CVN 70 USS CARL VINSON
Comments: THANK YOU EVERYBODY FOR ALL THE SUPPORT AND HELP THE WAS GIVEN TO ME TO MAKE IT TO THIS SEL!!
Date: 08:10am
From: OSC(Sel) Trevan T Davis
Duty Stations: ATG Mayport, USS Phillippine Sea(CG-58), USS Stethem(DDG-63), USS Roosevelt(DDG-80)
Comments: I just want to thank any and all Sailors that I have lead over my career. More so, I would like to thank all of the Leaders that have pushed me and guided me over the years. I will forget a few but, LT Connor, OSCM Baker, OSCS Ferris, OSCS Ford, OSCS Thomes, OSCS(Ret) Bethea, OSCS Stevens, OSC Latimer, OSC Parker, and OSC Green(And thats just in-rate). USS Stethem CPO Mess from Dec 2011- Dec 2014, I learned so much from every CPO onboard(even FCCM Watts :)) and I want to thank you all for showing me how its suppose to be done! USS Roosevelt was a learning experience for me. Thats where I realized that when a CPO had your back, they meant it! MRCS Gates, CTRCS Gomez, FCCS Uliaz, BMCS, GSMC, and anybody I may be forgetting! Thank you all for everything!!!
Date: 07:58am
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Vincente E. Cruz
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 110, Naval Avademy, USS Frank Cable (AS40)
Comments: I would like to thank all Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, past and present. Special thanks to all the Chiefs in my career that have guided me and mentor me throughout my career. Thank you!
Date: 07:47am
From: AOC (AW/SW/EXW/IW) (SEL) Jay Workman
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69), CJTF-HOA, HSM-40, HSL-42, HS-15, USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: Congratulations to all selectees! God bless those CPO/SCPO/MCPO mentors who led us, junior Sailors whom we led, family who never let us quit, and friends who supported us unwaveringly. They are the ones who made it possible for us to be where we are now. It has been an amazing journey and it is incredibly humbling to be here.
Date: 07:42am
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Travis Raney
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN-73
Comments: Most Honorable Master Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs and Honorable Chiefs, greetings! I would like to thank Most Honorable Master Chief Mike Jackson, Most Honorable Master Chief Lumarie Suders, More Honorable Senior Chief Pete Korff, More Honorable Senior Chief Joe Calzadilla, Honorable Chief Donovan Kelley, Honorable Chief Patrick Kelley and Honorable Chief Vernell Wade for the assistance and guidance you have provided me during my time as an E-5 / E-6. I am humbled and will aspire to become the Chief that you know I can be... thank you! V/R, OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Raney
Date: 07:40am
From: AMC (AW/SW) (SEL) Marc L Solomon
Duty Stations: HSC-4, HSM-41, HSC-23, HSL-45, HC-11
Comments: I sincerely want to thank all the Cheifs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have believed in and encouraged me throughout the years. It is an honor and a humbling privilege to be selected to join the brotherhood and sisterhood of the United States Navy Chief's Mess. It is a position that I do not take lightly. I would like to say a special thanks to AMCS (AW) Hooker, AECS (AW/SW) Phillips (Ret), AMCS (AW) Bullan, ADCS (AW/SW) Mora, ADCS (AW/SW) Ortiz (Ret) Thank you for all the mentoring. You each believed that I had what it takes to be a leader and I fully appreciate it.
Date: 07:38am
From: NCC (sel) Erik Desper
Duty Stations: NRD Miami
Comments: Congratulations to all selected! To my mentors and family is the reason I'm here today! I will never forget where I came from all that got me here.
Date: 07:19am
From: AMC(AW) (sel) Laura M. Belko
Duty Stations: HS-14 Chargers, RTC Great Lakes, HSM-51Warlords
Comments: Thank you to the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who helped and believed in me, as well as all my peers, juniors, and recruits who motivate me to push on!
Date: 06:59am
From: SOC(SEL) David Becerra
Duty Stations: NSW
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors over the years.
Date: 06:57am
From: AMEC(SEL) James Pankey
Duty Stations: Patrol Squadron SIXTEEN
Comments: I am Honored to receive the chance to some day be called Chief. I want to say thank you to all my past leaders, mentors, friends and a special thank you to my father in-law Chief Petty Officer (RET) James Wooten. Thank you for guiding me even when the seas were rough.
Date: 06:40am
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Marco A. Caban
Duty Stations: NAS Sig, VP-26, ASD JAX, USS MASON
Comments: Thank you to all the leadership that has guided me to this point. Also thank you to all the junior personnel that has helped me in the same way. Lastly congrats to all the FY18 Selectees.
Date: 06:02am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Tommy Moore
Duty Stations: VQ-1
Comments: The list of those to thank would be endless. Although, I do want to give praise to the retired mess, that has provided infinite wisdom and guidance. Thank You! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 05:41am
From: AEC(AW/EXW)(SEL) Mark Adam Nintrup
Duty Stations: Andersen Air Force Base Guam
Comments: I would like to personally thank AMCS Tsarenko, ATC Burney, AZC Rubio, AT1 Powell, AM2 Kahwaji, AE2 Green, SSGT Bailey, SSGT Stevens, and many others for providing me mentorship, guidance, and A LOT of help making it this far, but I want to thank my wife, Leslie most of all for making LIFE possible. Thank you.
Date: 05:36am
From: CSC (SW) SEL Andre Rigmaiden
Duty Stations: USS STERETT DDG 104
Comments: Hello brothers and sisters!
Date: 05:33am
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Timothy H. Land
Duty Stations: HSC-21, FRCSW, HSM-49
Comments: Thankful to be here. Thank you to AVCM Ford, AFCM Porter, ADCS Basobas, ADC Sarmiento, ADC Brown, ATCS Collins, ADCS Bannan, AMC Adams, ADC Felix-White and AECS Halford. I could not have made it this far without your help.
Date: 04:44am
From: CMC (Sel) Michael Weston
Duty Stations: NMCB 11
Comments: Thank you to everyone I have worked for and with. I would not be here without you.
Date: 02:52am
From: MAC(AW)(SEL) Michael Brandon Ware
Duty Stations: NCIS POFO DC
Comments: I could not have gotten to where I am now without so many people it is impossible to list them all. I would like to first thank my wife and child for being so understanding of a never ending fluid schedule, the missed events, and meals. Next, I would like to thank all of the junior Sailors I ever had, as they all have helped me in one way or another by pushing me ahead of them and motivating me. Also, thanks to every Chief I have ever worked for or around, for the very same reason, as I have learned something from all of them as well. Special thanks to CMC Gonzalez, MACS Ortiz, MACS White, MACS Carver, PRCS Roa, ADC White, PRC Damo (Retired), MAC Hammett, MAC Fox, and so many others that showed me the way and taught me to be "patient".
Date: 02:51am
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Leomar G. Ablian
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D. Eisenhower/NCTAMS PAC/USS Carl Vinson
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank God! Karen, Kailey, and Kyler thank you for your continued support through my Naval career. Thank you to all the leadership that guided me to this point. To all the Sailor's that I have led, this would not have been possible with out your hard work and dedication!
Date: 02:37am
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Adam R. Stoker
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON
Comments: I would like to thank all of the great guidance and leadership I received to get me to this point. A personal thank you to CWO2 Jeffrey Brown, ETCM Jim Ritch, and ITC Eric Williams. I would also like to thank all of my Junior Sailors for doing the hard work to make this possible. Thank you to my parents Albert and Virginia Stoker for making me the man I have become. Most importantly, thank you to my daughters Maria and Gabriella, and my wife Ema. Without the support of my wife and kids, nothing in my life would be possible. I am forever grateful to have them in my life, and I will forever strive to repay them for saving my life and making it worth living. Congratulations to all of you!
Date: 02:30am
From: LSC(SEL)SW/AW Anthony Rourick
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, COMNAVAIRPAC AND USS CARL VINSON.
Comments: I couldn't be happier. I owe all the gratitude to the Chiefs that made me and my Sailors that willingly jumped into any fire for me and believed in my vision and capabilities. I would like to thank: LSC(Ret) James Baker, LSC(Ret) Keith Barnes, LSCM(Ret) Chuck Mirelli, LSCM(Ret) Jimmy Cubillo, LSCM John Roloson, LSCM Lisa Suchil, LSCM Gil Ermitano, LSCS Manny Consulta, LSCS Jep Rosario, LSCS Michelle Paule, LSC Chris Rodriguez, LSC Jose Betancourtcantu, CWO2 Fred Capati.
Date: 02:27am
From: STSC (SS) SEL Brandon Collins
Duty Stations: Great Lakes IL, Groton, CT, Kings Bay, GA, Bangor, WA, Millington, TN
Comments: Special thanks to John K. Chandler, Deryl Taylor, Nick Church, Ira Lee Craft and the entire SONAR Division onboard 736G 2005-2009. The foundation was built upon that rock! Aaron Janssen, Doug Lapp, Eric Antoine, Thomas Klein, Phillip Allen, Charles Laymon, Kyle Wilkinson, and the Sonar Division and Crew of SSN 23! BRAVO DELTA...Scott Rossiter, Nick Messina, Logan Leiland, Doug Shore, Luther Young, Tony Webb, and PERS 403/4013. The true meaning of perserverence. Many many others that cannot all be listed. It has been a blessing and privilege to have known and served with all of you in the worlds strongest fighting force! Words cannot express my sincerest gratitude for your unselfish examples of true friendship and leadership.
Date: 01:54am
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Anabel Perez
Duty Stations: SWFPAC/MCSFBN
Comments: I would like to thank all of my leadership past and present along with the Sailors I was blessed to lead. I could not have done it without any of you.
Date: 01:45am
From: ETC(SS/DV/EXW)(Sel) Allen Florence
Duty Stations: Undersea Rescue Command
Comments: The board got me here, but I would not have been standing before the board without an awesome chief's mess at URC that put my in positions to exercise my potential. I hope to find better character building resources and continue to build our excellent command camaraderie. Hooyah URC!
Date: 01:35am
From: QMC (Sel) Justin Hodge
Duty Stations: BMU1 BPT-C
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have helped me get to where I am today. Special thanks to my Chiefs, Senior Chief Keeney, Chief Downton, Chief Smith, Chief Streib and Senior Chief Mefford.
Date: 01:35am
From: LSC (AW/SW) (SEL) Jonathan Catangay
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN70)
Comments: Humbled and grateful to be selected, I would like to thank all the Chiefs past and present who help and supported me all the way. Thank you again.
Date: 01:32am
From: LSC(SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) WEBSTERAL PULANCO
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs that touched my career and my life. You guys/gals made me a better leader and a better person. Thank you so much.
Date: 01:29am
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Ryan Vanderpool
Duty Stations: SWFPAC/MCSFBn, CFAS Japan, NAVBASE Ventura, CRG-2 DET Bahrain, NAS Sigonella
Comments: I am truly humbled and honored to be Selected. I want to thank all my mentors past and present for guiding me to this point, thank you. Thank you most of all to my grandfather RMCS(Ret) Leonard Grant Vanderpool you laid the foundation and are the reason I am here today, Rest In Peace. Congratulations to all my fellow Chief Selectees!
Date: 01:19am
From: MAC(SW/AW) (SEL) KC M. Dueñas
Duty Stations: SWFPAC/MCSFBN
Comments: I would like to thank every Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief that has helped to mold, lead, mentor, and guide me into becoming the leader that I am. There are so many mentors to thank that I do not want to forget a single one of you; I know that every one that I served with, and for, has helped me see in myself what I needed to do to get to where I am today.
Date: 01:14am
From: ADC(AW) (SEL) Frankneil M Sarreal
Duty Stations: HSM-35
Comments: It is an honor to be selected as a Chief. I thank all the past and present SAILORS I have worked with over the years. I would not be the Sailor I am without all those great experiences, lessons learned from my own and others mistakes. I will keep learning and sharing the knowledge to anyone who needs and will need.
Date: 01:13am
From: FCC (SW) (Sel) Joshua Hart
Duty Stations: COMLCSRON 1
Comments: Huge thank you too all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have pushed me so hard! I can't wait to join you all in the Mess!
Date: 12:34am
From: HTC(SW/AW)(SEL) John R. Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE AS-40
Comments: I would like to take this moment to recognize all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have helped guide me on the right path to better myself and make me a better leader. I couldn't have done it without you. Thank You
Date: 12:29am
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Antonio Lim Valencia
Duty Stations: USS Patriot MCM 7
Comments: I would like to thank Master Chief Vasquez, Arcy and Senior Chief Alonzo, Evans who believed and guided me along the way.
Date: 12:23am
From: ENC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Casey W. Brown
Duty Stations: Crew, USS Tulsa Blue
Comments: To all, I am honored to have been selected, grateful to all the junior sailors I've mentored and all the Senior Sailors that took there time to mentor me. Thank you.
Date: 12:22am
From: ACC(AW/SW) (SEL) LEONARD R. CAPARATTA
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON
Comments: I would like to thank all the past Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have helped me get to this greatest of milestones! I am seriously humbled.
Date: 12:19am
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Ryan Snellenberger
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson CVN-70
Comments: I would like to thank CMDCM Williams who I met as BMCS Williams onboard USS Ingraham FFG-61. He was my first LCPO and what I still hold as the example of what a Chief should be. I would also like to thank OSCS Nicholas Desoto who was my LCPO onboard USS Abraham Lincoln. He taught me that a Chief that was disappointed in you was far worse than a Chief that was angry with you.
Date: 12:18am
From: OSC(SEL) Ashley Jeanette Mason
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson
Comments: Thank you to the Chief's messes and leaders that have gotten me this far, past and present. I've come up with some great examples, some great leadership and some great mentors. And ISC Winfrey, I'll wear these anchors proudly!!!!
Date: 12:16am
From: OSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Geoffrey Lofquist
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)
Comments: Thanks to all of the CPOs that pushed me to reach this monumental milestone. I couldn't have done it without you.
Date: 12:15am
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Jeff Bernal
Duty Stations: EWTGPAC, SERMC, USS San Jacinto
Comments: I would like to thank GSCS Andrews, GSCS Tejedor, GSCM Rambarrand, GSMC Posadas, MMCS Bowie, MRCS Horney, MMC Watkins. your guidance and mentorship was key to my success as a Sailor. I will forever be thankful.
Date: 12:13am
From: EMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) LESLIE GARCIA
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON CVN 70
Comments: I appreciate all the patience my leadership and my sailors have had with me over the years. Thank you so much for the time you invested in me.
Date: 12:08am
From: ETNC(SW/AW)(SEL) GIBAS, JASMINE
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON
Comments: Thanks to my family, friends and chain of command for all the support in getting here!!!
Date: 12:07am
From: BMC(AW) (SEL) Hannah Gaither
Duty Stations: Disposition Services Unit (DSU) 2
Comments: Genuine Chiefs, Thank you to those who have helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 11:58pm
From: SHC (SW/AW/IW) (Sel) Ryan Earl Herndon
Duty Stations: USS Stethem DDG-63, NAVSTA Mayport, USS Boxer LHD-4, Naval Base Coronado-Present
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my wife CSC(SW/AW)Herndon for believing in me and supporting me in all endeavors (MY ROCK). I would like to thank all the Chiefs who guided and mentored me professionally and personally through out my career. I will never forget the impact you have made in my life, not one day that goes by that I will ever forget where I came from. To MY SAILORS who always trusted me to lead them the right way no matter what, you all made me better daily that's a fact.
Date: 11:58pm
From: QMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Angel Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS Boxer LHD 4, USS Stockdale DDG 106, NRD Phoenix, USS Monsoon PC-4, LCS Crew 101
Comments: Congratulations to all!
Date: 11:52pm
From: CSC (SEL) Jonathan Lewis
Duty Stations: Naval Base Coronado
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs,Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have helped guide me to this point of my career. I am truely thankful!!! I would like to personally thank CSCS Metz for always providing me with the mentorship I needed when I needed it, and CSC(Ret) Arce and CSC(Ret) Burgess you two have made a lasting impression on my career and I am forever grateful. Congratulations to all of my fellow CPO Selectees as well!!!
Date: 11:40pm
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) Kamar Elliott
Duty Stations: MSC
Comments: Thank you very much.
Date: 11:30pm
From: CTRC(SEL) Jeannette Torres
Duty Stations: NR NIOC NORFOLK
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow Selectees. Thank you to all past and present who have helped me to get to where I am today. CTRCS Xavier Carter and all the 30 Dept NIOC MD Chiefs who continually pushed us to do our best and be our best. CTTCM Strader for giving us that tough love and always having our backs. CTIC McCrosky for pushing us to do things right all the time no matter what amongst the many other lessons you taught us. USS San Jacinto Chief's Mess, FCPO's (2010-2012) thank you for passing on your knowledge, for ensuring we stood a proper watch and always inspecting our uniforms prior to taking over the watch. CTRCS Church, CTRC Grant, CTMC Ledonne thank you for pushing us to strive for more and challenging us to be technical experts. CTTCS Baitis, Kearsarge Chief's Mess thank you, many lessons learned onboard from lots of great people. Chief Admonis, I can't thank you enough. You inspire me to be better, to lead by example, dust myself off and pick myself up again and most importantly to take care of all sailors. These are just some to name a few. Thank you all.
Date: 11:30pm
From: CMC(SCW/SW)(SEL) Darwin A King Jr
Duty Stations: Current: CNE/A MPP 413, Past: NMCB 26, CBMU 202, BMU2, ACB2
Comments: Ahh memories... For their guidance, discipline, and understanding I'd like to thank Chiefs: Mark Koeller Adam Dubois John Eader David Martin Terry Bennett From Chief to Fleet, I've been fortunate to work for too many influential people not mentioned here, but not forgotten.
Date: 11:29pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) CARLTON RICHARD SELLS
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70)
Comments: I would like to first think God for blessing my life and granting me the chance to have this opportunity. I would like to thank my wife for supporting my career. I wouldn't be here without you! My kids, parents, and whole family that has rooted for my success all these years, I thank you and I hope I have made you proud! To the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have guided me on my way, I thank you. Everyone of you helped to make me who I am today and I will never forget what you did for me!
Date: 11:27pm
From: CTMC(SEL) IW/SW/AW RICHARD Z CANALES
Duty Stations: ONI/HOPPER DET YOKOSUKA JAPAN
Comments: Thanking those whom i've had the privilege to have serve with. You are all a big part of all the things i've accomplished so far. I would not be here without each and everyone of you!!
Date: 11:20pm
From: HMC (EXW/SW/FMF/PJ) (SEL) Joshua Beard
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Medical Institute
Comments: Thank you to my family for all the support!! I want to thank the mentors, friends, and leaders that saw enough in me to guide me to this huge career milestone. Here is just a small group I would like to say thank you to: HMCM Burnett, HMCS Butler, HMCS Brown, HMCS McPherson, SOC Winkley, SOC Magenot, SOC Cavner, HMC Brower, HMC Hawkins, HMC Dehaven. SWMI, ST3, LOGSU1, and CHAFEE CPO mess!
Date: 11:12pm
From: NCC(SW) (SEL) Derek Andrew Kelly
Duty Stations: NRD OHIO / NRD MICHIGAN / USS GONZALEZ / ACU4
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectees! Thanks to the leaders and sailors who I have served for helping me get to this point. It is an honor to be here and for the ones who weren't selected, keep striving to make yourself the best whole sailor you can it will happen.
Date: 10:59pm
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Robert Allen Throckmorton
Duty Stations: USS JOHN P. MURTHA LPD-26
Comments: It's been a long journey and it has been incredible being surrounded by the ranks of the Chiefs I've served with and worked for, the Officers and the many sailors who I have served with. This is a new chapter and the pages have yet to be turned so here we go!!!
Date: 10:46pm
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW) (SEL) KORAN MCCOY
Duty Stations: USS JOHN YOUNNG (DD-973), USS PELELIU (LHA-5) , NAVCOMTELSTA SD, USS SPRUANCE (DDG-111), NAVCOMTELSTRATCOMMU, USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70)
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chief's/Mentors that I have had along this way, I could not have gotten here without your support!!
Date: 10:46pm
From: ISC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Paul Maurice Sherman
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40), PATROL COASTAL CREW CHARLIE, COMMANDER SECOND FLEET, UNITES STATES FLEET FORCES COMMAND, USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7)
Comments: I will start by personally thanking the Chiefs Mess on board the USS IWO JIMA between '14-'17 for exhibiting leading by example. Specifically ISC Johnson, ITCM Lealie, ITCM Sutton, OSCS Pemberton, ASC Barney, CSCM Daniels, CSCS Rickerson, LSCM Ball, AOC Thomas, ABCM Newbins, NCCM Robinson, and last but not least COMMAND MASTER CHIEF MULLINAX! Thank you for everything!
Date: 10:45pm
From: LSC (SW) (SEL) Matt Wells
Duty Stations: NRD Miami
Comments: A humble thank you to all the leadership and sailors that have made an impact in my life and career.
Date: 10:43pm
From: ISC(SW)(SEL) Patrick W. Deaton
Duty Stations: AFLOATTRAGRU MAYPORT
Comments: First I would like to thank my wife for enduring all that she has over the years. You are the reason I have survived this far. Next I would like to thank DCC(SW)(Ret) Brian Plackett for not giving up on a hot headed second class that thought he knew everything. Without your guidance I would have ruined my career long ago. And last but not least I would like to thank the USS MONTEREY Chief's mess for providing three solid years of mentor-ship and training.
Date: 10:37pm
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Mathew Colson
Duty Stations: 2243814620
Comments: Would not be here if it weren't for the Chiefs that came before me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Date: 10:33pm
From: ISC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Paul Maurice Sherman
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40), PC CREW CHARLIE, COMSECFLT, US FLEET FORCES COMMAND, USS IWO JIMA
Comments: GLAD TO BE HERE!!!
Date: 10:32pm
From: ETVC(SS/SW/AW)(SEL) John Rozyczko
Duty Stations: USS Maryland, USS Kearsarge
Comments: I am Humbled to be signing this deck log.
Date: 10:30pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Jacqueline Moe
Duty Stations: CNRSW
Comments: I would like to thank all of my mentors and my family for the support they have given me making this possible.
Date: 10:27pm
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Christopher Hope
Duty Stations: CNRSW
Comments: Thank you to everyone that showed me the support for the years leading up to this.
Date: 10:22pm
From: EMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jarrett Perez
Duty Stations: NPTU CHARLESTON, USS CARL VINSON
Comments: Thank you to all who have helped me along the way, I really do appreciate it.
Date: 10:22pm
From: STSC(SS/IUSS)(SEL) Paul D. McCullough
Duty Stations: Pearl Harbor, HI USS Texas
Comments: Thank you to all my Fellow Selectees and to the Chiefs that help pave the way. I am ready to earn my way.
Date: 10:18pm
From: ETRC(SS/IW)(SEL) Cory Bishop
Duty Stations: USS MARYLAND SSBN-738 (B)
Comments: I would like to thank the many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that helped me get to this point in my career. Without your knowledge, guidence, and, sometimes, swift kick in the rear I would not be able to call myself ETRC(SEL). Thank you again.
Date: 10:15pm
From: CSC(SEL) Joseph Magri
Duty Stations: RLSO Midlant
Comments: Congrats to all the new chief selects!HOOYAH!!!!
Date: 10:13pm
From: ETNC(Sel) Angel Contreras
Duty Stations: NPTU Charleston
Comments: Congratulations to all selects.
Date: 10:05pm
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Aaron Gebhart
Duty Stations: USS George H W Bush, USS Gerald R. Ford, MTS-701
Comments: I owe an enormous amount of gratitude towards everyone I have worked with that has impacted my career. Without their guidance and assistance it would not have been possible to transition into this next step of my career and life. I look forward to learning and discovering what this new chapter of my life entails.
Date: 10:00pm
From: LSC (SEL) Roberto Lucero
Duty Stations: USS CAARL VINSON
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career. Although I didn't understand many of the things I was put through it is final coming together. I am super excited and ready for the next 6 weeks!!
Date: 09:59pm
From: ITC(SEL) Jose Echavarria
Duty Stations: CNRSW
Comments: Thank you for your advice and everything you taught me to get this far. Couldn't have done it with out you. ETCS Jay Brannam
Date: 09:59pm
From: OSC(SEL) Toni S Collins
Duty Stations: ATG Mayport
Comments: I would like to thank OSCS (RET) Robert Kennedy and GSCS(RET) Robert Gaillard for all of their mentorship, and my junior Sailors throughout my career who helped me get here.
Date: 09:52pm
From: CSC (SW/SCW) (SEL) Shamar Hope
Duty Stations: Naval Base Coronado
Comments: I would like to think all the people that invested time and effort in me past and present. I would also like to thank my FAMILY for always having my back and never letting me quit, LOVE ALL U GUYS!!!!
Date: 09:50pm
From: QMC(Sel) WARREN THOMAS
Duty Stations: MSCFE 101 NOSC St. Louis
Comments: This is a true honor and a blessing to have been selected. Myself and all the other selectees have stayed the course, and now it seams that all has paid off. I am humbled and eager to learn what it means to be about of the chief community. I do realize its no longer about us, but rather junior sailors.
Date: 09:44pm
From: MAC(SW/AW) (Sel) Mark Bailey
Duty Stations: SWFPAC/ MCSFBn
Comments: I am both humbled and honored to be selected. Thank to my mentors and Sailors under my charge for getting me to this point. Congrats to Class 124 CPO Selectees!
Date: 09:34pm
From: BMC(Sel) David F Prieto
Duty Stations: USS George Washington CVN73
Comments: BMC Selected !!!! Very eager to learn and become part of the mess, looking forward to the leadership and guidance from the leadership in this website. Very happy to have the opportunity to join such a tight community, thank you.
Date: 09:33pm
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Solmonoff
Duty Stations: CVN 75, NPTU Charleston, CVN 65
Comments: There are so many people to thank and I fear I will leave someone out.
Date: 09:33pm
From: MAC(SW) (Sel) Jeffrey Alan Werkhiser
Duty Stations: USS Fletcher DD-992, USS Chosin CG-65, NAF Atsugi Japan, Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific, Mobile Security Det Bahrain, Naval Base San Diego
Comments: I'd like to thank MAC Brooks, now CWO3 Brooks, for the lessons he taught me on leadership. How you should never forget where you came from or the people who lifted you up to where you are. And to pass on what you have learned to the next generation of Sailor. I'd also like to thank ETC Bried, MAC Hayward, MAC Hilarski, MAC Oranje and MAC Denison. You all taught me what it ment to "Ask the Chief" through solid examples. I hope to live up to the time you all invested in me.
Date: 09:25pm
From: LSC(AW)(Sel) Charles Ecklar
Duty Stations: CDS-40
Comments: Many thanks to all Chiefs that have taking the time to mentor and train me. Special thanks to LSC Willingham, LSC Myers and AZCS Crawford.
Date: 09:20pm
From: ENC(SW/AW)(SEL) Joe Maldonado
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE LSD-47
Comments: Thanks to all CPO/SCPO/MCPO's that have guided me through the last few years. The number one person I will like to thank is my baby girl and partner Jennifer. my wife is amazing and she is my HERO she has manage to take care of the house my two boys the cars the pets and everything else I leave behind every time I go to work and she is a full time employee and at some point a full time student as well. She has all of my respect and my eternal love. I will also like to thank my kids for being so understanding and protecting their mom every time I'm gone. Thanks for all the sailors that have worked with and for me. Their accomplishments and successes have impacted my journey in a positive way always. Thank you all again very humbly and respectfully ENC(SEL) Maldo
Date: 09:16pm
From: MAC(SW/EXW) (SEL) Justin Fil
Duty Stations: SWFPAC
Comments: I am honored and humbled with my selection to join the ranks of the CPO mess. I have so many to thank for the guidance and mentorship I have experienced in my career. Thanks to CMC Robert Beachy, MACS Shane Stewart, MACS Robert Martin, MAC Joshua Summers, and all the other Chiefs and Mustangs that have guided me to this point.
Date: 09:15pm
From: MAC (EXW)(SEL) Justin Paul Kovach
Duty Stations: CRG2 TEU
Comments: I would first like to thank all of the Sailors, I have had the pleasure of working for, with out you I would not be where I am today. To all the MCPO, SCPO, and CPO's that I have and will cross paths with in this Epic Journey I thank you for your wisdom, faith, and dedication of values and continuing to ensure our people are taken care of. I truly would not be where I am today without all of you.
Date: 09:13pm
From: AGC (IW/AW/SW)(Sel) Chad Collier
Duty Stations: FWC Norfolk
Comments: I want to thank all of the Chiefs and mentors who have molded me into the Sailor I am today. I wouldn't be who I am without you.
Date: 09:10pm
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Joseph Megill
Duty Stations: Eglin AFB, NAS Lemoore, NAS Oceana, MCAS Beaufort
Comments: Thank you AMCS Keron Williams, LSC Stephen Kirsch, AVCM Mike Baker, AMC Mark Grant, ATC Nick Risch, ADCS Dominic Gromelski, AFCM Jeffrey Rushing and AMC Harley Apperson for your help and guidance!!
Date: 09:09pm
From: LSC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Joshua Moore
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE LSD 47, LOGSUPPU-1, ST-7, USS RUSSELL DDG 59, USNS LEWIS AND CLARK T-AKE 1, ASD SIGONELLA, SICILY
Comments: First and foremost, I'd like to thank my wife, whom I have been with for 9 years. She has sacrificed every bit as much as myself, even more so at times. To my unborn son who is so close to coming into this world, I love you. This has all been so you could live a better life than I did growing up. To all the mentors that have guided me along a path to success. Not only in becoming a Chief Selectee, but to helping me grow into the man I am today. Thank you all!!! LSC(AW/SW) Danny Borum, LSC(SW) Nestor Garcia, LS1(SW) James Russell, LSCS(SW/AW/EXW) Carlos Lopez, LSCS (SW/AW) Brian Huffman, LSCS (SW/EXW/SCW) Juan Bravo............you all have been such important parts in my career. Thank you all so much for fueling the fire you saw burning in me.
Date: 09:08pm
From: STGC (SW) (SEL) Jeffrey Shaver
Duty Stations: USS FREEDOM LCS1
Comments: I would like to thank following Chiefs who have had a impact on my character and career. STGCS Hines, STGCS Adams, STGCS Holmes, and my current four Senior Chief Petty Officer: STGCS Benavidez, STGCS Cottrell, STGCS Harding and STGCS Hart.
Date: 08:59pm
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) Andy St. Louis
Duty Stations: SUW DET 6/ USS FREEDOM
Comments: I would first like to thank my mentor MAC Thomas who has been mentoring me since I was a second class and always pushing me to be a better Sailor and leader. I also would like to thank all the CPO's of SUW DET 6 (SIX SHOOTERS) who also helped to me grow into the Sailor I am today.
Date: 08:56pm
From: CSC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Jesus Manuel Collazo
Duty Stations: NRD Miami
Comments: I would like to thank every Chief that has paved the way of this great Navy. Especially CSCS Wiggins, CSCS Tavares, NCCS Eisenmann, NCC Gryzcelck, NCC Butterfield, CSC Mendoza, CSC Doucette (RET.) Thank You!
Date: 08:55pm
From: HMC (Sel) Nicole Stott
Duty Stations: NOSC Detroit (CNE Det 205/413), NPC Millington TN, NOSC Whidbey Island
Comments: Congratulations to all of this years selectees. I am looking forward to embracing the training that lies ahead!
Date: 08:53pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Tristan Charles Hill
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE (LSD 47), VFA 106 DET KW, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)
Comments: I'd like to thank the first person I ever met at my first command. YNCS(RET) Gregory Hankins. He believed in me since I was an E-1 and gave me a shot to prove myself. The CPO mess at all three of my former commands really pushed me to be not only a better YN but a better Sailor and leader to my people and I can not thank them enough for that.
Date: 08:42pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Ryan J Curtis
Duty Stations: USS Farragut (DDG99) Mayport, FL.
Comments: I couldn't of made it today without a lot of people in my life to help me on the way. First I would like to thank my wife and kids for always having faith in me and my parents for supporting my along the way . I would also like to thank GSCS Landry along with GSCS Hardnett for always having my back and never letting me forget where I am came from.
Date: 08:38pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Cary Taylor
Duty Stations: USS James E. Williams (DDG95), NAVCONBRIG CHESAPEAKE, USS FARRAGUT (DDG99)
Comments: I would like to thank all those I have served with past and present for helping on my journey. Without the mentorship I have received from the CPO's and the hard work from my junior sailors none of this would have been possible.
Date: 08:32pm
From: PSC(SW) (SEL) JULLIAN BACSAL
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE LSD 47
Comments: I would to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have guided me along the way to get to where I am at now. To my Sailors, thank for the opportunity and privilege to serve you.
Date: 08:32pm
From: CSC(SW)(SEL) Keis Labarron Hamilton
Duty Stations: USS FARRAGUT (DDG99)
Comments: I would like to thank CWO3 Walker, CSMC Cain, CSCS Johnson, CSC Atwell, CMC Roberts, CMC Brock, CMC(Ret) Forston, any and everyone that has work with me and all of my sailors that has worked for me to help me get to this point.
Date: 08:27pm
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) MARIA CONCEPCION G. BUCAO
Duty Stations: MAKALAPA DENTAL CLINIC, NORTH ISLAND DENTAL CLINIC, NAVAL SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SCIENCES, FLEET SURGICAL TEAM FIVE, NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER SAN DIEGO & USS RUSHMORE (LSD 47)
Comments: I would like to thank and extend my sincerest appreciation for the mentorship and guidance the following has provided me throughout my navy career: MMC(Ret) Perry Ceralde Bucao Jr. PSCS (SW/AW) Roberto Navera HMCM(SW/AW/FMF) Patrick Mangaran HMCM(SW/AW/FMF) (Ret) Maria Gida Mamaril HMCM(SW/AW) Jerry Cantorna DTC Elizabeth Fernandez HMCS(FMF) Jerry Juan HMCS (SW/AW)(Ret) Rex Afan LT Randall Moss HMC(SW/AW/FMF) Dennis Mananquil HMC(SW/AW/FMF) Genena Palacios HMC(SW/AW) Randy Merete HMC(SW/AW) Joy De Dios HMCM(Ret) Centeno LSCS(SW/AW) Edgardo Cruz
Date: 08:24pm
From: NCC(SEL) Kentreal Peters
Duty Stations: NRD MIAMI
Comments: I'll like to thank all the Chief's that help me along in this journey , USS Thomas S Gates 51, Naval Support Unit New Orleans, NRD New Orleans Divisions 1 and 2 and the whole Chief Mess, NRD St Louis Division 3 and whole Chief Mess , NRD Miami Division 5 and all of the Chief Mess. Thanks for all the encourage !
Date: 08:21pm
From: GSMC(SW) (Sel) Matthew Zimmerman
Duty Stations: NTAG Portland
Comments: Thank you to all of my mentors over years CWO3 Jonson, GSCS Schad, GSCS Johnson and GSMC Gardner with out all of your guidance I would not be where I am today.
Date: 08:17pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Sean C Ferguson
Duty Stations: VAQ-138, VAQ-129, VAQ-139, CNATTU Lemoore, VFA-102
Comments: Truly honored and humbled to be selected. I would like to thank everyone that has helped my in my career to get here. Specific mentioning of a couple very important and outstanding Chiefs that provided me with wisdom and guidance. AVCM Gerald Williams ATCS Michael Mitchell ATCS David San Angelo ATC Christina Pelz ABHC Erica Ryan I can say with these mention Chiefs, I truly learned and took the knowledge they offered. Again Thank You.
Date: 08:16pm
From: NCC(SW/AW) (SEL) Shaqanta Chukwuma
Duty Stations: NPASE, USS Truxtun, JBPHH, VP9, VP45
Comments: I am so excited for the opportunity to further my growth as a leader and advance those who look up to me to lead them in achieving greater heights and professional development in their careers. I wouldn't be here without the mentorship, motivation, leadership and dedication of CSCS Tracey Mayweather, MCCM Anthony Sisti, YNCM (ret) Albert McCurdy, YNC Sonya Carey, NCCM (ret) Burroughs-Gray, CMC Garland, and a long list of Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, who believed in me and told me to never give up, took the time to give me honest feedback for me to take on and do what was needed to take my performance to the next level. Thank you all so much!!
Date: 08:14pm
From: BMC (SW/AW/EXW/SCW)(SEL) DEVONA O MARTINEZ
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE LSD 47
Comments: I would like to extend my greatest appreciation to the following for their continued mentorship and guidance: ENCS(RET) RANDAL TONG MMCM GABRIEL SINNER BMC KISHA BARCUS BMCS MANNY SINOHUI PSC ALEXANDRE ADRIANO
Date: 08:10pm
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Angelina Gabriel
Duty Stations: Naval Base San Diego
Comments: I would like to thank God and my family. My husband CTRC(Sel) Gabriel and my three boys; Aaron (15), Elijah (11), and Reuben (7). I would like to thank my mentors who have guided me throughout my career for without them I would have left a long time ago: LT Valarie Kelly (former CTRC) YNC Eboni Jones CTTC(Ret) Charlotte Horton CTAC(Ret) Mandy Bradshaw YNCS Donella Anderson YNCS Kristie Davis
Date: 08:08pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Melvin R. Gooden
Duty Stations: USS SAN DIEGO
Comments: I thank every Sailor that I have had the chance to lead or have been lead by. I have learned something from all of them.
Date: 08:06pm
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) Marquette J Ashley
Duty Stations: NAVY OPERATIONAL SUPPORT CENTER NEW ORLEANS
Comments: I would like to thank PSCS Anton Fitz, YNC Deandre Joseph, ITC Apryl Hall, HMC Casey Osbey, PSC James Coursey, PSC Wendell Sam, and everyone who helped me get to this point in my career
Date: 08:02pm
From: NCC(SEL) Kristina Hatch
Duty Stations: NRD Miami
Comments: Thank you to all past and current leadership and mentors I have had along the way I am beyond grateful for this opportunity.
Date: 07:41pm
From: DCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Myron C Perrigan
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG-HOON DDG-93
Comments: Thank you to my family for their support and all the Chiefs who influenced me along the way. Special thank you to YNC Jermaine Johnson, ADCS Gordy Bonspiel, MMCS Ben Ludwig, CMDCM Ben Rushing and to the entire Chiefs mess onboard mighty Chung-Hoon.
Date: 07:34pm
From: MAC(SEL) Joshua Rahberger
Duty Stations: MCSFBn
Comments: Thank you to my family, Sailors and mentors past and present. Without you it would not have been possible.
Date: 07:33pm
From: MMNC(SS)(SEL) Tyler Peters
Duty Stations: NPTU Ballston Spa
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has helped me get to this point!
Date: 07:33pm
From: LSC(SEL) Jihad Thomas
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG-HOON, NCTAMS PAC, NS2 SUPPORT ACTIVITY TWO, VRC 40
Comments: I would to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that mentored me along the way in my career.
Date: 07:30pm
From: ETRC (Sel) Zachary Norris
Duty Stations: USS MARYLAND (B)
Comments: Congratulations to all the new selectees
Date: 07:29pm
From: OSC(SEL) Michael Buesch
Duty Stations: USS Chung-Hoon
Comments: Thank you OSCS Williams! You have been a driving force and a guiding light for myself and Andrea. Look forward to seeing you for the ceremony!
Date: 07:22pm
From: ISC (IW/EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Jason Hirsch
Duty Stations: Special Reconnaissance Team TWO
Comments: Number one: This wouldn't be possible without my family. Number two: This wouldn't be possible without my mentors' guidance. AEC Pedroza, CTNC Manipon, ISC Mike Heinz, CTRC James Davis, ISC Jason Lagoe. The list goes on and on. There is a reason why I am here today, and it is because of these Chiefs. I hope to carry on the tradition.
Date: 07:10pm
From: STGC (SEL) ROLAND AILENBUADE
Duty Stations: CSG7
Comments: Want to give my special gratitude to all who help motivate and pushed me along the way to get to where I am today. Bless. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Date: 07:08pm
From: CTRC(IW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Joe Baskin
Duty Stations: NCWDG
Comments: Special thanks go out to the Sailors I have had the privilege to lead, and to the Chiefs that have guided me. Specifically, MCPO Alefaio, you have been a monumental help in getting me here.
Date: 07:03pm
From: AWRC (NAC/AW/SW) SEL William H Dillon JR
Duty Stations: HSM Weapons School Atlantic
Comments: Honored to be selected and very humbled. Huge thanks to all the Leadership that had faith in me and believed in me. I would not be here if it wasn't for you.
Date: 07:00pm
From: NCC (SW) (SEL) Larry Shipman
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas
Comments: Thanks for all my mentors that believed in me and continued to motivate me. Congratulations to all the selects.
Date: 06:32pm
From: ITC(SEL) Amanda Lamberth
Duty Stations: NCTS Hamtpon Roads; USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72); NCTAMS LANT; USS Frank Cable (AS 40)
Comments: It would have been impossible to arrive at this surreal moment in my Naval career without the motivation and guidance of some outstanding mentors along the way. They know who they are! One day at a time!
Date: 06:22pm
From: OSC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Robert Anthony Cuen
Duty Stations: CRG-2 TEU, CRS-3, COMNAVREGMAR, Navy Expeditionary Guard Batallion, USS Carter Hall (LSD-50)
Comments: I would like to thank all previous and current shipmates. Good or bad times, I am a result of all my experiences with each and everyone of you. Thank you.
Date: 05:53pm
From: EMC (SW) (SEL) Jiovanny A. Vargas Vazquez
Duty Stations: USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG58)
Comments: I would like to thank GSCS (SW) Alomar, EMC (SW) Graham, EMC (SW/AW) Tony Gray and all the chiefs that molded me into the sailor that I am today. And thank you to the Wardog Chief's Mess for the guidance and help to get to this point.
Date: 05:50pm
From: MMNC(SW/SS)(SEL) Jim Clark
Duty Stations: NPTU BALLSTON SPA, CVN-69, CVN-65, SSGN-728, SSN-753
Comments: I would like to thank MMNCM Lockhart and all the Reactor department chiefs for their guidance and mentorship.
Date: 05:28pm
From: CMC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Joe Leduc
Duty Stations: PWD Sigonella, EODESU ONE, NMCB 21, NMCB 1, EODMU 2
Comments: I stood tall in front of my first Chief many times. The last time I did, CMC(SCW) Brad Liverman (Retired) made me promise he wasn't wasting his time on me and that the only way I could ever repay his generosity would be to join his mess. That day has been with me ever since, thank you Chief! I have been privileged to work with so many inspirational Chiefs along the way. You have all taught and guided me and I will be forever grateful! Thank you to all, past, present, and future!
Date: 05:00pm
From: SOC(SEL) Juan F. Gonzalez Jr.
Duty Stations: Seal Team 17
Comments: I would like to thank LT. Oneill also a former Chief back in the day.
Date: 04:49pm
From: HMC(SCW)(SEL) STEVEN PAUL HURSH
Duty Stations: NOSC AKRON
Comments: I humbly appreciate the opportunity to be part of this great organization.
Date: 04:31pm
From: HMC (FMF/SW)(SEL) MARIA A. CRISOSTOMO
Duty Stations: 1st MARINE DIVISION, NMCSD, USS GREEN BAY (LPD 20)
Comments: I would like to thank all the great leaders who I had the opportunity of working along side with and have mentored and guided me. PSCS(ret) Reynoso, HMCS Wood, HMCS Woods, HMCS Pontius, CSCS Cayabyab, PSCM Catubay, ADSC Bansil, HMCM(ret) Centeno, HMCM (ret) Manlapaz, HMC Grant, HMC Carter, HMC Limtengco and to many more amazing leaders! Most of all to the junior Sailors, without you all I wouldn't be were I am today.Thank you! Semper Fi!
Date: 04:28pm
From: HMC (FMF/SW/AW) (SEL) Vincent Hurtado
Duty Stations: NACC Groton; 1st Battalion, 25th Marines; 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines; HQCO, 3rd Marine Regiment, SPMAGTF-Afghanistan, RCT-3; 1st LAR Battalion & 1st Battalion, 4th Marines
Comments: Thank you to all those who have assisted me through my career, but especially to CMDCM Downing, HMCM Arredondo, HMCM (ret) Garritson, HMCM Weiss, HMCM Ritter, HMCS(ret) Barnet, HMCS Gonzalez, HMCS (ret) Holleman, HMC Ludi, HM1(ret) Foster, RP1(Ret) Ortiz, my peers and junior Sailors. Each and everyone of you have been instrumental in my development through your direct mentorship and guidance. I will be sure to pay it forward and assist the way in which you have all assisted me.
Date: 04:25pm
From: HMC (FMF/SW) (SEL) Jonathan Arroyave
Duty Stations: 1ST MARINE DIVISION
Comments: My journey to this point could not have been accomplished without the help of some stellar individuals who paved the way for my success; HMCS GONZALEZ, HMCS MOORE, HMCS BENNETT, HMC BOJORQUEZ, and all my sailors of 1/4.
Date: 03:55pm
From: MAC (EXW) (Sel) Jason Guthrie
Duty Stations: ST-17
Comments: Thanks to those Chiefs past and present who helped me get this far, you know who you are.
Date: 03:51pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Michael A. Graf Jr.
Duty Stations: USS PHILIPPINE SEA (CG58)
Comments: I would like to thank GMC(SW) Larry Curtis for teaching me to never give up and having faith in me when not a lot of people did. GMC(SW) Travis Morrison for teaching me to have a sense of humor but be serious when needed. GMC(SW) Brian Zarzycki and FCC(SW) Tom Tyler for always being good friends. And thank you to the Wardog Chief's Mess for the guidance and help to get to this point.
Date: 03:44pm
From: HMC(Sel) MARIA CONCEPCION G. BUCAO
Duty Stations: USS RUSHMORE LSD 47
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow Chief Selectees.....
Date: 03:26pm
From: HMC (EXW/FMF/IW) (sel) Matthew Esper
Duty Stations: NSWG 10, Little Creek VA
Comments: I'd like to thank all of my previous mentors who helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 03:21pm
From: CTIC(SEL) Brian Madariaga
Duty Stations: NIOD Kaneohe Bay
Comments: There have been many influential Chiefs throughout my career that have helped me get to this point. CTICS Zachary Pullins, who was the first person to stick a boot in my butt when I was veering off course. CTICS David Phillips, who was always there to lend an ear and be a sounding board for me and who always told it to me straight. CTICS Tristan Bell, who was my biggest advocate and who ensured I got the gut check I needed when I needed it.
Date: 03:17pm
From: GMC (SW) (SEL) Rungfarsangaroo
Duty Stations: Uss Dewey DDG 105, NRD San diego
Comments: Humbled and grateful to be here thanks to AOC Soders, NCC Bouler, BMC Herrera, EMC Ridley, CMC Supulveda, GMC Wohl, GMCS Lipscomb, GMC Patterson, GMCS Ortiz, GMCS Stearns.
Date: 03:11pm
From: ENC(Sel) David Maynard
Duty Stations: USS new orleans
Comments: I consider my self standing on the shoulder of giants. Thank you to all the junior Sailors who served under me and the leaders who empowered me.
Date: 03:09pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Patrick Daly
Duty Stations: LOGSU ONE
Comments: Thank you to my family and friends for their support. Blessed and honored to be selected, special thank you to HMC Hogue, HMC Sullivan, HMC Power, HMCS Doggett, CMDCM Presco for there guidance and leadership.
Date: 02:48pm
From: NCC (AW) (SEL) STEPHEN MILLER
Duty Stations: NRD PORTLAND, VAQ 132, NRD PORTLAND, VP-9, VAQ-129
Comments: This is truly an honor to be selected as a Chief. I have to thank all the people I have worked with over the years above and below me. I would not be the Sailor I am without all those experiences.
Date: 02:31pm
From: AWSC(SEL) James Simpson
Duty Stations: SRT-2
Comments: I would like to thank two of the biggest role models and mentors I have had throughout my career AWSCS William T. Smith and AWVCS Brian S. Bowins. Their leadership and time are a direct reflection of my selection. Thank you.
Date: 02:21pm
From: GSEC (SEL) Ginai Little
Duty Stations: NTAG Portland, USS Momsen
Comments: Thank you CDR Holland, CW03 Johnson, GSCS Johnston, NCC McBroome and the entire ENG DEPT on USS Momsen from 2011-2016. Greatful and humble!
Date: 01:55pm
From: GMC(EXW)(SEL) Scott W. Edwards
Duty Stations: NTAG Portland
Comments: Thanks to all the sailors past and present, junior and senior who helped me reach this milestone in my career. There are far too many to list but to name a few of those who I attribute a great deal of my success to are my wife Lacey Edwards, GMCS Rios, GMC Valdez, GMC Wiederhoeft, GMC Fink, GMC Nichols, STGC Curtis and NCC Rein. Though I have lost contact with many of you, and you likely have been promoted further since we last met I am still grateful for all your guidance and leadership.
Date: 01:47pm
From: HMC (sel) Mike Clemmons
Duty Stations: NOSC Knoxville
Comments: Too many to name for singular credits, all those along the way, never forget where you come from and bring up as many behind you as you can.
Date: 01:03pm
From: SHC(SW)(SEL) Deron Tillman
Duty Stations: NOSC St. Louis
Comments: Fellow Chiefs, I have truly been touched by GOD and this is most honored and humbled day of my life. I have so much to learn and I'm so excited about the journey to come. Thank you all for your support, teachings and knowledge. Permission to come aboard? V/r SHC(SW)(SEL) De'Ron A Tillman, USN
Date: 12:53pm
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Kandice Williams
Duty Stations: Special Reconnaissance Team Two
Comments: Very humbled and blessed! Thank you to all my mentors and chiefs who played a very instrumental role in my career. Special thanks to LSCM Keith Adams, LSCM Maria Aquino, LSC(Retired) Vernita Foster, LSC(retired) Luzviminda Mojica.
Date: 12:43pm
From: ATC(AW/SW) (SEL) Matthew Slepicka
Duty Stations: VAW 117
Comments: I would like to thank the Wallbangers Chief mess for getting where I am at today and all the past leaders who have influenced me.
Date: 12:43pm
From: ADC(AW) (SEL) Nick Manrique
Duty Stations: VAW-117
Comments: Thank to the wallbanger chiefs mess and the frc sw det point mugu chiefs mess for all the mentoring and guidence that helped me get selected!
Date: 12:32pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sean Adams
Duty Stations: NTAG Portland
Comments: Proud and honored to be joining the Chief Petty Officers throughout the Navy!
Date: 12:20pm
From: SWC(SCW)(SEL) Holly Robinson
Duty Stations: NMCB 25
Comments: I am humbled to be selected to this community of higher responsibility and leadership. I've been very fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve with so many outstanding and talented individuals in my career.
Date: 12:16pm
From: GMC (EXW) (SEL) Timothy Siegel
Duty Stations: CORIVRON 10 C2
Comments: I'd like to thank many of my mentors along the way, including GMC Fournell, MACS Millirons, GMC Dawson, EOCS Meredith, GMC Peek,GMC Sandoval and many more.
Date: 12:12pm
From: AOC(Sel) (AW/SW) Natasha Swartley
Duty Stations: NRSW TPU San Diego
Comments: Congratulations everyone! I am so humbled and honored to be a part of the mess! Looking forward to networking and working with all of you from today and on into the future!
Date: 12:00pm
From: PSC (Sel) Shuwannia Medcalf
Duty Stations: OSU NOSC ST. Louis, MO
Comments: I am thankful for all of the leaders that I have had throughout my Naval Career. The Navy has provided may opportunities for me and I am excited to go on this journey.
Date: 11:55am
From: CTNC (SEL) Jeff Kayden
Duty Stations: NOSC ST. Louis / NIOC
Comments: I would like to thank all the great Chiefs and mentors I've had over all my years of service, but my family is the reason I am here at all, for without my wife none of this would be possible. And the Chief that inspired me the most, EMC Terry L. Cockrell, for seeing in me more than I saw in my much younger self.
Date: 11:29am
From: ITC (SEL) IW/SW Erik Cunningham
Duty Stations: NCMS
Comments: Honored and humbled to be a part of the next several weeks. Thank you to my family, friends, and mentors for getting me to where I am today.
Date: 11:28am
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Ryan Johnson
Duty Stations: NOSC St. Louis, HM-14, NOSC New Orleans, VFA-204, HSL-60
Comments: Thank you to all the great mentors and leaders who have guided and shaped me to always push harder. To ADCS(AW) Dustin Bryant, thank you for pushing me to keep excelling everyday. To AMCS(AW) David Oldham, we have been through a lot these past 16 years. Thank you for being that motivation I needed to keep striving everyday.
Date: 11:15am
From: BUC(SCW)(SEL) Chadwick Fleming
Duty Stations: NMCB1
Comments: Thank you to all the great leaders and mentors I've had throughout my entire career. And also to my family, for without their unyielding support, nothing would be possible.
Date: 11:06am
From: GMC (EXW) (SEL) Oscar Loza
Duty Stations: SBT-12
Comments: Honored and humbled to be Selected. I would like to recognize a few people for their leadership and support they provide in my career. GMCS (SW/EXW) Arlie Duff BMC (SW/AW/EXW) Anthony Cineseros GMC (EXW/SW) Sean Pound HMC (EXW/DV) Tristen Cavender MAC (SW) Matt McClelland
Date: 10:56am
From: OSC (SW) (SEL) Carlo Cortez
Duty Stations: MSC
Comments: Humbled for this opportunity. I would like to thank everyone that I have worked with from past to present.
Date: 10:35am
From: CTRC(IW/EXW)(SEL) Kenneth Dale Birmingham
Duty Stations: NSW SRT2
Comments: Just want to say thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that provided guidance and mentorship through my career.
Date: 10:26am
From: EMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Kenneth P. Utley
Duty Stations: Surgemain St. Louis
Comments: Thank you to all CPO's Navy wide. I am ecstatic and proud to make it to this milestone in my Navy career. I could not have made it to this point without the leadership that has helped me get here.Hooyah NAVY Chief's!
Date: 10:22am
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Justin Hylenski
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: I would like to thank God, my wonderful wife and children, and all the other friends and family who helped me along the way. I would also like to thank the sailors and chiefs who have always had my back in the good times and bad times. Special thanks go out to MMNCS Frohlich and ETNCS Hamilton who have been amazing mentors over the last two years in helping me get to where I am.
Date: 10:15am
From: CTNC (IW)(SEL) Zachary Andrews
Duty Stations: NR NIOC PENSACOLA; NOSC PENSACOLA; JSOC FORT BRAGG;
Comments: Despite the surreal feeling of it. I'm proud to have been Selected.
Date: 10:12am
From: ITC(EXW/IW)(SEL) Eric T. Amundson
Duty Stations: SRT-2
Comments: I would like to send my deepest and most sincere gratitude to the following personnel who were monumental in the development of my Naval career. ETC Cameron Franklin SOCS Bradley Rhinelander ETC Michael Reynolds ETC Keith Ingrahm LTJG Robert Williams CWO3 Liam Bennicasa I would not be where I am today in my career if it hadn't been for the immense wisdom you all have bestowed upon me. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.
Date: 09:27am
From: GMC (SW) (SEL) Maxwell T. Link
Duty Stations: LOGSU-1
Comments: Thank you to FCCS Valdez, GMCS Copeland, GMC Brady, GMC Campos and the CRE Chiefs Mess for getting me to this point. V/R GMC (SEL) Link
Date: 09:19am
From: HMC (sel) William Holder
Duty Stations: NOSC Waco
Comments: I would not have gotten to selection with out the mentoring and leadership of Chief Hollenback, Senior Chief Rae, Senior Chief Nurse, Senior Chief Rajski, Chief McCarty, Chief Campbell, and most importantly my first Chief Command Master Chief Webster.
Date: 09:16am
From: LNC(SEL) Ru Li
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD
Comments: I am super excited to sign the Deck Log, and I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to Chief Mess for your mentorship and leadership!!!
Date: 09:09am
From: ISC(SEL) Christie LeMaster
Duty Stations: EUCOM JAC 0366
Comments: Many Chiefs have impacted my Navy career, but 4 Chief Petty Officers immediately come to mind. Thanks to ISC Donati and ISC Trujillo who were my first clear models of a proactive, tireless Chief who takes care of his Sailors whether that is challenging them to be better, praising them in success, or encouraging them during difficult times. Thanks to Senior Chief Janachowski who always seems to know the answer and keeps his eye on the big picture. Thanks to Senior Chief Weaver who has been the fun, encouraging Chief who holds Sailors accountable but makes us laugh a bit at ourselves in the process. Thanks to all of the unnamed Chiefs who have sacrificed time and energy to influence my career and have set a fantastic example for me to follow!
Date: 08:59am
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Daniel Curtis Foster
Duty Stations: COMSUBGRU7, NIOC TX, RAF DIGBY, USS PRINCETON, NSGA SAN DIEGO
Comments: Thank you to all the CPOs who helped guide me in the right direction over my career. There are two many to list but a special thanks to: CTRC(RET) Carol Yoakum CTRC Esther Ocampo-Lohrke CTIC David Toledano CTRC Alex Marquez CTRC Du'Wan Morrison CTRC John Salloum CTTCS Thomas Sweet CTIC(RET) Paul Minuti ISC Jason Kerr
Date: 08:50am
From: BUC(Sel) Scott Hampton
Duty Stations: NMCB 133
Comments: Thank you CUCM McKinney, CUCM Gonzalez, CMDCM Laurie, CUCS Dunigan, CUCS Carona, BUC Kampmann, CEC Clark, CUCM (RET) Ayala, CUCS Miller, SWC Fonseca, UTC Fernandez, CUCS Chamberlin, CMC Keltner, EOC Adams, LSCS Jobe, CMC Rivera
Date: 08:47am
From: HMC(SEL) Brandon Girard
Duty Stations: NMCB 133, SWMI, Fleet Surgical Team Eight, NH Guam
Comments: Grateful to be Selected. Big thanks to the people who helped me get to where I am today. HMCS Pionk HMCS Reijo HMCM Webb HMCS Anglin HMCM Mabile HMCS Mayo HMC Givens CUCS Locke
Date: 08:46am
From: BUC(SCW/EXW/IDW/SW)(SEL) James Keith Vossler
Duty Stations: NMCB ONEx2, CBMU 202 DET DC, 20th NCR, CBMU 202 DET Jacksonville, NMBC ONE THREE THREE, NCG TWO
Comments: I would like to thank CUCM Martins, CUCS Ratliff, CUCS Sterner, UTC Jerry and UTC Huffman.
Date: 08:46am
From: BUC (SCW)(SEL) Jerma Cloude
Duty Stations: NMCB 133
Comments: I would like to thank the following, BUC Michael Lyne, EAC(RET) Shawn Davis, CWO2 Chris Sherman, and many more. These Sailors are the reason why I am here.
Date: 08:43am
From: BUC (SCW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Jonathan Daniel Kessell
Duty Stations: 22NCR
Comments: I wish to thank the following for helping me get this far: BUC HELVIE CUCS WISENBERG BUCS PELTIER (RETIRED) CUCS THIBODEUAX CEC CLARK UTC ROMANO UCCM JEFFERS GMC DAVY BUC BONDS CEC RODRIGUEZ (RETIRED) CUCM LOPEZ BUC UPTHEGROVE My junior troops who looked up to me and believed in me. and many, many more...
Date: 08:40am
From: FCC(SW/IW) (SEL) Jonathan Raymond Stoffel
Duty Stations: USS CORONADO LCS-4
Comments: I like to thank everyone that has mentored me a long the way.
Date: 08:37am
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Eric Orlando Rivera
Duty Stations: NCG2 augment NOSC Gulfport
Comments: I didn't get here by myself I am here because of my Chief mentors and my sailors performing flawlessly.
Date: 08:36am
From: SOC(SEL) Rusty Girard
Duty Stations: SEAL Team 18
Comments: I've been fortunate to have many mentors through out my career, without them and a strong family support I would be where I am today.
Date: 08:32am
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Rene Hernandez
Duty Stations: USS Coronado (LCS 4)
Comments: Thank you for everything GSMC Giron, and friends and family.
Date: 08:32am
From: BUC(Sel) Jerma Cloude
Duty Stations: NMCB 133
Comments: Chief select Jerma Cloude signing in. I would like to thank Chief (RET) Shawn Davis, Chief Michael Lyne, Chief Warrent Officer Chris Sherman, these guys and more are the reason I am here. Thank you all.
Date: 08:32am
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Jeremy Matthew Cryer
Duty Stations: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Eleven
Comments: Thank you to all the people I have worked with and for in the past and up to this point, I would not be where I am without your support and guidance.
Date: 08:32am
From: CEC(SCE/EXW)(SEL) William Callahan
Duty Stations: NMCB 11
Comments: I greatly appreciate the opportunity to be part of this organization.
Date: 08:32am
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Steven Thomas Peeler
Duty Stations: NMCB 133
Comments: I would like to thank EOC Tom Colesanti, EOC George Linneman, and EOC Josh Petraitis for the guidance and example they've set over the years.
Date: 08:32am
From: UTC (sel) Charlie King
Duty Stations: CBU 405, NMCB 133, CBMU 202, PWD Bahrain, NMCB 11, CSFE Det Sheppard, NMCB 11
Comments: Proud to be a part of the mess.
Date: 08:31am
From: EMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Corey Petre
Duty Stations: USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60)
Comments: Thank you to all Chiefs
Date: 08:29am
From: SWC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Joshua Baker
Duty Stations: NCG 2, NMCB 133, 20th SRG, NMCB 1
Comments: I would like to thank CUCM Suave, BUC Hoffmann and many other for this opportunity.
Date: 08:08am
From: ABFC (AW/SW) (SEL) Jeffrey A. Walsh
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD LHD-6
Comments: I want to say I love you to my wife Diana and daughters Elliana and Alina for always being my pride and joy each and every day. I would like to thank ABCM (AW/SW) (RET) Frank Bartanowitz, ABFCS (AW/SW) Thomas Brown, OSCS (SW/AW) Cliff Hanna, ABFC (AW/SW) Cesar Gutierrez, and ABFC (AW/SW) Marchello Roberts for the guidance leading me to this point and teaching me each and every day. I also owe my success to each of my junior personnel for the hard work and dedication they have provided along the way.
Date: 08:01am
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Bryan McDonald
Duty Stations: NOSC Houston, 2DMARDIV, Corps School, Rota
Comments: Thank you, specifically, FORCE Martinez, CMDCM Johnson, CMDCM Cordero, CMDCM McNulty, HMCS Rawson, HMC Shelton, HMC Brown, HMC Roznovaky, and all other chiefs for your mentor ship and guidance to help me get here.
Date: 07:56am
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Douglass McPherson
Duty Stations: RDSA
Comments: I look forward to a great FY18 CPO season!
Date: 07:51am
From: BUC(EXW/SCW) (SEL) Brandon Hoekstra
Duty Stations: LOGSU-1, NMCB-3
Comments: I want to thank the Men and Woman of LOGSU-1/ NMCB-3 for their hard work, it was them that lead to my selection. I want to give a special thank you for EOCS Frank Queenlacombe, CUCS Dan Lynch, CUCS Louie Alvarez, CEC Lahue Bishop CEC James Hicks, these are just a few. Thank you for your guidance and mentorship in the past and I will remain humble through my transition and eager to continue learning.
Date: 07:37am
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Francine Johnson
Duty Stations: Naval Special Warfare GP4
Comments: NO comments at this time.
Date: 06:40am
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Julio Cesar Gonzalez
Duty Stations: USS Ogden, USS Chosin, NMC Det Point Loma, USS Rushmore, NAVSUP site Sasebo
Comments: i would like to thank all the mentorship and guidance from all my LCPO's.
Date: 06:23am
From: HMC(FMF/IDW)(SEL) Sean Harris
Duty Stations: 4th Med Bn, 4th MLG
Comments: The list of individuals I have to thank is too long to post. The Mess in Okinawa and 3d Med Bn has helped me grow as a Sailor. I would not be here without your guidance. HMCM Graham, HMC Manalac, HMC Hall, LT Orta, HMC Brown, NCC Mullenberg, HMC Sorenson, HMC Sadalge, HMC Cole, LCDR Harden, HMC Lancaster, HMC Mashburn,... and the many more Sailors and Chief that have helped me. Many of you have forced me to look at myself and face some hard truths. I look forward to the next chapter in life and feel pride that I have been given the opportunity to help those around me as I have been helped. Thank you all.
Date: 06:11am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Ryan Joel Davis
Duty Stations: SWRMC, USS Dewey, USS Nashville, USS Ponce
Comments: Many thanks, very humble. FCCM Silveira thank you.
Date: 05:57am
From: HMC (SEL) Baodi Ngo
Duty Stations: NSWG4
Comments: Ready to learn more, excited to meet everyone, and I could not have done it without GOD and the people in place in my life.
Date: 05:55am
From: LSC (SW) (SEL) David Mathews
Duty Stations: Undersea Rescue Command, San Diego CA
Comments: Genuine Most Honorable Master Chief Patrick Bunker Genuine Honorable Chief Kelly Romero Genuine Honorable Chief (Retired) Jimmy Horse Thanks for helping me get this far!
Date: 05:55am
From: ITC(SEL) Mark Lambert
Duty Stations: NSWG4
Comments: Thank you to all who have made this possible!
Date: 05:55am
From: ENC(EXW/SW)(SEL) JEFFERY BIZARDIE
Duty Stations: NSWDG-4
Comments: I'd like to thank my wife for all her support and all those who made it possible.
Date: 04:47am
From: CTIC(IW)(SEL) Courtney Sharp
Duty Stations: SPECRON TEAM Two
Comments: Thank you to all of the genuine Chiefs who helped me along the way!
Date: 04:45am
From: CTRC(Sel)(IW/SW) Jason A. James
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, USS Higgins DDG-76, NIOC Georgia
Comments: Good Morning Honorable Chiefs Mess, I look forward to the next six weeks and the opportunity to earn the title. Very Respectfully, CTRC(Sel)(IW/SW)James, Jason A.
Date: 02:42am
From: HMC(SW/SCW/EXW)(SEL) Richard Scott Spees
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 203
Comments: I want to thank all the past and present chiefs that have paved the way. All the chiefs that have had an impact in my life have changed me as a person and a sailor. I am so very happy and humble that the mess has chosen me to be a CHIEF! I will always pay back what has been provided to me.
Date: 02:32am
From: NDC(DSW/EXW) (SEL) Andrew C Murphy
Duty Stations: SOUTHWEST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE COMMAND (SWRMC)
Comments: Thank you, to those who inspired me, and mostly to those who worked with me, and who's hard work and perseverance were the reason I was recognized at all.
Date: 02:19am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) CHRISTOPHER A. STEELE
Duty Stations: USS CORONADO LCS 4 CREW 203
Comments: Thank you to all my peers and those who have worked for me throughout the years. Also especially those who set the example for me to follow. USS Rentz FFG-46 (DECOM)Chief Mess 07-11 and NMCEAD Unit Guam Chief Mess 11-13 Thank you!
Date: 01:57am
From: MAC(AW/EXW)(SEL) Ralph Alan Deines
Duty Stations: VQ-3 Detachment Travis Airforce Base, CA
Comments: Thank you all the Chiefs for passing down their leadership and guidance. Without that I wouldnt be here today. I have learned and looked up many Chiefs since coming into the Navy. My career has been positively impacted by so many! most recently MACS Shannon Smith; MACS Dave Mcdonald; MACS Javier Santiago; MACS Dave Heatherly; AMCS Ryan Surratt; MAC Raymond Cuevas; MAC(ret)Kathleen Schoettle and MAC (ret) Joseph Chiaffino.
Date: 01:51am
From: GSEC(SW) (SEL) ARRIC CHARLES REED
Duty Stations: SWRMC, USS MUSTIN DDG 89, USS CURTIS WILBUR DDG 54
Comments: Thank you GSCS(SW) Hurt for all you guidance and patience. I know I didn't make it easy for you.
Date: 01:31am
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Robert William Henderson
Duty Stations: VQ-3,VFA-102,NAS Lakehurst,VAW-126
Comments: Thank you to the CPO Mess for mentoring and guiding me and their vast wisdom.
Date: 01:30am
From: MAC(AW)(SEL) Cristobal R Gonzalez
Duty Stations: VQ-3 det Travis
Comments: No comments.
Date: 01:11am
From: MCC(Sel) Gabrielle Hartford
Duty Stations: Naval Base Guam, Commander Seventh Fleet, Chief of Information, USS Frank Cable, AFN Yokosuka
Comments: I've had more than a handful of mentors along the way. Special thanks to Senior Chief Hendrick Simoes who taught me the true definition of empowering your Sailors, Force Mitchell for always having an open door and giving me guidance, Fleet Beldo for being an inspiration since boot camp, and soooo many more senior and junior Sailors for being willing to teach me.
Date: 01:10am
From: MTC (SS) (SEL) George Ollie
Duty Stations: SWFPAC Silverdale, USS OHIO SSGN726, NOTU CCAFS, USS MAINE SSBN741, SWFPAC Silverdale, USS GEORGIA SSBB729
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all of their love and support and many of the mentors that have helped me along the way; MTCS Van Noy, ETC Massman, FTC Adkins, MTCS Palmer, FTC Gray, MMCM Lee, MTCS Hufham, MMACS Jacobs, ETVCS Rawlings. TMC Bougie and ETRC Vaught.
Date: 12:33am
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Ansley Ruth Elias
Duty Stations: Navy Reserves-NIOC Norfolk
Comments: I would like to thank CTNC Davis, G.; CTNC Lee, S.; CTNC Jones, A.; and LT Simmons, B. (Mustang), for being great leaders and setting an example to follow.
Date: 12:32am
From: CSC(SW)(SEL) JORGE A VARGAS
Duty Stations: NAVAL BASE CORONADO
Comments: I would like to thank the following Chief Petty Officers for all their mentorship and guidance which have allowed me to reach this milestone in my career. CMDCM Salas CMDCM Gibson CMDCM Sermeno CSCS Davis CSCS Chavira CSCS Dripps CSC Keith BMC Baronet HMC Bryan
Date: 12:30am
From: NCC(Sel) Cyrus Irani
Duty Stations: COM CVW 2
Comments: i would like to thank all my Mentors, both civilian and military specially My Bother in Law Blake CDR/RET USN and my family .
Date: 12:30am
From: BMC (SEL) Rebecca Hardgrave
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON
Comments: I would like to thank BMCS Bergmann and BMCS Weigand for their support and confidence in me. Without them I would have gave up a long time ago. I would also like to thank LNCS Scott. She was a driving force for me all the way! All of my LPO's in the past, for having faith in me even when I didn't show them I deserved it. My grandfather, Billy Hardgrave (CWO2 retired) he has been my role model since I was little. My uncle John Hardgrave (BMCS retired) for helping me along the way.
Date: 12:26am
From: MAC(SCW)(SEL) Steven A. LeGuillow
Duty Stations: Naval Station Everett, NMCB 11, PWD Yokosuka, NMCB 74
Comments: No comment
Date: 12:24am
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Lee Sok Tran
Duty Stations: USS Gabrielle Giffords BLUE (LCS 10)
Comments: Anxious and excited for the season.
Date: 12:12am
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Thomas Francis Crawford IV
Duty Stations: HSM-79 NAS NI
Comments: I would like to thank the HSM-79 CPO Mess, I would also like to think AECS Chriss Davidson, and AOC Alex Bates for all the advice and guidance through out my career that lead me to achieving this milestone.
Date: 11:59pm
From: MAC(EXW/AW)(SEL) Joseph Burchfield
Duty Stations: CRG-1 DET GUAM
Comments: I would like to thank all my peers and junior Sailors that have served with me since I have came into the Navy. There has been a lot of good and a lot of bad but it all has been a learning experience up to this point.
Date: 11:56pm
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jerry Gore
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS LPD-18, CNRSW, ACU-1
Comments: I would like to thank all mentors and leadership who helped guide me along in my career and gave me advice and direction. Also to all the QMs that have served under me and that I have served under to help teach my rate and us grow as a community. My menses who challenged me to help create better leaders and not to make the same mistakes I did. Most importantly to my family for I would not be the man nor the Sailor that I am today as a Chief Select! V/R QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Gore, Jerry
Date: 11:52pm
From: SWC(SCW/EXW) (SEL) Jarrod Cagle
Duty Stations: ACB2, NCTC, NMCB 133
Comments: I would like to thank Jim Granger, Jeff Munyan, Frank Baughman, Mark McCune, CUCM Brooks, Warrant Allgood, CUCS Long, SW1 Eckman, CUCS Silsby, BUC Pace, SWC Upthegrove, CUCS Locke
Date: 11:39pm
From: NDC(DSW/SS)(SEL) James Matthew Shafer
Duty Stations: Undersea Rescue Command Reserve Component
Comments: While I have had the privilege of sitting under many great leaders and teachers, I want to especially thank the following who have each had a huge impact on my life and career: MDV Daniel Jackson HMCM Patrick Bunker MMCM (Retired) Terry Fuller ETCM Paul Hensley Master Chief (Retired) Tom Hanna
Date: 11:22pm
From: AWRC(Sel) Neale Byron McPheron
Duty Stations: HSM71, NAWDC, HSM79
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors, friends, and teammates along the way. A huge thanks to my wife - she inspires me to be better every day!
Date: 11:22pm
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Arthur Penrod
Duty Stations: Naval Station Everett, Wa
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs I have worked with, you have all taught me something.
Date: 11:14pm
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Adrien Gaudreau
Duty Stations: MTOC 4, Wing 10 WTU
Comments: Thank you to all my mentors and leaders I have worked with to get me here. Thank you to wife wife and kids for being there for me.
Date: 11:00pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Kyle Jones
Duty Stations: COMPHIBRON ONE, CNRSW, LCS CREW 212
Comments: Good Evening, My name is OSC(sel) Kyle Jones, Currently stationed onboard USS JACKSON. Look forward to the next 6 weeks and can't wait to join the mess.
Date: 10:59pm
From: ABFC(SEL) Jonathan Wade Davenport
Duty Stations: USS New Orleans
Comments: Thanks to the Leadership that provided the opportunity for me to take the appropriate steps to make it this far and thanks to all my junior sailors for their hard work and dedication. Special thanks to Lieutenant Thompson my first LPO for opening my eyes and senior Rutherford for believing in me.
Date: 10:44pm
From: DCC(SW) (SEL) John Bukovinsky
Duty Stations: USS GONZALEZ DDG66
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all of my former and present leaders who have encouraged and pushed me to the point and new journey I started today.
Date: 10:43pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) BRADLEY C. BONMAN
Duty Stations: CRG-1 DET GUAM
Comments: ALCON, First off, I would like to thank the Chief's Mess at CRG-1 Det Guam. They have done nothing, but help me further develop as a sailor and leader over the past year and a half. I would personally like to thank GMCS Fahrenbach. He pushed me further than I have ever been pushed in my career and forever thankful for his leadership. Very Respectfully, GMC(Sel) Bonman
Date: 10:42pm
From: NCC(SW) (SEL) Jorge A. Delgado
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, USS MITSCHER (DDG 57), NSA Naples
Comments: Thank you CMDCM Mangin, CTMCS Sanico, ETCM Sizemore, CMDCM Beltra, and so many others for inspiring me and steering me in the right direction when I needed it the most.
Date: 10:38pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Ma David Cong
Duty Stations: CRS-11 BRAVO 2ND PLT
Comments: Just got the call that I am a Chief select now. Looking forward for the initiation process.
Date: 10:20pm
From: SOC(SEL) Joshua Allen McCarthy
Duty Stations: JEB Little Creek
Comments: Thank God for blessing me with the ability to achieve the rank of CPO (SEL) in the greatest navy in the world! Thanks also to my wife for always being there and supporting me!
Date: 10:13pm
From: ETC(AW)(SEL) JOSEPH E DAVIS
Duty Stations: NR MTOC JAX
Comments: I would like to thank ETC Fowler and ETC Martin who both have mentored me for the past two years. I am blessed to have such great leaders and I am truly HONORED to be apart of this year's FY 2018 CPO Selectees!
Date: 10:12pm
From: CTRC(IW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Timothy Fairbanks
Duty Stations: Special Reconnaissance Team TWO
Comments: I have to thank the entire Chief's Mess at SRT-2, for showing me what true mentorship and taking care of Sailors looks like! Some of the Chiefs that have particularly impacted me include (but are not limited to): CTRC Shaun Bemis, CTRCS Matt Stone, CTRC Ricky Lee, AWSC Billy Price, CTTC Jeric Fisher, CTMCS Josh Klepper, AWVCS Scott Bowins, CTRC Marcus Johnson, and AWOC Walt Umali. Thank you for the guidance, support...and butt kickings when I need it!
Date: 10:00pm
From: LSC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Sharon Sue Kossa
Duty Stations: NMCB 27
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs that have helped me be able to make it here. I apologize to any that I have not been able to get in touch with personally. I look forward to all the knowledge and guidance that is getting ready to come my way.
Date: 09:59pm
From: CMC (SCW) (SEL) Robert Moats
Duty Stations: NMCB27
Comments: I WOULD LIKE TO THANK BUC LECHNER, UTC PEREZ AND CECS EASON FOR GETTING ME THIS FAR. PLEASE FORGIVE ME FOR ANY OVERSIGHTS OR PEOPLE I MIGHT HAVE OVERLOOKED. THANK YOU ALL.
Date: 09:55pm
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Kenneth Wayne Ott
Duty Stations: Maintenance Company(-), CLB-451,CLR 45, 4th MLG
Comments: I want to take this opportunity to thank HMC March Villareal for his guidance and counseling throughout my years as a board eligible sailor who kept getting the "Non-Selectee" notification. Your words kept me in focus and in check to continue down the path to success and sustained superior performance and my selection to CPO! I also want to thank in advance any of my brothers and sisters who stand beside me, in front of me, and behind me pushing me forward along this journey! I am grateful to be where I am today and look forward to the opportunity to shape the outcome of future sailors and this great organization.
Date: 09:55pm
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Mark John Madden
Duty Stations: NMCB 27
Comments: First off I'd like to thank all the Members of the Mess ( past and present ) that have helped me reach this highlight in my Navy career and I'd like to thank the Mess for allowing me to go through the Transition process to help me become a full CPO.
Date: 09:51pm
From: UTC (Sel) Adam Fish
Duty Stations: Nmcb 27, nosc schenectady, ny
Comments: Thank you to all members of the goat locker who have helped me to reach this great achievment in my career with the usn.
Date: 09:50pm
From: CTNC(IW/EXW)(SEL) Heather Hultquist
Duty Stations: SRT-2
Comments: Thanks to my wonderful mentors and supportive family.
Date: 09:29pm
From: ITC(IW)(SEL) Nyah Bautista
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk
Comments: I would like to thank CWO2 Godown, YNCS Garcia, ENS Henson, LT Long, ITC Muhammaddurham, ITC Rodriquez, ITCS Ambrose, ITC Scott, and HMCS Mohamed for pushing me and believing in me when I didn't. Thank you for everything.
Date: 09:22pm
From: CTTC(Sel)(IW/SW/AW) William Perez
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk
Comments: I'd like to thank God, family, friends, and peers, especially my wife and daughters, for always supporting me throughout my career. I couldn't have made this far without you.
Date: 09:22pm
From: CTTC (IW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Richard Martin Moseley Jr.
Duty Stations: NSW SRT 2
Comments: I would like to thank the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs at SRT2 for all the guidance and preparation to get me to this point in my career.
Date: 09:22pm
From: ITC (SW/IW)(SEL) Aaron Marshall JR
Duty Stations: USS Vicksburg (CG 69)
Comments: Thank you to my wife, Gabrielle, my daughter, Ayana, and the rest of my family and friends for supporting me. And thank you to my mentors CTRC Varner, ITC Bruno, ITC Rosadovelez, and ITC Buckhanan for leading me, guiding me and keeping me focused. I'd also like to thank my divisions, past and present, they are the reason I'm here.
Date: 09:15pm
From: ISC(IW/SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) Jared B. Allen
Duty Stations: ONI 2109
Comments: I have been blessed with a career's worth of excellent Chiefs who have mentored, molded, and guided me every step of my Navy career. I would especially like to thank EWC James Norman (USS Blue Ridge), CTTCS Wade Corporon (USS Tarawa), ISCS Patrick Banks (ONI 2109), ETC Caleb Fike (ONI 2109), and ISC Christopher Warren (ONI 2109). Without the guidance, leadership, and friendship of these great men I wouldn't be where I am today.
Date: 09:03pm
From: CTRC(Sel) Lucas Bedard
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt; nioc Bahrain; csg ONI; SA2/SRT2
Comments: CPO select 2017
Date: 09:03pm
From: CTNC(IW/AW)(SEL) Cecilia Medina
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk; NIOC Pensacola
Comments: Thank you to my mentors CTTCS Greene, CTNC Paxton, CTNCS Martinez and CTNC Bobrow who have guided and continue to guide me. Thank you to CTNCM Corpus, I have learned so much from you.
Date: 08:55pm
From: ITC (IW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Terrence Robinson
Duty Stations: Special Reconnaissance Team Two
Comments: Leadership
Date: 08:51pm
From: CTTC(IW/SW/AW) (Sel) Briana Jo Trujillo
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, NRD Jacksonville, USS Philippine Sea (CG 58)
Comments: Thank you so much to everyone who got me to this point in my career. Thank you CTTCM Todd Womack, CTTCS(Ret) Mitchell, CTACS(Ret) April Maletz, and CMDCM Ressler-O'Grady for right direction, tough love and amazing amounts of knowledge you have ever given me.
Date: 08:48pm
From: BMC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Glenboy Tan Guilas
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS LPD 18
Comments: Thank you for those who maintain and continue our legacy. A lot of people to thank from the day I joined. Hooyah chief selects!!!
Date: 08:45pm
From: SBC(SEL) Daniel Bronner
Duty Stations: SBT 20
Comments: Thanks to everyone who made this possible.
Date: 08:45pm
From: HMC (SEL) William Alfred Mitchell
Duty Stations: NOSC Charlotte, NC
Comments: Thanks to HMCM Strack, HMCM Manifold, HMC Villareal, HMC McCarthy, BMC Christopher, BMCS Fromme, MACM Huth, EQCM Bass, GMCS Ervin for their guidance and knowledge that they passed along to me. I know there are many others.
Date: 08:39pm
From: CTNC(IW/SW)(SEL) John Robert Moleskey
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, NCDOC, NIOC Pensacola, USS MUSTIN, NCTAMS LANT det Hampton Roads
Comments: I want to thank first and for most my Father "ICC(SW) Moleskey (retired) and my mother for helping me get to this point in my life. I would also like to thank the many Chiefs, (CTNC Greene, ITC Ortiz, CTNC Lee, ITC Swallow, ITC Boutot, and ITC Boemmel to name a few) who put their foot to my rear and got me to where I am today. Though I am sure to think what I am to experience is "Hell on Earth", I know that at the end it will all be more than worth it!! Thank you again to everyone who helped get me here today!
Date: 08:37pm
From: ISC (EXW/IW) (SEL) Rebbecca A. Healy
Duty Stations: SRT-2
Comments: No comments at this time.
Date: 08:33pm
From: AWVC (EXW/NAC/AW) (SEL) Nicholas James Stoddard
Duty Stations: SPECIAL RECON TEAM TWO
Comments: Just want to thank all the Chiefs and Petty Officers who I worked for and with.
Date: 08:26pm
From: SBC(Sel) Adam Stevenson
Duty Stations: SBT-20
Comments: Signing in.
Date: 08:21pm
From: ADC(AW/EXW/IW) (Sel) Chris Fischer
Duty Stations: Little Creek
Comments: I would like to thank the countless Sailors whos dedication and hard work earned me this opportunity and for all the Chiefs that have guided and mentored me along my 14 years.
Date: 07:58pm
From: CTTC(IW/SW)(SEL) Raymond j. Hillard
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk
Comments: Thankful to have been selected. Special thanks to CTTC Davenport, OSC Evans, CTTC Cunningham and OSCS Eugene! Thanks for your leadership and support.
Date: 07:57pm
From: CTTC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) SULY DIAZ
Duty Stations: NIOC NORFOLK; USS CARTER HALL; USS FORT MCHENRY; NRD JACKSONVILLE; TRITRAFAC KINGS BAY; VAQ133
Comments: I would like to thank God, my family and the great leaders that taught me what I know. There are a few people that made me better along this long lived journey. LSC(Ret) Diaz, can't thank you enough for sharing life and a family together. Thank you Senior Chief Baitis, Chief Thomas, CWO4 Morton and the many others that had so positively and tremendously impacted my life and career. I'm forever grateful of the time and patience you afforded me.
Date: 07:52pm
From: HMC (SW/FMF) (SEL) Christopher L. Wilkins
Duty Stations: 1st MARDIVDET 29 Palms, CA; NBHC Corry Station Pensacola, FL; SWMI San Diego, CA; COMNAVFIFTHFLT Bahrain; USS WINSTON S. CHURCHILL (DDG 81) Norfolk, VA; BHC Chinhae, South Korea
Comments: I don't know what to say, its still hard to believe.
Date: 07:49pm
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL) Paul Richard Schwab Jr
Duty Stations: NNPTU BALLSTON SPA NY
Comments: My mentors along the way MMNC(SW) JORGE RIVERA, MMNCS(SW) CORY LOMAN, MMNC(SW) LUIS RODRIGUEZ, MMNC(SW) KELLY PETERSON, MMNCS(SS) ELTON LEE, MMNCS(SW) JASON REYNOLDS, EMNCS(SS) MIKE QUACKENBUSH and many others of whom names escape me currently but one name I will not forget BMC(RET) PAUL RICHARD SCHWAB SR, A man I strive every day to be like! To those men and all other chiefs thank you and I look forward to earning the rank of chief petty officer!
Date: 07:40pm
From: YNC(IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Virginia O. Pemberton
Duty Stations: NAVIFORES REGION SE
Comments: I'm happy to becoming a part of the CPO Mess.
Date: 07:39pm
From: CTNC(IW)(SEL) Thomas Maurice Leclercq II
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, Spawar Space Field Activity, Chantilly, VA, NIOC Georgia
Comments: I would like to thank all of my Sailors who elevated me and my Chiefs who made me understand. To Chief Moretz thank you for being a great friend and an even better mentor.
Date: 07:31pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Rafael Corral
Duty Stations: South West Regional Maintenance Center
Comments: Special thanks to (RET) ENCS Podsiad, Ryan for all his help and mentorship.
Date: 07:31pm
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Carlos C. Figueroa
Duty Stations: SWRMC
Comments: Thank you ENC Deshane ret., ENC Francis ret, ENCM Frieghburger, ENCM Gilbert, MMCM Belantes, MMC Morales ret
Date: 07:18pm
From: STSC(SS)(SEL) Thomas Lance Hudgins
Duty Stations: USS Florida (Blue) SSGN 728 Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay,
Comments: I am honored to learn what it means to be a Chief. I would like to thank a few of the many people who've helped me get to this point. God, family, STSC(SS) Ducharme, STSCS(SS) Proctor, STSC(SS) Oro, CMDCM(SS) Sims. There are so many that I did not mention, but truly wouldn't be here without. If you are reading this, thank you! I truly look forward to using what I've learned and what I will continue to learn during this initiation to allow your legacy to live on through me. Thanks again!
Date: 06:38pm
From: CTTC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Sean Kontogianis
Duty Stations: USS Lake Champlain CG-57, NIOC Colorado, NIOC Hawaii, NIOC Colorado, USS Anzio CG-68, USS Kauffman FFG-59, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower CVN-69
Comments: I am honored to be selected.
Date: 04:35pm
From: BMC (SW/AW)(SEL) Nicholas Karl Hackl
Duty Stations: ACU-1 Great Lakes (NOSC Chicago), CNE Great Lakes, ACU-5, NASNI, USS Higgins (DDG-76)
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chiefs that have guided me and worked with me throughout my several duty stations and many years! There are a lot of Chiefs, the following are the ones who had to deal with me the longest: GSCS Ekstein GSEC Miller BMCS Sills ENC Scherf BMC Blasdell QMC Dawley (Konkol) BMCS Swanson GSCS Erekson EMC Alvarado MMCM Hines MMCS Beuadet DCC Simpson CMDCM Scotti GSEC Alvarado DCC Link ENC Camacho GSEC Garza GSMC Jarvis DCC Guerra Please forgive me if ranks are wrong, been a while since some of us have been in touch! There are so many more that I can't list them all, again THANK YOU ALL!
Date: 04:19pm
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) ALBERT LEWIS
Duty Stations: NOSC COLUMBUS, GA
Comments: So many people played a pivotal role in helping me get to where I'm at. I just want to take this time to thank my family, my mentors and all my past and current Shipmates. I'm very honored and blessed to be a CPO Selectee! V/r, YNC(AW)(Sel) Albert Lewis
Date: 03:41pm
From: BMC (SEL) Jorge Fajardo
Duty Stations: ACB-1
Comments: Congrats to all new selectees and thank u to all who have helped me to this point.
Date: 03:29pm
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Jason R Palmer
Duty Stations: DIAHQ 0797 Rome, NY; NAS JAX, Jacksonville FL
Comments: I would like to thank the Chief's mess in my current unit namely: ISC Kozlowski, ISC Austin, ISC Hain, ISC Clark, CTNC Orcutt, CTTCS Yatteau, ISCS Oschsner. I would like to also thank my former LCPO ISC Beck.
Date: 03:23pm
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Kody Patrick Krystynak
Duty Stations: NAVOPSPTCEN ATLANTA, NRMWRCC GREAT LAKES, USS BUNKER HILL (CG 52), NMCLANT DET NOLA
Comments: Good Afternoon Chief Petty Officers and fellow CPO Selectees. I'd like to formally introduce myself. I'm proud to be YNC(SEL) Kody Patrick Krystynak, currently stationed at Navy Munitions Command, Atlantic Detachment New Orleans. I'd like to thank each and every Chief Petty Officer throughout my career, for without your guidance and mentorship, I could not have achieved this honor. I'd also like to thank the countless FCPO's I've served alongside. None of us can truly succeed without each other. Lastly, I owe a great debt to all the Sailors that I've had the opportunity to lead. I'm proud to have been a part of your achievements. Thank you!
Date: 02:29pm
From: MMC (SW)(SEL) Shashannah Parson
Duty Stations: USS Jackson
Comments: I'd really like to thank each and every chief I've met along the way. I've learned many things from each of you, and understand I still have lots more to learn. My work email is shashannah.parson@lcs6.navy.mil
Date: 01:56pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Bright
Duty Stations: USS Jackson
Comments: Ship email Christopher.Bright@LCS6.Navy.Mil Thanks to all the CPO's that have crossed my path. I have learned a least one thing from all of you that has molded me to the sailor I am today.
Date: 01:04pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Javier Galarza
Duty Stations: HSC-12, FRC Southwest, HSM-71
Comments: I like to thank all the Chief Petty Officers that have guided and supported me throughout me entire career to include but not limited to. AFCM Childers, CMDCM Cosgrove, CMDCM Cristafulli, CMDCM Wood, AFCM Boucher, ATCS, Leonard, ADCS Mora, ADCS Palyo,ATCS Warren, AMCS Dunaway,AOCS Baca, PRCS Smith, AWRCS Blake, ADC Burns, ADC Ruluked, AMC PerezHuizar, AMC Tan, AMC Wood, AEC Cutler, ATC Rawson, ATC Dreaden, AZC Henten, AZC Rivera, AOC Husmann, AWRC Bernardy, AWRC Barringer, AMCS Aguilar, AMC Martens. I would also like to thank all the junior Sailors that have been the backbone of my leadership and career. Last but not least My Wife Laisa and Family.