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FY 2015 CPO Selectee Deck Log
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Date: 03:37am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) ROZMOND LATEEF BELLARD
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG-HOON DDG-93, ATG MIDPAC, USS HOPPER DDG-70, USNS SHASTA T-AE 33, FFSC YOKOSUKA, USS CUSHING DD-985, USS MOBILE BAY CG-53, USS NEW ORLEANS LPH-11
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my wife, who has always supported me and kept me grounded. I would also like to thank everyone who has served with me. Through the good times and bad times, you all made the person I am today.
Date: 10:16pm
From: ATC (AW/SW) (SEL) Frank Velez
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes
Comments: I would like to first and foremost thank my family for supporting me in every endeavor and I would like to say thank you to all the Chiefs who invested their time, guidance and wisdom in me.
Date: 10:07pm
From: ITC (Sel) Homer L. Green
Duty Stations: USS BARRY, USS VELLA GULF, COMCMDIV31, SOCOM,USS ROOSEVELT
Comments: I would like to pay special thanks to my family for all the support and sacrifice during this journey. Special thanks to all the junior sailors who followed my lead and the leaders and mentors who helped develop me both personally and professionally. I am forever grateful and will not forget where I come from. Thank you.
Date: 08:43pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Daryl Riley
Duty Stations: VAW-120
Comments: I would like to thank my family for being there for me for all these years. Also i would like show much appreciation to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs for all there guidance and knowledge to help me get to this point. Last but not least all of the great Sailors that had the pleasure of leading, they work so hard for me and helped me achieve so much in my career so far.
Date: 08:20pm
From: CTRC(IDW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Felix Rivera
Duty Stations: CID-Unit Hampton Roads, HQUSAFRICOM, NSW SA-1, C3F, USS Mason(DDG-87)
Comments: I'm proud to finally become a member of the Chiefs Mess. I wouldn't be here though if it weren't for my Chiefs who pushed me and the Sailors that supported me. Thank you for the guidance and the help.
Date: 08:20pm
From: ITSC(SEL)(IDW/SS) Edwin E Nieves
Duty Stations: CID Unit San Diego, USS Kentucky(G)
Comments: Congratulations to all! Thank you to all that have helped me get here, from my family, Chiefs, Officers, and all other Sailors I have worked with. Without you all I would not be here.
Date: 04:29pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Matthew Steven LaRue
Duty Stations: CRS 8 Det Bravo
Comments: Good afternoon. I'd like to thank all those whom I've had the honor to serve with, both up, and down the ranks. It is because of them, and the support of my family, that I have gotten to where I am today. Thank you.
Date: 01:52pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Michael Jonathan Magrames
Duty Stations: CRS 8 Det Bravo
Comments: Good afternoon. I would like to thank my family first and foremost for all of the support they have given me during my whole Navy career. I would also like to thank every Chief who has helped me in my career.
Date: 12:27pm
From: MAC(SEL) Shawn Stewart
Duty Stations: Naval Air Station Sigonella, CJIATF-435, Naval Station Everett, MSS-7 Det. 73, Naval Air Station Keflavik, Iceland
Comments: I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have guided me throughout my career. I want to make a special mention to those of Naval Station Everett and Naval Air Station Sigonella, these Mess's truly showed what it was to mentor and lead. Their direct guidance taught me how to better serve Sailors under my charge and is the reason I'm here today.
Date: 12:23pm
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Bernardo Tinoco
Duty Stations: USS ELROD (FFG 55), NLSO MIDLANT, USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG 51), NRD DALLAS, USS ROOSEVELT (DDG 80)
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my wife Nancy and my children for staying the course and being my anchor throughout my career! I would also like to thank a few people who helped me through some major obstacles: CSCS Benton, CSCM Cain, CMDCM Roberts, CMDCM Smith (Retired), BMCS Antoine, LSCS Sutton, ITC Rodriguez, NCCS Freeman, NCCM Rogers, and last but not least CSCS Ramirez. The true challenge now begins, being selected was the easy part. "Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men."
Date: 10:50am
From: ITC (EXW/IDW/SW) (SEL) Erik Price
Duty Stations: NCTS Sigonella, USS Emory S Land, NNPTC, IA-to Iraq, NSWDG
Comments: Everyone I have worked with has helped me to achieve this milestone, but there are a couple that I would like to point out by name.Chief John Martinez, Chief Josh Pedrazoli, Senior Chief Joe Umpa. Again there are multiple Chiefs and others that have had a great influence on my career, So Thank You To All.
Date: 09:46am
From: LSC(SEL) Michael Burford
Duty Stations: USS ASHLAND
Comments: Just wanted to say thanks to all of those who have taken time these past week and have given me more help and advice than i can ever have asked for.
Date: 09:18am
From: OSC (SW) (SEL) Brian Edward Wilbanks
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto
Comments: I would like to thank all my Chiefs that cleared the path for me to give me this opportunity and I'll make it my duty to clear the way for any junior sailor to allow them the same opportunities I have had.
Date: 08:29am
From: CTRC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Tyrell J. Ferguson
Duty Stations: NIOC Yokosuka 2012-Present; ESG-7 2010-2012; NIOC MD 2007-2010; USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) 2003-2007
Comments: I'd like to thank everyone of my previous supervisors for guiding me, and pushing me to better myself. For believing in me and supporting me throughout my Naval Career. This is a huge milestone. I like to thank all of the Chief’s that have been training myself and our group of selectees through out the Phase II process. I realize that you didn’t have to be there. It was not a requirement for you, so thank you for sacrificing your time with your families to spend it helping our group. Looking forward to the future.
Date: 04:10am
From: CTNC (SEL) Nick Thill
Duty Stations: NIOC HI
Comments: Good evening, I am CTNC(SEL) Thill. I want to say thank you to all the chiefs for the sacrifices they have made preparing us for what is to come. Thank you to those who have come before us which made the navy Chief what it is today. Thank you to all the sailors I had the pleaser to serve and to lead for it is your efforts which have brought me to where I am today.
Date: 12:01am
From: AOC (SEL) Rebecca Smith
Duty Stations: USS Tarawa (LHA-1), FRCSE Site Mayport, HS-14, USS Peleliu (LHA-5), CNAP, FRCSW
Comments: I would like to thank my Family, my Sailors and my Chiefs for supporting & mentoring me throughout my career. Dreams such as these are never achieved alone! Special thanks to: My Husband Dean Smith, AOC (Ret) William Roach, ATC (Ret) Bruce Harrell, AOCM Jennifer Vollstedt, AOCM Diane McQueen-Gipson, AOCS Dante Robinson, AECS Pat Gidley, ASCS Kristy McGaffick, ADCS Sara Heady, AOC (Ret) Michaela Watford, AVCM Mike Gordon and AFCM Paul Harper.
Date: 11:19pm
From: AMC(SEL) Ramie Ellender
Duty Stations: FRC WEST
Comments: Chief Select Ellender, Respectfully request to enter the Hallowed halls of the Goat Locker
Date: 05:41pm
From: MNC(SW) (SEL) Michael A. Balazs
Duty Stations: LCS MCM DET TWO
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Amber and my daughter Charlotte because without thier support I would not be where I am. My Father most of all BM1(SW)Balazs, Dean (RET) who is no longer with us for his wisdom and guidence lead me to be the man I am today. I would like to thank ALL the Sailors ive worked for and with. They made me the Sailor I am today. I would like to send a special thanks to MNCS Stephen Mcqueen. His dedication and mentorship has lead me to this point and has walked this whole process with me. I obviously wasnt doing somthing right to get selected but HE lead me in the right direction and pushed me to greater heights then I ever knew I could do. But most of all, ALL glory goes to GOD. Without him all this could not be possible.
Date: 05:37pm
From: CSC(SEL) Robert E. Smith
Duty Stations: USS Dubuque (LPD-8), Naval War College, USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19)
Comments: Thank you to all of my Family, Friends, Mentors, and Sailors who got me here and supported me all the way. I am so grateful for the honor of being selected and the opportunity to continue to serve as a Chief.
Date: 03:59am
From: EMC (SEL) Nathan A. Lee
Duty Stations: USS DETROIT (AOE-4), NRD NEW YORK, ACU-2, SERMC
Comments: First, I want to thank GOD for this blessing. I want to thank all the people I've worked with during the years. Last but not least, I want to thank my wife and kids for the support during the late nights and long deployments.
Date: 09:55pm
From: ITC(SEL) Walter D. Lee Jr.
Duty Stations: NIOC HAWAII, NCTAMS PAC, USS PAUL HAMILTON (DDG 60), JPAC, USS MT WHITNEY (LCC 20)
Comments: Good Evening Goat Locker. I am ITC(SEL) Lee and I look forward to being a part of my new family. I would like to thank all of those who have helped to get me here. The junior Sailors who have put their trust in me, who have supported me, and those who have allowed me to learn from them. I hope to see you in the Fleet one day so I can truly thank each of you in person.
Date: 08:55pm
From: CTNC(IDW) (SEL) Anthony Kelly
Duty Stations: NIOC MD, NIOC Pensacola, USS Coronado(AGF11), NMCB 3, PSD Pensacola
Comments: "hello world" I would like to thank my family and all my mentors for the help they have given me over the years.
Date: 03:06pm
From: GMC(Sel) Matthew Dick
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 102
Comments: Hooyah FY15 Selectees! Navy Chief, Navy Pride! GMC Joshua Gordon, FCC Dan Najera, FCC Donny Langford, I could not have done it without you!
Date: 12:34pm
From: BMC(SEL) Brian Randle
Duty Stations: CSCSU GREAT LAKES
Comments: Good morning Goat Locker I am BMC(SEL)Brian Randle and I look forward to being part of the Goat Locker.
Date: 09:08am
From: ISC (SEL) Brian Stack
Duty Stations: NR NCIS HQ0166
Comments: If it were not for the love and support of my wife and child I would not be here today.
Date: 08:50am
From: LSC(SS/AW)(SEL) Jeffery Bloch
Duty Stations: USS KEY WEST(SSN 722), USS ALABAMA(SSBN 731), SWFPAC, USS HONOLULU(SSN 718), USS LOS ANGELES(SSN 688)
Comments: I would like to thank my wife for helping keep my head high and all the Chiefs that pushed me and guided me through the years.
Date: 07:16am
From: CTRC(IDW/NAC/SW) (Sel) MICHAEL J. GRAHAM
Duty Stations: CRYPTOLOGIC SERVICES GROUP, U.S. STRATEGIC COMMAND, OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, NEBRASKA: APRIL 2014 TO PRESENT
Comments: PAST PERMANENT DUTY STATIONS: 1) NAVY INFORMATION OPERATIONS COMMAND BAHRAIN: AUGUST 2011 TO DECEMBER 2013 2) USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19), HP: HONSHU YOKOSUKA, JAPAN: APRIL 2007 TO APRIL 2010 (PREVIOUS RATE OF "PS") 3) CUSTOMER SERVICE DESK POINT LOMA, SAN DIEGO, CA: DECEMBER 2004 TO FEBRUARY 2007 (PREVIOUS RATE OF "PS")
Date: 09:18pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Jackson
Duty Stations: NNPTC; USS HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN 75); NRD ATLANTA; USS JOHN C STENNIS (CVN 74)
Comments: I would like to say that I am honored to be selected to join such an exalted group. Thank you to all those who I have worked for and with over the last 14 years and I only hope that I can return the effort.
Date: 07:36pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Carlos Rafael Moreira
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT, USS ENTERPRISE, HSC-2, NCTS NAPLES ITALY, USS RAMAGE, VS-31
Comments: Most Exalted Chief's Mess, I respectfully request permission to enter the Hollowed Halls of the Chief's Mess...
Date: 01:29pm
From: LSC (SEL) Barry Barnett
Duty Stations: USS PRINCETON, NRD SAN DIEGO, USS MILIUS
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all the support they have shown me through the years, and thank you to all the Sailors that helped me achieve this. Thank you.
Date: 12:44pm
From: ISC(SW) (SEL) Thomas Ahlberg
Duty Stations: NEIC 0222
Comments: This has been my most memorable few months in the Navy. I look forward to meeting the other FY15 selects along the rest of my career. Thank you Genuines for everything you have done for us.
Date: 12:17pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Mike Talley
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT DET HR, USS KEARSARGE, NAVCENT/5TH FLEET, NIOC SUITLAND
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all the Sailors I worked with over the years that helped me achieve this great accomplishment.
Date: 10:55am
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) ANDREW PLETZKE
Duty Stations: ATGSD; USS MAKIN ISLAND LHD-8; SFWPMU EL CENTRO; USS OGDEN LPD-5
Comments: Thank you to all the great Chiefs who have trained my mind body and soul!!
Date: 01:24am
From: FCC(sel) Matthew Scheuerell
Duty Stations: USS Gary (FFG-51)
Comments: I would like to thank all my sailors past and present for their hard work. I would like to thank my wife for supporting me and keeping me in line. Lastly I want to thank my chiefs past and present. It is a great honor for me to be selected.
Date: 09:05pm
From: GMC(SW)(Sel) James E. Poole
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 102
Comments: The experiences I've gained and the knowledge that's been passed on during this process cannot be quantified. I wouldn't trade this experience for anything. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 03:01pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Sean P. Jeffords
Duty Stations: USS PHILIPPINE SEA(CG-58), USS KAUFFMAN(FFG-59), USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT(CVN-71)
Comments: This is an honor. I am very thankful to be a part of one of the greatest experiences in life. I want to thank every Chief that did there job by leading me and pushing me in the right direction to achieve my dream. I would also like to thank all of my junior shipmates. Without you this would not have been possible. I also want to thank my family and friends for supporting me throughout my career.
Date: 01:10am
From: HTC(SW)(SEL) Dominic Clifton
Duty Stations: NAVIMFACPACNORWEST, USS Frank Cable, ACU-5
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all the sailors I served with both Junior and Senior, especially my mentors in the NDT Lab/QA Division on the Frank Cable, the hard working HT's in Code 831 at IMF Bangor, and the IMF Chief's Mess!
Date: 11:13pm
From: ITC(AW/EXW)(SEL) JORGE A. RAMIREZ
Duty Stations: MOBILE TACTICAL OPERATION CENTER (MTOC) TWO
Comments: Words can not express the feelings and emotions that overcame me the day I was notified of being selected. I am honored and humbled to have been selected. First and foremost, I would like to thank my Wife Mariza for being there since the day I entered into the Delayed Entry Program. She has been my rock and she has been so strong all these years! Next I would like to thank all of the Sailors that I have had the privilege of leading. With out you I would not be where I am today. And finally I would like to thank all of my mentors and leaders I have had through out the years. Without you I would not have been molded into the leader I am today. Looking forward to being accepted into the Mess!
Date: 10:15pm
From: HMC(FMF) (Sel) Scott Miller
Duty Stations: Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Bethesda
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all the support they have shown me through the years. I want to send a special thanks to HMC(FMF) Daniel Rossi. Without his leadership, guidance, and knowledge I would not be where I am today.
Date: 09:32pm
From: ITC(Sel) Scott Rodriguez
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 102, LCS Crew 103, SOCCE HOA, USS Stethem (DDG-63), NCIS HQ Washington DC, USS Thorn (DD-988)
Comments: Posting this again. Didn't make it the first time.
Date: 07:37pm
From: AOC (AW/SW) (SEL) Corey Lumpkins
Duty Stations: CNATTU NAS Lemoore
Comments: I would like to thank all of my family and friends that have sacrificed their support throughout my career. I also would like to thank all the Chiefs that have mentored me and in braced me to become a better leader through the years. Thank you to all the sailors that took care of me because without you I wouldn't be where I'm at today.
Date: 07:34pm
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Amanda K Carpenter
Duty Stations: FRCSE
Comments: Thanks to all the sailors and leaders that help me get to where I am.
Date: 06:03pm
From: ENC(SW) (SEL) NOLAN McABEE
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE
Comments: this is the happiest day of my life
Date: 04:40pm
From: ASC(AW/SW) (SEL) Brauny E. Agudieztavarez
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN (LHD 5)
Comments: This is biggest accomplishment in my Naval career and I am 100% certain that I would not have this done without the help of my Sailors and the support from my family. I am very thankful to my mentors for their continue guidance and wisdom. Also I want to thank the USS BATAAN Chiefs for the opportunities given, which led me to the selection of Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 04:35pm
From: GMC(Sel) James Isaak
Duty Stations: USS Leyte Gulf, NMC CED DET Sewells Point, USS Laboon, CRG-2 Det Bahrain, LCS Crew 102
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectees! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 11:59am
From: STGC(SW) (SEL) Patricio E. Sena Jr.
Duty Stations: USS Lake Erie CG-70, USS Howard DDG-83, USS Antietam CG-54, Fleet ASW Training Center
Comments: I want to thank STGCS(SW) Sherwin Baniqued, STGC(SW) Stacy Hall, STGC(SW) Ryan Braley, STGC(SW) Benavidez. There are many more junior and senior sailors to thank that I have worked with during my 17 year career. Thanks to all of you.
Date: 05:41am
From: BMC(SW) (SEL) Edison S. Cedeno
Duty Stations: USS MESA VERDE LPD-19
Comments: This is a great moment in my Naval career, and I want to thank God, my family and my Navy family onboard the USS Mesa Verde for helping me reach this milestone.
Date: 12:44am
From: MAC(SW/AW/SC) (sel) Eddie Monson
Duty Stations: USS G. H. W. Bush
Comments: First, I would like to thank my family for their selfless sacrifice throughout my Naval career, allowing me to be where I am today. So many people to thank so I am just going to keep it simple: My Sailors for allowing me to lead them and them believing in me. Leadership for giving me the opportunity to lead and empowering me to do my job; allowing me to make mistakes and learn from them. Mentors for being there for me when times were tuff and letting me know when I was wrong. Thank you all!
Date: 12:35am
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Robert M. Inman
Duty Stations: IMF Bangor, WA
Comments: Thank you ETCS (SS) Robert McNeal.
Date: 10:07pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Darrell Caudill
Duty Stations: LCSRON One / SUW DET Two
Comments: I am very thankful for the support of my family, mentors, and sailors that helped me achieve this career long goal. Without them it wouldn't have been possible. I look forward to spending the rest of my career trying to provide as much support to other sailors as was provided to me.
Date: 09:58pm
From: ITC (SEL) Charles Holston
Duty Stations: NAVCOMTELSTA San Diego, MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS TEAM TWO, HSV-2 SWIFT, NCTAMS PAC, JOINT VENTURE HSV-X1, BEACHMASTER UNIT ONE, USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64)
Comments: There are way too many to thank here but the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that had an impact on me in one way or another, good or bad are numerous. Most importantly my Sailors, family and friends got me here. I will never forget where I came from!
Date: 09:15pm
From: ISC(Sel) Philip Kirk Nelson
Duty Stations: USS LAKE ERIE (CG70); JIOCEUR (Molesworth); USS HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN75)
Comments: Thank you to all of my Sailors whose hard work got me to this point. Thank you to all of the Chiefs who mentored me, guided me and provided me with encouragement and support.
Date: 09:04pm
From: LSC(SEL) Desi Angelo Ronquillo
Duty Stations: CVN 71
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends and mentors that have helped me get to this point in my career.
Date: 08:09pm
From: GMC (SEL) Wade Jump
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz, Navsuppact Naples Italy, USS Swift, MSRON-7, NMC Det North Island and USS Lake Erie
Comments: I would like to say thank you to my chief's that came before me to give the right guidance and knowledge to succeed to this point today.
Date: 07:34pm
From: MAC(SS)(SEL) Jeremiah Brumbaugh
Duty Stations: SUBASE NLON
Comments: It is an honor and privilege to be a CPO Selectee and I am greatly looking forward to utilizing this valuable resource of wisdom in leading the Sailor's of the 21st Century Navy. Thank you for considering my request to join the "Goat Locker". Respectfully, MAC(SS)(SEL) Jeremiah Brumbaugh -"JB"
Date: 06:38pm
From: EMC(SW) (SEL) DEON VAUGHN WRAY
Duty Stations: USS NITZE DDG94
Comments: I would like to thank God for Blessing me with and giving me the opportunity to go further in my Navy career. Thank you so much to my wife Cristina for always pushing me, encouraging me, supporting me and always believing in all my goals. To all the Genuine Chiefs along my way, I am grateful for all you have done to mold me into the person I am on and off duty. Thank you all for the mentoring.
Date: 05:48pm
From: ENC(SEL) George Logar
Duty Stations: Littoral Combat Ship Crew 106
Comments: Greetings to all Most Honorable and Exalted Master Chief Petty Officers, More Honorable Senior Chief Petty Officers, and Honorable Chief Petty Officers!
Date: 05:13pm
From: MMC(SS) (SEL) Brandon Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Jimmy Carter (SSN-23)
Comments: To all of the CPOs who have trained me, mentored me, disciplined me, and helped me through the tough times, I say Thank You!
Date: 04:10am
From: DCC(Sel) William Julian
Duty Stations: Commander Fleet Activities Okinawa
Comments: Now it is time for me to repay all the sailors who have helped me get to this great Milestone and I will always remember that I wear my anchors and I will never let my anchors wear me.
Date: 12:45am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) DELRICK TRAYLOR
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 204
Comments: I would like to thank OSC Gary Yarbrough, OSC Douglas Reece, OSC Bobby Starks and PSC Thomas Scott (Ret.) for putting me in the best possible situations throughout my career. Without them and many other Chiefs I would not have made it to this point.
Date: 12:44am
From: ETC(Sel)(SS) Justin Dewayne Goad
Duty Stations: NCTSCU Oklahoma City
Comments: I would like to thank the Chiefs that mentored me, and the sailors who have worked for me. If not for them, I would not be here!
Date: 12:38am
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Jeffery Atkinson
Duty Stations: FLTASWTRACEN
Comments: Excited for this season, having fun and stressing out! Learning a lot and keeping a positive attitude. Won't be long and I'll have my Anchors!
Date: 10:31pm
From: DCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Christopher Wazny
Duty Stations: MCM Crew Bulwark, NIOC MD, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51), USS Harry S Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: First off, thank you to the selection board for giving us the opportunity to be accepted into the mess. The "season" although challenging and stressful, I trust will give us the finishing tools to continue to be positive and influential leaders for our junior officers and sailors. I wish the best of luck to my selectee brothers and sisters as we near the end of this process and begin our next journey onto the deckplates as Chiefs.
Date: 09:02pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Andres Naranjo
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 204; CG II MEF; NAVHOSP BREMERTON; 31st MEU; 3MLG
Comments: Congratulations to all the Selectees!
Date: 08:17pm
From: NCC (SW) (SEL) Julio Raymond Perez
Duty Stations: USS Chief (MCM-14), NRD Dallas, USS Stockdale (DDG-106), NRD San Antonio
Comments: Special thanks to my family for the support and sacrifices they have made, the sailors that have followed my lead and the great leaders I've had the pleasure of serving under. No one gets here by themselves!
Date: 06:53pm
From: CTNC(Sel)(IDW/SW/AW) Ricky Thompson
Duty Stations: NSGA Pensacola; FIWC/NIOC Norfolk; NCDOC; NIOC Maryland; NCU11
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends and mentors that have helped me get to this point in my career.
Date: 06:43pm
From: CTNC(Sel) Rich Paxton
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk
Comments: Many thanks to the countless mentors who have guided me to this point. I would NEVER have been successful without the support of the Sailors I have worked with and most especially the junior Sailors.
Date: 06:43pm
From: ITC (Sel) (IDW/SW/AW) Lativia Darbone
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk
Comments: Thank you to everyone that helped me get here. I could not do this without all of you. I'm so grateful and will never forget where I came from. Thank you!!
Date: 06:40pm
From: CTTC(Sel)(IDW/SW/AW) Romano Rumbawa
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, USS BATAAN (LHD 5)
Comments: It truly is an honor to be selected.. I want to thank my family.. Without your support, my selection would most likely not have happened. To my Sailors, without you all, my selection would NOT have been possible. To my Father.. It was one my proudest days hearing the results, because I was joining your Mess!
Date: 05:42pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Jose Sanchez
Duty Stations: DDG-95/ACU-4
Comments: I would like to thank my previous and current Chain of Command for helping me achieved this crowning point in my career. But must important, all the junior sailors that made this possible for me because without them i wouldn't be here now.
Date: 05:29pm
From: LSC(sel) JONATHAN ESTRELLA
Duty Stations: COMNAVAIRLANT
Comments: I could not have made it this far without the great CPO's before me. Thank you all.
Date: 04:29pm
From: MMC(SEL)(SW/AW) Christopher Hewitt
Duty Stations: CVN-71, NPTU CHARLESTON (MTS-626), CVN-65
Comments: THANK YOU! I cannot say that phrase enough to my family, shipmates, mentors and Sailors that made this possible for me. It is quite a surreal experience and has instilled much humility. I had no idea I would learn as much as I already have, and knowing there is still much more to learn. This is an incredible opportunity and I will never stop learning, giving back or forget where I came from.
Date: 03:14pm
From: MAC(SW)(SEL) Chavella Bailey
Duty Stations: USS Forrest Sherman DDG 98
Comments: Thank you LORD for getting me here! Thank you for sending me Shipmates (past, present, and future ones) along the way who have taught me valuable lessons and given me help, without whom I would not have made it this far.
Date: 01:27pm
From: HMC(sel)(SW/AW) Crystal Starneswright
Duty Stations: NOSC Norfolk, USS Bataan
Comments: As the time winds down it all feels bitter sweet. The process has been a rollercoaster of emotional experiences as I've had to admit flaws about myself that I never really wanted too. Navy Chief, Navy Pride
Date: 01:18pm
From: AZC(AW/SW) (SEL) EDDY D. ODOM
Duty Stations: VRC-30
Comments: This is such an amazing experience and I feel so proud and honored to be part of it. Thank you to my family for being there for me, All the Chiefs guidance and wisdom, and the Sailors who put in so much dedication and hard work. GOO NAVY! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 01:07pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Adam J. Clark
Duty Stations: USS Dewey, FLEASWTRACEN, USS Cape St George, USS Stout
Comments: I would like to thank all those who mentored me and gave me advice along this path. That list is very long so please just know that if you are a part of the list that I am thankful for everything you have given me and I only hope that I can repay even half of that advice forward. I would also like to thank all the peers and junior Sailors that I helped along the way to advance. All that said I want to thank two specific people. First and foremost I need to thank my wife, without her in my life I would’ve gone a different road a long time ago. Second I would like to thank Senior Chief Fire Controlman Mike Cheeseman for pushing me to do better, everyday. Mike I truly hope that I can help a Sailor one day the way you have helped me. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:39am
From: ITC(SEL) (SW) Andrew Rought
Duty Stations: AEGIS Technical Representative Moorestown NJ, NIOC Hawaii DS, T-AOE6
Comments: This entire process has been humbling and exciting. Thank you to everyone who helped me get to this point, I plan on giving back just as much.
Date: 08:55am
From: CTTC(SEL) (SW/IDW/AW) Christopher Watt
Duty Stations: NIOC Hawaii, NIOC Colorado, USS PORTER(DDG-78)
Comments: Thank you to everyone that has helped me get here!
Date: 03:35am
From: CSC(sel) Ryan Swan
Duty Stations: Carrier Strike Group ONE
Comments: Thank you for the access to the forum.
Date: 11:33pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Michelle R. Dickison
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78)
Comments: This is such a humbling experience and I feel so blessed to be able to have it. So many others did not get the opportunity and I just want to thank all those who have molded me along the way. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!! Michelle
Date: 10:16pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Ryan T. Myers
Duty Stations: LCS PCU CREW 209, PHNSY & IMF, MCM CREW EXULTANT
Comments: Thank you to all the junior Sailors I have had the pleasure to encounter throughout the years, without you I would not be were I am today. Thank you to all the WSC's, LPO's and CPO's who have guided, mentored, corrected me at every turn, without each of your unique strengths to mold my career I would not be were I am today. Thank you to my friends and family, without your support, love and care I would not have the strength to be were I am today. Additionally I would like to thank all those I have yet to meet, without you I would have no purpose, no one to guide and mold, no peers to lean on or stand strong for in times of need, and without support I will fail.
Date: 10:14pm
From: CTMC (SW/AW) (Sel) Robin Jarratt
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, WHCA, USS Kearsarge, SSFA, USS Harry S. Truman, NSGA Winter Harbor
Comments: A big thanks goes out to everyone who helped me get here!
Date: 09:27pm
From: CTNC(sel) David Wafford
Duty Stations: CTNC(IDW/AW)(sel)
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends, the Chiefs that guided me here and most importantly, the junior Sailors that got me to where I am.
Date: 08:38pm
From: DCC(SEL) (SW/AW) Jeremy Hardnack
Duty Stations: TSC Great Lakes, PCRON ONE, PCMST 4, USN Ceremonial Guard, USS George Washington, USS Carter Hall
Comments: I am honored and proud to have been selected to be a Chief Petty Officer! Congrats to all my brothers and sisters who were selected as well!
Date: 08:09pm
From: CTMC(Sel) Nathaniel Siewny
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, NIOC Whidbey Island, USS MOMSEN, USS CHUNG-HOON, NSGSD Chesapeake, NGSD Two.
Comments: There is no way that I could thank all the Sailors by name that helped me to be selected. I have worked with fantastic groups at each of my duty stations over the past 19 years. The truth is that it took all of them to get me to this point. There is something to be learned from everyone weather the oldest Goat or the youngest recruit. Thank all of you for the guidance along the way.
Date: 08:06pm
From: CMC(SCW/EXW) (SEL) Jonathan Beyer
Duty Stations: ATG Mayport
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their constant support thru out my Naval career, All the Chiefs I have worked for thru out my time in the Navy that helped mold me, and most of all the SeaBees and shipmates on the deck plates that have worked for me and/or with me. You all are the reason I am where I am today.
Date: 06:40pm
From: SHC (Sel) Christian Magnin
Duty Stations: USS COLE, USS SAIPAN, NRD RALEIGH, USS BULKELEY,NAES LAKEHURST, USS ANZIO, NAVSTA NORFOLK
Comments: I look forward to seeing all of you in the Fleet and i thank all my Sailors who kept chalenging me. You know who you are Anthony(i look forward to seeing you in khakis soon) To Master Chief Jones, Novak and Lawry, thank you for not giving up on me and pushing me beyond what i thought was good enough, i have learned more about being a Sailor and a leader in the past three years than I had in the past 16 before that. I guess I was a bit of a knuckle head. To Jermaine and Smoky thank you Brothers. To Master Chief Carter. Thank you for for not only being a great Chief but also a good man. There are of course more people that deserve to be thanked, however being the CPO 365 phase two season i must adjourn. V/R SHC (Sel) Christian Magnin
Date: 06:19pm
From: HMC(SEL) (FMF/SW/AW) Jerry Horton
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and Naval Personnel Command
Comments: Thank you for the opportunity to join this prestigious group.
Date: 06:07pm
From: LSC(SEL) Bryan A. Tyner
Duty Stations: USS LA JOLLA (SSN 701)
Comments: I really can't believe the time has come for me to become a CPO. First i would like to think my wife for helping me get to this point in my life. My family for all the support that they have given me during this time and all the CPO's before that i have been a huge part in my life in the navy to help get to this point.
Date: 05:58pm
From: ITC(Sel) Carrie A. Souslin
Duty Stations: VQ4, VRC30, NAVCOMTELSTA SAN DIEGO, USS OSCAR AUSTIN, NETWARCOM, NMCI, USS MESA VERDE, FLEET WEATHER CENTER
Comments: TODAY IS THE GREATEST DAY OF MY LIFE!!! I am beyond honored to be here today and always!!! Many people have spend many hours teaching me, training me.... working with me, for me and by my side.... I am thankful for my family and friends for supporting me all these years!! This is a dream that I was worth waiting for!!! I look forward to learning more from the mess as well as from the sailors and officers as the years go on!!!
Date: 05:10pm
From: BMC (Sel) (SW/AW) Omar Navarro
Duty Stations: CNR Hawaii
Comments: Thank you!
Date: 01:16pm
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Brandon Slemp
Duty Stations: VP-8, FRCSE, VP-16
Comments: I want to first thank God for blessing me with this great Honor, and my family for supporting me through it all. Thank you to all that I have proudly served with in mentoring and guiding me through the years. I would never have been selected to Chief if it were not for you, and all of our Sailors hard work and devotion!
Date: 11:58pm
From: EODC (SEL) (EWS/NP) Brent T. Lawson
Duty Stations: EODMU5 Guam, EODMU3 Coronado, CA
Comments: It seems like only yesterday I was going to boot camp to start this journey! Third generation sailor and the first one to make chief! I would like to thank all those Chiefs that spent that extra time to square me away early in my career and pushed me to go farther than I ever knew I could. I would also like to honor my EOD brothers, my grandfather (AE), and my father (AO) who are no longer with us. "NIHIL OBSTAT"" NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:49pm
From: MMC(SS) SEL SHAWN SEBASTIAN MERCER
Duty Stations: USS KENTUCKY SSBN737, MARMC, USS TENNESSEE SSBN 734 B, NAVPERSCOM
Comments: I would like to first thank God for blessing my family and I. I would like to thank my family, mentors and shipmates for helping me get to this point in my career because I could not get here on my own. I plan to pay it forward to develop and train sailors so I can help them become the Chief and continue this great tradition in the US Navy.
Date: 07:56pm
From: MMC (WEPS)(sel) Joseph T. Price
Duty Stations: NAVPERSCOM
Comments: I am very honored to be here today. I am looking forward to the brotherhood of the CPO mess, the opportunities that lie ahead, and carrying on the proud tradition of what it means to be the "Chief ".
Date: 07:14pm
From: ITC(SW/IDW)(SEL) Trevor Rommel-Smith
Duty Stations: LHD 1, T-AOE 6, NCTS Bahrain, DISA Europe, LCS Crew 204
Comments: Hello All, I'll be honest, even four and a half weeks in this whole ordeal seems surreal. I am still having a difficult time of wrapping my head around the fact that I have been selected. Without saying, anything I know or can do is at everyone's disposal. Please don't hesitate to contact me for anything. Trevor
Date: 03:21pm
From: EMC(SEL)(SW) Micaiah Van Roekel
Duty Stations: USS MAHAN (DDG-72), USS OGDEN (LPD-5), NWS SEAL BEACH, USS HREEN BAY (LPD-20), NRD SAN FRANCISCO
Comments: I am still in denial that I have been selected. But I am the happiest sailor alive to be selected. I am living a promos I made to my father in law who was a Chief in the 1970's. He was the dad I never had. It means the world to me that I am entering the mess where he once stood with brothers and sister. Now I have that chance. I want to thank my wife Nancy and my two girls Mikayla and Sophie for the support. And to all the chiefs, senior chiefs, and master chiefs who have inspired me to be a great sailor. Thank you.
Date: 11:09am
From: ISC(Sel)(IDW/EXW) Sara DeMorett
Duty Stations: PACOM JIOC 0113, Minneapolis, MN
Comments: At times it is still hard to believe that I am where I am. But then when I think back at how hard I've worked until now and continue to work to ensure that I get to be the best Chief Petty Officer that I can be, I do believe it. There have been many Chiefs in my life in a positive way and not so positive way. Every day my goal will be to continue to be a positive role model in my Sailors lives. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:26am
From: LSC (AW) (SEL) ALEX CARRION
Duty Stations: USS JOHN F. KENNEDY(CV-67) ; PSD NAS JAX; HSL-60 MAYPORT, FL; NCHB-11 JACKSONVILLE, FL
Comments: I am much honored to be where I am today. It is a great privilege and an honor to wear the title. Much thanks to God, my family and all who have steered me in the right path.
Date: 07:18am
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Freddie Jackson
Duty Stations: HSC-25
Comments: I would like to think all of the chiefs that have helped me through my career and helped me get to this point. Special thanks to AFCM Shaw, CWO3 Atkinson, CWO2 Benino, AMCS Gary, AMC Stauffer and AMC Cosat.
Date: 02:20am
From: SHC(SW) (SEL) HEATHER MITCHELL
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District Dallas/ USS John F. Kennedy/Naval Medical Center/USS Mesa Verde LPD 19
Comments: First I would like to thank God and all that he has done to help me and keep me grounded. I would also like to thank the board members for looking at my record and making a decision that would forever change my life and career. Here are some people that I would love to thank for allowing me the chance to have a great career. These people have all mentored me in some way and have always made sure that what I did in my career would speak volumes. Sometimes when I felt like giving up, I was reminded that we never give up and to always give 200% or more until you cannot go anymore. Thanks to all for everything that you did in helping teach me and help me to understand that everything deserves the best. For all those that I worked with and that are continuing to come up in the ranks, be patient and remember when God is ready for you to make then it will happen, but always stay encouraged. Again Thanks for everything. SHCS James Owens, SH1 James Haynes, SHC Kenyatta Duncan, BM1 Palmer,SHCS Kelvin Birdine, SHCS Jaqueline Jones, ABHCS Fred Baxter, NCC Brian Murray, NCC Garrett Wolfe, Steve Polach, NC1 Nadine Barton, SH1 Tia Williams, ABE1 Tanisha Prins, SH2 James Terry, NCCM Rogers, NCCM Maxwell, NC1 Vestall, SH1 Wilson, CSMC Newsome, MACS Vasquez, SHSN Martin, SH2 Frank Joyner, SH2 Edward Carey, SH1 Cornelious Jones, SHCM Hand, NCC Darrell Lard, NCC Law, NCC Herman Mckeiver, LSC Corbin, NCCS Masino, NCCM Quinn, ABEC Bridges(deceased), Very Respectfully SHC(SEL) Mitchell
Date: 02:09am
From: NCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Catrina Monique Wright
Duty Stations: NRD DALLAS
Comments: I am very thankful for this blessing that I have received. I just wanna take this opportunity to thank all of the Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Master Chief's that have been there to help me on my journey to get me this far.
Date: 11:11pm
From: CTNC (EXW/IDW) (SEL) Jason Kyle Taylor
Duty Stations: NPC, Corry Station, NSW Support Activity Group 1, NIOC Pensacola, NSGA Rota
Comments: Thank you to all my past and present Chiefs. Without your support and guidance, I would not be here today. Thank you to all my Junior Sailors for all the hard work you did. Without them, I would not be here. Last but certainly not least, my wife and beautiful daughter!! Without their love and support I would be lost. She is my biggest supporter and has always stuck by my side and listened to my rants throughout the years. I love you!
Date: 08:16pm
From: PSC(SW/AW)(SEL) MATTHEW E NELSON
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM PERS 4013
Comments: Thank you to everyone for helping me get here.
Date: 07:19pm
From: PSC(SW/AW) (Sel) Carson M. Seibert
Duty Stations: COMCARSTRKGRU EIGHT, NAVHOSP PCOLA, USS ROSS (DDG 71)
Comments: First of all, thank you to God for giving me faith in everything I believe in. Secondly, to all the Sailors I've been stationed with as well as my family who has stood by my side, thank you for all the support you've given. Congratulations to all of the other fellow selectees as well!!!
Date: 12:19pm
From: CTTC (AW/NAC)(SEL) Stephen Y. Birdsong
Duty Stations: VQ-2, NR NIOC Texas, USAFRICOM, MCAGCC 29 Palms, PACOM
Comments: I would like to first thank God for the infinite blessings in my life. I would also like to thank all of the great Chiefs that I have served under to this point that cared enough about me to ensure that my skills were captured in a way that contributed to me being selected. I would also like to thank my peers and subordinates that cared enough about me to provide me with great productivity and assistance that aided me in executing tasking and achieving favorable results in my career thus far. I look forward to entering the CPO Mess and contributing in any way I can. Cheers!
Date: 11:32pm
From: HMC (FMF/SCW) (SEL) Justin R. Lancaster
Duty Stations: NHCCC Det. San Antonio, NMCB 11, NOMI, BHC Kingsville, 1st MarDiv Camp Pendleton, BHC Atsugi Japan
Comments: Thanks to all the past for paving the way for the present and the future. Wouldn't be where I'm at today without my family and all the amazing Sailors I have had the opportunity to serve with.
Date: 10:38pm
From: ADC(AW/SW)(SEL) Alan M. Dunbar
Duty Stations: HSC-26
Comments: First off I would like to thank my family, without them I would not be here today. Second I would like to thank all of my junior Sailors throughout the years and all of the mentors and Chief Petty Officers that helped mold the foundation of my Navy Career. I will give 110% each day to pay it forward and make sure that my Sailors are taken care of. Thank you.
Date: 10:16pm
From: MAC(sel) (SW/EXW/IDW) Alex Michael Dorais
Duty Stations: Naval Station Norfolk, USS Denver (LPD-9), SOTF-SE FOB Ripley, NSA Naples Sec Det, NPC Millington
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors, subordinates, and peers for the guidance and encouragement that you have provided me in my career. I would not be where I am without the attention you have given me. I would also like to thank my family and loved ones for the support at home that has made this all possible.
Date: 09:23pm
From: YNC(Sel) (SW/AW) Paul Haverfield
Duty Stations: NOSC Akron
Comments: Thank you for the people who have helped me get to this spot. Thank you for the Junior Sailors who have gave me the encouragement. Also, I want to thank the Chiefs who took the time and mentored and guided me. Your leadership will never be forgotten.
Date: 08:35pm
From: RPC(SW/AW/EXW) (SEL) Gina J. Campbell
Duty Stations: NOB Chapel; USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75); Naval Special Warfare Group TWO; COMNAVSURFLANT Ministry Center; Pentagon
Comments: I'd like to thank God, my family, mentors, the guys I've worked with, and anyone who has believed in me and has had something to do with me getting here. I've very humbled, honored, and blessed to be a part of this brother/sisterhood. CONGRATS FY15 Chief Selectees!!!!!
Date: 07:55pm
From: YNC(EXW)(SEL) Karla G. Gonzalez
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District San Francisco
Comments: Thank you to my family and friends for their unconditional love and support. A special thank you to my husband Manny and beautiful daughters Myrah and Elissa. A huge and sincere thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have mentored me and paved the way for this great accomplishment.
Date: 06:01pm
From: PSC(SEL) (SW/AW) Tristan Tran
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco
Comments: Learn as much as possible.
Date: 05:46pm
From: LSC(Sel) Marlemne Delacruz
Duty Stations: USS Spruance, FISC Jax Det (Mayport), HS-11, NAS Sigonella, USS Bataan, NAVAIRTERM (Norfolk, VA)
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank my God almighty for allowing me to be here today. I would also like to thank my mentors for guiding me through out my naval career, my junior sailors for putting up with me and helping me get where now am, and my lovely family for being my backbone and support system on every decision I have made. LSC(Sel) Delacruz, Marlemne
Date: 03:30pm
From: BMC(SEL) (SW/SC) Ryan C. Flores
Duty Stations: USS-Ford FFG-54, NAVSTA Everett, WA., USS Momsen DDG-92, ATG Mid Pacific, USS Chafee DDG-90.
Comments: First I would like to thank my wife Deb and family for your unrelenting support of my career, all my Chiefs Past and Present who kept me on the path and gave me a push on my sails when I stood idle and for all the young Sailors that I had the pleasure and honor to work with that gave me the opportunity to help them, THANK YOU SO MUCH WITH ALL MY HEART! I would have never made it here without any of you.
Date: 12:06pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jeffrey Jackson
Duty Stations: USS Austin LPD-4, USS Harry S. Truman CVN-75, AIMD Sigonella, USS Abraham Lincoln CVN-72
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chief's, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that helped me to make it where I am today. I am very grateful for all of the lessons that I am learning and will continue to learn.
Date: 11:38am
From: ABHC(SEL) Philip Watson
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman
Comments: I want to thank all the people that have influenced me to get to wear I am today. Through steadfast guiding and teaching I am now able to give back in a much broader scope and for that I am honored. Thank you
Date: 11:35am
From: CTRC(SW)(SEL) Randall Rempfer
Duty Stations: Joint Military Attache School
Comments: I want to publicly thank the USS McFAUL Chiefs and specifically CTRC Dave Bene and CTRC Tim Freeman for the guidance and direction they have provieded me over my most recent assignment. Also, all the hard work of OT division, without there hard work I wouldn't be here either.
Date: 09:19am
From: CMC (SCW)(SEL) James Patrick Gongas
Duty Stations: NPC Millington 401 Alfa Company Detailer
Comments: Proud to be here! Representing for all those who have gone before me and now paving the way for the future of the Navy! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 07:15am
From: NDC (DSW/SW/EXW) (SEL) Wayne Johnson
Duty Stations: Consolidated Divers Unit, AS39 Emory S. Land, MDSU 1, SUBDEVRON 5, NAVSCOLEOD
Comments: Would like to send a huge shout out all my shipmates. I am honored to work for you.
Date: 03:23am
From: NDC(Sel) Michael L. Nicholas
Duty Stations: MOBDIVSALU ONE
Comments: There have been many a Chief that helped me along the way to this point in my career. Most recently I would like to thank MDV Phanthavong, NDC Acker, NDC Castaneda, and HMC Gilbert. Hooyah Deep Sea!
Date: 09:36pm
From: ADC (AW)(Sel) Dustin Neal Smith
Duty Stations: NPC
Comments: GO Navy
Date: 09:29pm
From: ITC (AW/SW) (SEL) Shawn Morrison
Duty Stations: VFA-101; USS HARRY S. TRUMAN; MARMC; NCTS BAHRAIN; USS GEORGE WASHINGTON; USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Officers and Chain of Commands who have helped me get here today. I can see now that hard work does not go unnoticed. I will continue to help others get to where I am and ensure that I do not forget where I came from.
Date: 09:20pm
From: HMC(FMF/AW/SW)(SEL) Raymond L Jordan
Duty Stations: NMC Portsmouth, USS John F Kennedy, USS Carney, NBHC Bahrain, 2D Marine Logistics Group, Navy Personnel Command
Comments: I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs whom made it possible for me to strive this far and achieve my dreams in our great Navy. I owe the world to the Sailors and Marines of Combat Logistics Battalion 26 and 2D Supply Battalion Ooorah!
Date: 08:43pm
From: PSC (AW) (Sel) Sheila Richardson
Duty Stations: NSA Mid-South
Comments: I would like to personally thank each and every one of the Chiefs who have mentored me along the way helping me to reach this long awaited milestone in my life. I owe much of this honor to you because I wouldn't be here today had it not been for all of your direction and guidance. Keep leading from the front making a difference in Sailors lives. It is definitely much appreciated. Thank you again. V/r PSC (Sel) (AW) Richardson
Date: 08:38pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(sel) Maria Drew
Duty Stations: NPC, WRNMMC Bethesda, 2d MedBn, Naval Hospital 29 Palms, USS Fletcher (DD992)
Comments: I would like to say thank you to every person who helped me get here today. Without their support, guidance and motivation this moment would not have been possible. I only hope that I can keep passing on the knowledge and help mold our future Chiefs.
Date: 08:28pm
From: LSC(SW)(sel) Maurice Silva
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command
Comments: I am so happy to share my major milestone with the goat locker. I did not make it here by myself and I want to thank all of my Chiefs who helped me along the way. I look forward to paying this forward to my junior sailors in the future.
Date: 07:13pm
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Adolphus Hollis
Duty Stations: NR COMSEVENTHFLT
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has helped mold me along the way and especially to my father who has made me the man I am today.
Date: 06:55pm
From: CSC(Sel) Temeka Rudd
Duty Stations: Naval Station Norfolk Galley
Comments: Congratulations to all that made it. I would like to thank all of my mentors and junior Sailors that helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 05:43pm
From: MRC(SEL)(SW) Ryan Frierdich
Duty Stations: USS BOXER LHD-4, FRC NW, USS COMSTOCK LSD-45, SWOS ELS NORFOLK
Comments: Like to thank everyone that made this possible for me. My COCs that gave me the oppurtunity for leadership roles, and the people that have worked for me. Without them I would not have made.
Date: 05:26pm
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Kyle Winters
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S. TRUMAN CVN 75
Comments: Fy 15 selectee
Date: 04:12pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Cynethia Marsh
Duty Stations: Navy Medicine Training Support Center
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that took time out of their busy schedules to mentor and groom me throughout my career. Also, thank you to everyone I have ever worked with. I have learned something from each of you and would not be where I am today without you. Finally, thank you to my family for being understanding and supportive during this transition
Date: 03:56pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Peter M. Horn
Duty Stations: CSCSU Great Lakes, USS San Antonio LPD-17
Comments: I would like to say Thank You to all of the Chiefs who have helped me along the way.
Date: 09:44am
From: ETC(sel) David C. Knebel
Duty Stations: C7F- NOSC Ft.Worth
Comments: Congratulations to all FY15 selectees. My personal thanks to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have mentored, guided, lead, allowed me to lead, or prodded me along this Navy journey. I would also like to thank those sailors who have allowed me to mentor, guide, or lead them along their journey. Most of all I would like thank my wife Jhan, my son Daniel and my daughter Elyse; whos love; support and patience make all things possible.
Date: 08:05am
From: EAC(SCW)(Sel) Joab Cowell
Duty Stations: NPC
Comments: I have been honored to have so many good Chiefs that have mentored me and molded me to get to this point. Thank you for your time, it has not been wasted.
Date: 09:17pm
From: ETC(Sel) Stacie Price
Duty Stations: NAS Bermuda, NATC Pax River, U.S.S. Monongahela. NOSC Orlando - USW OPS Det AC
Comments: I would like to thank all of those who believed in me even when I didn't believe in myself. Those more senior to me guiding me and affording me the opportunities to succeed, those junior to me who perform so well, making my job so much easier and those beside me, lending their expert advice and assistance along the way. Rest in peace, ET1(SS) Brian Adams. ETC(Sel) Stacie Price USW OPS Det AC NOSC Orlando
Date: 08:32pm
From: HMC(SEL) Justin Viramontes
Duty Stations: ATG San Diego (USS JOHN S MCCAIN; SWMI; I MEF; BHC IWAKUNI; I FSSG)
Comments: I have had so many great leaders and some really great sailors let me lead them. They helped get me here, but with out the support and love of my family, especially that of my Wife Lena, I would have never made it this far.
Date: 07:58pm
From: MMC (SEL) Nolan Tiqui
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE (LSD 36), USS DULUTH (LPD 6), USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), AIMD SIGONELLA, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72)
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have helped me along the way and thank you to all those that I have served alongside with. I wouldn't be where I'm at today if it weren't for all of you. Thank you.
Date: 07:50pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) James O'Neal
Duty Stations: NPC, VFA-2, FRC West, CNATTU Oceana, USS Constellation (CV 64)
Comments: Congratulations to all select's in the fleet! I would like to thank the leaders and Sailors that have been there throughout my career, I owe my selection to all of you for guidance, devotion and strength. And it goes without mention that my family's love and support through the years have made me who I am to today, a special thanks goes to my wife Tiffany and my amazing sons Jason and Daniel. I am honored by my selection, but the journey does not stop here. I look forward to the years ahead!
Date: 07:33pm
From: NCC(SEL) Toni Debem
Duty Stations: VFA-14
Comments: This could not have happened without the great leaders in my life, amazing Shipmates and my wonderful family. Thank you all and congratulations to all my Brothers and Sisters!
Date: 06:14pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Jason C Wright
Duty Stations: VP-40
Comments: Thank you to all who have imparted knowledge on me to assist me in achieving this great milestone. I will continue to serve my Sailors the best I possibly can and pay forward the sucesss provided to me.
Date: 06:06pm
From: AOC(AW/SW)(SEL) Anthony L. Hedgpeth
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson, Naval Weapons Station Oceana
Comments: First of all I would like to say congratulations to all who were selected!! I would like to say thank you to all the Chiefs that have shown me exactly what kind of leader I want to be. Thank you for your mentoring and leading me in the right direction. I would also like to thank all the junior Sailors who helped me get to where I am today. I will never forget where I came from! Lastly, I would like to thank my family for all their support. It was a tough road, and I know that it isn't over yet, but with your continued support I can accomplish anything.
Date: 03:53pm
From: YNC(Sel) Hector Serrano
Duty Stations: COMSUBGRU 10
Comments: .
Date: 01:40pm
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Brian R Blocker
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS Enterprise, HSL46, HSL47, HSL48, SWRMCC
Comments: I would like to thank my family for supporting me and everyone who has helped me to get where I am today.
Date: 01:27pm
From: AWOC(NAC) (Sel) Mark A. Martens
Duty Stations: NOSC Memphis, NOSC Minneapolis, ASW DET AF, VP69, VR59, VP65, VP4, VP22
Comments: Thank you to everyone who had a part in guiding me toward my selection for Chief Petty Officer. It will be a great honor and privilege to be pinned, and I will wear those anchors with pride!
Date: 12:55pm
From: PSC(SEL) William Bermudez
Duty Stations: CCGS-10
Comments: Congratulation to all the CPO selectees! First of all I would like to thank my beautiful family for supporting me in my Naval career. Moreover, i would like to thank to all of those who have helped along to reach my dream of becoming a CPO. Thanks to all of CMC, Master Chiefs, Senior Chief and Chief onboard USS Harry S. Truman for all the training during this season or phase II! V/R PSC(SEL) William Bermudez
Date: 12:41pm
From: MAC(SEL) David William Brockmeyer
Duty Stations: NSAND GAETA, NSA BAHRAIN, NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND, NSA BAHRAIN, NAS LEMOORE
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that took time out of their busy schedules to mentor and groom me throughout my career. Also, thank you to everyone I have ever worked with. I have learned something from each of you and would not be where I am today without you. Finally, thank you to my family for being understanding and supportive during this transition.
Date: 11:23am
From: MAC(SW/AW) (Sel) Kenyatta D. Powell
Duty Stations: USS IWO JIMA, NSA SOUDA BAY, NSGA NORTHWEST ANNES, USS BATAAN, NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER PORTSMOUTH
Comments: I would like to thank all of the MCPO's, SCPO's, and CPO's who helped groomed me to reach this level. I also would like to thank all of the junior personnel who believed in our missions and completed the tasks.
Date: 10:37am
From: MAC (EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Patrick Smith
Duty Stations: MSS-7, MESRON 6, VQ4, FOL Comalopa, NASL
Comments: Congrats to all, this is an aviement that not all meet. I would like to thank all my chiefs that helped mentor me on my way, this could of never happened without your guidance and challenges. I want to thank all my brothers and sisters past and present, its never where you are but who you are with that makes the navy so great.
Date: 10:15am
From: FCC (SEL) Travius L. Caldwell
Duty Stations: USS HARPERS FERRY LSD(49), USS GERMANTOWN LSD(42), and COMFLEACT Yokosuka FSC
Comments: It is an extreme honor to be selected for promotion to the prestigious rank of Chief Petty Officer. With this milestone being accomplished so early in my Navy career there is no time to waiver. I know that there will be many challenges that will arise in my future, so staying humble and vigilant is a must. I am thankful for my supportive wife and friend Shoy for being the backbone that supports me in all my endeavors. I thank all of my junior sailors who over the years trusted and confided in me. Their loyalty and devotion to duty has allowed me to reap the benefits of not only mine, but there success as well. To all of my motivators and mentors who took interest in me and my career. Their loyalty never wavering, honesty, and personal perspectives through their experiences in life and the Navy have paid off tremendously. I will continue to make you all proud and pay it forward.
Date: 07:17am
From: HTC (Sel) Paul Moisan
Duty Stations: Surgemain, Manchester, NH
Comments: I respectfully request permission access the goat Locker website, to use as a resource to get wisdom and knowledge. Very Respectfully HTC (Sel) Paul Moisan
Date: 06:46am
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) SANTI V. RAPOSA
Duty Stations: MALS-24, VAQ-140, FRC Northwest, HSC-25
Comments: Coming from an underprivileged family background, the Navy really gave me a second chance in life. I am so honored to be a part of this exclusive fraternity and I still believe in this time-honored process of making a Chief. The CPO-365 process made me a better and stronger leader and its end result reaches far beyond my expectations.
Date: 01:43am
From: CSC (Sel) JOSEMILJOY ALINGIG
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS LPD-18
Comments: Million thanks to my previous and current leadership who mentored and guide me which made it all achievable. And special thanks to my family for all the support and believing me. Congrats to all FY15 CPO Selectees and hope to see you in the fleet.
Date: 12:47am
From: ATC(AW/SW) (SEL) Timothy Reutter
Duty Stations: AIMD MISAWA JA / CNATTU LEMOORE
Comments: I would like to thank my family. They have supported me from day one. My wife is my rock and I could not have done it without her. I would like to thank my Sailors. They got me where I am today. Their hard work was the reason I was selected. Thier blood, sweat, and tears allowed me to achieve my goal. Their success is my success. I have been blessed to work with some of the finest Sailors in the fleet. I would also like to thank many great Chief Petty Officers who mentored me in my career. All were great role models and I strive everyday to become just like them. They allowed me to become the leader I am today.
Date: 12:27am
From: ATC(SEL) Darren Heppler
Duty Stations: VFA 41
Comments: Congratulations to all my Brothers and Sisters for being selected! I would like thank my past and present leaders and Sailors for helping me to get where I am today, and especially to my leaders at TACAMO! There is no way I could have done this alone, my wife Heather and daughters Haley and Hannah have been there and supported me my entire career. I owe this selection to my Sailors. I strive to be the counselor, the educator, the doctor, the father, so that I can answer all the questions and provide a shoulder. I wil be there for you, I will be the Chief.
Date: 12:06am
From: OSC(SEL) Luis Torres Jr.
Duty Stations: USS John S. McCain(DDG-56); Navy Expeditionary Combat Command; Inshore Boat Unit 53; USNS Bridge (TAOE-10); 502 AOS/AON(PACROC); USS Russell (DDG-59)
Comments: It is an honor and a privilege to be selected. Thanks to all of my leadership, my sailors, and my beautiful family who has gotten me to this point. I also want to thank the Chiefs Mess on board "Big Bad John" through this Phase II training. It is and continues to be, an eye-opening experience! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 11:00pm
From: MAC(SEL) Zahul Puello
Duty Stations: USS STOCKDALE
Comments: The feeling of being selected to be a part of the Navy Chief Leagacy is incredible. This opprotunity would not be possible if not for God who has given me the strengh to endure and the wisdom to continue; the many men and women who have helped me to get where I'm at today and my family who has supported me through out my career. Thank you all and God bless. All I can do to repay my debt to everyone is to be the best Chief Petty Officer I can and help others to achieve their goals.
Date: 10:12pm
From: ETC(SW/AW) (SEL) Raymas Nathaniel Cahee
Duty Stations: SERMC, CVN-77, NRD NOLA, FFG-55, NATTC PCOLA, CVN-71
Comments: Thanks to all who helped me to get this far.
Date: 09:44pm
From: ATC(SEL) AW/SW Sherman Goodwin
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz, MALS-24 Hawaii, NATTC Pensacola, USS John F Kennedy
Comments: I would first like to thank my wife Caitlin and daughters Breanna and Alyssa for being my motivation and inspiration throughout my career. I would also like to thank all of the leaders who have provided me mentorship and guidance over the years and to the Sailors who have worked for me and always given 110%. Without them, I know that I would not be here today.
Date: 03:37pm
From: ETC(Sel) Chad Speed
Duty Stations: USS Albany, White House Communications Agency
Comments: I want to thank my family, all the Chiefs, and all of my Sailors that got me to where I am today.
Date: 02:37pm
From: FCC(SEL) (SW) Christopher Stastny
Duty Stations: LAKE CHAMPLAIN, NAS PATUXENT RIVER, ANTIETAM, NSA SOUDA BAY, NSA BAHRAIN, HAYLER
Comments: Congrats to all who have been selected this year. To the rest of the LKC Selectees we are doing this together. To my Chiefs and Sailors that have helped me get to this point, Thank You. There is no way we could have made it here with out your support.
Date: 12:25pm
From: NCC (SEL ) (AW) Sonya Comilia Lancaster
Duty Stations: NRD PHILADELPHIA
Comments: Fy15 CPO SELECTEE respectfully request permission to enter into the Goat locker.
Date: 12:12pm
From: HMC(Sel) Nicole Welch
Duty Stations: Co B, 4th AABN
Comments: I am very proud and humbled to be selected for Chief Petty Officer. Congratulations to all of the Selects and thank you to the sponsors and mentors who are guiding us through phase 2.
Date: 12:10pm
From: NCC(SEL) FRANKLIN ANDOH
Duty Stations: NRD SAN FRANCISCO, NRD JACKSONVILLE, NRD CHICAGO AND USS THACH FFG 43
Comments: I wanted to Thank my family for supporting me to get selected. I want to say Thank you to all the Chiefs that supported me and molded me. I can't really express how I feel. I'm just happy to be here.
Date: 09:34am
From: ETC(SEL) Kenneth Walton
Duty Stations: USS TENNESSEE (SSBN 734) (G)
Comments: Thankyou to my family for supporting me this far in my career! You have been there even when I wanted to quit. You have helped me understand where I need to grow and where I need to improve not only personally but professionally. Thank you!
Date: 07:26am
From: AMC(Sel) Clay Withrow
Duty Stations: VP-9, OMD Corpus Christi, CSFWL Det Beaufort SC, SEAOPDET Beaufort SC, FRCSE Det Mayport, USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7)
Comments: Thank you to my family for believing in me and standing by me throughout the years. You are the ones that pushed me to be the person I am. To all of the great leaders I have served under, Tthanks to you for seeing the potential and pushing me to be better than "the norm". Not so famous quote from a great Master Chief, "You do what you do to make it do what it does".
Date: 01:09am
From: BMC (SEL) Billi Nordhoff
Duty Stations: USS MESA VERDE
Comments: I am Chief (SEL) Nordhoff, on board USS Mesa Verde, it feels great to have been selected, it feels even better to set the example for the junior Sailor. I have gotten a lot of genuine congrats from the Sailors, friends and family, so thank you everyone who has helped and supported me.
Date: 12:58am
From: HMC(SEL)(FMF) Joshua McCullough
Duty Stations: NPC, III MEF, NBHC PANAMA CITY
Comments: I would like to thank HMC(FMF) Bardouille, HMCS(FMF) Brown for all the time and effort you spent with me to make me a better Sailor/Leader. Words cannot express my gratitude.
Date: 12:22am
From: BMC(SW)(sel) Ryan Abbott
Duty Stations: NPC Millington, USS New York and USS Nitze
Comments: Congratulations to all the selectees. I would like to thank my past and present leaders for helping me get where I am today. I also wouldn't be here if it wasn't for all of my junior personnel, their hard work and dedication helped me get here and I wouldn't have gotten here without them.
Date: 09:55pm
From: ITC(Sel)(IDW/SW/AW) Dameon Garber
Duty Stations: CTF76/CID LS SAN DIEGO
Comments: Congrats to all, see you on the deckplates!
Date: 08:54pm
From: ATC (AW/SW) (SEL) Blake W. Price
Duty Stations: NPC Millington, TN
Comments: I thank all of those who helped me get to the mess.
Date: 08:31pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Christopher L. Blakeman
Duty Stations: VRC-30, FRC West Site Ft Worth, USS Carl Vinson, FRCSW Site Pt Mugu
Comments: Congrats to all of the Selectees! There are so many I'd like to thank for helping me get to this point. My family and friends for always being there to support me. All of the Chiefs I've worked for in the past for mentoring and guiding me in the right direction. All of the Junior Sailors I've worked with. We accomplished everything by working together. There is no way I could have done any of it alone.
Date: 08:05pm
From: YNC(SS)(SEL) Michael W. Mason
Duty Stations: NPC, USSTRATCOM, COMPACFLT, COMUSFLTFORCOM, COMSUBGRU 9/10, Naval Reactors HQ, USS MAINE (SSBN 741)(BLUE)
Comments: Thank you to all who have helped me get to this honored point in my career. I did not do this alone.
Date: 07:38pm
From: NCC(sel) Bryan Whitehead
Duty Stations: USS EISENHOWER(CVN-69), MARMC, USS ROOSEVELT(CVN-71), USS GONZALEZ(DDG-66), BUPERS-3
Comments: It is an honor to be selected to Chief! I thank my family, leadership, and Sailors for achieving this huge milestone in my career. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 07:22pm
From: ATC (AW/SW) (SEL) Blake W. Price
Duty Stations: NPC Millington, TN
Comments: I thank all of those who helped me get to the mess.
Date: 06:39pm
From: AWOC(NAC/AW/SW) (SEL) Tammy R. Torres
Duty Stations: CVN-75, VP-1, FASO Norfolk, VP-26, CSCSU Dam Neck, MTOC-2
Comments: I want to thank all of the Sailors and mentors that helped me get here. Most of all I want to thank my Daughters for there support and sacrifice.
Date: 08:09am
From: STGC (SW) (SEL) Eran A. Haber
Duty Stations: USS LASSEN, USS STETHEM, NEGB Cuba
Comments: I would like to thank all of my past and present Junior Sailors for giving me the chance to learn and mentor you. Thank the past and present Chiefs too; you were all great mentors and supported me on my road to Chief! Thank you CMC McCown, STGCS Roberts and the Brett family!
Date: 02:53am
From: AMC(sel) Scott D. Hoehns
Duty Stations: VFA-113, VQ-3, AIMD Sigonella, VAQ-136, VQ-4
Comments: Thank you for all that have paved the way for me and everyone in this glorous NAVY.
Date: 01:44am
From: HMC (sel) (SW/FMF) Waukita Lewis
Duty Stations: Naval Expeditionary Medical Training Institute (NEMTI)
Comments: This journey would not have been possible without the support of my family, mentors, and junior Sailors! To my family, thank you for your endless support and sacrifices. You have encouraged me in all of my pursuits and inspired me to follow my dreams. Thank you for teaching me that my job in life was to learn, to be happy, and to know and understand myself; only then could I know and understand others. To my mentors, your guidance and support have brought me to a new place in my professional life. I am grateful that you have guided me and provided the necessary support that has been instrumental in my growth. Your ongoing source of "water" has helped me to "blossom" along this path of triumph. And to my junior Sailors, I am forever grateful! You all have supported me; you gave me a chance to lead you and learn from you. It is because of you that I have been selected as Chief Petty Officer!
Date: 12:35am
From: QMC(SEL)(SW/AW) Maria E Galvan
Duty Stations: USS MILIUS, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, NAVCOMBRIG MIRAMAR, USS HALSEY, USS RUSSELL
Comments: I'd like to start off by thanking my family for all their support they have showered me with all the way from Chicago. Thank you to all my juniors sailors, I definitely couldn't have done it without you. I am humbled by this opportunity and hope I make everyone in my life proud. I would like to thank everyone I've worked along side with, I've learn so much from our experiences together. Thank you to the MILIUS, BHR, HALSEY and especially RUSSELL Chief's Mess. I grow and learn something new everyday. CONGRATS TO ALL THE SELECTEES!
Date: 12:15am
From: GMC (SW) (SEL) Matthew B. Davis
Duty Stations: USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54, RTC Great Lakes, USS FARRAGUT DDG 99, USS FRANK CABLE AS40.
Comments: I am honored to be selected to become a member of the brotherhood of the CPO's Mess.
Date: 11:34pm
From: BMC(SEL) Anthony Ousley
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard LHD 6
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has served and continues to serve. I also would like to thank everyone who has helped me along the way.
Date: 09:51pm
From: SWC(SCW)(Sel) Antonio R. Chavezplata
Duty Stations: NMCB 133 Gulfport MS.; NMCB 74 Gulfport MS.; CBMU 303 Det Pearl Harbor, HI.; NMCB 133 Gulfport MS.; NRD Houston, NMCB 3 Port Hueneme, CA.
Comments: Thank you to all Chief’s that mentored and guided me in the right direction during my 17 years of service, thru the good times and the bad. I especially want to thank all my junior sailors because if it wasn’t for your hard work, dedication, ownership and motivation… I would not be here today. I definitely could not have gotten to this point without the support of my family and Chief's. Most of all I want to thank my beautiful wife for the tremendous support she has given me and what she does for our family each and every day while I am away... She is truly an amazing woman, wife, and mother. Congratulations to all selectee's
Date: 09:32pm
From: MAC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Jason Hernandez
Duty Stations: NRD DENVER, NAS SIGONELLA/Djibouti Africa (IA), JTF GTMO, Naval Station Norfolk Sewells Point Police Precinct, USS Doyle FFG39.
Comments: Congrat to all. Thank you to all who pave way. Special thanks to all those who mentor me in the past.
Date: 09:28pm
From: MAC (SEL) Brent Christensen
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Great Lakes
Comments: Congrats to all the selectees! I have to first thank my family for supporting me along this journey. Thanks to all of those Sailors who helped mold me into the Sailor I am today. Without those Sailors I would not have made it to this point. Thanks to all of my current and former Chain of Command and fellow Shipmates. I am looking forward to joining the mess!
Date: 06:15pm
From: YNC(SW) (SEL) Katherine Kurtz
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE, NCISHQ, COMPACFLT, OPNAV N80, FMB, NTTC MERIDIAN, NAVAL WAR COLLEGE
Comments: Congratulations to everyone who was selected! For those who were not this time around - keep pushing forward, don't give up. "You cannot discover new oceans unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore." Thank you to all the amazing sailors that helped me get here today. Thank you to all those who guided me, kicked me in the rear when I needed it and lifted me up when needed. My life is forever better because of each of you.
Date: 03:27pm
From: CMC(SCW/EXW) (SEL) Eric P. Reilly
Duty Stations: ACB 2, CBU 414, NSWDG, PHIBCB TWO, NMCB 11
Comments: I have been working for this for many years. I'd like to thank the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that guided me along the way and the troops that helped me get here. I look forward to the challenges ahead. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 01:55pm
From: EODC(SEL) EWS/FPJ RAYMOND M CURTIS
Duty Stations: NSCT-1, EODMU11, EODMU8, NAVSCOLEOD
Comments: I am proud to say that i am joining the world's finest fraternity! i also want to give thanks to all that help get me here, i couldn't have done it without you.
Date: 12:45pm
From: NDC(Sel)(DSW/SW) Robert Beaver
Duty Stations: AS-40 Frank Cable Apra Harbor, Guam; Consolidated Divers Unit San Diego,Ca; EODTEU One San Diego,Ca; Specialized Research and Diving Detachment Silverdale,Wa; EOD Mobile Unit Three San Diego,Ca
Comments: Congratulations to all Selectee's that made it!! Its good to soon be part of an amazing Brotherhood! Thanks to all the Chief's and Master Diver's that have helped me get here. Now it my turn to give back to all the knowledge given, to Sailors to help them along the journey! Hooyah Deep Sea!!
Date: 08:34am
From: AWFC(Sel)(NAC/AW) David M. Pangia
Duty Stations: VRC-40, VAW-120, VRC-30 Det-5, VRC-40, VRC-40 Sea Duty Component.
Comments: Congrats to all FY-15 Selects!! Also thank you to all those who supported me, whether Junior Sailor, Equal Peer, or honorable Chief, More honorable Senior Chief, or Most Honorable Master Chiefs. With out all of your hard work, persistance, and support I would not be here.
Date: 08:22am
From: CSC (SEL) (SW) ISAAC P. CABALLERO
Duty Stations: USS LASSEN, NLSO SW, USS PIONEER, USS ARDENT, USS CHIEF, COMNAVFORJAPAN, COMPLACFLT, CINUSNAVEUR, USS CONSTELLATION, USS WILLAMETTE
Comments: CONGRATS TO ALL OF THE FY-15 CPO SELECTEES!!!!
Date: 07:30am
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Karl Rozell
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN
Comments: " congrats to all that made it, and thank you to the ones that lead the way"
Date: 04:55am
From: ITC(SW)(Sel) Michael K. Gray
Duty Stations: USS KEARSARGE, COMNAVNETSPAOPSCOM, NETWARCOM, USS KAUFFMAN, NPC
Comments: Congrats to all FY15 Chief Selects.
Date: 01:49am
From: HMC(SEL) Joshua Akins
Duty Stations: 1st Med Ben, 1st FSSG/ NSHS San Diego/ FST3 San Diego/ NH Rota, Spain, 1st MLG, CLB 13
Comments: First and foremost I want to thank my Family for always supporting me, my junior sailors for getting me where I am today, as well as my Most Honorable and Exalted Master Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs, and Honorable Chiefs who I have had the privilege to be my leaders and mentors. Every day of the phase II process makes me more humbler and an even greater team player. I know through the guidance and mentorship that I still receive from my Mentors and my future Mess, I will be able to bestow the same knowledge and principles to my very own junior sailors. Thank you to all the North County Genuines for your consistent "Pearls of Wisdom"...
Date: 09:46pm
From: STSC(SS)(SEL) Mark D. Phelps
Duty Stations: USS SPRINGFIELD (SSN 761), USS MISSOURI (SSN 780), COMSUBGRU TWO, USS NORTH DAKOTA (SSN 784)
Comments: My Name is Mark Phelps. I have been an active duty Submarine Sonarman for 12 years now and this year I have been selected to Sonar Technician Submarines Chief Petty Officer. Eleven years ago I married my high school sweetheart Amanda and today we have three beautiful daughters, Delaney, Devyn, and Dylan. My many hobbies include riding my Harley, Fly Fishing, and carpentry. Honestly I owe my selection to the Chief of the Boat of the Good Ship North Dakota and my Senior Chief Cory Rodgers. The rounded out the true potential in me and pushed me in the right direction to succeed in developing an amazing and successful division. For that I am eternally grateful.
Date: 09:21pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Nigel R. Kissoon
Duty Stations: 2d Medical Battalion, U.S. Naval Hospital GTMO, 1st MARDIV 29 Palms, Naval Branch Health Clinic NSA Mid-South (Present duty station).
Comments: Good day everyone, Let me firstly say congratulations to all the Selectee's, it is a great accomplish in our career to be selected to be part of the most powerful and exclusive fraternity, the United States Navy Chief Petty Officer Mess. I will like to thank God, my family, my leaders and most of all my Sailors; without them I wouldn't be where I am today. I have been in the Navy for 10 years in the Hospital Corpsman rating a demanding, but very enjoyable job. To my fellow selectee brothers and sisters, "CONGRATULATIONS." V/r Nigel Kissoon.
Date: 01:39pm
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Alex Francisco Brache
Duty Stations: Current: FLEASWTRACEN Point Loma. Previous: USS Benfold DDG 65 (2012-2014), USS Stockdale DDG 106 (2010-2012), USS Donald Cook DDG 75 (2005-2010), USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN 71 (2004-2005)
Comments: Good morning All :) A little late at this but here it goes... We are a little over halfway through!!! It's been rough but fun and I know we can finish this strong. See you all on the other side come September 16th. Oh and by the way, I am an instructor over here at FLEASW Point Loma upstairs in the CIC Skills Area. We have the ASTAC and AIC courses within our building also if anyone needs a POC with that feel free to e-mail me.
Date: 12:06pm
From: CEC(Sel) Eric G. Montis Jr
Duty Stations: NCG 2
Comments: ood Morning and CONGRATS!!!! My name is Eric Montis I have been in the Navy for 12 years and was just selected to Chief Petty Officer. I am married to my wife April and we have 3 boys Logan (5yrs) and Landen and Liam (3yrs TWINS).We are currently stationed at NCG 2 out of Gulfport, MS. My hobbies include working out, ridding my harley and spending time with my family. My wife likes to hangout at the beach and bake. My boys love to play and EAT!!! lol I owe my selection the amazing troops I have had to pleasure to work with and lead and to my mentors and chain of command and most impoartantly the support of my wife at home with out all of the above I would not be were I am today. I am excitted during this process and cannot wait to get accepted and become one the mess and continue to learn. Thank you and have a great Navy day CEC(Sel) Eric Montis
Date: 08:02am
From: ETC(EXW/SW/AW/PJ)(Sel) Jonathan Beard
Duty Stations: USS CONSTELLATION; FMP MOCC EPAC; APSPAC; JCU; NCISS Latina, Italy
Comments: I have been selected to be among the most honorable and exclusive group: The United States Chief Mess. I owe my selection to every Sailor that I have ever interacted with throughout my career. Without your guidance, impression and mutual respect; I would not be where I am today. Thank you and I can't wait to work with all of you.
Date: 06:44am
From: YNC(SEL) Devon Arevalos
Duty Stations: USS Columbia
Comments: Aloha, I was just selected for YNC FY15 onboard the mighty USS Columbia. V/R, YNC(SEL) Devon Arevalos
Date: 06:42am
From: FTC(SEL) Sean Little
Duty Stations: USS Columbia
Comments: Aloha, I was just selected for Chief FY15. V/R, FTC(SEL) Sean A. Little
Date: 01:57am
From: CTNC(sel) Lisa Uilani Vita
Duty Stations: NIOC North Island, NIOC Hawaii, JCSE, PACOM, NCTS Naples Italy, MNFI Iraq, JTF-GTMO
Comments: I would like to thank my mom and dad for teaching me the meaning of hard work. I would like to thank my friends for always being there for me. I would like to thank the God and the team of angels looking out for me. I would like to thank my Chiefs for inspiring me to do more. And I would like to thank all the service members that I have come in contact with for helping me get to this point in my career. Very Respectfully, CTNC(sel) Lisa Uilani Vita
Date: 01:42am
From: YNC(SEL) Marcus Perkins
Duty Stations: Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport
Comments: Thank you to all Genuine Chiefs who I've served with and have passed on their knowledge to me and set me up for success. Special thanks to my two mentors who have guided me throughout my career: YNCS Nate Smith and YNC Gregory Stubbs. I am forever indebted to both of you and thankful for the wisdom you've given me. Now it's time for me to pay it forward and develop my Sailors to become future Chiefs.
Date: 10:07pm
From: HMC(SW) (Sel) Trina J. Davenport
Duty Stations: NHCNE NEWPORT, NNMC, EMF KUWAIT CAMP PENDLETON DET, USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20), WRNMMC
Comments: First and foremost , I would like to thank my family and friends for always believing in me. My husband, Mikey, and children, Tia, Trey, Tatyana and Jaiden for always being so supportive and understanding. I also owe a debt of gratitude to all of my Sailors, mentors and Chiefs. I wouldn't be here without your support and motivation. Congratulations to all FY-15 CPO selectees!
Date: 08:28pm
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) Nicholas Josiah Schweich
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Comments: I have been in since May 2005. This was my first time up for Chief.
Date: 05:35pm
From: ABHC(SEL)(AW/SW) John W. Jacob
Duty Stations: Norfolk Naval Station Air Operations
Comments: Congrats to all those who made it this year. Thank you to all of the genuine Chiefs and shipmates that have helped me get here. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 02:50pm
From: MMC(SS/SW) (Sel) Joshua J. Clarke
Duty Stations: USS OHIO (B) PRESENT, USS CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI SSN 705, USS FRANK CABLE AS-40, USS PASADENA SSN 752
Comments: I would like to thank my family, My wife Marissa Clarke, and my sons Dawson and Lucas, I Would also like to thank all the men and women that I have served with that have taught me everything that I know weather they where the good chiefs or the bad ones I learned from you all. v/r MMC (sel) Clarke
Date: 01:34pm
From: ETC(SEL)(SCW/SW) Daniel Tapia
Duty Stations: NMCB 74, USS Yorktown(CG-48), USS John Hancock(DD-981), MCM Crew Conflict
Comments: Thank you for all the Chiefs and troops that made me what I am today. Your the reason I was selected.
Date: 01:32pm
From: PSC (SEL) PEDRO YADER OROCHENA
Duty Stations: PSD GULF PORT
Comments: One of the greatest thing that happen to me is that thanks to everyone under and above me i was selected for chief, and i would never forget where i came from.
Date: 12:43pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Luke Akright
Duty Stations: AIMD Atsugi, HSL-51, SERCC, VS-21
Comments: Thanks to all the sailors that helped to raise me up and push me up to reach the height of a Selected Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy. I especially want to thank my lovely wife Blanca and son Adrian. Congratulations to all CPO Selectees.
Date: 12:01pm
From: CTTC(SEL) (IDW/SW) Richard Gargan
Duty Stations: USS Ticonderoga(CG-47), USS Russell(DDG-59), NIOC Colorado
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Sailors that I worked closely with because they are the reason why I am in the position that I am in right now. I will continue to fight for you and help you be the best Sailor that you can be. I would also like to thank many Chiefs that have guided me, "trained" me, and also got me to this point. I can think of so many that have helped me but the Chiefs that were directly above me while I was LPO are: CTTCM Danny Childers, Ret. CTTCM Sam Olmstead CTTCS John Longley, Ret. CTTCS Matthew Saxton CTTCS Steve Boss CTTCS Travis Trask CTTC Bryan Darling CTTC Jeremia Hall CTTC Charles Gousha
Date: 09:41am
From: ITC(SEL)(IDW/SW) Greg Schreiner
Duty Stations: NCTS Sicily, USS Princeton, NCTS Naples
Comments: Many thanks goes out to all the Sailors who have been with me every step of the way to reach this point! I would also like to thank the CPO Mess and the great men and women within it who taught me all the important lessons necessary to be here today. Finally, I want to thank my wife and my family who supported me and stood by me through the years.
Date: 08:41am
From: ADC(sel) (AW/SW) Rodel B. Delosreyes
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA (LHA 6), NRD MIAMI, VFA-81, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY, NRD SAN FRANCISCO, VQ-1, USS ESSEX, USS BELLEAU WOOD
Comments: First and foremost , I would like to thank God Almighty for his blessings. I owe it to my Family, my wife Jessica and my kids Angelya, Jade and Anthony. I also owe a debt of gratitude to all men and women whom I served with, they are the reason where I am today and I would like to pay it forward. Congratulations to all the FY15 CPO selectees. Enjoy and God Bless!
Date: 04:40am
From: AZC(AW) (SEL) Bradley Shuhart
Duty Stations: AIMD Atsugi
Comments: Thank you to all the sailors that worked for me and got me to this point. Also thank you to all the Genuines that helped guide me to this point of my career.
Date: 04:21am
From: LSC(SEL) (AW/SW/SCW) AARON WINN
Duty Stations: USS BUSH CVN 77, 25TH NCR, VFA-83, SCRMC INGLESIDE, TX, SIMA INGLESIDE, TX, USS GARY FFG 51, USS THACH FFG 43
Comments: Congrats to all. Remember to have fun and learn as much as you can. Always remember what got us here. We are a team, and we must utilize eachother to the best of our abilities. Stay blessed.
Date: 03:00am
From: FCC(SEL) McKinley Fitzpatrick
Duty Stations: USS CURTS FFG 38, USS RUSHMORE LSD 47, CSCS DET WEST, USS MCCLUSKY FFG 41, COMLCSRON ONE
Comments: First and foremost, I'd like to thank God for His grace and mercy. I owe this honor to my wife Cormellia and my children McKinley IV, Mason and Matthew for their steadfast support during this 14 year journey. I owe a debt of gratitude to the men and women whom I've served with, senior and subordinate, that are responsible for the man, sailor and leader that I am today.
Date: 02:36am
From: MMC(sel)(SS) Jonathan R. McDonald
Duty Stations: USS Philadelphia, NPTU Charleston, USS Dallas
Comments: Congrats to all selectees.
Date: 01:35am
From: MAC(SCW) (SEL) Clayton R. Hewitt
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island, CFA Okinawa, NCIS Middle East Field Office Bahrain, Naval Post Graduate School, Roosevelt Roads, P.R.
Comments: Thank you to everyone who helped me in being selected. All the leaders who pushed me to do more than the minimum and to challenge myself. There are too many to list, but a few that stand out and were there as I started to really understand leadership and responsibility: Q, Teyo, Zach Hough, MAC Hernandez (Javier) and MAC Covarrubias. Thank you to my wonderful and loving wife. You are the one I can always count on to get me through tough times. You supported me 100% through the last nine years and put up with my long hours and "off days" doing command/volunteer events. You have always accepted "it's for us" as a valid excuse and though we have had our ups and downs because of it, you stayed by my side without faltering. The journey is far from over and I am 100% sure we will have more "it's for us" days (like the next six weeks), but I know you will be there for me and that is what gets me through. My selection to Chief is as much yours as it is mine, I love you honey!"
Date: 11:22pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Joshua Faber
Duty Stations: NRD Minneapolis, USS Momsen, USS Shiloh, PHNSY IMF, USS Port Royal
Comments: I would like to thank all my chiefs through out the years that I have worked with and learned from.
Date: 11:01pm
From: CTNC (IDW) (SEL) Robert Jones
Duty Stations: PEP Ottawa
Comments: Congrats to all and a special thanks to YNCM Eric Townsend, CTRCS John Franklin, CTRC Jeff Taylor, CTNCM Rob Brashear and a few others, whom have played a role in getting me here.
Date: 10:27pm
From: CSC(SS)(SEL) RAMIRO F BENITEZ
Duty Stations: NRD DALLAS
Comments: I would like to extend my thanks to all the chief's, senior chief's and master chief's that have trained me and mentor me throughout my carrer and that never gave up on me. The guidence they gave me is what got me to this point that i am living. So once again THANKS.
Date: 09:00pm
From: ETC (SW/AW/IDW) (SEL) Vanessa N Green
Duty Stations: USNS Mount Baker T-AE 34, USS Harry S Truman (CVN-75), CSCS LS DET East, USS George H W Bush (CVN-77), SPAWARSYSCEN PACIFIC DETACHMENT TACTICAL NETWORK READINESS GROUP TWO
Comments: Thank you to all those who have impacted my career. Although I am unable to name them all a few of them are: ETCM Beth Holtz YNC Tracy Davis YNCM Darrin Bobbitt NCCM Mary Burroughs-Gray ETCS Dale Hastings (Ret) ITC Clarence Hall ABHCS Anthony Alexander ITC Corey Stokes ITCS Craig Harris CSC Tiffinie Porch (Ret) ETC Jeremy Frisbey Thanks again to everyone even if I didn't mention you by name!
Date: 08:47pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Jason D. Stoddard
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas
Comments: First I would like to thank all the Chiefs who have mentored and guided me. I couldn't have done it with out your help. Second I would like to congratulate all the Selects for 2015.
Date: 08:46pm
From: YNC(SEL) Laundrae Easter
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78)
Comments: First I would like to thank God for blessing me with achieving one of my personal goals in the Navy. Next I would like to thank all the Sailors I led and all the Sailors I followed for instilling those values that got me to this point. To my mentors YNC Demaree and YNC Wood, thanks for continuing to push me even when I didn't want to be pushed.
Date: 08:23pm
From: CSC (SW/AW) (SEL) CINDY MARIE GARZA
Duty Stations: USS BAINBRIDGE (DDG-96)
Comments: I would like to thank all those whom have helped me on this great journey: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) CSCM Jio, CSCS Del, CSC Porch,CSC Davis PRESIDENTIAL FOOD SERVICE CSCM Dupree, CSCM Aroboleda, CSCM Sanares, CSCM Marsh, CSCM Harris, CSCS Newbold, CSCS Rubio, CSCS Mcanaw, CSCS Laforteza, YNCS Timko, CSCS Valdez, CSC Dripps,CSC Lalatag, CSC Narranjo, this is just to name a few. DDG-96 CMDCM NUNLEY, EMCM Fanning, CSCS Moore, STGCS Nordin, GSCM O'Hara, OSCS Allison, ISCS Kline, FCCS Nicholls, PSCS Reece-Roach, FCCS Greene, GMCS Stout, QMC Lehnen, DCC Mullen, ETC Gulbranson, ETC Hannah, CTTC Dye, BMC Becker, FCC Cook, ENC Perry, QMC townsend, STGC Moorman, GSEC Hagan, MMC Gibson, ITC Burgin, FCC Philips, GMC Brinkley, BMC Rodriguez. Thank you to all that have encouraged and told me to keep going.
Date: 07:48pm
From: PSC(AW)(SEL) Christopher Degothsier
Duty Stations: NRD MI, DMCA Iraq, PSD WASH DC, VR-1, NMCRC Lehigh Valley, NRC Ft. Dix
Comments: Finally I'm here and it is very humbling. First I would like to thank my family. I also would like to thank all of the Sailors who have worked for me, beside me, and over me as well as those who have guided me along the way. Master Chief Eggert, Senior Chief Degraaf, Chief Jirkovski as well as many others that help me along the way. I could never have made it here without your Help and direction through the good and the bad times. There is nothing better then right now! Thank you all that I have work with and have help me to this point!
Date: 07:32pm
From: MAC(SEL) Javier Santiago
Duty Stations: Marine Corps Security Force Battalion
Comments: Congrats to all FY15 Selectees.
Date: 06:50pm
From: LSC (SW/SCW/AW) (SEL) CARLOS MARTINEZ
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, VFA-115, CBMU 303, USS GARY FFG-51, CSS LS SD
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family for their support, they have always being there since the beginning. Second, I thank the junior sailors that I have served with, you've worked so hard with pride and dedication, continue to press on. Finally, I would like to thank two great shipmates that have mentored and guided me since working with them LSCS (SW/SCW) (RET) MARIANO, ARCEO and LSC (SW/AW) ALBERTO, BENTON.
Date: 04:24pm
From: CTIC(IDW/NAC/AW)(SEL) Mindy Gates
Duty Stations: CIDU Monterey
Comments: I'd like to congratulate all of this year's selectees. I've waited 17.5 years for this day. I want to thank my family for the support that they have provided throughout my journey in the Navy. I would also like to thank the shipmates and mentors that have helped me along the way; keeping me on the right path. I'd also like to say a special thank you to ADC(Ret) Yakel for passing on his anchors to me upon retirement, it meant a lot to me, especially coming from a Chief outside of a CT rating.
Date: 10:18am
From: CSC (SW/AW)(SEL) Fabian J. Gutierrez
Duty Stations: Joint Forces Staff College Current command. Carrier Strike Group Two Previous command.
Comments: I would like to thank YNCS Antista and CSCS Amador for your guidance and mentoring. You bought helped me become who I am today. Thank you.
Date: 11:22pm
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Jarrod Knight
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 102
Comments: Congrats to All.
Date: 11:03pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) William D. Hickman
Duty Stations: NSWG-3
Comments: Congrats to all FY15 Selectees.
Date: 09:52pm
From: LSC(SW) (SEL) Alain Sue
Duty Stations: USS COLE
Comments: Congrats to all SELECTEES
Date: 07:11pm
From: MMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Steven DeRooy
Duty Stations: USS NASHVILLE LPD-13, USS HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75, NSSA RMC, (PROSPECTIVE) MCM MAINTENANCE DET BAHRAIN
Comments: Congratulations to all selected. I would like to thank the various Chiefs that have mentored me throughout my career. MMCM Duffy MMCM J.D. Gardner (rusty) MMC Lee Ferguson MMC Jeff Wunsch ATC Ernest Black MMC Nate Robinson ENC Nate Farahkhan
Date: 06:50pm
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) Charles M. Genzler
Duty Stations: SWOS ELS Norfolk, USS Mitscher (DDG-57), NAVSTA NORVA Emergency Management, USS Cole (DDG-67), USS Caron (DD-970), USS Estocin (FFG-15), USS Cape St. George (CG-71)
Comments: I am thankful for my daughters for being my motivation to continue to push forward. And I thank all the Chief's past and present that have had an impact on my life and career.
Date: 06:37pm
From: EMC(SEL) Daniel Holmes
Duty Stations: SWOSCOLCOM
Comments: I want to thank my family and past/present sailors I worked for and worked for me that helped me get to this goal. I only hope that I will make them proud.
Date: 06:10pm
From: ITC (IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Jonathan R. Bohard
Duty Stations: CVN-76, LPD-5, CYBERSPACE, CVN-74
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who have spent the time and energy to assist me along the way.
Date: 05:40pm
From: CTNC(IDW/SW) (SEL) S. Aaron Topp
Duty Stations: Souda Bay, Crete; COMSIXTHFLT; NSGA Fort Meade; PACOM JIOC; NIOC Hawaii; NCWDG; NIOC Maryland; NIOC Hawaii
Comments: Just as so many Chiefs guided and mentored the FY-15 Selectees throughout the years, it is now our time to step up to that mantle and provide that same deckplate leadership to the Sailors we are responsible for.
Date: 03:41pm
From: MRC(SW)(SEL) Ryan R. Frierdich
Duty Stations: SWOS ELS NORFOLK
Comments: Congrats to Everyone who made it this year. And also I would like to thank everyone who gave me this opportunity to be here.
Date: 02:08pm
From: ADC(SEL) CHRISTOPHER POLK
Duty Stations: HSC-22
Comments: Hello Brothers And Sisters I most humblely require your knowledge.
Date: 01:43pm
From: MMC(SEL) Juan A. Garcia
Duty Stations: JBSA Fort Sam Houston
Comments: Congratulations to all of the selectees. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!!
Date: 01:04pm
From: MMC(SEL) Andres T Castillo Jr
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN-75), NPTU CHARLESTON MTS 626, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71)
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow FY-15 CPO Selectees! We couldn't have done it without the support of friends and family as well as all the hardworking sailors that gave us the opportunity to obtain this life changing goal! Thank everyone that played a role in my development throughout my career!
Date: 12:58pm
From: ETC(SW/AW/EXW) (SEL) William T. Rich
Duty Stations: CPRG, USS Makin Island, SBT-12, SWRMC, USS Boxer, USS Essex, USS Belleau Wood
Comments: Thank you to all of the chiefs that helped me get here. ETCM Ritch and ITCM Oconer, it would have been a much more difficult trip here without your leadership.
Date: 12:27pm
From: ADC (AW)(SEL) Horacio Ramirez
Duty Stations: VFA-25, FRC WEST, VFA-2, VAQ-141
Comments: I will like to thank my family for putting up with all the sacrifices, to allow me to get to this pont of my carreer, also I will like to thank all my junior troops in the Line Shack, its because your hard work and dedication that has gotten me to become a CHief Slect, thank you.
Date: 10:44am
From: YNC(SEL) Kim Husser
Duty Stations: ACU FIVE
Comments: Congrats to all!
Date: 02:51am
From: MAC(SW/AW) (SEL) Krista L. Vargas
Duty Stations: Naval Base Coronado, Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, Naval Air Facility Atsugi, CNRSW, USS Belleau Wood, USS Essex, USS Pearl Harbor
Comments: First off, I want to thank my family who have made many sacrifices to support me. Thank you to all the Sailors who have helped me along the way and leaders who always had faith in me. Congrats to all FY-15 Selectees!
Date: 01:59am
From: ABEC(AW/SW) (SEL) Brandan L. Neely
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70), NAS MERIDIAN, USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN-75)
Comments: Thanks to all who have helped me reach this massive goal of mine. That means my family, all the junior sailors that I have mentored, peers, and Chief's that have contributed to this selection, I truly appreciate your hard work and sacrifices.
Date: 12:33am
From: ABHC(Sel) William Feely Jr
Duty Stations: USS JOHN F KENNEDY (CV-67), NAS WHITING FIELD, USS WASP (LHD-1), USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73), HSM-40, USS ESSEX (LHD-2), USS BOHOMME RICHARD (LHD-6)
Comments: Thankful for my family's support along the way they made it possible to mentor and teach and train young sailors. thank you!!
Date: 09:57pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Raymond Cortes
Duty Stations: USS JOHN S. McCAIN (DDG-56); AEGIS TRAREDCEN Dahlgren, VA; USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG-93)
Comments: I am extremely thankful and I feel blessed to have achieved this milestone in my naval career. I'd like to thank my family and friends for always being supportive and helping me along the way, especially my wife Ana and my daughters. Thank you to all the Chiefs that helped me along the way and continue to do so.
Date: 09:20pm
From: CTRC (EXW/IDW/SW) (SEL) Michael Curtis
Duty Stations: JSOC Intelligence Brigade
Comments: I cant thank the leadership and Sailors thus far in my career for this accomplishment. My Family and beautiful wife that have supported me the whole way. Although I am extremely excited the hard work just started and I am embracing the process with my fellow selectees and taking in everything we can.
Date: 08:34pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Craig Scott Leigan
Duty Stations: VFA-86, CSFWP, VFA-195, VFA-125, NMCB-15, VFA-27
Comments: I have waited 19 long years for this, 8 of those as a First Class. Now that it is finally here it is very humbling. I would like to thank all of the Sailors and Marines who have worked for me, beside me, and over me as well as those who have guided me along the way. CAPT Gary Mace, ATCS(Ret) John Demartine, AFCM Kevin Subbert, AVCM Chris Marcuzzo, YNC(Ret) James Campos, ASC(Ret) Dave Dougherty, AMCS Gary Leegard, and so many others. I could never have made it here without your guidance as well as the support of those who I have led along the way. This is truly the high point of my naval career. Thank you all.
Date: 08:30pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Norris Thurmond
Duty Stations: ACU 5 Det C
Comments: I would like to first thank my family. Without their patience and understanding I would not be here. I especially would like to thank my shipmates who helped me along the way and kept me pointed in the right direction when I wanted to go left. Their support and direction enabled me to achieve this special honor, couldn't have done it alone.
Date: 05:49pm
From: STGC(SW)(SEL) Matthew J. Massetti
Duty Stations: USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93), NOPF DAM NECK, USS ELROD (FFG 55)
Comments: I would first like to thank my awesome wife Heather, my son Maxwell and my daughter Lily. Without them I wouldn't be here. I would also like to thank my current and past chain of command on the CHUNG-HOON. Thank you Dave Gibson, Mike Pawelczyk, Chris Detje, Ben Rushing, Tom Davidson, Steve Wilkerson, and Marcus Rodgers. Thank you Walter Ottaway, Steve O'Brian, Mike Lambert, and Jaime Martinez. And last but certainly not least, my grandfather Eino Massetti. You were my inspiration for joining the Navy and you are my driving force constantly pushing myself and trying to get better everyday.
Date: 05:47pm
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Leon D. Qualls
Duty Stations: USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70), Naval Medical Center San Diego, GSA Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, USS MICHAEL MURPHY (DDG 112), USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93)
Comments: I am grateful to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who motivated and inspired me to work hard to get where I am today. I'm thankful to my Sailors who without their hard work and dedication, I would not be where I am. Thankful to my family for the unwavering support they have provided me over the years through thick and thin. Lastly I'm thankful for the Navy giving me the opportunity to succeed in the first place. The best decision I have made in my life up until now has been joining and everyday continues to be a blessing.
Date: 03:44pm
From: ISC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Matt Bottazzo
Duty Stations: CIDUSD
Comments: I am incredibly thankful for the honor of being selected. I am grateful to my family and the mentorship of my Chiefs through out my career. I am especially grateful to the continued guidance that I've received from ISCM Shropshire all these years. Without her guidance, I would most likely not be where I am today.
Date: 02:32pm
From: HMC(SS/FMF)(SEL) David Crawford
Duty Stations: USS TENNESSEE (SSBN 734)(BLUE)
Comments: So thankful for this! I definitely could not have gotten to this point without the support of my family and the Chief's I have had the privilege of serving for. Most of all I want to thank my wife for the tremendous support she has given me and what she does for our family while I am away. She is truly a remarkable woman, wife, and mother. I also want to thank YNC Stolarczyk, a truly awesome leader and role model. All the Chief's have given me something to help get me here today and I want to thank them for that.
Date: 01:58pm
From: GSEC(SW) (SEL) JAME SOURIYAVONGSA
Duty Stations: USS CHAFEE (DDG-90)
Comments: It's been rough seas and heavy winds but the sun has finally shined bright and calmed the storm. I've made it to where I am today with support from everyone I have met and I will definitely make it further with their continued support plus additional support from the people that I will meet. My sails get stronger as I learn more and more, for I can't control the winds, but I can definitely control my sails. Thank you to everyone who I've met throughout my life, you have helped mold me into the person I am today.
Date: 11:27am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) NICK BOKAN
Duty Stations: USS SAMPSON, CENSECFOR PH, LCS SUW DET ONE
Comments: Wouldn't have made it to where I am today without the support from my family and shipmates.
Date: 11:04am
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Keona M. Ellis
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLCJ
Comments: Thank God for this honor. I am truly blessed to have been selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I will continue to lead my sailors and ensure they have the tools to succeed. I am learning so much and I look forward to carrying on the Traditions and Heritage of the "The Chief". Congratulations to all that were selected!
Date: 10:20am
From: AOC(AW/SW)(SEL) Marlon Bell
Duty Stations: current:RTC Great Lakes/previous: USS George Washington
Comments: Thanks to all the Chiefs who challenged, mentored and guided me through thus far; I would not have been selected without you!! You all know who you are!! It's a honor and a privilege to join and work along side you in the Chiefs Mess!!!
Date: 07:14am
From: GSMC(sel) Laron S. Godwin
Duty Stations: SUBTORPFAC, USS Ross, NRD OHIO, USS Vella Gulf, USS Donald Cook, USS Cole
Comments: I would like to thank every one I have the pleasure to serve with. You have made a impact on my career at some point for me reach this milestone. To my first Chief, GSMC(SW)(RET) Kirk Hepner thank you for everything you taught. You forced me learn, teach and apply it. All the guys that have ever worked for me and with me thank you. You are a big part of the reason this has happened to me.
Date: 01:45am
From: OSC (SEL) Joseph Arruda
Duty Stations: USS Germantown/CTF 67/USS Cowpens/USS Curtiswilbur/CSCS DET Yokosuka/C7F
Comments: Thank God for everything he has done and to my family for putting up with me and my naval career. Also all the mentors I have and had that guided me and made me into the sailor I am today, and I cannot forget every shipmate that helped me get here today because you all had a part even if you don’t realize it and I thank you.
Date: 01:20am
From: YNC(Sel) Cotina Harper
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE H. W. BUSH (CVN77)
Comments: God is so good and I'm only here b/c of His favor. I'm thankful for all the Sailors that led me and that allowed me to led them. Special thanks to YNCM (Ret) Franklin Clay who told me where to go everytime I was up for orders. Another one to my family for just being who God created you to be and standing by me for these last 14 years. Love you guys mean it.
Date: 11:47pm
From: ATC(AW)(Sel) Jake Kauffman
Duty Stations: VAW-120/VAW-112/CNATTU Norfolk/VAW-125
Comments: I want to thank my family for their never ending support even when the schedule doesn't allow me to spend the time I would like with them. I also want to thank the leaders who guided me, my Sailors who worked for me, and my peers that worked along side me for the assistance, guidance, and motivation to continue putting my best foot forward each and every day. Last, I want to thank my mentors. I've had so many throughout the years, but Travis Gallo and Tracey Bascus are owed my biggest thanks. If not for Travis taking me under his wing, I would have walked away from the Navy long ago and if Trey had not helped me, I never would have succeeded as a First Class Petty Officer. For the too many to call out specifically by name, I give my deepest appreciation.
Date: 11:00pm
From: NCC(SEL) JOSUE CHERY
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN-73, NAVY RECRUITING DISTRICT MIAMI, USS GARY FFG-51, USS MCCAMPBELL DDG-85, USS LASSEN DDG-82, STRIKE FIGHTER SQUADRON THREE- SEVEN VFA-37, DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE AGENCY (DIA)
Comments: I WANT TO THANK MY WIFE FOR HER SUPPORT IN EVERYTHING THAT I HAVE DONE IN MY CAREER, ALL THE SAILORS THAT I HAVE INFLUENCED, MY MENTOR YNC (RET) WILLIAM S. NELSON AND ALL THE CHIEFS THAT HAS PLAYED A PART IN MY LIFE. MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE MOST HIGH JESUS CHRIST.
Date: 08:38pm
From: ENC(SEL) Travis Steed
Duty Stations: USS OAK HILL LSD 51, USS ASHLAND LSD 48, SBT-20, SWOS ELS NORFOLK
Comments: I would like to thank my family, and everyone that has helped me along the way.
Date: 08:33pm
From: CTRC(Sel) Patrick Sherlock
Duty Stations: CSG STRATCOM,USS ESSEX, NIOC SUGAR GROVE
Comments: Congratulation to all FY15 Selects.
Date: 02:16pm
From: DCC(SEL) MARK KRYGER
Duty Stations: USS CHAFEE (DDG-90)
Comments: I am thankful to my Wife and daughter, all family members and all of the CPO's along for this journey in my life. It is a great achievement, and i fill humble and proud. Just want to say thank you to all.
Date: 02:16pm
From: HTC(SEL) Tabitha Hodge
Duty Stations: USS San Antonio, NNSY FMA, USS Nitze, USS Forrest Sherman, MARMC/SIMA Norva
Comments: I just want to thank my family for all the support they have given me throughout the years and to those who I have worked for and with throughout the years thanks for all the lessons and guidance. We did it!!!!
Date: 07:39am
From: CTTC(SW/AW) (SEL) Justin Brown
Duty Stations: USS SAN ANTONIO/SPAWAR SPACE FIELD ACTIVITY/NIOC GEORGIA/NIOC MARYLAND/BGS-408 KINGS BAY/USS GONZALEZ
Comments: Thanks for the support and guidance from FCC Erik Metz, LSCS Hampton, CTTC Jason Loftin, and CTTC Daniel Tisinger. Special shout out to SMSgt (ret) J.D. Morris for his mentorship. And most especially, the love of my life for 14 years, Amy Brown. I love you!
Date: 06:53am
From: EMC (Sel) Roel Villasin
Duty Stations: USS COWPENS / USS ANTIETAM / USS PELELIU / ARCO ARDM 5 / USS BOXER / USS FORT McHENRY
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank the lord our God and to my family for the support and guidance throughout my naval career. Also to my mentors that helped shape me and make me into the Sailor that I am. I would have never gotten to this point in my career without each and every shipmates that I've had the pleasure to serve with. I am proud and honored to be part of something this big.
Date: 12:53am
From: ABEC(AW/SW) (SEL) TAIWO ODUNAYO SAMSON
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN 73
Comments: I am very thankful to my wife and my sons for their unwavering supports, sacrifices and the unconditional love they have gave me over the years, I am very grateful to you, my wife for the unparallel sacrific ... es you have make toward this moment, you are my rock! I will never forget these leaders that brought me up in the Navy and those that have assisted and ushered my steps along the way; CDR Edgeworth (My First ALRE Bosn) CDR Villegas (My Second ALRE) Master Chief Rush Marion III (My first Div LCPO in 1999) Master Chief Clayton John Retired Senior Chief Ang Retired Senior Chief Lockwood Retired Senior Chief Fitzpatrick Retired Senior Chief Decusin Retired Senior Chief Lopez, Sony Retired Chief Bullock Anthony These leaders significantly contributed to my early success in the Navy. Thanks to all of you for your deckplate leadership and mentorship. To the following leaders, my trillion thanks to you for given me the opportunity to excel and putting me in Chiefs’ Uniforms; Senior Chief Thomas Soji Senior Chief Showers, Michael (Big Show) Senior Chief Johnson Adrian ABEC Angel Dave Master Chief Hyatt, Alvin Master Chief Marcella Master Chief Schaefer Jason ENS Martinez, Luis (Prospective G. Bush ALRE) CWO4 Well, Alonzo (TR Bosn) LT Coughlin, Brian (Former GW Bosn) CWO2 Bitor Alfredo (My current Bosn) All of you absolutely make me understand a lot more of my favorite quote that says “How you looks depend on where you go”. Thank you for the trust, confident and your absolute commitment to my success. God bless you and your family. To my Mom, Dad, Brothers and Sisters back home, my sincere thanks to all of you for your stanch supports, I am very grateful to all of you.
Date: 09:12pm
From: ADC(SEL) Donald Carnagey
Duty Stations: NASNI
Comments: This is a dream that i didn't think would happen. I want to thank all of Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who believed in me and help guide me to where I am today. Also to all the people who I've worked with I wouldn't be here without all your hard work and dedication. Thank you
Date: 08:35pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Cindy Delacruz Clayton
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard LHD-6, CID Unit San Diego
Comments: Good Afternoon, Congratulations to ALL! I am 188 of 188, and for that I would like to thank all the Chiefs who took the time to mentor me through the years. I look forward to working with you all in the mess.
Date: 08:06pm
From: ITC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Chris Anderson
Duty Stations: CID Unit SD, USS Anchorage, NSWG-1 MCT, MSRON Three HVBSS DET, USS McClusky
Comments: Thank you to my family and all the Sea Warriors that helped me along the way.
Date: 06:55pm
From: MAC(EXW/SW/IDW)(SEL) Jason T. Pingeton
Duty Stations: Naval Base Coronado
Comments: Thank you to those Sailors and Chiefs that have guided me throughtout my career without their hard work, guidance and mentorship I would not be where I am today.
Date: 06:30pm
From: EMC(SW) SEL Adam Eugene Scott
Duty Stations: USS Sampson, NAVIMFACPACNORWEST, USS Kidd
Comments: To all Genuine CPO,SCPO,MCPO As I come here to sign this sacred document I am even more humbled than ever to even be given this opportunity to join this the most sacred of places. Thanks to all the leaders past and present and to all my sailors who have helped me get to this milestone in my career. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE
Date: 06:17pm
From: CTRC(IDW/SW) (SEL) Derek Raulston
Duty Stations: USS Peleliu, NIOC Texas, USS Gettysburg, NSGA Fort Meade
Comments: Congrats Brothers and Sisters! You get out of it what you put into it. Do not put those anchors on without knowing that you gave 100% day in and day out. Stay positive and Ill see you in the Fleet!
Date: 05:58pm
From: PRC(EXW/AW/FPJ) SEL Richard HuberChartraw
Duty Stations: VP-40, AIMD Misawa, SBT-20, ST-10
Comments: Congrats to all of this years selectees! I have had many great mentors and leaders over the years and I just want to say thank you to all of them. Also to my family for all their support.
Date: 05:19pm
From: DCC(SEL) Samuel Markowitz
Duty Stations: USS JOHN C. STENNIS, USS BOXER, NSA BAHRAIN,USS ANTIETAM, USS COWPENS
Comments: I'd like to send a special thanks to DCC Isreal (Mad Mexican) Iribe for always having my back and giving me opportunity to succeed to NCC Amy Valadez for always believing that I could make CPO. ABHC Wesley Malone for pushing me to get it done. My brothers and sister whom I'll never forget. R,
Date: 02:35pm
From: BMC (SEL) Nikita Bibbs
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto CG56
Comments: This is a dream coming to life. I was almost out the door with only six months left and now i am a selectee. God truly does stay by the side of those who stay on the path. I am eagerly striving to bring something new to the mess.
Date: 02:17pm
From: HMC(SEL) Nichole Moraldo
Duty Stations: NMTSC
Comments: Good afternoon to all, Remember. that everyday is the best day of your life. Even when it hurts or you do not understand. It will make sense at the end. Whenver each inidividual end may be. Do Your Best!
Date: 02:08pm
From: HMC (SEL) MONICA DUTY
Duty Stations: NMTSC FT SAM HOUSTON
Comments: I would like to thank all of my LCPO's, shipmates, mentors past and present, for helping me throughout my career. If it were not for the people I have met throughout my career, I would not be here today.
Date: 01:38pm
From: NCC(EXW/SW)(SEL) David Lee Odom
Duty Stations: NRD Michigan, previous NRD Denver, MIUWU 105, NOSC Ft Carson, USS Curtis Wilbur DDG-54
Comments: I have been in the Navy since 1999 and I am currently serving at NRD Michigan as a Career Recruiter Navy Counselor.
Date: 12:43pm
From: DCC(SEL) DAVID MACDONALD
Duty Stations: USS O'BANNON DD-987, NAS PENSACOLA, PCU BAINBRIDGE/USS BAINBRIDGE DDG-66, USS LEYTE GULF CG-55, USS VICKSBURG CG-69, NAS JAXS TRANSIENT PERSONNEL UNIT/PRE-TRIAL CONFINEMENT FACILITY, CURRENTLY ONBOARD USS HUE CITY CG-66
Comments: CONGRATS TO MY FELLOW BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!! ENJOY THE MOMENT....
Date: 11:41am
From: AOC (Sel) Jason Davidson
Duty Stations: Command Fleet Activities Okinawa, Targets
Comments: Good day to all, I am AOC Select Davidson. I am currently station at Command Fleet Activities Okinawa, Targets dept. I have been serving this great nation for 15 years. I served on the CV-63 USS Kitty-Hawk (1999-2004) from there I went to shore duty to NAF Misawa which ended up plank owning of Far East Asia Naval Munitions Command Misawa, Japan (2004-2007). After that I served on the CVN-72 USS Abraham Lincoln (2007-2013). During that period I did an IA tour Kyrgyzstan (July 2012-July 2013). I am married and have been just a little over 13 years. I have two kids, a 10 year old boy, and an 8 year old daughter. With out them, i don't know where I would be today.
Date: 08:33am
From: EODC (EWS/SW) Sel Sean Christopher Curry
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD, NIOC HAWAII, EODMUSIX, EODTECHDIV
Comments: These past weeks working with the Greater New England Chiefs Mess has been beyond challenging and emotional. I feel like I am reliving my entire career all at once. I want to thank all of the Greater New England Chiefs Mess for their dedication and devotion to my Team. I want to thank the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs over the last 18 years that have helped to mold and shape the man and sailor that I am today.
Date: 07:11am
From: MAC(SW)(Sel) Joseph Reyes
Duty Stations: CRG-2
Comments: I am honored and proud for the opportunity to represent the Sailor's past and present for all their hard work and sacrifice. I would also like to thank my family for always supporting me during long deployments.
Date: 06:57am
From: ITC (SW/AW) (SEL) Geoffrey Howell
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER, TLO Navy Unit Ankara, Turkey, JITC Fort Huachuca, NTM-A Kabul, Afghanistan, LCS Crew 104
Comments: I would like to thank all of my shipmates, past and present, for helping me throughout my career. If it were not for the people I have met, I would not be here today.
Date: 02:51am
From: HMC(Sel) Collin Bowman
Duty Stations: USS Detroit, NAVENVHLTHCEN, CNE-C6F, NHCNE Newport RI, 3d Marine Regiment
Comments: I am grateful for the support of my family, the CPO's who helped me along the way and those who continue to do so.
Date: 01:47am
From: ATC(AW/SW) Sel Jason Hecker
Duty Stations: VP-9, 171st Air Refuling Wing(National Guard), VAW-126, NAWMU-1, VAW-125
Comments: I would like to thank first and foremost my family for the support and guidance throughout my naval career. I've had exceptional mentors that helped shape my ideas and make me into the Sailor that I am. I would have never gotten to this point in my career without each and every Sailor that I've had the pleasure to serve with. Hoorah, Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!
Date: 12:53am
From: HMC (SW/FMF) sel Ciara Green
Duty Stations: Marine Wing Support Squadron 171
Comments: I am very humbled to be selected to become part of the esteemed Chief mess. I didn't get here by myself and I know I owe every thing foremost to GOD!! Without him I would not be where I am today. He put me exactly where I needed to be to meet the great leaders and mentors who helped me achieve this major stepping stone in my career. I would like to say thank you to the awesome Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that taught me the value of leadership and what it meant to be a true leader. I hope to be as great a leader as they have.
Date: 12:24am
From: GMC (EXW/SW)(SEL) Mark Byers
Duty Stations: USS JARRETT, SBT 12, MSRON 3 Det Bahrain, CENSECFOR Det San Diego, LCSRON ONE SUW DET 3
Comments: It has been a memorable trip to get to this point. Those that have been there with me I thank you for the memories and the honored service.
Date: 12:22am
From: LSC(SW) (SEL) Kenneth R. Hughes
Duty Stations: MSC SSU GUAM
Comments: I would like to thanks all of the sailors who allowed me to guide, teach and develope them as positive men and women. Their hardwork, training and attention to detail has allowed me to accomplish my goals in the Navy. To them I salute you.
Date: 12:09am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Justin Frederick
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 104, LCS CREW 103, CSCS DET EAST, USS FORREST SHERMAN (DDG 98), USS PORTER (DDG 78), and COMCARGRU EIGHT.
Comments: THANK YOU! - To all my Shipmates from the past and present for their support, leadership and guidance through the years. I also thank my family for their support and for the sacrifices they make.
Date: 12:08am
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Benjamin Carnes
Duty Stations: USS FORT WORTH LCS 3 (Crew 104)
Comments: I am happy and ecstatic to have made it. I would like to thank all of the genuine Chiefs who kept me on track throughout my career and helped me to this point. I hope to be as great of a Chief as they all were to me.
Date: 11:38pm
From: PRC(AW/SW)(SEL) James E Collins
Duty Stations: MALS-24, FRCNW SEAOPDET, VAQ-137, CSFDET NI SERE WEST, VAW-113
Comments: I am honored and very excited to have been selected to CPO this year! I would like to thank my wife Sara for her support! I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for her.. I would also like to thank ETCS John Goodwin, STGC Bryson Menke, ENC Richard Padilla, ATC Cody Haizlip, GMC Chuck Usher, AMCS Don Coatney, PRC Chuck Sieber, PRC(RET) Phil Ortiz and PRC(RET) Russ Trujillo. Their leadership and mentoring are a major part of why I was selected. And lastly I would like to thank all the amazing Sailors and Marines that I've worked with over these last 14 years!!
Date: 11:12pm
From: LSC(AW/SW) (SEL) NOBEL REEVES
Duty Stations: FRCSW DET POINT MUGU
Comments: I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs, retired and active, that gave me guidance throughout my Naval career. I appreciate all the wisdom that you all bestowed upon me. I would also like to thank all the sailors that I lead, previous and present, you are one of the reasons I am where I am now.
Date: 10:24pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Brian Thomas Wright
Duty Stations: NRD PHOENIX
Comments: I would just like to thank everyone throughout my career up to this point for everything they have done to help me get here. Congratulations to all selectee's!
Date: 10:00pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Jennifer A. Martin
Duty Stations: NMC Det Key West
Comments: First I would like to thank my loving family for all of their support they have given me. I also would like to thank all of my hard working Sailors for helping me get here. To my mentors for their guidance and time. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for all of you!!!
Date: 03:28pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Derek Pratt
Duty Stations: USS McFAUL (DDG-74)
Comments: I would like to thank my Sailors and their hard work for making my selection a reality. I also humbly thank my mentors, FCCM(SW) Al Mallory (ret), FCCS(SW) Cliff Sandy (ret), and FCC(SW) Jeff Melton (ret) for their guidance and wisdom leading me to this point in my career.
Date: 03:20pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Padora
Duty Stations: USS McFAUL
Comments: I want to thank all my sailors that I have led because I would not be here if it was not for them. HOOYAH! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 03:11pm
From: AGC (EXW/SW/AW) (SEL) Corey LeRay Hudson
Duty Stations: USS CONSTELLATION, FWC SAN DIEGO, MET SAN DIEGO, SA1, SA2, NOSW CP SSC
Comments: One of my career long dreams has always to make chief, and finally I Was Selected. Congrats Brothers and Sisters.
Date: 02:15pm
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Gary R. Askins
Duty Stations: Commander, Carrier Strike Group EIGHT
Comments: Thank you to all the genuine Chiefs that got me to where I am today. I will do the same for future CPOs to come!
Date: 01:47pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Jason Lauver
Duty Stations: USS Philippine Sea
Comments: Thank you to my supporting family, all the guidance and direction from Seniors. Thank you for all the hard work you've given me to all the folks that have worked for me.
Date: 11:42am
From: MAC(AW) (SEL) Joseph Ferrer
Duty Stations: NAS Keflavik, USS John C Stennis, Naval Base Coronado, Naval Station Pearl Harbor, NAS Whidbey Island, PRT Khost Afghanistan, NAVSUPPFAC Diego Garcia
Comments: MAC(SEL) signing in. Thanks for all the good information on here.
Date: 07:30am
From: LSC (SEL) Sheridan Gater
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLC Sigonella
Comments: I am honored to have been selected, to have the opportunity to sign the deck log and to be a part of this outstanding process.
Date: 06:51am
From: HMC(SEL) Adam Shults
Duty Stations: NNMC, 3DMARDIV, 1STMARDIV
Comments: Congrats to all the selectees and looking forward to the guidance in the days to come.
Date: 05:59am
From: PSC(SEL)(AW) RACHEL BELGRAVE
Duty Stations: USS WINSTON S. CHURCHILL DDG 81
Comments: Thanks to my Junior Sailors for helping me to succeed.
Date: 05:05am
From: MMC (SEL) (SS) Russell D Maness
Duty Stations: USS West Virginia (SSBN 736 B), NSSC Norfolk, USS Georgia (SSGN 729 G), CSS-15 Guam (PMT)
Comments: Congrats to all selectees, and am proud to soon be apart of the greatest brotherhood and sisterhood the world knows. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 04:59am
From: GSMC(sel) Robert C Geissinger
Duty Stations: USS Ingraham FFG-61
Comments: Congrats to all FY15 the CPO Selects! I am excited and very proud to be able to experience this initiation season.
Date: 04:16am
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) Charles Tweedy
Duty Stations: USS CHAFEE
Comments: i would like to thank my family for all of of there support and evryone that i have served with over the last 14 years.
Date: 04:03am
From: AMC(Sel) Kevin James
Duty Stations: VPU-2
Comments: Congrats to all the other FY15 CPO Selects. I would like to thank all the people who made it possible for me to be here. I could not have done it without your help!
Date: 12:36am
From: HMC(SEL) Peter Quejado
Duty Stations: Naval Medical Training Support Command
Comments: MY PAST DUTY STATIONS: 3D MARDIV USNH OKINAHA USS Dwight D . Eisenhower. BMTCP (Naval Medical traing suppoot xo
Date: 12:17am
From: HMC(FMF/CAC/AW/SW)(SEL) Dan L. Boyd III
Duty Stations: 3d MAW, SRSS San Diego, HSC-8, 1st MAW.
Comments: I would like to say congratulations to all of the FY15 Selectees. I would like to thank my wife for always standing by me during all of the hard and good times during my Naval Career this far. Furthermore, I would like to send a thank you to all of the Junior Sailors that have helped me get to this point.
Date: 09:24pm
From: CTNC(IDW/EXW) (SEL) Terrance Price
Duty Stations: NIOC Norfolk, NIOC Maryland, NIOC Suitland (NCWDG), FIWC
Comments: I feel honored, proud, and excited about being selected, but it would not have happened with my Sailors. I want to thank the Sailors that let me lead them. I also want to thank the Chiefs that continued to push me to push them. I didn't always understand why they were so hard, but I'm grateful nonetheless. Most of all, I want to thank my family. They sacrifice the most. Without them I would not have been able to endure. Navy Chief, Navy Pride.
Date: 09:08pm
From: MMC(SW/IDW)(SEL) LUIS SANCHEZ
Duty Stations: CG-66,CJTF PALADIN,NAS JAX,HPU Bahrain,ffg-58,dd-968
Comments: I just wants to said thank you to everyone that help me in this journey. As well as the Sailors that help me. Thanks
Date: 09:06pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andy Dunlap
Duty Stations: ACU-5, USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76, USS Boxer LHD-4
Comments: Thank you to all the chiefs that have helped me become the sailor that I am today I would not be in the position that I am now without your constant guidance and push. Thank you for your support.
Date: 08:53pm
From: ETC (SW)(SEL) Christopher J. Wilson
Duty Stations: Assault Craft Unit 5
Comments: Thank you ATC(ret) Rendon, ATCS(ret) North and way too many more to list.
Date: 07:07pm
From: HMC(SW/AW) (SEL) AIDA LUZ SANTELL
Duty Stations: NMTSC FT SAM HOUSTON
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 06:57pm
From: HMC(SW)(Sel) Toni R Grizzelle
Duty Stations: Navy Medicine Training Support Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX
Comments: Thank you to the great leadership that I have had and hard-charging Sailors that I have had the honor to led. Thank you to my family for your support! I love you! You all helped me get to this milestone in my career!
Date: 06:45pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Shaun Holbrook
Duty Stations: USS Michigan(G), NNPTC, USS Mississippi
Comments: Pulled in for a few days here in KBAY on the Mighty Mis, and just wanted to say thank you to all those who have wished me a congratulations. To those who have helped me to this great life and career milestone a lifetime of gratitude: ETMC(SS) Jesse Thomas EMCM(SS) Erik Tracy EMCS(SS) Chris Bean EMCM(SS) Thomas Branch EMCM(SW) Patrick Walker ETC(SS) Sean Neufeld ENS Joaquin Weldon(EMC/SS) ETCM(SS) Ron Gerow and of course my sponsor MMC(SS) Andy Burness. V/R Shaun
Date: 06:38pm
From: CMC(EXW/SCW)(SEL) Andrew Lee Clark
Duty Stations: NMCB-3, PWD Sigonella, CRS-10
Comments: I would like to thank every sailor that I have ever had the opportunity to lead. Without them I would not be in the position I am today!!
Date: 06:24pm
From: ACC (SEL) Robert Harris
Duty Stations: NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: I was 178 days from retirement when I found out that I was selected. It was the fourth happiest day of my life proceeded only by my wedding day and the birth of my two children. I am elated to be apart of class 121 and having "fun" during the induction season. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!!
Date: 05:38pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) Oliver E. Williams II
Duty Stations: NAS KEY WEST
Comments: I am reaching out to other Selectees for fundraising Ideas.
Date: 04:26pm
From: ISC(SEL)(SW/AW) Roxanna-Mandy T. Hall
Duty Stations: USS Eisenhower (CVN-69), PACOM JIOC, CNFK Det Chinhae, USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), USDAO Bangkok, Nimitz Operational Center
Comments: I would like to thank NCCM McLin for believing in me and helping me get to this point in my career. I also would not have made it without OSC Calderon. Congratulations to all the FY15 Selectees.
Date: 12:48pm
From: LSC(SEL) QUINTON PRATT
Duty Stations: USS HST(CVN-75); NRD JACKSONVILLE; USS SBR(FFG-58)
Comments: First off thank you to my Heavenly Father for his protection and guidance. Thank you to my lovely wife and children who have sacrificed so much in support of my Navy career. Also thank you to those who I have served with who has been motivation for me in one way or another. Thank you very much!
Date: 07:48am
From: FCC(SEL)(SW) Tristan Whitson
Duty Stations: NAS Pensacola, FL, USS O'Bannon (DD-987), USS Vicksburg (CG-69), NRD Nashville, USS Hue City (CG-66)
Comments: I would like to thank everyone in my past that has gotten me to where I am at. In particular my sailor and my leadership. The Genuine Master Chief's, Senior Chief's and Chief's that have guided me on my journey to the greatest step in my professional and personal life. I could not have done it without their guidance and my current and previous division's and Sailor's helping get me to this place. And a special thank you goes out to ATC(AW) Breshen Whitson at CNATTU for your continued support and harsh but needed words of wisdom throughout my career.
Date: 02:07am
From: AZC(Sel) David Shoemaker
Duty Stations: CTU 32.0.4
Comments: Congrats to all the FY15 CPO Selects!
Date: 12:05am
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Don (Trapp) Dodd
Duty Stations: USS NEVADA (B)
Comments: I have to give thanks to all the sailors and Chiefs who have taught me so much about life and myself. I would not have made this milestone without you.
Date: 11:59pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) SEL David Alan West
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz CVN 68
Comments: I'm very excited with the transition. Thank you all for the inspiration that you have given me.
Date: 10:44pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/MCD/FPJ) (SEL) Carlos M Siguenza
Duty Stations: NMTSC
Comments: I am proud to be a CPO selectee! I would like to thank my family and everyone who has helped me get here.
Date: 10:37pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW)(Sel) Michael Price
Duty Stations: NMTSC Joint Base Fort Sam Houston, TX
Comments: I am very humbled and proud to have earned this. I can not thank those Sailors and family throughout the last 15 years that have helped me get to where I am. I could not have done it without you!
Date: 09:52pm
From: AMC(SEL) David Bradley Bauer
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana;NAS Lemoore;NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: CPO Mess, Cant wait to prove that I belong among the Leaders of the Navy!
Date: 08:49pm
From: AOC(SEL) David Harris
Duty Stations: USS THEODORE ROOSELVELT CVN-71, NRD ATLANTA, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN-73, USS KEARSARGE LHD-3
Comments: I am proud to be where I am because of my leaders and my Sailors.
Date: 08:45pm
From: PSC(SEL) SEAN LIMBACH
Duty Stations: USS FORD (FFG 54); USS INGRAHAM (FFG 61); PSD PEARL HARBOR; USS CARNEY (DDG 64); PSD ATSUGI
Comments: Good morning Most Honorable Master Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs and Honorable Chiefs, I am PSC(SEL) Sean Limbach. I grew up in Bound Brook, NJ and enlisted at Recrutiing Center in Somerville, NJ and processed in through Brooklyn MEPS. I have been enlisted for 14 years. I have been happily married for nine of those those years to my wife Nammie. I am very honored to have this oppurtunity to be selected and allowed to go through this great tradition and get accepted. Very respectfully, PSC(SEL) Sean Limbach
Date: 08:41pm
From: ADC (AW/SW) (SEL) Hernan Demorizi
Duty Stations: NS MAYPORT, FLORIDA
Comments: It feels great to be in this position. I am excited for what's to come. Thanks to everyone that directly or indirectly contributed to my success. It is because of you that I am here today.
Date: 08:26pm
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) KURTIS ALAN PENNY
Duty Stations: SWOS ELS SD, USS DEWEY, ACU 4, USS JOHN PAUL JONES, USS HIGGINS, USS
Comments: Such a proud moment the day I found out. So much love and appreciation from everyone. I called three fireman and two third classes and one very understanding second. They all got me here every one of them. My duty stations also include my first Ship USS Benfold where I found my second family for the first time. Thank you to all ! Thank you to USS Dewey Chiefs Mess for making me understand myself and what I am truly capable of. I am looking forward to all that comes my way.
Date: 07:05pm
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) Micaiah Van Roekel
Duty Stations: NRD SAN FRANCISCO
Comments: I am absolutely Honored to a part of this great Navy tradition. I look forward to talk amongst all the Genuine's all around the Fleet. GO NAVY!!!! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!!!
Date: 04:47pm
From: BMC (SEL) Tarek Manun
Duty Stations: USS San Antonio (LPD-17)
Comments: I want to thank my family, friends and mentors for guiding me in the right direction and I am very proud and honored to be selected.
Date: 04:17pm
From: ENC(SEL) Brandon J. Coleman
Duty Stations: USS San Antonio
Comments: I am proud to be selected, and I want to send a huge thank you to my family, friends and mentors that help me get here.
Date: 03:32pm
From: ETC(sel) (SW/IDW) Sean Jenkins
Duty Stations: USS Deyo, NRD Philadelphia, OPNAV, NAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: FY15 Chief Select. Thanks to the Honorable Chiefs that have guided me along the way. I appreciate all the advice and guidance throughout my career and look forward to taking my place amongst the brotherhood. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE.
Date: 03:01pm
From: MMC(SEL) Daniel Wilch
Duty Stations: USS EISENHOWER, SIMA NORFOLK, ACU-4
Comments: I would like to thank all the great Chiefs I have had the pleasure of working for and that have helped mold and shape my career. I wouodnt be where I am without there guidance and support. Also thank my Family and Friends that have been there to support me.
Date: 02:39pm
From: CSC (sel) Ezekiel Wright
Duty Stations: USS Mesa Verde
Comments: Thank you! CPO everyday!
Date: 01:51pm
From: FCC(SEL) Eli Rashott
Duty Stations: USS David R Ray, USS Preble, USS Priceton, FLEASWTRACENPAC, USS Higgins
Comments: I want to thank my family for all the support and everyone who helped me to get here. I couldn't of done this alone. Congrats to all!
Date: 01:34pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Scott M. Lyons
Duty Stations: Navy Medicine Training Support Center, 3rd Battalion 9th Marines, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.
Comments: I am very humbled by my selection. Through my 9 years in the Navy there have been many people that have guided my on my way. First, my Lord and Savior. Without Him I would still be blind. Next, my family. They have been my biggest supporters in all of this. My wife has been so good to me that I don't know if I could ever thank her enough. My Sailors, they are the reason that I am here. I work for them and they have made me look really good. And my Mentors, so many to thank. I have learned something from every Chief that I have ever come across. HMC TJ Kmetz, HMC Amanda Bynum, and HMC Lee Butcher. What you did for me was amzing and I will most definitely pay it forward. Thank You. I am very happy to be here and I will not let the Mess down.
Date: 01:31pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Russell D. Durbin
Duty Stations: USS Hue City (CG 66)
Comments: I am extremely grateful for everyone of my men and women that has helped me achieve this level in my career. I am very appreciative of the support given to my by my beautiful wife and two lovely daughters, who have also made sacrifices during my career. Lastly, but not least, I thank every Chief that has helped mold me into the sailor I am today. Thank you.
Date: 11:29am
From: FCC(Sel) Marcos Huertas
Duty Stations: USS Princeton, USS McCampbell, USS Cowpens, USS Mobile Bay
Comments: I am proud to be a CPO Selectee
Date: 09:57am
From: CTNC(SEL) John Tyrell Schulze
Duty Stations: USS CHOSIN (CG-65), NIOC Pensacola, NIOC Hawaii, NEIC
Comments: Honored and proud to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank all the great leaders who pushed me to be better. I also want to thank all the Sailors that have worked for me for challenging me and making me better as well. Last but not least I want to thank my family for standing by me and encouraging me to be a better husband, father, son, and brother. It is because of all of you that I am here today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Date: 08:17am
From: FCC(Sel) Marcos Huertas
Duty Stations: USS Princeton, USS McCampbell, USS Cowpens, USS Mobile Bay
Comments: I am proud to be a CPO Selectee
Date: 01:14am
From: FCC(sel) Michael Timmins
Duty Stations: USS MILIUS, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, NRD SAN FRANCISCO, USS RENTZ, PHNSY & IMF
Comments: I would just like to say that I am excited to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. Thank you to everyone that helped my career along the way and I look forward to the day I get to wear the Anchors with pride!
Date: 10:33pm
From: ACC (AW/SW) SEL Robert Harris
Duty Stations: NAS JRB NEW ORLEANS
Comments: Happy to be here, Proud to serve. I had 178 days let in the Navy when I found out I was advanded. Thanks to all the Chiefs that have help guide my career thus far. This truly a blessing and I look foward to learning much more.
Date: 10:22pm
From: AMC(sel) Adam Tychostup
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana
Comments: thank you to my family first off, and to everyone who has got me here!
Date: 10:13pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Ryan Rudolph
Duty Stations: USS Hue City CG 66, USS Roosevelt DDG80, NRD Ohio,NRD Dallas
Comments: Thank you to all in the mess who believed in me and inspired me. 29 more days until the happiest day of my life!!!
Date: 10:06pm
From: HMC (Sel) (FMF/AW) Silvester Rodriguez Jr
Duty Stations: VR-54, NOSC Atlanta, VAW-77, Det 1 Ammo Co, CLR 45
Comments: Congrats to All Selectees! Hooyah! Chief PRIDE!
Date: 10:04pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) SEL Annie Davis
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLC Jacksonville; NAVSUP FLC SASEBO; USS WASP LHD1; VS-31; AIMD JAX; PORT OPS SAN DIEGO; USS PELELIU LHA-5; USS OAKRIDGE ARDM-1
Comments: Wow it has been a long journey learning and growing into the person I am today . I thank God and all those he put into my life. Many have guided me, mentored me, and showed they cared for me as their sailor. Thank you all. I pray I will be able to impact and teach others all that I have learned to love in my Navy life.
Date: 09:07pm
From: MAC (SS) (SEL) Jeffrey Howard Strauch
Duty Stations: Naval Weapons Station Earle
Comments: I have waited for this day for a very long time. I want to thank all my junior sailors who supported me and had my back when I was there LPO. I want to thank my past and present chiefs who each taught me something valuable about being a good leader. I want to thank my Dad who is a retired Master Chief Boatswain's Mate who has been teaching me about the navy my entire life. And especially my wife who has been so supportive through the transition period.
Date: 09:03pm
From: ITC (SW/AW) (SEL) Scott Phillip Lassiter
Duty Stations: USS NITZE (DDG-94), COMNAVSAFECEN, USS ENTERPRISE, NCTAMS LANT, NCTS BAHRAIN, NRD OMAHA, USS NIMITZ, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, USS AMERICA
Comments: I would like to thank CMDCM Torchia (Ret), ITCM Heeter, AGC Gruden (Ret), all my ITs who worked so hard for me, and most of all my loving family, Brandy my wife, and my two boys Scott Jr. and Sean. I could not have made it here without all of your sacrifice, support, wisdom, and words of encouragement.
Date: 08:58pm
From: NCC(SEL) Trista Brooks
Duty Stations: NRD Jacksonville, NRD Seattle, VP-46, NAS Sigonella Weapons
Comments: I want to thank all my mentors I had through out my Naval career and all the sailors that worked for me. I couldn't have made it this far without you. I would also want to thank my husband and my 2 beautiful children for the love and support. One more big thank you is for my father for raising me right, I would have never join the Navy if it wasn't for him. Congratulations to all the selectees, remember if it wasn't for all the help and guidance we received, we wouldn't be here. Let's make them all proud.
Date: 08:54pm
From: MAC (SEL) (EXW) Jason Pfleiderer
Duty Stations: NAVACT UK, NSA Bahrain, SUBASE NLON, NSA Souda Bay, DEVGRU, and NWS Earle
Comments: I want to thank my family for all the support and a big thanks to everyone who pushed me to get here. I couldn't of done this alone. Congrats to all!
Date: 08:53pm
From: ACC(SEL) Shelly R Cosman
Duty Stations: NAS Brunswick, ME; USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN71; NB Norfolk Chambers Field; Naval Air Technical Training Center Pensacola Fl.
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has helped in the success of my career!!! I will strive to help other succeed and mentor as I have been mentored. Congratulations to everyone who was selected!!!!
Date: 08:39pm
From: CTNC (Sel) Charles Jones
Duty Stations: USS Philippine Sea, NSAWC Fallon NV, FIWC Norfolk, NIOC Texas, NIOC Norfolk, US Fleet Forces Command
Comments: Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs, thank you for the distinct pleasure of allowing me to join the Mess. Thank you to Chiefs Mess, Petty Officers and Seaman throughout my career that have walked with me, supported me and helped me attain this prestigious achievement!
Date: 07:35pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Jayson Weinman
Duty Stations: SERMC
Comments: Been a very long journey to get here. Thank you to all Chiefs past and present for helping me and my new brothers and sisters.
Date: 07:26pm
From: CTTC(SEL) Scott S Edmunds
Duty Stations: USS NITZE (DDG 94)
Comments: I'm so tired right now.
Date: 06:38pm
From: FCC(SW)(Sel) Allen G Swanson
Duty Stations: USS PRINCETON CG-59
Comments: To my fellow brother and sister selectees, Congrats!! To my wife, my three little boys, thank you all from the bottom of my heart, I wouldn't be here today without you love and support. All four of you sacrificed so much in order for me to be selected, I love you!!!!! To my sponsor and all of the Princeton's Chief Petty Officers mess, I hope to be accepted in and become part of the finest Chiefs mess on the waterfront, I am damn proud to be where I am right now!!!
Date: 05:49pm
From: MAC (SW/NWS)(Sel) Thomas Leee Cohen III
Duty Stations: USS Samuel B. Roberts(FFG-58), NTPU Charleston, CFAY, SWFLANT, HPU Bahrain, NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: Congratulation to all Selectee’s!
Date: 02:52pm
From: ITC ( SEL ) IDW/SW/AW David L SMITH
Duty Stations: NCTS Jax
Comments: Congratulations to all!
Date: 02:05pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Alvin Dwayne Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Donald Cook (DDG75), NSA Naples, USS Lake Champlain (CG57), USS Howard (DDG 83), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)
Comments: I look forward to becoming a part of the Chief Petty Officer Mess and I can't wait to bring my experinces and knowledge to the table to share with everyone else. I look forward to learning from my brothers and sister as well. Here is to 29 days until the happiest day of my life!
Date: 02:02pm
From: MAC (EXW) (Sel) Ben Ames
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain Naval Security Forces Harbor Patrol Unit
Comments: I would like to first thank my wife Ivy and daughter Lilly for all their love and support. Send thanks to all the great leaders and mentors I have had throughout my career.
Date: 01:52pm
From: ISC(Sel)(AW/IDW) David Barnard
Duty Stations: VAQ-133, HQ USSOCOM, COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow Selectees. The Season has been challenging thus far, but don't worry Brothers and Sisters, it is for the better. Can't wait to see you all in the fleet after we pin our Anchors on 16 SEP! V/r ISC(Sel)(AW/IDW) David Barnard
Date: 01:12pm
From: PSC (SW/AW)(SEL) CRYSTAL PATTERSON
Duty Stations: CARRIER AIR WING THREE
Comments: It's an honor to be here.
Date: 12:57pm
From: MMC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Joshua Olson
Duty Stations: USS Lake Erie, SDVT-1, TSC Great Lakes
Comments: Thank You to God, my Family, and all the CPO's who have been ultra supportive of me in my career. I won't let you down! V/R MMC (SEL) Olson
Date: 11:34am
From: ABFC (AW/SW) (SEL) Robert A. De Soto
Duty Stations: NSF Diego Garcia, USS Theodore Roosevelt, USS Ponce, NACCS, MCAS Iwakuni, USS Ronald Reagan
Comments: I'd like to thank all the Chief Petty Officers and Sailors that helped me and taught me things along the way. I'd also like to thank my family for being there for me, even when I couldn't be there with them. I did not get here on my own and it is for them that I will earn this.
Date: 11:09am
From: ISC(SW/AW/IDW) (sel) Darrel J.Ellis Jr
Duty Stations: COMTHIRDFLT, USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70), USCENTCOM, USS ESSEX (LHD 2)
Comments: Thanks goes to my wife Kolise, My Mother-in-Law Katherine, my daughter Christian and my son Tre. Your support over the years has made all of this possible. I would be remissed if i did not give a huge thanks to all of my Sailors, without them i am nothing. Big shout out to ISCS Dwayne Edmond, he took a knuckle head and turned him into a Sailor. Praises be to God for the blessings he has bestowed upon this country boy from South Louisiana.
Date: 10:52am
From: PSC(SEL)(IDW/FMF/AW) Darlito S. Gacuya, Jr
Duty Stations: NRSW Transient Personnel Unit
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Martha and my two daughters Miya and Madison for their support. I thank all the CPO's that mentored me throughout my entire career. This would not be possible without them.
Date: 09:19am
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL), IDC Manuel Valle
Duty Stations: FHCC
Comments: Thanks to my family, friends, and uniformed brothers/sisters for supporting me throughout my career.
Date: 08:30am
From: ABHC(Sel) ALAN J. LIBUNGAN
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON
Comments: First of all, Congratulations to all that made it. I just want to Thank all my Mentors that helped me get to where I am today. Also, for all their guidance and advices throughout the year. For all that made it, let's have fun during the season and live life to the fullest.
Date: 07:02am
From: LSC(AW)(sel) Chad Elms
Duty Stations: FLC Yoko, NPPSC, CHINHAE, Strike Fighter Weapons School PAC, VFA-25
Comments: To My Brother and Sister Selectees - CONGRATS! To My Sailors past and present - THANK YOU To My Mentors, Greatest Supporters, Wife and Kids - THANKS FOR ALL YOU DID AND CONTINUE TO DO God Bless the USA and our Navy. V/R, LSC(AW)(sel) Chad Elms
Date: 04:45am
From: CSC(SEL) Temeka Rudd
Duty Stations: Naval Station Norfolk
Comments: No one
Date: 03:34am
From: HMC(SEL)(FMF) Daniel W. Hosaka
Duty Stations: 3rd BN 8th MAR, 2nd Marine Division, NH Guam, 2nd Medical Bn, NMCPHC, NEMPU 7 (current)
Comments: I'd like to thank my family and friends for their support throughout my career. To all those CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's who saw potential in me and took me under their wings to mentor me, words can not express my gratitude. It will be paid forward, thank you.
Date: 03:14am
From: HMC(Sel) Terence Monton
Duty Stations: CLB-3, Kaneohe Bay
Comments: Thanks to all the Sailors I've worked with, Chiefs, mentors, and my family.
Date: 03:02am
From: YNC (SEL) Thomas L. Jackson
Duty Stations: Naval History and Heritage Command, Washington, DC
Comments: It's an honor to be here.
Date: 01:26am
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Dwayne Duke
Duty Stations: CNATTU JAX
Comments: A sincere thank you to all that mentored me along the way. AVCM Rodney Brown AMCS Steve Miller ADCS Luigi Giugliano AWVF Forrest Musheer AMC Dwayne Smith (Ret.) AMCS James Clark (Ret.) AMEC Jean Vice (Ret.) AECS Rick Grant ADCS Floyd Evans The CNATTU CPO Mess and many others!!
Date: 12:58am
From: ITC(IDW/SW) (Sel) Joe White
Duty Stations: Diego Garcia, ComSecond Fleet, USS Fort McHenry, COMSTRKFORTRALANT, USS Bataan
Comments: Thanks to my leaders who taught me how to do this profession and thanks to my Sailors who made me look good at it.
Date: 12:21am
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Lance Simmons
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz CVN 68
Comments: First I would like to say thank you to my wife Damaris and my daughter Jisela for supporting me for many years in the navy. I feel honored to get selected to Chief Petty Officer but I was not able to do it without the help of my junior saliors. Thank you for help reaching my goals in the navy and I look forward to helping all of you to achieve your goals.
Date: 11:34pm
From: ACC(AW) (SEL) Megan Donnell
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ (CVN 68)
Comments: Thank you to all the great leaders and Sailors I have had the pleasure of working with who made it possible for me to achieve this milestone. I will be forever grateful. I look forward to what the future holds. Congratulations to the FY-15 CPO selectees!! Best wishes.
Date: 11:28pm
From: ABHC (SEL) ZLando Dahn
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD ( CVN 78 )
Comments: I did not get here by my own strength. I am happy to be here. Many thanks and appreciation goes to those leaders who guided me in the right path and all those great Sailors I have had the opportunity of serving side by side. Go Navy...
Date: 10:45pm
From: BUC(SCW)(Sel) James W. Hackney
Duty Stations: NMCB 14, NMCB 28, NMCB 14
Comments: I am very honored and proud to be selected. I am very appreciative to all that have helped me to get to this point in my Navy Career. I look forward to passing the knowledge that I have gained through the years to those that will one day take over from me. I owe all that I am to my wife, my girls and the my family! CAN DO!!!
Date: 10:40pm
From: PSC(SW/SCW) (SEL) DWIGHT M. FORRESTER
Duty Stations: RTC GREAT LAKES, USS GUNSTON HALL, SAFE HARBOR WASHINGTON DC, NMCB74, PSD NAS OCEANA, VF-2 NAS OCEANA
Comments: I am honored to be selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer in our United States Navy. I want to thank my family for their support throughout my career, and I am especially thankful to the following leaders for their guidance and counsel: Former PSC (now LDO) Dominic Postiglione, PSCS Constance Koehler, ETCM Terrance McManus, BMCM Robertson, my friend former LSC (now LDO) Patrick Stimphil, and so many others who have provided sound advice and pointed me in the direction which got me here today. I will continue to build on what I have learned, and use it to support and sustain the dignity, integrity, and pride of the Chief's Mess. V/R PSC(SEL) Dwight M. Forrester
Date: 10:32pm
From: AGC(Sel) Curtis Lester
Duty Stations: NOAC Yokosuka, Fleet Weather Center-SD, NMFC/JTWC Hawaii
Comments: A big thanks to all the great CPOs, SCPOs, and MCPOs who helped me along the way and the awesome Sailors I had the privilege of leading. I could not have done this without you guys. THANK YOU!!!
Date: 10:27pm
From: CTNC(sel)(IDW/SW/AW) Kurt J Myers
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), NIOC Maryland, NIOC Texas
Comments: I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my career. I want to thank my Junior Sailors for their immense effort. I would not be here today without you. I also want to thank all the Chiefs who believed in me and taught me to lead (you know who you are). Everything good in my life is because of the Navy and it is my honor and pleasure to serve.
Date: 10:03pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Juan X. Hernandez
Duty Stations: USS Austin(LPD 4), USS Mason(DDG 87), NAS Key West, Fl, USS Abraham Lincoln(CVN 72)
Comments: I would like to thank all of the hard working Sailors who have helped me get to where I am today. Also, all of my mentors who have helped guide me through out these years and continue to do so. Thank you all!!!
Date: 09:47pm
From: AMC(Sel) Matt Hicks
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt, VRC-40, and HM-14
Comments: It is truly an honor and blessing to be selected to become a part of the worlds finest mess!
Date: 09:23pm
From: FCC(Sel) Jake Hicks
Duty Stations: USS ANTIETAM, RTC Great Lakes, PRT Ghazni Afghanistan, USS PRINCETON
Comments: I am truly proud and honored to be a part of this community. I know I have a lot to learn about being "The Chief", but luckily I've had some amazing and not so amazing Chiefs in my career that I learned a lot from.
Date: 09:16pm
From: LSC(Sel) (SW/AW) Anita Williamson-Izquierdo
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLC Norfolk
Comments: I want to thank YNC Tracy Davis and LSCS Gregory Bell for showing me the way. I also want to thank all my sailors that I have led because I would not be here if it want for them.
Date: 08:43pm
From: HMC(SEL) (FMF) DEMETRIUS ROBERTS
Duty Stations: RTC GREAT LAKES, CG 1ST MARINE DIVISION, FMTB-E, 2D MARINE DIVISION
Comments: I want to thank all of my mentors who got me where I am today just to name a few, CMDCM Frank Johnson, CMDCM Christopher Aldis, CMDCM (RET) Tony Polanco, HMCM Suzanne Rebana, HMCS Terry Green, HMCS Clarence Conner, HMCS James Walker, HMC Christopher Batterman and so many more, my Sailors who pushed through the trials and tribulations to achieve success and lastly to all my friends. Thank you. HOOYAH! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:28pm
From: AEC(SEL) James H. Hinnenkamp, Jr
Duty Stations: AIMD Oceana, AIMD Patuxent River, USS Theodore Roosevelt(CVN-71), VQ-3
Comments: To all, It is a GRAND pleasure to soon be a part of the GREATEST Mess in the world. I want to thank all who have helped to guide me along this path. Without you, I would not be here. THANK YOU!!
Date: 08:00pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/EXW/IDW)(Sel) Andraia L. Hobbs
Duty Stations: CPRG NSWDG NGA HS-3 CBC GULFPORT NMCB 133
Comments: I’m blessed to be here and give all thanks to God, my family, friends, and mentors. Thanks for the continued support and keeping me grounded!
Date: 07:01pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) ALLEN R TRUJILLO
Duty Stations: USS HARPERS FERRYNRD San Antonio
Comments: Just glad to be here.
Date: 06:48pm
From: PSC(SW) (SEL) Adam Rolli
Duty Stations: USS PRINCETON ( CG 59)
Comments: Respectfully request access to the Selectee deck log.
Date: 06:23pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Bryan Callahan
Duty Stations: 2d Marine Division Camp Lejeune NC, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing Cherry Point North Carolina, James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center Great Lakes, IL
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors that helped me get here. One team One fight. Go Navy!
Date: 05:52pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Joachim Ramos
Duty Stations: VAW-115, CNATTU, VQ-1,VP-1
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family who is always there for me, my wife who is always patient with me and my daughter who gave me inspiration, Second, The Lord for giving me the strength to go on and Third, to all the Navy personnel who helped me to get to where I am now. To the Masterchiefs who always reminded me what I am capable of, The Senior Chiefs who believe in me, advices and guide me to keep on going and to the Chiefs who let me do my job. Thank you and God bless.
Date: 05:52pm
From: ASC(SEL) JULIA GRAJALESOSORIO
Duty Stations: CNATTU JAX
Comments: Special thanks to all the leadership who trained me and support me during my tours during my duty stations CNATTU: ATCS Birmingham, ATCS McNulty, ASC Mendoza, ASC Alindada, ASC Downing, and the Chief's Mess. USS GW CVN 73: ASCS Patawaran, ASCS Concepcion, ASCS Sandiford, ASCS Fontanez, ASCS Riecke, ASC Guerrero, ASC Burrows. FRCSE: ASCS Hicks, ASCS Meagher, ASCS Viano, ASC Cruz V., ASC Villegas USS JFK CV 67: ASCS Smith, ASCS Monzerrat, ASCS Santos, ASC Cruz R.
Date: 05:26pm
From: ATC(SEL) Paul Daniel Golden
Duty Stations: VFA-106 NAS Oceana
Comments: Thanks for having me.
Date: 05:26pm
From: CSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Nathan Pinner
Duty Stations: USS Kittyhawk CV-63, NMCB-3, NBVC Pt. Mugu CA., CCSG-9, PQCS Annapolis MD, PFS
Comments: Hooyah class 121!
Date: 05:14pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) RYAN EARLY
Duty Stations: USS PRINCETON, ATG SAN DIEGO, USS MILIUS, USS RUSSEL
Comments: I want to thank all of the Sailors that have helped me get to this point in my career. Also all of the awesome Chief Petty Officers I have had to privilege of serving with. Every single one of them have served as a mentor, and have molded me in so many different ways. There are no words to express the gratitude for the honor of being selected to Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 05:12pm
From: GSMC (SEL) Travis Buchanon
Duty Stations: USS COMSTOCK (LSD-45) USS MUSTIN (DDG-89) USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG-51) MARMC (31T) USS MASON (DDG-87) SWOSU GREAT LAKES, IL (GSM C SCHOOL)
Comments: I'd like to give a special thanks to my family & friends who've supported me throughout my naval career. Past and Future CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's who've help mold me into what it takes to be a Chief, I will forever be in your debt!! To all my shipmates, I've been fortunate to have served with, you've also had a hand in making this happen... THANK YOU ALL!!!
Date: 02:55pm
From: HMC(SW) (SEL) Melchor Larua
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA (LHA 6)
Comments: Hello to all my brothers and sisters, I am Mel, selectee from USS America, one of the greatest achievement of my life... I just want to say hi to all and hopefully I will be able to meet all of you in person.. maybe not all, but I will try. USS America will be coming home soon to San Diego and I love the fact that we will have our pinning ceremony aboard USS America. If you can make it there, please do so, it will be an honor to see you while we take that anchors of responsibility with PRIDE. Take care and be safe. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE. With Humility and Respect, Mel
Date: 02:28pm
From: ITC(IDW/EXW/SW/AW) (Sel) Leslie Tate
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT Det Hampton Roads, VFA-87, NIOC Pensacola, COMSECONDFLT, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, PSD Sewells Point, and PSD Naval Air Station Norfolk
Comments: I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the many mentors that are active and now retired Chiefs before. Thank You.
Date: 02:03pm
From: CTRC(IDW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Vernon L. Brown
Duty Stations: NIOC HI, NIOC MD, NECC TX, NIOC Bahrain, NIOC GA, USS DENVER (LPD-9)
Comments: I would like to thank everyone for their guidance and mentoring, during my journey towards selection to CPO. It was never easy making it to this point and I'm sure that the road ahead will be even tougher. I look forward to the challenge as well as uniting with Brothers and Sisters across the globe in the world's greatest Navy!
Date: 01:57pm
From: MAC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Joshua Summers
Duty Stations: NASFTW JRB, NSA Souda Bay, MSRON 2, NAS Whidbey Island, NAS Keflavik.
Comments: Thank you to all those who provided me the guidance and mentorship responsible for my selection. Those who never gave up, never stopped pushing me, and never doubted me... I am and will continue to be their success and I look forward to the challenges that lay ahead. Rank does not make you compentent, Your competence will make the rank.
Date: 01:50pm
From: MAC (SEL) Robert J Sanchez
Duty Stations: NAVSTA Rota, Spain
Comments: Congratulations to all Selectees FY 15 Class 121! HOOOOYAH!
Date: 01:46pm
From: ETC(SW)(Sel) Zachary Murillo
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA LHA 6, USS SCOUT MCM 8, USS SPRUANCE DD 963, NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: Excited. Selected and Proud.
Date: 01:27pm
From: FTC (SEL) Travis Thomas
Duty Stations: USS Pittsburgh, Navy Sub School, USS Annapolis
Comments: Thanks to all who helped me along the way.
Date: 01:18pm
From: GMC(Sel) Brandon Oberbeck
Duty Stations: CSCS DET EAST, Mag Sprink Instructor
Comments: Hello All Genuines, I look forward to meeting as many of you as possible. I teach LAMPS and Mag Sprink OMR classes in Norfolk. I have a wife, Samantha, two step kids, Sydney-10 and James-8, and my son, Nolan-1.5yrs.
Date: 01:16pm
From: FTC(SS) (SEL) Samuel Malone
Duty Stations: USS New Mexico SSN 779
Comments: Thank you to those who helped me. Sorry it took so long.
Date: 12:52pm
From: CTMC(SEL)(SW/AW) Cecil L Greenwell
Duty Stations: NAVAL SECURITY GROUP ACTIVITY SAN DIEGO, DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE AGENCY, USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), USS ESSEX (LHD 2), NAVY CYBER WARFARE DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 12:45pm
From: AGC(SEL)(IDW/AW/SW) Craig Hawkins
Duty Stations: NEMOD SIGONELLA, NAFC NORFOLK, SGOT NORFOLK, USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65), FWC NORFOLK
Comments: Good Morning I am honored to be joining the history that has been paved for me from Chief Petty Officers of the past. Without their sacrifices and dedication I would have never had this opportunity. I want to thank my wife and my family for their support over the years. They have been there for me through all the deployments and stressful days. To all the Chiefs who have giving me guidance through the years, it was you who lead and mentored me and are a major reason I was selected this year. And lastly but certainly not least, I want to thank all the sailors who I have served with. I will never forget where I came from and I will do all I can to see your name on the selection list in the future.
Date: 10:18am
From: EODC(SEL) Barry A Despot
Duty Stations: USS CHOSIN, EODMU 11, EODMU 8
Comments: Thanks to all the valuable lessons (good & bad) from all the prior CPOS, SCPOS and MCPOS from my time in service. Looking forward to learning and becoming a better leader. HOOYAH FY15 CPO SELECTS!!!
Date: 10:14am
From: ACC (SEL) (AW/SW) James Maichel
Duty Stations: NASWI, TACRON 11, FACSFAC SD, USS PELELIU
Comments: Happy to be here!
Date: 09:46am
From: AGC(Sel) Stella Swartz
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT, FLEWEACEN SAN DIEGO, NOAC YOKOSUKA, NAS JRB FORT WORTH
Comments: I promise to not forget where I came from and the hard work of the all the Sailors that helped me get here. Thank you to my husband, friends and family for your love and support. Faith, courage, service true and honor over honor over all! Very respectfully, AGC(Sel) Swartz
Date: 09:19am
From: ITC(SEL) Christien GIner
Duty Stations: NCTAMS Lant Det Rota Spain
Comments: I would like to give a special to all my Junior Sailors, I would not be here with out you I hope that I never let you down. And to my Mentors whom have guided me in the right direction you have showed me what a true leader is. Thank you for all the advice and guidance.
Date: 08:28am
From: EMC(SEL) Joel Santana
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE LCC19, USS EMORY S LAND AS39, USNH OKINAWA, USS ESSEX LHD2
Comments: I will like to thanks all the people that help me get to this point in my career, starting with my junior Sailors, mentors and leaders. Thank you for all your hard work, support and dedication. God bless you!
Date: 08:08am
From: DCC(SEL) Anthony Morisset
Duty Stations: TSC, Great Lakes
Comments: Thank you to all of my mentors and my family, who got me here, to this point of my career. Good luck to everyone throughout their season and be safe.
Date: 08:03am
From: CSC (SW/AW) Sel Jonathan R. Ricardo
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19), Naval Base San Diego, USS TARAWA (LHA-), NAF Atsugi, USS ESSEX (LHD-2), USS BELLEAUWOOD (LHA-3)
Comments: I would like to thank all Sailor who supported me and gave me a chance to lead them and learned from them. YOU guys are the reason why i got selected. Also to all my mentors who continue to guide me and bellieved on me. Thank you! And to my wife and kids for their endless support and sacrifices.
Date: 07:58am
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Cameron Poteat
Duty Stations: USS Blue Ridge
Comments: It's such a blessing to be where I'm at now, eventhough I'm going through a challenging experience, I'll make it through and be the best Chief that I can be. #Teamwork#Stayhumble
Date: 07:27am
From: BMC(SEL) Derval R. Davis
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19)
Comments: Thank you all for getting me this far and past my most rewarding mild stone of my life.
Date: 05:54am
From: YNC(SEL) Daniel Krum
Duty Stations: VQ2, C7F, FLTPACEN, USS MT WHITNEY, RTC, USS DONALD COOK
Comments: I'd like to thank my father for helping me get to where I am now.
Date: 02:24am
From: ITC(SW/IDW)(SEL) Laurence J. Zeller
Duty Stations: USNS CORONADO (T-AGF-11), MHC CREW ENDURANCE, MCM CREW DOMINANT, NCTAMS PAC DET Puget Sound, COASTAL RIVERINE GROUP ONE DET GUAM
Comments: First and foremost, I'd like to thank those that have gone before me and have provided the inspiration for my service. It is with their service I stand before them humbled and with the promise that I will continue to carry the torch in their honor and for those with which I serve. I remain continually in amazement at the sacrifices made by those Sailors in the most demanding of times. I'd also like to thank my children, Nick, Collin, and Kayley for driving me to succeed. My then 4-year-old son Collin saluting the playing of the national anthem without my prompt was validation that our service will not be forgotten with future generations. A sincere "thank you" to those Chief Petty Officers throughout my career who've, even in failure, provided the example on how to acknowledge and remain accountable for mistakes, learn from them, carry on smartly, and share that knowledge with their juniors. Last, but definitely not least, I'd like to thank those junior Sailors who put me in a position to succeed. This is for you and I'll never forget it.
Date: 02:15am
From: GMC(sel) Ronald B Mejia
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Group one DET Guam
Comments: I would like to thank "The Lord" For believing in me, and guiding me thru good and bad times, for watching my back in two combat tours in Iraq and then becoming my "Sea daddy" during an "arduous shore duty" Tour, fate keeps bringing us together to serve our great nation and the greatest Navy in the world, from you I learned how to lead from the front, and how to overcome adversity and embrace mental toughness, I look forward serving with you in the Mess, again Thank you!
Date: 02:06am
From: PSC (sel) (SW/AW) Limalia Jeanjacques
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, PSD Point Loma, VPU 1, COMPHIBRON FIVE, NRD Miami.
Comments: I am excited about this new milestone, I could not have done it without my junior Sailors and the wonderful mentors. Looking forward to the season and the tradition.
Date: 01:38am
From: HMC(SEL) Joshua Wagoner
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton, Third Marine Aircraft Wing, NEPMU 5, USS Germantown (LSD 42), NACC Groton, Ct, First Marine Division
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected this year and i appreciate all those who helped get me to this point.
Date: 01:11am
From: HMC(EXW) (sel) Percival A. Valenzuela
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Sigonella
Comments: Glad to be part of this prestigious band of brothers and sisters.
Date: 12:42am
From: AEC(Sel) Aaron R. McCaslin
Duty Stations: AIMD(FRC) Norfolk, USS Kitty Hawk CV-63, USS George Washington CVN-73, USS Abraham Lincoln CVN-72, FRC West Det Fallon, NV
Comments: Words cannot express how honored and humbled I am to become a member of the Chiefs Mess! I thank GOD for guiding and correcting me, my wife and family for their love and support, and my Shipmates for being patient with me, guiding me, looking past my shortcomings and seeing the full potential inside of me. I am thankful for the Chiefs that have reached back and put in the time and effort, pushing me beyond my own expectations. I look forward to doing the same for my Sailors.
Date: 12:30am
From: GMC(SEL) Christopher Robert Korb
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto (CG-56)
Comments: Glad to be here!
Date: 12:00am
From: ETC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Blaize Pearson
Duty Stations: CSCSU Great Lakes
Comments: I would just like to say thank you to everyone that I have worked with throughout my career. Every one of them has played a role in getting me to this point in my career and I am very appreciative.
Date: 11:38pm
From: LSC(Sel)(AW/SW) Vincent Aldrich
Duty Stations: HSC-12 Golden Falcons, ECRC Afghanistan, NAVSUP FLC Naples, Italy, USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63)
Comments: To all the Sailors who gave their all for me and all the Chiefs who took the time to mentor and guide me. I would not be here without you. Thank you.
Date: 11:09pm
From: HMC(EXW)(SEL) Alana Yun
Duty Stations: 1st MED BN, Naval Hospital Jacksonville
Comments: Many thanks to my family and friends who have supported me these past 18+ years. Thanks to my junior Sailors who taught me what it really means to lead. And last but not least my mentors who are too numerous to mention and I would feel terrible if I left anyone out. I have given you thanks personally and you know who you are. Congratulations fellow Selectees!
Date: 10:55pm
From: CTRC(sel) (IDW/SW/AW) Daniel J. Kruppenbacher
Duty Stations: USS George Washington, NSA HAWAII, CSG SOUTHCOM, USS AMERICA (LHA 6)
Comments: Congrats selectees! I want to thank every Sailor that has worked for me in the past and every leader that has given me the opportunities to succeed.
Date: 10:45pm
From: ITC (SW/AW) SEL Renee Watkins
Duty Stations: USS George H W Bush (CVN77), Joint Staff Hampton Roads, USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN69), COMDESRON 50, NAVCRUITDIST Miami
Comments: I am so thankful to be here, very humbled.
Date: 10:16pm
From: CTRC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Joshua Johnston
Duty Stations: Suppact two, NIOD Chesapeake, USS kearsarge, NSGA Denver, NSGA Kunia
Comments: Thank to all of the exceptional leaders and mentors, you will never be forgotten.
Date: 09:56pm
From: NCC(Sel) Damion Caperton
Duty Stations: ACU 5, NRD San Francisco, NRD San Antonio
Comments: I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasnt for the hard work of sailors and the guidance and mentorship of Geniunes. My spouse and family have been a huge supporter of me and my career. I look forward to being accepted into the chiefs mess so I can share all I have to give with my brothers and sisters. Congratulations to all those who have made it thus far!
Date: 09:36pm
From: QMC (SEL) Perry Galen Douglas
Duty Stations: USS Nassau, USS Cape Saint George, Navy Recruiting District San Francisco, USS Green Bay.
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors I've worked with. I am nothing wthout you. I will cherish this opportunity to give it all back to you.
Date: 09:34pm
From: MAC (SEL) Terence L. Harmon
Duty Stations: NAVCONBRIG CHARLESTON
Comments: It has been a long time coming but hard work has paid off, a special thanks to GOD, SUPERIORS, MY JUNIOR SAILORS, and my family.
Date: 09:04pm
From: ASC (AW/SW) SEL ADRIAN URREA
Duty Stations: CURRENT: HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75 PREV: FRC NORFOLK (09-12), USS WASP LHD-1 (07-09), NSA BAHRAIN (AIMD) (06-07), AIMD NORFOLK (02-06), HARRY S TRUMAN CVN-75 (00-02), NAS SIGONELLA (97-00), AS "A" SCHOOL 97, BOOT CAMP 96.
Comments: First i want to thank God and my family for their unrelenting support and love. And the Sailors that have worked for me, because of them i'm where i'm at, they challenged me to learn more. . Last but not least ASCS (AW/SW) Julien for having faith and confidence in me, he gave me a chance and didn't let me fall on my face. He also taught me that a little unfff! can go a long way..
Date: 08:59pm
From: CTTC(SEL) Mandy D. Stephens
Duty Stations: USS MCFAUL DDG 74, SPAWAR SPACE FIELD ACTIVITY, USS LABOON DDG 58
Comments: Congrats to all that were Selected!
Date: 08:04pm
From: AGC(Sel)(IDW/EXW/AW/SW) Jennifer Davies
Duty Stations: NAS Corpus Christi, MET Norfolk, Naval Aviation Forecast Center Norfolk, NOSWC, PDDLANT
Comments: I want to thank my family for always being here for me, and all of the amazing mentors and Sailors that helped my get here. Thank you every single one of you!!!!
Date: 07:39pm
From: MMC(SS) (SEL) Chad G. Morgan
Duty Stations: USS Seawolf, NMCSD, USS New Hampshire
Comments: Live Free or Die!!!!
Date: 07:33pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Nathan Yenitsy Gonzalez
Duty Stations: USS LAMOURE COUNTY, USS ARTHUR W. RADFORD, USS ARLEIGH BURKE, ACU 4, NSSA GAS TURBINE SHOP, USS ROSS AND USS KAUFFMAN.
Comments: It has been a long wait since that day I decided I wanted to be a Chief Petty Officer. Congratulations to all selectees and thank you to all the Sailors that made it possible for us to reach this level. Thanks.
Date: 06:03pm
From: MAC(SW/EXW) (SEL) Ruben Gutierrez
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain, NAVSTA Pearl Harbor, JIOC-Afghanistan, MSRON 3, USS GRIDLEY (DDG 101)
Comments: I'm finally relaizing a dream and a goal that i've had for 11 years, and im grateful to all the Sailors whom i've served with, you all got me here, and i'd like to specifically thank the Genuine Chiefs listed below for their guidance and mentorship. Congrats and God Bless to all who were selected. CMDCM Mike Gonzales MACS Jason Toler MACS Omar Brunson (RET) MACS Todd Bruce OSC Neal Fasulo
Date: 05:55pm
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) James R. Wagoner
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), USS PELELUI (LHA 5), MCMRONTWO now TRHEE, USS PONCE (LPD-15), USS MESA VERDE (LPD-19)
Comments: I would like to take the time to thank everyone that I learned from on the George Washington and everybody that has worked for me at all the commands since, without you I would not be here today. To all of those that I have worked for thank you for all of your guidance and pushing me to do what was needed for me to get here as well. Last but not least thank you to my family who have been there for me all these years.
Date: 05:15pm
From: GMC(SW) (SEL) Mary Ralston
Duty Stations: CSCS DET WEST
Comments: I would like to thank God for this blessing of being selected as a CPO. I would like to thank my sister and brother in law for their support, without them I would not have made it to this point. I Would like to thank all of the Chief's, Senior Chief's and Master Chief's from CSCS DET West, CSCS DET SD and CENSECFOR for all of their guidance, support and mentorship. A specific thank you to GMC Manter Bock, GMC Bobby Ross and and GMCM Jason Tisdale, for all the personal and profession help; I have learned so much from each of you and am honored to be going through this season with you. Thank you to my sponsors, ICCS Alfred Grant and ETC Nicole Myers: I appreciate all of the support you have already given me…we're only two weeks in and I have already gained so much from each of you; I am truly honored that you are my sponsors! A HUGE thank you to my division N731 at CSCS DET West…I did not get here alone, I owe my gratitude to each one those outstanding Sailors! And to GMCM Mitchell Sepulveda: Thank you for not giving up on me, you truly impacted my career more than I will ever be able to express. Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee's! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 02:31pm
From: SWC (Sel) Jared Nugent
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, NRD St. Louis, NMCB 1, NRD Omaha, NMCB 1
Comments: Glad to be here, proud to serve
Date: 01:44pm
From: ABHC (AW/SW/EXW) (SEL) Hector D. Amador
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN-76), NCHB-1
Comments: I would like to take the time to thank each Sailor that have worked for me and those for which I worked for. Thanks for your service and for making me a better Sailor.
Date: 11:39am
From: OSC (SW) (SEL) Luis Huerta Jr.
Duty Stations: FACS FAC Jacksonville
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs that I have served under. I have learned and grown both as a Sailor and a Man under your guidance. Thank you all so very much.
Date: 10:47am
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Don White
Duty Stations: VP-26
Comments: I would like to personally thank the Chiefs Mess from vp-47 from 1995 ~ 2000 the Chiefs mess from MMF-C from 2000 ~ 2003, VP-8 CPO Mess from 2003 ~ 2006, VXS-1 CPO Mess from 2006 ~ 2009, VP-26 CPO Mess from 2009 ~ current and a special thank you to ADCS Jen Kiesacker, AMC Matt Morton (Ret.), Master Chief Rodger Reed (Ret.), and AMCS Frank Douglas just to name a few. There are so many people I would fill this hole block, and that's just the ones I remember. Some one in my family asked me why I have stayed in this long? I simple replied it's the people you work with that makes it special, the bond you make, the loses you experience and just be able to make a difference in someone else's life. It's truly priceless, so to all, thank you for making me a better person
Date: 10:01am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Steven Lowe
Duty Stations: USS COMSTOCK LSD 45, USS GARY FFG 51, FLEASWTRACEN, USS AMERICA LHA 6
Comments: First congrats to all of my fellow Selectee's, I mean future brothers and sisters!!! I would like to thank everyone that I have served with over the last 13+ yrs. No matter the pay grade I have learned things and I hope to have taught some things to and from each and everyone. I would like to give a huge thanks to the CPO Mess onboard the USS COMSTOCK from 2001 to 2010. Each one of you had guided, lead, trained, and inspired me to be where I am today and would like to thank you.
Date: 08:01am
From: HMC(SEL)(FMF/SW/AW) Eddy R. Cardenas
Duty Stations: Navy Dental Center, Parris Island; USS Abraham Lincoln; Navy Medicine Training Center; 1st Marine Division; Naval Health Clinic Quantico
Comments: Congrats to all that were Selected! There are many that I would like to thank, but There are a few people to I must mention as they have made an impact on my career and have been a part of my life personally and professionally. HMCM Countryman, HMCS Moravec, HMC Donadio, HMC(ret) Pearson have one way or another made me who I am today. Thank you shipmates!! NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 08:01am
From: NCC(Sel) Damion Caperton
Duty Stations: ACU 5, NRD San Francisco, NRD San Antonio
Comments: I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasnt for the hard work of sailors and the guidance and mentorship of Geniunes. My spouse and family have been a huge supporter of me and my career. I look forward to being accepted into the chiefs mess so I can share all I have to give with my brothers and sisters. Congratulations to all those who have made it thus far!
Date: 07:49am
From: CMC(SCW/DV)(SEL) James Bradley Richardson jr.
Duty Stations: NRD San Antonio, UCT 2 Port Hueneme, NMCB 5 Port Hueneme, NMCB 4 Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to thank each and everyone of those who serve our great Nation Past and Present. Our future lies within ourselves. GOD, Family, Country.
Date: 06:14am
From: ITC(Sel)(SW/AW) Salvador J. Sanchez
Duty Stations: USS BOXER, USS CONSTELLATION, NCTS Far East Yokosuka, Japan, USS PEARL HARBOR, US Northern Command
Comments: Thanks to my wife who supported me throughout my Navy career.
Date: 04:39am
From: MAC(Sel) Christopher Voge
Duty Stations: USS John S. McCain (DDG-56), NAS Lemoore, NAF Atsugi, Naval Base Kitsap Bangor, and transfering to SWFPAC
Comments: Thank you to all the individuals who pushed me to get to this point in my career.
Date: 04:33am
From: GSMC (SEL) Mark N. Quitiquit
Duty Stations: USS RUSSELL DDG 59, USS HALSEY DDG 97, NAF ATSUGI, USS FLETCHER DD 992, USS ELLIOTT DD 967
Comments: I want to thank GOD for this blessing of being selected as Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank my wife and my son for the support and love they have given me i love you jessa and mateo! Family and friends thank you so much for the love and support. To ALL Chiefs from past and present i want to thank you for YOUR wisdom, advise, ass chewing, patience and guidance you gave to lead to this point...salamat.
Date: 01:27am
From: MCC(SW/AW)(SEL) N. Ross Taylor
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District Phoenix
Comments: I would like to thank the following Chief Petty Officers for their guidance, mentorship and sound advice over the last 14 1/2 years: CMDCM Loren Rucker CMDCM Eric Cole MCCS (Ret.) Dan Smithyman MCCS (Ret.) Lisa Qualls MCCS Donnie Ryan MCCS Mike Raney FCCS Tony Houchin ENC Chris Richars MCC Jennifer Villalovos MCC Katherine Strom ITC Monty Johnson AGC (Ret.) Richard McConkie BMC Nicholas East NCC Derek Nelson MAC Paul Francois
Date: 12:04am
From: MAC (sel) Nathan Connor
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain
Comments: Hooyah!
Date: 11:42pm
From: MAC(Sel) LOU WARREN A. CANTON
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: Proud to be part of the Chief's mess soon!
Date: 11:29pm
From: LSC (SEL) Javier M. Ramirez
Duty Stations: ASD Norfolk, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, NRD Los Angeles, USS JOHN C. STENNIS
Comments: I would like to thank all the CPOs that have navigated here. I especially like to thank: Supremely most honorable Master Chief Van Malong (RET) Supremely most honorable Master Chief "Bong" Tolentino Most honorable Daryl Swearson Most honorable Dallas Ferguson Most honorable Max Paculan (RET) Most honorable Ervin George Most honorable Danny Hernandez Most honorable Jorge Tapia Honorable Douglas Weise (RET) Honorable Joey Kennedy Honorable Paul Harper Honorable Louis Lopez Honorable Jose Ramos Honorable Eunice Walter Honorable Melissa Calderwood Honorable Marty Tango Honorable Heidi Molinabatista Honorable Scott Dunham Honorable Jose Navarro (RET) Honorable Jesse Epting Thank you for the "push" and mentorship.
Date: 11:22pm
From: ATC (AW) (Sel) Jonathan Skipper
Duty Stations: CNATT Det Tinker, AFB
Comments: I would like to thank those who helped me get here. Thanks for the knowledge, the mentorship and wisdom.
Date: 10:23pm
From: ABFC(SEL) Jesther C. Sendaydiego
Duty Stations: NAVSUP WHIDBEY
Comments: Just want to thank God for the blessing. Second is my Wife and kids for the support they have given me. I like to thank you to all my sailors that I have lead in many years cause without them I would not make it this far. And my last thing is to all my leaders who lead me to the right direction and the proper guidance thank you.
Date: 10:07pm
From: ETC(SW/AW) (SEL) Ray-Jay Johnson
Duty Stations: CSCSDETWEST
Comments: I want to thank everyone I've worked for, with, and especially those that worked hard for me. Without the young sailors that I have had the pleasure of working with I definitely would not have been in the position I'm in now. I hope I continue to serve you well in my next position.
Date: 09:29pm
From: GSEC(sel) Erin Jay McDonald
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA LHA 6
Comments: Proud to be selected, can't wait to put on my anchors.
Date: 09:28pm
From: UTC (SCW/EXW/FMF) (Sel) Michael DeAngelo
Duty Stations: NMCB 74, CBMU 2, NSWG 2 LOGSU 2, NCG2, NMCB 1
Comments: Looking forward to earning the privilege of joining the Mess.
Date: 08:52pm
From: QMC(SW)SEL Carlos Gonzalez
Duty Stations: Nashville LPD13, TSCHR, PC Crew Bravo, BMU2, BULKELEY DDG84
Comments: I'm thrilled to be have been selected for the rank of chief and look forward to all the challenges that lay ahead of me.
Date: 07:41pm
From: MAC(SEL) (EXW/SW/AW) Matthew A Cuccaro
Duty Stations: CRG-1. USS MAKIN ISLAND, NEGB 12E, NAVSTANPTRI, PRT GHAZNI, NEGB 6.5A, NAVSTA GTMO
Comments: I want to thank all the Sailors that have helped me reach this point in my career and I want to thank all of the great mentors that have pushed me harder and further than I thought I can go.
Date: 07:32pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Jason M. Chadderton
Duty Stations: VFA-192 Lemoore, CA
Comments: Proud member of Team 121
Date: 07:30pm
From: AZC(AW)(sel) Sara J. Woodworth
Duty Stations: US Navy Ceremonial Guard, VFA-87, RTC Great Lakes, VFA-192
Comments: Proud to be a member of Team 121!
Date: 07:06pm
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Michael Blake Oldham
Duty Stations: Patrol Squadron 9, Patrol Squadron 30, Patrol Squadron 45
Comments: Thank you to all who have gone before us and paved the way for us to be able to become proud Chief Petty Officers.
Date: 06:38pm
From: PRC(Sel) Kris Bolhuis
Duty Stations: VS-35, AIMD NASNI, VANOPDET WHIDBEY ISLAND, HSM-41, VFA-2 and NSAWC
Comments: I could not have made it to this landmark in my career without the help of all the Chiefs I have worked for in the last 18 years. I also need to thank my junior sailors who may not read this today but, very may well in the future. I look forward to learning more in the years to come and thanks again.
Date: 06:35pm
From: CTMC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Joshua Stringer
Duty Stations: NIOD GROTON
Comments: I would like to thank the Sailors of NIOD GROTON, juniors and seniors alike. Without them I would not be where I am today.
Date: 06:26pm
From: LSC(IDW)(SEL) Matt Myers
Duty Stations: DLA DOT Atlanta
Comments: There are way to many people to thank to be able to list them all here! I would not be here if it wasn't for my Sailors and the many Chiefs who guided me along the way, including but not limited to LSC Tymothie Carver, LSC Tim Rust, YNC Shawn Duran, LSCS Vascoe Rozier, and MSG(LSCS) Linda Cline. You have all helped in no small way to get me where I am today and I only hope I can make you proud! Most of all, I would thank my wife whose dedication has helped drive me through good times and the not-so-good times!
Date: 05:56pm
From: ENC (SW) (Sel) Samantha Angosta
Duty Stations: CFA yokosuka, JN, USS Comstock, USS Somerset
Comments: Congratulations to everybody that got selected!!! I have heard a lot about the "Goat Locker'. I have always wondered what it was. I am grateful to be a part of a brotherhood/sisterhood that so big but always connected. I would like to thank alot of my Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs. Its too long of a list to write down. I think it'll be better to give them a phone call or email. again, thank you for having me here.
Date: 05:28pm
From: ITC(IDW/EXW/SW/AW) (Sel) Leslie Tate
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT Det Hampton, VFA-87, NIOC Pensacola, COMSECONDFLT, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, PSD Sewells Point, PSD Naval Air Station Norfolk
Comments: I am very proud that I can continue to further my 19 years in the United State Navy, but I am more humbled that I can serve a soon to be Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 04:39pm
From: AWFC(NAC/EXW/AW/IDW) (SEL) Paul Goins
Duty Stations: ASTC Norfolk, Support Activity 2, VAW-120, VRC-40, NAF Misawa
Comments: I would like to thank all the Sailors who have helped to get me this far. This is a salute for the the past 17 years of working with you, and prayer for however many more years we have together.
Date: 02:33pm
From: YNC(Sel) Dusty Alsbrooks
Duty Stations: USS GEORGIA (SSGN 729)(GOLD)
Comments: Proud to be here
Date: 02:31pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Brandon L. Simmons
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain, USS George H.W. Bush CVN 77, Task Group Trident Afghanistan, Sermc Mayport Fl, USS Enterprise CVN 65, USS Wasp LHD 1.
Comments: I would like to thank my family. The huge support and sacrifices they have made has made this possible. I would also like to thank all the mentors and Sailors I had the pleasure to serve with throughout the years.
Date: 12:52pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW)(SEL) David Andrew Evans
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT Det Hampton Roads
Comments: Thank you to all those who can read this with whom I've served. You have all helped to get me here, in one way or the other. Especially ETC Bedinger, (RET), ETC Anderson, ETC Bryars, (RET), ETCS Wallace, and ITC Ronsonet.
Date: 12:24pm
From: ITC(IDW/AW)(SEL) Tina M. Rivera
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT Det Hampton Roads, HSC-28, VAW-125, USNH Guam, USS Frank Cable AS 40
Comments: I want to thank all the Chief Petty Officers and Sailors that have inspired and guided me to this point in my career. My family is my foundation and without their support I would not be able to do this. They are my motivation!
Date: 09:47am
From: NDC(SEL) Christopher Lansford
Duty Stations: TRF Kings bay, MDSU 1, EODESU2,
Comments: Thanks for the push to the right door.
Date: 06:19am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Lisa Ann Hooper
Duty Stations: USS Gravely (DDG 107), NSSA Norfolk, VA, USS Nitze (DDG 94), RTC Great Lakes, IL, USS Preble (DDG 88)
Comments: Days ago, I started a list of people I wanted to thank in this section, but it got too long. I will personally call, message, or visit the senior personnel who believed in me and went above and beyond to teach me from their experiences. I will also thank the junior personnel that I managed or mentored. They challenged me with new situations daily and allowed me to learn and grow with them through trial and error.
Date: 05:38am
From: NCC (Sel) John Guy
Duty Stations: NRD San Antonio
Comments: Greatful.
Date: 03:02am
From: ITC(SEL) Christopher Garrett
Duty Stations: NCTS Far East Det Diego Garcia
Comments: I want to thank all of the Sailors that have worked for me and all of the Chiefs that I have worked for. You all got me where I am today. It is truly an honor to be selected for Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 02:30am
From: CSC (SW)(SEL) Octavio Isreal Hernandez
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT
Comments: Nothing to add.
Date: 01:48am
From: ETC (SS) (SEL) Matthew Fedele
Duty Stations: SLC DET SD
Comments: I was not born a Chief; It is through the hard work and support of the many men and women who taught and guided me that I am privileged to be joining the Hallowed Halls of the CPO Mess. To all my Brothers and Sisters: I will not let you down, and I will not forget the knowledge and wisdom you have imparted to me.
Date: 11:02pm
From: ATC (AW) (SEL) John C. Riggs
Duty Stations: VF-11 / VFA-11 / SFWSL / VFA-136
Comments: Thank you to all those that pushed me, pissed me off, but always made me a better sailor and person. I hope to do the same.
Date: 10:55pm
From: AEC(SEL) Tom Griffith
Duty Stations: VFA-106, VFA-37
Comments: I would like to thank the the men and women who have worked for me. The great mentors I've had that I worked for and most especially my family for supporting me and I hope one day to make them as proud of me as I am of them.
Date: 10:42pm
From: HMC(EXW/FMF)(SEL) Robert Lemon
Duty Stations: CAPT James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center North Chicago; MCAS-2 Yorktown, VA; CBIRF Indian Head, MD; NH Cherry Point, NC; MACS-2, Cherry Point, NC; 4th MARDIV 3/25, Akron, OH; USS Ponce (LPD-15) Norfolk, VA.
Comments: Thank you for all the wisdom and guidance that I have received and will continue to receive. V/r HMC(SEL) Robert Lemon
Date: 10:05pm
From: MCC(SW/AW) (Sel) Phillippe T. Beaufort
Duty Stations: U.S. Fleet Forces
Comments: Permission to Come Aboard!
Date: 09:58pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Samuel G. Reddoch
Duty Stations: VQ-2 Spain, VP-30, VP-40, NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I couldn't have done this without the help of so many people. I don't want to hang anyone's laundry out, but I have already made contact. Again, thank you
Date: 09:50pm
From: ITC (SEL) (SW/AW/IDW) Richard Powell
Duty Stations: USS MCFAUL, CID LS NORFOLK, CCSG-8, COMUSNAVCENT, SIMA NORFOLK, USS NORMANDY, USS NICHOLSON
Comments: I would like to thank all of the sailors and students that I have ever came in contact with. I want to thank my mentors: CAPT JONES LTJG TALBERT CWO3 HAMZAH CWO2 TYSON ITCM ROBINSON (RET) ITCM GRIFFIN (RET) ITCM DAVIS ITCM RUFA ITCM STOKES ITCS ZAKIMI ITCS ROBINSON CSCS ARTHUR YNC POWELL ITC STOKES
Date: 09:29pm
From: YNC(SEL) TERRY A. YOUNG III
Duty Stations: JIATFE KEY WEST, NIOC MARYLAND, NIOC HAWAII, COMNAVBEACHGRU TWO, VP-9, EODTEU ONE
Comments: I would like to first thank GOD for this amazing accomplishment. My wife, ITC(SW/AW) Lashandrea T. Young thanks for being my biggest supporter and always believing that I can accomplish such a goal, even when I doubted myself. My Mentors who trained me along the way. Thank You. Finally, my Sailors. All of you have played a part in this amazing accomplishment.
Date: 09:02pm
From: MCC(SEL)(AW) Burt Eichen
Duty Stations: NOSC Indianapolis
Comments: I could not have made it this far without the guidance of the Chiefs' Mess and my hard working Junior Sailors. Shout out to the greatest sponsor ever BMC(EXW) Chris Hinton.
Date: 09:01pm
From: PRC (SEL) (EXW/FPJ) Patrick J. St.Clair
Duty Stations: AIMD Atsugi Japan; NSWG-2/LOGSU II; SEAL Team SEVEN; NSW Advance Training Command
Comments: To Jesse, you were right; you told me so.... (Thank you!!!!!!!) A BIG THANK YOU to Chief Don Edmunds for getting my head out of my derrière all those years ago! Couldn't have made it without you brother!! Thank you for having faith! Thank you to all the Chiefs at AIMD Atsugi Japan for "guiding" me through my first DRB and keeping it at your level! I will try to earn what you have bestowed upon me everyday. To my wife for the 10 great years! Couldn't have done it without you! I LOVE YOU!! To Wass, LB, the two Lances, Troy x 2, Marc, Don, Kim, Steve x 2, Bob, Curt, Nate, Shawn, Sean, Devin, Jen, Jill, Matt x 2, Jeff, Ryan, Chuck, Bobby, Greg, Gomer, Dex, Scott, DD, Tim, Jon, John, Mike x 2, and Chad: You guys and gals rock! Love you mom, Joe, Rob!
Date: 08:34pm
From: OSC(SEL) Cornelius Cloyd
Duty Stations: USS McFaul (DDG 74)
Comments: Feels Great to have made it!
Date: 08:25pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Vern Clinebell
Duty Stations: USS TAYLOR, SERMC, USS PHILIPPINE SEA, USS SIMPSON
Comments: Would like to congratulate all selectees for FY15. Keep your minds clear and goals on your mind so that your drive never gets lost. If you need anything please feel free to email me.
Date: 08:12pm
From: AEC (Sel) Mathias Shreve
Duty Stations: VFA-103
Comments: Thank you very much to the great mentors I have had the priviledge to work under. I would not be here if it wasn't for your guidance.
Date: 07:57pm
From: BMC (SEL) JEFFREY L. HILL
Duty Stations: ATG MAYPORT
Comments: I would like to take the time out to thank all my shipmates past and present on helping me reach my goal!
Date: 07:53pm
From: OSC (SEL) DEDRICK PHILLIPS
Duty Stations: USS COWPENS
Comments: First, I would like the thank all the Chief Petty Officers that influenced my career and help me along the way to reach my highest goals. They have instilled their traditions in me and its my honor to carry on their legacy.
Date: 07:39pm
From: ITC(SW/IDW/EXW) (SEL) Robert Lamar Esters
Duty Stations: USS ROOSEVELT (DDG80), NCTAMS LANT , IRAQ, DJBOUTI, HOA, USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: i would like to take the time to thanks to GOD for promotion, without him this would not be possible, I would like to thank all the mentors and leadership who took time to mold me and watch me grow into the sailor i am today allowing me to reach this point in my career. Navy Chief Navy Pride!!
Date: 07:12pm
From: LSC(SEL) Claude Tolbert Jr.
Duty Stations: ACU-2, USS Kitty Hawk, NRD Miami, VFA-32
Comments: Truly an honor to be Selected this year with everyone. I'm very excited to learn all that I can from everyone and soon become a part of the mess!!
Date: 05:48pm
From: PSC(SEL) RANDY BRADFORD
Duty Stations: VA-196, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), PSD LITTLE CREEK, VAW-126, SOCJFCOM, VFA-103
Comments: Thank you to everybody that has helped me in my career get to this milestone. Special thanks to my wife, NCC Katrina Bradford, and my first Chief on active duty, PNC Michael Moss. Much thanks for all you help!
Date: 04:28pm
From: NCC(SEL) Tyler D. Magwire
Duty Stations: FRC Southeast, NDR Denver, NRD Dallas
Comments: First and foremost, thank you to my family for supporting me. Also would like to thank my past leadership of rsignificantly contributing to where I am today as well as all of my subordinates. I would definitely not be where I am today if it were not for you all. Very Respectfully, NCC(SEL) Tyler D. Magwire
Date: 04:13pm
From: CTRC(Sel) Kevin Southwood
Duty Stations: NSGA San Diego, NIOC Suitland, NR NAVIOCOM Georgia, CENTCOM TSA
Comments: I am very humbled to be part of the FY15 CPO Selectee Class. I would first like to thank God for giving me this opportunity. Secondly, I would like to thank the sailors, airmen, and soldiers that I have served with because without them I would never have been selected. I would like to thank all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have helped mold me into the person I am and the Chief Petty Officer I will become. Lastly, I would like to thank my wife and kids for supporting me throughout my career.
Date: 03:46pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Thomas D Bain Jr
Duty Stations: USS LABOON DDG 58
Comments: Thank you to everyone who had lead me in my career. In many ways you helped me be who I am today.
Date: 02:57pm
From: HMC(FMF/EXW) (SEL) Jonathan Nickdaniel Porter
Duty Stations: NH Camp Pendleton
Comments: I would like to thank, HMC Faron Jusino ABECS Patrick Young HMCM Lamar Bethel HMCS Stanfield
Date: 02:55pm
From: HMC (SW)(SEL) Mikendra Porter
Duty Stations: 3rd MAW
Comments: Congratulations to all the Selects! I would like to thank my family, mentors and Chief's who have helped me achieve this milestone in my career!
Date: 02:13pm
From: ITC(Sel) (SW/EXW/AW) Marquis Anthony Jones
Duty Stations: MCM Crew Impervious, HELMINRON FOURTEEN (HM-14), ECRC San Diego, USS Simpson (FFG-56), USS Gettysburg (CG-64), CID LS Hawaii
Comments: First and foremost i want to thank all the mentors and leadership who took time to groom and grow me into the sailor i am today allowing me to reach this point in my career. Second i would like to thank my family for supporting me and understanding my absence. As one of the most junior CPO Selects #180 i find myself humbled but very proud. Selected, Tested, and Accepted. Navy Chief, Navy Pride
Date: 12:39pm
From: ICC (SW) (SEL) MAURO DE LA RIVA
Duty Stations: CSCS DET WEST
Comments: I am extremely overwhelmed with gratitude owed to my Sailors, CE Division USS Gravely (DDG-107) who worked tremendously hard to get me here. Without them I firmly believe that I would have not succeeded. I would also like to give a special Thank you to those who influenced, supported, mentored and believed in me me along the way. ETCS John Dikun LT Mark Taylor (prior FCCS) (Ret) CPT Douglas Kunzman (prior EMCS) (Ret) CTTCS John Friend (Ret) CTTCS Matthew Ballard GSCM Yves Raynaud ITCM Mattie Wells (Ret) OSCS Richard Mills (Ret) FCCM Donovan Vizza GMCM Jason Gurley Above all else my family, my son Adrian, my Mother and Brother and Sister passed. Thank you for being there for me in every aspect. Congratulations to all the Selectees!
Date: 11:03am
From: HMC(SW/AW/FMF)(SEL) RUBEN PALACIOS
Duty Stations: NHGL RTC, 3D MARDIV, BUMED, USS WASP
Comments: Congratulations to everyone selected! Thank you to all Sailors past and present that I've had the pleasure and fortune to serve for and serve with. There are several leaders and mentors I've had over the past 14 years. Many of whom always have had faith, trust, and confidence in me. However there are only a few that have inspired me to aim higher, love harder (the Navy), and care more, a special thanks to you all. I'm truly humbled by the vital charge ahead and I'm looking forward to doing my part to leave the Navy better than I found it via my actions and support to the mess. HOOYAH! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 10:33am
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Donthan L Jackson
Duty Stations: USS IWO JIMA, NCTAMS LANT DET HRDS
Comments: I want to say thank you to my mentor and inspiration Chief Warrant Officer Eddie Jones. I took the lessons that you taught and philosophies and ran with it. Thank you for inspiring me to push harder!
Date: 09:53am
From: CTRC(SEL) Thomas W. Parker
Duty Stations: USS Nassau (LHA-4), NRD Nashville, CNE-CNA-C6F, USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: Thank you to my wife and children, whose sacrifices are duly noted. Also a special thank you to my mentors NCCS Adrian Jackson and OSCS Jose Ramiro!
Date: 09:03am
From: LSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Oscar Davila
Duty Stations: COMDESRON
Comments: Congratz to all. I have waited for this moment for a long time and now I can say I will be part of this great Mess. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE.
Date: 05:38am
From: EMC(Sel)(SW/AW) Charles D. Clarke Jr.
Duty Stations: USS George Washington (CVN-73)
Comments: Congratulations to all Selectees! Thank you to my Family and Friends for the love and support. To all those Mentors and Sailors that helped me along the way and believed in me, I truly appreciate you and will never forget your contribution to our success!!!
Date: 02:21am
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) N'Gai Parham
Duty Stations: HSC-23
Comments: My thanks goes out to everyone who believed in me throughout my naval career. My tour on board USS Nimtz was the catalyst for my career. My thanks go out to ATCS Fernandez, Reuben; ATCS Moores, Corey; ATCS Vandergalien; ATCS Organ, Chris; Master Chief Limer, Brian; ATC Whittaker, Blake; ATC Moore, Perry; ATC Gutierrez, MarcAnthony; ATC Mathes, Tommy. Thank you!
Date: 01:56am
From: AOC(SEL)(AW/SW) Jojo Soolefai
Duty Stations: HS-14, CNATTU PT MUGU, HSL-51, HSL-45, SERE WEST, HSM-35
Comments: Just want to thank all my family and friends for supporting me. God bless.
Date: 01:50am
From: ASC(AW/SW)(SEL) PETAGAYE H. BLAIR
Duty Stations: CNRSW TPU
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all the counselors, mentors, teachers, family, friends, cheerleaders, shipmates and leaders who helped me achieved this milestone in my career. Nothing worthwhile in life is easy, but when there's a strong support structure, more can be achieved. It is because of the hard work and dedication of the chiefs I worked for why I'm here posting on this website today. I would like to say thank you again for that, and I will return the favor to those who will work for me. I will take care of them just like you did me, and set them up for success so the cycle can continue.
Date: 01:38am
From: OSC(SW)(Sel) Aaron Parrett
Duty Stations: USS HEWITT/USS SHILOH/HQ/USNS BIG HORN/USS KLAKRING/COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that has been encouraging me since day one family and friends alike. The special mentors that has been guiding me in the right direction and last but most important, I would like to thank all the Sailors that I have had the pleasure in working for and for those who has worked for me I truly thank you for without you I would not have made it this far Hoo ya!
Date: 01:35am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Rollin George
Duty Stations: USS THE SULLIVANS/CPRW-11/COMUSNAVCENT
Comments: It's an honor to have been selected, I owe many thanks to the great mentors I had along the way, and the Junior Sailors that believed in me. Congrats to all the Selectees! HOOYAH!!!
Date: 01:25am
From: AMC (AW/SW) (SEL) Michael Hallett
Duty Stations: AIMD NAS Lemoore, NRD Buffalo, VF-103, VFA-106, VFA-11, VFA-101
Comments: Thank You to my children and family that has made significant sacrifices and I am forever grateful for their love and support. I also have too many Chief's, LPO's, junior sailors and Officer's to list, but I will spend the next few months thanking everyone who has helped me grow professionally.
Date: 01:03am
From: YNC(Sel) Helen Roysdon
Duty Stations: COMSPAWARSYSCOM
Comments: Congratulations to the FY15 Selectees!!!
Date: 12:23am
From: ATC (SEL) (AW/SW) Abiodun Oguntala
Duty Stations: USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)
Comments: Truly an honor to be Selected this year with everyone. I'm very excited to learn all that I can from everyon and soon become a part of the mess!!
Date: 11:58pm
From: ABHC(AW/SW)(SEL) Santiago Aguayo
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, FL
Comments: First, thank you Lord for this wonderful privilege and opportunity in my life. To the Chiefs that have helped me and never gave up on me .... THANK YOU SO MUCH!!I Also I would like say thank you to all my sailors with whom i have served with and currently serving with because if it wasn't for them this would not have happened.
Date: 11:32pm
From: AMC(SEL) (AW) RINGO OLMOS
Duty Stations: USS TARAWA, HC-3, HSL-47, HSM-77, TASK GROUP TRIDENT, HSM-41, HSM-35
Comments: Conrgratulations to all the Selectees. Thank you to all the Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career. I wouldn't have gotten to this point without your guidance and steel toe boot.
Date: 11:11pm
From: EMC(SW/SS) (SEL) Joseph Seina
Duty Stations: Present: USS HOWARD(DDG-83); Previous: Naval Special Warfare Basic Training Command, USS JOHN F KENNEDY, PCU NORTH CAROLINA(SSN-777), USS WYOMING(SSBN-742 BLUE)
Comments: I want to say thanks to everyone that has helped me throughout my time. Those who have stood behind me and helped pick me back up. Bill Warp, Phil Davis, Marcus Marchart, Jeff Hudson, Steven Dumars, EMC Ayers. Thanks. And especially all the guys and gals that have worked for me over the last 16 years. I couldn't have gotten anywhere without you.
Date: 10:22pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) ENRIQUE CRUZ
Duty Stations: USS SIMPSON FFG-56
Comments: Congratulations on everyone who made it, I am looking forward to meeting everyone in the near future.
Date: 10:12pm
From: CMC(SCW)(SEL) Joshua Dean Renner
Duty Stations: PWD SIGONELLA, NMCB 1, PWD LA MADDALENA, 20th SRG, NMCB 7, NMCB 11 (current)
Comments: Finally! Thanks to my parents for the direction they have always given me. Thanks to my wife and family for the unyielding support. And thanks to all of the great sailors/troops, peers, leaders, and mentors(active and retired) past and present that have helped me to develop into the person I am today. I would not be here without all of you.
Date: 10:02pm
From: GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Jason Scott Griffith
Duty Stations: Current duty station Coastal Riverine Group One. Past: USS Boxer(LHD-4), USS Bunker-Hill(CG-52), USS Constellation(CV-64), USS Independence(CV-62)
Comments: I want to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs I have worked with for mentoring me and got me to where I am today. Without the leadership and mentoring from Chiefs in the past and present I would not be where I am today. Thank you for your service and guidence along the way in my career.
Date: 09:20pm
From: ISC(Sel) Damon Cable
Duty Stations: USS BOXER (LHD-4), NSWG-1, HSMWSP, HSC-12, CRG-1
Comments: This is a great experience!! Been waiting a long time for this....here we go!!
Date: 09:14pm
From: OSC (SEL) (SW/AW) Aaron Smith
Duty Stations: USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, NRD Nashville
Comments: It is an honor to be selected and to be a part of something so special. There is not one sailor or Chief that I have worked for that is not a part of this. So thank you to all those I have served with.
Date: 09:10pm
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Chad Rayner
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Group One
Comments: Congrats FY-15 Selectee's!
Date: 08:54pm
From: AGC(sel) Joe McGonis
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Group One, Strike Group Oceanography Team San Dieg, Joint Typhoon Warning Center, USS Peleliu
Comments: Congrats!
Date: 08:52pm
From: DCC(SEL)(SW/AW) Kevin Long
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto CG 56
Comments: I would like to thank my Sailors from the USS Underwood, USS Nassau, NNSY, and USS San Jacinto. Their dedication to me and their work ethic that they instilled on me from both my Juniors and Seniors have molded me into the Sailor and leader that I have become.
Date: 08:50pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Clifford Grambo
Duty Stations: HSL-51, HSL-48, FRC-MA Pax River, HSC-25, NATTC Pensacola
Comments: It's been a long bumpy road but I have finally been selected. So many times I have stood in my dress whites on the receiving end of the Mess. But I know it was all to help me. I look forward to seeing you all on the right side now!
Date: 08:49pm
From: NCC (sel) Jason Lewis
Duty Stations: NRD NewOrleans
Comments: Good Morning This Is My Initial Entry Into The Goat Locker. To All My Shipmates From THe Eisenhower NAS Rota Spain And Iwo JimaThank You For The Support And Team Work I Be Been Blessed To Be Selected
Date: 08:45pm
From: NCC(SEL) Cindi Craig
Duty Stations: HSM 35
Comments: Thank you to all past and present Sailors that helped me to get to this point of becomming a Chief Petty Officer. It truly is an honor.
Date: 08:43pm
From: ACC(sel) Vincent T. Cooke
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: I'm proud to be considered for one of the greatest fraturnities in the world.
Date: 08:35pm
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jeremy P. Smith
Duty Stations: Current: NRD Nashville Previous: USS George H. W. Bush- CVN-77
Comments: I would like to thank my family, my friends and all those who have supported me over my naval career. I would also like to say a special thanks to everyone that worked with me and for me. Without your efforts, your willingness to do what we needed to and your excellent mentoring and guidance this Honor would not have been possible. Congratulations to my fellow Selectee's.
Date: 08:28pm
From: ITC(SEL) (SW/PJ) Ira Trussell
Duty Stations: USS Mount Whitney, Nctams Lant Det Hampton Roads, IA to Djibouti, USS Ashland, ACU Four (Current)
Comments: Its is truly an honor, I was 119 days from retirement and now there is new life. I have waited along time to be a part of the mess. Everyone out there that has helped me along, I cant say thank you enough, I wouldn't be here without you! Family, faith and dedication got me here and I will continue to use and pass along what I can to help mold the Navy for the future.
Date: 08:23pm
From: AOC(sel) Shane Carneal
Duty Stations: HM-14, NMC DET Oceana, USS Harry S. Truman CVN-75, CID Unit Corry Station
Comments: To my wife Lisa and two boys Levi and Jonas, you're the reason I do this, Thank You. To the Chiefs through my career who lead by example, who mentored me, Thank You. To all my shipmates who I worked with, worked for, and who worked for me, Thank you. Special Thanks: To AOCS De Iulio, Paul for the years of mentorship and support. To AOC Geneux for showing me the fails I had and how to fix them. To the CID Unit N9 Chiefs for the overwhelming support and leadership. To the Truman Chiefs for pushing so hard. Stay strong there! To the Chief's at Corry Station who have supported from day one the result seen today. There are too many people to thank because these six weeks and beyond are not possible without help and support from others.
Date: 08:21pm
From: ATC (AW) (SEL) Corey Renn
Duty Stations: SERE East
Comments: Congrats to all. Thank you to all my past Chiefs for their guidance and mentorship. Enjoy the season!
Date: 07:33pm
From: AMC (SEL) Oscar Garciaestrada
Duty Stations: HS-11
Comments: It is a pleasure be here. Congratulations to all new selectees.
Date: 07:28pm
From: STGC(Sel) Eric E. Kinzler
Duty Stations: USS ANZIO (CG 68)
Comments: I just want to take this time to thank my wife, Sharon, children Marianna and Isabel, division, and all the men and women I have had the privledge to serve with in my career. I would never have been selected without any of you. Thank you! Congratulations to all the Selectees.
Date: 06:13pm
From: SOC(Sel) John Harver
Duty Stations: NSW BTC Det Kodiak
Comments: Thank you to all of my former and current Chiefs!
Date: 05:37pm
From: ABFC (SEL) AW/SW Melvin Navalta
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, USS George H W Bush, USS Saipan
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that groomed me to who I am today as a leader. You are the reason why I am the Sailor that I am today.
Date: 05:36pm
From: SOC (Sel) Troy Button
Duty Stations: NSW Det Kodiak
Comments: Thanks to my chiefs in the teams
Date: 05:33pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Joseph Richard Demerath
Duty Stations: FRC Northwest, USS Abraham Lincoln, VAQ-140, HSL-49
Comments: Thank you to all those Chief Petty Officers who helped me along the way.
Date: 04:37pm
From: FCC(SEL) Derek Jay Renz
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes and USS Shoup(DDG 86)
Comments: Thanks to the following Chief Petty Officers for getting me here: ITCS Patrick Holden FCCS Scott Benjamin FCC Derrick Thalheimer STGCS Justin Schreurs HMCS Stephanie Minix GMC Benjamin Studley GMC Craig Barnard
Date: 04:30pm
From: NCC(SEL)(SW) RAYMOND J. WIEMER
Duty Stations: USS GETTYSBURG CG-64 (Present), DEP MED NHCL PAX RIVER, USNS COMFORT T-AH20, USS CLEVELAND LPD-7
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 CPO Selectees, hard work pays off, now it's about giving back!f
Date: 04:05pm
From: MMC(SEL) Henry C Joiner III
Duty Stations: USS DENVER LPD-9 ....1997-2002, SUPSHIPJAX DETACHMENT INGLESIDE,TX ...2002-2005..USS BOXER LHD-1...2005-2010......CONAVSURPAC...2010-2013 N45 TMIT......USS WASP 2013- ,
Comments: Congrats to all the Fy-15 Selectees.o
Date: 03:53pm
From: MMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Michael Wagner
Duty Stations: USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: We only get to do this once, enjoy it....
Date: 03:50pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Andrew Mudd
Duty Stations: COMUSFLTFORCOM
Comments: Congratulations to everyone!
Date: 03:48pm
From: ABFC (AW/SW) (SEL) ERIC L. ALLEN
Duty Stations: USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN-74), NNSY, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71), USS WASP (LHD-1)
Comments: Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 03:27pm
From: HMC(Sel) Vicente G. Mendes
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln CVN72
Comments: The command UIC21297
Date: 03:14pm
From: ADC(AW) (SEL) Chris Reynolds
Duty Stations: VF-11, VP-30, VP-16, VPU-1, VP-26
Comments: It took a lot of people to help me get here. From the sailors that worked for me to the Shipmates that I worked with to the Chief's I worked for. Thank you all. And to my biggest supporter, my wife, this would not have been possible without your support!
Date: 03:00pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Jason Pierce
Duty Stations: FACSFAC Pearl Harbor, USS O'Kane (DDG-77)
Comments: Congratulations to all the Selectees. We look forward to learning from those who have gone before us.
Date: 02:45pm
From: OSC(sel) Marlynn Sands
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson, USS Harry S. Truman, TACTRAGRUPAC, USS Mustin, USS Cowpens, USS Shoup
Comments: I would like to first thank my family for supporting me throughout my career. I will never forget each command I have been assigned to and the Sailors I have served with. The Leadership which I have served under has helped mold the Chief Petty Officer I will become. And lastly, the junior Sailors who remind me what's important in life. Thank you all for this opportunity!
Date: 01:21pm
From: GSEC (SW) (SEL) Warren Thomas Walston
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas
Comments: I wanted to thank my first DLCPO Senior Chief Basso. His guidance and leadership was a key reason I am where I am. I also wanted to thank Senior Chief Barraza for his strong leadership. You showed me you can go beyond your own expectations.
Date: 11:46am
From: MAC(SEL) (SW/NWS) ANGELA CARLEN
Duty Stations: Present- USS Howard DDG-83, CNRSW, SD, Kingbay, GA, Bharain, Souda Bay Crete, Porstmouth, NH, Pensacola, FL
Comments: Congratulations to all the new selectees.
Date: 10:39am
From: NCC(Sel) JASON CALDERA
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG 62
Comments: The wait is finally over, I can live in the moment of my dreams as I am tested trough Phase II 365. This is to you Aguelito, a promise based off the quote you once said. "Some times the best lives lived are left for others to live, Hoo-ya I'm living this moment for us.
Date: 10:28am
From: EMC (SEL) Kristoff Morgan
Duty Stations: NWS Earle
Comments: I want to thank those who have helped me along the way to achieve this goal of mine. I also want to say thank you to all my sailors with whom i have served with and currently serving with because if it wasn't for them this would not have happened.
Date: 09:57am
From: ISC(sel) Taslimi Edrick Carter
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD-6)
Comments: I want to express how profoundly honored I am to had been selected to enter the hallowed halls of the CPO mess. I am ready to earn my keep and demonstrate that I have the ability to train junior officers and develop junior Sailors. Navy Chief!! Navy Pride!!
Date: 09:27am
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Samuel A. Johnson
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Beaufort; MAG-31 Beaufort
Comments: First and foremost of all I would like to thank God for humbling me throughout my Naval Career. It has not been alway easy, but he kept me staying the course. I want to thank my wife and kids of supporting me and always beeing there. I also want the time to thank everyone who guided me and took care of me throughout my Naval Career.
Date: 09:17am
From: ICC(SEL)(SW) Angela Scardino
Duty Stations: USS JOHN C. STENNIS, SIMA SAN DIEGO, USS O'BANNON, USS FARRAGUT, SERMC, USS PHILIPPINE SEA
Comments: Congrats to everyone!
Date: 08:16am
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Quantae McCutchen
Duty Stations: USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG 51), NCBC Gulfport MS, CVW 5 Atsugi Japan, Navy Medicine Operational Training Center Pensacola, FL, USS LABOON (DDG 58)
Comments: I have been blessed to work with so many great people since I been in the Navy. I would like to thank the following people: CAPT L. Garsha LT D. Torrusio CMDCM K. Szyszka PSCS J. Lovell PSCS K. Cherry YNCS N. Sylvester YNCS J. Long YNCS J. Glover HMCS C. Brown (Red) HMCS D. Lewis YNC D. Lavigne YNC L. Birks YNC K. Fairley YNC Justen Davis PS1 F. Hubbard (old Hub) PS1 A. Tripp PS1 D. Marshall YN1 D. Mitchell (Weezy) YN1 G. Smith (Smitty Bo) YN1 R. Halili HM1 D. Jones (Shay) SH2 A. Benton LS2 C. Carmichael Mr. Joe Sacco My apologies if I missed anybody I will always be grateful for all the advice you provided me.
Date: 08:00am
From: EMC(sel) Cole Morse
Duty Stations: USS Donald Cook, USS Bataan, Port Ops Norfolk, Bagram Detention Center in Parwan Afghanistan, USS Laboon
Comments: I have had and currently have a lot of great leaders that have helped me get here and Ive been lucky to lead some of the greatest sailors there are. It goes without saying, I wouldnt have made it here without all you have done.
Date: 06:40am
From: DCC(SEL)(SW) Erik M Prager
Duty Stations: Present: USS PORTER (DDG-78); Previous: USS WASP (LHD-1), TPU NORFOLK VA (Disciplinary Dept); USS SAN ANTONIO (LPD-17) (PLANKOWNER); USS YORKTOWN (CG-48); USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63); USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62)
Comments: Congratulations to all of my fellow selectees. Thank you to CMDCM Steven Waddell (Ret) and HTCS Rachael Kimmey (Ret) for having faith in me over the years and for convincing me to stay Navy!
Date: 06:32am
From: CEC(Sel) (SCW/IDW) Vernon A. Keenan
Duty Stations: NMCB-7, NRD Montgomery, NCTL DET Iceland, NMCB-7, NRD Atlanta, NCTS Bahrain, and PWD Bahrain (Current)
Comments: First, Thank you GOD. Thank you to my lovely wife Hilda, and extremely supportive family. I can't explain the enormous amount of joy I feel for this selection. I give many thanks to the leaders I have worked for and Sailors I have worked with. Thank you for all of your support.
Date: 05:49am
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Daniel Citizen
Duty Stations: USS The Sullivans (DDG-68), MARMC, USS Fort McHenry (LSD-43_
Comments: I would like to thank my family for helping me throughout my entire carreer. Thank you to all Chief Petty Officers that have helped influence me to keep striving to meet this huge milestone in my life and thank you to all of my peers and subordinates because they are the reason I am where I am now.
Date: 05:49am
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Lawrence Martin
Duty Stations: USS TOLEDO SSN769, USS PITTSBURGH SSN720, USS MISSISSIPPI SSN782
Comments: Thanks for everyone who helped me out over the years to get here.Hoyaa, Go Navy.
Date: 04:59am
From: NCC(AW/SW) SEL JAMES BRIAN BROWNLOW
Duty Stations: NRD MICHIGAN
Comments: I am blessed and humbled to be able to have another opportunity to enter the Chiefs Mess. I look forward to gaining your knoweldge during the season and for years to come.
Date: 04:24am
From: GMC (SW) (SEL) Ramon A. Villarreal
Duty Stations: CVN-70, NMC EAD OKI, DDG-76
Comments: I would like to thank my past chiefs. TMC Tate and GMC Hadley. They both trained me to become more atttentive to detail in eveything I did. GMC Hadley for just being an awesome Chief. For teaching me the art of empowerment.
Date: 04:01am
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Joshua Ricky Freeman
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: I want to thank all of the Chiefs who mentored me and gave me an example to emulate. I want to personally thank MACM Douglas Hyatt for explaining me the process to me, pushing me, and holding me above the standard.
Date: 02:30am
From: MAC(Sel) (IDW/AW) Frank J. Newsom
Duty Stations: NCIS MEFO, COMUSNAVENT, NSA Charleston, HPU Charleston, NAVCONBRIGCHASN, VQ-3, HSL-42
Comments: I would like to thank all of my Chief's for their guidance over the years and the sailors who supported me.
Date: 02:03am
From: AZC(AW/SW)(SEL) Roberto Salas
Duty Stations: HSM-71, HSL-43, VX-31
Comments: First and foremost, I want to thank God, my beautiful wife and kids for supporting me in my naval career. This is truly one of the happiest days of my life, aside from getting married to my beautiful wife, and the birth of my two beautiful kids, getting selected for Chief is one of the happiest days of my life. I would like to thank AZCS Timothy Blackwood, without him I would not be where I am today, the immense amount of guidance and mentoring he gave me is paramount. I would also like to thank ADCS Andre Torres, AZC Tracy Mummert, AZC Arnold Martinez, and AZC Carlos Cabana, they shaped me and molded me to the sailor I am today. They gave me guidance, and put me in the right path.
Date: 01:20am
From: AOC(sel) AW/SW Kevin Christianson
Duty Stations: VS-32 Jacksonville FL, NAWMU-1 Guam, USS Abraham Lincoln Everett/Norfolk, HSM-41 North Island
Comments: I would like to thank my Sailors for busting there hump for me to get to this point, if it wasn't for those long nights in the Magazines getting the mission accomplished I would not be at the panicle of my career. Also I would like to thank my Wife for putting up with long deployments and a long ship yard period in Bremerton, WA resulting in 4 hour ferry rides back to Everett. To those Chief Petty Officers who helped me along the way I also thank you from the bottom of my hart for mentoring me to strive for success and not being afraid of failure.
Date: 12:23am
From: LSC(Sel) Candy Mccollin
Duty Stations: NRD New York
Comments: Go Navy, Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!
Date: 12:02am
From: CTNC (SEL) Ronald Judy
Duty Stations: CID Unit Corry Station, PEP North America, NCDOC, NIOC San Diego
Comments: I am humbled and very thankful for everything that has led me to this. I couldn't do this alone, my Chief's, peers, and sailors have played an integral role in where I am now.
Date: 11:59pm
From: ISC(Sel) William A. Urpsis
Duty Stations: NGA HQ, USS ENTERPRISE(CVN 65), NAVCYBERFOR FID DC, JAC Molesworth UK, USCENTCOM, C2F Staff, NSAWC
Comments: Just want to say thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have given me the course corrections I needed to stay on the path to excellence. Also, I want to thank all my Sailors...because without you, I would never have been selected!! And and a hearty CONGRATS to all my fellow selectees!
Date: 11:53pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Gabriel Zaldivar
Duty Stations: VP-1, FRCSW Detachment Point Mugu, VPU-2, VP8
Comments: If I have not called you or emailed you yet I apologize. I will contact everyone that has had an impact on my career when the time is right.
Date: 11:44pm
From: GMC(SW) (SEL) Peter Anthony
Duty Stations: USS LABOON DDG 58
Comments: Keep pushing brothers and sisters! See you on the other side! -Pete
Date: 11:31pm
From: ABHC (Sel) Charles Ray Ellis Jr
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: Thanks you all the Mentor I had over the years that kept me focus because they saw something in me that I didn't even know I had. Special thanks to ABHCS (Ret) James Carter, ABHCS (Ret) Curtis Evans, ABHC Alquin Parker, ABHC Alfonso Sosa and all the Junior Sailor that helped me reach this level I will NOT let you down.
Date: 11:24pm
From: ACC(SEL) Jason Grabau
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola FL
Comments: I would not have got where I am today had those I've worked with not invested the time, patience, and knowledge in me; and for that I thank you all.
Date: 11:22pm
From: ADC(AW) (SEL) Randy Penrod
Duty Stations: STRATCOM WING 1 Tinker AFB
Comments: Feels Great to be where I'm at in my career. Thanks to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that gave me the opportunities and guidance through out my career.
Date: 11:10pm
From: CTNC(Sel)(IDW) Ken Rea
Duty Stations: Naval Postgraduate School, SSC PACIFIC, NIOC MD, NIOC HI
Comments: I just want to express my gratitude and thank the people who helped me along the way to where I am today.
Date: 11:07pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Emanuel Butler
Duty Stations: USS MICHIGAN SSGN 727 (Gold)
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow Chief Selectees who made it in this wonderful year of our lord 2015. I wish you joy and success in your new roles as Chief Petty Officers.
Date: 10:56pm
From: AMEC(SEL) Zachary Turner
Duty Stations: VQ-3
Comments: VF-41:NRD NEW ORLEANS:VQ-3: SCW-1 DET OFFUTT:VQ-3 Too many mentors to listed, without the guidance, leadership and support of the of these Chief Petty Officers throughout my career, I could not have gotten to this point. Thank you and Congrats to all my fellow selectees.
Date: 10:50pm
From: PSC (SEL) Melissa Sanchez
Duty Stations: USS Belleau Wood, USS Essex, VAQ-142, PSD New London, C7F, NCTS Far East, CNAP
Comments: It is truly and honor and privilege to have been selected and have a chance to join such an illustrious fraternity. I would not be here if it was not for the Sailors I’ve had the privilege of leading and my Mentors that have helped me along the way over the past 14 years.
Date: 10:13pm
From: ETC(SW/AW) (Sel) Robert T Davis
Duty Stations: Transient Personnel Unit, San Diego; USS Green Bay LPD-20; Southwest Regional Calibration Center; USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76; CSCS DET San Diego; USS Bonhomme Richard LHD-6
Comments: I am honored to be a selectee of the most prestigious organization in the military. I would like to give thanks to all of my previous mentors. I have had many. I would to thank my family for all of the support they have given me throughout all of the years I have served. In all honesty, I have so many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have mentored me that if I were to attempt to list them all and I had forgotten one it would be a great disservice to them. So in closing, thank you again. Hooyah!!!
Date: 10:08pm
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Francisco M. Padilla
Duty Stations: USS NITZE (DDG-94)
Comments: Thank you to all my mentors who pushed me and belived in me for all these years. I am truly blessed and excited to join the greatest mess in all the military branches.
Date: 10:05pm
From: GSMC(SEL)(SW/AW) JEREMIAH BARBOZA
Duty Stations: EWTGPAC
Comments: Very proud to be able to sign this log. I am thankful for all the mentorship that lead to this moment. I hope to make everyone proud who helped me to achieve this goal!
Date: 10:00pm
From: BMC (sw)(aw)(sel) William Wesley Patterson
Duty Stations: USS Monterey, USS Germantown, ACU-5, USS Oscar Auston, NSSA
Comments: Thank you for all the support through out my journey
Date: 09:56pm
From: ICC(SW/AW)(Sel) Scott J McLeod
Duty Stations: USS Bataan(LHD-5), NMC FSD Yokosuka, USS Tarawa (LHA-1), USS John C Stennis (CVN-74), & SSC Pacific
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow selectee's. I would like to thank all of my mentors troughout the years and my family, I couldn't have done this without them.
Date: 09:49pm
From: ITSC (SS) (SEL) Michael P. Sawchuk
Duty Stations: USS Hampton (SSN767), NAVSUBSCOL, USS Hawaii (SSN776), NSSA/MARMAC
Comments: NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 09:46pm
From: ETC(SEL) Eamonn O. Sirhal
Duty Stations: NPTU Ballston Spa
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow selectees and thank you to all those chiefs throughout my career that helped me get to this point. As my friend ITSC(SEL) Gomez says, This is OUR year!
Date: 09:39pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW) (SEL) Hans Holmes
Duty Stations: NCTAMS EURCENT NAPLES IT, USS PONCE, JSSC-R, NCMS Det Groton CT
Comments: First and foremost, I'd like to give a shout out to my awesome wife Rachael for her unending support and awesomeness! I'd like to thank all of the leaders that have pushed me and never stopped believing that I had something in me. I'd like to especially thank CMSgt(ret) Randy Wilson, ITCS(ret) Jeff Alfeld, MSgt Matt Kerwin, ITCS Tarryl Mason and ITC(ret) Phil Rivette. I'd also like to thank my latest supervisor, who has put almost as much time into advancing my career as I have, ITC(IDW/SW) Douglas Halay! Wouldn't be here without the stern hand(at times) and course corrections by these folks. I'd also thank the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen that have worked with me in the past I wouldn't have made it half as far without you TSgt Cortney Howard, SGT Miguel Rodriguez, SGT Matthew Sawyer, IT2 Eddie Knight, IT2 Zachary Teets...
Date: 09:38pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Christopher Lanois
Duty Stations: USS BOISE (2004-2009), NPTU Charleston (2009-2012), PCU JOHN WARNER (2012-Present)
Comments: Thanks to MMCS(SS)(RET) Kress, MMCM(SS) Hall, and HMCS(SS/SW/AW/EXW/NAC) Flint for getting me to this point.
Date: 09:35pm
From: ABEC(SEL) (AW/SW) Miguel A. Scatliffe
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise CVN-65, NRD Miami, USS Carl Vinson CVN-70, NRD Los Angeles
Comments: I want to say a special thank you to my hard working young men and women of V-2 Division on board USS Carl Vinson. I also wanted to say thank you to all the great Chiefs that mentored me through out my career. I could not do this or be at this point of my career with out you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!! "You bring em we sling em" "You drop em we stop em"
Date: 09:24pm
From: SHC(SEL) ANTHONY UDELL
Duty Stations: SH A SCHOOL, USS ENTERPRISE, NNMC BETHESDA, USS LASALLE, USS CARTER-HALL, USS HAWES, USS BULKELEY, NSA MID-SOUTH MILLINGTON, TN, USS FORT MCHENRY
Comments: FY-15 NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE
Date: 09:18pm
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Andrae KEITH
Duty Stations: RTC GREAT LAKES, USS THOMAS S. GATES (CG51), LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE (CS "A" SCHOOL), USS VICKSBURG (CG69), NAVAL HOSPITAL JACKSONVILLE FL. (SHORE DUTY), USS FORT MCHENRY (LSD-43).
Comments: THIS IS OUR SEASON FY15 CPO SELECTS!!!
Date: 09:15pm
From: CTTC(sel) Aubin Lee Miller
Duty Stations: USS INGRAHAM
Comments: Thank you to all who supported me in the past and special thanks to my ALPO I would not be here today if not for you! Finally thank you to my wife Kelly for all your support.
Date: 09:10pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Justin Lynn Hopkins
Duty Stations: NPTU Ballston Spa, USS Theodore Roosevelt
Comments: I would like to thank HTCS Mullen, MMCS Leftwich, MMC Lewis, MMCS Flynn, and MMC Bishop for all of the support and hard work I have been put through to get to this point. Thank you.
Date: 08:26pm
From: AEC (SEL) Stephanie Beth Palen
Duty Stations: HSM 75
Comments: I would like to thank Master Chief Vannaman for never being soft, Senior Chief Reynolds for always kicking it back, Senior Chief Adams for being so "patient", and Chief Barry for challenging my point of view. Chief Fierro, thank you for almost every "look here shipmate."
Date: 07:55pm
From: MMC(SW) (SEL) Jason Howard Woller
Duty Stations: USS Anzio (CG 68)
Comments: Just wanted to take a moment from the hectic schedule and congratulate all of the Selectee's out there. Thank you to all of the people I have ever worked with. Whether good or bad I have learned something from all of you and you are the reason I am where I am at today. Everyone stay strong.
Date: 07:39pm
From: ITSC(SS) (SEL) Israel Gomez
Duty Stations: CID LS Groton, USS WYOMING (SSBN-742)(B)
Comments: It is truly a humbling moment to be selected for advancement to Chief Petty Officer. I would like to thank all those who taught me how to follow, lead, and how to be the best Sailor possible every day. A special thank you goes out to CSCS(SS) Daniel Davis, STSCS(SS) Tracy Crihfield, and my sea papa YNC(SS/SW/AW) Brian Kerns, for demonstrating what a True Chief is! HOOYAH!
Date: 07:36pm
From: OSC(Sel) Jason Cooper
Duty Stations: USS Constellation 97-00, USS Nimitz 01-03, CCSG-10 03-05, NAS Pensacola FL 05-08, USS Theodore Rossevelt 08-12, USS Ronald Reagan 12-present
Comments: Thank you to all the people in my life who have pushed me here, and who believed in me. Thank you again.
Date: 07:33pm
From: OSC(SW/AW/EXW) (Sel) Shannon R Smith
Duty Stations: NAVSTA NORFOLK SPECIAL OPERATIONS
Comments: I would like to thank all of the mentors I've had over the years but most importantly every Sailor whom I've had the pleasure of mentoring and guiding. You guys are what kept me going. I'm ecstatic to being going through this phase in my career and look forward to donning those Khakis and Anchors on Sept 16th. To my Family please bare with me during this phase, I promise it will all be worth it in the end. Congrats to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee!
Date: 06:44pm
From: YNC(Sel) Shawnita Jackson
Duty Stations: Navy Cyber Forces, ST-10, ACU 4, VFA-87, PSD Coronado, VFA-27, NAS Meridian, VFA-106
Comments: It is truly a honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I thank God, first and foremost, my family for there support and all of the mentors who have guided me along the way. For all the CPO Selectee's keep your heads up for this a the one and only chance we have to experience what we are going through, so just make the best of the situation. HAVE FUN...
Date: 06:43pm
From: CTNC (IDW/AW) (SEL) Mitchell Lee Smith
Duty Stations: NIOC HI, NIOC MD, NIOC Suitland, NIOC Bahrain
Comments: I am honored to have been selected, and I look forward to the training and guidance provided in the weeks to come. Thanks to all that made this possible; it is because of you all that I am able to experience this honor.
Date: 06:07pm
From: MAC(SW) (SEL) Ryan K. Martin
Duty Stations: USS Deyo (DD-989), Naval Support Unit Saratoga Springs, NY, Camp Eggers Afghanistan, Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain, CENSECFOR Det Kittery (SERE East.)
Comments: Thank you to all my past and present Chiefs, peers, Sailors and friends who helped me to get to this point in my career. Most of all, thank you to my family for supporting me for so many years through thick and thin.
Date: 05:12pm
From: HMC(sel) SW/AW/FMF Nana Owusuafriyie
Duty Stations: VFA-131,2/2, NBHC Bahrain, USS Tortuga, NOSC Bronx, USS DENVER, USS RAMAGE
Comments: The Journey has been long and I have waited forever for this chapter. I would like to thank LSC Owusuafriyie, YNC Walker, Warrant Cruz, My mom and family for keeping the faith. GOD has not brought this far to leave me here!
Date: 05:09pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Sam Gill
Duty Stations: NPTU Ballston Spa, NY
Comments: Congrats to all selected this year.
Date: 04:55pm
From: HMC (FMF/MCD/FPJ) (SEL) Aaron Lee Vester Ward IV
Duty Stations: Navy Medicine Training Support Center (HM "A" School), San Antonio, TX
Comments: To those who have helped and supported me in order to get here. My wife Tina HMCS Paul Preston HMC David Thacker Additionally I wish to thank my sponsor as I start Phase II EMC Lu Rubio
Date: 04:53pm
From: EMC(SEL) (SW/AW) Edgar Verdin
Duty Stations: USS Green Bay (LPD20)
Comments: Congratulation to all CPO selectees.dt
Date: 04:41pm
From: ATC(AW/SW) (SEL) Joseph Michael Neil
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln
Comments: Thank you to the chiefs mess for all of your mentoring and moral support throughout my Navy career and my family who has been my center and foundation.
Date: 04:31pm
From: PSC(SEL) Brian R. Stackpole II
Duty Stations: CNSP
Comments: Congrats to all the Selectee's! Thanks to all that helped me get here!
Date: 04:26pm
From: MAC (SW)(SEL) David Cussen
Duty Stations: USS Gonzalez DDG-66, NR NSF Naples sec det c
Comments: I am truly humbled to be selected. The amount of pride I have is immeasurable. There are so many people who helped me get to where I am today I couldn't possibly fit them all on this post. So of course, my family. With out you none of this matters. I look forward to being a part of the mess.
Date: 04:23pm
From: MMC (SS) (SEL) Christopher Turoski
Duty Stations: USS Georgia (blue) SSGN 729, NPTU Ballston Spa
Comments: Huge thanks to the guys who have worked with/for me and also to those who have mentored me throughout my career!
Date: 02:37pm
From: AMC(Sel) Jeremy Janda
Duty Stations: VAQ-135
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all the Sailors I have served with! It's an honor to be selected this year.
Date: 02:11pm
From: STSC (SS) (SEL) Jason Paulson
Duty Stations: NRD Minneapolis
Comments: First of all thank you to all of you that I have had a pleasure serving with through the years and to those who have helped me get to where I am now! My first tour was on the USS Columbus SSN 762 and then Submarine Development Squadron 5 Detachment Unmanned Undersea Vehicles (SDS-5 DET UUV), then to where I am now at NRD Minneapolis. I look forward to working and serving with you in the future!
Date: 01:28pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) ANTHONY STOKES
Duty Stations: DMA ROTA, DMA GTMO, USS MT. WHITNEY, NRD MINNEAPOLIS
Comments: I am so proud and excited to have been selected this year. I owe so much to my wife and children for their constant support and love. Thank you to everyone I have ever served with and all the mentorship I have received over the years. Special thanks to Chief Mishley, Chief Nies, Senior Chief Clark, Senior Chief Cruz and Chief Allen for everything they have done for me.
Date: 01:12pm
From: OSC(SW) (SEL) James Thomas Byrnes III
Duty Stations: VX-30
Comments: Would like to thank everyone who pushed me throughout my naval career to be the best that I can be. Would especially like to thank my parents and the rest of my family to who always supported my choices.
Date: 11:41am
From: MAC(SW) (SEL) Jamal Goodson
Duty Stations: NAVSUPPACT Naples Italy (current)
Comments: I will be honored to wear the Chief uniform on 16 September. I had a lot of great mentors during my career that I would like to thank MACS Shannon Smith, MACS Doug Brooks, LTJG Aaron Mitchem (prior MAC), MACS Daniel Reasland, CMC Herb Kelton, MAC Notorian Morris, MAC Roderick Hopes and many more.
Date: 11:30am
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Christopher Charles Reimer
Duty Stations: USS Dallas SSN 700
Comments: Thanks to Matt Snyder, Roy Fenstermaker and MMCS(SS) Cervone
Date: 11:06am
From: MAC(SW) (SEL) Henry T. Alderete
Duty Stations: USS FIFE (DD991), Naval Weapons Stations Seal Beach, NAF Atsugi, NAVSTA GTMO Bay, Cuba, NSA Bahrain, Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach
Comments: To the LORD my GOD, my Family, Friends and Relatives, my previous and present Commands, the Juniors, my Peers, and Superiors I have worked with, and the United States Navy thank you for helping me to reach this great honor and milestone in my career and life!
Date: 09:52am
From: ACC(SEL) Nathaniel Alspaugh
Duty Stations: USS WASP
Comments: Big thanks to all my mentors and Chief role models along the way. Also congrats to fellow Selectees.
Date: 09:48am
From: AZC(sel)(AW/SW) Zoe Squeo
Duty Stations: VFA-103
Comments: I want to say "thank you" to everyone who has supported my naval career. I have been so blessed and it is a honor to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. Thank you for all the advice, guidance and wisdom.
Date: 09:37am
From: HTC (SW/AW/SCW/EXW) (SEL) Sean Patrick Kelly
Duty Stations: USS Stout (DDG 55)
Comments: Thank you all for getting me this far and your continued help as I go from here.
Date: 09:20am
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Eligio D. Santos Jr.
Duty Stations: USS GUAM LPH 9, USS SHREVEPORT LPD 12, NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NORFOLK, USS SAN ANTONIO, COMDESRON 28, JEB LITTLE CREEK, USS WASP LHD 1
Comments: I cannot thank my Chain of Command enough for the full support and complete trust in me running the division and leading my Sailors.
Date: 08:56am
From: HMC (EXW/SW) SEL Bruce Wayne Wilson Jr.
Duty Stations: PARRIS ISLAND MCRD, EODMU EIGHT, USS NASHVILLE, MSRON TWO, CORIVRON TWO, MCRD PI
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs and my wonderful wife that continued to push me to this point. This is still just the begining!
Date: 07:55am
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) Umarr Osumanu
Duty Stations: USS ANTIETAM, NRD RICHMOND
Comments: Thank you every one, USS Antietam Chief Mess
Date: 07:04am
From: AEC(AW) (SEL) Juan W Morgan
Duty Stations: NAS Norfolk
Comments: No comments other than congrats to my fellow selectees.
Date: 06:41am
From: AOC(SEL)AW/SW MATEO C. AGUSTIN JR
Duty Stations: VP-5, VFA-211, NMC OKI, USS ESSEX, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectee's! Thank's to all the Khaki Leaders that never gave up on me during the early part of my career and to all the Junior Sailors that helped me get here.
Date: 04:11am
From: CSC (SW/AW) (SEL) JOIEH BALANTAC ANDRES
Duty Stations: USS Essex (LHD-2), NAS Lemoore (Main Galley), USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6), USS Defender (MCM-2), Naval Beach Unit 7 (Yokose)
Comments: To GOD, my Family, Friends and Relatives, my previous and present Commands, the juniors and superiors I worked with, and the United States Navy - THANK YOU!!!
Date: 02:05am
From: AGC(IDW/AW/SW)(SEL) Michael S Staten Sr
Duty Stations: COMTHIRDFLT, FWC-SD, NAFD-SD, SGOT-SD, CNATTU Keesler AFB, NPMOC/JTWC Pearl Harbor, NAFD Lemoore
Comments: First and foremost I must say that I thank GOD for all of my blessings through his grace. It has been a journey hard traveled and I never would have made it without my faith, my beautiful wife and our 2 children, my mentors, all of my peers and junior Sailors who I had the pleasure of working with, past and present. To my long time mentor Master Chief Morales, you saw potential in me when others didn't and you strategically led me to resources without me consciously knowing these tools and lessons would one day improve my chances for success. Thank you for everything!
Date: 01:56am
From: CTNC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Brian E Lawson Jr
Duty Stations: NIOC Yokosuka, NIOC Suitland, NIOC Maryland, NIOC Hawaii
Comments: Thanks to all the great mentors and Chiefs that helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 01:31am
From: CTRC(SW/IDW/AW)(SEL) Matthew J. Gaddis
Duty Stations: USS Green Bay (LPD 20); NIOC Hawaii; NIOC Suitland; NIOC San Diego
Comments: It is truly and honor and privilege to have been selected and have a chance to join such an illustrious fraternity. I would not be here if it was not for the Sailors I’ve had the privilege of leading and the Mentors that have helped me along the way over the past 12 years.
Date: 01:18am
From: OSC(SW/AW/IDW)(SEL) Bonnie A. Flynn
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan, Naval Base San Diego, COMTHIRDFLT(current)
Comments: Thank you to my family, my Sailors and my leadership. I am extremely lucky to have so many people in my life that continuously support me and push me to do bigger and better things!
Date: 01:09am
From: CSC(SEL) Kelly Abigail Sarrol
Duty Stations: USS Spruance(DDG-111)
Comments: I would like to thank CSCM Canniban, CSC Sazon, and CS1 Royales for all the training and assistance as a junior sailor. I accredit their leadership to my success.
Date: 01:07am
From: YNC(SEL) (SW/AW) Katherine M. Voyce
Duty Stations: VTC-12, CNSP, CCSG3, VS-41, VP-45, PSD KINGS BAY GA , USS JOHN F KENNEDY (CV 67), VX-9
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow FY 2015 Selectees. I want to thank all the great Mentors I have has in my Navy career.
Date: 12:12am
From: HMC (Sel) Frediller Donguines
Duty Stations: 1st MLG
Comments: To all my Past and Previous CMDCM, Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chief, From myself and my family, we do say Thank You for giving us an opportunity to worked with you and served with our finest Sailors. Without you, I will not be in this positions. I did treasure the guidance and peer mentoring that you all provided to me. Again, Thank you so much! Very Humbly, HMC (Sel) Donguines, F D
Date: 12:10am
From: PSC(Sel) Laderick C. Ezell
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70), PSD Pensacola, Navcent Det Iraq
Comments: Happy to be joining the goat locker.
Date: 11:55pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Joshua Peterson
Duty Stations: USNS Leroy Grumman (T-AO 195), AFSOUTH Naples, Italy, Naval Hospital Pensacola, USS Lake Erie (CG 70), NATTC Pensacola
Comments: There are so many chiefs that have helped me, and molded me into this sailor that was selected, I can't possibly name them all. However the two that had the most impact on me and are probably most to thank are HMCS(FMF) Rich "Doc" Boldt (Retired) who was my first true chief mentor), and ETC(SW/AW) Chris Setelin (Retired) who taught me so much about excellent leadership, and being a better man! Thank you all for molding and helping me achieve this incredible milestone!
Date: 11:35pm
From: SBC (SEL) Andrew White
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team 12
Comments: Excited to be selected and join the mess!
Date: 11:24pm
From: MAC (SW) (SEL) Thomas G. Mayhew
Duty Stations: EODESU2
Comments: I am truly honored to have been selected and know that it would not have been possible without the support of my family and the mentors that have guided me the last 18 years.
Date: 11:15pm
From: ISC (IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) CYNTHIA STEELE
Duty Stations: COMTHIRDFLT; CVN-76; FITC; GSA- AFGHANISTAN; NSW MSC; CVN-72
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow selectees. I am humbled and happy to be selected for advancement. I would not have made it without the support from my family, all the CPOs that help me realize my potential in the beginning of my career and of course the Junior Sailors.
Date: 11:13pm
From: GSMC(SEL) (SW) DUANE P. CURATO
Duty Stations: USS HOWARD(DDG 83),USS HALSEY(DDG 97), NRD SAN DIEGO, TSC GL GSM "C" SCHOOL
Comments: Thank you to all My mentors who showed me the right path. To all my fellow Sailors, I would be here without your support. Thank you!
Date: 11:13pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Cody A. Partin
Duty Stations: USS New Orleans (LPD-18), USS Russell (DDG-59), USS Halsey (DDG-97)
Comments: Thank you to everyone that lead, guided, and mentored me throughout my career. I wouldn't have reached this milestone if it weren't for all of you.
Date: 11:00pm
From: AEC (AW/SW)(SEL) Sebastian Mitchell Jenkins
Duty Stations: HSM71
Comments: Previously Duty Stations: HSM-71 (Current Duty station), HSM-75, HSL-45, HS-10, USS Abraham Lincoln. One of the many Chiefs that helped me get to where I am today was my last Det Chief ADC (AW) Telebrico, Alein. He was a great mentor. I learned how to operate with a detachment on while on the USS Princeton. He increased my professional knowledge and always assisted me in my personal life by being a sounding board. I will always remeber his comment "Just do what you do and you will be there". I felt like a change man after our eight month deployment together
Date: 10:53pm
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) David Willis
Duty Stations: USS COWPENS (CG-63), NOSC TAMPA, USS HIGGINS (DDG-76),
Comments: I am so greatful to have been selected for Chief!! Thank you to all the people i worked with and that worked for me. DCC Lopez, DCCS Weaver, AECS Correia, YNC Burnett, and DCC Root to only name a few. This is an excellent year as i get to go through with so many outstanding sailors who deserve the promotion- ENC(SEL) Bradford, DCC(SEL) Abegg, FCC(SEL) Johnson, NCC(SEL) Garner, EMC(SEL) Villasin, BMC(SEL) Horton, FCC(SEL) Snyder, OSC(SEL) Phillips, OSC(SEL) Wadsworth. HOORAY!
Date: 10:42pm
From: CTTC(Sel) Jonathan Cox
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal, NRD Portland, USS Momsen
Comments: I would really like to thank every Sailor that I've had the pleasure of serving with. I know the importance of being surrounded by great friends and family and have been lucky enough to have both in my life.
Date: 10:31pm
From: MNC(SW) (SEL) Ryan R. Bish
Duty Stations: USS AVENGER, NMC UNIT CHARLESTON, MCM CREW PERSISTENT
Comments: Congratulations to all of the FY15 CPO Selectees! I would like to thank my family first for all of the support. Second to all of those who have worked for me and help me attain this huge career milestone. Last i want to thank all the CPO's that have guided and lead me to be the sailor i am today!
Date: 10:29pm
From: NCC(Sel) Jeremy D. Garner
Duty Stations: USS Denver (LPD 9), SWRMC, USS Antietam (CG 54), USS Cowpens (CG 63)
Comments: First of all I would like to say thank you to everyone who has supported me this far in my career. Without you I would not be here. I also want to send a special thank you to my wife, Teresha, for the many years of sacrifice during my 12 year career. I really appreciate having a woman like you on my side. V/R NCC(Sel)(SW) J. D. Garner Command Career Counselor USS Cowpens (CG 63)
Date: 10:28pm
From: YNC(Sel) Cecilia E. Mitchell
Duty Stations: NR-SPAWAR 119/ NAVCENT FWD HQ AFG/ USNS MERCY/ NMCSD / VRC-30
Comments: Hard work definitely pays off. My name wouldn't be on the selection list if it wasnt for my family who has always supported for me during some of the most demanding and challenging days of my career in the Navy. My leadership has always had my back in all the decisions I have made to pursue my goals in the Navy. Thank you all for always believing in me and for your unconditional support. Good Luck to everyone during Phase II. Keep your head up. Very respectfully, YNC(Sel) Cecilia E. Mitchell
Date: 10:09pm
From: ADC(sel) Jesse Dougherty
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island VAQ-140
Comments: ATCS David Bovee, ADCS Samuel Benson, ADC Ivan Glumsoff, and AMEC Eddy Evangalista. Without your Mentorship, support, and brutal honesty I would not be where I am today. Thank you all.
Date: 09:41pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Chad j Abel
Duty Stations: HSM-72, RTC, HS-4
Comments: Thank you honorable chiefs, more honorable senior chiefs, and most honorable master chiefs for guiding me in the right direction to get me to this momentous point in my career.
Date: 09:40pm
From: HMC(Sel) Andray Williams
Duty Stations: Camp Gieger, NH Guam, NH Jacksonville, 3D MLG, NRD Jax, 1/9
Comments: This is a great honor and I realize I didn't get here based off my own merits alone. I'd like to thank all my shipmates from the most Senior to the most Junior. Special Thanks to: HMCS Richard Whitney; HMCS Sherri Barfield; NCCM James Whitter; former MACS now LT Larry Driscoll and all the 1st Battalion 9th Marines Corpsman!!
Date: 09:07pm
From: FCC(SW)(sel) Jason C. Osborn
Duty Stations: USS Ramage (DDG 61)
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has helped me along the way.
Date: 08:48pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Michael C. Allen
Duty Stations: USS John Paul Jones, USS Higgins, CSF SERE West
Comments: My utmost thanks to HMCS Ed Biggs, FCCS Kurt Heidenreich, ICC Thomas Greer, STGC Jaime Martinez, FCCS Andrew Zalewski, FCC Pam Kreie, and FCC Michele Segala for all of your mentor ship, guidance, and knowledge.
Date: 08:46pm
From: ASC (AW/SW) (SEL) DAPHNE GUZMAN
Duty Stations: NAS OCEANA, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON, USS RONALD REAGAN, USS KEARSARGE, CNATTU JAX
Comments: Very happy to be part of the world's greatest fraternity. I'm here to help anyone who contacts me.
Date: 08:26pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Jonathon T. Birkle Sr.
Duty Stations: Current: 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, MCB Camp Pendleton, CA.
Comments: I want to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chief and Master Chief that have touched me throughout my career. If it wasn't for their direct guidance and mentorship, I wouldn't be the Sailor I am today.I also want to thank all the Sailors I've worked with, from E-1 thru E-6. It was their dedication and hard work that got me herw today. Learning humility and being humble. These are the two key character traits one must learn as they progress thought CPO 365 Phase II. For some, including myself, these two traits can be very difficult to grasp. Congratulations to all the Selectees. Don't forget to eat and stay hydrated throughout the next 6 weeks. Take care of your families as well. Thank you.
Date: 08:22pm
From: CTRC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Ronaldo Rocco Currier
Duty Stations: NSGA Norfolk, NSA/CSS Hawaii, NSA/CSS Georgia, USS Chancellorsville, COMTHIRDFLT
Comments: I want to say thanks to my family for being so supportive throughout my Navy career and to all of the leadership that mentored me. Thanks again, it's because of you, I was selected.
Date: 07:52pm
From: GMC (SW/EXW/AW) (Sel) Todrick Christful
Duty Stations: CVN 69, MSRON 7, CSCSU Great Lakes, USS Stout
Comments: Thank you to all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs for mentoring me throughout my career. Big thanks to my junior Sailors who also played a major role in my selection.
Date: 07:33pm
From: MMC(Sel)(SS) Matthew Sands
Duty Stations: USS Memphis (SSN-691), USS Hawaii (SSN-776), NSSC PMTPH, USS North Carolina (SSN-777)
Comments: I am a United States Sailor I will support and defend the Constitution of The United States of America and i will obey the Orders of those appointed over me. I Represent the fighting Spirit of the Navy and those who have gone before me to Defend Freedom and Democracy around the world. I proudly serve my country's Navy combat team with HONOR, COURAGE and COMMITMENT. I am committed the excellence and the fair treatment of all. HOOY-YAH
Date: 07:00pm
From: STGC (SW/IUSS) (SEL) Jonathan Grover
Duty Stations: USS Mitscher DDG57; NOPF Dam Neck; ASW Training Center, Point Loma, CA; USS OSCAR AUSTIN DDG79
Comments: This is an exciting time for my fellow Chief Selects and I. I look forward to meeting my new extended family.
Date: 06:50pm
From: YNC(SW) (SEL) John Grant
Duty Stations: ACU2; USS SAIPAN (LHA-2); USS EISENHOWER CVN-69; NATO ACT; USS OSCAR AUSTIN DDG 79
Comments: Excited about being selected, thank you to all the mentors that helped me along the way.
Date: 06:39pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Sandro Farduchi Jr
Duty Stations: USS HAWES FFG-53, USS OSCAR AUSTIN DDG-79
Comments: Glad to have been selected. Thank you to all the Mentors who have supported and guided to this point in my career. Ready to hit the deck-plates running!!!
Date: 06:33pm
From: GSEC (SW) (SEL) FRANK GRAHAM
Duty Stations: USS BRISCOR (DD-977); USS MITSCHER (DDG 57); NRD RALEIGH; USS OSCAR AUSTIN (DDG 79)
Comments: Excited about being selected.
Date: 06:13pm
From: SBC (SWCC) (SEL) Benjamin Anthony Koziel
Duty Stations: ATC Det Stennis (SOTR), SBT-22
Comments: Thank you, SBCS Collins and SBC Madison! Because of your example of Dedication, I am here! I will be that same example!
Date: 04:12pm
From: AWRC(NAC/AW) SEL Erica Gibson
Duty Stations: HS-14, HS-10, HS-10 SAU, HSC-3 SAU
Comments: Best day of our lives!!! Couldn't have made it here without all of the guidance and support given by both my subordinates and my superiors. Congratulations to everyone! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 04:08pm
From: LSC(SW)(SEL) Jayson Atos
Duty Stations: HC5, VAQ-135, HSC-25, COMAEWINGPAC, USS FRANK CABLE, COMVAQWINGPAC, USS VELLA GULF
Comments: First and foremost, just wanted to thank the Lord and to my family that supported me. Also, to all my past and present Sailors that got me where I'm at now. Congratulation to all FY-15 CPO Selectees.
Date: 03:49pm
From: FCC(SEL) Zach Snyder
Duty Stations: USS Cowpens (CG-63)
Comments: It is truly an honor to have been selected and going through the most distinct transition in the United States Military.
Date: 02:54pm
From: AEC(AW)(sel) Nathan E. Larch
Duty Stations: HSL-84,HC-85/HSC-85,VFC-12,HM-15, currently VFC-12
Comments: It is truly an honor to have been selected. Thanks to my family and everyone who has made an impact on me and my career.
Date: 02:37pm
From: GMC(SEL) Kentson Belfon
Duty Stations: NMC EAD DET PH HI
Comments: Thank you GMCS Jaye Bell, MNCS Luis Ortiz, GMC Leon Menchaca. For guiding me and mentoring me to achieve this great milestone.
Date: 02:11pm
From: ITC(SEL) Scott L. Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS Thorn (DD-988), NCIS HQ Washington DC, USS Stethem (DDG-63), SOCCE-HOA, LCS Crew 102, USS Fort Worth, USS Freedom
Comments: Thank you to all who have supported me and helped me get here.
Date: 01:51pm
From: HMC(FMF/EXW) (SEL) Steven Fearnside
Duty Stations: Naval Branch Health Clinic NAS Whiting Field
Comments: I would like to thank all my Mentors, past and present for helping me though my career. You never get anywhere alone, but can cover any distance with strong backs supporting you. A big Thank You to my biggest supporter at my current command, HMCM Lennis McNutt, and HMC Cabello. It means a lot to have their support; along with many others. Again Thank You.
Date: 01:16pm
From: MAC(FMF)(Sel) Ryan West
Duty Stations: NAS FT Worth JRB
Comments: So. First off I would like to thank Jesus Christ for being my lord and savior. I was selected for Chief. I have many people to thank, because I could not have done this on my own. I have been blessed with many great Chiefs and Officers in my career all of whom provided wisdom and guidance. My Sailors. I can only hope one day my Sailors know how much they have meant to me even though at the time they may have been cursing me out. All of who I am and what I have learned from my leaders is development of the future and the future leaders. My family has stood by me for the past 18 years through thick and thin. I can't thank my wife enough. I love you Shada. I enthusiastically embrace the next 6+ weeks to hone my skills and learn some new ones. Thank you all again and I will be getting around to making phone calls when I can come up for air.
Date: 12:27pm
From: LSC(SEL) Hector Camacho Alvarez
Duty Stations: NSWCEN
Comments: Thanks to all the people that work with me.
Date: 12:07pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) LaVonderick Campbell
Duty Stations: USS PATRIOT (MCM 7); CRS-10; NMPS PH; VFA-25; NSAWC
Comments: If nothing humbles you, the fact that we are about to become a valued part of 121 years and continuing should. Thank god, my Sailors, leadership and my daughters - without them, I wouldn't know why my motivation would come from. HOOYAH!
Date: 11:57am
From: ITC (SEL) Ryan Collins
Duty Stations: USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Comments: I would like to thank all family, friends, mentors, and junior sailors who helped me thoughout my career. Without them, it would not have been possible for me to goal to become a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 09:45am
From: QMC(SEL) Danny Felton
Duty Stations: USS PENSACOLA, USS OAK HILL, NRD ATLANTA, USS WINSTON S. CHURCHILL, USS PORTER, ATGWP, USS KLAKRING, USS GUNSTON HALL
Comments: FIRST OF ALL I THANK GOD AND FAMILY AND ALL MY JUNIOR SAILORS,, THEY ARE THE ONES WHO GOT ME THIS FAR. THANK YOU
Date: 08:14am
From: EODC (EWS/SW) (SEL) Jeremey Marco
Duty Stations: EOD MU5 DET 51, EOD MU1, USS Preble (DDG-88)
Comments: I was unable to attend CPO induction with other FY-14 CPO Selectees due to the Op-tempo on my last deployment, however that has not deterred me from completing Induction. I am going through this year, with FY-15 Selects. May the good times roll!
Date: 08:02am
From: ABHC(AW/SW)(SEL) KERRY DEMARQUES CARTER
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN 73
Comments: I would like to thank God first and foremost because without him, I would be anything. I would like to my lil girls daddy did all this for you. To all my Chiefs who have guided through my career and help me get where I'm at today. To all my Sailors, past, present and future. Thank u, u push me to grow to learn to lead every last one of you. All of you is the reason why I'm sitting where I'm at today. Thank each and every last one of you.
Date: 05:36am
From: LSC (AW/SW)(SEL) ALFREDO RIOS SANTIAGO
Duty Stations: USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63); NAS SIGONELLA; VP-45; USS GUNSTON HALL (LSD 44).
Comments: I would like to thank God first and foremost because without him, I wouldn't be anything. I would like to thank my wife for her undying support and love. I would also like to thank all the Chiefs that guided and mentored me throughout the years. To my Sailors, past, present and future; THANK YOU! You push me to grow. You push me to know more. You push me to be stronger. You push me to strive for excellence. You motivate me with your accomplishments. You push me to be a leader. You got me to where I am today...
Date: 05:31am
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Derek Scammon
Duty Stations: USS Cheyenne, NAVSUBTRACENPAC, USS Olympia
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow Selectees, and many thanks to every Chief who got me here. There are an awful lot of you, but some that come to mind are John J. Perryman, Steve Perry, Anthony Moretti, Daniel Kloepfer, and probably most of all, Hank LaPoint. I owe you guys a ton. Thank you.
Date: 04:46am
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Keith J. Bittinger
Duty Stations: Naval Submarine Support Center Kings Bay GA
Comments: FY2015 CPO Selectee
Date: 04:04am
From: NCC(SS/SW)(SEL) Lawrence Page
Duty Stations: NRD Los Angeles / NRD Denver / AS-40 Frank Cable / NAVSUBSCOL / Henry M Jackson SSBN 730(G)
Comments: I am glad to finally get a chance to knock on the door. I looking forward to all the training I am going to get.
Date: 03:48am
From: CTIC(SG)(SEL) Robert Williams
Duty Stations: NIOC HAWAII
Comments: Happy and humbled to be here.
Date: 03:06am
From: ADC(AW/SW)(SEL) Joshua S. Hall
Duty Stations: HSL-41, HSL-37, NRD ST. LOUIS, AND HSC-28
Comments: Thank you for seeing something in me that I did not, for pushing me to my limits and helping me back up after I fell. It is truly remarkable the impact a single Sailor can make on your life, now surround yourself with thousands of them. To every Sailor I have crossed paths with, thank you for teaching me. Congrats to all of this years Selectees, I look forward to seeing you in the Fleet!
Date: 01:18am
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Adriana Fotu
Duty Stations: VFA-125, NMCSD, USNS MERCY, USNH YOKOSUKA, FST-6, USNH NAPLES
Comments: First of all I would like to thank GOD for everything he has given me. My family for always supporting me and believing in me, especially my son Gabriel V. Fotu. To all my mentors and Sailors, I would'nt be where I am if it wasn't for every single one of you. Thank you to HMC Tison, HMCS Thomason, HMC Gracie, and HMC Wilson, you all definitely made an impact in my life. Very Respectfully HMC(sel) Fotu
Date: 12:51am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Nolan C. Schramm
Duty Stations: VP-1, ECRC-SD, AIMD-Sigonella, VP-8
Comments: Happiness and humility, as I realized the effort that others put forward to make me a Chief. Thanks to my wife and family, who have sacrificed so much to see this day. Thanks to all my fellow Sailors who helped me to this point, because all I do is for them and through them. Thanks to the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have looked out for me all these years, and are always teaching the lessons I need to learn: AFCM Roger Reed, AOCS Gary, AECS Preston, ATCS Rush, ATCS Ellis, AEC Fedukovich, AEC Albritton, AOC Ketchum, ATC Brewer, AEC Adauto, ATC George Love ... and all others! Hooyah!
Date: 12:26am
From: ETC (SW) (sel) Daniel Raley
Duty Stations: NAS JRB New Orleans, USS Robert G Bradley, Naval communication Telephone Station Jacksonville, USS Vicksburg
Comments: There are no words to describe the honor it has been to me to be selected! A Simple thank you does not do justice to those Chiefs who have mentored me throughout the years but those words are all I have.. so I say a heartfelt Thank you Chief! To you all.
Date: 12:20am
From: PSC(SW/AW) (Sel) Larry S. Hopkins
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) Plankowner, USS HIGGINS (DDG 76) Plankowner, PSD NAVSTA San Diego, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), PSD Afloat West, CJIATF 435 Kabul, Afghanistan, MCM Crew Swerve, MCM Crew Fearless
Comments: Congratulations to all of the FY15 CPO Selectees! I would like to thank my family and friends that have supported me throughout my career. I would also like to thank all of the Chiefs that have mentored, inspired, trained, and motivated me over the years! My fiancee and I were waiting for me to retire in October to get married but we BOTH found out that we were selected for Chief! YNC(Sel) and PSC(Sel). I was supposed to check out on terminal leave this past Friday. Thanks again to everyone! Talk about life changing!
Date: 12:15am
From: OSC(SEL)(SW) Matthew Hamilton
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco, USS Chancellorsville, USS John S McCain
Comments: Congrats to all Selectees!
Date: 12:10am
From: STGC (SW/AW/IUSS) (SEL) Ronald J. DeJarnett
Duty Stations: TTF Learning Site Whidbey Island (2012-present), USS John C. Stennis CVN-74 (2008-2012), Command Naval Forces Japan-CNFJ (2004-2007), IUSS Sea Component West-ISCW (2000-2004), USS Vella Gulf CG-72 (1999-2000), STG-A-School 1999, Bootcamp 1998
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow selectee's. Thank you to all those past and present shipmates I've been blessed to work with. Your devotion and loyalty toward getting the job done while remaining positive is the reason I was blessed with being selected. Thank you to my family, my professional life would not be successful without your love and help. The good lord has blessed me, thank you all.
Date: 11:43pm
From: ENC(SW/EXW/AW)(SEL) Arnold Carroll
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis, EODTEU 1, NSWLOGSU 1/SEAL TEAM 5, USS PEARL HARBOR.
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors I've had so far. Thanks for all the guidance and knowledge you passed on. I'm greatly honored to be apart of this fraternity very soon.
Date: 11:12pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jason Michael Hersperger
Duty Stations: NAS Jax
Comments: Thanks foremost be to God, family, and friends without them I would not be here. Big thank you to AFCM Karney (retired), ATCS Miller (retired), AVCM Walls, ATCS Ramsey, ATC Worsham, and ATCS Cockshut for the mentorship and guidance.
Date: 10:57pm
From: DCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Paul Andersen
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise CVN 65 5 1/2 yr, AFDL6 Dynamic 3 yr, USS George HW Bush CVN 77 3 yr, current station is SWOS LS Norfolk.
Comments: First off i want to congratulations everyone that was selected. The days will be long and the nights short, but if you were selected then you were already pulling long days to get here. Have faith and never stop working. Again congratulations
Date: 10:55pm
From: PSC(SW)(SEL) Katherine M Limones
Duty Stations: USS SOMERSET (LPD 25)
Comments: I would like to thank my family and friends for always believing in me and everyone who I have crossed paths with since joining the Navy. I have been blessed in my career to work for some of the greatest leaders in the Navy. Every Chief I have had has only encouraged me to work harder for what I wanted. There was a time that I was about to cross rate or get out since PS was closed but there were the few individuals that pushed me to stay in my rate and study harder. Well thank you. It has truly paid off. Very Respectfully, PSC(SW)(SEL) K. M. Limones
Date: 10:50pm
From: MAC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Krystal Leigh Meza
Duty Stations: CFAY Security, MSD 22, JEBLCFS, NEGB, USS STOUT(DDG-55)
Comments: I would like to congratulate all of the selectees this year! It is your time to shine. As for the STOUT's selectees we are going to do this by going through this! Thank you to all that have supported and mentored me along the way! I wish nothing but the best for this season. Vr, MAC(SEL) Krystal Meza
Date: 10:29pm
From: LSC (SEL) SW/AW Travis D. Knight
Duty Stations: USS NICHOLSON DD 982, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON CVN 73, ASD OCEANA, USS VANDEGRIFT FFG 48, TSC SAN DIEGO
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow Selectees for FY'15. It is truly a blessing to have been selected for this honor. I would like to thank all my Family and Friends for all of the through out my naval career. Special thanks to all of my fellow Junior Sailors who have work so hard to put me where I am today. I'm ready to join the Mess with my fellow Chief!!!
Date: 10:21pm
From: BMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Justin Alfonso
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz CVN-68, Naval Base Coronado, USS Pinckney DDG-91, USS Bridge AOE-10
Comments: I want to thank God first of all, and then my amazing wife and two Daughters for their unrelenting support in our endeavors. The entire CPO Mess, and all of the Sailors I have worked with. I understand that this isn't just my accomplishment, but the culmination of Teamwork, hard work, and support throughout my career. It is an honor to be selected!
Date: 09:58pm
From: ABFC(Sel) (AW/SW) Estella M Garcia
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz
Comments: I am honored to be selected and would like to thank my family and everyone that has mentored me through out my career.
Date: 09:37pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Amber Lee Khoryati
Duty Stations: Current: FACSFAC Vacapes! Virginia Beach, VA. Past: USS Harry S. Truman, NAS AIRDET Norfolk (Chambers Field), USS Carl Vinson, NAS Oceana, Tinker AFB, Oklahoma City, OK
Comments: Thanks to all my mentors who helped me get here and all the Sailors who allowed me to lead them! I'm excited to be apart of the most elite group in the Armed Services! HooYah Chief Petty Officers!
Date: 09:29pm
From: CTRC(SW/IDW)(Sel) Courtney Tillery
Duty Stations: NAVIOCOM SD; FLC San Diego; USS NIMITZ; Camp Pendleton; USS John C Stennis
Comments: Thanks to all those who mentored and motivated me along the way. I am honored to be chosen to join the ranks of the Finest Navy's CPO Mess.
Date: 09:25pm
From: AOC(SEL) Michael Nichols
Duty Stations: VFA106,VFA34,CNATTU(OCEANA)
Comments: Glad to check in.
Date: 09:15pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Stephan Marc Garland
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command
Comments: Congratulations to all selects, especially the submariners! Dive, dive.
Date: 09:14pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Jarret Walters
Duty Stations: 8th ESB, NBHCL Patuxent River, NBHCL Diego Garcia, NBHCL Parris Isand, SC
Comments: I would like to thank all the members of the mess who took the time and put fourth the effort to help develop my career. Your service to your country and devotion to your Sailors is not forgotten.
Date: 08:16pm
From: AGC (EXW) (Sel) Richard W. Byerley
Duty Stations: NAVO Stennis Space Center, CNATTU Keesler, Naval Special Warfare Support Activity 2, NOAD Sigonella, Mobile Environmental Team Norfolk, NAS Kingsville
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee's! It is an honor for me to be selected. Thank you to all my shipmates that helped me and supported me along the way. Special thanks to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that mentored, molded and calibrated me along the way! I could not have made it without you. Lastly, I would like to thank my wife and kids for their support and sacrifice. I look forward to being the Chief.
Date: 08:11pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Blaine H. Smoller II
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes Oct 97 - Dec 97, NATTC Pensacola Dec 97 - Jul 98, VFA-122 Jul 98 - May 00, VFA-115 Jun 00 - Aug 04, SFWSP Aug 04 - Aug 07, VFA-213 Sep 07 - Sep 11, CNATTU Oceana Oct 11 - Present
Comments: Very honored and humbled to have been selected into this elite fraternity. I look forward to learning not only during Phase II, but also getting back to the fleet and hitting the ground running and start paying this great honor forward. "The first and greatest victory is to conquer yourself; to be conquered by yourself is of all things most shameful and vile." ~Plato
Date: 08:06pm
From: AOC (AW/SW) (SEL) Kendric Stockdale
Duty Stations: NAS OCEANA
Comments: Proud Selectee!!! Anxious to join the Goat Locker!
Date: 07:37pm
From: ITC (IDW/SS) (SEL) Gilbert H. Downer
Duty Stations: POMFLANT, USS Benjamin Franklin, USS James Madison, SPAWAR 407
Comments: I am deeply honored and truly humbled to have found my name on the "Select" list this year! My career started in 1978 when I was 18 years old and I met so many great chiefs who influenced me and helped set the example of how I would conduct myself when and if the day arrived that I would wear the proud khaki uniform! Special thanks to ETC Jason Janco, MTC Terry Scott, TMCM Michael King, YNCM Hester, YNCM Comppen just to name a few!
Date: 07:29pm
From: MMC(SS) (SEL) Kenneth D. Warren
Duty Stations: USS Georgia SSBN 729(G) 1998-2002, SIMA/MARMC 2002-2005, USS Norfolk SSN 714 2005-2010, NNSY Ship Sup 2010-2013, USS Toledo SSN 769 2010-Present
Comments: Congratulations to all the Chief Selects that made it this year. I'm sure that I am looking forward to the fun of this season and what the future holds.
Date: 07:22pm
From: AGC (SEL) EXW/IDW Nick Carnes
Duty Stations: NSWDG/ SA-1/ NPMOC/ NTMOF
Comments: Humbled and excited to hear my name called out as a "Chief Select!" I owe it to my family, friends, and coworkers. Thank you! I look forward to these next 5 weeks... Bottom line to everyone: have fun!!
Date: 07:10pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Juan Manuel
Duty Stations: SWRMC
Comments: I would like to thank all of my chiefs Ive had a priveledge of serving with. Special thanks to: GSCS(SW) Lou Ann Sherman GSMC(SW) Javier Hinojos GSCS(SW) Genaro Hernandez ENCS(SW/AW) Topps V/r, GSMC(SW) (SEL) Mojo Monjaraz
Date: 07:10pm
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Jonathan Williams
Duty Stations: VAW-113, VQ-4,& NRD Dallas
Comments: I would like to thank those who paved the way for me. AVCM Ed Primeau, AFCM Geoffrey Brumage, AFCM Eric Samek, AFCM Tony James, AMCS Phil Stevens Jr., AMCS Robert Overton, AMCS Raymund Go, ADC Craig Vaculin, AMEC Howell, AMC Jeff Matheney, ADC Ortiz, and ADC Thomas Gross. There are lot of others that have influenced me but these are the guys that I try to emulate. Thanks for the time and wisdom that you shared with me through the years. I also whould like to thank everyone that has worked with, and for, me. You all had a part in putting me in the position that I find myself in today and I am forever grateful. Thanks.
Date: 07:09pm
From: BMC(SEL) T. J. Bowman
Duty Stations: USS SAIPAN LHA-2, USS DUBUQUE LPD-8, NAVSTA PASCAGOULA MS, ARCO ARDM-5, MSRON-3/CRS-3, SERE WEST
Comments: I would not be where I am without my association with all Sailors at all my previous Duty Stations. I have learned from my peers, seniors and juniors, and I always learn something new. From my first command USS Saipan LHA-2, I thank Mr. Carruthers (then a BM1), BMC Henson, BM1 Honeychurch, (then BM3) Cantey, BMC Cheeseborough, (then BM2) Calvis. My second command was rock bottom aboard USS Dubuque, but I thank (then) BM1 Shropshire, BM1 Demley. My third command I thank everyone there for motivating me and getting me back on the right track, and to decompress after the second. My fourth command ARCO ARDM-5, I thank BMC (retired) Woodson, Chief Warrant Officer (retired) Mike Subarich, BM1 Victorianoabrea, and the rest of my seniors, peers and juniors aboard that platform. If you are a BM, it is a lot of hard work but it is rewarding. From CRS-3 I thank BMC Grubelnik, BMC (retired) Tate, BM1 Ronga, BM1 Olivarez, BM1 Garret Bowman, BM1 Ruiz-Guerrero, the rest of the Officers and Chief's I've had the sincerest pleasure working with, my peers and juniors that comprised the Patrol Boat crews I've led there. Finally at SERE WEST I thank the Chief's Mess for setting me on the right track.
Date: 07:01pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW/PJ)(SEL) Steven C. Comeau
Duty Stations: USS Trenton (LPD-14), Special Boat Team 22, Joint Communications Unit
Comments: I would like to thank my family for enduring this journey with me, my friends for your support, my brother for being there for me since day one, and all my leadership for bestowing your knowledge, patience, and trust in me. Thank you so much!
Date: 06:52pm
From: NCC(SW/AW) (SEL) Robert Gawthrop
Duty Stations: NRD Dallas, NRD Michigan, NRD Pittsburgh, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71)
Comments: I want to congratulate all the Chief Selects for FY 2015. I also want to first thank my family for all the long hours I have had to spend away from them. If it wasn't for their genuine belief in me, I never would have made it to this point in my career. I also want to thank all the sailors who I have had the honor of leading. If it wasn't for your trust and loyalty I would have never been given this opportunity. Last but not least, I would like to thank all the honorable chiefs I have had the distinct pleasure of working for. I thank each and everyone of you for the gifts of knowledge I have received. My goal is to make each of you proud of the person you molded. You will never know the impact you have had on my life. Thank you!
Date: 06:50pm
From: CSC (SEL) (SW) Renita L. Monroe
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana, USS Donald Cook, USS Blue Ridge, NAS Key West, USS John F. Kennedy
Comments: Congratulations to all CPO Selectees for Fiscal Year 2015. First, I would like to thank my family and friends for their undying love and support. I'm very grateful for all the knowledge and wisdom that has been passed down to from some amazing genuine Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs. Most importantly, a great big thanks to all my junior Sailors I've had the pleasure of serving with because of you I am who I am today. God Bless.
Date: 06:41pm
From: HMC(AW/FMF/CAC) SEL Augusto PaguagaValez
Duty Stations: NMOTC
Comments: Thank you to my family, my sailors and to all my mentors that help my get to where I'm at this moment. Congratulations to all my brothers and sisters.
Date: 06:34pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Amanda Doige
Duty Stations: CNE-CNA-C6F; USS NEW YORK (LPD-21); NCTSI DET ONE San Diego CA; USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG-54); USS PELELIU (LHA-5); USS RUSHMORE (LSD-47)
Comments: I would like to thank my family and friends, who have always believed in me and made it possible for me to serve. I would like to thank my mentors and junior Sailors, who helped me become the Sailor and person that I am today, without them then this would not be possible.
Date: 06:31pm
From: ATC(SEL)(AW) George Hesterly
Duty Stations: VF-101, VFA-213, VFA-106EF DET, VFA-81, CNATTU Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank my family, all the junior Sailors, Chiefs, and Officers who helped me out along the way.
Date: 06:28pm
From: ATC(Sel)(AW/SW) Brian Minerly
Duty Stations: CNATT Oceana, USS Harry S Truman(CVN 75), FRC Oceana, USS Enterprise(CVN 65), AIMD Jacksonville
Comments: Thanks to my family for encouraging and supporting me through all these years. Congratulations to all Selectees!
Date: 06:22pm
From: ETC (SW) (SEL) JOHN WHITEHEAD
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)
Comments: I'm exited about joining the Mess.
Date: 06:03pm
From: ENC(SW/AW)(SEL) DAVID BRENON COFIELD
Duty Stations: US Navy Ceremonial Guard, USS Carter HAll LSD 50, HM14, SWOS Engineering Learning Site Norfolk
Comments: To my wife Shannon, my family, friends, and mentors. Thank you for all the suppport and guidance that each and everyone of you have given me through the years. It is you that has gotten me to this point and I thank you.
Date: 06:01pm
From: HMC(SS/FMF)(Sel) Angelo Apodaca
Duty Stations: COMSUBRON ELEVEN
Comments: I want to thank my Lord and Savior, my beautiful wife and girls. I feel very blessed and honored to be a CHIEF!
Date: 05:51pm
From: DCC(SW) (SEL) Sean McBride
Duty Stations: USS Vandegrift (FFG-48), USS Mustin (DDG-89), USS Elrod (FFG-55), SWOS LS Norfolk (Farrier Firefighting School)
Comments: Thank you to everyone who's helped me get to this point. Without your guidance and wisdom, it wouldn't have been possible.
Date: 05:50pm
From: AGC(IDW/EXW/AW/SW)(SEL) Joseph Thomas Gilmore
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard, NSW MSC, SEAL Team 10, SDVT-2, SBT-20, CNATTU Keesler, Naval Oceanographic Office
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs that supported me and pushed me to be better. I would not be here if it wasn't for them. I will give every ounce of my being to live up to the expectations of the CPO Mess.
Date: 05:45pm
From: AZC (SEL)(AW) Jennifer C Ward
Duty Stations: NAS Roosevelt Roads (VC-8), VP-1, VQ-1 & Whidbey Island SAR
Comments: There are far too many people to thank for getting me to where I am today! First and foremost would be my family, without them I wouldn't have the determination I do to have made it this far. To the VQ-1 Chiefs Mess, you are a class act, THANK YOU for everything!!!
Date: 05:32pm
From: DCC (SW/AW/EXW) (Sel) Tony Cook
Duty Stations: SWOS LS Norfolk
Comments: First and Foremost Thank you Lord Jesus! Congratulations, to all the new FY15 CPO selects. Thank you, to all my Mentors past and present that guided me thew out my many years. To my junior Sailors who made this possible I can't thank you enough. For those that have supported me in my journey, I am very humbled to have been Selected and will continue to stride to become the best I can as I continue to learn and grow. -Semper Fortis-
Date: 05:12pm
From: QMC(SW) (SEL) David Bauer
Duty Stations: USS Preble (DDG 88), MCM Crew Dominant, United States Naval Academy, MCM Crew Spartan
Comments: It is an honor to have been selected this year. I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have helped me through the last 9 years. I look forward to joining the Mess.
Date: 04:58pm
From: NCC (SEL) (AW/SW) James Pullom
Duty Stations: NRD New Orleans
Comments: It's time for us to Anchor up lets do this!!!!
Date: 04:41pm
From: ABEC(AW/SW) (SEL) Jerome E. Uter
Duty Stations: COMNAVPERSCOM, ABE Detailer/ CVN-71, V-2 LPO/ NRD, Recruiter/ CVN-65, Waist Cats ALPO
Comments: Congratulations to the NSA Mid-South FY-15 CPO Selectees and all the Selectees throughout the Navy on a job well done. You've earned your promotion, now, stay positive, be patient, and grow a some thick skin because the next five week are going to be challenging. I would like to thank God, my family and all the Chiefs I’ve ever encountered in my life for getting me to where I am today. I look forward to seeing you all in the mess soon!
Date: 04:31pm
From: NCC (Sel) Justin Harrington
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco
Comments: I was selected for CPO for FY-15. I am extremely excited to be part of something so big. I look forward to continue to learn and continue to teach.
Date: 04:26pm
From: AMC(Sel)(AW) Taradeen Hatchett
Duty Stations: CNATTU Oceana
Comments: I thank my husband and family for all the encouragement throughout the years. Thank you to all of the sailors that have worked with me, because my success is a direct reflection of the work that you all have done and the assistance you provided me. Thank you to my mentors over the years (AMCS Shawn Bush, ABFCS Maurice Harden, ATCS Gary Ammons, and Master Chief Hill). Thank you all. I am so excited to start this next phase in the Navy.
Date: 04:26pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Meafua Henzon
Duty Stations: USS Shiloh(CG-67), USS Chancellorsville(CG-62), Navy Recruiting District Los Angeles, Amphibiouis Construction Battalion 1
Comments: First and foremost, I give the man above all the glory and praise. He's been there through my accomplishments and struggles and I'm grateful that he created this chapter of my life- to be advanced to Chief Petty Officer. THANK YOU LORD FOR EVERYTHING! I will never forget all the junior sailors that worked for me. They are the real reason I got here and I am humbled by this opportunity. They've made me a new improved leader every day. The leadership that I worked for (BMC Gasaway(Ret), BMCS Spikes, BMC Barcus, NCCS Drake, NCCS Smith, NCC Brian) THANK YOU for pushing me beyond my limits. All my AMAZING mentors (OSCM Helwick, OSC Roseland, NCC Kaleopa, BMCS Spikes, NCC Burch, OSCS Suders, HMC Borja, MRC Delarosa, EMC(Ret.)Henson and many others, you all played a part in this. It's still a shock to this day but an exciting journey. To my husband (CSCS Henzon, Angelito) and daughter (Neriah), I owe this to you both! From the bottom of my heart, I want to say Thank You so much for your endless love and support. For your understanding and for always being there through the sacrifice. And also to my family and friends, this is just the beginning. I appreciate all that you are to me. Congratulations to all my fellow CPO Selectees! Everyday is a new day for a new life- and it feels good! See you on the deckplates!
Date: 04:19pm
From: ITC (IDW/SW)(SEL) Guy Jacques
Duty Stations: NCTS Naples Italy
Comments: I would like to thank the following khakis that assisted me in getting my anchors; ITC Ashby, ITC Bonaparte, ITCS Winslow, ITCS (retired) Swafford, ITCS Winslow, ITC Lyles, and ITCS Arbuckle. You've all played a major role in my great career achievement and I am really grateful for the lessons I've learned from you. I would also like to thank my wife for her consistent support in my life during these years (Senior Chief (sel) of our household). And most of all, I would like to thank the Chief of chiefs, Jesus Christ, for the vision, mission, and aspiration to walk in the greatest He has placed in my life.
Date: 04:15pm
From: ADC (SEL) Gerald Peebles
Duty Stations: CNATTU Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all my shipmates that supported me in the years leading up to this great day.
Date: 04:13pm
From: ISC(IDW/EXW) (SEL) Jeremy Anderson
Duty Stations: OME DET NAPLES, ITALY; NAVEXINTCOM
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow FY-15 CPO Selectees. It is truly an honor to be selected to be apart of such an esteemed group of leaders in the world's finest Navy. I want to thank my wife and son for all the love and support the have given to get me to this point. A huge thank you to my Dad and grandfather, both retired USN, passed on their many years of knowledge to guide and mentor me to be successful in the NavyI would also like to thank ISC(RET) Randall Ashburn, ISC Andrew Schneider, ISC John Harlow, ISC Trevor Vandell, and ISC Aaron Utsler.
Date: 04:02pm
From: AOC (SEL) (AW/SW) Calvin Ray Pratt Jr
Duty Stations: USS John C Stennis (2001-2005), VX-30 (2005-2006) NMC DET POINT MUGU (2006-2008) USS NIMITZ (CVN 68) (2008-2014), NAVSUP GLS AMMOPAC (Current)
Comments: Congrats to my fellow selectee's!!! Thank to the CPO MESS for the invaluable training that we are going through right now.
Date: 04:01pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) TEDRICK HORTON
Duty Stations: USS COWPENS(CG-63),USS ANTIETAM(CG-54),ATGMIDPAC,USS HALSEY(DDG-97), SIMA PASCAGOULA, USS PELELIU(LHA-5)
Comments: I would like to thank my family for the support, and also all the Boatswains Mates, Supervisors, and Leaders which contribute to me getting to this level. Thank you all!
Date: 03:49pm
From: ITC(SW/IDW/AW)(Sel) Andrew Imamura
Duty Stations: USS Ingraham (FFG-61); NAVCOMTELSTA Naples, IT; NAVCOMTELSTA BAHRAIN; VFA-41
Comments: I would like to Congratulate all of the Selectees, your hard work and dedication has finally paid off. I want to thank my Past and Present Mentors and Peers, my Division, my Parents and Siblings for the lessons they all taught me when I was growing up. Most of all I want to thank my Wife, Son, and Daughter. Without your support, we would have never been selected.
Date: 03:38pm
From: EOC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Angelo Woodrow
Duty Stations: Current PWD NAPLES
Comments: Hard work and dedication does payoff, but I could not have made it to where I'm at in my career with out the help and mentorship from PRC (EXW/AW/IDW/FPJ) Clarence Wassberg, OSCS (SW/AW) Scott Tindal, USN, Ret. and EOC (SCW/EXW/DV) David Tupy
Date: 03:35pm
From: ITC(sel)(IDW/SW/AW) Eugene Labasan
Duty Stations: USS Belleau Wood(LHA 3), NCTS San Diego, USS Makin Island, NCTS Naples
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectee, this is our season, what you put in, is what you get. Thanks to my Family who supported me everytime, and to all my mentors and junior sailors for guidance and hard work. I am very humbled and honored to join the ranks of Chief Petty Officer!
Date: 03:23pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Frank Miller
Duty Stations: USS Peterson (DD-969), NCTAMS LANT, USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34), USNS Saturn (T-AFS 10), COMNAVSOUTH, CMAN/CSS, USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63), USS George Washington (CVN-73), COMTENTHFLT, CMS A&A Naples
Comments: I would like to thank my family, because they inspire me every day to keep pushing forward for them. I want to thank God for blessing me more than I've ever deserved, but I know that I can do all things through Him (Phil 4:13). A special thanks also goes out to the CPO Mess, for setting a standard that all of us Selectees are striving to meet. In particular, I want to thank ITCS Paul Rusu, for really being the first person who helped me understand that this was a goal that I had a chance to meet. He encouraged me each and every time I saw the dreaded "N" next to my results. It's going to be a great season for all of us Selectees, as long as we stay focused, and take everything in stride. This next few weeks is going to make us stronger if we embrace it!
Date: 03:15pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) PAUL SUPNET
Duty Stations: USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN(CG-57); NSA GAETA; USS GUNSTON HALL(LSD-44)
Comments: First and foremost, i would like to thank my Loving Wife Jackie for supporting me through thick and thin, my children Jaleeia and Pierce, for having a lot of patiance while Daddy is out. Its just as hard for my little ones as it is for my Wife. i would like to thank all past and present mentors for the guidance and training. BMCM Robertson; ENCM Sensano; BMCS Zavala; LTJG "The BOSN" Gallahger; BMCS Drumm; BMC(RET)Heaton; BMC Johnson; BMC Daggett; SHC Christopher; CSC Josshua, LSC Ammons and last but not least my Brothers LSC(SEL) Rios Santiago, HTC(SEL)Patterson and QMC(SEL)Felton.
Date: 03:08pm
From: CTTC (SW/IDW) (SEL) Scott Recher
Duty Stations: USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), CID Unit Corry Station, USS James E. Williams (DDG 95)
Comments: This is an amazing feeling and I can't wait to see what the future has in store. Proud to have been selected on my third time up.
Date: 03:05pm
From: ITC (SEL) (IDW/SW) Bernard Pitchford
Duty Stations: NCTAMS LANT DET Hampton Roads, USS Mount Whitney, NIOC MD, CTF 69
Comments: Thanks and congrats to all the Selectees.
Date: 02:26pm
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) Richard Ralston
Duty Stations: USS Paul Hamilton (current), NRD St. Louis, USS Bataan
Comments: I want to say thank you to all the people who have helped get me here. From the ones I worked for to the ones who worked for me. I am a reflection of all of you. I've always been blessed with good people and good guidance and mentorship. And of course a huge thank you to my family, always supporting me and always understanding the hardships that come with this business.
Date: 02:20pm
From: HMC(SW/AW/IDW/FMF) (SEL) Jason Hamilton
Duty Stations: 3rd MLG, 2nd Mardiv, Naval Hopsital Charleston, Naval Hopsital Keflavik, NUMI, USS ENTERPRISE, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Naval Hospital Naples
Comments: I would like to thank my friends and family for all their support without which I would not be here. I would also like to thank my many mentors along the way. In particular HTC Litherland, HMC Motichka, HMCS McGuire, HMCS Ocheltree, and HMCS Delay who would not let me give up and push through adversity.
Date: 02:13pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW)(SEL) John Rey Julian
Duty Stations: NAVHOSP Naples, USS Enterprise, NAVHOSP Rota, NSHS Portsmouth (ADV Radiology C-school), 2nd MED BN
Comments: First and foremost, I want to thank God for giving me this blessing. It's been quite a journey with ample of experiences to learn from. I want to t hank all the master chiefs, senior chiefs and chiefs who believe in me. HMCS Ashley Lee Thomason, HMC Arnel Calubaquib, HMC Dextro Paolo Gob and HMC Luis Valdez are few names that pushed me to where I am today. I can't thank you enough for entrusting in me. Of course, thank you for my peers and juniors Sailors for giving me opportunity to lead them. I'm definitely greatly looking forward into joining the greatest brotherhood/sisterhood. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 02:00pm
From: ABEC (SEL) (AW/SW) Marc Rohloff
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, USS Theodore Roosevelt
Comments: Im honored to be selected to the ranks of Chief Petty Officer. Im looking forward to the humbling journey that lies ahead. Thank you to my wife for her support and everyone the has guided me through the years. i could have never did this all by myself. Thanks!
Date: 01:50pm
From: CTNC(IDW)(SEL) Victoria Redden
Duty Stations: NIOC GA, CNE-CNA-C6F
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all of the Chief Selectees of FY-15. Bravo Zulu! I would also like to take this time to thank my amazing husband for following me through every step of my career thus far. He is my number one supporter and I couldn't have made it this far. Last, but not least, I want to thank all the great brothers and sisters that I have had the honor of serving with, from officer to enlisted and Navy to the Army everyone of you has taught me something that has gotten me to where I am today. Most especially my mentor for all the sage advice, moments of frank honesty and guidance, and all of the times that you said "Let's walk and talk."
Date: 01:35pm
From: ITC(SEL) Ronnie Greene
Duty Stations: NCTS Naples, USS SHOUP (DDG-86), SHAPE Belgium, US Central Command, USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70)
Comments: First and foremost I must thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I would not and could not have made it this far without Him. To my family, I say thank you as well, you have truly been my anchor when times were tough. Congratulations to all FY-15 CPO Selectees! I would like to thank all the Chiefs who have mentored me at every command that I have been a part of. Thank you for providing me with a great example of leadership. I would especially like to say thank you to Senior Chief Patrick Holden for believing in me and bringing out what you knew was inside of me all along. You are the greatest example that I could have ever been given. I hope to do you and the Chief's Mess proud.
Date: 01:33pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Joshua Breitweiser
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S TRUMAN (CVN-75), NAVNUCPWRTRACOM
Comments: The pride that I feel serving in the Navy has been greatly multiplied with this accomplishment. Congratulations to all my fellow Selectees and thank you to the Goat Locker Navy wide. Already learning a lot and excited for the road ahead!
Date: 01:33pm
From: ITC(sel)(IDW/SW) Kevin J. Seguin
Duty Stations: USS O'kane, PCU Makin Island, COMHSMWINGPAC, USNS Salvor, NCTAMS PAC, NCTS Naples
Comments: It is an absolute honor to be selected and to carry on the traditions and heritage of all those who have come before me. There have been countless mentors and role models for me over the years but my first chief ITCS Coopersanders stands out as one of the most important to me. She demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication, and strength and set the bar for me as a young ITSR.
Date: 01:28pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Gregory Schwamb
Duty Stations: Present: NNPTC Nuclear Field "A" School Past: USS California (SSN-781), PHNSY & IMF, USS Nebraska (Blue) (SSBN-739)
Comments: I would like to thank all of my family and friends for the love and support that has kept me going for all these years. It has been a long and sometimes difficult road to traverse, and I couldn't have done it without you. I sincerely can't wait to continue to serve you as a Chief Petty Officer!!!
Date: 01:28pm
From: STGC (SW) (SEL) Joseph Meadors
Duty Stations: USS McInerney (FFG-8), Commander Undersea Surveillance, NOPF WI
Comments: I would first like to thank my family for being there with me through every step of my career. My wife Shauna who is the glue that holds our family together, and my two children who remind me why I do this every day. I would also like to thank all of the great mentors and sailors I have worked with over the years. I have worked with some of the best sailors in the Navy. They have taught me that with teamwork, hard work, and dedication we can accomplish anything. They are why I am here today. To all of my fellow selectees, CONGRATULATIONS! I heard a saying the other day that will stick with me forever: "Every Sailor deserves a great leader." So the challenge is there, lets make it happen. I am proud to be a part of this family, NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 01:19pm
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jace B Waller
Duty Stations: NNPTC Charleston
Comments: It is an honor and a privilege to join the time honored US Navy Chiefs Mess.
Date: 12:46pm
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Pamela Velez
Duty Stations: USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63), CTF-53, FRC NW, USS MOMSEN (DDG 92)
Comments: First of all, I want to thank God for allowing me to experience this achievement in my life. I want to thank my family for their support and understanding throughout all of these years. I want to also thank my mentors LSCS Murao, LSC Coleman and LSC Vidaurri for their constant guidance. It is an honor to join you in the Mess.
Date: 12:33pm
From: CTRC (IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Kevin M. Warner Sr
Duty Stations: NIOC Sugar Grove
Comments: I am happy to be selected as a Navy Chief!
Date: 12:18pm
From: NCC (SW) (SEL) Zachariah Hull
Duty Stations: NRD New Orleans, NRD Minnesota, NRD Seattle, NRD San Diego, and USS Fitzgerald
Comments: So proud and honored to be selected. Ive had great mentors along the way who I owe dearly. But the credit goes to my sailors who did the hard work and got me here. It goes to my kids who put up with the late hours and bad moods. Just to hear "Dad, your going to be the Chief!?" It was all worth it. Congratulations to all who made it!!
Date: 12:13pm
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Zachary S. Nicholas
Duty Stations: USS MOMSEN, ATGPACNORWEST, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, USS PELELIU, USS CORONADO
Comments: I would like to thank all present and past sailors that I have been stationed with over my career and my families unwavering support during my time in. With out them I wouldn't be where I'm today.
Date: 11:55am
From: ITC(SW/IDW/AW)(SEL) Chris Rojeski
Duty Stations: USS Momsen (DDG-92), HOPPERINFOSERVCEN, USS John S McCain (DDG-56), NOPF WI, SPECBOATTEAM 22, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), USS Fife (DD-991)
Comments: Congratulations to all of my fellow selectees! This is an enormous honor, one I will continue to do my very best to be worthy of. I look forward to working with all of you in the Mess soon!
Date: 11:49am
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Bernardo Elizondo
Duty Stations: NMCSD, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Commander Navy Region Hawaii, Surface Warfare Medical Institute, USS Momsen (DDG 92)
Comments: I would like to thank my family and friends for giving me their support through all these years. To my mentors and junior Sailors, thank you for your guidance and hard work. Without you all I would not have been able to achieve this milestone. I am very humble and very honored to enter in the fine ranks of the Chief Petty Officer!
Date: 11:37am
From: AEC(SEL) (AW) Brian McGovern
Duty Stations: Present: HSC-84, Norfolk, VA. Past; US Consulate General, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; HSL-51, Atsugi, Japan; NAS Brunswick, Maine; HC-6, Norfolk, VA.
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank my family, my mother Angela McGovern, and my brother Brandon McGovern. I could not have made it to this point in my life or career without their unyielding support throughout all these past years. To the CPO Mess, I say a sincere thank you for the time and effort you put in to me and my career. If there is one appropriate way which I can repay you for my debt of gratitude, it will be to pass on the knowledge and develop junior officers and sailors so they are prepared for the challenges that lay ahead. As a CPO Selectee I am humbled to be given the opportunity to be tested in order to earn the right to be a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 11:37am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Robert Zane Burns
Duty Stations: USS CURTIS WILBUR, CSCS UNIT DAMNECK, USS MITSCHER, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON
Comments: Congratulations to all FY-15 CPO Selectees! I would like to thank all the Chiefs who have mentored me and provided an example of leadership. I am especially greatful to the Chief Mess onboard USS Mitscher and at CSCS Unit Damneck and the guidance they provided. Thank you USS Curtis Wilbur Chiefs for the guidance over the last few months! I would not be where I am today without my God and my Family, Thank you!
Date: 11:32am
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Jason A. Noble
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana: VF-41, VF-101, VFA-11, VFA-106, VFA-103
Comments: Congrats to all who were selected this FY! I would like to thank my family first and foremost, they are the greatest! I would like to thank all the junior personnel because if not for you, then I would not have been selected. I would like to thank every Chief, Senior Chief, and Master Chief that has given me the guidance I needed to make it this far and I look forward to a ton more guidance from you. I look forward to growing and learning day in and day out to become the best possible CPO I can be.
Date: 11:27am
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Cynthia Ecija Gacita
Duty Stations: COMPACFLT, NCIS EVERETT, FASOTRAGRUPAC, USS MUSTIN (DDG 89), COMDESRON 50, NOPF WHIDBEY ISLAND, USS MOMSEN (DDG 92)
Comments: I would like to thank God, first and foremost for all of his blessings. Thank you to all the Sailors that have mentored and guided me to get me to this point in my career. Thank you to my family for always supporting me, without you I wouldn't be able to serve.
Date: 11:23am
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Joshua W Kopaskey
Duty Stations: USS TORTUGA LSD 46
Comments: Thank you to my Savior, my Family, my Sailors for making this opportunity possible.
Date: 11:22am
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Marksteven Meneses
Duty Stations: WRNMMC (Present), CVN 74 USS JOHN C. STENNIS, NAVHOSP BREMERTON, CVN 72 USS ABRHAM LINCOLN
Comments: Selected, proud and deeply humbled. The hard lessons along with wisdom I've learned from HMCM(RET) Boyd, L., HMCM Martone, P., HMCS(RET) Meneses, J. HMCS Brooks, R., HMCS Salazar, R. and HMC Mistica, P. (along with many, many more who significantly impacted my career) have helped me develop into the Sailor I am today and continue to grow. Coming into the Mess is something I will never forget and will always continue to help others reach this major milestone!
Date: 11:15am
From: OSC(Sel) (SW) Sam E. Bonner
Duty Stations: USS PELELIU LHA-5, CSCS DET YOKO, USS SHILOH CG-67, USS G.WASHINGTON CVN
Comments: I would like to thank all OI and OX Divisions for all of your hard work. You guys are the reason I was selected.
Date: 10:44am
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) TAMARA L QUAM
Duty Stations: NAVSTA ROOSEVELT ROADS, USS TARAWA(LHA-1), FACSFAC SAN DIEGO, COMLOGFORNAVCENT (CTF-53) BAHRAIN, NATTC PENSACOLA, Prospective gain at PCU GERALD R. FORD (CVN-78)
Comments: I would like to thank all the amazing Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs at NATTC Pensacola for not only guiding me in the right direction and providing me the tools to succeed, but influencing me in the most positive way possible. Thank you all!!
Date: 10:39am
From: ETC(Sel) Arthur Conine
Duty Stations: CID Unit Corry Station, Special Boat Team Twenty, USS Bulkely DDG-84, NOPF Dam Neck
Comments: It is very humbling to have been selected for Chief. Thank you to all the blue shirts, Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that I have had pleasure to serve with, past and present, for the guidance and support that got me to this point. I am especially grateful to my family who have made great sacrifices in support of my career.
Date: 10:32am
From: ASC (AW/SW) (sel) Mark A. Hicks
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan, AIMD Oceana, USS Theodore Roosevelt, FRCMA Oceana
Comments: Thanks to all the leaders that never gave up on me during the early part of my career and to the junior Sailors that helped me get here.
Date: 10:28am
From: MMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Jason Neal Deason
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CNN 69)
Comments: I would like to thank all they Chiefs that have mentored me over the years, the junior sailors that have worked tirelessly to support me, and especially my wife and family for giving me strength through all the weighty trials I have edured to get here.
Date: 10:21am
From: GMC (SEL) Timothy E Henderson
Duty Stations: USS CONSTELLATION CV-64/CFAY ORDNANCE YOKOSUKA,JAPAN/ USS COMSTOCK LSD-45/ NAVY MUNITIONS COMMAND, NORTH ISLAND/LOGSU-1/ SEAL TEAM ONE
Comments: Only 1% of the personnel up E7 actually make it. I feel proud to be a aprt of this band of brothers. I look forward to being a LCPO at any command! Call me CHIEF from here on out!!! GUNNER'S MATE'S RULE THE WORLD! HOOYAH!
Date: 10:20am
From: GSMC(SW)(sel) Timothy Rackler
Duty Stations: Klakring, TPU Puget Sound, Vicksburg
Comments: I want to thank everyone who has help me get here.
Date: 10:13am
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Michael Mudrick
Duty Stations: USS San Jacinto, ACU4 , USS Mason, NBU7
Comments: I want to thank all those who have mentored me through out my career to get me to where i am today and to all those who served with me you are truly the reason why I was selected for Chief Petty Officer , and for that I thank you !
Date: 10:11am
From: NDC(SEL)(DSW/EXW/SW/AW) Lonn Trinidad
Duty Stations: USS CHANCELLORSVILLE/USS TARAWA/NAVCONBRIG MIRAMAR/MDSU-1/SWRMC/LSU-1
Comments: Finally am LUCKY enough to be selected......HOOYAH DEEP SEA!
Date: 10:05am
From: AZC(AW/SW)(SEL) Mary L. Williams
Duty Stations: VS-32; AIMD Jacksonville, HSM-70, NRD New Orleans
Comments: First and foremost, THANK YOU to my son, Damien, who has been my motivator to succeed, and for enduring this ride with me. Thank you to all of my sisters, my uncle and other family members that have been there for us when I could not be! THANK YOU to all of my wonderful mentors that have given me guidance: AFCM T. Marshall, CMDCM B. Zawodniak, AVCM W. Chislett, AZCS S. Glass, ADCS F. Froeber, AMCS W. Threatts, AEC C. Cartagena, NCC A. Fuller, CWO J. Juba, CWO M. Courtney and CWO A. Scott and many more not mentioned. Last but not least..... THANK YOU to all of the great Sailors that have worked for me and with me, I w ould not have made it without you! You all are the ones who have made me successful and I look forward to paying it back! NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 09:36am
From: MMC(SW/AW) (SEL) VICTOR L. SCOTT
Duty Stations: USS MT. WHITNEY, USS WASP, NRD ATLANTA, USS IWO JIMA
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all the junior Sailors, Chiefs and Officers that made this possible!!
Date: 09:26am
From: ICC(SW)(SEL) Ronald L Remillard
Duty Stations: SERMC Mayport, USS Farragut DDG-99, NAS Jacksonville Brig, USS Philippine Sea CG-58
Comments: Thank you to the USS Farragut DDG-99 CPO Mess for all of your guidance. To ETC(SW) Christopher Garl, I could not have done this without you.
Date: 09:25am
From: AMC(SEL) (AW/SW) Shaun W. Brown
Duty Stations: Naval Air Station Oceana
Comments: Congratulations to all the new FY15 CPO Selects! I would like to thank all the Chiefs that may have crossed My path and guided me to this point. If you know me from My first command VFA-83 then this should be truly a surprise. I have also served at the following commands: FRC Oceana, VFA-11, CNATTU Oceana, and currently at VFA-105. If you know me and are retired or not, in the area or out of it please feel free to contact me so I may thank you personally.
Date: 09:21am
From: GSMC(SW) SEL Devern Brewley
Duty Stations: USS Decatur(DDG-73),Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific,Assault Craft Unit Five, USS Monterey(CG-61).
Comments: Congratulations to all FY2015 CPO Selectees. Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who mentored me in this journey words can't express my humbled gratitude.
Date: 09:07am
From: LSC(AW/SW/EXW) (SEL) Barbara Claudies Tunai
Duty Stations: USS Constitution, VAQ137, USNS Sacagawea, NSWU10, FISC SD, EODMU3, USS Sacramento
Comments: Thank you to all that have helped me get here both juniors and seniors. Now that I'm here I will not let you down.
Date: 08:57am
From: MAC(SEL) Kathleen Ellison
Duty Stations: NAS Pensacola; NAVSTA Rota, Spain; PSS Portsmouth, VA; NSA Naples, Italy; NSF Bahrain; USS McKee (AS-41).<br /><br />Congratulations to ALL of the FY-15 CPO Selectees. <br />This is just the beginning.
Date: 08:56am
From: OSC(SEL) (SW) Chad T. Dickerson
Duty Stations: USS Leyte Gulf, CSTC-A, RTC Great Lakes, USS McCampbell
Comments: Thank for everything and everybody who has entered my life to get me to this point. I am very humble and very honored to enter in the fine ranks of the Chief Petty Officer! Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 08:07am
From: GSMC(SEL) Keoho Cordeira
Duty Stations: USS Antietam CG-54, USS O'Kane DDG-77, PHNSY and IMF, USS Crommelin FFG-37, USS O'Kane DDG-77
Comments: Aloha and Mahalo
Date: 08:04am
From: CSC (SEL) JAIME RAPADA
Duty Stations: USS O`KANE
Comments: Thank you everyone who help me made it.
Date: 06:43am
From: MUC(SEL) Jeremy Ward
Duty Stations: Fleet Forces Command
Comments: Thank you all who have helped me get to this point. I could not have done it without all of the help from my junior Sailors, CPO Mess, and junior Officers. I am truly humbled.
Date: 05:36am
From: CTIC(IDW/SG/FMF)(SEL) Armando Garcia
Duty Stations: NIOC HAWAII
Comments: I would like to thank CTTCM Hartman, Ryan and CTTCS Trask, Travis for your guidance and mentorship. Thank you to my family for all the support, I could not do it without them. And last but not least, I would not be here today if I did not work with some of the finest Sailors in the Fleet. Thank you all.
Date: 04:43am
From: ITC (SW/IDW/AW)(SEL) Nikita S. Shiller
Duty Stations: Current: Navy Recruiting Command. Previous:USS Wasp, EUCOM-J6, Network and Space Operations Command/NETWARCOM, NCTAMS LANT Det Iceland/NCTS Keflavik, NCTAMS LANT Det Hampton Roads, USS Nassau, USS Essex, NCTS San Diego (TSCOMM), USS Frank Cable
Comments: Thank you.
Date: 04:39am
From: MMC(SEL) (SW/EXW) LEONARD BESSELLIEU
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE AS 40, NRD RALEIGH, RIVRON 2, USS EMORY S LAND AS39, USS EISENHOWER
Comments: Congrats to all of my fellow Selectees and thanks to all of the Genuines that mentored me along the way especially Master Chief Lombardo Master, Senior, Chief Irizarry and Chief Jacobsen.
Date: 04:22am
From: MMC (SW,SS,DV) Sel Christopher Brown
Duty Stations: USS HOUSTON, DSU, NRL SITE DET, NAVAL BASE VENTURA COUNTY, IMFPACNORWEST, USS FRANK CABLE AS-40
Comments: Congrats to all of my fellow Selectees and thanks to all of the Genuines that mentored me along the way.
Date: 04:01am
From: GMC (sel) SW/AW James Starn
Duty Stations: VP-5, USS Stethem (DDG-63), NMC EAD Unit Misawa Japan, USS Tortuga (LSD-46), USS Ashland (LSD-48)
Comments: Congratulations to all of the new FY15 CPO selects! Well deserved to all of you. Thank you to all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who have mentored me throughout my journey in the Navy. I will now be the same sort of mentor and Chief to my junior sailors no matter where I go and guide them and mentor them the same ways as I was when I was coming up in the ranks. God bless the United States Navy, the Chief Petty Officer and the America Sailor.
Date: 03:51am
From: EMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Michael C. Pabros
Duty Stations: CRS-1
Comments: Congratulation to all my fellow FY-15 Selectees! I am very humbled and extremely grateful to have been selected and be part of the Chiefs Mess. -To all the junior sailors who I've had the pleasure and honor of working with. Thank you! -To all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who mentored and guided me, Thank you! -To my boat crew from Dubai, UAE 2012 CRS-11 (FIGHTING 11!). BM1 Mathis, ET1 Morris, and BM2 Victoriano. Thank you brothers, you all will always be a part of my family. Thank you brothers! -To HMC Joseph Dronchi (The Best All Around CHIEF in the Navy) for taking the time to help me put together my Chiefs Package, I would not be here without your support and guidence. I will always remember that for the rest of my life. Thank you Chief. -To my beautiful wife Ruby and my family who sacrafised so much for me to be here. Thank you and I love you all.
Date: 02:55am
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Brandon A Johnson
Duty Stations: ATG West pacific, NAS Whidbey Island, MSRON 7, NSFD Guam
Comments: First I'd like to thank my wife and son, it is through them I am able to continue to do what I strive to do. Secondly my MACS retired Zach Loper you mentored me from the day we met and continue to do so today. I'm proud to say that nothing you ever gave me came easy. I still remember that Watch Commander meeting with every qualified plus khaki involved in it. Finally to all my Junior Sailors it's because your hard work I continue to be successful. Teamwork all around. Thank you again
Date: 02:54am
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) MARVIN CRUZMORALES
Duty Stations: SWOS ENG LRNG SITE SAN DIEGO
Comments: I will like to thank to those who believed in me and tough me what it takes to get to this point, thank you chiefs, senior chiefs and master chief. Now there is one more sacrifice to accomplish to get to the final goal and with the help and guidance of those God decided to put on my way and the support of my dear family who knows the importance of this step in my career i will finish my journey. Congratullations to those who made it and lets not forgot those Junior sailors and keep them well trained that way one day they will be posting their messages here just like we are doing it now.
Date: 02:51am
From: CTRC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Brian Girard
Duty Stations: CIDLS Yokosuka, USS MCCAMPBELL, NIOC Colorado, NIOC Yokosuka, NSA/CSS Texas
Comments: What an honor! There are so many Chief Petty Officers who have taught and believed in me throughout my career. I am especially grateful to the Chief's Mess onboard USS MCCAMPBELL, particularly CTRC Jerald Brown, CTRC Brian Cobler, ISC Randy Wessner, and CDMCM Travis Biswell. Other mentors I would like to thank are NCC Todd Frerichs and CTRC Lisa Carlson. Finally, I want to thank my current chain of command, CTTC Brittany Price, CWO2 Starr McPhaul, and CWO4 Ralph Lambert. It was through their continuous pressure that I have the honor of being one of our Navy's newest Chief Select Petty Officers. Thank you!
Date: 02:38am
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Mark A. Gardner
Duty Stations: USS Momsen, USS Ford, IMF Bangor WA, USS Underwood
Comments: A humble thank you to all the chiefs I have had the opportunity to work for over my time in the Navy. If it wasn't for your lessons I wouldn't have made it this far. Thank you.
Date: 02:30am
From: AMC(AW) (SEL) Robert Layton
Duty Stations: VAQ-132, VAQ-129, VFA-2, VX-9
Comments: Thanks to all the great people in my life that made this possible.
Date: 02:27am
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Darwin Meyer
Duty Stations: VP-1
Comments: This is a monumental step for me during my travels throughout this historic Great Navy. I am very humbled and thankful to have been privileged to the mentorship and tutelage of countless Chiefs during my 13 years in the NAVY. I will carry on the torch that was lit so long before me, and recognize that none of my achievements would be possible without the guidance I've received. To all of those that have played a part in shaping my future in this NAVY, I Thank You.
Date: 02:16am
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Jason Lachowitzer
Duty Stations: Submarine learning center San Diego
Comments: Congrats to all the FY-15 selectees. I would like to thank all the petty officers and chiefs that helped me to get to where I'm at now. With out you guys I wouldn't been able to exceed with such exigence. Also I can't wait tell my next challenge. Hooha.
Date: 01:26am
From: NCC(SEL)(SW/AW) Cesar R. Portillo
Duty Stations: USS Higgins DDG-76, USS Preble DDG-88, NAVBASE Coronado, USS John S. McCain DDG-56, SECDET NAVSTA Everett, COMNAVSURFPAC DET 522, USS Paul F. Foster DD-964
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that helped guide me to where I am now. I could not have done it without the support of my family, the Chief's Mess and my Sailors!
Date: 01:23am
From: AEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Justin Breault
Duty Stations: VAQ-140
Comments: Humbled and honored to be a Class 121 Selectee. There are too many people to thank here but you know who you are. I certainly wouldn't be here today without all of the positive influence of so many great leaders.
Date: 01:21am
From: HTC(SW/AW)(SEL) Kyle Timm
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectee's! I wouldn't be here without the support of my family, my sailor's and my mentors.
Date: 01:10am
From: HTC (SEL) (SW) Ronnie Lee Patterson
Duty Stations: USS Gunston Hall LSD44
Comments: Greetings all, Looking forward to joining the mess!
Date: 01:05am
From: ETC (SS)(SEL) Scott Sebastian
Duty Stations: Tritrafac Bangor
Comments: First, I want to thank everyone who gave me a chance as a punk know it all 3rd. Without them I wouldn't be here at all. To the sailors I've led so far... They made my job that much easier (though maybe trying at times). And lastly...I FINALLY MADE IT! So glad to be here.
Date: 01:03am
From: GMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Janelle L. Fifer
Duty Stations: USS Bridge(AOE 10), Naval Station Ingleside TX, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Naval Special Warfare Center
Comments: I would like to take this time to thank the following Chiefs for helping me in my journey to become a Chief. Without you, it would not have been possible. I am forever grateful and thankful for all that you have done for me. GMC(RET) Ron Retzlaff, GMC(RET) Roy Winters, GMC Javier Villarreal, GMC John Miles, YNC(RET) Bill Boone, YNCM(RET) Linda Sundberg, MAC(RET) Chayo Matson, OSC Andres Hernandez, and YNC(RET) Tony Stewart.
Date: 12:22am
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Daniel S. Georgalas
Duty Stations: HSM-41; HS-14; AIMD North Island
Comments: First and foremost I would like to congratulate the selectee class of FY2015. I would not have made it to this point of my career if it wasn't for all the hard work that was performed by the junior sailors under me. I also want to thank all the Chiefs that have mentored and guided me along through the way making it possible for me to be where I'm at today.
Date: 12:17am
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Jason C. Copeland
Duty Stations: USS Kitty-Hawk (CV-63) 03-06, USS Barry (DDG-52) 06-08, NRD Philadelphia 08-11, USS Defender (MCM-2) 11-13, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) 13-present
Comments: Truly honored and humbled to be selected. Couldn't have reached this point without the guidance and wisdom of my mentors both past and present, and the hard work and dedication off all my junior sailors.
Date: 12:00am
From: MAC(SW) (SEL) Kenton J Thomas
Duty Stations: NNSY Portsmouth VA, NSA La Maddalena It, USS Juneau LPD 10, NAS Lemoore Ca, NAVSTA GTMO Cuba
Comments: I would like to thank all of my leaders, good and bad for they taught me so much about leadership. I would like to send special thanks to MACS Goodfellow, M. and MACS Martin, R. for continually challenging me and pushing me outside of my comfort zone. I would like to recognize all of the Junior Sailors that have sought me out for mentorship and guidance over the years. Without those questions, concerns and challenges I would never have been able to achieve anything as amazing as this. I know I only stand at this level by the raised hands of those that lift me up and support me. And of course the Master Chiefs on the board who selected me! Thank you all.
Date: 11:44pm
From: PSC(SW/AW/IDW)(SEL) Richard A. Van Tine III
Duty Stations: NMCSD
Comments: I'm so excited to start this new chapter in my career... Thank you to all who have gotten me to this point.
Date: 11:38pm
From: HTC (SW/SCW) (SEL) Josh Hayes
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE, USS ASHLAND, USS TORTUGA, FISC YOKO, ACB-1, USS PREBLE
Comments: Congrats to my fellow SELECTEES!! I couldn't have done it without my family, sailors, and mentors. THANK YOU ALL!
Date: 11:35pm
From: ITC(SEL)(IDW/EXW/SW) Shasha Wilson
Duty Stations: Navy Cyber Forces, COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain, ECRC San Diego/Africia, NRD Houston, NCTS Jacksonville, NRD Jacksonville, USS Blue Ridge, NCTS Bahrain
Comments: Thank You .. Thank You .. Thank You to all of the SAILORS, Leadership and Mentors!!!!
Date: 11:34pm
From: HTC(SW) (SEL) Frank Beyer
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable (AS-40), NPTU Ballston Spa, USS Essex (LHD-2)
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectees!!! To family, friends, mentor's (active and retired), thank you so much for your support and guidance to achieve this goal in my career. I am truly honored to have been selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 11:32pm
From: ABFC(AW/SW)(SEL) Arnist Rowe
Duty Stations: USS D.D.Eisenhower, NAS Oceana, USS D.D.Eisehower, USS Bataan, FLCJ Mayport Fuels
Comments: It's Been a long time coming. It feels GREAT!!!!!!!!
Date: 11:22pm
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Stephan E. Smith
Duty Stations: Navy Ceremonial Guard, USS Austin LPD-4, USS George Washington CVN-73, ECRC Norfolk FWD Afghanistan, NRD Chicago, USS Ashland LSD-48
Comments: Congratulations to all of my fellow FY-15 CPO Selectees.
Date: 11:09pm
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Michael James Hill
Duty Stations: USS Philippine Sea CG-58, USS Shung Hoon DDG 93, IMF PACNORWEST Bangor, USS Shoup DDG 86
Comments: Congratulations to all FY-15 Selects. I would like to thank MMCS(SS) Anchick, GSCM(SW) Ball (Ret.), GSCS(SW) Nguyen and GSMC(SW) Esporas who each have invested countless hours in mentoring, training and pushing me to be the best sailor I could be.
Date: 11:04pm
From: MRC(SW) (SEL) Charles Stone
Duty Stations: USS HOWARD(DDG-83), USS FRANK CABLE(AS-40)
Comments: I would like to congratulate all FY-15 CPO Selectees. Thank you to my family, friends, and mentors through the years that have helped me achieve this milestone in my career. I am Honored to be selected for the rank of Chief Petty Officer. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 11:00pm
From: MTC (SEL) Arguimedes Geigel
Duty Stations: USS LOUISIANA
Comments: I'd like to thank everyone who taught me and gave me the tools required to advance. Without you, I would not be where I am today.
Date: 10:51pm
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Charles A. Stigall
Duty Stations: SWOS Unit Great Lakes; USS Makin Island; USS Stephen W. Groves; NOSC St. Louis; MHC Crew Valor; USS Osprey
Comments: I can not express enough my gratitude to every single Fireman, Third Class, Second Class, First Class, Chief Petty Officer, Senior Chief Petty Officer, Master Chief Petty Officer that I have ever had the pleasure of either work with or for. All of you have helped to mold me into not only a better Husband, Father, and Friend, but also a better Sailor. It is because of your belief in me that I am able to experience this day. Chiefs Mess, it is your Guidance, Firm Leadership, and Support that has sustained me and filled me with the fortitude to keep pushing to do my best to do what leaders do best... TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE! You have taken me under your wings and led me in the right path... and it is my intention to take all that I have learned and continue to learn with me into this transition and into the future. For those that have worked by my side; it is your support and friendship that kept me afloat when I thought I would drown. It was you that put in those late nights with me working on never-ending tasks that showed me what true brotherhood meant... and for that I am forever in your debts. For those that worked for me. It is you, our future of the Navy, our reliefs that I owe this to. For every last minute tasker, for every late night, for all the maintenance (DC)that we accomplished together... you got it done! It was your performance that enabled me to be where I am today... Thank you. Finally, for all my fellow selectees... may you stay encouraged, be the sound leader that I know you can be and that our Sailors expect. We will now be "THE CHIEF"... So let's get it done. HOOYAH CLASS 122!
Date: 10:37pm
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Frank Palmer
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island, USS John C. Stennis, NEGB GTMO, NPDB R3, NBVC SNI, USS George Washington
Comments: First of all I want to thank The Creator, my family, all the Deckplate Leadership and sailors that have made this possible for me; without them I wouldn't be where I am today. Thank you. My life is filled with joy and happiness, and I am ready for the daily challenges that lay ahead. It has been a GREAT pleasure working with all whom I have served in my past and present commands; through the blood, sweat and tears that we have faced, the challenges that we have overcome day in and day out, I will never forget. CONGRATULATIONS SELECTEES, CLASS 121, this is "our" season, so let's cherish it!!!
Date: 10:28pm
From: LSC (AW) (SEL) Leslie F. Blair
Duty Stations: USS America
Comments: FY15 CPO Selectee
Date: 10:19pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Tarenta Payne
Duty Stations: USS America
Comments: I'm honored to be here and a part of naval history.
Date: 10:07pm
From: BMC(SEL) JOHNNY WEITZEL
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN, NAVSTA MAYPORT, USS FARRAGUT, USS KLAKRING, USS OKANE
Comments: I feel so humbled to be selected when so many of my brothers and sisters did not. Thank you to my family for putting up with long hours, and deployments, and never giving up on me. Thank to all my former Chief Petty Officers guiding me in the right direction, and to my subordinates for always doing the job i asked to complete.
Date: 10:03pm
From: CMC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Leonard Branaman
Duty Stations: Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School, Special Boat Team Twenty Two, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Seven
Comments: First of all, I would like to say THANK YOU to all the junior sailors and Chiefs whom helped me to where I am today. Without their hard work and wisdom, I most likely would not be writing this. Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectees.
Date: 09:58pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) John Stickles
Duty Stations: USS Cole, USS Stout, TSC Great Lakes
Comments: Congrats to all that were selected! A huge thanks to TSC Great Lakes. That command as a whole helped focus my efforts.
Date: 09:49pm
From: NDC (DSW/EXW) (SEL) Clarence Allen
Duty Stations: 2D MAR DIV 2D RECON BATTALION
Comments: First off I want to thank God Almighty for His sovereign blessings in my life. I also want to thank my family for their sacrifice, dedication, and supporting me in my selection to chief. Thank you junior sailors at the Submarine Escape Trainer (SET) for your support and efforts which directly contributed to my selection. And last but certainly least the SET Chief's Mess for your leadership, guidance, and belief in me. Special Thanks to CWO5 Dan Mikulski (Diver Dan) for your guidance, mentorship, and my development throughout the years!
Date: 09:42pm
From: BMC (SEL) Steven D Snow
Duty Stations: USS Peleliu (LHA-5), NRD Los Angeles, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), ATGMIDPAC, and currently awaiting orders
Comments: First and foremost I have to Thank all of the Honorable Chief Petty Officers, Most Honorable Senior Chief Petty Officers, and Most Highly Honorable and Exalted Master Chief Petty Officers that have on way or another molded me into the sailor I am today. Also my family for always begin there for me though the good and the bad. The sailors I have had the pleasure of leading up to this point in my career. But specifically and in no particular order I would like to thank the following: FCCM Lefor, BMCM Thom (Ret), BMCM Wilson, QMCM Thomas, BMCS Ricks (Ret), BMCS Chamlee, QMCS Lashley, OSCS Garbe, OSCS Hearn, SHCS Barr, CSCS Rideb, BMC Parkowski, BMC Wawazony, BMC Smith, BMC Guidel, OSC Jones, BMC Bellon, NCCS Bazile, MAC May, MCC Nance, and all of my ATG Ohana. Congrats to all my fellow Selectees! I look forward to being welcomed into the CPO Mess and taking the final steps to earning my anchors and proving I am worthy. See all of you on the Deck Plates, time to turn two!
Date: 09:37pm
From: OSC(SW/EXW) (SEL) Andrew R. Morgan
Duty Stations: USS Taylor (FFG-50)
Comments: Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs who have supported me and who are supporting me now. The leadership, guidance, and kicks in the butt that I've received are taking me to this, my proudest achievement.
Date: 09:29pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Chris Haws
Duty Stations: USS STEPHEN W. GROVES (CFFG; USS CONSTITUTION
Comments: Thank you to those mentors who have guided me in the right direction. Also thanks to those crew members who have put forth maximum effort day in and day out.
Date: 09:25pm
From: ABHC(AW/SW)(SEL) Troy Tracy
Duty Stations: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71), NRD SEATTLE, USS AMERICA (LHA-6)
Comments: CONGRATS FY-15 CPO SELECTEES! I would like to thank all of my mentors who have guided and mentored me to this one in a lifetime career milestone, to all of the Sailors that I have worked with, and my family for supporting me. I am very excited to enter the CPO mess and experience the rich traditions of naval heritage.
Date: 09:22pm
From: HMC(SW)(SEL) CHRIS LOY
Duty Stations: USS CARNEY (DDG-64)
Comments: Congratulations to all my Brothers and Sisters! It has been a long time coming for all of us. I want to thank HMCS Charles Butler, HMC Shawn Santini, and HMC Jason Williams. Their are so many others that have helped me get here and I will make you proud. The one person I want to thank the most is HMC (RET) Edward Loy, My father who taught me never to give up and always give my all. Lets own this my fellow CHIEF Selectees!!!!
Date: 08:52pm
From: CTNC(SEL) Brandon Todd Helms
Duty Stations: NIOC MD, USS COLUMBUS SSN-762
Comments: Thanks to my first set of chiefs, Senior Jason Roberts and Master Chief Butcher. Also thanks to the Chief that pushed me, Chief Ramey!! Thanks guys
Date: 08:43pm
From: ICC(SW)(SEL) TOTAKEO F. PRAYLOW
Duty Stations: USS THORN DD-988, NNPTU CHARLESTON, USS TAYLOR, SOUTHEAST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER, AND USS TAYLOR
Comments: Thanks to all who helped guide my career and helped me make it to this point.
Date: 08:31pm
From: PRC(AW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Paul J Arnold
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola; HSC-84; FRCMA Oceana; USS George Washington (CVN-73)
Comments: Thank you to all those who have encouraged me throughout the years and led me down the right path. To my mentors who never let me take the seabag off and tole me to keep pushing forward. I owe so much gratitude to the junior Sailors who worked for me and have gave their time, sweat, and on some occasions even bleed for me. To my current and past leaders for putting me into positions and setting me up for success, I thank you. Most of all, I owe everything to my family. My wife Kristina and our two boys Matthew and Nathan, for supporting me and enduring every hardship that comes along with being a Navy family. Without them, I would not be here.
Date: 08:27pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Joseph C. Garr
Duty Stations: USS DEWEY, RTC GREAT LAKES, NSF BAHRAIN, USS JARRETT.
Comments: Congrats to all the FY-15 selectees!!!!! Thanks to all the Chief Petty Officers that made this a possibility for us. Special thanks to BMC (SW) McGuire, YNC(SW) Reinhardt, MMC (SW) Green and ETCS (SW) Williams!!!!
Date: 08:16pm
From: AOC(SEL)(AW/SW) Jason E. Kitchen
Duty Stations: CNATTU Oceana
Comments: It is an honor to be allowed to undertake this unique training most will never have the privilage to experience first hand. There are too many Master Chiefs/Senior Chiefs/Chiefs that have either taught me directly or indirectly to list on here, to list only a couple would be insulting to all that have made me a better person. Congrats to all my fellow selects, keep on pushing forward!
Date: 08:10pm
From: OSC(AW/SW) (SEL) Troy Bannister
Duty Stations: CVW-7; FACSFAC Pensacola, USS Abraham Lincoln; USS Momsen (Plankowner); USS Yorktown
Comments: Congratulations FY15 Selectees! I want to thank my darling wife and beautiful daughter for keeping me so grounded and focused. I also want to thank OSCM (Ret) Desoto; OSCS (Ret) Major; OSCS Roseland; OSCS Foye and ACCS Werner for all the motivation and guidance I have received to get me to where I am.
Date: 07:49pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Nancy K. Kearney
Duty Stations: NCDOC, USS CARL VINSON
Comments: I want to thank all the junior Sailors, Chiefs and Officers that have helped to get me where I am today. Without them I would have not been selected. Congratulations to all the selectees!!
Date: 07:37pm
From: LSC(SS)(SEL) Gilbert Lara
Duty Stations: USS PENNSYLVANIA SSBN 735 GOLD
Comments: Pleasure to join the brother hood.
Date: 07:34pm
From: STSC (SS) (SEL) Matthew Mortimer Goldsmith
Duty Stations: USS Rhode Island (B), NAVSUBSCOL, USS Pennsylvania (G)
Comments: Thank you to all the sailors who have served with me and made me look good. Thank you to all the Chiefs who have guided me and made me into what I am today!
Date: 06:18pm
From: CTNC(Sel) (IDW/SW) Anthony Bilancione
Duty Stations: NCDOC Suffolk VA
Comments: The Mess reveals itself not only by the Sailors it produces but also by the Sailors it honors, the Sailors it remembers.
Date: 06:08pm
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Marc Marasek
Duty Stations: TSC, USS RENTZ,NSWC, LOGSU ONE, USS VINCENNES
Comments: I would like to thank my wife for always believing in me and pushing me to the next level. Thank you to all of my mentors for showing me the way and never giving up on me. Also, my junior sailors, I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them.
Date: 06:08pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Steven Greer
Duty Stations: NETWARCOM SUFFOLK VA
Comments: It is a great honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. The gratitude felt towards the many great Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have mentored and guided me and my fellow selectees is immeasurable. Many thanks to the junior sailors who have supported us all along the way and given us the means and opportunity to learn valuable leadership skills as well. And finally, to the spouses, children, friends and family who have supported us all along the way, our greatest thanks. Thank you all so very much!
Date: 06:03pm
From: OSC (SEL) Charles Atchison
Duty Stations: NETWARCOM, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, TACTRAGRUPAC, USS DECATUR, USS GEORGE PHILIP, USS EISENHOWER
Comments: EXCITED TO BE HERE. LOOKING FORWARD TO MAKING CHIEF WITH FY-15 SELECTEES. WE NEED TO REMEMBER OUR HERITAGE AND ALL OF THE SAILORS THAT HELPED US TO GET HERE.
Date: 05:54pm
From: STSC(SS)(SEL) Raymond Andrade
Duty Stations: CPPD San Diego
Comments: There are many sailors that have contributed my selection to Chief Petty Officer, ranks above and below. Some particular mentors that I would like to thank are: STSC(SS)(RET) Russell Michalski, ETC(SS)(RET) Scott Torrey, STSCS(SS) Blake Dean and STSCS(SS) Emmanuel Cowden. I learned a lot from each one of these chiefs and owe much of my success to them. I look forward to entering the mess and can't wait for September 16!
Date: 05:41pm
From: PRC(AW/SW)(SEL) Karen Gonzales
Duty Stations: VFA-37, FRCMA NORFOLK, CVN-65(x2), HSL-40, HS-7, VP-30
Comments: Thank you to all those who put me on the list. I didn't do this on my own.
Date: 05:28pm
From: ACC(AW/SW) (SEL) Nicholas E. Langevin
Duty Stations: NAS Patuxent River
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all of my shipmates that made this possible.
Date: 05:21pm
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) JOSE RAMIREZ
Duty Stations: LHD 6, CVN 68, NAVIMFPACNORWEST, FFG 33, CVN 74, ENGSWOS SAN DIEGO, CA
Comments: I am honored and privileged to be part of the Goat Locker. Navy Chief Navy Pride!
Date: 05:10pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Ernesto Roman
Duty Stations: USS RENTZ, COMNAVSURFPAC, TSC SAN DIEGO
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank GOD, my Wife and my Family. I would like to thank all the sailors that I worked with and worked for me. You guys made me a stronger sailor. I would like to thank GSCS(SW) Beck, DCCS(SW/AW) Dehoyos for always motivating and guiding me. Thanks to my N45 mentors that shared their wisdom and guidance. GSCM(SW)Schmidt,DCCM(SW/AW)KELLEY, GSCS(SW)Basso, GSEC(SW)Meksavahn, EMC(SW)Lopez, EMC(SW)Edeh, YNC(SW)Quimby,FCC(SW) Luevano, CWO4 Caluza. Thank you all for being part of the greatest accomplishment of my life.
Date: 04:41pm
From: AZC (Sel) Jeremy Morris
Duty Stations: Bupers SDC
Comments: It is truly an honor to find my name on the selection list and I will not disappoint or make the selection board regret their decision. I am grateful for all of the help I have received throughout my career, whether it come from junior or senior personnel. I would not have had this success without help from all. I look forward to earning a place into the mess and helping junior sailors in the future.
Date: 04:28pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Darrell K. Satterfield
Duty Stations: VFA-11 NAS Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank all of my family and all of the people that help advance to CPO. I am honored to join the the mess.
Date: 04:11pm
From: ETC (SEL) Joseph M. Knight
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to thank my wife and children for the sacrifices they have made for me. The burden placed on our families, for us to reach this point, is more than any family should have to bear. Secondly, thank you to the sailors that have served so honorably with me. Without your support I would not have been selected. Lastly, thank you to the chiefs who have mentored me through my career. There have been some truly amazing ones and some that were not, but I sincerely hope that I have taken from each what I need to make me one of the latter.
Date: 04:02pm
From: LSC(AW/SW/SCW) (Sel) Jermaine Kelley
Duty Stations: NMCB-5, NAVSUP NAPLES, NRD RALEIGH, FISC YOKUSUKA,VFA-11
Comments: I would like to take a moment and thank my family for always supporting me throughout my career. To all the Masterchiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have mentored me along this journey, I am humbled, and appreciative of the knowledge you have instilled in me. Thanks to all the Junior Sailors that have made this possible. Thanks for trusting me and giving your all to me throughout my career.
Date: 03:53pm
From: SHC(SW) SEL Isaac Smith
Duty Stations: NRD New Orleans
Comments: Thank you to each and every individual my peers, junior sailors, Chiefs , Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that helped navigate me through my career and played a pivotal role in my selection amongst the FY15 Chief Selectees! Congrats to all of you as we'll! I vow to give my best and my all to enhance our mess.
Date: 03:24pm
From: CMC(SCW)(SEL) Leslie (Les) B Walton
Duty Stations: NAVFAC EURAFSWA ROTA SPAIN
Comments: Still in shock after the news of selection. I am humbled and honored. There are many chiefs that have guided me and helped me along the way, to many to list as I needed a lot of help at times, thanking them personally is the only way to honor their hard work. It may take a while but it is worth it. However, I would like to the thank the four horsemen publicly, if reading; You all have been my greatest mentors, friends, and critics. You each have a unique attribute that has molded me and I will never forget it. I will have pages set a side in my charge book for each of you. As the original Black and White horses have retired, it is my honor to say that I have the ball and will run with it. Thanking you is not enough, we will carry on what has been started.
Date: 03:11pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Crystal Johnson
Duty Stations: USS SHILOH (CG 67), USS CHANCELLORSVILLE (CG 62), NRD DENVER, USS COWPENS (CG 63)
Comments: I want to say congratulations to all of my fellow brothers and sisters that were selected this year. To the Chief Petty Officers, I look forward to joining the family. There are many Chiefs that helped me along the way. If it were not for them, I would not have been selected. Well, let me get off of here. I have some studying to do!
Date: 03:01pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Gilley
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal(CG-73); Naval War College Newport RI; USS O'Kane(DDG-77)
Comments: I never thought in a million years I would have been in this situation. Getting here was not easy if it had not been for my shipmates and mentors that were alongside me the whole way. My family and friends back home in Texas and my wife and boys patiently waiting for me in Pearl Harbor. It is an honor to join the most prestigious community in the military. I am proud to be alongside 3900 other shipmates throught this transition. September 16th is just around the corner! Keep pushing through the season! HOOYAH!
Date: 02:38pm
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) J Carlyle Schmidt
Duty Stations: USS TEMPEST (PC-2)
Comments: First and foremost without the love and support of my family I would never have continued on, in what has been an amazing journey. To ITCS George Davis, I say thank you. You had a very supportive hand in shaping a 3rd class knucklehead into the man he is today. With out your continued guidance and ultimately friendship there is no telling where I would be today. To ITCS Sonja Rivera and ITCS Bobby Caballero I give my thanks. You trusted me with a position of leadership normally reserved for a CPO and I thank you for giving me the opportunity and the tools to succeed. To the Mess, I say thank you. Thank you for your time, your dedication and your commitment to all those who strive towards greatness. But more so thank you for for your deeds and actions in guiding the lost and in need. It is an honor and a privilege. Thank you.
Date: 01:19pm
From: YNC(SW)(Sel) Grace Cheveres
Duty Stations: US Navy Element; USS San Jacinto (CG-56)
Comments: Congratulations to all fellow FY-15 Selectees! I am humbled to have been selected to be a part of the Chiefs Mess! To the junior Sailors I worked with, and the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have mentored, guided and supported me I can’t thank you enough!!
Date: 01:10pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Castor J. Gutierrez
Duty Stations: 1st Marine Division 29 Palms CA
Comments: I would like to start off by thanking all of the junior Sailors that I have served with during my career; I would not have been at this stage of my career if it weren't for them. Thank you to CMDMC Michael Smith; CMDMC Rob Lemons; CMDMC Kathy McNulty; HMCS(FMF/SW) Austin Ivy; HMCS(FMF/SW) Brian Jacobson; HMC(FMF/SW) Ken McDowell; HMC(FMF) Noel Gravina; HMC(SW/FMF) Gilbert Garcia; HMC(FMF) Mike Legaspi; HMCS(FMF) (RET) Harold Catolico; HMC(FMF) (RET) Kevin Chance; HMC(SW/AW) (RET) Aron Robertson; HMC(SW/EXW) (RET) Anthony Tufares; and HMC(SW/AW) (RET) John Turbeville. Your experience, guidance and mentorship led me to be selected and I am truly honored and humbled. Last but certainly not least - to my beautiful wife and two little girls (with a third child on the way) - God has blessed me with a strong-willed woman who has remained by my side through all of the sacrifices and hardships. I could not have done this without you and I look forward in starting the next phase of our lives. Mamas, Hailey, Chloe, and baby #3 - thank you and I love you!
Date: 12:19pm
From: DCC(SW) (SEL) Nathan Almada
Duty Stations: SWOS LS San Diego
Comments: Thank you to all those who have guided me in the right direction and picked me when I had fallen!
Date: 12:16pm
From: MMC (SW/AW) SEL Floyd Hollier
Duty Stations: USS Essex USS Eisenhower NRD New England USS Bataan TSC San Diego
Comments: Finally here!
Date: 11:05am
From: CTRC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Jonathan D. Sharier
Duty Stations: NIOC MD
Comments: I thank GMC(SW)(RET) Morley for being my first Chief, a genuine Chief, and a role-model and mentor. I thank GMCM(SW) William Yeo for his example as a leader, an endless source of wisdom, and a man. Next, I thank ETC(SW/AW) Dupre for being the Chief when my division and I needed one most. Finally, I give my humble thanks to the men and women that I have served with as blueshirts on the deckplates; your persona, knowledge, trials, and value is unable to be done justice with words alone. I am where I am because of your success and your willingness to trust me; leading such fine professionals was easy because you made it so.
Date: 11:01am
From: MNC (SW) (SEL) Joseph E. Sexton
Duty Stations: USS Pioneer, USS Defender, MCMRON 7
Comments: First and foremost I want to thank my family. They are my most important reason for striving to seek great accomplishments such as this one. Next, I have to thank the sailors that I've worked side by side with coming up the ranks and the sailors that I've guided along the way as well. Your hard work and your success is what got me here. Finally I'd like to thank the Chief's that I've worked for. Your guidance set me on this course. Pretty soon it will be up to me and my fellow selects to carry it on. Thank you. Looking forward to earning the title of Navy Chief on 16 September. HONOR THE ANCHOR!!! Congratulations to everyone of us!!! See you on the Deck Plates!!!
Date: 10:32am
From: MAC(Sel)(SW) Kristopher A. Griffin
Duty Stations: CRG-2 Det Bahrain
Comments: I would like all the junior sailors for lessons that they have taught me along the way and for making me the leader I am today. I could not have been Selected as a Chief Petty Officer without them. I would like to thank the many, too many to count or say, Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chief, who have shown me the way to becoming a leader. For their mentorship, guidance, sounding board and most of all, leading by example, I am truly thankful. For my wife and children that have stuck by me during all the late nights while I was from my learning from young sailors, I thank you.
Date: 10:23am
From: LSC(SW) (SEL) Marlon J. Andaya
Duty Stations: USS Camden (AOE-2), FISC, USS Rentz (FFG-46), FLC San Diego
Comments: I would like to thank my family, my mentors and previous and present brothers and sister. Without the guidance and support I wouldn't where I am now. Thank you everyone for the support.
Date: 10:16am
From: MAC (SW/AW) (SEL) Melvin Prado
Duty Stations: USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72)
Comments: I thank my family, friends, Sailors, and the Chiefs that came before me. "Jedi mind tricks" remember that for the future. Leadership is not on your collar but on the faces of those you lead.
Date: 10:12am
From: BUC (SCW) (Sel) ANDREW PHILLIP HERNANDEZ
Duty Stations: NMCB 5
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentorship I have received from previous Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs and current leadership. In addition I would like to thank the many troops I have had the opportunity to work with and lead, without you I wouldn't be where I am today. Furthermore I would like to give the biggest appreciation to my kids, Tyler Alexis and Natilia for all the support you have given me throughout my career.
Date: 09:47am
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Jason Larimer
Duty Stations: CPPD NITC
Comments: There are so many great Chiefs that played a huge role in getting me here that I am hesitant to list them by name. FCCM(RET) Darcy, CMC Maddox, FCCM Happli, FCCS Shepherd, FCCS Heidenreich, OSCS Taylor, FCCS Zalewski, FCCS Duran, FCC Belbeck, STGC Martinez, whether you knew it or not you've all had a large influence on me which definitely helped me get here. Thank you.
Date: 09:03am
From: ISC (EXW/IDW) (SEL) Kasey Marie Helms
Duty Stations: COMPCRON ONE
Comments: I am humbled to have the opportunity to join this group. There have been many people along the way that provided me guidance and opportunities; I truly appreciate all of the help and hope I can pay it forward.
Date: 08:49am
From: UTC (SCW) (SEL) Dustin Wooden
Duty Stations: NMCB 133
Comments: Thank you to all the mentors for the guidance and tolerance. Thank you to all the Junior Sailors who put in the long hours and sweat, without your hardwork, this would never have been possible!!! Truly humbled, Thank you again!
Date: 08:42am
From: NCC (AW) (SEL) KATHRYN GOODMAN
Duty Stations: NRD MICHIGAN
Comments: I am so happy to have my name on the list! I have had so many good leaders in my career that have helped me grow and develop into the sailor that I am today. All these people hold a special place in my heart. I am blessed to have served with so many great leaders and I hope to learn and grow as much as I can within the next 6 weeks so that I can be a great leader for my junior sailors.
Date: 08:30am
From: ITC(SW/IDW) (SEL) TROY STOUTE
Duty Stations: FDRMC
Comments: I'm a product of my environment and where I come from. I would like to thank all the chiefs who helped me get to this point in my career from the following commands: COMNAVPERSCOM, COMSECONDFLT, NMCI DET NRFK, JMAST, PC-CREW LIMA, NCTAMS LANT NORFOLK, AND FDRMC. I also would like to thanks those other Chiefs from various commands who gave me guidance in my career. V/r ITC(SW/IDW) SEL STOUTE
Date: 08:27am
From: MRC (SW) (SEL) Robert Hutchison
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable AS-40 , Training Support Center Great Lakes, NPDB Iraq, USS Chosin CG-65,
Comments: Congratulation's fellow selectee's. I would like to personally thank all of my family and mentors from my past commands all of the knowledge was put to great use in the success of my career Thanks.
Date: 08:26am
From: ITC (IDW/SW/AW) (Sel) Joshua S. Pester
Duty Stations: NTCS Naples (Current), USS Makin Island, NCTAMS PAC, SUB BASE BANGOR, USS CONSTELLATION, USNS GUADALUPE, USNS RAPPAHANNOCK
Comments: Honored to be selected a part of this brotherhood. There have been several mentors along the way, most notably my sea daddy SMC Schoenbaum. Showed me what hard work looks like (Even if I did have my own stateroom as an E-1) and didn't make life easy for me. Looking forward to pushing junior Sailors the same way and making a difference.
Date: 08:20am
From: CSC (SW/AW) (SEL) KEEVAN ALLISTER HAYNES
Duty Stations: USS TYPHOON PC-5
Comments: I AM A PRODUCT OF THE ENVIRONMENT EVERY CHIEF I CAME ACROSS WORK FOR OR WITH, THIS IS THE RESULTS. THANK YOU!
Date: 07:34am
From: GMC(Sel) Matthew Bryan Davis
Duty Stations: USS FRANK CABLE AS40, RTC GREAT LAKES, USS FARRAGUT DDG99, USS CURTIS WILBUR DDG54
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectees. I look forward to serving with all of my new brothers and sisters in the mess.
Date: 07:28am
From: MRC(SW/AW)(SEL) Nathan D. Kopp
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN-73), USS PINCKNEY (DDG 91), SWRMC SAN DIEGO, USS PORTER (DDG 78), USS FRANK CABLE (AS 40)
Comments: I would like to congratulate all selectees and I am looking forward to serving alongside the Genuine Chiefs. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 07:27am
From: OSC (Sel) John S. Morgan
Duty Stations: USS Schenectady, USS Halyburton, NRS Maryville, USS Porter, CSCS DET Mayport
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected. I would like to thank all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs, active and retired that have mentored me and had faith that one day I would be a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 07:22am
From: YNC(AW) (SEL) Justin Griffiths
Duty Stations: NAF Washington, VFC-111, NAVCENT FWD HQ Afghanistan, CHNAVPERS Staff
Comments: I am very humbled to be selected and would like to thank all of the chiefs that helped me along the way, especially FLTCM (Ret.) Scott Benning, CMDCM (Ret.) Jerry Featherstone, NCCM (Ret.) Pollyanna Neely, NCCM Paul Tyquiengco, YNCS Anthonio Brockington, YNC (Ret.) John Boyce, OSC Jessica Myers, and YNC Andre Howell.
Date: 07:18am
From: MMC (SS/SW) (SEL) Erin Patrick Flanagan
Duty Stations: USS Corpus Christi (SSN-705), USS Frank Cable (AS-40), Submarine Squadron Fifteen, USS Oklahoma City (SSN-723)
Comments: I am honored to be selected and I am looking forward to working in and with the CPO mess.
Date: 07:17am
From: ABFC (AW/SW)(SEL) Justin L. Yingling
Duty Stations: Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida
Comments: I would like to thank all of my mentors for providing me with all the guidance and wisdom that not only assisted me in being selected but also in being a better man. I would also like to thank my family for being so supportive. I definitely couldn't have down this with out you. I am very exited to start this new chapter in my life.
Date: 07:07am
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Walter T. Wolf
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln (current), NPTU Ballston SPA, USS Harry S. Truman, NRD Michigan, USS South Carolina
Comments: I would like to thank my wife. For with out her support and love I wouldn't have made it to this point.
Date: 07:05am
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) Julian Pardal
Duty Stations: USS Hurricane PC-3, USS Typhoon PC-5, CNR-Hfawaii, USS Roosevelt DDG-80, USS Emory S Land, Harbor Operations Mayport Naval Station, USS Battaan LHD-5
Comments: I will like to thanks my family for always support me and believe in me. My C.O LCDR Meise, for give me the tools and opportunity to achieve this goal. My chain of command present and past, those Chief and Seniors Chief that help me through out my career, BMCS Ringo and QMC Adkitson from PC- Crew Delta, QMC Scott Ramsey from CNRH, QMCM Jenkins, From Emory S Land, LCDR Wagner , Navigator Emory S Land , QMCM James Davis from USS Battaan during the September 11 2001 arduos Deployment. Captain Dunn from USS Leyte Gulf who allow me to enter this great rate of Quartermaster. And Senior Chief Ridgeway the first Chief who taught me what a Chief is all about. And All my brothers and sisters of this phase II 365 well deserve Here at PCRON Bahrain.
Date: 06:56am
From: ETC(SW/AW)(SEL) Christopher K Lindvold
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis, NAS Whidbey Island, USS Mount Whitney
Comments: I would like to thank the countless Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have guided and mentored me throughout my career and gotten me to this point. I never would have made it here without your guidance. I would also like to thank all of the junior Sailors that I have been lucky enough to encounter. You have helped me become a better leader and more understanding. Last, but certainly not least, I want to thank my wife and my children for their tireless support. They constantly motivate me to do better every day, and I am so blessed to have them in my life.
Date: 06:43am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Kyle Seager
Duty Stations: USS Curtis Wilbur, NRD St Louis, USS San Jacinto, USS Stump
Comments: What an honor to have been selected! I am motivated and ready to learn during this season. Thank you to all the CPOs I have had the pleasure of serving with up to this point. I would especially like to thank CWO2 (GMCS) George Cumings, GMCS Nic Heimsoth, FCCS Randall Shilton, FCC(RET) George Reiss, NCC(RET) Brian Pearson, and FCC Joe Duck for all the mentorship and guidance that you have all provided throughout my career. I can not say thank you enough.
Date: 06:33am
From: HMC (SW)(SEL) Jose Luis Alonso
Duty Stations: USS THUNDERBOLT PC-12, SURFACE WARFARE MEDICAL INSTITUTE, NAVAL HOSPITAL JACKSONVILLE, USS ROBERT G. BRADLEY FFG-49, USS O'BANNON DD-987
Comments: (Commands are in order from current to previous). If I have seen father than others it is because I stood on the shoulder of giants. I would like to thank all the great mentors I have had that have elevated me to reach this goal, BMC Tirus Jackson, HM1 Alfonzo Jacobs, HMC Joseph Rivas, HMC Sam Gilliland, HMC Mike Gay, HMC Eduardo Lineras, ENC Carlos Veloz, EMC Vincent Jones, HMCS Micheal Holmes, HMCS Jeff Coslett, HMCS Chris Arredondo, HMCS Carl Holzhauer, HMCM Daniel Field, HMCM Tia Johns, HMCM Abberton, HMCM Brett Cummings, HCMC Tommie Thompson, HMCM Chris Angstead, HMCM Fred Chavez, HMCM Darrell Timpa, HMCM Santiago, LT Brandon Christian (LDO), CWO4 William Rivera, LCDR Robert Holt, LCDR David Coles, LCDR Karen Flanagan, Capt Dando and all of my Juinor Sailor that supported me all the way from my BM days straight into my HM days. You guys have stood the watch proudly and I am humbly looking forward to continue to improve out Navy together. Id like to thank my family, especially my late grandmother that always believe in me even when others didn't. I want to thanks my beautiful wife, Julianne Maria Alonso, and the coolest stepson a man could ask for, Connor Davis, for staying by my side through the good and bad and always being my biggest fans. I couldn't have done this without any of the above. This list is not all inclusive. I know I am missing people because it would take a lifetime to thank every Shipmate that has affected me both good and bad to be the leader I am today. To anyone that has crossed my path, Thank you. Because you have been a part of making me who I am today.
Date: 06:23am
From: MMC(SEL)(SS) Timothy C. Muck
Duty Stations: NPTU CHS, USS Maryland (SSBN-738), USS Rhode Island (SSBN-740)
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors who have dedicated time and energy to getting me where I am today. Congratulations to all the FY15 Selectees!
Date: 06:00am
From: ITC(SEL) Nelson Molina
Duty Stations: ATG Norfolk
Comments: I am extremely humbled and honored to have been selected. This would not have been possible without the support of my loving wife, Angela and my daughter, Anna. Thank you to each and every one of my junior shipmates on the USS George HW Bush who have also taught me some valuable lessons. Thank you to all leaders who took the time to mentor and influence me throughout my career. Special thanks to ITCM Lyons, ETCS Cardwell (Retired), LSC Barnes, IT1 “Chuck” Holmes (Retired) and ET1 Hacker (Retired).
Date: 05:55am
From: ITC (Sel) (IDW/SW) Guillermo Rocha
Duty Stations: NCTS Naples, USS Rentz, USS Kidd, NCTS Bahrain, CSG7, NIOC Texas, NSGA Yokosuka, ONI SPINTCOMM Souda Bay
Comments: I would like to congratulate my fellow selectees. I look forward to completing a time-honored tradition and joining an elite brotherhood. I would like to thank a few Chiefs who showed me the right way to do things. ITCS Robb, ETC Wright, ITCS Dougherty and ETCS Stone. Those Chiefs and Senior Chiefs led from the front and exemplified what it means to be a Navy Chief and I will do my best to follow in their footsteps.
Date: 05:23am
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Jason S. Dennis
Duty Stations: NIOD Potomac, USS Wasp (LHD1), NMCI, USS Defender (MCM2), ACU5 Det WPA, NBU7
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Kristine and my family back home for their endless support during my career. ITCS(SW/AW) Jonathan Morton and ITC(SW) Brian Redford for their continued guidance in rating and leadership. Last but not least, all of my personnel that have worked with me at NBU7, without them i would not be signing this deck lock as a Chief Petty Officer Selectee!
Date: 04:51am
From: BMC (SEL) Paul M Jaskowiak
Duty Stations: USS ESSEX (LHD 2), USS BELLEAU WOOD (LHA 3). NSSC NORFOLK, USS WASP (LHD 1), USS BAINBRIDGE (DDG 96), NWS EARLE, USS COMSTOCK (LSD 45)
Comments: This is absolutley a complete honor and a privilege to be selected to join the ranks of Chief Petty Officer. Words cannot express how grateful I am. I would like to send a heartfelt congratulations to my fellow selectee's and express my deepest thanks to all of the Chief's who helped me reach this amazing milestone. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!!!!!!!
Date: 04:38am
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Rodney Painter
Duty Stations: ASTC Pensacola Fl.
Comments: It is an honor to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer, I hope that one day I can shake the hands of all the Chiefs from my past and current command, that had/have guided me through my career. Thank you to each and everyone of you. Congratulations to all the Selectees.
Date: 04:11am
From: LSC(Sel) Thomas Lawlor
Duty Stations: USS Blue Ridge, COMLOG WESTPAC, VFA 137, NAVSUP FLCY
Comments: Goat Locker, It is an honor and a privilege . Very Respectfully, LSC(Sel) Thomas Lawlor
Date: 04:05am
From: SHC(SEL) Yuen Restuvog
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLCY
Comments: it is an honor to be selected as Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 04:03am
From: ITC (SEL) Melinda Villena
Duty Stations: DLA Distribution Yokosuka, Japan
Comments: Respectfully Request access to the goat locker. Thank you.
Date: 03:31am
From: ITC (IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Travoria Young
Duty Stations: COMSEVENTHFLT, COMNAVFORJAPAN, USS George Washington, NAVCOMTELSTA FAR EAST
Comments: I am honored and humbled to have been selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. First i would like to thank God, the great Sailor's i've worked with and mentors that provided wise counseling and guided me along the way and my family. I look forward to learning as much as I can during the transition and applying it in the fleet.
Date: 03:24am
From: MAC(SW)(SEL) Raymond A. Cuevas III
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD(LHD6), NAVSUPACT NAPLES ITALY, MARINE CORPS SECURITY FORCE BATTALION BANGOR, NAVCENT BAHRAIN, USS PAUL HAMILTON (DDG-60)
Comments: Honorable Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs, Most Honorable and Highly Exalted Master Chiefs, I would like to take the time to thank some of the Chiefs that have made a positive impact in career. To MMC Buzz Philips, thank you for showing me what a true deck plate leader really is. Down it the pit Khakis on showing us how to turn wrenches. To MACS Aurelius Fullilove, thank you for showing me what leadership really is. As leaders we are tasked with building a positive foundation for our Sailors. Thank you for showing me that we were building men and not just Sailors. Thank you to all the Chiefs both good and bad that I have had throughout my career. It is your life lessons that I have learned the most from. I have waited 13 years to be selected to this great fraternity and will wear the uniform with PRIDE as my future brothers and sisters have done before me.
Date: 03:21am
From: GMC(Sel) Damian Urias
Duty Stations: USS Paul Hamilton
Comments: Thank you for creating and maintaining this site. Congratulations to all Chief Selects!
Date: 02:47am
From: AEC (SEL) Richard Fenters
Duty Stations: VP-10, RTC Great Lakes, NFDS Blue Angels, VX-1, VQ-1
Comments: I am grateful for the privilege and proud to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I did not do this on my own, for I have family, Sailors, peers, mentors, and many Chiefs to thank for this day. I am eager to gain the wisdom from every Chief I have the opportunity to meet and I am committed to work for my anchors everyday. Very Respectfully, AEC(SEL) (AW) Richard Fenters
Date: 02:45am
From: MMC(SW/AW) (Sel) Jeffrey Alan Mazanka
Duty Stations: USS Kitty Hawk, USS Ronald Reagan, NRD Michigan, USS George. H W Bush, TSC San Diego " C" School
Comments: I am honored to be selected this year and becoming a part of the mess. Let's have a great time with this years CPO 365 phase 2 season!
Date: 02:24am
From: DCC(Sel) SW Christopher Brennan
Duty Stations: USS GRIDLEY (DDG 101) NRD Denver
Comments: Wanted to thank all the Chiefs that have led me to this point and my family who supported me all this way. Looking forward to starting a new chapter in my career!!
Date: 02:23am
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Stephen Allan Simmons
Duty Stations: USS Wayne E Meyer DDG 108
Comments: First off I would like to thank my spouse Julie Simmons for taking on the tough job back home with the kids and always supporting me and my Naval Career. We have been through a lot in the last 6 years then most couples have been through in a lifetime. As far as some of the awesome leaders I have had the privilege to serve under and be mentored by: GSMC(SW)(RET) Anthony Delap was my very first Chief, watching how he lead our division and how he took care of his sailors really inspired me to want to be a Chief Petty Officer. I would also like to thank GSCM(SW) Schmidt and GSCS(SW) Gabrielson for their mentorship which helped get me where I’m at today. Last but certainly not least I would like to thank all of my sailors who have served under me through the years. You are the true reason I was selected. THANK YOU!!!
Date: 02:07am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Tyler Patrick Ferrel
Duty Stations: USS Philippine Sea (CG 58), Cruise Missile Support Activity Pacific (CMSA PAC), USS Shoup (DDG-86)
Comments: Congratulations and good luck to all my fellow FY-15 Selects. There are no words to express the Honor that I feel to have been selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. Special appreciation goes out to CMDCM Leppert, GMCS King (Ret.), GSMCS Bumpus (Ret.), FCC Pierce, FCC Humphrey, FCC Zdunkawicz, YNC Cox, ITC Allen and FCC Thomas (Ret.) who each have invested countless hours in mentoring, training and pushing me to be the best sailor I could be. I look forward to the upcoming challenges of the season and becoming part of the CPO community.
Date: 01:36am
From: YNC(AW) (SEL) Roxanne J. Martinez
Duty Stations: VQ-1, VQ-2(decom), DCS Sigonella, SSO Groton, NIOC Naples(decom), NIOC Ft Meade
Comments: It is truly an honor to be a part of something bigger.. not just to serve in the world's FINEST NAVY, but as a Chief Petty Officer (SEL). Humility, Gratitude, and Loyalty - I will ensure to carry this on with me, just as my Leaders and mentors have passed on to me. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!! HOOYAH!!!!!
Date: 01:32am
From: AWFC(SEL) Edward King
Duty Stations: VQ-1
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors that have got me to this stage in my career.
Date: 01:31am
From: AMC (Sel) Michael Zamora
Duty Stations: VQ-1 NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: Thank you to all who guided and mentored me on my journey on a rough and rugged path to become a chief.
Date: 01:31am
From: AEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Ismael Piña
Duty Stations: HSL-45, FRCSW, NATTC Pensacola, USS Essex, USS Bonhomme Richard, VQ-1
Comments: First of all I want to take the opportunity to thank all Chief Petty Officers that have gone before me for setting the stage so that I can continue with such noble duty of leading and guiding the sailors of this fine US Navy. I also want to congratulate all selectees of class 121 for such a great accomplishment. The road was not easy and we still have one more mountain to climb before we can reach the top and complete our journey. Lastly, I would like to thank all Chiefs that have impacted my career one way or another. I would need 20 pages to name them all, but I could not have done it with out them. It is an honor and previlage to be called upon such noble job and I am looking foward to making you all proud!! V/r, AEC (SEL) Piña
Date: 01:16am
From: LSC(SW)(SEL) Jacob T Kunkel
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal CG 73, ASD NAS JAX, USS Gunston Hall LSD44, Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes.
Comments: I would like to give a special thank to my leaders who had trained me and provided me the resources and opportunity to achieve and provide solutions for any obstacle no matter how great or small. If we share our knowledge with those whom seem fit to provide with motivation, we can say with certainty, "easy day". GOD BLESS ALL! HOOYAH!
Date: 01:03am
From: ITC(SEL) (IDW/SW) Michael A. Notarianni
Duty Stations: USS Juneau, Comthirdflt, Mine Countermeasures Squadron Seven, NCTAMS PAC.
Comments: Congrats to all selectees and would love to share more of this experience with as many of you as possible. If there are any selectees in the Pearl Harbor area interested in syncing up with another group or just sharing experiences or tips please email me. Listed my private email... Again congratulations and I am so thankful to be able to share this years season with you.. Notorious B.I.G.
Date: 01:03am
From: ABEC(SEL) (AW/SW) Miguel A. Scatliffe
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise CVN-65 NRD Miami USS Carl Vinson CVN-70 NRD Los Angeles
Comments: I want to give a special thanks to all my mentors that have impacted and trained me throughout my career. I will like to thank the Crew of the HARDEST working V-2 Division in the Navy, The Crew of USS Carl Vinson Air Department V-2 Division. You know you all go hard in the paint!! We bleed GREEN!! ALRE ALL DAY!!
Date: 01:02am
From: MMC (SEL) Michael Tavis
Duty Stations: USS Pennsylvania (Gold), NNPTC Charleston, USS Miami
Comments: I am very excited to complete the season and get pinned. Thanks to everyone who has supported me over the years.
Date: 12:49am
From: NCC(SEL)(SW/IDW) Nicolas Oliver
Duty Stations: NRD Phoenix, COMFIFTHFLT Bahrain, NRD Michigan, MCM Crew Reaper, MHC Crew Force, USS Fort McHenry (LSD-43)
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that made my success possible. I would not be where I am today without the guidance and mentorship of all the Chief's I worked for.
Date: 12:40am
From: GMC(sel) Richard Webb
Duty Stations: USS PORTER DDG78
Comments: wanna say congads to all the new Selectees for fy-15. little about me been in the navy 19yr. i never knew what to expect but i realize i knew nothing of the navy til now. the last few days have change the way i see things. this is a proud honor that i have been selected to begin...
Date: 12:35am
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Patrick Miller
Duty Stations: USS Nevada Blue, SWFPAC, USS Alabama Blue
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who gave me the guidance I needed to get this far especially when I didn't even know I needed it. I am truly honored to have been selected as a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 12:24am
From: CTIC(IDW/SG/SW)(SEL) Steven Sorkin
Duty Stations: USS Santa Barbara (AE 28), Chaleston, SC. / MS "A" School, Lackland AFB, TX. / USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63), San Diego, CA & Yokosuka, Japan / Naval Station Pearl Harbor, HI. / Defense Language Institute, Monterrey, CA / NAVIOCOM GEORGIA, Fort Gordon, GA
Comments: After over 20 years (HYT Waiver) of active duty, I am completely humbled to have been selected. I only hope that I will rise to the challenge and be a great addition to the Chief's Mess. I didn't get here alone. It took the guidance of many Chiefs over the past 20 years to influence, mold and guide my path to today. I have far too many people to thank than to list them here. Instead, for those Chiefs who believed in me and guided me, I will say thank you and it will be my honor to follow in your footsteps and wear the rank of the most prestigious rank in the U.S. Military. That of a U.S. Navy Chief! NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 12:20am
From: ITC (Sel) (SW) David Lyle
Duty Stations: USS Curtis Wilbur, Commander Submarine Group Seven, NCTS Sicily IT, USS LaSalle, COMNAVSOUTH Naples IT, Submarine Group Eight, USS Simon Lake
Comments: I'm so humbled and blessed and would like to thank the many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have mentored me during my Navy career. I also want to thank the Junior Sailors who also made this monumental event in my career possible.
Date: 12:19am
From: SBC (SWCC/EXW/PJ) (SEL) Tristan Fletcher
Duty Stations: SBT-22
Comments: I am truly humbled and blessed to be surrounded by not only amazing mentors, but also some great junior sailors who have not only put me in a position to be successful, but have also been there to guide me and mold me who I am today. Looking forward to joining the Mess and to continue to mold today's sailors into tomorrow's leaders. ON TIME. ON TARGET. NEVER QUIT!
Date: 12:00am
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Edward William Drury III
Duty Stations: USS SACRAMENTO (AOE-1), NRD MINNEAPOLIS, USS PAUL HAMILTON (DDG-60), NRD MINNEAPOLIS, NRD ST. LOUIS
Comments: I want to thank my wife Nadine for your sacrifices and selflessness. I want to thank the Chiefs who have molded and guided me to become a better leader, better follower and a better person. I want thank the Sailors that I have work for, next to me and for me, without you this would not be achievable! TRULY BLESSED!!!
Date: 11:54pm
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Felipe A. Gutierrez
Duty Stations: USS Comstock (LSD45), USS Vandegrift (FFG48), SWRMC, USS Spruance (DDG111), and ACU-1
Comments: Thank you to all my Junior sailors that have worked under me. It is because of your hard work and dedication I'm able to be where I'm at today . My fellow Chief Selects, Never give up and enjoy our induction. This will be the best experience that will only happen once in our Naval Career. Best of luck and I look forward to seeing you out in the fleet.
Date: 11:53pm
From: FCC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Jason Marks
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 102
Comments: I would like to give a special thanks to the following Chief Petty Officers who suffered through dealing with me early on in my career. They gave me information and guidance that I fought against taking onboard, but eventually would break down and absorb years later. To FCC Rhinehart (CVN 69), FCC Jay Kinsey (CVN 71), BMC Dawn Martin (Norfolk Naval Brig), ITC Crupi & ITCS Stolebarger (MSRON 4), and FCCS Ed Gallagher (MSRON 2), I say thank you very much for your part in getting me where I am today!
Date: 11:48pm
From: ACC(SEL)(AW/SW) Christian Olanday
Duty Stations: USS John F Kennedy CV 67, NAS Kingsville TX, USS Essex LHD 2, USS Bonhomme Richard LHD 6, NATTC Pensacola FL
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow FY 15 Chief Selectees. I would like to thank my family for always being there for me, giving me the support I needed and kept me going through hard times. Thank you to all the the people that made it paved the way for me to get me where I am at now, ACC(Ret)Martin, ACCS(Ret)Brooks, ACCS Garcia, ACCS Carr, ACCS Christiansen and ACC Spikes.
Date: 11:44pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Richard Watson
Duty Stations: ACU5
Comments: I would like to say thank you to my great mentors in my naval career that helped me make it where i am at now. GSCM Larson, HTCM Madigan, GSCM Logsdon, GSCS Cholger, HTCS Brandt, GSCS Rachor, OCSC Haiden, GSCS Barba, GSCS Monsalud, GSCS Jones, Gscs Macias, STGCS Maruffo, GSMC Peralta, GSCS Miller, GSMC Peralta, OSC McKee , GSCS Deniston, CDR Gilman, GSCS Sado, OSC Rogers , GSMC Karber, ENC Beaver, MMC KELLY. Man this list can go on for ever!!! I met the greatest Sailors and mentors at ACU5.. You all are part of a different breed that helped me become the best sailor I could be and I am truly greatful to you all. Thank you for everything in my career I hope to continue y'all's legacy!!!
Date: 11:36pm
From: HTC (SW) (SEL) Gary Reed
Duty Stations: USS WASP LHD-1, MARMC, NAVSUPFAC DIEGO GARCIA
Comments: I would like to thank everyone I have ever worked for for supporting me throughout my journey in the US Navy. Every Chief I ever had has taught me things I still use and believe today. HTC(SW) James Willard, HTC(SW/AW) Vince Doolittle, HTC (SW) Pete Milton, HTC (SW/AW) Betty Heltsley, HTCS(SW) Bryon Meyers, DCC(SW) Phillip West, DCC (SW) Dan O'Connor just to name a few and if I forgot anyone I apologize. And scores of other Chiefs I have worked with. Thanks for everything guys!
Date: 11:15pm
From: HTC(SW)SEL Gregory Otteson
Duty Stations: USS COWPENS, USS FITZGERALD, NRD SEATTLE, USS CURTIS WILBUR
Comments: Congratulations to all the Selectees! Thank you to everyone who has trained and mentored me thus far. I am looking forward to this Transition and good luck to all the Selectees!
Date: 11:02pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) RYAN GEORGE JOHNSON
Duty Stations: NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all there dedication and support through the years I would like to thank my mentors EMC(SW/AW) JEFFERY MORGAN(PATIENCE AND VIRTUE) and AOCM(AW/SW) BOBBY LEE (WISDOM AND UNDERSTANDING) for always believing in me teaching me the not only become a better Sailor but life lessons on becoming a better man. I would like to thank my 1st CHIEF AOC(RET) RANDY SCUDDER (HARD WORK AND DEDICATION) You showed me what a Cheif is and how a Chief always takes care of his Sailors. Also I would like to thank all the USN Sailors that I have had the privilege of serving with onboard the USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) 2002-2008 and USS Harry S Truman(CVN-75)2009-2014 I could have never done this by myself. THANK YOU.
Date: 10:44pm
From: AWSC (NAC/AW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Roger Richards
Duty Stations: NAS PENSACOLA
Comments: I would like to first and foremost thank my family for standing by me and holding strong during this journey leading up being a FY'15 Selectee. Without them i would not be here! I would like to personally think Senior Chief Dave Allen for always keeping me in-line and chewing my butt when it needed it most. Senior Chief Nord always pushed me hard and made me want to be a better Sailor. Senior Chief Vanburen was a huge mentor to me during my last years leading up to being a Selectee.
Date: 10:38pm
From: MRC(SW/AW) (SEL) Michael Martin
Duty Stations: USS NASSAU, NRD NASHVILLE(NRS OAK RIDGE), USS MONTEREY, ATG NORFOLK
Comments: Very humbled and honored to be chosen. Now to be accepted. I accept the charge.
Date: 10:37pm
From: AGC(IDW/AW/SW) (SEL) Derron W Gee
Duty Stations: NMOPDD Yokosuka, Fleet Weather Center San Diego, Strike Group Oceanography Team San Diego, AGC-1 School Biloxi, MS, Naval Speacial Warfare Group One, Mobile Environmental Team San Diego, AG A-1 School Biloxi, MS, RTC Great Lakes
Comments: It is a tremendous honor to have been selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. I owe it all to the Chiefs who mentored me and guided me all these years, and for being direct and brutally honest with me when I needed it. I will work my hardest to pay back all of those who I have had the privilege to work for, by molding and taking care of the future leaders of the Navy. There is no way I could have accomplished this without the leadership at my current and previous commands. I look forward to be challenged both mentally and physically and to learn what it takes to become a US Navy Chief Petty Officer while forming a bond with my fellow Chief Selectees.
Date: 10:32pm
From: ACC(AW/SW) (SEL) Adrian D. Adkins
Duty Stations: USS George Washington (CVN-73), FACSFAC Jacksonville, TACRON TWO ONE, NATTC
Comments: I am very honored and proud to be selected. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Master Chiefs and shipmates that have helped me achieve this milestone. Without the mentorship, knowledge and guidance that I have received over the years this wouldn't be possible.
Date: 10:21pm
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) HEATH JAMES GARCIA
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island Security Department, Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka Security Department, ECRC FWD Afghanistan, VQ-3 Detachment Travis AFB, Mobile Expeditionary Squadron Detachment 711, NAS Guantanamoa Bay Cuba
Comments: I would like to take a moment to reflect on those responsible for getting me to my Pinnacle thus far of my Career. CMDCM Martin King, MACM Deogracias Pineda, MACS Bonafacio Bainco, MACS Mary Mcquain, MAC Adam Goss, MAC Maurice Alcorn, MAC Rory Collins, MAC Mark Delisle, MAC Jim Guthrie, MAC George latourneau, just to name a few of the chiefs who helped build me up to what I am as a sailor in my career. Went through a lot of hard knocks and bruises however, I am stronger then I was in every professional aspect thanks to NAVY CHIEFS!
Date: 10:02pm
From: AMC (sel) Joanna Madrid
Duty Stations: USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Comments: Sharpening the axe! “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe." ― Abraham Lincoln
Date: 10:02pm
From: BMC(SW/EXW/AW) (SEL) Warren Anthony Neal Jr.
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Western Pacific
Comments: I would not be here with out Master Chief Boatswain's Mate Franklin Ard, ENCS Jamie Billiter, BMCS Jeremy Eden, MAC Dave Folsom, GMC Clember Miranda. These men were and are the greatest Chiefs I have ever met and I owe them my life. Each and everyone of you saved my life. I thank you and I will repay you by being the leader you saw me to be one day. God bless you, your families, and God bless the CHIEFS.
Date: 10:01pm
From: EMC (Sel) Cory R. Allen
Duty Stations: ACU-1, SBT-12, MSRON-3, ACB-1, USS Bunker Hill CG-52, USS Boxer LHD-4
Comments: Finally, Finally, Finally!!! Thank you to everyone ever in my career who helped guide me and keep my spirits up and push me forward. I never gave up thanks to all of you and the amazing junior sailors that I have had the great pleasure in leading!!! I look forward to joining the Chief Petty Officer's MESS on September 16th!!! Thank you everyone! HOORAH NAVY!!!!!!!
Date: 09:54pm
From: ACC(sel) Timothy Ray Norman
Duty Stations: USS Carl Vinson, NAS North Island, USS Abraham Lincoln, NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: Very honored to soon be part of the CPO mess. I look forward to the wealth of knowledge to be gained.
Date: 09:47pm
From: STGC(SW)(SEL) Raico S. Barnes
Duty Stations: USS Stephen W. Groves (FFG 29), NRD Montgomery, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51), CPPD LS Dam Neck, USS Mahan (DDG 72), COMOPTEVFOR
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectees. It’s been a long road but the journey is just beginning. I’d like to thank all the people that helped get me here because I definitely didn’t make it here by myself. If it wasn’t for the folks that mentored me and that I mentored then I wouldn’t be writing this entry. I look forward to joining the family and I promise to continue to uphold the highest standards.
Date: 09:42pm
From: EODC(EWS)(SEL) Grady Smith
Duty Stations: EODMU-11, EODMU-1
Comments: Thank you John, JMFH, Roy, Creepy, Bryan, Brian, to name a few, and all other Chiefs I've had the pleasure to work with and who have helped shape me into the sailor I am today! I'm proud to be a part of the hands-down best community in the Navy, and I look forward to bringing up the next generation of Navy EOD Techs!
Date: 09:26pm
From: GSMC(SEL) Michael Altes
Duty Stations: SWOSU Great Lakes
Comments: Congratulations to all that have been selected. I would like to thank every one that I have came across through out my career so far for all the great guidance, leadership and experience they have shared with me.
Date: 09:21pm
From: STSC(SS) (SEL) Robert Paul Cacchiola
Duty Stations: SSN 686, NRD NY, SSGN 729, NavSubscol, SSN760, NavSubscol
Comments: Its been a long road to this point, There have been many challenges (some of which I created) but thanks to my shipmates and family I have made it this far. Congrats to all the other selectees and good luck in the future. I especially want to thank STSCS(SS) LEE (RET) My first Sonar Chief for his Mentorship, and Master Chief Collins (RET), Master Chief Smith and Master Chief Avin for looking out for me and guiding the way.
Date: 09:09pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) CHRIS CHAVIS
Duty Stations: CSCSU Dam Neck, USS San Antonio (LPD 17)
Comments: Congratulations to ALL of the FY15 Chief Petty Officer Selectees. It is truly an Honor to be Selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the Worlds Greatest Navy and am so unbelievably grateful to the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who've looked out for me over the course of my career. A special thanks goes out to FCC Lee Smith. I absolutely wouldn't be where I am at today without your leadership and guidance. Thank you and good luck to everyone.
Date: 09:08pm
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Kristopher Ronald Lucion
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: "This is the happiest day of my life"
Date: 09:07pm
From: GSMC (Sel) Kenneth Parkins
Duty Stations: USS Monterey (CG-61), ACU-4, USS Mitscher (DDG-57), PHNSY & IMF, USS Thorn (DD-988), USS Ponce (LPD-15), NNPTC Orlando
Comments: With great sincerity I would like to thank the direction and guidance given to me by GSCS (SW) Scott Weifert, FCCM (SW/AW) Robert Piat, ASCS (AW/SW) (RET) Chris Viano, GSCS (SW) Brian Rogers, and EMCS (SW) Tony Chambers, regardless of how stubborn I was and how much pain we had to suffer through because of this. It has been a long hard road to get to this point in my career and I firmly believe it was the junior Sailors that I have worked with and the guidance from my Chief Petty Officers that have gotten me to where I am today.
Date: 09:01pm
From: LSC (SEL) Michael Harris Grant
Duty Stations: Nas Whidbey Island
Comments: I would like to take this time to thank all that have mentored me to this milestone of becoming a United States Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 08:06pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Joshua C Nash
Duty Stations: PMRF Barking Sands, Hi; USS FITZGERALD DDG-62; USS LEYTE GULF CG-55; USS VINCENNES CG-49
Comments: I would like to say that I am very proud and honoured to be selected to join the mess and the community. Throughout my career I always hear stories about the brotherhood that is the Chiefs Mess, and the family community that goes with it, and although I understood it and could see the reasoning behind it, I could not have fathomed the depth of it. Even now, as a Selectee, I can see what the true meaning of it all is and what it means to each and every one of its members. I cannot wait to earn my place in it. To all whom have helped me thus far, and to those that will push me even further; Thank you for the lessons learned, both easy and hard.
Date: 07:56pm
From: ACC (Sel) (AW/SW/IDW/EXW) Jesse C. Henson
Duty Stations: : NS Mayport, USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7), NAS Jacksonville, Florida, HOA Djibouti, Africa, NATTC Pensacola, Florida
Comments: I would Like to thank every single one of the Chiefs who helped me get to where I am today, but a special thank you to ACC Carson, ACC Rose, ACC Mulvaney, ACCM McCoy, ACCS (ret) Corcoran, ACCS Christopher Williams, ACC Proffen, ACC Hassel, ACC Beaudoin, ACC Niefer, and many others. I want to thank the selection board and all of my mentors for seeing the potential in me that I didn’t always see in myself. I look forward to the day that I can list some of my idols and mentors as peers, brothers, and sisters in the mess. Hooyah Class 121!
Date: 07:53pm
From: GMC (SW/EXW)(SEL) Richard Zitzke
Duty Stations: USS Halyburton (FFG40), MSRON 3 DET Bahrain, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMF, USS Halsey (DDG97), USS Reubens James (FFG57)
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 Chief Selects. Thank you to all the CPOs that have guided and mentored me throughout the years. I am humbled to have been selected and I look forward to gaining the knowledge need to become the Chief.
Date: 07:48pm
From: NDC(DSW) (SEL) Caleb A. Huff
Duty Stations: NEDU, SDV Team 1, Pearl Harbor Navy Shipyard, SIMA Mayport
Comments: Extremely proud to be a part of such a dignified circle of CPO Selects!
Date: 07:38pm
From: CTIC(IDW/SG)(SEL) Jeffrey Wahl
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes 2003, CIDD Monterey 2003-2006, NIOC MD 2006-2009, NRD Pittsburgh 2010-2013, NIOC MD 2013-Present
Comments: I am so honored to have been selected to join the mess. My Sailors, and my Chiefs have always been my rock. It is time for me to stand up and hold them on my shoulders. I look forward to the training and to giving back to Navy!
Date: 07:27pm
From: NDC(DSW/SW) (SEL) Jim W. Reeves
Duty Stations: NDSTC, SDV Team 1, USS Frank Cable, USS Grasp
Comments: Congratulations to all the selectees! Looking forward to the next 6 weeks!
Date: 07:19pm
From: CTNC (SEL) Georgia Brown
Duty Stations: NCDOC, UARNOC, NCTS Naples, NCTAMS EURCENT, USS Frank Cable(AS-40)
Comments: Congratulation's to all of FY-15 Chief Selectees! It is always hard this time of year for anyone who did not make chief, and we all must be thankful for being selected. We could not make it to this point in our careers without the hard work of our junior sailor's and Leaders that helped us make it here. So to all who we have served with and whom we worked under "Thank you". You are the reason why we have gotten selected and none of our names would not have been on the Selectee list without you.
Date: 07:06pm
From: EODC(EWS) (SEL) Joe A. Stutzke
Duty Stations: EODMU 6 Det Panama City, EODMU 5
Comments: Congrats to all the FY-15 Selects. Here's to a good time.
Date: 07:05pm
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Bryan Scott Burney
Duty Stations: NATTC/HSL-37/HSL-46/HSL37/VF-101
Comments: Selection to Chief Petty Officer has always been a dream of mine. My late Grandfather was a MSC in Korea and I had always looked up to him. Not because he was 6'3" tall, rather because of what he stood for and the way he carried himself. He was the Chief . Not just at work, not for only 24 years until retirement. He was a Chief until the day he passed. I wish he could be here in person to see the transformation that I go through so I could hear him say,"I am proud of you Chief." After all, I didn't get this far all on my own. The ones that came before set the example for me as I will do the same. I am Honored to be a part of such a distinguished group of men and women.
Date: 06:56pm
From: NDC(DSW/EXW) (SEL) Phil A. Hartman
Duty Stations: NDSTC, SDV Team 1, USNA, MDSU 2, SIMA Norfolk, Underwater Photo Team COMCAM
Comments: I am thrilled to have been selected and thank you for all of your mentorship. And I'm Phil Hartman.
Date: 06:51pm
From: CMC(SCW/DV) (SEL) Chauncey D. Hofacker
Duty Stations: NDSTC, UCT2, NSWDG, NMCB 40, USS Nimitz
Comments: I love this job every day!
Date: 06:47pm
From: MAC (Sel) Brian D. Holley
Duty Stations: NSA Panama City, NAVSTA Rota Spain, SWFLANT, NSA Naple Italy, NAS Pensacola
Comments: First I would like to congratulate all of my fellow CPO Selectees. I am motivated and excited for the challenge that lies ahead of us.
Date: 06:41pm
From: CTTC(IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Darrell W. Hitchcock
Duty Stations: NIOD Alice Springs AUS, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN 72), NIOC Norfolk, USS NASSAU (LHA 4), USS VALLEY FORGE (CG 50)
Comments: Good luck to my fellow FY 15 CPO Selectee's! Remember make it your season! I would like to thank all of my sailors that helped me get to this point, no one does it alone. I would also like to thank all of the Chiefs that have lead me here, without their guidance, this would not be possible.
Date: 06:35pm
From: STSC(SS) (SEL) Edward Plew
Duty Stations: USS Virginia, USS Alexandria, NAVSUBSCOL Groton CT
Comments: Excited to be apart of a great tradition.
Date: 06:09pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Seth E. Isaacs
Duty Stations: CTF-72, USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG-54), CRAM 5 JIB 1, USS LASSEN (DDG-82)
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have guided me along the way and enabled me to get to this point in my career.
Date: 06:06pm
From: GSEC(SW)(Sel) Pierre R Rene
Duty Stations: Uss Ogden LPD5, USS Gonzalez DDG66, SERMC Mayport,FL, USS Hue City CG66
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank my parents for their hard working genes, I would like to think all that helped me get here, my family, everybody that worked alongside me, below me and over me, and all my mentors, You guys are the reason. Thank you soooo Much.....#121
Date: 05:49pm
From: AMC(AW/SW)(SEL) Nicholas L. Crompton
Duty Stations: HS-11; FRCSE DET Mayport; HSC-22; HSC-28; HSL-40; HC-8
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the current and past Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that have navigated me to where I am today. You have all played a vital role in molding me into the Leader I am this day and the Leader I will be starting Sep 16th.
Date: 05:48pm
From: ADC (AW) SEL Aaron A Long
Duty Stations: VAQ-141
Comments: I am honored to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer. I am excited about the season and look forward to being accepted into the mess. I want to thank all those who have guided and mentored me along the way.
Date: 05:31pm
From: MAC (SEL) (SW) Colt S. Ward
Duty Stations: NAS Whiting Field
Comments: I would like to thank all the fellow sailors I have worked with through my career. I could not have gotten to this point without the help from my shipmates. I would also like to thank those that pushed me to excell and mentored me along the way. Thanks to all!
Date: 05:23pm
From: PRC(AW)(SEL) Jose Martinez
Duty Stations: VFA-105, VFA-195, FRCMA NORFOLK, VFA-32, VF-32, FRCMA SITE OCEANA, USS DWIGHT D EISENHOWER CVN-69
Comments: HOOYAH!! I AM EXCITED, HUMBLED AND BLESSED IN JOINING THIS FINE MESS. THANK YOU FOR THE GUIDANCE, THE ADVICE, THE PATIENCE.
Date: 04:59pm
From: FCC(sel) William Chadwell
Duty Stations: USS O'Kane, NAS JRB Willow Grove, USS Monterey, NRD Philadelphia, USS Chung-Hoon
Comments: FY2015 FCC(sel)
Date: 04:14pm
From: HTC(SW)(SEL) Vincent Lindwall
Duty Stations: NAVIMFAC PACNORWEST, USS MASON (DDG 87), MDSU-2, USS T. ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)
Comments: Thanks to all who have guidedand supported me and congratulations to all the selectees.
Date: 04:13pm
From: MMC (SS) (SEL) John L. Stitt
Duty Stations: CENSECFOR DET PH
Comments: I would like to say "Congratulations" to all my fellow selectees. My thanks go out to all the sailors that have helped me make it this far and to all the leadership and guidance that I received from my current and prior Chief's Mess. I look forward to the training that I will receive during these 6 weeks and being welcomed to the World's Finest Chief's Mess. NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!!
Date: 03:52pm
From: HMC(FMF) (sel) Daniel Burns
Duty Stations: Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Naples Det
Comments: Hello
Date: 03:31pm
From: OSC(SEL) Ryan Griffin
Duty Stations: Training Support Center Hampton Roads
Comments: Once I complete Phase II, I am excited and honored to join the Chief's Mess. Thank you to all the Chief's who helped me get this far. I look forward to using what I am learning to help other junior sailors get to where I am.
Date: 03:30pm
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Diana K. Novellano
Duty Stations: NATTC PENSACOLA, NAS LEMOORE, FACSFAC PEARL HARBOR, USS JOHN F. KENNEDY
Comments: I want to thank my husband and family, the great people who work for me and all of the people who have mentored me throughout my career. I couldn't have been selected without any of them!
Date: 03:23pm
From: CSC(SS)(SEL) Rolando Sanchez
Duty Stations: USS Florida (G) SSGN 728, USS Alaska (G) 732, SUBASE KINGS BAY
Comments: I would like to congratulate all the CPO selectees on a job welll done. A special thanks to CSCS (SS) Clarence L. Addison, CSC (SS) Peter R. Oisen and CSCM (SS/SW) Cameron R. Kelsey for being the best genuine chiefs i've served with. Truly a blessing the experience and knowledge I learned from you.
Date: 03:10pm
From: MMC(SEL) Tyrone Tillmon
Duty Stations: SUBASE Kings Bay, USS ALaska (G), USS Tennessee (G) NPTU Balston Spa
Comments: Congratulations and good luck to my fellow selectees!
Date: 01:53pm
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Harry Hughes
Duty Stations: USS John C. Stennis CVN-74, PMA260 Patuxent River MD, VQ-1 Worldwatchers, Naval Medical Center San Diego CA, USS Shiloh CG-67, SACEUR Nato Belgium
Comments: Congrats to all of the Chief Selectees!
Date: 01:20pm
From: ACC(AW/SW) (SEL) Matthew Cuppernoll
Duty Stations: NAF ATSUGI, NASNI, USS RONALD REAGAN, NATTC PENSACOLA
Comments: I would like to thank all of the CHIEF's who have guided me on this path to make it where i am right now. Thank you for all the instruction wisdom and skill you have passed down to me.
Date: 12:16pm
From: ITC (Sel) (IDW/SW) Charlene C. Westbrook
Duty Stations: EPMAC, NCTS Far East, NCTS Bahrain, COMSUBGRU 10, USS Harry S Truman, NSSC Norfolk, USS Blue RIdge, NRD Houston
Comments: I would like to congratulate all of the FY-15 Selectees and remind them to have fun and remember that this is our season. I look forward to learning more and more on how to conduct myself as a Chief. I know that I could not have gotten here without my Sailors, I am truly just a reflection of their hard work. I want to thank the Chief Selection Board for seeing the Chief potential in me.... SO CLASS 121, it is time to ANCHOR UP!!!!! Let's Get It!!!!!
Date: 11:42am
From: ENC(SW) (SEL) William Hart
Duty Stations: USS Fort McHenry, NSA Bahrain
Comments: Thank you to all who have guided and mentored me along my way.
Date: 11:23am
From: SHC (SW) sel Markis D Sorrell
Duty Stations: USS PAUL HAMILTON, RTC Great Lakes, USS BLUE RIDGE, NRD Atlanta, USS HARRY S TRUMAN
Comments: I am honored and humbled to have been selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. The only way I know how to pay back all of those who I have had the privilege to work for, or with is to pay it forward. Definitely wouldn't be in this position right now if it was not for every experience with many different people at my current and previous commands up to this point. And last but definitely not least is my family. I look forward to learning as much as I can during the transition.
Date: 10:59am
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Jay Jones
Duty Stations: NTTC Corry Station, NSGD Diego Garcia, USCENTCOM MacDill AFB, NAVCENT Bahrain, NRD Miami, USS MOBILE BAY
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow selectees. Looking forward to the season and new challenges it will bring.
Date: 10:31am
From: OSC(SEL) (SW/AW/EXW) Nathan Ransberger
Duty Stations: USS Austin LPD 4, PACFLT, USS George H W Bush, COMSIXTHFLT
Comments: I am looking forward to PHASE II and enjoying the season of finding out what it takes to officially be welcomed into the most exclusive mess in the world.
Date: 10:19am
From: YNC(Sel) Jeremie Lucia
Duty Stations: NATO HQ MARCOM
Comments: Congratulations to all the selctees, especialy to my brother and sisters on the USS JOHN C. STENNIS! Looking for anyone else who may have been selected here in the United Kingdom - please email me! Good Luck to everyone =)
Date: 10:16am
From: MMC (SEL) Mark Lee Holbert
Duty Stations: USS WAYNE E MEYER ( DDG 108 )
Comments: First i want to thank GOD he made all this possible for us all FY2015 CPO SELECTEE'S i will like to wish all my new brother and sisters the very very best and continue to lead your sailors that got you where you are today. I want to thank the MANY of Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that has played a roll in my career i thank yall for everything you told me time and time again and now it has all paid off. And for all my junior sailors who work under me i thank yall the most because with out yall hard work i wouldnt be here you can not make Chief without support. That brings me to the most important people in my life thats there before and after the words taps taps my family and freinds who sacrifice's everything possible from medical appointments to deployments of short notice and scheduled when we need something thats who is all ways there and never going anywhere morning noon or night. Your family and freinds give so much more every underway every deployment i would like to thank all of your families for understanding the job we do because it isnt easy. I will like to thank my family for continuing to love me no matter what. We prayed about this day and look it is here we never doubted it would come. FY2015 CPO SELECTEE'S live in this moment it is yours for life.
Date: 10:11am
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Benjamin Frieders
Duty Stations: USS Jefferson City (SSN-759)
Comments: I would like to congratulate all of my fellow FY 15 Selectees. I'm also here to thank every single person who got me here along the way, specifically my following mentors past and present from the JEFFERSON CITY: MMC(SS) Noah Dickson, MMCM(SS) Steve Houk, EMCS(SS)(RET) Mike Berg, EMCS(SS) Cory Frazier, MMCS(SS) John King, EMCS(SS) John Bale, ETC(SS) Scott Sickler and YNC(SS) Jamal Thompson. I look forward to this season.
Date: 09:57am
From: MAC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Eddie Rhadames Estrella
Duty Stations: NSWG1 LOGSUP 1; CRG2 DET BAH; MSRON 5; NALF SCI SEC DET; COMUSNAVCENT; NSF HPU; NWS SEAL BEACH; TRITRATRAFAC KINGS BAY
Comments: Good day, I am very enthusiastic about being a part of the CPO MESS. Very Respectfully, MAC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Eddie R. Estrella
Date: 09:54am
From: ITC(SEL) (SW) Shavon Cummings
Duty Stations: USS Fitzgerald DDG-62, NOPF DAMNECK, VFA 106, NSWU-3, NCTS BAHRAIN, NCTS ROTA, USS EMORY S LAND AS-39
Comments: I am truly humbled and blessed to be surrounded by not only amazing Mentors, but also some great Junior Sailors who have not only put me in a position to be successful, but have also been there to guide me and mold me who I am today. Looking forward to joining the Mess and to continue to mold today's Sailors into tomorrow's Leaders! Also want to thank my amzing husband who has had my back from day #1.
Date: 09:45am
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Andy Santamaria
Duty Stations: USS CURTIS WILBUR, NBHC Point Mugu, 1st Bn/ 6th Ma
Comments: Thank you to all of the CPOs that have supported me. I look forward to being accepted into the Mess.
Date: 09:02am
From: ENC(SW) SEL Christopher Browning
Duty Stations: ATG San Diego, IA MCM Crew Spartan, and MCM Crew Reaper
Comments: I want to thank everyone that has helped me along the way to get to this huge milestone. I also want to thank my wife and kids for supporting me and staying by my side through everything.
Date: 08:20am
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Shaun C Sargent
Duty Stations: USS Wayne E. Meyer
Comments: So incredibly proud and grateful to have been selected. There are others that would do anything to be in our shoes right now; you are not forgotten. Continue to do what you do successfully and your time will come! GMC Mike Sis, GMC Steven Luken, GMCS Ryan Klemme, NCC Liakisa Starkey, NCC Christopher Brown, ETC(RET) Rollin Turner, thank you for your leadership, mentorship, influence and encouragement. Congratulations to all my fellow CPO Selects. For us it's time to get down to it all. Charge hard and listen carefully! I also would not be here if it were not for each and every memeber of CG Division, you guys rock and I thank you all for everything you've done and continue to do!
Date: 08:16am
From: ITC(EXW/IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Tiffany Lanice Ambrose
Duty Stations: NSWG-1/Mobile Communications Team One, Navy Cyber Forces, USS Tarawa, VFA-97, NCTAMS PAC Hawaii
Comments: I am greatly honored and humbled to be selected for Chief. I would like to congratulate all Selectees for FY-15!!!! I would also like to thank everyone who I have served and served with over the last 14 years that has helped me and groomed me to be the sailor and leader that I am today. I hope I make all of you proud and instill into my sailors present and future what has been instilled in me. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!!!!!
Date: 07:43am
From: AWFC (SEL) Melissa Stone
Duty Stations: NOSC GUAM / CFAF ATSUGI
Comments: I'm very excited and lookin forward to learning from the Chief's mess. Thank you for this opportunity.
Date: 07:20am
From: MNC (SW)(SEL) JAMNIS RICHARD LACY
Duty Stations: LSD 43, MOMAU 11, LCS 1 MCM DET 1 PRECOM, MCM 6, FLTACT SASEBO SEC, NBSD PORT OPS, MCM 11 CREW REAPER, MCM 11 USS GLADIATOR.
Comments: I would like to congratulate all the selectees! And a big thanks to all the Genuine Chiefs that taught me along the way. I also want to thank the Chiefs Mess from MCM Crew Reaper, and the USS Gladiator Chiefs Mess.
Date: 07:13am
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Matthew P. Butler
Duty Stations: NCTS Keflavik Iceland, USS Hopper, Makalapa TCF, USS Chosin and ATG MID PAC
Comments: I am so very thankful for every single Chief that has had personal or professional impact on my career. Your guidance, stemming from my immaturity or just my lack of knowledge, has greatly influenced me both personally and professionally. You all are a major reason I am at this point in my career and I am in your debt. Thank you again and I hope to see you all in the fleet sometime!!
Date: 06:42am
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) Jairon E. Rivera
Duty Stations: USS Wayne E. Meyer, USS Rentz
Comments: First and foremost I would like to say thank you to those who helped transition me into the sailor I am today. Those who helped me succeed and guide me in the right path. I would not be the man I am today without the help I received from them. I am honored to have been selected and look forward to facing new challenges within my career. I would also like to congratulate all the FY 2015 selectees. Look forward to working with you all on the deck plates.
Date: 06:24am
From: OSC (SW)(SEL) Benjamin Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS Philippine Sea (CG-58), NRD Los Angeles, USS Thach (FFG-43), USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG-108)
Comments: CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL FY15 CPO SELECTEES!! It is an Honor and a Privilege to enter the CPO community. I would personally like to thank all my sailors that I had the honor to serve with and worked hard day in and day out. Without them I would not be here! I also would not be here without the mentorship and leadership of some great Chiefs. OSCM Louvat, OSCS Rice, OSC Jonson, OSC Baker, OSC Larson, OSC Westfall, OSC Larson, OSCS Knutzen, OSC Roney, and OSC Burgos!! Thanks Gentleman Hooyah!! See you brothers around!
Date: 06:11am
From: FCC (SW) (SEL) Abdul A. John
Duty Stations: DDG-66 Norfolk, VA, DDG-99 Mayport,FL, NRD Miami, DDG-112 Pearl Harbor, HI
Comments: I am looking forward to working with, and learning from the mess. I have had very good CPOs to learn from coming up. I hope to make them proud. Special recognition goes to FCC Barry Hardman, FCC Jeff Melton, FCC Brian Strickland, FCCM Glenn Kent, FCC Dave Ringuette, FCCS Carlos Vargas, FCCM Bennett(CSMM DDG-66) GMC Frank Lizano,FCC John Tuley, FCCM Will Grimm, FCC Maurice Sullivan, FCC Paul Marcelle, CMDCM Don Massey, CMDCM Brenda Welsh, GSCS Paul Chin, NCC Andrew Seese, LSC Dave Garrett, NCCM Chris Rudolph, AMCS Carlos Ure, ATCS Organ, AMCS David Dobbs, NCCS Clyde Brinson, NCC Doug Brenninger, CMDCM Steve Timmons, CWO Ronald McMiller, CWO Jay Brock, CWO Chris Washington, LT Robert Lilly, LT Salisha Labonte, LT Jim Young.
Date: 06:09am
From: ETC(SS/SW/DV)(SEL) Casey Tapley
Duty Stations: USS Florida, USS Frank Cable, USS Oklahoma City
Comments: I am very grateful to have made it this far. I have met a lot of great chiefs, senior chiefs and master chiefs through the years and I hope to be as good of leaders as they are.
Date: 06:08am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Hector R. Perez-Garcia Jr
Duty Stations: USS Wayne E. Meyer; NRD Chicago; USS Nimitz; USS Fletcher; USS Oldendorf
Comments: Congratulations to all who have been selected for Chief FY15! I'm proud to have reached this milestone. I look forward to learning how to be a better leader so I can continue to lead sailors in an effective manor. There are a many Chiefs who helped me get here, but I would like to thank a few. ICC Fink who later converted to LDO and became LT Fink. The tough love wasn't appreciated at the time but I understand now and definitely appreciate it. Master Chief Penton, although my time on sea duty with him was short, he's the reason why I decided to stay in the Navy and not get out in 2005. Senior Chief Rushing, for teaching me so many things and helping me focus. I'd like to thank Master Chief Charbonneau who I met on my very first ship. Ended up on my current ship, was pushing for me to make it, and told me he wanted to see me make it before he leaves the ship. I want to thank all of the Chiefs that helped me throughout my career.
Date: 06:02am
From: GMC(SW/EXW)(SEL) James COLLINS
Duty Stations: NRD ST.LOUIS
Comments: Being selected to GMC was a dream come true. I felt i was aready proforming as a chief. I would like to thank my mentors from the years of my service and thank my family for there support. I'm very proud to be GMC (SEL)
Date: 05:39am
From: CSC (SW/AW) SEL Sabrina Pierce
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln, VP 40, Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, USS Makin Island
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected for Chief. I would like to thank all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chief's who have helped me get to this point.
Date: 05:36am
From: ATC(sel) William Sears
Duty Stations: VX-1 Pax River
Comments: Best day of me life!!
Date: 05:32am
From: AEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Kevin M Kelly
Duty Stations: VX-1, USS BATAAN, CNATTU Whidbey Island
Comments: I am extremely honored to be selected as a Chief. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the hard work of the personnel working for me, and the leadership of my past Chiefs.
Date: 05:15am
From: GMC (SW) (SEL) Brad Carman
Duty Stations: Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston
Comments: I am truly humbled to be selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. There are so many people in my career that I could thank all the way from the juniors who helped mold myself as a leader to the Chiefs and Senior Chiefs that continue to my development on a daily basis. A big thank you to GMC(SW) (RET) Carpenter and BMCS(SW) (RET) Walters for pushing me these last few years to put me where I am today.
Date: 04:51am
From: ITC (IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Samuel Brown
Duty Stations: NCTS NAPLES ITALY/CJTF-HOA
Comments: CONGRATS!! To all FY 2015 Chief Petty Officer Selects. I'm very excited to be here, I would like to thanks all the Sailors that supported me during all of my tours. A special thanks to my family, friends, all of the Chief Petty Officers, Senior Chief Petty Officers, Master Chief Petty Officer and Officers active and retired for all the formal and informal mentor ship you've given me throughout the course of me career. I could not have reached this mild stone without you!
Date: 04:29am
From: NCC(SW/AW)(Sel) Deletha S. Batten
Duty Stations: USS HOPPER Pearl Harbor HI, HSL-51 Atsugi Japan, AIMD Atsugi Japan, VFA-211 Virginia Beach VA
Comments: I am very excited to enter on my next journey in becoming a great CPO. This is a very challenging and rewarding experience and I am grateful for this opportunity to learn and stand next to some of the greatest Chiefs in the Navy. I want to thank everyone that has played a part in my career and provided me mentoring and training. Special thanks to CMDCM Vallesillo, CMDCM Gonzales, NCCM Jiles, YNC Milam, ETC Smith, and YNC Batten.
Date: 03:57am
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Jeff Gregus
Duty Stations: Field Medical Training Battalion East
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled by my selection to Chief Petty Officer. I have everyone to thank for this, every junior Sailor, every friend, and every Chief that has guided me along the way. Above all I have my wife and parents to thank, without them I would never have been able to make it anywhere close to this. Congratulations to all the other Selectee's and I'm here for you if there is ever anything any of you need.
Date: 03:33am
From: AZC(AW/SW) (SEL) David R. SanLuis
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ CVN 68, CFAF AIMD Misawa, Japan, and USS CARL VINSON CVN 70
Comments: I could not believe it when my name was announced on the 1MC. I am ready to begin a new chapter in my career. Through the help and guidance of the Chief Mess I know I will make a positive impact on a Sailor career. I would like the Almighty One for his blessings, my family for being the back bone and support while I had to be away from long deployments, I know it is not easy on them, My Sailors that I have led, guided and mentored for them I would not be where I am now, the Wardroom for believing in me and finally the Chief's Mess for you continued guidance and mentorship I would of have not had the necessary tools in my bag to take care of my Sailors. Thank you Chiefs Mess for believing in me!
Date: 03:15am
From: OSC(sel) Noland Canete
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal
Comments: Thanks to the Junior Sailors and the Chief's Mess who made an impact throughout my tours. Looking forward to the new challenges.
Date: 03:01am
From: SWC(SCW)(SEL) Martin DeHaven
Duty Stations: Current: CLDJ
Comments: Thank you to all Chief Petty Officers who guided and mentored us!
Date: 03:00am
From: HTC (SW/AW) (Sel) Steven James Colburn
Duty Stations: USS BOXER, ACU-5, USS FRANK CABLE, USS PREBLE
Comments: I WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CHIEFS, SENIOR CHIEFS, AND MASTER CHIEFS FOR HELPING ME GET TO WHERE I AM IN MY CAREER TODAY, HTC BROCK , HTC HUNT, HTC ARMSTRONG, HTC BARNBY, HTC HENDRIX, HTC GOERISCH, HTCS THOMAS, HTCM SANCHEZ, HTCM GRIMMER, HTCM RAPE, HTCM WILLIAMS AND GSCM LOGSDON.
Date: 02:45am
From: MMC(SEL) Samuel Barfuss
Duty Stations: USS Hawaii, USS Texas, USS Frank Cable, USS Salt Lake City, NPTU Ballston Spa
Comments: I am very grateful to all the Chiefs that have mentored me throughout the years. Thank you very much!
Date: 02:32am
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) LOREATHA GUZMAN
Duty Stations: USS Preble,NRD Raleigh,FISC Norfolk, USS Enterprise,
Comments: I would like to thank the following Chiefs/Senior Chiefs/Master Chiefs for helping to get me to where I am today. LSCM Tom Purcell, MMCM Robertson, GSCM Logsdon,SKCS Roderick Clay, LSCS Noly Alvero, LSCS Bly, LSCS John Tennyson, SKC Glenn, SKC Paul James, LSC Kyong Clawson, LSC Rosetta Aaroncenteno, LSC Melissa Howard, NCC Eric Goldsmith, NCC Torrin Nesbitt, ABHC William Hunter, NCC Karen Perry, LT David Hill, LSC Franklin Odom, BMC Mangin. I know I probably forgot quite a few on this list. With all the excitement it is hard to focus. Congratulations to all the FY15 Selectees. Hooyah Navy Chiefs!
Date: 02:27am
From: HMC(Sel) Chasity A. Arabie
Duty Stations: BHC NBSD, NNMC, NAVHOSP Guam, AFIP, RTC, SWMI
Comments: For nearly the last seventeen years of my life I have looked up to and sincerely admired the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that I have had the pleasure of serving with. Their firm yet fair leadership and the intestinal fortitude that they displayed, and continue to display, are traits that every leader should aspire to obtain. The path that has led me to this milestone in my career has not been an easy one, but I was lucky enough to have the support of my family, my superiors, and my peers to help me along the way. I can only hope to live up to the standards of excellence that encompass a U.S. Navy Chief.
Date: 01:59am
From: NCC (SW) (SEL) Ryan Daughtry
Duty Stations: USS Deactur, NRD New Orleans, NRD San Francisco
Comments: Thank you to Chief Goldsmith for taking your time to teach me how to be a true leader.
Date: 01:50am
From: HMC(SW/FMF/EXW)(Sel) Rio Martin Gomez
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Medical Institute, USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG108)
Comments: With great humility I accept the challenge of this experience and hope Chiefs Mess find me worthy to wear anchors. I am forever grateful to my Sailors who got me here. HM1(SW) Sanchez, HM2(SW) Callum are some of the best Sailors I had the privilege of leading. I am most grateful for the trust, confidence of the USS Wayne E. Meyer Chiefs Mess whom my job would be impossible without their support. CMDCM(SW) Charbonneau who always believed I have potential. It was a privilege taking care of Sailors with you. To my previous Commanding Officers, CDR Baxter and CDR Van Rossum, thank you for the confidence you had in me. CPO Selectees of DDG108, my only regret is that I'm not going through Phase II with you. However I am excited to forge life long bonds with my fellow Selectees in the Surface Warfare Medical Institute. It is my hope we all come out "Tested, Tried and Accepted."
Date: 01:47am
From: ITC(SW/IDW/FMF) (SEL) Gabriel Huerta
Duty Stations: USS MOBILE BAY(CG 53), NRD LA, USS CURTIS WILBUR(DDG 54), 31 SRG, USS OGDEN (LPD 5), USS NIMITZ (CVN 68)
Comments: I am very humbled by my selection to Chief Petty Officer. I would like to thank FCCM Dinyar; ITCS Halsey; NCCS Drake; EMCS Piol; ITCS Robinson, CTTC Jordan, CSC Austin for the all the guidance they have provided me along the way. I would also like to thank all my junior Sailors without them this would not have been possible. Last but certainly not least I would like to thank my Family for always being supportive.
Date: 01:29am
From: MAC(AW) (SEL) David K. Menke
Duty Stations: Naval Station Everett, Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Naval Air Station Lemoore, Naval Air Facility Atsugi
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my peers and junior Sailors, who made it possible for me to be selected. I would like to thank the leadership at Naval Station Everett who saw potential in me and supported me. I also would like to thank my wife and kids who have been an inspiration to succeed for them!
Date: 01:12am
From: BMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Christopher J. Hagan
Duty Stations: Commander Naval Beach Group One
Comments: This moment in my life wouldn't be possible if it were not for my family. They stood by as I headed away and were there when I returned. I want to say thank you to all Chief Petty Officers past and present for this chance to show you that I can be a valued member of your mess.
Date: 01:08am
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) ALVARO A. RODRIGUEZ
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ CVN 68
Comments: I am extremely excited I made Chief. I would like to thank all my pervious LPOs who I was able to learn from and mold me into the Sailor I am today. Also want to thank all my hard working shipmates who busted the butts to ensure all our equipment was working and inspection ready. I would like to thank my Dad who thought me a little hard work goes a long way! Thanks Dad! Thank you to my wife who is the best! Supporting me through all my work, because with out her support I don't know where my motivation would be. "I sent you a gift……..I sent you a straw to suck it up" -Sara Toth love you babe!
Date: 01:07am
From: FCC (sel) (SW/AW) Robert Ingersoll
Duty Stations: IMF DET Everret, USS MAKIN ISLAND, USS ROSS
Comments: I am honored to be selected and want to thank all of the Chiefs who helped guide me and continue to guide me. I am proud to be at this point and look forward to joining the mess. A special thank you to FCC SEAN STARUCH who helped me find myself set me on the right path.
Date: 01:00am
From: HMC(SW/FMF/AW)(Sel) Edward Dikitanan
Duty Stations: 1st FSSG, NHCP, 1st MARDIV, NMCSD, CVN-76, SWMI
Comments: I am so very humbled and grateful to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I couldn't have done it without God, my beautiful and supportive family, the Sailors I have had the pleasure to work with throughout my career, the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs I have worked for and learned so much from to become the best leader I can be. I look forward to becoming the Chief!
Date: 12:59am
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Elvis Aron Kenneth Ayers
Duty Stations: USS DEWEY DDG 105
Comments: Congratulations to the CPO Selectees of Class 121. I would like to thank all of those that I have served with for getting me to this point and give a special thanks to CWO2 Zorrilla, STGC Bohnemann, QMC Haylock, QMCS Wilkerson, CMDCM Haas, BMCS Wolters, to name a few. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 12:49am
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) BRANDON WIDENHOEFER
Duty Stations: ATGPNW
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have mentored me and guided me towards this point in my career! Excited to be selected!
Date: 12:49am
From: MAC (SW)(SEL) Patrick Kevin Walsh
Duty Stations: AFOAT TRAINING GROUP PACIFIC NORTH WEST
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my wife Julie and kids Mykenzie and Taylor for their support. Second I would like to thank the Chiefs mess for taking their time to mentor me and give me the guidance I needed.
Date: 12:48am
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(Sel) Benjamin M. Stewart
Duty Stations: Naval Medical Training Center, Navy Enlisted Training Element, San Diego, CA
Comments: I am very excited and proud to be selected to join the brotherhood and sisterhood of the United States Navy's Chief Petty Officers. I would like to thank my wife, Lucy and kids CJ, Baylor and Beau for courageously continuing this great journey with me even when it gets hard. Additionally, I would like to thank all of the Chief Petty Officers who helped guide me along this path, most importantly HMC(Ret) Mike Howard and HMC Corey Lambeth. Lastly, I would like to thank all of the Sailors who I have worked alongside, those who I have for (junior and senior) and to the students I have taught all throughout the Navy. Without you this would not be possible. Thank you all!
Date: 12:47am
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Dacia Cooley
Duty Stations: TPD Naval Station Everett, WA
Comments: I am really excited for this opportunity! Thank you to all the Chiefs that have guided, listened and dealt with me throughout the years! I wouldn't have made it this far so fast without the constant encouragement. I would especially like to thank OSC Pete Cestaro and QMC Leland Maxwell!
Date: 12:44am
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) John Flohrs
Duty Stations: ATGPNW, USS MOBILE BAY, Strike Force Training Atlantic, USS Forrest Sherman, Base Police Norfolk, and USS Harry S. Truman
Comments: HONORED, I have had a hiccup 6 years ago in my career, this was my first look with that past the five year mark. totally surprised and honored to be part of this fine Organization. I would like to thank BMCM Long, BMCS Simpson, BMC Wallwork, Warrant Officer Hamzah, Captain (ret) Bougher, Captain Ferreira, LSC Bruso, GSEC Racela, LTJG Gatten, LTJG Woodward, FCC Mueller, CMDCM Belmares, CMDCM Dugan, BMC Miller, and GMC(ret) Chase for all of your support to this point of my career. Without your help this would not have been possible.
Date: 12:39am
From: STGC(SEL) Mark Hamilton
Duty Stations: USS Hopper, CUS, USS Ramage, NOPF DN, USS Mitscher
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chiefs that have helped me get to this point. I want to thank every Sailor that has helped us all get to this point. I want to congratulate all of the other CPO Selectees; I look forward to meeting as many of you during this transition and in the future. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!
Date: 12:38am
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Lance Simmons
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz CVN 68
Comments: I would like to thank my spouce for being there for me and helping me make Chief. I would also like to thank my junior sailors for helping me to get to this point. I have been trying for this for some years now and I am so thankful for finally getting selected to Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 12:35am
From: MAC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Dameon M. Perez
Duty Stations: NS Roosevelt Roads, NWS Charleston, JTF GTMO, MAREXSECRON-2 DET 221, SWFPAC, NAS JRB Fort Worth
Comments: I would like to thank my family and my two daughters (Andalyn and Corah) for their support and understanding through out this long journey.Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that I had the pleasure of working for. Their guidance and mentoring was essential in helping me stand where I am today.
Date: 12:27am
From: OSC(SEL) Joshua Blake Mathis
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ (CVN-68)
Comments: I want to thank my wife Jessica for her love and support throughout my career. The Sailors who allowed me to serve along side and lead them. My fellow Selectees who have become brothers and sisters to me and provide me strength when I am weak. And the CPOs, SCPOs, and MCPOs who have mentored, led and trained me for this day. I would not have been able to reach this goal without any of you. v/r OSC(SEL) Joshua Mathis
Date: 12:22am
From: AGC (IDW/AW/SW) (SEL) KEVIN LEE HEISLER
Duty Stations: FLEET WEATHER CENTER - SAN DIEGO
Comments: Since the day that I was presented my NAVY ball cap, taking the RECRUIT ball cap's place, I find myself even more moved by my selection and look forward to the future and what is has in store for me. I would like to thank all the Chiefs that have helped me along the way. I hope that I can one day be as good as each of you who have sought to guide me through these past 14 years.
Date: 12:16am
From: AOC (AW/SW) (Sel) Angel Luis Berrios
Duty Stations: VX-20, CVN -77,NMC DET,CVN-71,CVN-69,CVN-65
Comments: I want to thank every person I have ever met in my naval career with out you guys and girls . I wouldn't be in this position to put on these anchors. I also want to thank my wife and my two girls love you to death
Date: 12:07am
From: STGC(SW/IUSS)(SEL) Jason W Tone
Duty Stations: JMF ST MAWGAN, USS BENFOLD, NRD MICHIGAN, USS SHOUP, USS FORD, USS NIMITZ(current)
Comments: I am so happy to be selected. It took a long time to get here. I have been in the NAVY for 14 years. I have met a lot of great sailors, each of which has helped me reach this goal, without a doubt I am nothing with out them. I also have to thank my loving girl Kristina, for the last 8 years your patience and dedication even when it hurt, are the reason I was able to stay strong and push myself. Thank you and I love you. In 5 weeks it will be my honor to join my future brothers and sisters in the Chief Petty Officer Mess. Congrats to everyone else who got selected and get to go through this amazing ride to a new beginning.
Date: 12:07am
From: HMC(FMF/CAC)(Sel) Jason Smith
Duty Stations: 2 MAR DIV, II MEF SOTG, BMTCP, SWMI
Comments: I,m very excited to have been selected. I want to thank all Master Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Chiefs that have mentored me. Thank you for giving me great examples to emulate.
Date: 11:47pm
From: AGC(sel) Quintron Perry
Duty Stations: CNATTU
Comments: What time is it?
Date: 11:42pm
From: CEC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Phillip C. Brown
Duty Stations: CSFE Det Sheppard
Comments: I am very excited and humble to be selected to such a great community. I thank God for the Chiefs at CSFE Det Sheppard that will continue to help me become successful. I would also like to thank Chiefs in my previous command that also contributed to developing me. The wisdom and knowledge that I will gain is going to forever shape my future. I would also like to thank those that I have worked along side and worked for me. This is certainly one of the most greatest moments in my life and I intend to learn. Congratulations to all that are selected and I pray that God gives us strength to endure this next phase of training. Although it will be hard, I know the Genuine Chiefs will not let us fail. Lets trust them and motivate each other continuously. And remember keep our eyes on the prize. Hoorah Selectees!
Date: 11:35pm
From: CTRC(SW/IDW)(SEL) Timothy Michael Deaton
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) "Teamwork - A Tradition"; NIOC GA; Djibouti, Africa; NIOC HI; USS Vicksburg (CG 69) "Key to Victory", NSGA Ft Meade
Comments: Thank you to all those who believed in me, motivated me, and parted the Seas to make me who I am today! Your work, tears, and bulkhead punching in anger over me finally paid off! To my my wife, kids, father [YNCS(SW)(RET) Deaton, Nathan], and mother, without your support my struggle would have been real with all that motivation. HOOYAH CHIEF SELECTS CLASS 121!!!!!
Date: 11:24pm
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Michael R. Penny
Duty Stations: Current: USS Dewey DDG 105; Past: Naval Base Point Loma, USS Peleliu LHA 5, Maritime Expeditionary Security Group One, USS Tarawa LHA 1, and USS Nassau LHA 4
Comments: Having worked along side great men and women who have mentored me along the way in my decade long journey from First Class Petty Officer to Chief is the truest honor to have befallen me. I would like to Thank DCCS(Ret.) Terry Stock, DCCM Danny C. Burke, CWO2 Elvis Diaz, HTC John Urton, DCC(Ret.) Sam Gomes, DCC Ray Carig, DCC Samuel Cavanaugh, ENC Lanre Oyekan, MMCS(Ret.) Scott Horne, BTCS Rick Hodle, DCC Chad Simon, DCC Juan Portillo and countless others whom I've had the pleasure of having worked with, for and along side and also the future Brothers and Sisters that I will have the great pleasure of working with. Thank You for blessing me with the opportunity to join the Chiefs Mess and I'll work my hardest to carry on our greatest traditions.
Date: 11:18pm
From: MMC (SEL) Fong Lee
Duty Stations: USS NIMITZ CVN-68
Comments: I want to thank my wife Dolly and family on the support they are giving me.
Date: 11:01pm
From: ABHC(Sel) Laura ButtsFulton
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz CVN 68
Comments: I am very honored and proud to be selected. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs and shipmates that have helped me get to this milestone.
Date: 10:50pm
From: HMC (Sel) FMF Abisola Olatunjiojo
Duty Stations: 3D MLG, NMCSD, RTC, SWMI
Comments: It is a blessing to have been selected. Congratulations to my fellow selectees. To all the wonderful mentors that have helped mold and guide me, this is a true testament to your outstanding guidance and mentorship. Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs, it is truly an Honor. Thank you.
Date: 10:50pm
From: BMC(SEL) Washington Gee
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN-71, USS Bataan LHD-5, USS Winston S. Churchill DDG-81, USS Dewert FFG-45
Comments: Hello, To all the FY-15 CPO selectee. Congratulations, on your accomplishment.
Date: 10:43pm
From: FCC(SEL) ADEWOLE O ADEWALE
Duty Stations: USS GEORGE WASHINGTON; USS SAN ANTONIO; USS HARRY TRUMAN: USS HARRY HILL; CSCSU DAMNECK
Comments: I going to use this opportunity to thanks to Wummy; my wife, Demi, Will, and Sade; my kids, FC2 Fink and FC2 Morgan; my awesome sailors, finally ITCM Scott and FCCS Owens; the best mentors i could have ever wished for, without out them I will not be here today.
Date: 10:43pm
From: ADC(AW)(SEL) Richard M Cain
Duty Stations: VXS-1
Comments: I thank those who have mentored me, those who have challenged me, those who have served with me, those who have guided me, those who I have looked up to and those who have gone before me! FY-15 CPO selectees! Congratulations!
Date: 10:40pm
From: ETC (SEL) Joey DeBarberie
Duty Stations: CSCS U Dam Neck, MCAST, NSWDG, TTGP, USS John C. Stennis
Comments: To thank one Chief would be to thank them all. I thank the men and women that I have been able to work with/for, and look forward to building new relationships that will last a lifetime.
Date: 10:35pm
From: MAC (SEL) Jason Dean Clark
Duty Stations: Naval Air Station Patuxent River
Comments: I am excited to have been selected and feel very lucky to able to continue with my navy career. I would personally like to thank all my Chiefs, Seniors Chiefs and Master Chiefs that help make this possible.
Date: 10:33pm
From: EMC (SEL) Sedric Jones
Duty Stations: CNATTU Keelser
Comments: I would like to thank all the people who helped me get here, from the lowest ranking fireman to the Master Chief who stayed on me and never let me give up. I would like to thank my family for believing in me and I would like to thank the Man upstairs for all that He has done. Now it time to put the pedal to the metal and give to others what someone gave to me!!!
Date: 10:33pm
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) DIEGO O CAMACHOHERNANDEZ
Duty Stations: USS WINSTON S CHURCHILL, SASEBO FLEET ACTIVITIES. JAPAN, USS EMORY S LAND, USS KAUFFMAN. GREAT LAKES RECRUT CENTER
Comments: I been in the navy 14 and 1/2 years i been in europe africa japan and norfolk the navy has giving me the oportuniity to see the world and get the training in the most assome job in the plannet, i am a proud boatswainsmate and now i am glad i i get to do the same to the junior sailors coming in to the navy show them the ropes like my old boatswain's mates use to say.
Date: 10:31pm
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Dustin O. Trevino
Duty Stations: HM-15(x2), AIMD NORTH ISLAND, HX-21
Comments: Honored to be here! Looking forward to making lifelong friendships and developing the next generation of sailors! Oooh Raaahhh!
Date: 10:31pm
From: ATC(sel) (AW/SW) Jeremy Stephens
Duty Stations: FRCSE Jacksonville, FRCMA Norfolk, USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN-69)
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chief's who mentored and developed me to this point. I would also like to thank all the Sailors who I had the privilege of leading, and got me to where I am today.
Date: 10:29pm
From: LSC (SW/EXW) (sel) Bernard F Abanto
Duty Stations: DD-975,CFAY Yoko,CG-49,CV-62,FISCY Misawa,EODMU3,CG-52
Comments: I would like to say thanks to my family who supported me from the start and I congratulate to all been selected for FY15 CPO Selectee!
Date: 10:29pm
From: AMEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Lee S. Barnard
Duty Stations: VX-23 NAS Patuxent River
Comments: I would especially like to thank my wife and my family for supporting me every step of my 19 year career and I would also like to thank AMEC Scott Barefoot for being a great friend and mentor for the last 17 years. I would also like to thank everyone that I worked along side and worked for that made it possible to be selected for AMEC.
Date: 10:27pm
From: AOC(SEL) JON HILARIO SOLIS
Duty Stations: VX-23
Comments: I would like to thank all my supporters starting from my family who has been with me all the way, Senior chain of commands, and all AO brothers and sisters who have supported me, cause without them I would not have achieved to where I am at now. Thank you very much!
Date: 10:19pm
From: ABHC (SEL) (AW/SW) Jamorn D. Driver
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana
Comments: I would like to congratulate all the selectees! I want to say thanks to all the genuine chiefs that got me to this point. I also want to thank my junior sailors (I know they can't see this) who put in the hard work that helped me get to this point!
Date: 09:56pm
From: ETC(SEL)(SW/EXW/IDW) Rodney A Downs
Duty Stations: USS Tortuga, COMSIXTHFLT, SBT-12
Comments: September 16th will be the proudest day of my life. To join the greatest mess in the world and to be able to carry on the tradition of my Mother and Father is the greatest honor that can be bestowed. A lot of truly great Chiefs have shared their wisdom and experiences with me and I will not let that go to waste. The days of "I" and "Me" are now over and we Selectees could not be more fortunate.
Date: 09:46pm
From: MMC (SW) (SEL) MICHAEL MARTIN
Duty Stations: USS WINSTON S. CHURCHILL, NRD OHIO, USS PINCKNEY, USS RAINIER
Comments: Congrats to all of the FY15 CPO Selectees. It was a honor to see my name on the list. I want to thank everyone who mentored me and all of my junior sailors for getting me here.
Date: 09:42pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Bryce Bills
Duty Stations: USS Normandy CG-60, LSFOC, EOD Mobile Unit 2, RIVRON 3, CRS-3 Det Yorktown, CRS-4
Comments: I am humbled and honored to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer, and I am excited to see what the future holds. I want to thank everyone that helped me reach this point in my career. I especially want to thank BMCS(EXW/SW) Edwin Bennett and ETC(EXW/SW) Nicholas Howell for all the guidance and mentoring over the years, and my current Chiefs ETC(EXW/SW) Matthew Weaver and ETC(EXW/SW) John J Holzhauer.
Date: 09:41pm
From: HMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Julian Torres
Duty Stations: CRS4, RivRon1, NMTC, IMEF, DMRTI, USS Russell DDG59, NACC New Port RI, HM A School,
Comments: Being selected for Chief s a huge milestone in my career that I always wanted to achieve. Honestly the journey to my selection would have a lot longer had Chiefs not taken an interest me. With that being said I would like to thank HMCS Bryan Zimmerman, and HMCS Chris Proctor, both of them both of them taught me many great lessons along the way. Also every single sailor that I've had the pleasure to work with. Of course this journey would had been even longer without the love and support of my wife and kids.
Date: 09:39pm
From: PSC (AW) (SEL) Kadian S. Wallace
Duty Stations: Current - USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) Past - RTC Great Lakes; PSD Rota, Spain; VP 46 Whidbey Island, WA; PSD Whidbey Island, WA.
Comments: I am very humbled to be a FY 15 Selectee! I honestly never thought that I would ever get to this point. I have had some amazing leaders throughtout my career and I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for them. I would like to specifically thank ADC (RET) Roberto Chidaine; PSC (RET) Antonio Mayo; ENC Dandrick Ng; MMC Hilton Huggins; OSC Samira McBride; MAC Miguelina Dominguez and all the Master Chiefs that looked at my package; some who have never even met me. You have all encouraged, led, assisted, guided, and supported me in some form or another. A special thanks to PSCS David Lazio for sending me exactly where I didn't want to go. It was because of your foresight why I ended up at RTC. I went to that command kicking and screaming, but I left with an immense amount of leadership knowledge and skills for my toolbox. I was able to mentor a vast amount of junior Sailors who motivated me just as much as I did them. I am truly blessed and I hope that I can contribute selflessly to the Mess. I would like to make an impact on many lives as much as the people mentioned above have impacted mine. Good luck to you all!
Date: 09:38pm
From: YNC(Sel) John R. Gramlick III
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78), STRATCOMWINGONE, USS FRANK CABLE(AS 40), HSL-43, USS BENFOLD (DDG 65), USS HIGGINS (DDG 76)
Comments: I am very excited that I was selected for YN1. I can't wait to build and meet new and seasoned genuine Chief's in the Mess! I also can't wait to take the time in leading my Sailors. Special thanks to AWVC(NAC/AW) Michael Lyons AWVC(NAC/AW) James Locke, YNCS(SW) Carlos Roebuck, LCDR Anthony King, YNCS(SW/AW) Wade Parland, YNCS Louis Padilla, ABCM(AW/SW) Kemmy Frazier, ABHC(AW/SW) Emanuel Cheston, Master Chief Corpus and many more for the mentorship and guidance.
Date: 09:30pm
From: CSC(SW/AW/EXW/FMF) (SEL) Darryl T. Smith
Duty Stations: 1st BN 6th MAR, HQ 6th MAR REG, MARBKS WASH, MOBSECRON 7 DET 71, NAVSTA GLAKES, USS Bataan LHD 5
Comments: I humbly thank the following personnel for guiding me: LCDR Darren Mullen MAC Randall Grant CSCM Robert Kroeger SHCM Monique Chatman CSC Karlene Henry CSC Willie Brown CWO4 Andrew Johnson
Date: 09:26pm
From: ASC (SEL) AW/SW Jose Paulino
Duty Stations: NAS Oceana, Roosevelt Roads Puerto Rico, USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67), NAS Brunswick Maine, USS Bataan (LHD-5), FRCMA Site Norfolk
Comments: I very excited to be joining a group with so many great tradition. I will like to thank ASCS Walker , AOCS Sanders for mentoring me over the years and all of my Sailors I had the privilege to work for.
Date: 09:24pm
From: ACC (AW/SW) (SEL) Sean M. Russell
Duty Stations: USS Inchon, USS Nimitz, NAS Corpus Christi, NATTC Pensacola, NAS Patuxent River
Comments: I would like to thank my Sailors (past and present), for getting me to where I am. I am very humbled by this opprotunity and will not let you all down. I would also like to thank all my mentors, ACC(Ret.) Jason Wistner, ACC (Ret.) Chris Cordova, ACC Frank Beaudoin, ACCS Shannon Lynch, for the direction, leadership and mentorship you have given to me. To my wife Kathryn and son Jax, thank you for the support, encouragement and love you have shown me throughout the years.
Date: 09:23pm
From: MMC (SEL) Toby T. Houchin
Duty Stations: USS COLUMBIA SSN 771,NSTCP Hawaii, USS OLYMPIA SSN 717, USS MARYLAND SSBN 738, SLC Norfolk
Comments: I'd like to thank the FY 15 CPO Selection Board for choosing me. Though out my 17 yrs of service, I have had the privilege of working with and for numerous Chief, Senior Chief and Master Chief Petty officers. Some good and some bad. All have provided lessons that I placed in my tool box with the hope of passing those lessons down to my sailors when I made Chief. That day has come and I'm looking forward to the challenge.
Date: 09:22pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Travis Woods
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE, NRMD PEARL HARBOR
Comments: I want to thank MMCM Pericich for never giving up on me. You told me what I had to do to make Chief and I know it took me longer than it should have but I made it. I want to thank my step father DCC James Brown for being the father figure in my life when I needed one the most.
Date: 09:14pm
From: ITC(SW/IDW/AW)(SEL) Aaron Eugene Mitchell
Duty Stations: USS Curtis Wilbur DDG 54
Comments: Congratulations to the FY2015 CPO Selectees! I have always had the up most respect for a Chief Petty Officer. Now that I have been selected to carry on this strong tradition of PRIDE and PROFESSIONALLISM I am humbled and grateful. I would like to thank all the Chiefs that have pissed me off, motivated me, pushed me and believed in me. I have been selected because of you.
Date: 09:13pm
From: QMC (SEL) Daphyne Long
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: Greetings to the Chief's, Senior Chief's, and Master Chief's, both Active and Retired, that make up the Goat Locker. I would like to say thank you to my wonderful husband, Michael Long, for standing by me the last 11 years, giving me someone to vent to who could not send me to Mast, and to my two wonderful children, who give me the reason everyday to keep reaching for the stars. I would like to give a special thanks to BMC John Dupee and QMC Danny Higinio for watching over me and keeping me on an even keel. To MNCS Denny Jenkins and QMC Kimberly Adebiyi, thank you so very much for believing in me and giving me the courage to believe in myself. To my sailors onboard the USS OAKHILL, thank you for a job well done. To ALL my fellow FY 15 Chief selectees, congrats shipmates on a job well done.
Date: 09:11pm
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Theresa Cayler
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford
Comments: Still in shell shock I think! Thank you to those of you who got me here. From my most senior Master Chief down to my lowest ranking sailor. I'm here because of you! Words can not express. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 09:06pm
From: HMC (SEL) Darnelle D. Mason
Duty Stations: 1stFSSG, 15thMEU, USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6) NEMPU-6, 1stMARDIV DET 29 Palms, USNH Guantanamo Bay
Comments: Many Chief Petty Officers took care of me along the way, that is why I got selected.
Date: 08:47pm
From: BMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Hector Miguel Laboy
Duty Stations: ATG NOFOLK, BMU TWO, USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH(CVN77), SIMA/MARMC, USS STUMP (D978)
Comments: It's been a long journey to make it here, but this is just the beginning for me and all my fellow CPO Selectee. Good luck to everyone!
Date: 08:37pm
From: ENC (SEL) Gary Kluemper
Duty Stations: USS Independence LCS2, USS Pearl Harbor LSD 52, Sea Fighter, PHIBCB1, USS Reid FFG 30
Comments: A huge thank you to everyone that has worked for me and I have had the honor working for and giving me the knowledge and mentorship to get me to this point in my career. I am humbled to have this opportunity
Date: 08:32pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Steven K. Knapp
Duty Stations: USS Winston S. Churchill, ATRC Dahlgren
Comments: I would like to very respectfully thank FCCS Lavold, FCC Goldsworthy, FCCS Whitfield, FCCS Wackerly, FCCS Rosa, FCCS Kelley, BMCS Pici, FCC Lawson, as well as ETC Tylicci, (Retired), and FCCS Brooks (Retired) who either helped to set me up for success and/or made me want to be a Chief more then anything else. It is your efforts that have driven me and allowed me to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer. V/R, FCC(SW)(SEL) Steven K. Knapp
Date: 08:25pm
From: ADC(AW) (Sel) Jeremiah Plummer
Duty Stations: VXS-1, Patuxent River, MD.
Comments: I would like to thank my family, all the Chiefs and junior personnel that I have worked with for all the support that you have given me. I can't thank you all enough.
Date: 08:12pm
From: FCC(SEL) Angel Jackson
Duty Stations: CSCSU Dam Neck
Comments: Great Mentors! Thank you for all the leadership and guidance you've provided me along the way!! CMC(Ret) Jose Acevedo, ABCM Drew Chinloy, ATCS(Ret) James Beckwith, ABECS(Ret) ErnestTaylor, ABECS Andre Farrell, ETC(Ret) Timothy Russell and all those who helped me get to where I am today.
Date: 08:07pm
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Chris Koss
Duty Stations: ATG Norfolk, USS Luce (DDG-38), USS Cowpens (CG-63), USS Chafee (DDG-90), COMCARSTKGRU Two, NRD New England, USS Ponce (AFSBI-15)
Comments: Congratulations to all FY15 CPO Selectees. And thank you to all Honorable Chiefs, more Honorable Senior Chiefs and most Honorableaster Chiefs past and present for your assistance in getting me to where I am now.
Date: 08:07pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Nichole White
Duty Stations: AFLOAT TRAINING GROUP NORFOLK
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee's. I am very humbled on my Selection to Chief Petty Officer and look forward to the new challenges. I would like to thank all of the Sailors, Officers and Chief Petty Officers that help me along the way. I couldn’t have done this without their guidance and mentorship. I was open to believing for all of the small things that help me along this journey. So I say thank you.
Date: 08:03pm
From: LSC(SEL) Weekend Guillaume
Duty Stations: PCU FORD
Comments: I'm very please to be a selectee going to phase II before I can be part of the genuine Chiefs.
Date: 08:00pm
From: ITC(SW)(Sel) Dane Randall
Duty Stations: USS Mason (DDG-87)
Comments: I would like to thank all the CPO leadership from my previous commands : (USS The Sullivans, USS John L. Hall and COMNAVSURFLANT)
Date: 07:57pm
From: DCC (SW/AW) (SEL) Damarcus Mccoy
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: Congratulations to FY15 CPO Selectees. I'm proud to be joining you all in the Chief's Mess. Thanks to all the members of the Goat Locker who have helped me get here and continue to help me.
Date: 07:53pm
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) REGINALD L. WASHINGTON
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: I want to say Congratulations to all the FY-15 Selectees. We come from many different walks in life now to continue with the same goal in mind! I want to thank all the members of the Goatlocker that stood in my corner and guided me to this point in my life.
Date: 07:44pm
From: ATC (SEL) Paul Glenn
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford, CNATTU Lemoore, FRCMA Oceana
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs who have gone before me. Specifically, ATC Pelz, ATCS Quassy, ATCS Hubert. There are many more who have paved the way and I thank you also. It feels good, and I will do well by you.
Date: 07:44pm
From: CTTC(sel) Justin Neuman
Duty Stations: Atg norfolk, USS ft mchenry, USS carter hall, Nrd chicago, phnsy Hawaii, USS deyo
Comments: Congrats to all other cpo selects!!!
Date: 07:41pm
From: ITC (SW) (SEL) Mike Chisholm
Duty Stations: AFLOAT TRAINING GROUP ATLANTIC
Comments: I am grateful for being selected for advancement to ITC. I look forward to learning. Congratulations to all FY-15 CPO Selectees.
Date: 07:37pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Alofaaga Ailini Aveina
Duty Stations: HSL 49 (NAS North Island), HS 8 (NAS North Island), COMLOG WESTPAC (Singapore), USS MCCAMPBELL (DDG 85) (Yokosuka, Japan), and SOCPAC (Aiea, HI).
Comments: PREVIOUS DUTY STATIONS: HSL 49 (NAS North Island), HS 8 (NAS North Island), COMLOG WESTPAC (Singapore), USS MCCAMPBELL (DDG 85) (Yokosuka, Japan), and SOCPAC (Aiea, HI).
Date: 07:32pm
From: OSC(SW/AW) (Sel) Lagregory Wright
Duty Stations: Afloat Training Group Norfolk
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 Selectee. I am so humbled and excited to have been selected. I welcome to the knowledge and the experience that I going to get out of the training. I carry on the the tradition and honor that will be bestowed upon me.
Date: 07:24pm
From: FCC(SW)(sel) John P. Segura
Duty Stations: USS Preble(DDG-88)
Comments: I would like to thank all my past and present Chiefs for the guidance they have provided me over the past 12.5 years. I’ve been fortunate in my tenure as a sailor to have worked for some of the best Chiefs in the USN. Over the last year, I’ve had the pleasure with working with FCC(SW) Kurtis Morgan and GMC(SW) Venus Denk. They have taught me the true meaning of being an excellent and effective leader. Of course, I wouldn’t be where I am today without my junior sailors and their performance within CM division that allowed me to stand out and be a super star. Thank you CM division! Lastly, I certainly wouldn’t be where I am today without my family. I couldn’t be here without them. Chief Pride Navy Pride!
Date: 06:58pm
From: GSMC(Sel) (SW) Joseph Kelly
Duty Stations: USS Underwood FFG-36, MARMC, USS Donald Cook DDG-75, Assault Craft Unit Four
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 CPO Selectees, it is an honor and a priviledge to serve along with you.
Date: 06:55pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(Sel) Tam Chau
Duty Stations: VP16/HSM40/USFOR-AFGHAN/AS39/DDG88
Comments: I am truly blessed for the great leaders that have guided me and for my family and Sailors whom supported me along the way. I will never forget your dedication, positive spirits and loyalty. My deepest gratitude to all.
Date: 06:48pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Richard Souza
Duty Stations: VP-26
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee's. I'm very excited and look forward to the new challenges.
Date: 06:44pm
From: YNC(SW/AW/IDW) (SEL) Tina Colding
Duty Stations: USS COLE (DDG 67), U.S. Fleet Forces Command, USS CARL VINSON (CVN 67), Naval Station Norfolk, U.S. Joint Forces Command, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. TENTH Fleet, U.S. Naval Academy
Comments: I am humbled to be selected for promotion to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. Although, this is an exciting time for me I remain focused on the leadership and guidance that I will learn over the next 5 weeks. I am looking forward to the new challenges and the responsibility of dawning the anchors and becoming part of the Chief Petty Officer Mess!!!!!!!!!!
Date: 06:07pm
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Aldrin A Inga
Duty Stations: Naval Medical Center San Diego, 1st Marine Logistics Group, 1st Marine Division
Comments: I want to thank my family, my Sailors and the Chief Petty Officer Mess for giving me guidance and leadership ..it is because of them that I am here.
Date: 05:57pm
From: FCC (SW) (Sel) Phil Hingleton
Duty Stations: USS Preble DDG 88, NRD Raleigh, USS Roosevelt DDG 80
Comments: Thanks to all the people that helped me reach this point in my career. This is not the pinnacle, but the beginning of something special. I will make you all proud! FCCM Highfill FCCM Hoh FCCS Ballard LT Leapard CWO2 Stewart FCC Chapman FCC Brioli FCC Landrum FCC Scott NCC Goldsmith NCC Perry NCCM Kinloch FCCS Spencer All of you have impacted my life and career in some way, shape, form or fashion and I appreciate everything that you have done.
Date: 05:22pm
From: ABEC (SEL) Russell Scot Vannorman
Duty Stations: CV-63, TPU JAX, CVN-74, NRD Portland
Comments: I would like to thank the people that have mentored me in the past to bring me here today. In no particular order I would like to thank ABECS Ryan Dedeker, BOSN Howard Smith, and NCC Matthew Barthel. I appreciate the time each of you devoted to my career.
Date: 04:08pm
From: ITC(SEL)(SW/NAC/AW) Brian McCarty
Duty Stations: USS Porter DDG-78, EUCOM Element SHAPE, NIOC Georgia, NSGA Rota, NSGD Seoul
Comments: I would like to thank ITCS Fowler, my best friend and brother! I would also like to thank all the CPOs that guided me along the way!
Date: 04:00pm
From: CTTC (Sel) (EXW/IDW/SW/AW) Harley Simmons
Duty Stations: Navy Expeditionary Intelligence Command
Comments: Very proud to become part of the Chief's Mess. I have been waiting a long time for this. It is a great feeling. Look forward to the weeks leading to September 16th!
Date: 03:46pm
From: NCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jose A. Santiago
Duty Stations: PSD Lemoore, USS Constellation CV 64, USS Emory S. Land AS 39, HELANTAISUBRON 3, NRD New England, NRD Dallas, NRD Portland
Comments: A warm and well deserved congratulations to all the CPO selects! I am humbled to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer thanks to the great sailors that I have had the pleasure of leading and mentoring during my career. If it wasn't for the hard work and success of my sailors, this would not be possible. My family and I thank you. Also, I would like to thank the mentors I have had throughout my career. Without your patience, leadership and guidance, I would not be the Sailor I am today. Some honorable mentions I'd like to recognize (I apologize if I left anyone out but you know who you are): PSCM Ragonese DKCM Cube PSC Datuin PSCM Knupp PSCS Rowe NCCS Youngs SHCS Martinez PNCS Gimatau NCC Oneill NCC Sepulveda GMC Leff NCCS Orallo NCC Gray NCCM Quinn NCCM Lewis NCCM Moore ABEC Creaturo NCC Brumfield NCCM Conklin NCCS Bolden NCCS Sult YNC Ponder LSCS Wright Again, thank you for everything and I hope that some day I can repay all the training and knowledge you have passed on to me. I will make sure I pass it to my current and future Sailors.
Date: 03:15pm
From: OSC(SW/IUSS) SEL Daniel L Dickinson
Duty Stations: USS JASON DUNHAM (DDG-109)
Comments: I am very gracious and humble for this career milestone. I would like to thank all of the sailors and leadership who helped mold me into the person I am today. I am looking forward to becoming part of the long tradition and heritage of the CPO mess.
Date: 02:43pm
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Michael Wiederhoeft
Duty Stations: NAS WHITING FIELD
Comments: I'd like to thank my family, junior Sailors and Chiefs that mentored me along the way. I wouldn't be in this position without all of your support.
Date: 02:36pm
From: ITC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jonathan R. Henson
Duty Stations: NAVIOCOM, SD
Comments: I would like to thank my Family, friends and Shipmates that provided constant encouragement and believed in me. If it was not for all of those who I depend on and those who depend on me I would not have made it this far, so for all you support I thank you. Congratulations to all that have made it as well.
Date: 02:25pm
From: STGC(SEL) Nick Twyman
Duty Stations: USS Porter (DDG-78)
Comments: I am humble on this occassion and grateful to welcomed in this tight knit community. I am telling you now, I will be coming to you all for help and guidance, and will be more than honored to do the same. Thank you for this time.
Date: 11:54am
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Sean Bayla
Duty Stations: USS Wadsworth FFG09, USS Blue Ridge LCC-19, PHNSY & IMF, USS ESSEX LHD-2, USS John Paul Jones DDG-53, ATG MIDPAC
Comments: I would like the thank the following Chiefs that was there to help and guide me in my career and made a difference in my life. BMC Naval, BMC Townsend, BMCS Durkee, BMCM Kidd, BMC Roach, BMC Ellsworth, BMCS Henry, BMC Zorilla, BMC White, BMCS Beekman and BMC Parkowski. I can not thank you enough for the lessons you taught me and the experience you all have given to me.
Date: 11:22am
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Brandolf Schlieper
Duty Stations: Naval Submarine School
Comments: I am honored by Sailors who have come before me to teach and mentor me. I look forward to honing my skills in teamwork, leadership, and facing adversity together with my fellow Chief Selects. Very Respectfully, FTC(SS)(SEL) B.K. SCHLIEPER, USN
Date: 10:28am
From: EAC(SCW) (SEL) Adam Binon
Duty Stations: NFEXWC
Comments: Thank you to all current and retired chiefs for keeping these traditions alive and keeping our navy strong.
Date: 07:56am
From: ETC(Sel) Kurt Lindsay
Duty Stations: USS Boise, Comsublant Norfolk VA, Task Group Trident, USS Chicago
Comments: Excited to have been selected for ETC. Cant wait to forge new relationships, build pride, and most of all, take care of my sailors every day. Doesn't feel any different yet from being a first class and leading the division for 2 years, but I know it will only be better from here out. Want to thank ETCS(SS) Keith Rasmussen for his experience and wisdom every day and ETCS(SS) Brandon Wallis for his outstanding leadership and picking me up when I thought everything was down.
Date: 07:36am
From: ISC(EXW/SW/AW)(sel) Stephen Knox
Duty Stations: AFRICOM 0166; AIC; USS Peleliu (LHA-5)
Comments: I am very humbled on my selection to Chief Petty Officer and look forward to the new challenges that it will bring and becoming a productive member of the Mess. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs who mentored me along the way.
Date: 07:27am
From: BUC (SEL) (SCW) Christopher N. Kershaw Sr.
Duty Stations: NCTC Gulfport Ms.
Comments: Congratulations to all of the FY15 CPO Selectees! I am very happy and excited about being selected and I know that you all are as well. I would just like to say Thank You to all of the leadership I have had in my career that have pushed me and help mold me to be where I am today. I can only take a very small percentage of credit for my achievements. It is the sailors that I have had over me, that have worked for me and with me that I owe everything to. Thank You So Very Much for making me what I am today!!
Date: 07:13am
From: HMC (FMF/SW) (SEL) Charles Ramirez
Duty Stations: Naval Health Clinic Annapolis
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs I have had mentor me.
Date: 05:14am
From: MTC(SS)(Sel) James P. Troeger
Duty Stations: DIRSSP ARDUOUS SEA DET CAPE CANAVERAL
Comments: I'd like to thank my family and the Chiefs and Crew of the USS OHIO for inspiring me to have the drive to get to where I am today. I would like to thank the Chiefs at SP-205 for welcoming me into the quarters. Let the fun begin!
Date: 04:48am
From: MAC(SEL)(EXW) Lee Eckert
Duty Stations: AFLOAT TRAINING GROUP MIDPAC
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs who I have served with over my 10 year career. Each one has had an impact on my career, especially MAC David Cross and MACM Michael Haas. I served with MAC Cross at MSRON 6 and he was the first Chief to take me under his wing and truly be a mentor. I served with MACM Haas in Bahrain and he stepped back and forced me to take charge of our division and develop my own leadership style. Thank You!
Date: 03:52am
From: GMC(SEL) Andrew Justin Clouse
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford,
Comments: I'd like to thank GMC(SW/AW) Kirt Bunn my current Chief, and all my other past and current Chiefs/Senior Chiefs/Master Chiefs. Thanks for guiding me,mentoring me, and most of all bein there for me when I needed that foot in the ass to push forward.
Date: 03:12am
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Robert Louis Ehmann III
Duty Stations: USS Albany, USS Norfolk, CNE-C6F, NRD Ohio, ECRC IA Afghanistan, USS Michigan, USS Hawaii
Comments: Thanks to the sailors that have helped me, and the sailors that I was able to help. I will use this opportunity to do more. Special thanks to: FTC (SS) James Dixon, FTC (SS) Gregg Gross (My first FTCs), FTC (SS) Travis Ellingson, FTC (SS) Donald "Smalls" Smalley, STSC (SS) Andrew Ashmore, ITSC (SS) Dana Thorson, ITC (SW) Ramone Cuevas, MTCM(SS) Gibson, COB Victor Smith, COB Randy Pruitt and LCDR (SS) Marc Manthey, (for inspiring my decision to enlist in submarines). To my family: I was able to get to this point with your help and dedication. To my wife: Thank you for being there, and thank you for helping me be the person I am today.
Date: 03:08am
From: MTC(SS) SEL Paul Vincent Schiro Jr
Duty Stations: USS Maine 741 Blue
Comments: I have heard a lot about this website. Looking forward to being finally able to long on.
Date: 02:52am
From: GSMC (SW)(SEL) Ryan D. Cartwright
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal
Comments: Thanks to all the CPO's that have helped me along the way but most notably GSCS Walt Townsend and GSCS Tim Johnson for their guidance and mentorship. I greatly look forward to joining the ranks and Mess of the CPO.
Date: 02:30am
From: ADC (AW/SW) (SEL) Juan M Marquez
Duty Stations: VP-46 Grey Knights (2002-07); FRC SW DET PT. MUGU (2007-10); VAW-116 Sun Kings (2010-Current)
Comments: Would like to thank all my Mentors, Peers, Sailors, Friends and Family that helped keep me on the right track. Honored! Too many to list them all.
Date: 02:11am
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Kishan R. Harripersad
Duty Stations: USS OAK HILL (LSD 51)
Comments: Thank you to all the Sailors, Marines, and Airmen whose support has brought me to this milestone.
Date: 02:01am
From: ENC (SW) (SEL) Nicholas G Lutze
Duty Stations: USS Oak Hill (LSD-51); NTC Great Lakes: Base Command Group USS Halyburton (FFG-40)
Comments: It's been a looooooooong haul! Congratulations, everybody!
Date: 01:59am
From: ETC(SS) (SEL) Brian A. Carnes
Duty Stations: CTF 69, USS MARYLAND SSBN 738 (BLUE)
Comments: HOOYAH FY 2015!!! To all my friends and family who have kept me on track, course and speed, I sincerely am gratefuly and thank you. I could not have done it without all of the support.
Date: 01:46am
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Bonifacio Rivera Palma III
Duty Stations: VAW 117, NRD LOS ANGELES, VAW 113
Comments: I would like to thank all of the sailors, officers, and Chiefs that I have had the privilege to work with. Special thanks to NCC(AW/SW)Andrada, AFCM(AW/SW)James, ATCS(AW/SW)Logue, AVCM(AW/SW)Marsh, AFCM(AW/SW)Sotomango, ADCS(AW/SW) Vasquez, ADCS(AW/SW)Hooi, AMCS(AW)Russell, AVCM(AW)Mathis, ADC(AW)Pinzon, AFCM(AW/SW)Salanoa, and all of the Wall Banger family. Banger Nation!!!
Date: 01:44am
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Stacy Meyer
Duty Stations: VAW-116
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectee's. I would like to thank all the CPO's, SCPO's and MCPO's I have had the privilege to work with in my career. I would especially like to thank AVCM Armer, ADCS Guitierrez and AEC Davidson for puting in the extra time an effort over the last year mentoring/training me.
Date: 01:42am
From: OSC(SW/AW) (SEL) Alexander O Garcia
Duty Stations: ATGMIDPAC
Comments: I wouldn't be here in this position if it were not for the following Chiefs who inspired me, mentored me and guided me and made me the Sailor I am today. My very first ever chief, OSC Dahlquist, followed by OSC Miller, OSCS Hackley, OSCS Hollars, OSC Putman, OSCS Hearn and most importantly OSCS Garbe. I look forward to being welcomed into the Mess and earning my anchors.
Date: 01:40am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Ronald L. Roper
Duty Stations: USS Bunker Hill (CG 52)
Comments: I'd would like to thank the long list of Chief who mentored me along the way. Without your dedication to me and the rest of your Sailors I wouldn't be here writing this. I would also like to thank my wife who's been by my side through this journey the entire way. You've been an supportive through the good and bad so this is your time as much as mine. Thank you.
Date: 01:27am
From: LSC(SW)(SEL) Christopher M McKean
Duty Stations: USPACOM, USS NITZE (DDG 94), USNS LEWIS AND CLARK (T-AKE 1), USNS SPICA (T-AFS 9)
Comments: I'd like to thank the all of the Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career. Your words of advice continue to be invaluable and I truly do not have the words to express my gratitude. Special thanks to the CPO Mess of both Camp Smith and USS NITZE. And a very special thank you to LSC Moise for your encouragement, support, and mentorship over the last few years -- you showed me by example what it means to be a deckplate leader. I would also like to thank LSC Burris and LSCS Shaw for being such strong role models to me early in my career -- you set the standard early and motivated me beyond my expectations.
Date: 01:23am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Rexon A. Ilog
Duty Stations: USS BUNKERHILL
Comments: Congratulation to FY2015 CPO Selectees. I wouldn't be at this point of my life without the help of my fellow Sailors, junior, esteemed seniors, and the support of my family. Thank you all that help us along the way!
Date: 01:13am
From: GSMC(SW) (SEL) Rene Mauricio Giron
Duty Stations: LCS Crew 203
Comments: I am happy to be selected to Chief Petty Officer and at this moment I would like to say thank you to all the current and previous Chief's who have influenced me in a positive way during my time in the Navy.
Date: 12:59am
From: HMC (AW) (SEL) Edsel P. Panlilio
Duty Stations: 1ST Marine Division
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my wife and kids for their support. To all my mentors, Sailors and friends who guided me to get to this point. Congratulations to all FY-15 Selectees.
Date: 12:58am
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) Dan Ooley Dan Ooley
Duty Stations: CG59,DDG53,DDG76ACU5,LCS2,DDG97,DDG59,DDG76
Comments: Been a long time coming, I want to thank everyone who has mentored me guided me trained me kicked me in the Butt when I needed and stuck their neck out when I needed it. THANK YOU!!!
Date: 12:57am
From: NCC (AW) SEL Jamel Joseph Amara
Duty Stations: VQ2, NRD San Francisco, NRD Portland
Comments: I want to thanks all my Sailors that worked for me and all the Chiefs I worked for to help me get here today. Lastly I want to thank my family my two kids Jasmine and Joseph, and my lovely wife Jenny. Thank you all for all the support and love.
Date: 12:55am
From: MMC (SEL) Adrian A. Acebo
Duty Stations: SSN 698, TRF Kingsbay, NPDB5 Iraq, SSGN 729 Gold, NSWG-3
Comments: I want to thank the follow for helping me get were I am at today: CMC (SS) Price, MMCS (SS/DV) May, MMCS (SS) Hendricks, MTCS Cecil and MTC Shaw. V/R, MMC (SEL) Acebo, Adrian A
Date: 12:54am
From: GMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sean J. Reynolds
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN69), North Island Weapons Station, San Diego, CA, USS Nimitz(CVN68), Ceremonial Guard, Washington DC, USS Oak Hill(LSD51)
Comments: First I would like to thank my wife and two children for all their support. Thank you to the Chiefs both past and present that I have served with for their advice and motivation. Thank you to my shipmates, both past and present for the support and experience you have provided to me. YOU ALL ROCK!!!
Date: 12:52am
From: ITC(IDW/SW/AW)(SEL) Joseph Layman
Duty Stations: USS John C Stennis; NMCB-3; Naval Satellite Operation Center; VAW-112; USSTRATCOM JFCC SPACE
Comments: Thank you so much for all the guidance I received from the Chief's Mess, I would not have made it here without it. I will pass it on.
Date: 12:52am
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Mario Michael Davenport
Duty Stations: USS DETROIT AOE 4, USS SAN ANTONIO LPD 17, USS OAKHILL LSD 51, ACU 4, RTC GREAT LAKES, USS CORONADO LCS 4 CREW 203
Comments: I am really excieted for being secleted to Cheif Petty Officer. I would like to thank HMCS Brittenum, for being my mentor throughout my years up until this point. I would also like to thank all of my former and current Cheif Mess leadership, for all of their training and advise they have given me.
Date: 12:49am
From: ADC(SEL) Charles A. Galasinao
Duty Stations: VRC-30
Comments: To all my mentors that help me along the way, thank you very much!
Date: 12:48am
From: DCC (SW) (SEL) Branden J. Wilkins
Duty Stations: NOSC Las Vegas; USS Chosin CG-65; USS Juneau LPD-10
Comments: Many MANY thanks to all of the great leaders who showed me the way. Proud to be selected to be a part of this most elite group.
Date: 12:47am
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Myla C. Bugarin
Duty Stations: USS Oak Hill, LSD 51
Comments: I'm honored.
Date: 12:37am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Ryan Courtney Saylor
Duty Stations: LCS CREW 203
Comments: I am so excited to have been selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I have a few CPO's I would like to thank. BMC Karl Otto, OSC Jeremy Baltushis, BMC Katia Brito, FCC Kevin Schrems, GMC Adam Parker, Command Senior Chief Anthony Corey, GSCS James Richards, GSEC Peters, ITC Chavez, FCC Jenkins, and DCC Lobb. Their pride and professionalism is unmatched!!! Truly the best of the best...
Date: 12:22am
From: AGC(SEL) (IDW/AW/SW) Lisa Sherry
Duty Stations: NAVO SSC Ms, NOAC SSC Ms, USS ESSEX Sasebo Japan, NOAD Kaneohe Bay Hi, NPMOC/JTWC Pearl Harbor Hi
Comments: It is truly an honor to have been selected and would also like to congratulate all the other Selectees. I want to thank my junior Sailors for all of their hard work and all the Chiefs how have mentored me along the way, specifically AGCM Morales, AGCS Dauntain, AGC Ferguson AGC (Ret) Adams, AGC Wimberly, AGC Nickson, and AGC Elliott. I truly appreciate all of you and thank you all.
Date: 12:22am
From: MAC(SW)(SEL) MATTHEW DIERLAM
Duty Stations: Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Comments: Thanks to all my Shipmates that i have served with over the years.
Date: 12:21am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Chad E. Morris
Duty Stations: PMRF Barking Sands, PC Crew Charlie, USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG-54)
Comments: Congratulations FY-15 CPO Selectees! I would like to say thank you first and foremost to my beautiful wife Andrea. You've always given me strength, even when you didn't know it. Ender, thank you for making my life brighter every day. Someday I'll tell you how much you made us laugh when you were little. And thank you to all of my past and future shipmates for guiding me, correcting me, encouraging me, and serving beside me. See you in the fleet!
Date: 12:14am
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Joshua Lawrence Holberton
Duty Stations: VP-46, BUPERS SDC, WING-10 TOC
Comments: It is a huge privilege to be selected also I am excited to see what the next 6 weeks and the rest of the future holds.
Date: 12:09am
From: LSC ( AW/SW) ( SEL) Charline Mcdonel
Duty Stations: HSC-15
Comments: There are so many people throught my career that have helped me. I am greatly appreciative for everyone that has got me this far. Words can not describe how happy and blessed I am to know so many great leaders.
Date: 12:07am
From: ABEC (AW/SW) (SEL) Roderick T. Casey
Duty Stations: USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75), NRD HOUSTON, PCU GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78)
Comments: I would like to Thank all the great Chiefs and mentors from past and current commands that helped me get to where i am today. It is truly an Honor to become apart of the CPO Mess.
Date: 12:03am
From: SWC(SCW) (SEL) Ephraim Fonseca
Duty Stations: NMCB THREE
Comments: First and foremost I would like to thank my wife and kids for their support. Second I would like to thank the Chiefs that I have served with past and present who took the time to mentor me and give me the guidance I needed. I would also like to thank the Sailors that I have worked with who helped me to get where I am today.
Date: 11:54pm
From: NCC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Jason M. Hatfield
Duty Stations: NRD PHOENIX, HSC-3, HSC-4, NRD SEATTLE, HS-10 DET 3, HS-8
Comments: I cannot express how humble this process has made me even over the past two days. My heart goes out to my lovely Wife, Heather and my three amazing children who have supported me as I have travelled through my career. Through thick and thin, they have been there for me. This achievement could never have happened without their unfailing support. The Lord has truly blessed me and my family. The sailors who I have had the pleasure to work with over the past 17 years are the reason why the Navy has bestowed the tremendous honor of being selected as a Chief Petty Officer. I would like to specifically thank Command Master Chief (RET) Jamie Vaughn for believing in me as a young sailor and for providing guidance and me in the right direction. I did not like you at the time, but looking back on those hard learned lessons, I fully see the value in your training. Master Chief, you were and still are an inspiration to me. The leadership lessons that you have taught me have given me the opportunity to lead many sailors to success. As a Chief Petty Officer, I will continue to remember and use the valuable lessons that you have taught me. Thank you. To everyone else who has played a significant role in my career and life, I thank you. For it you were not a part of that, I would not be who I am today. I firmly intend to carry what I learn over the next six weeks and strive to constantly grow and lean on the mess that I will soon enter (if tested, and accepted).
Date: 11:52pm
From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Philbert Manuel
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal; USS O'Kane; NAVCONBRIG Miramar det. PH; USS Bunker Hill
Comments: I am grateful the all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs throughout my career for helping get to this milestone.
Date: 11:52pm
From: GSMC (SW) (SEL) Francis X. Genilo
Duty Stations: USS ANZIO, USS FITZGERALD, USS HALSEY, USS RENTZ, USS BENFOLD
Comments: Congratulations to all the Chief Petty Officer Selectees FY-15. Thank you to the mentors that guided me through this successful path. To GSCS Beck, GSCS Carrillo, GSCS Benton, GSCS Gonzales, GSCS Espina, GSEC Echanis, GSMC Adlao, GSMC Shingara and to the other Senior Chief Petty Officers and Chief Petty Officers that I have the priviledge and honor to work with, I say thank you for believing in me and gave me the tools, mentorship, the guidance that you entrusted me with to become a leader.
Date: 11:46pm
From: CSC(SW/AW) (SEL) SAMANTHA T BROWN
Duty Stations: USS Whidbey Island; USS Harry S Truman; SUBASE NLON; VP-26.
Comments: Thanks to my Truman family for making it hard not to shine. CSCM Batson CSCM Lopes, CSCM Jiggetts, CSCS Gomez, CSC Shelton, CSC Felton.
Date: 11:43pm
From: AGC (IDW/SW) (SEL) William Herin
Duty Stations: NOAC Stennis Ms (Current); PDDLANT Norfolk ; SGOT Norfolk; NOAD Okinawa Japan; AG-C School Biloxi Ms; NLMOD Brunswick Me, NLMOD Guantanamo Bay Cuba, USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN-75)
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all of the Sailors that I have had the pleasure to work with. It is because of you that I am where I am today. I would also like to thank from the bottom of my heart the many Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that have helped guide me, mentored me, motivated me and believed in me. I just hope that I can do the same for other Sailors as what was done for me.
Date: 11:39pm
From: BMC (SW) (SEL) JOEL C MANUEL
Duty Stations: USS OAK HILL
Comments: Congrats to all my fellow Selectee's. 05AUG2014, Greatest day ever. Special thanks to some great mentors, BMC (SW/EXW) ALEXANDER, BMC (SW/AW) CARNEY, BOSN BAYLESS, BOSN EAST, BMCS (SW/AW) ELLIS, and all the Boatswain's Mates plank-owners of the Mighty Oak, I could not of made it this far with out your guidance. Looking forward to an OUTSTANDING season. FARE WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS ME MATES!!!
Date: 11:33pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Robert Andrew Anderson
Duty Stations: USS New Hampshire (SSN 778), PCU North Dakota (SSN 784)
Comments: Congratulations to all my fellow selectees! I would like to especially thank ETC(SS) Davis and MMCM(SS) Lucky for all your mentoring and for helping me get to where I am today. I would not be here if it weren't for both of you.
Date: 11:28pm
From: ICC(SW/AW)(SEL) Darrion Maxie
Duty Stations: USS Whidbey Island LSD-41
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected. I would first like to thank God and all those who wore the anchors before me. And the leaders who encouraged and inspired me, CWO Brinson, ICCS Young, ICCM Rocks, ICC McMillan, ICC Milow, ICC Johnson, just to name a few. Thank you for the support.
Date: 11:27pm
From: ISC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Brian Evans
Duty Stations: USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Comments: I'm looking forward to joining the Chief Petty Officers Mess in the World's Finest Navy.
Date: 11:16pm
From: EOC (SCW) (SEL) Nate Jeppe
Duty Stations: NRD Portland
Comments: First and foremost, I wouldn't be in the Navy right now if it wasn't for the support of my wife, and the love of my children. I have also been blessed with not only great leaders to push me through, but the troops I've led and learned from have all molded me into who I am and will be as a Chief. Congratulations to all who have gone before me and to all who will come after. The following personnel have been my greatest mentors and challengers along the way; without your guidance and belief in me, I know I wouldn't have arrived where I have. Tiffany Jeppe Jayme Rainwater UCCM Freddy Martinez UCCM Louie Alvarez SWCS Grant Glover LT (A "True" Mustang) Clifton Setty CMC Paul Veratti BUC Andy Buggs BUC Michael Hamlin EOC Jake Balaam CEC Kevin Kikawa NCCS Jesse Pender AMC and all the troops who have served with me. Lest I forget, all the less than great leaders I've experienced; you are not forgotten, for how would I know what not to do and who not to be without your influences.
Date: 11:14pm
From: MMC (SW/AW) (SEL) DASAN R BULLS
Duty Stations: LHD3 Kearsarge, SIMA San Diego, ECRC SD Afghanistan, LHD6 BHR, LHD2 ESSEX.<br><br>I want to first thank my children. Tre'von, Nia, Jay'dan, and Nylah Bulls for having patients and forever understanding. I want to thank my mentors MMCS Matlock, CW02 Yarrington, MMC Chambers, ENC Day and NCC Realubit for providing me with the tools and wisdom needed to launch me to the next level.<br>2001-2014
Date: 11:10pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Nicholas D. Work
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R FORD (CVN 78)
Comments: Congratulations to all of the CPO Selects. I can't wait to serve alongside with all of you. I'd like to thank MMC(SW/AW) Erik Adams for mentoring me and showing me the ropes early in my career. Without your guidance and expertise I wouldn't have been selected this year.
Date: 11:08pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Michael J Samuelson
Duty Stations: USS GEERALD R. FORD, USS ENTERPRISE
Comments: Congratulations to all who were selected this year. Thank you to all who helped me get here, from my loving family, to all the junior Sailors who believed in me enough to follow me, and most importantly all the Chief Petty Officers who course corrected me when I was lost. With out all of you I know I would not be here. Thank you: MMCM Hetrick, Michael; MMCM Cuskey, Cameron; MMCM Chronister, Rodney; MMCM Beutner, Brian; MMCM Sawyer, Michael; ETCM Nagy, Ron; MMCS Ledda, Jeremiah; MMCS Jones, Edward; MMC Jones, Robert; MMC Dembinski, Fred; MMC Baker, Douglas; MMC Sanderson, Myles; MMC Hynes, Matthew; MMC Cross, Derick; MMC Muirhead, Eric; MMC Sigmon, Scott; MMC Hensley, Justin; MMC Jefferson, Alford; MMC Zafarino, Justin
Date: 11:04pm
From: MMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Cheyenne Marie Scarbrough
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD
Comments: To the Mess, thank you in advance for the training we are about to receive. FY-15 CPO Selectees, congratulations. This is our year let's enjoy it!
Date: 10:57pm
From: QMC (SEL) Michael DIERKS
Duty Stations: NRD SEATTLE
Comments: I'm so happy and super excited to finally be selected!!!!! This training will be the greatest thing to ever happen to me!!!
Date: 10:53pm
From: EMC (SW/AW) SEL Fernando Balla
Duty Stations: USS MONTEREY
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 selectees!! I like to thank EMC(SW) Chant, GSCS(SW/AW) Reed, EMCS(SW) Daubon, GSCS(SW/AW) Rogers for all the guidance, direction, and the belief of me that I could get here at this point.
Date: 10:51pm
From: CSC(SS)(SEL) Zachary Brown
Duty Stations: USS Pasadena (SSN-752), Naval Reactors, CNRSW
Comments: I'm going to cherish the next 6 weeks and enjoy this once in a lifetime experience. I'm feeling so honored to be a part of this.
Date: 10:51pm
From: MMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Leon Griffin
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz
Comments: I would like to first thank my loving wife and children for their support, Lord knows I couldn't have done it without them. Thank you to all the Chiefs I have had the pleasure to serve with. Their guidance, tutoring and mentoring was essential and I am glad for everyone I have worked for. I also want to thank those that worked for me, yesterday and today. I couldn't have made it this far without their support and all the times they gave me tough leadership situations to figure out.
Date: 10:47pm
From: DCC (SW) (SEL) Jake M. Wright
Duty Stations: USS BENFOLD, NRD SAN FRANCISCO, USS KIDD, USS MCCAMPBELL, USS ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)
Comments: I would like to thank DCC (RET) Steven Roberts, he was my first LPO and without him I probably would not have re-enlisted my first time. I would like to thank NCC David Thrush for not only guiding me through my recruiting "adventure" but showing me what it means to truely care for your sailors. And to all the sailors that I have worked with over the last 12 years both junior and senior I have learned at least one thing from every one of you.
Date: 10:47pm
From: NCC (SW)(SEL) Daniel Yabut
Duty Stations: USS Gladiator MCM11, USS Princeton CG59, USS Stockdale DDG106, NRD San Diego, NRD Portland
Comments: I am blessed to be selected as a Chief, I am so great ful to all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that mentored me and helped me to be a leader. I am happy and excited to go through the process and earn my Anchors!! Hooyah!!
Date: 10:44pm
From: BMC (SW/IDW) (SEL) Shane Tiffany
Duty Stations: USS MONTEREY CG 61
Comments: I would like to congratulate my fellow FY 2015 CPO Selectees. I look forward to working side by side with you throughout this season. I would like to thank all the Chief Petty Officers that have mentored and guided me through the years, BMCS Marion (RET); BMCS Artis; BMC Pritchard (RET); BMC Boyd. I would like to thank my parents, James and Wendy Tiffany, they have been a driving force behind all of these achievements. To all those Sailors that have have worked with me, Thank You, without you I would not be where I am today. Thank You All!
Date: 10:42pm
From: SHC (SEL) Showandra Williams
Duty Stations: USS Gettysburg CG 64
Comments: Congrats Fellow Selectee's. The journey is just beginning. Best wishes. SHC (Sel) Williams
Date: 10:39pm
From: MMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Donald Keith Reinert
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford
Comments: Humbled and Truly Honored to be here.
Date: 10:38pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Robert P. Dixon
Duty Stations: USS MONTEREY CG-61
Comments: Congrats to my brothers and sisters. It was a long road for me, and I wouldn't have made it here without the help of those I have led, great mentors I've had, and my wife who has been the most supportive wife throughout my career and never gave up on me!
Date: 10:32pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Robert B Martindale
Duty Stations: USS Constellation CV-64, USS Nimitz CVN-68, USS John F. Kennedy CV-67, Naval Hospital Jacksonville, USS Gettysburg CG-64
Comments: To the genuines and my brother and sister selectees: I am extremely proud of all of you and grateful to join the greatness that is the GOATLOCKER. Every one of us has worked hard to get where we are today and there isn't another fraternity on earth I'd rather be apart of. If anyone has any questions or needs any help, please don't hesitate to shoot me a line, and I will do the same. I look forward to the season!
Date: 10:25pm
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Brad Harper
Duty Stations: USS MONTEREY CG-61, NEMSCOM, KANDAHAR PRT, USS ELROD FFG-55, PMO HQ BREMERTON , USS JOHN C. STENNIS CVN-74
Comments: To God be the Glory. EPH 5:8 I owe this honor to a few great Chiefs, AKCM(RET) Cevengros, LSCS Scott Mansfield, CMDCM(RET) Dan Whitting (who saw so much in me). But also to my wife, my bride, the woman who picked me up and dusted me off. Congrats to all the newest Selectees, let us leave our new legacy to those Sailors that look up to us.
Date: 10:23pm
From: HMC (SEL) (AW/SW/FMF) Chelsea L Turner
Duty Stations: NMCP, BMC WNY, USS BATAAN, NEPMU2, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT
Comments: Thank you for everyone that has pushed, shoved and molded me to be the best HMC that I can.
Date: 10:22pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Matthew H. Reedy
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE, NRD ST. Louis, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT, USS GERALD R. FORD
Comments: Congratulations to all of the FY2015 CPO selectees. Good luck and stay strong over the next few weeks. I would like to send a special thanks out to all of the junior sailors that have supported me and helped me achieve this outstanding milestone. MMCM (SW/AW) Knott, MMCM (SW/AW) Beautner, Brian, and MMCS (SW/AW) Jones, Edward get a very special thanks for all of the positive mentorship you have given me throughout that last five great years of my career. Thanks again.
Date: 10:20pm
From: ITC(SEL) Demetria Horton
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R Ford (CVN 78), NCTAMS LANT Norfolk VA, USS Harry S Truman (CVN 78), NMCI DET San Diego, NCTS Far East DET Diego Garcia, USS James E Williams (DDG 95), NCTAMS Naples IT, NCTAMS Norfolk VA
Comments: It's great to be joining such an awesome brotherhood.
Date: 10:20pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Thomas Matthew Fain
Duty Stations: VFA-106, VFA-87, Blue Angels, VFA-113
Comments: I joined the Navy August 1995 and went to Great Lakes for boot camp. Soon after being de-civilized I went to Millington Tenn for AM 'A' School. Once I learned all I needed to know about being an Airframer I was sent to the Gladiators of VFA-106 to fix the F-18's that was broken by pilots that always seemed to know exactly what was wrong. Being there from 1996-1999 and figured out that "A" school didn't teach me as much as I thought. With some great training and mentoring from a young second class, now AMCS(AW) Steffanides that I am now working with now again at VFA-106. When it was time for me to transfer I decided to go across the country to the wonderful duty station of NAS Lemoore California. I picked VFA 113. The greatest squadron on the flight line. I made Second Class there and ran night shift in the airframe shop. I did pretty well there and got Junior Sailor of the year on my way out the door. I didnt like Lemoore to much and I had friends going to Pensacola FL so I applied for the Blue Angels.I got picked up for the greatest gig in the Navy. Did many airshows all over the country for 3 years and had a great time doing it. I made First class as soon as I walked in the door there. In 2006 I transferred to the only squadron with A+ F-18's. They held up quite well for as old as they were. In 2010 I left this squadron with Every qual that I could get and all the checks in the box and my safe for flight. In November of 2013 I transferred back to VFA-106 and went straight to QA. In February I moved into maintenance and ran the desk until August first when I was selected for Chief. Now I am going through Chief Induction and having a good time with it. It is very tough but I am sure that I will learn alot more.
Date: 10:19pm
From: YNC (EXW) (SEL) Travis McCarthy
Duty Stations: NCHB 1, JIATF SOUTH, USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24)
Comments: I would like to thank all of my mentors and leadership for the incredible support and guidance over the years. This great day would not have happened without you. Thank you so much.
Date: 10:18pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Adam Storkamp
Duty Stations: USS ALASKA GOLD
Comments: First and foremost I give thanks to God, for through him all things are possible. Second I'd like to thank my family, specifically my parents Thomas and Cathy and my wife, Crystal. I would not be here without their love and support. I'd like to also thank the all the Chiefs who have taken me under their wings, mentored me and taught me the things I needed to know. And last, but not least, a thank you to my division. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to lead and mentor you guys. We have learned a lot together, about ourselves and each other, and are better sailors, and better people, because of it.
Date: 10:12pm
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Corey C. Hartley
Duty Stations: NRS PANAMA CITY
Comments: I would like to thank the people who helped me make it this far in my career. Thank you EMCS(SW/AW) Cruz, Orlando, EMCS(SW/AW) Manangan, Edgar, EMCS(SW)(Ret)Hartley, Randall C. You have all been huge influences on me and my career and for that you shall never be forgotten.
Date: 10:11pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Glendon Barron
Duty Stations: PCU Ford
Comments: I am honered for the selection. I would like to thank some people who helped me get to where I am now: CMDMC James Reckhouse, CDMC John Mooers, ETCS(RET) Shawn Goodwin, FCC Lee Smith, NCC Jonathan Rainey, FCC(RET) Randy Paffrath and all the other Genuine Chiefs I have had the pleasure to serve with.
Date: 10:07pm
From: MAC(SW/EXW/IDW)(SEL) MICHAEL STEVEN THOM
Duty Stations: NAVAL HOSPITAL PENSACOLA
Comments: I would like to thank the following personnel for helping me get to where I am. MAC(SW) Michael Hancock MAC(AW) Michael Daniel MAC(EXW) Charles Whittenton MAC(SW/EXW/SCUW)Greg Evancheck Also all of my junior Sailors and my family. V / r MAC(SW/EXW/IDW)(SEL) Thom
Date: 10:06pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (Sel) Joshua P. Wilkes
Duty Stations: BOHNOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), SWOSCOLCOM, Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, RAMAGE (DDG 61), AIRTEVRON ONE (VX-1)
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled to be selected to join the greatest organization in any of the world's military forces. I'd like to thank YNC Gerald Brady, YNC Napoleon Bryant, YNC Anne O'Brien, YNCS GinaMarie Doherty, YNC Robin Dixon, LCDR Robert Saunders, CWO2 Daniel Mincica, ITC Don Pascoe, ETC Brink Wasserlein, YNC Rob Thomas, HMC Gerald Poole, NCC James Osborne, HTCS(MDV) Mike Lutz, CMDCM Joseph O'Brien, OSC Billy Lindsey, YNC Kelly Bell, LT Jay Estacio, and a whole mess of other people who have helped me along the way.
Date: 10:03pm
From: ETC(SS/IDW)(SEL) James Evans
Duty Stations: PCU JOHN WARNER (SSN 785), USS NEW MEXICO (SSN 779), TASK FORCE 69, USS SAN FRANCISCO (SSN 711), USS CONNECTICUT (SSN 22), USS HELENA (SSN 725)
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs of my past for what they've done over the years to help prepare me for this new journey. Their example is the standard to which I will measure myself. I know I can never repay any of you, I can only hope to uphold the ideals I've been taught. I'll be giving more than I ever have before, and I look forward to my chance to contribute to the Mess.
Date: 09:56pm
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) AIDAN CHRISTOPHER BURKE
Duty Stations: USS FIFE, USS SHILOH, RTC GREAT LAKES, USS BENFOLD
Comments: Congratulations and good luck to every FY15 CPO Selectee!
Date: 09:51pm
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Kimmothy R. Curtis
Duty Stations: USCENTCOM
Comments: I would first like to thank my wife and family for all their support. To all the Chiefs who have mentored, trained and guided me throughout my career I cannot form the words that will explain my gratitude and appreciation. I truly would not be here if it wasn't for your patience and dedication in guiding this sailor. To all my shipmates, thank you for giving me the opportunity to work alongside of you, and without you I would not be here. Congratulations to all FY 2015 Chief Petty Officer Selectees!
Date: 09:50pm
From: AOC (AW) (SEL) Bryan W. Seaman
Duty Stations: VFA-34/NATTC Pensacola/HSL-45/HSM-75
Comments: I would like to thank all of those that have supported me in this accomplishment. The Lord Jesus, my wife Samantha, my family, AOCS Jeffery May, AOCM Greg Williams, AOCS "Face" and many many others. I am honored and humbled...
Date: 09:42pm
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Anthonie White
Duty Stations: USS Nimitz(99-02), USS Emory s. land(02-05), MARMC(05-08), USS George H.W. BUSH(08-10), USS Enterprise(10-12), Navsta Norfolk(12- present)
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors who helped mold me over the years: ENC Funk, MMC Hakes, MMC Gunther, LSC Rogers, CSCS Hicks, CSCM Anderson. I would also like to thank my junior Sailors, without them I would not be here. Thank you
Date: 09:30pm
From: YNC(SS)(SEL) David Dean
Duty Stations: USS LOUISIANA (BLUE), USS WYOMING (GOLD), NSSC KINGS BAY GA
Comments: Would like to thank all the chiefs that have helped me along the way: YNCM Rock YNCM Rivera YNCM Gonsowski YNCS Wright YNCS Dannemilller YNCS Stevenson YNCS Diaz (ret) YNC Miller YNC Forrest ETC Gomez (ret) And to the one person who influenced me the most back in high school my old JROTC instructor: ICCS(SS) Rodney Dickerson. Thank you to you all.
Date: 09:23pm
From: MNC(SW) (SEL) Simon Walters
Duty Stations: NMC EAD Unit Guam
Comments: Congratulations to all of my fellow CPO Selectees. I would like to take the time to thank a few Genuine Chiefs that helped me throughout my career and helped me get to this point: MNCM(SW) Venczel, GMCM(SW/EXW) Longsdorff, MNCS(SW) Gallegos, MNCS(SW) Montalvo, MMCS(SS) Ramsey, MNCS(SW) Stolinski, GMC(EXW/SW) Astacio, MMC(SW/EXW) Padilla, MNC(SW) Robinson, MMC(SS) Tapia, and many others.
Date: 09:19pm
From: DCC (SW)(SEL) Wayne N. Jones
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA, ATG PAC, USS O'KANE AND USS MUSTIN
Comments: I would like to thank the following for guiding me through rough times, coaching when need be and drag me out of a hole when everything was falling apart: GSCM Danforth, DCCS Jasso, DCCS Simpson, DCC Bias.
Date: 08:53pm
From: GMC (SEL) DeWayne Cabel
Duty Stations: NRD Seattle
Comments: Proud Chief Select, I look forward to being part of the mess.
Date: 08:50pm
From: HTC(SW/AW) (SEL) Kent L Neumann
Duty Stations: Assualt Craft Unit 4
Comments: I want to thank all the Chief's, Senior's and Master Chiefs who has impacted my Naval caree. CMDMC Ray Chamberlain, CMDMC Ken Harris, HTCM Don McQuen, HTCS(RET)Eddie Hodgson, HTC(RET) Chad Holtquist, HTC(RET) Rick Toracinta, HTC Cory Pate, and all my sailors who helped me get here. I know there are more great people that I have not put in here and I apologize for that.
Date: 08:49pm
From: MTC (SS) (SEL) John Cushing
Duty Stations: USS Maryland SSBN 738, TRITRAFACKB, USS West Virginia SSBN 736
Comments: I would like to thank MTCS Tate. Been working for you for the past 9 years has been an honor and thank you for guiding me in the right direction would not have made it without your help.
Date: 08:47pm
From: GMC(SEL) David Tercero
Duty Stations: USS COLE (DDG67)
Comments: This is GMC(SEL) David Tercero. I Couldn't believe it when my CMC told me that I had made it. I just want to thank everyone who got me here. With out you one of the greatest times in my life couldn't have happened.
Date: 08:46pm
From: RPC (SEL) Heidi Weisenberger
Duty Stations: CRG-2, NSWG-4, 2ND MLG, NAES LAKEHURST, NAVSTA/NAVHOSP ROTA SPAIN, USS JOHN C STENNIS
Comments: I would like to take this time and thank some very enthusiastic, inspiring and truly great leaders, mentors and professionals that got me to where I am today. My Mother, My Sister, My Spouse, My best Friend and my trusty Seniors, Juniors and Peers! Thank you all for this awesome experience I will be a part of, I could not of done it without any of you. RPCS(ret) Lucinda Rennebu MAC James Hansen RPC Zachary McDonald RPC Andrew Stanley LS1 Stacey Adams
Date: 08:40pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Michael E Flaig
Duty Stations: USS AMERICA
Comments: Big thanks to ATCS Wicker, ATCS Byram, AECS Douglass and ATC Dixon!
Date: 08:29pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Jonathan Franklin Bentley
Duty Stations: USS Seawolf(SSN 21), NNPTC, USS Minnesotta(SSN 783)
Comments: I would like to thank my family, including my dad who sadly cannot be here to see this, MMC MacDonnell, MMCS Martin, MMCM Frommelt, MMCS Davis, EMC Bradshaw, ETC Herman, and all of people who I have served with over the years that have made this possible. Without the strong mentorship of the people above me and the support and efforts of the people in the divisions I have had the honor of serving with I would not be where I am today. THANK YOU!
Date: 08:27pm
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) Joseph L. Perez
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78), NPTU Charleston (MTS-626/E), USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: A special thanks to those that saw in me what I didn't: ETCM Nagy, MMCM Riley, MMCM Suthers, EMCM Edwards, MMCS Jones, EMCS Breganza, MMC Knapp, EMC Templeton, EMC Perkins, EMC Lattimer, EMC Hart, and last but not least my amazing wife Meghan.
Date: 08:23pm
From: ATC(AW/SW)(SEL) Michael Brand
Duty Stations: Current-VFA-11;Past-VFA-34, HC-2
Comments: So proud and honored to be selected along with my brothers and sisters FY15 Cycle!! Thank you to all the Chiefs(so many to name) I worked for, your words and wisdom echo a lifetime for me! Thank you to all my junior bubbas who worked for me, they helped me more than they realized! So grateful for them. One big thank you to my father retired AZC Brand, you're man and Chief Petty Officer to aspire to be like! Love you Pops!
Date: 08:17pm
From: FCC (Sel) Anthony Warlick
Duty Stations: USS NEW ORLEANS
Comments: FCC (Sel) Warlick checking in. Congrats to all the selectee's and I'm sure hoping I'll see some of you around the fleet.
Date: 08:09pm
From: ADC (SEL) Mervinjohn D. Tabin
Duty Stations: VFA-81, CNATTU Oceana, VFA-105
Comments: I would like to thank my wonderful and supporting wife. You are my rock and my foundation, I love you. My children, no matter how hard times can be, can always put a smile on my face. To all the people that had helped me through these trying years namely, CWO2 Stephen Joyce, ADC John Covington, ADC Darin Nave, ADC Adrian Dehererra, and ADC (SEL) Christopher Chavez. Thank you.
Date: 07:56pm
From: ISC (EXW/IDW/FPJ) (SEL) Derik Burris
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT, NSWDG
Comments: Congratulations to all of the fellow Chief Selectees across the United States Navy. It is a true honor, and privilege to serve with you all. I could not have gotten to where I am today without the assistance of many great Chiefs to guide me along my journey. CWO3 John Ryder, ISCM Nate Karlan, ISCS Mike Gorman, ISCS Mike Kubrich, ISCS Dominic Manupella, ISCS Click Wallace, ITCS Jenn Hafer, ISC Mike Crowe, ISC Ben Hymes and ISC Carla Meila - you all have had a profound affect on my career, and words will never be able to describe the appreciation that I have for all of the time and mentoring that you have provided me. Thank you!
Date: 07:48pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) RYAN KEITH KINDER
Duty Stations: NSA CHARLESTON, USS MUSTIN (DDG 89), HSL-51, VAQ-140
Comments: Thank you to all that have served and are serving. It is an honor to have been selected.
Date: 07:45pm
From: ETC (EXW/IDW/PJ) (SEL) Mike Meppelink
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron Four / NCTSCU OKC / DEVGRU
Comments: Congratulations to my fellow selectees, I know we all have worked extremely hard and overcome obstacles to reach this milestone in our careers. I am truly honored, blessed and humbled to be selected and understand it would not have been possible without the outstanding group of young sailors that worked with me. I have had an outstanding group of Chief Petty Officers who have guided me through my career and provided the needed mentorship, advice and direction. I thank all of you and greatly appreciate all you have done for me and my family. ITCM Russell Breisch ITCM Rick Powlas ITCM Karl Parsons ITCM Will Blanshan ITCS Tony Trigg ITCS (RET) Harold Hubbard ETCS(RET) Gary Porter ETC(RET) Shawn Markley ETC(RET) Bill Gaskins ETC Brent Martin ETC Chris DeLeon ITC Jeffrey Brown ITC (RET) Lisa Kelley
Date: 07:43pm
From: ITSC(SEL) George A. Perret
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton, USS Kentucky Blue
Comments: Thank you all for the honor and opportunity of becoming a Chief Petty Officer. I would also like to thank everyone who has mentored and guided me along the way.
Date: 07:40pm
From: ITC (SEL) (IDW/SW) Benjamin J. Rieker
Duty Stations: Current: CRS-2 (Coastal Riverine Squadron), Past: JMAST CENT, CID LS Norfolk, USS Lake Champlain CG-57
Comments: It is a great honor and privilege to be Selected as CPO, I look forward to joining the Chief's Mess and the journey that comes along with it. I would like to thank Senior Chief Shelly Zakimi for always impressing on me the power of Empowering Sailors. As well as Senior Chief Jeremiah Brown for providing the mentor ship and guidance to do the right thing. And to Chief Joseph Thomas for teaching me how even if change can be painful or uneasy, it is always necessary for growth. Thank you, I will pay it forward. Congrats to all FY 2015 CPO Selected!
Date: 07:27pm
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jacqueline Helinski
Duty Stations: Guantanmo Bay, Cuba/ USS Nimitz/ NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: Honorable Chiefs, Extremely excited to join the world's finest Chief's Mess. Break me down, build me up help me become the Chief our Sailors need. Very Respectfully, MAC(SEL) Jacqueline Helinski
Date: 07:24pm
From: ASC(AW/SW) (SEL) JUNE ESTACIO
Duty Stations: FRCMA SITE OCEANA
Comments: FY-15 CPO SELECTEE
Date: 07:18pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Michael Jordan
Duty Stations: USS RHODE ISLAND (SSBN 740)(GOLD), NSSF NLON, USS NEW MEXICO (SSN 779), COMSUBPAC, USS PITTSBURGH (SSN 720), USS COLUMBIA (SSN 771)
Comments: I am truly honored! I would like to thank each and every one of my past and present Chiefs, but that would be quite a list. There are so many to count, let alone name, and I would feel horrible if I failed to mention any. To my shipmates, who I have had the pleasure of "breathing the same air" with, thank you for all your support and guidance. Without you, this would not have been possible. Thank you. V/r ETC(SS)(SEL) Mike Jordan
Date: 07:14pm
From: AOC(AW/SW)(SEL) Joe Little
Duty Stations: U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, VF-143, NMC Sewells Point, VFA-211, MALS-24
Comments: Congratulations to all of this year's selectee's! I look forward to working and building lasting relationships with everyone. There are too many people to thank for helping me along the way and I would be remiss if I left someone out, the list would first start with my family.
Date: 07:04pm
From: AOC(AW/SW) (SEL) Justin James Park
Duty Stations: VFA-34, VX-30, CVN-71, CPPD
Comments: I would like to personally thank AOCS Ham, ADC Schultz, ADCS Bartels, and EMCM Burson for guiding me to this point in my career.
Date: 06:51pm
From: YNC(SS)(SEL) Kyle Fulmer
Duty Stations: USS RHODE ISLAND (SSBN 740)(GOLD), PMT, Kings Bay, USS MARYLAND (SSBN 738)(GOLD), USS TENNESSEE (SSBN 734)(GOLD)
Comments: Reporting! Thank you to all that have assisted me in reaching this prestigious milestone in my career. V/r YNC(SS)(SEL) Kyle G. Fulmer
Date: 06:49pm
From: ETC(SW) (SEL) Edward R Jordan
Duty Stations: USS INDEPENDENCE
Comments: I would like to thank every person whom gave me guidance and understanding while giving me opportunities I did not have before. Thank you CMDCS Cline and the entire Blue/Gold Chief's Mess onboard USS Independence. Also my current mentor OSCS Taton and OSC Hatcher my first mentor while at LCS. My LCPO FCC Wastradowski, who allowed me that chance to lead and grow. DCCS Rupp, who's tasked me and demanded results. To ETCS Dupre, ETC Corpus, and ETC (Ret) Boyd who allowed me to work for them and learn the LCS program from a different angle which paved the way for my active role at the command. They were the best bosses I could have wished for who genuinely were looking out for me. ETC Neville whom was my first trainer and ETC Vervynkt whom I replaced. Thank you to ETC Isaac, you've been a friend and mentor since 97. Thank you my fellow JCSE sailors ETC (Ret) Bollen and ETC (Ret) Hendrix. I would like to thank everyone whom I did not mention, but if you know me, you know I really appreciated everything you have done for me. I would like to also thank in advance every Selectee who is going through this training with me, because I am certain I am going to learn from you, as you will from me.
Date: 06:42pm
From: EMC(SEL) Elijah Joy
Duty Stations: PCU Gerald R. Ford
Comments: Eager to join the mess. Congratulations to the other selects.
Date: 06:35pm
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Christopher M. Brown
Duty Stations: NRPS Anchorage AK
Comments: Thank you to my first Chief, LT Jay Estachio (formerly YNCS), YNC Bailey, LTJG Fox, LSC Hou, ISC Koenig, CMDCM Randle, HMC Johnson, YNC Judge, and everyone else that I've had the honor of serving with or leading, and to all of the other Sailors who have had an impact in my career to get me to this point.
Date: 06:31pm
From: HMC (SW/IDW)(SEL) Cedric Gaines
Duty Stations: PCU GERALD R. FORD CVN78
Comments: Good afternoon most Honorable Master Chiefs, more Honorable Senior Chiefs, and Honorable Chiefs. I would like to take this time to thank all of my mentors past and present especially HMCM Davisson, HMCM Ferraro, HMCM Soliem, PCC Lampkin, HMCS Tate, and HMC Williams.
Date: 06:19pm
From: MMC(SEL) Ronald Pecoraro
Duty Stations: USS Kittyhawk, USS Theodore Roosevelt, NIOC Maryland, Task Group Trident, NSWG2 LOGGSU2.
Comments: I could not have achieved this without my Sailors. I have been blessed to have worked with some of the finest engineers in the Navy. Thank you. Also, my Chain of Commands, thank you for your absolute trust and always knowing you have my back. This new endeavor will be a challenge and I look forward to it.
Date: 06:08pm
From: YNC(Sel) Deonna N. Ponder
Duty Stations: ATG Norfolk, VA, VF-213 Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA, AIMD Norfolk, VA, HQ SACT Norfolk, VA, SEAL Team TEN Norfolk, VA, RLSO Norfolk, VA and USS TRUXTUN (DDG 103)
Comments: CONGRATS TO ALL SELECTEES!! This is a major career acomplishment! Many blessings to you and your families! See you in the Fleet Fam! YNC(Sel) out!
Date: 06:00pm
From: OSC (SEL) Jackson J. Francois
Duty Stations: USS TRUXTUN DDG 103
Comments: Congratulations to all who were selected. Remember this is what we asked for. Lol…
Date: 05:59pm
From: ADC(Sel) Christopher L. Eastman
Duty Stations: HS-15, NRD Jacksonville, HSM-70
Comments: Congratulations to everyone who was selected. I am so excited to have this opportunity and look forward to the learning to come. I would like to say thank you to all the past and present Chiefs that have guided and mentored me throughout my career.
Date: 05:51pm
From: ITC(SEL) (SW/AW) Shawn P. Brody
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE; NCSA Sector Norfolk; USS MESA VERDE; CCSG-8; COMOPTEVFOR; USS TRUXTUN (Current)
Comments: Congratulations to all my brothers and sisters FY 2015 CPO Selectees, I look forward to having the privilege of working alongside each of you. First I would like to thank my beautiful and loving wife and also my two beautiful daughters for their selfless support. To the Leaders and Chief Petty Officers who have mentored, trained and guided me to reach this milestone in my career, I thank you for your wisdom and guidance that you have given me along the way. To all the hard working and dedicated Sailors who have worked with me, I would not be where I am today without you. Thank you All so very much!
Date: 05:49pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Corey Glen Crow
Duty Stations: VX-30, HSC-23, HSC-3, HS-2
Comments: I am extremely humbled and honored to have been selected. I am not ignorant to the fact that this new journey I am to undertake would not be possible without the hard work and diligence of my sailors and a Master Chief's faith in my ability to lead them. To that, I would like to thank AVCM Roger Jones. Without his support and voice, I would not have been afforded the opportunities that led to my selection. I would also like to thank AZCS Jennifer Delosreyes. She demonstrated what it truly means to "take care of your people". There are so many great chiefs that played a part in where I am, and who I am. To them, I can never say thank you enough, but that will not stop me from trying. Thank you all!
Date: 05:30pm
From: SHC(SW/AW) (SEL) Ricky Mccaig
Duty Stations: Naval Recruiting District Seattle, WA
Comments: A Special thanks to my First Chief Petty Officer SHC(SW) Lucy Dennie (RET), who raised me from SHSR and gave me the leadership and training that got me here today.
Date: 05:29pm
From: ENC (sel) Berton Breyette
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard, USS Curtis Wilbur, SWRMC, USS Tortuga, USS Avenger, USS Pioneer
Comments: I'd like to thank everyone that helped me get here.
Date: 05:00pm
From: STGC (SEL) Eric Hodge
Duty Stations: NOPF DAM NECK
Comments: Congratulations to all FY15 CPO Selectees!
Date: 04:26pm
From: CTTC(SEL) Eric R Marcotte
Duty Stations: CVN-72, NIOC GA, NIOC MD, NIOC MHS
Comments: Congratulations to all of this year's selectees. I would like to personally thank (in no particular order) CTRC Michael Hernandez, CTRC(ret) Andy Fowler, CWO2 Shane McDaniel, CTTC Brian Partridge, NCCS Ronnie Brown, CTTC(ret) Jeffrey Taylor, CWO3 David Kivi, CTRCS Rodney Taylor, CTRCS Michael Vincent, LTjg David Harris, CTTC Kendall Harris, CTTCM William Hess and many more and even a few that I shouldn't mention but they know who they are. Each of these fine professionals have molded me into the leader that I am today. And a special thank you to my wife, Kerinea, who has been with me through thick and thin over these past 15 years.
Date: 04:19pm
From: DCC ( Sel ) Mark Hughner
Duty Stations: ACB-1, USS Preble (DDG-88), NRD Michigan, USS Philippine Sea (CG-58)
Comments: Congrats to all FY15 CPO Selectee’s!! Its an Honor to start the process and a special thanks to DCC Davis, DCCS Rafter, DCC Foltz, HTC Armijo, HTC Prowse, HTC Smith, NCC Vansickle, BMC Mundt, NCCM Stone, GSCS Hubbard, GSCS Mann, and all others I have served with that I may have missed.
Date: 03:53pm
From: MNC (SW) (SEL) Jeremy J McIntosh
Duty Stations: USS SENTRY
Comments: Congratulations to all FY 2015 CPO Selectees, I look forward to having the privilege of working alongside each of you. To the Leaders and Chief Petty Officers who have mentored, trained and guided me to reach this milestone in my career, I cannot thank you enough. To all the hard working and dedicated Sailors who have worked with me, I would not be here without you. Thank you All!
Date: 03:53pm
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Steve Schulwolf
Duty Stations: USS Dextrous(MCM13), MCM Crew Reaper, MCM Crew Constant, USS Halyburton(FFG 40), USS Yorktown(CG48), NRD Phoenix, NAVSTA Pearl Harbor, HI
Comments: I would like to thank my first Chief in the Navy, QMC(Ret) Michael Zeigler, QMCS Schweizer, QMCS(Ret) Morgan, LT Morin, Capt Burn, MNCS Dorbandt, CMDCM Carter, ITCS Wall, NCC Briseno for helping me get to where i am now!!
Date: 03:51pm
From: ENC(SW/SS)(SEL) Donald M Worden
Duty Stations: NRD San Francisco
Comments: I'm Honored.
Date: 03:47pm
From: ITC(IDW/AW)(SEL) LANDIN COMINS
Duty Stations: USS BLUE RIDGELCC19, USS DECATUR(DDG73)HSL-43,HM-15,NCTSSD,MCM CREW FEARLESS,USS DEXTROUS(MCM13),
Comments: Thank you Chief Abel Gonzales. You pointed me in the right direction and got the ball rolling that never stopped. THANK-YOU!
Date: 03:41pm
From: EMC(SS)(SEL) David O Bultman
Duty Stations: USS HAWAII
Comments: I would like to first thank my loving wife and children for their support. Thank you to the Chiefs, both present and past that I have served with, for their wisdom, advice, and encouragement. Thank you to my shipmates, both past and present, for the support and experience you have provided to me.
Date: 03:25pm
From: ATC(SEL)(AW/SW) Brian Draper
Duty Stations: CNATTU Keesler, CVN71, MARCC, LHA4, CVN73
Comments: Thank you to all those who help me throughout my career both junior and senior Enlsited and Officers. You got me to where I am today. Without all of you there would be no ATC(SEL) Draper. I want to thank my Wife and children for their support, patience, love and understanding over the years. Congrats to all the FY2015 CPO SELECTED!
Date: 03:14pm
From: ITC(IDW/SW)(SEL) Courtney Cain
Duty Stations: CID Unit Corry Station, NCTS Naples, USS Germantown (LSD-42), USS Comstock (LSD-45), USS Hopper (DDG-70)
Comments: I am humbled and honored to join the ranks of the finest leaders in the world's greatest Navy. The hard work, sacrifice, blood, sweat and tears have finally been validated. I am excited to embark on this journey. I could not have made it without the most amazing mentors and Sailors challenging and pushing me along the way to get me to this point today. LT Adrian Young CEC(SCW/IDW) Wilbert Davis ITC (IDW/SW/AW) Ray Robertson ITC(SW/AW/EXW) Elliott Eirkisson CWO4 Isai Palacios (formerly ITCS Palacios) EMC (SW) Elroy Serrano ENCS(SW) Antonio Thornton, Sr (ret) Good luck to all of the selectees! September 16, 2014 will be the best day in our naval careers!!
Date: 03:13pm
From: MNC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Andrew Fillebrown
Duty Stations: USS Pioneer, Coastal Riverine Group 2, USS Guardian, MOMAU 1
Comments: Thanks to everyone who trained and taught me, I will never forget this day!
Date: 02:30pm
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Duriel Crittenden
Duty Stations: Field Medical Training Battalion-East
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chief Petty Officers that took the time to mentor and mold me into the person that I am today. Also I would like to thank my junior Sailors for allowing me to be a significant part of their personal and professional career. HMCS Kuedituka HMCS Lark HMC Jason P Hall RPC Ponder HM1 Shaw HM1 O. Walker HM2 Elledge HM2 Mouton HM3 Coughlin
Date: 02:30pm
From: HMC(FMF) (SEL) Charles E Steen
Duty Stations: Field Medical Training Battalion East
Comments: Very excited, and humbled to reach this milestone. I would like to thank the following: All of my junior Sailors, without them, this wouldn't be possible. Also all of my peers. Also to the following CMDCM HILL HMCM RIOS HMCM ROBERTS CMSCS JACKSON HMCS VAZQUEZ HMCS K HMC BANKUS HMC DIEFENBACH HMC WHITE HMC MINAYA Too many to continue to list. If I left out your name, you are not forgotten, and thank you.
Date: 02:26pm
From: HMC (FMF)(Sel) Samantha Bush
Duty Stations: FMTB-E
Comments: Thanks to everyone who has helped to this point.
Date: 02:26pm
From: QMC (SW/AW) (sel) Jessica Pulido
Duty Stations: USNA ANNAPOLIS; USS SAN JACINTO CG-56; NAB, LITTLE CREEK; USS HARRY S. TRUMAN
Comments: I am extremely honored to have been selected for CPO! I give thanks to God, my family, and shipmates throughout my commands that supported me, guided me and prayed for me to always do and be the best I can be. I feel very privileged! V/R QMC (SW/AW) (sel) Jessica Pulido
Date: 02:23pm
From: HMC (FMF/SW) (SEL) Glenn Farris
Duty Stations: NMCB-133, Naval Hospital GTMO, NEMPU 2, USS SAIPAN LHA-2
Comments: Congratulations to all the FY15 Selectees. Thank you to all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs that helped mentor me.
Date: 02:19pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Adam Bunker-Worley
Duty Stations: USS MIAMI (SSN 755)
Comments: Congrats to all FY-15 CPO selects. I would like to thank all the chiefs that I have been privlaged to know and learn from.
Date: 02:12pm
From: ETC (EXW/IDW/SW/PJ) (SEL) Daniel Ryan Silvey
Duty Stations: NSWDG
Comments: Congrats to all my brother and sister selectees! Finally! Been chomping at the bit for 17 years in the Navy and now results are showing. I couldn't have gotten this far without the love and support from my wife Rossella and my three son's Dominick, Christian, and Ryan. Thank you so much for being my rock at home. Would like to also thank my family and of course last but not least all the great leaders who guided me along the way. To name a few, ET1 Goodyear, ET1 Dukeshire, ETC Padilla, ETC Smith, CTTC Pritchard, ETC Maringo, and ETC Reed.
Date: 02:09pm
From: YNC(SW/AW) (SEL) Adam Cavazos
Duty Stations: SSO San Diego, USS PELELIU (LHA 5), NRD San Diego, USS MOBILE BAY (CG 53), IDC REG SW
Comments: I would like to thank some of those who got me to this point in my career: YNC Binder, YNC Humphery (ret), ISC Armbruster, ISCM Hanon, ISCM Fenner, PSC Gonzales, YNC Barbee, CMDCM Belmares, ITCM Simmons, CTRC Taylor, YNC McKaye, GMC Felicano, AOC Gaton, EMCS Oxendine, and CEC Cayetano .
Date: 01:49pm
From: OSC(SEL)(SW/AW) Jason Debarbo
Duty Stations: USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), JIATF-S Key West, USS Chafee (DDG 90), USS Essex (LHD 2), USS Belleau-Wood (LHA 3)
Comments: Aside from the strong support of my family, I would like to extend special thanks to the Chief's Mess onboard USS George H.W. Bush continuing the level of excellence of mentoring FCPOs to be the next Chiefs. Also to my peer/coworkers/friends in my journey, without your dedication, pride and professionalism, I would not be here without you.
Date: 01:48pm
From: CSC(SEL) (SW/AW) James Hangan Jr.
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton
Comments: I am truly honor to have the opportunity of transitioning into a Chief Petty Officer of the United States Navy. After serving in the Navy for the past 16 years I thought that I had accomplish quite a deal of work and learned many things. Shortly after being notified of my selection all of that began to be tested. I look forward to the knowledge and development that will take place within the next six weeks and would like to say thank you to all those who have supported me in the past, present, and future. Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!
Date: 01:21pm
From: OSC(SEL) Allen L Wray
Duty Stations: USS JOHN HANCOCK, USS HALYBURTON, JIATF SOUTH, USS DOYLE, USS SIMPSON, USS GETTYSBURG
Comments: Thank you to every shipmate i have sreved with to get me to this point.
Date: 12:57pm
From: ATC(SEL) (AW) Bronson Coats
Duty Stations: VFA-131, CSFWPMUEC, VFA-81, CNATTU OCEANA, VFA-81
Comments: First off and foremost, I would like to thank everyone who I have worked with past and present for helping to make me who I am today. CPO 365 phase II is proving to be a humbling , yet educational experience. I look forward to learning everything that I possibly can from each person in the CPO mess over the next 6 weeks and the rest of my career.
Date: 12:45pm
From: EMC (SEL) (SS) Charles Ian Delp
Duty Stations: USS Pittsburgh SSN 720, NNPTC
Comments: I am honored to be selected for advancement to CPO my first time up. It took me a while longer to get here than I originally planned. I couldn't be any more happy and proud to be joining The Mess
Date: 12:43pm
From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Matthew Hill
Duty Stations: VFA-81 current, VFA-106,VF/VFA-143, VF-101
Comments: First I would like to congratulate all the selectees and their families. This is a great moment in our lives so take advantage. I would also like to thank every maintainer that has worked for me both good ones and not so good ones. Each and every one has taught me something new. I would also like to thank a couple Chiefs that made a huge impact on my life. CMDCM Meduse for reminding me to stay calm and use my head, ATCS Condict for having my back as a 3rd class, ADC Lynch for always being there for me no matter what, and all the other CPO's that are showing me the way. WHO SAID.....
Date: 12:39pm
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) Melissa Metz
Duty Stations: CPPD, Dam Neck
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has supported me throughout the years. My very first Chief, DTC Wood (ret.) and LPO, HMCS Brian Hock made a huge impact in my life. I will always be forever grateful! I would also like to show my appreciation to all of the junior personnel who have worked with me. I would not be here today if it weren’t for them. They taught me so much about the job, life, and most of all patience! I am excited about what the future holds.
Date: 12:20pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jonathan R Roberts
Duty Stations: VAW-120,VAW-112,VAW-123,VAW-124, CNATTU Norfolk
Comments: I am honored. Thank you to all.
Date: 12:17pm
From: HMC(SW/AW/FMF)(sel) Christopher Rockwood
Duty Stations: NBHC Portsmouth NH
Comments: I would just like to thank all of my mentors who have pushed me over the years. Some of them saw things in myself that I did not see. v/r
Date: 11:47am
From: HMC (Sel) SW/AW Ashlea Gregoire
Duty Stations: Surface Warfare Medical Institute, NMCSD, USS NIMITZ (CVN 68)
Comments: Thank you so much to all of my incredible junior Sailors, who have worked so hard they make my job so easy. Thank you to the amazing leadership I have had, that have guided me, supported me, led me and befriened me. Lastly, the love and support of my family is the glue that holds me together. I am so humbled by my selection. Navy Chief, Navy Pride.
Date: 11:12am
From: GSEC(SEL) (SW) Michael Jose Smith
Duty Stations: USS Fitzgerald DDG-62, Assault Craft Unit FOUR, USS Samuel B. Roberts FFG-58
Comments: I would like to thank all of my junior sailors because if it was not for them I would not have made it to where I am today. Also, I would like to thank my supportive and loving wife and kids that sacrifice so much everyday for this lifestyle. Lastly, I would like to thank EMC Turner and GSCS Finazzo; two of my best friends and mentors that got me to where I am today as well.
Date: 11:09am
From: ASC(SEL)(AW/SW) Roberto Alhambra Manuyag, Jr.
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, Florida
Comments: I am truly proud and excited to become part of the elite group of personnel in the Navy, the Chief Petty Officers! I feel that all the hardwork and sacrifice I have put in throughout the years has finally bear fruit. It is no secret that none of us will be at the top of success without the help of the people around us. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to all that helped me in any way to get me where I am now. First of all to my Wife and Daughters who also had a fair share of the sacrifice on those times I was away from home. My Mentor ASC(AW/SW) Murray Washington, who has been an inspiration to me and a good friend since I was an E-1. My first group of friends in the Navy, "Freakuency", (you know who you guys are), all my previous and current co-workers. Thank God also for giving me the strength, wisdom and courage to do the right thing throughout my career. I look forward in learning from the best of the best in the Navy!
Date: 10:49am
From: ADC(SEL)(AW) James Lawrence Cunningham
Duty Stations: NATTC Pensacola, FL
Comments: Thank you to all whom I have had the pleasure to work with that has given me the guidance and support in which led to my selection, especially my wife. I am looking forward to learning everything and then some.
Date: 10:49am
From: MNC (SW) (sel) Devin M. Smith
Duty Stations: USS Pioneer (MCM9), USS Avenger (MCM1), NMC Unit Charleston, MCM Crew Dominant
Comments: Thanks to all the junior and senior sailors that have helped me get here. MNCS Hugh Griffis MNC Daniel Gwilt MNC David Wall MN1 Brian Lampman MN2 Steven Lopez MNC James Grant MNCS Mike Szostkiewicz MNC Elvin Basinger MNC Justin Brewer MNC James Longtin MNC Jason Ortner MNCS Chris Elsbury Thank you for your awesome mentorship along the way. I am proud to have the opportunity to join your ranks.
Date: 10:37am
From: EMC(SS)(SEL) Kevin Schwalbach
Duty Stations: USS Tucson (SSN 770), Pearl Harbor PMT, USS Minneapolis - St. Paul (SSN 708)
Comments: Glad to be part of such an exquisite Brotherhood
Date: 10:36am
From: MNC(SEL)(SW) Jarrod Simpson
Duty Stations: NMC COMOMAG
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs that helped me get this far and to all that supported me. I will do my best to be a great Chief with pride and to continue the traditions.
Date: 10:28am
From: HMC(EXW/FMF)(sel) Pamela Arceneaux
Duty Stations: Center for Security Forces Learning Site Little Creek
Comments: I am still amazed, in awe, in shock and humbled on being selected to become a Chief Petty Officer in the Greatest Navy ever to exist. I have had guidance from my many Chiefs over the years and I have had support from many of my junior Sailors, without whom I would never have gotten this selection. I would like to thank my husband, HMC Jason Arceneaux for believing when I doubted. Thank you to HMCM(ret)Raymond Beckley for being the Chief who started me on my path to leadership, you set the standard of who and what a Chief is supposed to be. Thank you to HMC(ret)Jose Nicola for trusting me to do your job. Thank you to HMCM Derek Petrin for seeing things differently and teaching me to see things differently. There are many others who deserve my gratitude and appreciation for guiding me along the way. Thank you.
Date: 10:22am
From: AMC(SEL) (AW) Christopher Thomas Connolly
Duty Stations: VFA-106, HC-4, NSA NAPLES, NFDS, NATTC PENSACOLA
Comments: I am honored and humble to make it to this point in my naval carrier. I would like to thank my wife for all the support over the years. I would not be a select if I didn’t have such a wonderful wife. I would also like to thank CWO4(RET) Massey for supporting me over the years and keeping me motivated. Thank you Warrant! Also to all my past and current Chief’s that have and continued to mentor and trained me.
Date: 10:15am
From: LSC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Dan Jarboe
Duty Stations: USS Detroit (AOE-4), USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19), Aviation Support Detachment Norfolk, Riverine Squadron One, Coastal Riverine Group TWO (Current)
Comments: It has been an amazing ride thus far in my Naval career. I have overcome some obstacles and endured some tough times. When the Commodore told me I had been selected I believe I went into a state of shock. It was a completely overwhelming feeling that I still feel at this point. I love what I do for a living and I am extremely proud of this accomplishment. I am very eager to enter the Mess and continue the proud tradition of being a Chief Petty Officer. HOOYAH!!! First and foremost I would not be here without having the best junior personnel in the Navy. Day in and day out they show me their pride and professionalism and provide the utmost respect. Thus, they have earned my utmost respect. I would just like to name a few names that have truly helped mold me into the person and Sailor I am today. LSCS Randy Caras ENS. Cesar Boulangger (Former CPO) CWO3 Marvin Watson (Ret.) Finally, my current Chiefs who have allowed me to flourish and grow as a Leader and gave me the freedom to run my Department and Division as I see fit. LSC Justin Butler LSC Tamika Tillman
Date: 10:09am
From: ISC (SEL) ( SW) Chakatia Curry
Duty Stations: SOCCENT CEG
Comments: First I would like to thank the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, And Master Chiefs that have helped and continue to help me through my career. I also must thank the junior personnel who have helped me develop my leadership style. After 16 years I was finally selected and I couldn't be prouder.
Date: 09:09am
From: QMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Kathleen Case
Duty Stations: Center for Personal and Professional Development Learning Site Dam Neck
Comments: I would like to thank my best friend and mentor ENC(ret) Lyndra McClain for her continued faith (in me) and guidance. Others who I'd like to thank for helping me are MMCM Shelley Fisher, BMC(ret) Roy Dixon, AOC Myron Prescott, QMC Shay Bowling and ABHC Mike Michaud.
Date: 08:57am
From: NCC(SW/AW) SEL Latisha R. Hobbs
Duty Stations: CPPD HQ DAM NECK
Comments: Respectfully request permission to enter the CPO Quarters.
Date: 08:14am
From: PSC (SEL) JOYCE vIRAY LOPEZ
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG 62
Comments: Good morning Honorable Chief(s), allow me to introduce myself. I am Chief Select Lopez. I have been selected to join the August 2014 ranks of Chief Petty Officers and it is my pleasure to make your acquaintance.
Date: 07:47am
From: MAC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Matthew C. Haylow
Duty Stations: MSS7, Guam; NASJRB Fort Worth, TX; NSA Bahrain; USS Fitzgerald, Yokosuka, Japan
Comments: MAC Evanchak(RET), MACS Rohrer(RET), MAC Baker(RET), MACM Haas, CMDCM Davis and the entire USS Fitzgerald Chief's Mess... thank you all for the leadership examples you gave. To every Sailor that has ever worked for or with me I give bigger thanks for putting me where I am today. Without you all I would not be here. I will strive to make the most of the opportunity you have given me.
Date: 07:42am
From: MMC(SW) (SEL) Sherwin Flores Mansilla
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG-62
Comments: I would like to thank all past and present mentors that helped me get to this point in my career. First and foremost, CW04 Dennis Guiriba, CW03 Romano Ochoa, MMCM Silvino Ruelos, MMCM Tim Scott, MMCM Christopher Michalek, MMCM Kenneth Jones, CSCS Abner Cordova, MMCS Gustavo Ramirez, LSCS Darwin Alfafara, ABFC Kemp Dreher, MMC Norman Lacap, CSC Brian Lupisan and BMC John Rostkowski.
Date: 07:40am
From: STGC(SW)(SEL) Benjamin A. Lebron
Duty Stations: US Army Visiual Information Center, 55th Signal Company (Combat Camera), USS VINCENNES (CG-49), USS LASSEN (DDG-82), NOPF Whidbey Island, USS FITZGERALD (DDG-62)
Comments: I want to say thank you to LTJG Will Kamm , LT Brad Cerasuolo , STG2 Matthew Wellington , STG2 Paul Villamarin rin, STG2 Matthew Ryan From, Brandon Schleigh , Laine Mills , STG2 Cameron Walworth , STG2 Rodd SoCasuoir Brisson , STG2 Charles S. Johnson , STG2 Andy Foschi , STG1 Brandon Pope , STG1 Juan Marquez , STG1 Adam Tarter , STG1 Duc Nguyen , STG2 Kristy Unangst, STG3 Gabe Sanchez, STG2 Andre Lovan , STG2 Christopher L. Rodgers, and STGCM Thomas J. Leistikow, For giving me the opportunity to be a part of the greatest CA division to ever sail the seven seas. Thank you to the Officers, Chiefs and Crew of the USS FITZGERALD, with whom it has been my honor to serve these past three years. I would also like to thank STGCS Derek Mattews, my first chief in the Navy, who inspired me to turn this job into a career, and Master Chief Walter A Ritchie who taught me something about selflessness and service.
Date: 07:09am
From: CTTC(SEL) Roderic Phillips
Duty Stations: USS Robert G. Bradley FFG-49, USS KLakring FFG-42, NAVIOCOM GA, RTC Great Lakes
Comments: It is an honor to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank everyone who helped me along the way. I will do my best to make you all proud.
Date: 07:04am
From: AWVC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Anthony Root
Duty Stations: RTC GREAT LAKES, VQ-1 NAS WHIDBEY ISLAND, VPU-1 BRUNSWICK ME
Comments: It's an honor to be selected to join such an elite group, I absolutely belive the Chiefs mess is the strongest institution in the world. I would not have been selected if I didn't have the unflinching support of all my family and friends, and the consistant mentorship and strength of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs of the Old Buzzards and World Watchers. Thank you AWVCS Medina AVCM Brown ATCS Robertson AWVC Lee AMC Parker AEC Kassik AWVC Benedetto AWVCS(Ret) Mottern AWVC Adams AWVC South CWO2 Rose AWFC Lee AWFCS Saddler AWVC Smith ATC Kroeber AWVC Nelson CTTC Hoth AWVC Martin AMCS Snider MMCS Hairston
Date: 06:08am
From: MMC(SS)(Sel) Steven Andrews
Duty Stations: USS Minnesota SSN 783, NPTU CHASN, USS Toledo SSN 769
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs whom have mentored me through out my career, especially: ETCM(SS) Kevin Whitt (retired) MMCS(SW) Stephen Hooks (retired) MMCS(SS) Brandon Clay MMCS(SS) Randall Morris MMC(SS) Fronek MMCM(SS) Svedarsky (Retired) MMCS(SW/AW) Krause EMCS(SS) Andrew Rockman MMCM(SW/AW) Stouder and many more. Thank you.
Date: 05:59am
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Joseph F. McCamey
Duty Stations: USS GEORGIA GOLD, TTF Kings Bay, USS PASADENA, USS LOUISVILLE, USS KEYWEST, USS TOPEKA
Comments: I would like to thank my family for all their support first and foremost . next over the past 16 years i have serve with so many chiefs and first classes and below that have provided so much to help shape me to get me where I am now. The most notable FTC Simmons FTC Gilbert FTCS Belcher ITSCS Curtin Thank you for your support
Date: 05:19am
From: ITC(SW/AW)(SEL) Nicholas J. Schouest
Duty Stations: USS NASSAU (LHA-4), COMSUBPAC, USS VELLA GULF (CG-72), CENTER FOR SURFACE COMBAT SYSTEMS DETACHMENT NORFOLK
Comments: Good day all. I first of all would like to say that I am very honored and humbled to be selected for Chief Petty Officer. I would also like to thank all my guys, past and present, who without you I would have never reached this point. An special thanks to all my former and present Chiefs who believed in me and pushed me to success.
Date: 05:12am
From: OSC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Dwayne Brown
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Group Two, Riverine Squadron Two (DECOM), USS Gonzalez(DDG-66)
Comments: What can I say? I am excited to have been selected to join the ranks of the chief petty officers of the United States. It has been slow since leaving my first command I guess you could say that I plateaued. But I knew that the command had given me the tools to be the best Operations specialist I could be. I remember my first three months on board like it was yesterday, a little too much to talk about here but those three months instilled in me a work ethic and character that stuck with me 11 years later. They constantly feed information, and these lessons in CIC were pivotal to my success. I would like to thank my LPO from 11 years ago who I still speak to on a regular basis OSCS Smith. My friends OCS Robinson Formally OS1 Bentley RIP: OS2 Wilson Also, there are so many people I have taken lessons from or pages out of their books but I will mention one person specifically. I always heard about OS’s going home early first off the boat, But under your leadership I never saw that. We often found ourselves doing other divisions work and assisting everyone while we didn’t receive the same help we when we needed it. I know we butted heads while stationed together but when I look back on that time and speaking with some of the other chiefs that worked with you one quote specifically “Its seemed that no one but OS’s could get EP’s.” I see know all of the things you made us do gave you the ammunition to fight for us during ranking. OSCS (RET) Celebre. Others. Captain Fort OS1 Mcmillian BMCS Price SBCS Thornton ETC Bixler ITC Thornhill ITC Kelly BMC Russo ETC Rhoads Thank you.
Date: 05:02am
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) RICHARD FITZHUGH
Duty Stations: HC-85, AIMD NORTH ISLAND, HS-10, HC-11, HSC-21, HSC-23, HSL-43
Comments: I first must thank all the outstanding sailors who have worked for me and with me throughout the years. I would'nt be where i am today without all those fine sailors. I have to thank all the many chief's that mentored me as well. There are way too many Chief's to list who played a roll in my career. This will be a humbling experience to say the least and i feel very honored to be selected.
Date: 04:49am
From: GSEC (SW) (SEL) Xue Chang
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD DDG-62, ACU-5, USS MCCLUSKY FFG-41
Comments: It is such an honor to be Selected to join the GREATEST brotherhood in history! Thank you to all everyone who have supported me and guided me throughout the years to get me to where I'm at. Special thanks to my wife who has stood faithly by my side since day one. I have MUCH to learn and can not wait until I am a full part of "THE MESS". Thank you for the Selection and I EAGERLY await further instructions!
Date: 03:39am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) John Tony Broughton
Duty Stations: USS CARNEY (DDG-64), NCTS JAX, USS HALYBURTON (FFG-40)
Comments: I would definitely thank all of the Sailors I worked for, which are my junior Sailors. Taking care of them certainly paid off, even before the results came out. I would also like to thank all the chiefs and officers that helped me understand what it meant to be leader...... GMCS Griffin CMC Friedlander FCC Reynolds LCDR Alvarado ETC Heckelsberg CWO4 Moss CWO4 Robertson And last and most importantly FCC Broughton, my actual brother who guided and motivated me to this spot.
Date: 02:59am
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Adam Joseph Hoffer
Duty Stations: USS Stethem (DDG-63), USS Forrest Sherman (DDG-98), EWTGLANT, LCS SUW Det 4
Comments: There are so many to thank both who led me, and those that I led. Two that led me easily stand out. FCCS Nathan Rose and FCC Joshua Preston. I am extreamly excited that in six short weeks I will be able to call them TRUE BROTHERS, as well as all those great CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's throughout the Navy past, presant, and future.
Date: 02:56am
From: FCC(SEL) Sean M Mizner
Duty Stations: USS BENFOLD (DDG-65)
Comments: I am truly honored to be here today. UNITY SERVICE NAVIGATION!
Date: 02:47am
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) ISAIAH JONES
Duty Stations: USS ANTIETAM CG54, NRD SAN DIEGO, NRD PHILADELPHIA
Comments: This is truly a great honor to have been selected! words can't express how i feel and it would not be possible with out my Wife,family and friends thank you for all the support and for my NAVY family thank you. I would like to thank NCCM Chad Anders, NCCS Kimberly Cruz, CTRCS Jeremy Mabe, STGCS Tapia, FCCM Edwards, NCC La-el Carter, NCC Shawn White, NCC Frederick Tuiel, BMC Maurice Wiley, NCC Greg Hansen(retired), NCC Ron Layvas and the list goes on i can not thank everyone enough THANK YOU!
Date: 02:41am
From: PRC(AW/SW)(SEL) Matthew L. Olsen
Duty Stations: HSL-41/ USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74)/ FRCSE Jacksonville/ HSC-25
Comments: I would like to take the opportunity to thank all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that I have had the honor of serving with, for they have all played a significant role in molding me to become the Sailor I am today. I would also like to thank all of the young Sailors that have worked for me, because without you I would never have been able to achieve the level of CPO Selectee.
Date: 02:16am
From: BMC (EXW/SW) (SEL) EVERET LYONS
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District Philadelphia
Comments: Grateful and above all. Blessed to have mentors like YNC Johnson, LSC Kidd, and two of the most life changing CMC's from this and my last command. Who i owe a debt of greatness. Learning and keeping all the gems of knowledge that you have and still give to me. Thank you.....
Date: 02:16am
From: HMC (SW/FMF) (sel) Larry Pon Jr
Duty Stations: USS PORT ROYAL (CG 73)
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and children for the support and love they have given me. I would also like to thank all my junior shipmates and mentors who helped me be the person I am today! I am only here because of your time and effort that you gave me. I will not let any of you down! Once again I am so thankful! V/r, HMC (SW/FMF)(sel) Larry Pon Jr.
Date: 01:58am
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) NA TOYA BLOUNT
Duty Stations: NRD PHILADELPHIA
Comments: I am very thankful for the many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs and Junior Sailors who have supported me through out my Navy Career. Thank you.
Date: 01:53am
From: DCC(AW/SW)(SEL) Johnathan Zavatsky
Duty Stations: USS Cape St. George CG-71
Comments: Thanks to all the people who have supported me, especially my wife Adriana and all my previous leadership who helped me get to this point.
Date: 01:45am
From: ABEC(AW/SW)(SEL) Sylvester E Lloyd Jr
Duty Stations: NRD Philadelphia, USS Dwight D Eisenhower, USS George Washington, NAWCAD Lakehurst, NJ, USS Ronald Reagan, USS Harry S Truman
Comments: I am truly humble and deeply honored to be fortunate to make it to this point. With the leadership and guidance I received I would only hope to take it to the next level. I want to thank all the Senior Leadership and Junior Sailors for helping me achieve this goal.
Date: 01:39am
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Mario S. Gonzales
Duty Stations: First Marine Division
Comments: I would like to thank all of those who helped me along during my Naval career. From the Chief's, Senior Chief's and Master Chief's who set the example and made me want to one day wear khaki's. To my peers that stood beside me and helped me along the way. Finally, most importantly my junior troops. I thank them deep heartedly. I was only selected because of the hard work and dedication that they brought day in and day out. They are truly the backbone of the Armed Services. I have learned a lot from everyone and will continue to do so. I am truly Blessed! Thank you to my wife HMC(FMF/SW/AW) Iris Gonzales you are my rock. Thank you I love you very much!
Date: 01:31am
From: AMC(sel) Bobby Q Clemena
Duty Stations: VFA-125, NAWMU-1, FRCNW, VAQ-134, NRD Seattle
Comments: I want to thank my wife and two sons for helping me on this journey to achieve what I've strived for my entire career. If not for them, I'd have given up and left the Navy a long time ago. My wife and two sons are my three reasons I am successful everyday! I'd also like to thank all the senior AND junior Sailors that helped me get to where I am today. I'd most especially like to thank those leaders that believed in me enough and afforded me the opportunities to follow, learn, lead, fail, and succeed. For without my family, my Sailors, and my leaders...I wouldn't be able to call myself Chief select. I'm ready and humbled for the opportunity to learn from the greatest Navy Chief Petty Officers!
Date: 01:20am
From: NCC(SS)(SEL) Scott Vetter
Duty Stations: USS Springfield (SSN761), NRD Philadelphia
Comments: I want to first off say it is truly an honor to be here among everyone else that has been selected and just to be chosen as a Chief Select myself. I want to also thank everyone that has assisted me to getting where I am at know. If it wasn't for you I don't know where I would be. Thank you so much for putting up with me and providing me with that much needed guidance. Capt. Pete Miller (Retired) CMDCM Tracy Hunt NCCM Frank Caronia NCCS Miles Gray NCC Brian Briggs NCC Jennifer Hawthorne NCC Matthew Barthel Again it is just an honor to be here and Hooyah Shipmates!
Date: 01:17am
From: LSC(Sel) Jeffrey Stockard
Duty Stations: CHINFO, NAVELSG FWD, NOSC WICHITA
Comments: I am honored and humbled to be selected. I could not have ever made it here if it had not been for the support of all those who believed in me. My thanks go to all that I have served with to include all of the Chiefs who challenged me to make it to where I am at today. A special thanks goes out to the late YNC Dana Groves (my uncle) for being such a great role model, to MCCS Dean Lohmeyer for all the mentoring and to ASC Bob Lovings who is my sponsor.
Date: 01:12am
From: AZC(AW/IDW)(SEL) Paul M. Spears
Duty Stations: SPAWARSYSCEN Pacific, VAQ 136, STRATCOMMWING ONE, HSL 49, COMUSNAVCENT, HSL 41
Comments: This morning was the most emotional day of my 16 year career. I am on the road right now installing software in Point Mugu, CA. My LCPO told me I needed to go outside where I have cell signal. A few minutes later the CO and CMC of SPAWAR Pacific called to congratulate me for being selected to Chief Petty Officer. I thought I was ready to hear that, but when I did, my knees and legs stopped working and I had to sit down right in the parking lot. In the following weeks, I hope to learn all I can from the Chief's Mess as well as my fellow selectees. I am sure the lessons will be hard. I am sure we will not succeed at all tasks. But I am also sure that we will succeed in the end. I would like to thank the following people for their guidance, mentorship, and friendship throughout my career: AFCM(AW/SW) Jessie Paje AZCM(AW/SW/IDW) Randel Jacobsen AFCM(RET) Jeff Adams CMDCM(SW/AW/IDW) Mark Tomlinson AFCM(AW/SW) Frankie Sanchez ATCS(RET) Seth Cummings AZCS(AW/SW) Adolfo Ramirez AZC(RET) Vance Cunningham AZC(AW) Tommie Jenkins AZC(AW/SW) Arnoldo Martinez AZC(AW/SW) Melody Rothwell AZC(AW/SW) James Moffett AZC(AW/SW) Ken Garner CWO3 Shannon Walker LTJG Toby Spanos The list could go on for another 100 people who may not remember me but I sure remember them. I hope I make you all proud! Most respectfully, AZC(AW/IDW)(SEL) Paul M. Spears
Date: 12:16am
From: NDC (DSW/EXW/SW/FPJ) (SEL) Jeffery Nolan Nodine
Duty Stations: NSWDG
Comments: What an honor to be selected to such an elite group. Thank you to all the junior and senior brothers and sisters that have taught me the do' s and dont's along my journey. Without you I wouldn't be near the man I am today. HooYah Deep Sea!!!
Date: 12:16am
From: HMC(SEL)(SS/FMF) Michael Phillips
Duty Stations: USS PROVIDENCE(SSN 719)/NSSC MEDICAL SUBASE NLON
Comments: This morning I received word on my selection for Chief Petty Officer by the CMC. I am honored to have served along side of so many great people who have helped me along the way. I could make a huge list but that is not necessary. We all have inspiration to become better leaders and I have had several of those past and present. This day has brought extreme pride and I feel charged. Hooyah Goats!
Date: 12:01am
From: CTRC(EXW/IDW) (SEL) Don Swope
Duty Stations: NIOC Sugar Grove, NSWSA-1
Comments: Thank you to all who've helped mold me into the person I am today. I am grateful for being selected and look forward to what the future has in store.
Date: 12:00am
From: AGC(IDW/AW/SW)(SEL) Nathan Bizzle
Duty Stations: CNATTU Keesler
Comments: I would like to thank all those senior to me that have helped me with advice and ass-kicking along the way to ensure I never got complacent in my career. I would also like to thank my peers and subordinates for challenging me and supporting me through it all while teaching me that leadership is ever changing with person you lead.
Date: 11:59pm
From: HMC(SEL) (FMF/SW/AW) Samuel N Karr
Duty Stations: 1ST MARINE DIVISION
Comments: I am beyond speechless at this point. I feel so blessed and honored to be selected to HMC. I would not be here today without the mentorship and guidance from the Chief Petty Officers who I have had the pleasure to work with, and all my peers and junior Sailors. Without all of these people I would not be in this amazing position. I look forward to the challenges ahead. Thank you again to all those who helped me get to this amazing point in my career!
Date: 11:53pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW)(SEL) Vanrowin F. Manlambus
Duty Stations: 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division
Comments: First I would like to thank all the Sailors, my Mentors, Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs and Officers who supported me throughout my career. To my Family, my Wife who stood by my side no matter what. My kids who inspired me to work hard, reminding me what the future hold for the Sailors of our beloved Navy. To my friends who I always confide with...through thick and thin, you are always there to shed some light, give a good laugh and wisdom. Thank you. No mountain too high, no valley too low...no hill too steep, no ocean too deep... We are the Navy, the United States Navy!
Date: 11:40pm
From: HMC (SEL) (FMF/SW) Jesse D Friday
Duty Stations: NHB, 2ndMarDiv, NMTC, 1stMarDiv
Comments: I would like to thank my mentor HMC Albert Ramirez for the guidance over the past 7 years. Also all my junior Sailors that have helped to put me in these shoes. My family for the support even when it wasn't that fun. I love all of you and thank you again for all the support. HMC (SEL) (FMF/SW) Friday Jesse D
Date: 11:11pm
From: MMC (Sel) Serafin MendezVazquez
Duty Stations: USS MINNESOTA, USS NEW MEXICO, USS SEAWOLF
Comments: Greatly apreciate the oportunity to become part of the MESS.
Date: 10:57pm
From: ENC (SEL) Corey W Allen
Duty Stations: USS ARLINGTON LPD 24
Comments: I personally did not expect my promotion to ENC. When my name was passed over the 1MC, the first thing that came to my mind was the chief, senior chiefs, and master chiefs that believed me. Because of their support, wisdom, and push allowed me the honor to have this experience in my career. I trust I will learn alot from my future brothers and sisters.
Date: 10:39pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) John Thomas Hines
Duty Stations: USS ARLINGTON (LPD 24)
Comments: I cannot express in words how motivated and excited I am to be joining the Chief's Mess. Thank you all who guided me along the way.
Date: 10:36pm
From: EMC (SW) (SEL) BRUCE WHITE
Duty Stations: USS IWO JIMA (LHD-7), HC-6, VC-6, NRD ST. LOUIS, USS ARLINGTON (LPD-24)
Comments: This is an unbelievable honor and I am very excited to be able to take part in this humbling experience. I could not have been able to obtain this milestone in my career without the support of my wife and children. I also wouldnt be where I am today without the continueing guidance and mentorship from the following GENUINE CHIEFS: ENCS JAMES STARNES EMCS STEPHEN LUDLAM EMC JOSE COLON EMC DRE SYAS ENCS MARVIN THARRINGTON NCCS BRYAN MCCARTHY NCCM SHERRI FELDER HMC TED HARRISON NCCM DAVE DUNCAN (RETIRED) LSC RYAN WILLIAMS BMCM KURT ROTH CTTCS AARON PAPAKIE MMCS KYLE FESETTE ETC KEVIN KITTRELL MAC CINDY LATHEROW PSC JOHN TANEDO ENC NATHANIEL MORROW MAC JASON MORRIS ETC GLEN LEAVEAU DCC CLINTON CORSE QMC ALEX FELDHAUS FCC JOSEPH CARELLA
Date: 10:36pm
From: HMC(SW/AW) (SEL) Tameeca Williams
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton
Comments: Good evening to my fellow selectees, This induction season brings many challenges and new experiences for all of us and alot of lessons learned; but, together WE will not only gain knowledge on how to be a great Chief; but, how to lean on one another in ways that are extremely important to accomplish the ultimate goal; Leading Sailors. Congratulations to all the Selectees!!!
Date: 10:34pm
From: EMC(SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) Robert Marshall Phillips
Duty Stations: USS ANCHORAGE (LPD 23), NAVCONBRIG MIRAMAR, IBU-52, USS BELLEAU WOOD (LHA 3)
Comments: First I would like to say that today is the happiest day of my life! Secondly, I would like to thank EMC(SW/AW/EXW) Wilson and LT Wade for helping me to achieve this great accomplishment. Without their support I would still be a First Class Petty Officer!
Date: 10:26pm
From: GSEC(SW) (SEL) Jasper Cevidanes
Duty Stations: USS Chancellorsville, USS Cape St. George, NNSY, USS Cole
Comments: I would like to thank: GSCS Rogers GSCS(Ret) Brame GSCM(Ret) Maricle DCCM(Ret) Hook GSCS(Ret) Vickers GSCS(Ret) Pickens GSCS Williams EMC Sigmund GSCS Mitchell GSEC Peterson And last but not least GSCS(Ret) Burrows, thank you for the all the lessons you taught me.
Date: 10:23pm
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) Akil Brathwaite
Duty Stations: USS CAPE ST. GEORGE(CG-71); NRD MIAMI RECRUITING; USS ARLINGTON(LPD-24)
Comments: Thank you for everybody that helped me along the way. This is a humbling and exciting experience that I am happy to be a part of. I wouldn't be able to accomplish this goal without the people who have helped me throughout my Navy career. Thank you.
Date: 10:21pm
From: MMC (SEL) Ahdan Hassan
Duty Stations: Big E The 1 and Only US ENTERPRISE CVN 65
Comments: First supported and foremost I would like to thank God for giving me this opportunity. Next I would like to say thank you to all of the Officers,Chiefs and junior sailors. Leadership is not having the loudest voice in the room is having the voice everybody looks to thank you for the example set a promise to sEt the bar higher. Special thanks to MMC Royael ETC Mrozek MMC Robert Jones MMCM Hetrick MMCM Percich MMCS Hookes EMC Messier MMC Sanderson MMC Wilson MMC Arroyo MMC Chinn.
Date: 10:15pm
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Joshua Wagoner
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton
Comments: I am very excited to be selected this year. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs that have provided me with mentorship and guidance that has gotten me to this point.
Date: 10:14pm
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) MARIA ELENA C. PALLARES
Duty Stations: NBHC PORT HUENEME, CA
Comments: I would like to thank all my past and present Chiefs for their guidance, they have been part of my learning and helped me reach this point. I very much look forward to becoming part of the Mess, and contributing to the future of our junior Sailors.
Date: 10:12pm
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) James Johnson
Duty Stations: Groton, CT
Comments: Today has been amazing! I couldn't have made it this far without the guidance of chiefs throughout my career. Here is to the next 6 weeks of learning!
Date: 10:08pm
From: HMC (SW/AW) (SEL) STARLEEN G. WHITAKER
Duty Stations: NBHC PORT HUENEME, CA
Comments: I want to thank all my present Chiefs in my current command for all the support and guidance. Aditionally, I want to mention the following persons who have been instrumental in my success: Chief Whitaker, HMCM Davison, Chief Robinson, Chief Hartanto, HMCS Ryan, Chief Heady, Chief Granlund.
Date: 10:00pm
From: HMC(FMF/IDW)(SEL) CHRISTIAN NOBLEJAS VARDELEON
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton
Comments: Thank you all for your leadership, guidance and support. I really appreciate it and humbled for being selected. Without the hard work and dedication of my Sailors, I wouldn't be here. Thank you all.
Date: 09:56pm
From: AEC(SEL) (AW/SW) Trevor Cave
Duty Stations: VAW-124
Comments: First I would like to thank all of my junior sailors for having a chance to lead and guide them in this great navy. Without them I feel I would not be here today. I would also like to thank all of the Khaki's who have helped and guided me along my journey to this point in my career. It has always been a dream of mine to achieve this level and rank. I am dedicating this achievement to my Grandfather who passed 6 months ago ABEC Jame Wolf. Listening to his stories of the navy played a huge roll of the sailor I am today. Congratulations to all who made it this year.
Date: 09:56pm
From: AOC (SEL) JAKE RIVERA
Duty Stations: VFA-83
Comments: Being selected on my first time up is a great feeling. I cant wait to endure this mysterious training I've heard so much about. It's going to be a great experience and I'm sure the CPO Mess will be drilling my head with tons of knowledge and wisdom. I Look forward to contributing to the mess.
Date: 09:49pm
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Carl Thomas Goldade
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65)
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected for Chief Petty Officer. I would not have made it without the support of all the leadership throughout my naval career and the hard work and dedication of the people that worked for me and with me. Thank you all and I will do my best to live up to the standard of a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 09:47pm
From: ACC(AW)(SEL) Joshua McWilliams
Duty Stations: NAS Kingsville, TX
Comments: I would like to thank all of my many mentors throughout my years for building me into the person and sailor I am today. I am very humbled for the journey ahead and the opportunity I have been afforded to join the ranks of Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 09:36pm
From: MMC (SW) (SEL) Kasie Lynn Humes
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65), NPTU BALLSTON SPA, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69), USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)
Comments: I would like to thank my husband and children for giving me a reason to be. I would like to thank LT Daniel Mannis (formerly ETCS) for being an uncle and the reason I chose my field in the first place. My uncle, MMC (SS) (retired) Mike Scheiderman for demanding my best. My cousin CWO4 Joe Belson (formerly ETC) for keeping my spirits up. My uncle ENCS (retired) George Humes who never lets me get too serious. EMCS Michelle Spaulding was a mentor when I needed one the most and EMC Eric Pike gave me an honest chance. MMC Joshua Lanni showed me what it was like to work with a genuine good person and MMCS Eric Degroot kept me strong when my hands where in my pockets. LT Langham (a genuine Chief as well) was always a sounding board and never let me get down on myself. I would also like to thank EMCS McNamee who always tells me how it is and keeps me focused when I am lost. MMC Lopez always gives me the benefit of the doubt and MMC Arroyo who fought for me when I couldn't. I have been very blessed to have been touched by family (blood and Navy) over my career. I cannot possibly think of all those who have touched me as I feel everyone I have worked with has affected me for the good or the bad. Every student, peer, and Sailor who has ever worked because I asked them has helped me in not only my career but my life. I have cherished it all, though some events a little more fondly than others.
Date: 09:35pm
From: EMC(SEL) (SW/AW) Christopher Blinson
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise CVN 65
Comments: First and formost I'd want to thank the CPO's and the sailors under my charge that have trained me, guided me, and worked hard for me to get me to this point. Truely without their support I could not have has this level of success.
Date: 09:32pm
From: ABFC(AW/SW) (SEL) Okanlawon Allison
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE
Comments: I just want to take this opportunity to thank all my Junior Sailors ,especially my Chief's , Senior's and Master Chief that has been a great mentor and leader in my career so far. Am excited to be a Chief Selectee. V/r ABFC (SEL) Allison,O
Date: 09:25pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) David Austin McInnis
Duty Stations: NCTAMS PAC DET Puget Sound, Whidbey Island (TSCOMM)
Comments: I can not believe I was selected to wear the uniform of a United State's Navy Chief Petty Officer. I have always put my Sailors first, my job second and myself last and there were times that I thought I could never be selected if I kept my priorities in that order. Well guess what, I was able to be a mentor, focused on the command's mission and still be recognized and selected to Chief. Thank you to everyone I worked for and especially all the junior Sailors that made this happen. Keep pushing to achieve your goals and I guarantee you will succeed.
Date: 08:59pm
From: LSC(SS/AW) (SEL) Terry L Morris Jr
Duty Stations: USS Helena (SSN 725), FRCMA Norfolk, VFA-131, VFA-81, AIMD Oceana, VFA-131, VFA-106
Comments: To all who succeed, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that has guided my life and help me become the Sailor and man I am today. It is truly an honor to served with all the men and women wearing the uniform. I especially would like to thank all the families that have stood by your side through the tough times. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. It has taken me 17 yrs, but I am finally here with the elite. Granted, I was a aircraft mechanic for 15 yrs, but now I am a proud Submariner LS. What a roller coaster I have rode! I would like to thank the following for the guidance and support: COB Capps, COB Legget, COB Burchette, EDMC Elmore, EDMC McMurtray, MMCS Rushing, ETCS Hoyt, LSC Scheller, CSC Johnson, ETC Bonano, TMC Morlan, FTC Generals, FTC Morrison, ETC Garretson, ETC Dice, MMC Daigle, MMC Cooper, ETC Anderson, LSC Williams, LSC Simpson, LSC Bussey, ADCS Bertucci, ADCS Vereen, ADC Benton V/r LSC(SS/AW) (SEL) Morris
Date: 08:57pm
From: HMC (SEL) Darnell Mason
Duty Stations: USNH Guantanamo Bay, USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6), 7th Marine Regiment, 3DLAR BN, 15 MEU, NEPMU 6
Comments: R/R, Access to the the Selectee Deck Log. V/R, HMC (SEL) Mason
Date: 08:12pm
From: AGC(SEL) (IDW/AW/SW) Lisa Sherry
Duty Stations: NAVO SSC Ms, NOAC SSC Ms, USS ESSEX Sasebo Japan, NOAD Kaneohe Bay Hi, NPMOC/JTWC Pearl Harbor Hi
Comments: It is truly an honor to have been selected and would also like to congratulate all the other Selectees. I want to thank my junior Sailors for all of their hard work and all the Chiefs how have mentored me along the way, specifically AGCM Morales, AGCS Dauntain, AGC Ferguson AGC (Ret) Adams, AGC Wimberly, AGC Nickson, and AGC Elliott. I truly appreciate all of you and thank you all.
Date: 08:09pm
From: HMC(Sel)(SS) Bradley Schneider
Duty Stations: USS MONTPELIER (SSN 765); Naval Undersea Medical Institute, Submarine Independant Duty Corpsman; National Naval Medical Center Bethesda; Naval School of Health San Diego, Sciences Cardiovascular Technician Division; Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms
Comments: A big thank you to God, my family, and the countless shipmates whom molded me to be the Sailor I am today. thank you!
Date: 08:01pm
From: ITC (IDW/SW/AW) (SEL) Thaddeus Nugent Boyd
Duty Stations: C3F, CCSG3, NOPF WI, CVN74, CVN75, DD-970
Comments: I first have to thank my creator, and I have to thank my junior personnel for the hard work they have done to get me here. I also thank my Khaki's for the leadership they have bestowed upon me. Here's to beginning a challenging 6 weeks! Hooyah!
Date: 08:00pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Eric Sitler
Duty Stations: COMTHIRDFLEET
Comments: A very large Thank You to all of my past mentors and role models. Without your leadership, inspiration, (and often patience) I would not be the person I am today. I follow now in your footsteps and pray that I will be great of a leader and example for my Sailors as you were for me.
Date: 07:35pm
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Jesse T Jones
Duty Stations: VP-26, VX-20, HSL-42, VP-26
Comments: I would like to everyone who helped me get to where I am today, especially my wife for always being there for me.
Date: 07:34pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Gonzalo Gonzalez
Duty Stations: USS Port Royal (CG-73), Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, USS Chancellorsville (CG-62), USS Shiloh (CG-67), USS Reid (FFG-30)
Comments: First and formost I would like to thank everyone I have ever came to know in my 19 years in the navy and my family for putting up with me all those years. It is truly an honor to be selected and I hope to pass on all my experiances and knowledge to my junior enlisted.
Date: 07:29pm
From: CSC(SW) (SEL) Cleopatra Bell
Duty Stations: USS Arlington LPD 24
Comments: First off I would like to say "Thank you" to my sailors that I have worked with past and present who has helped me to get to where I am today, because I did not do this by myself. For all my genuine Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who has guided me and molded me into the sailor I am...Thank you, I may not have known it at the time, but I have learned a lot from you all. Words can not express my gratitude and appreciation for this opportunity to say that I have been selected to join an elite group of Sailors. Special shout out to a few (my apologies if I have forgotten anyone): CSCS(Ret) Kevin Arsenault CSC(Ret) Robert Carmichael CSCM Tony Appleby CSCS(Ret) Christopher Cephus CSCS Johnlyn Bolden (Foster) CSCS Timothy Raub CSCS Jermaine Cotillier CSCM Catrina Cain LSCS Miguel Wynter CSCM Sandra Almond CTMC Kathleen Bowens CSCM Janie English LSC Gary Latson CWO5 Alicia Lawrence (McCarthy) SHC Johniffie Horne CSCM Michelle Love CSCM Carol Anderson ITCS Erica Barnett
Date: 07:23pm
From: HMC (Sel) (SW/FMF) Danderrick Ocampo
Duty Stations: USS ARLINGTON
Comments: Thank you to all Genuine Chief Petty Officers who have helped me to this point, to my Sailors who without their Excellence and Motivation I would not be here signing this deck log today. And especially my wife and my children who has endured all of my military hardships through good and bad times. I will be even more Humble when the day arises to have the privilege to feel the weight of these anchors.
Date: 07:05pm
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) George A. Perret
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Bremerton; USS Kentucky Blue
Comments: I would like to thank all the mentors I have had that helped me to get to where I am. This is not to disclude anyone junior to me as they have all helped me along my career. I know I am fairly junior but I promise to put everything I have into being a Chief Petty Officer. Thank you all for allowing me this honor.
Date: 06:38pm
From: GMC(SW) (sel) Jeanot Blaise
Duty Stations: USS PORT ROYAL CG-73, 1 NCG, USS PRINCETON CG 59
Comments: I want to thank GOD for the opportunity to serve in the world's Greatest NAVY. I also want to thank my wife, Jenny for all her support through the years. I could not done it without those who I served with along the way: GMC Keil GMC(Retired) Diggs (SWRMC San Diego) GMC(Retired)Wall (BAE) GMC(Retired) Longbrake, FCC Henry, GMC Rowe, GM1 Rufus Williams(1 NCG) and the CM teams of both PORT ROYAL and PRINCETON.
Date: 06:06pm
From: AZC(SEL) Thomas Wilken
Duty Stations: VP-26/VP-16/CSFWLD BEAUFORT/MALS-31/USS IWO JIMA
Comments: It is an honor and privilege to be selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. I thank all of the Sailors that put me in this position and all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who guided me throughout the way. I will continue to strive to make myself better for the Sailors I will lead in the future.
Date: 06:04pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) PATRICK CLARK
Duty Stations: USS Cape St.George (CG-71), NRD San Francisco, USS Princeton (CG-59), USS Ticonderoga (CG-47)
Comments: I would like to say it's an honor to be selected. There are so many that have helped me reach this milestone. First and foremost, my family and all of the junior sailors I have lead. I've had amazing leadership myself, both direct and indirect that have definitely molded me. I will be thanking them all personally. Thank you.
Date: 06:00pm
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Richard Dovalina
Duty Stations: VFA-81, ASD Oceana, NMCB-4, USS Chosin CG65, NRD Dallas, NRD Ohio
Comments: Hooyah!!! This is a milestone that's been 14yrs in the making. It wouldn't have been possible without my #1 my FAMILY, #2 those junior sailors Ive worked with & #3 those Chief's, Senior Chief's and Master Chief's who have shared pieces of their own experiences with me. I thank each and every one of you from the depths of my salty soul. I would like to give a special thanks to several few individuals... LSCM John Murphy FCCM Jason Smith AECS Ryan Boney LSCS Markus Gallegos ENCS Mary Wood NCC Marie Kveen NCC Jamie Ramberg DCC Julio Campos EMC Gary Locke
Date: 05:57pm
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) Joshua Koenig
Duty Stations: USS CAPE ST GEORGE CG71
Comments: Congrats to all the FY15 CPO selectees, thanks to all those who I have served with who have mentored me along the way.
Date: 05:49pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Gerardo Vasquez
Duty Stations: USS CAPE ST. GEORGE
Comments: I would like to say congratualtions to all the brothers and sister on your CPO selection FY15.
Date: 05:43pm
From: OSC (SW) (SEL) Derrick Jones
Duty Stations: USS Cape St. George
Comments: Just want to say congrats to all the CPO Selectees for FY15. I would like to thank my wife and church family for always keeping me positive on this journey.
Date: 05:38pm
From: CSC (SW)sel Sacha Hasbrouck
Duty Stations: USS HOOPER (DDG 70), Silver Dolphin Bistro Pearl Harbor, USS HADLEY (DDG 97), USS RUSSELL (DDG 59), Instructor at CS "A" School
Comments: I set a goal and achieved it! Special thanks to CSCS(SW) Nick Gordillio (Ret) for making me come out of my shell and being a great mentor!
Date: 05:36pm
From: ETC(SW/IDW)(sel) Adam Rodriguez
Duty Stations: USS PORT ROYAL CG-73
Comments: Thankful to be selected into the CPO mess. Thank you to all Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs that have guided me throughout my career.
Date: 05:06pm
From: ETC (SW) (SEL) Cole Peters
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise
Comments: Such a great honor to be selected. I would like to thank my family for always being there for me and would also like to thank everyone of the chiefs I have worked for in my time for helping me get to this point. I would also like to thank all the guys I have worked with in my career.
Date: 04:14pm
From: CEC(SCW/EXW) (Sel) Michael Lawson
Duty Stations: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Three, Port Hueneme, Ca
Comments: I'm truly honored to be selected to be part of the proud tradition of Chief Petty Officers. I’ve been in the Navy for 16 years and I am where I am right now because of the junior personnel that made me shine and the senior personnel that mentored and guided me. I’m excited to learn as much knowledge as I can to become a better leader and mentor and hopefully live up to the tradition and standards that so many CPO’s have set before me. Some people that I would really like to recognize that have especially aided in my career path and say thank you to are: BMCS(SW/AW) M. Thompson, CUCM(SCW/FMF) C. Romine, BUC(SCW) A. Brown, EOCS(SCW/EXW) E. McCarter, CEC(SCW) A. Janning. Would also like to thank the First Classes that drove me to be better and I learned so much from each one of you.
Date: 04:11pm
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Martin Villegas Jr.
Duty Stations: USS CARTER HALL (LSD 50), HSC-22, NSA DGAR, HQ SACT, USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65)
Comments: I would first like to thank all of my junior Sailors that I have had the privilege of leading and a thank you to all my mentors. This is truly the biggest honor of my life in being selected for Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 04:08pm
From: GMC(SW/EXW) (SEL) Joshua King
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes / CRG 2 DET Bahrain
Comments: It really is an honor to be selected to be Chief Petty Officer. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the following Senior Chiefs and Chiefs, MACS Williams, Mike AOCS May, Jason FCC Lorts, Ed GMC Sheriff, Ashley GMC Brown, Mike and all Chiefs that have pointed me in the right dircetion along the way. I would not have made it without your help. I would also like to thank my amazing wife for putting up with the long hours and months away from home. Congrats to all my future Brothers and Sisters!!! V/R GMC (SEL) Joshua King
Date: 03:43pm
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Joseph P Eagle
Duty Stations: Submarine Technical Support Center Groton,CT
Comments: Congrats to all, I have so many to thank for their help to get me where I am today however they know who they are and all I can say here is that I am truly blessed to have had and continue to have them present in my life.
Date: 03:33pm
From: MMC (SEL) (SW) Paul H. Kleinot
Duty Stations: USS ENTERPRISE (CVN-65)
Comments: I want to thank everyone I have worked with. This wouldn't be possible with out everyone helping along the way.
Date: 03:14pm
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Jarrod Conner
Duty Stations: ACU-5, ACU-4 DET WPA, USS Shoup (DDG-86), NRD Raleigh (NRS) Asheville
Comments: Good day I am extremely honored to be selected into such a long tradition of brotherhood. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs that have molded, trained, and mentored me. I would also like to thank all of the Sailors who I have worked with and lead because if not for them I would not be where I am today. I look forward to challenge ahead of me as I know it is only going to make me a better Sailor, leader, and person.
Date: 03:13pm
From: YNC(SS)(SEL) Michael Aguirre
Duty Stations: USS MAINE (SSBN 741)(GOLD)
Comments: I'm grateful from Chiefs present to past for molding me into the Sailor that I am today. I thank my wife and kids for their moral support and sleepless nights. I will take all I learn and pass it on to future CPO Selects.
Date: 03:08pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) William Lee Mcquinley
Duty Stations: Uss Maine SSBN 741 (G)
Comments: I would like to thank all the Chiefs that have come before me and I would like to thank my family and friends for all thier support.
Date: 03:04pm
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Roscoe L. Henry III
Duty Stations: USS MAINE SSBN 741 (G)
Comments: Hello, I would like to thank the chiefs past and present who have given me guidance and knowledge to help me get to this point.
Date: 02:44pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Damien Reiland
Duty Stations: CENSECFOR Mayport
Comments: I can barely remember that young man that joined the Navy so many years ago, following in the footsteps of both of my grandfathers. That guy never could have dreamed that he would stay in so long or that he would make Chief. I, and my family, could not be prouder for this day. There has been much adversity, much hard work, and much learning as I slowly became the man who I am today. For the people that molded me, there are too many to count, too many who I looked up to or who helped me in a way that they probably never even realized. Thank you all. Here are a few of those people, but in no way a majority of them: Captain Steve Davito(ret): The man who pinned my Dolphins and the reason I stayed in after my first enlistment. He most passionate man I've ever had the honor to serve under. I'd still walk through fire for you sir. MMC Olafson: The LPO I really came into myself under. Thank you for all the knowledge and confidence. MMCS Flemming: The Chief who made me think that I had a warrant out for my arrest when he called to tell me I made First Class Petty Officer. I am forever humbled by you. MM1 Cahoon: My first non qual as an LPO. I grew as much as he did as I mentored him. After a GREAT deal of adversity I got to see him succeed and he can't understand how proud I am of him. Caboom, thank you for not dropping any ordnance. MMC Rogers: My first actual Torpedo Man Chief while on a seagoing command. You really are the best as turning a bad situation into around when we go to brief the CO. I'm still in awe of your skill. Thank you.a
Date: 02:37pm
From: LSC(SEL)(SW) QUINTON L. PRATT
Duty Stations: USS HST(CVN-75); NRD JACKSONVILLE; USS SBR(FFG-58)
Comments: I would first like to thank Jesus Christ my lord and saviour. I would also like to thank my wife Tamisha for her unwavering support since day one in marrying a Sailor. Thank you to all of those who I have been led by, served with or led, for it is you that is the reason that I am a Chief Select today. Anchor Up!
Date: 02:31pm
From: AOC(SEL)(AW/SW) Angela DeRosa
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes, USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76), VFA-195
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has stuck with me throughout my service. The higher ranking leadership that pushed me to do my best and stuck with me when I was at my worst. Thank you also to those junior sailors that allowed me to help and guide them along thier way and in return kept me on my toes. I appreciate all you've done. THANK YOU.
Date: 02:23pm
From: NCC (SW) SEL Dwayne A. Carter
Duty Stations: Duty Stations: NRD Miami, NRD New York, USS Fitzgerald, NRD New York, USS Arleigh Burke
Comments: I would like to take the time to thank everyone that I have served with I am truly humble at this time. I would not be here today if I did not have the leadership and the support throughout my career. Through my lowest point and toughest times there was a Chief there to support me. I would like to thank Senior Chief O’Connor and Chief Terrence Dornford who have now retired for believing in me. I would also like to thank my mentor NCCM Claude Daniels who believed in me and helped guide me throughout my time in NRD New York. I would also like to thank my family for their support throughout my time in the Navy. I would like to thank my wife for being there for me and her support throughout my career.
Date: 02:13pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Christopher Dunsworth
Duty Stations: USS Helena/USS Jefferson City/CENSECFOR LS MYPT
Comments: This is a great honor to be selected and going to be a new experience in which I look forward to learning new things and different views of the Navy. It is always great to meet new people and learn new things and perspectives from others. I have to give two people a big chunk of the credit for this because the drove and pushed me my last few years on the boat and that is TMCS (SS) Seth Voyce and ETCM (SS) Jennings, Steven. Also CMDCM Saunders for helping me make the tough decision back in 2009 to go back to see as well as LT Bush, Alan. I know there is more warfare pins involved in there COB but I could remember them all. I truly appreciate everything you both did for me and the time each of you took to push me because you saw the potential before I did. There is many others to thank and I hope I make each of you proud: From the Helena TM2 (SS) Prince (Sea Dad) TM1 (SS) Manz TMC (SS) Blake TMCS (SS) Houk MM2 (SS) Moore LT Pitre USS Jefferson City CAPT Anderson TM1(SS) Xiong YN1 (SS) Gladman TM1 (SS) Brown MMC (SS) Geisler MMC (SS) Gentle MM1 (SS) Lachowitzer CENSECFOR GMC (SW) Clark TMC (SS) Harvey GMC (SW) Anderson Each of you have helped me in your own ways and I thank you. Hope to make everyone proud and keep pushing forward to better the Navy and myself.
Date: 02:10pm
From: CTTC(SW)(SEL) Charles Shaw
Duty Stations: CID Unit Corry Station, USS Spruance DDG-111, NRD Pittsburgh, USS Trenton LPD-14
Comments: There are a lot of people that have helped me get to where I am today. I have had shinning examples the a CPO throughout my career. You all have shown me what a great leader is. To my guys who have helped me learn to be a great leader...Thank you for all you have done as if it wasn't for you I would not be here right now. EW1 Deshawn Crawford EW2 Michael Kightlinger EW2 Dominic Kimmey CTT2 Michael Hartzell CTT2 Derrik Freeman CTT2 Shawn Stone CTT2 Justin Castillo CTTSA Caleb Napier Best EW Module in the Navy! I am proud to have been selected and will not let you guys down!
Date: 01:55pm
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Ryan E. Zachary
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes, USS ANTIETAM (CG 54)
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Sailors that have guided me throughout my career, both my superiors and subordinates. In particular, I would like to thank my mentors: FCCS(SW) Jerald Honaker FCCS(SW) Joel McCoy FCCS(SW) Aaron Brown FCC(SW) Ed Lorts I appreciate the mentoring and knowledge that you have given me during my career and look forward to working beside you. Congratulations to all the FY-15 CPO Selectees!
Date: 01:53pm
From: ETC(SS/EXW/PJ)(SEL) Timothy Duncan
Duty Stations: USS Minnesota
Comments: Thank you to all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have not given up on me and have gone out of there way to mentor me. Thank you to all of my peers and personnel under me for keeping me on target.
Date: 12:51pm
From: NCC(SW/AW)(SEL) JUSTIN NOBLE
Duty Stations: NRD MIAMI
Comments: Selected as of 20140805. Thank you to all family, friends and shipmates.
Date: 12:14pm
From: ITSC(SS)(SEL) Scott M. Woods
Duty Stations: USS Providence (SSN 719)
Comments: Thank you to Okrasinski, Richard ITSCM
Date: 11:33am
From: AMC(AW) Sel Casey A Clark
Duty Stations: VRC-30 DET 5
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and children for supporting me all these years and all of the people throughout my career that has helped guide me and keep me motivated. Thanks to my parents for always telling me how proud they are of me. Also, thanks to all of the junior guys who I currently work with at Det 5, you guys are great! Also, found out results on my parents 36th wedding anniversary! Congrats Mom and Dad! Life is good! Hooray!!! Sincerly, AMC (AW) (SEL) Clark
Date: 10:52am
From: LSC(SEL) Hector Camacho Alvarez
Duty Stations: Naval Special Warfare Center
Comments: Thanks to all the Sailors that worked for me. I am here because of them, because they made me succesful.
Date: 10:13am
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Aaron Tadlock
Duty Stations: USS Donald Cook, NRD Dallas, USS Anzio
Comments: I have had a lot of help making it to this point. I have an outstanding division of Junior Sailors who's hard work have made my Job easier. I have had Some great mentoring from many Chiefs in my career that have helped me be a better leader for my sailors; FCCM Allicock, FCCS Cullinan, FCC Johnson are a few of the Chiefs that have made a positive impact to my career. I am looking forward to continue to help Junior Sailors. Congrats to all the Other Selectees!
Date: 11:29am
From: BMC(Sel)(EXW) Jerid O'Brien
Duty Stations: USS Crommelin (FFG-37), NOSC Youngstown, NCHB1
Comments: First would like to thank all of my junior personnel, for I would not be standing where I am at today if it wasn't for all of there hard work and dedication! I do not know everything and learning is a day to day event....excited to learn more and have a voice for my junior personnel!!!
Date: 01:50am
From: LSC (SEL) ( EXW) Geverix Murphy
Duty Stations: NCHB 11
Comments: This is truly an honor to be selected. I have been on this journey since I joined the navy over 19 years ago,and finally I made it. This was accomplished by the many people that I have had the pleasure of serving with, working with, working for, and all of those who have worked for me at some point in time. I want to sincerely say thank you for all of the lessons learned and to have had the opportunity to cross paths with you along the way. With that being said I didn't only make, but WE made. Thanks to you all. HOOYAH!!!
Date: 01:04am
From: YNC(SW/AW) (Sel) Arica Blake
Duty Stations: Navy Region Midwest, RCC
Comments: This is the most humbling experience ever! To have so many emotions ranging from excitement, nervousness to being overwhelmed at one time just can't be explained. I'm truly honored and humbled to soon become apart of your family. I do know that this accomplishment could not and was not done alone! I would like to give honor to God who put me on this earth and has been my foundation from day one. I would like to say thank you to my family who has been by my side since I enlisted and to my husband and kids who have unselfishly shared me and allowed me to reach my goals. To all the Genuine's both past and present, thank you for the foundation you have laid to get not only me here but all the other Sailors that was selected with, before and after me. There are a few Genuine's that really have inspired me and most importantly taught me how to be an effective leader in the Navy but at the same time take care of my family. I truly believe that I am here because of you. It might have been something small or big that you did but whatever it was it had an huge impact on me and I was able use the knowledge throughout the years to lead and train Sailors. So thank you from the bottom of my heart to: CW02 Ronald Ellis, SHCM Gregory Cole, BMCS Tammy Springsguth, LNCS Renate Williams, LSCS Nichole Hillhorne, YNC Katherine Wilde and to the one that has pushed me the hardest over the last 5 years NCC Natosha Gardner. I would also like to thank the following Officers and Genuine's that help put me on a path to success: BMCS Levi Fajardo (retired) BMC Virginia Bailey-Smith (retired) BMC David Coben YNC Eloy Rangel LSC Ronnie Lilies (retired) CWO2 Mark Watts CMDCM Gordon Compton CMDCM Calvin Crawford LSCS Elbert Davis (retired) PSC Sharifah Clunis YNC Eric Chenoweth (retired) YNC Mitch Drone (retired) MAC Quincy Jackson Greater Atlanta Chief's Mess 2009-2012 HMCS Joel Stewart ITC Angelina Bellhollifield (retired) YNC Michael Kirchner YNC James Palmer Navy Region Midwest, RCC Chiefs Mess There is also several Junior Sailors that I have worked for and with that help make this possible. There is nothing like teamwork and getting the mission accomplish with your peers. YN1 Stacy Soldano YN1 Rachel Jackson YN1 Teoka Porter YN1 Amanda Mcneely YN1 Justin Boykin Metro Atlanta First Class Petty Officer Association 2011-2012 V/R YNC(SW/AW) (Sel) Arica Blake
Date: 09:40pm
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Jacob Pienkowski
Duty Stations: USS Raven, USS Warrior, MINEWARTRACEN, MCM Crew Bulwark, MCM Crew Exultant
Comments: I spent ten years serving this country on active duty. I decided to go to college and get my degree and upon graduation I may go back to active duty and put in an officer package but we will see where life leads me. I enjoyed the time serving this country and I survived the hardships. In the end, it is always worth it. I am currently in my fifth year in the reserves.
Date: 09:12pm
From: ETC(Sel) David E Allen
Duty Stations: Millington TN PERS-46, NOSC Orlando
Comments: I want to thank my Mother for all that she has done for me and the strength she has shown me. I could never repay the lessons she has taught me. Thank you to my family for all of their support over the years. Thank you to all the Sailors that I have served with over the past 20yrs and there is no way I could thank them all. I want to especially thank the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that believed in me and kept pushing me to improve.
Date: 07:01pm
From: MMC (Sel) (SS) Chris Rogers
Duty Stations: NR Surgemain Kitsap
Comments: Hooyah! I've been working towards this since I joined the Reserves and I couldn't have done it without the help of my first classes, genuine chiefs, and even an officer or two. Thank you for your support, and I look forward to joining the best leadership organization of any military in the world!
Date: 06:51pm
From: LSC (sel) (EXW) Kelly McCartney
Duty Stations: NCHB 5
Comments: Thanks to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have gotten me to this point in my career.
Date: 03:30pm
From: CTRC(sel) (SW) Luis Perez-Martinez
Duty Stations: NSGA Chesapeake, NSGA Norfolk, USS Bulkeley(DDG-84), NIOC Norfolk, NIOC Orlando
Comments: Who would've thought that a person from the small community in Rio Blanco, Puerto Rico be Honored with such a distinction. WOW!!! Selected to be a Chief Petty Officer, what a humbling feeling. I want to thank so many people that helped me throughout my career. I met such extraordinary Leadership from the Mess, that my gratitude will forever be recognized. I only wish to represent the tradition with Honor and Dignity. Thanks to my family, me Lady Roselyn, my beautiful kids that I adore Chris, Issy and James...you give me strength to keep moving forward. To all the MCPO's, SCPO's and CPO's that crossed my path and took time to lead and guide me...Thank you.
Date: 07:54am
From: LSC(Sel)(AW) Nicole Brown
Duty Stations: Lakehurst, NJ
Comments: It is a honor and privilege to have been given the opportunity to become a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy. I will do my very best to uphold the traditions of excellence and the professionalism of the Chief Petty Officer community that I have seen within the Navy through the years. I look forward to the day when I too will be made welcome within their hallow halls. Go Navy!!!
Date: 05:11am
From: LSC(sel)(SCW) Krystal Cicenas
Duty Stations: NMCB 25; EMF Great Lakes Det E
Comments: Working through this process has reminded me of everyone that has worked with me to get me through to this point in my life. I am thankful for all of the chiefs and my shipmates that have helped me get to this point. Also my family that have always known, even when I doubt myself that this is a milestone above any that I have done to this point forward.
Date: 04:23am
From: BUC(sel) John J. Armstrong
Duty Stations: NMCB TWO FIVE
Comments: I am excited and honored to join A Brotherhood and Sisterhood that is so strong and vibrant. V/R, BUC(sel) John J.Armstrong
Date: 01:28am
From: MMC (sel) (SS) Nick Baker
Duty Stations: SURGEMAIN Kitsap
Comments: Thanks to all of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who have helped me.
Date: 11:53pm
From: UTC(SCW)(sel) Shannon McQueen
Duty Stations: USS HOIST, USS WASP, NMCB 15, NMCB 22
Comments: I would like to thank all of the great leadership I have had over my career by all the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Chiefs I have had the honor to learn from and serve with. I would also like to thank the Junior troops for helping me achieve this great honor because without them I would not have been successful. Thanks for all the support from my friends and family. You have stood beside me through so much and have truly made me who I am today. I wish everyone in Class 121 the best of luck with their careers and don't ever forget how and who got us here! UTC(SCW)(sel) Shannon McQueen
Date: 03:03pm
From: ITC(Sel) Alan Lawrence Williams
Duty Stations: PACOM Det 601 - NOSC Rock Island
Comments: This is a very humbling experience for me. I appreciate all the help and support my chiefs have provided me to get me where I am today. I hope I can pass it down to my sailors half as well as it was passed down to me.
Date: 11:39pm
From: STSC(sel) Joshua Askew
Duty Stations: USS Topeka, SSEP det Pearl Harbor, OSU 06666, NR NMAWC
Comments: I am thankful for all the Genuines who were patient with me and provided guidance.
Date: 09:37pm
From: ETC(SS) (SEL) Kent Emory Page
Duty Stations: DESRON 40 DET B
Comments: What an honor to have reached this milestone! I am eager to learn from this fountain of wisdom and give my all to the brotherhood. Big Thanks to Chief Hutto, Chief Jackson, Chief Agustin, and Senior Chief Thompson for their guidance and support!
Date: 07:43pm
From: LSC(EXW)(sel) Robert Macero
Duty Stations: NCHB-5 CTC
Comments: I am very thankful for the many Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs and Junior Sailors who have supported me through out my Navy Career. Thank you.
Date: 03:20pm
From: LSC(Sel) Douglas Cowles
Duty Stations: NTM-A NKC Afghanistan/ NR NAS Sigonella 0192
Comments: From The Exalted Master Chief Dave Jones through to the Genuine Chiefs of NR NAS SIG 0192, there has always been at least one great Chief in my life. Thank you all for your support and encouragement through the years, it is my hope to make you all proud! God bless!
Date: 11:40pm
From: MNC(SW)(sel) Sean Hindley
Duty Stations: USS DEFENDER, MCM Crew Implicit, USS AVENGER, MCM Crew Impervious, NMC COMOMAG Division, NR MOMAU SIX
Comments: Greetings, I would like to first and foremost extend my warmest thanks to all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have guided me along the path that led to my selection for Chief Petty Officer. Second, thank you to my family, who has stood beside my decisions, given me the strength to keep pushing, and supported each of my missions in more ways than they will ever know. And finally, a big thanks to all of my Shipmates in the Fleet who I either been led by, had a chance to lead along side, and those who have hopefully learned something from my leadership of them. Without all of these people, I would not be poised for this chapter of my career to be written. All my best to each of you!! MNC(SW)(sel) Sean Hindley
Date: 03:58pm
From: LSC(Sel) Travis Devon Moore
Duty Stations: USS George Washinton,NSA Barain,USS Vella Gulf,CNAUK,CNFK, GTMO,Honduras,and NSWG-3
Comments: I served 11 years active duty and the last 5 I have been a SELRES. I would like to think: ALL the ABE chiefs and the division as a whole on the George Washington(98-2000), taught me what hard work is all about. 98-2000. Big thinks to ABECM Frazier, still here with me today. The PC Chiefs: PCC(Ret) Robbie Smith,PCC(Ret) Carmon Butler,PCCS (Ret) Jeffery Gibbs,PCCS(Ret)Raypier ,PCCM(Ret)Pitchard,(PCC)(Ret)(RIP) Andre Sermons one the best human beings I ever met.Taught me to go above and beyond for sailors but as well for people. LSCS Dustin Titlow for giving me a chance and keeping the heat on me.NDCM Zentiz and the entire Chief Mess at NSWG-3. A special thanks to LSCS(Ret) Franciso Q,I cannot spell his surname for the life of me but he is the very reason I wanted to be a chief. He did one of the best jobs at having humility but never losing himself being a Chief and I respect that. He respected the MESS but most importanly he never lost sight of himself, he is truly a Genuine person with or without anchors. He still mentors me today.
Date: 10:38am
From: GMC(SW)(sel) James L. Wolfe
Duty Stations: NOSC Chicago
Comments: I would like to thank all my junior Sailors for their support and the Chiefs for their guidance and mentorship
Date: 10:18am
From: MCC(Sel) Chris Laurent
Duty Stations: NAVCO/ NPASE-MW
Comments: Honored to be selected to the mess. Looking forward to maintaining the integrity of the mess and earn the respect of my peers.
Date: 10:14am
From: PSC(Sel) JAMIE CUEVAS
Duty Stations: MEPS BALTIMORE
Comments: Challenges combine problems and opportunity. Thank you, Chief’s Mess, for your support, advocacy and responsibility you have always taken on behalf of our Navy. Thank you for leading the way and preparing me for this time with confidence, competence and care. No matter how many awards or merits a Chief may attain, the Chief’s Mess will always be greater. Thank you to the many who have helped me along the way. V/r, PSC(Sel) Cuevas
Date: 09:36am
From: NCC(Sel) DENNIS BAILEY
Duty Stations: NRD STL, USS TRUXTUN DDG103, NMC FAR EAST SASEBO, USS CURTIS WILBUR DDG 54, USS JOHN YOUNG DD973
Comments: I would like to exspress the deepest feelings of gratatude to all the MCPOs, SCPOs, and CPOs, that gave me the knowledge to get me to this point and I look forward to gaining experience and a new outlook on the ways of conducting business. Most of all I would like to thank all the shipmates that supported me over the years. V/r NCC(Sel) Dennis Bailey
Date: 11:35am
From: GSEC(SEL) Neville Morrison
Duty Stations: NOSC EARLE, NJ
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all of the CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's that helped me along the way. Thank you to all of the junior Sailors I have had the privilege and honor of working with. My support will always be there for when needed. I would like to thank my wife, kids, family and friends for always being there to support me and always pushing me to great accomplishments. I did not get here alone and thank you to all for everything you have done for me!!!
Date: 05:26pm
From: HMC (sel) Jennifer Koziel
Duty Stations: HM-15 Norfolk
Comments: Thank you to all those that have helped shape my career in a positive way. I know I could not have made it to this point withpout your continued support and guidance. I would also like to thank my family for standing by me and supporting me for all these years and through the deployments. I am truely humbled and honored by selection as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 09:21pm
From: PSC(Sel) Shondra Wiggins
Duty Stations: COMNAVELSG Williamsburg, VA
Comments: I am honored to have been selected and look forward to the upcoming changes, challenges and responsibilities. Right now, I am feeling a little overwhelmed and have a lot of questions and thoughts that I hope to receive answers for from this process. As we get ready to start this transition, I am a little bit out of my comfort zone. However, as we go on, I know I will get more comfortable and will succeed!! As others have stated, I am at a loss for words and don't think I can fully express the gratitude that I have all those that have gotten me to where I am now. I will start by saying Thank You to EVERYONE that has helped, encouraged and provided guidance to/for me along the way. I promise to help, encourage and provide guidance to others as you all have done for me. Thank you again to ALL who took the time! V/r, PSC(Sel) Shondra D. Wiggins
Date: 04:57pm
From: YNC(IDW)(Sel) Joan E. Collier
Duty Stations: NOSC Louisville, CAI=NREURAFSWA ROC
Comments: Thank you to MC Greene, MC Angeline, MC Maddox, MC Rush, SC Prince, SC Shuttlesworth, SC Hickle, SC Greenwell, SC Buns, SC Kelley, SC Brasher, SC Grogan, SC Bryan, SC Powell, SC Peak, SC Winkle, YNC Johnson, ITC Fernanders, ITC Jones, ITC Brennan, Chief Kramer, HMC Kramer, ABFC Bryan, LSC Ebert, YNC(Ret) Thomas, BUC Driskell, MRC Smith, HMC Russell, EOC Sayre, EMC Wyngaarden, HMC Argabright, LSC Hardesty, HMC Blair. Because you all did not think it robbery to invest into my life I am truly grateful. If I missed anyone it was from the head and not the heart. Again thank you.
Date: 08:36pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Kristian J Whyte
Duty Stations: HM-15, FRC Willow Grove, HS-75
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected. I want to thank my family for supporting me. I would like to thank PRC(Ret) Gary Stroud for the training and motivation. Good luck to all the selectees.
Date: 06:57pm
From: LSC(SW/EXW)(Sel) Erik Schiltz
Duty Stations: NOSC Fort Dix; NATO Role 3 MMU; MSRON-8; MIUWU 214; USS Avenger MCM-1
Comments: I am humbled and honored by my selection as a FY-15 CPO Selectee. Thank you to all those that have helped to shape my career in a positive way I know I could not have made it to this point alone. I would also like to thank my family for standing by me and supporting me for all these years.
Date: 06:05am
From: HTC(SEL) Michelle Miner
Duty Stations: NOSC North Island; Bagram Airfield
Comments: I would like to give my thanks to all the Chief's who have mentored me over the years. My wish is to carry on the legacy and make my God, my Country and my Family proud!
Date: 03:22pm
From: NCC(AW) (SEL) Marlene Armijo
Duty Stations: Navy Recruiting District San Diego
Comments: I am extremely honored to have been selected. I would like to thank every Master Chief, Senior Chief and Chief that have provided me with their valuable time for mentoring and guidance. I would also like to thank all of my Junior Sailors who have worked their butts off to make sure that we are the best everywhere I have been and who are still pushing for success where they are now! There would be no NCC(SEL) Armijo, without you guys! To my two wonderful children Anthony and Kayla and my family and friends who have supported me in my Navy career, I love you and thank you from the bottom of my heart. There is no way I could have done this on my own. Hooya Navy! NCC(AW) (SEL) Armijo, Marlene
Date: 02:27am
From: ITC(SW/IDW/AW)(SEL) Josue Orantes
Duty Stations: USS Peleliu (LHA-5), NOSC Denver, NTM-A/CSTC-A, USS Boxer (LHD-4)
Comments: I would like to say thank you to all of the CPO's, SCPO's, and MCPO's that helped me along the way. Thank you to all of the junior Sailors I have had the privilege and honor of working with. Lastly, thank you to my wife and family for always being there to support me and continually pushing me to success. No one gets here alone and thank you to all!
Date: 10:59pm
From: ETC(SEL) David Johnson
Duty Stations: NOSC Erie, JSOTF-P, USS Samuel Gompers, NAS Alameda
Comments: I am proud and honored to have been selected. I would like to thank all of the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, Chiefs, fellow sailors and my family for their support and encouragement along the way.
Date: 06:21pm
From: BMC(SW) (sel) Arthur Henderson
Duty Stations: USS JOHN C. STENNIS(CVN 74); NSA New Orleans; USS CURTS(FFG 38); USS GRIDLEY(DDG 101); CRG-1(TEU)
Comments: I look forward to joining the mess & continuing the long standing tradition of upholding Navy standards to the highest level possible.
Date: 01:48am
From: LSC(AW/EXW)(SEL) Wilfredo M. Martinez
Duty Stations: SEAL Team SEVENTEEN, HCS-5
Comments: To all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs I've had the honor to work with over the last 15 years, Thank you! for all the guidance, mentorship and support. God Bless.
Date: 04:14pm
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) Wesley B Kasey
Duty Stations: USS Tarawa (LHA-1), SIMA San Diego, SWRMC
Comments: It is an honor to be selected. I have so much respect and admiration for the Chiefs who have gone before me; And gratitude, espeicially for those that were in my chain of command. As a Fireman and junior Petty Officer, it is nothing short of a miracle the Navy let me stay in. Those CPO's who refused to let me fail will always be in my conscience as I lead my Sailors. NAVY CHIEF NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 09:35am
From: BMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Cindy Berkshire
Duty Stations: CRS-1
Comments: It's such an honor to have been selected to become part of such a wonderful Chief mess. I would like to give a great big THANK YOU to all that have helped me through this journey. Thanks to my family (blood and military), USS George Washington CVN-73, USS Saipan LHA-2, NOSC Waco, and CRS-1, and all the friends that have given me motivation and inspiration to do the best I could no matter what challenges where ahead. "A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor." A special thank you to CRS-1 CPOs for breaking the news of my selection in a very special way. I will never forget it.
Date: 12:24am
From: ABFC (SEL) WILLIE CHATMAN
Duty Stations: FLC - SIGONELLA DET - B
Comments: I proudly served with many sailors who paved the way for me to get to this point in my Navy career. I am grateful and honored to be selected for CPO at NOSC Houston. I can't fully express the favor and blessings I have been shown through the Senior Enlisted Leadership GOD has placed in my path over my years of service. I look forward to passing on the teachings and mentoring sailors the way you have ABCM(AW/SW) Ham and ABCM(AW/SW) Campbell. Lastly, I would like to send a special thanks to my wonderful wife and children who have supported me in all my endeavors.
Date: 12:24am
From: BMC (sel) Brady Stark
Duty Stations: NOSC Springfield
Comments: I would like to thank all the Most Honorables, Most illustrious and Most Magnificent Chiefs in the Springfield Mess and who have been at the Springfield Mess who have guided me through the past 13 years.
Date: 10:47pm
From: ETC (SEL) Jose Alonzo
Duty Stations: CNFK DET B
Comments: I thank my family, my friends, and my military family for the encouragement, the help, and the patience. Bless you all.
Date: 09:19pm
From: MMC (SS) (SEL) Nathan Conway Fellows
Duty Stations: SRF-JRMC Yokosuka, NOSC Wichita, USS Virginia (SSN-774)
Comments: I would like to thank all the Sailors at SRF and NOSC Wichita for helping me to succeed. Without you this would not have been possible.
Date: 11:32am
From: EMC (SS) (SEL) Willie Thornal
Duty Stations: NR SPAWAR 119, San Diego
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Most Honorable Master Chiefs like FCCM Gaughen, the More Honorable Senior Chiefs like ETCS Oragel, the Honorable Chiefs like ITC Alisasis and ETC Krohne. These fine Chiefs have brought me to this level in my Navy career.
Date: 09:58am
From: NCC(sel) Leanne Uddin
Duty Stations: VP-30, VP-47, VPU-2, MALS-24, CPRW-2, VR-56
Comments: I want to give a BIG THANK YOU to my own family and my Navy family. Thank you for support, your encouragement and sharing your experiences and knowledge with me. You have a helped a small town girl accomplish goals beyond her wildest dreams.
Date: 09:37am
From: YNC(SEL) Benjamin Windsor
Duty Stations: Periodic Review Secretariat; NR Surgemain Kansas City, NOSC Kansas City, OSU 1349, USS CHUNG-HOON (DDG 93)
Comments: Congratulations to all FY-15 Chief Petty Officer Selectees and I am truly honored to be Selected! I would like to thank all those who mentored and guided me to this accomplishment, especially my mentor YNC(SW/AW) Thompson, LNC(SCW) Montgomery, ETC(EXW) Stephenson and EMCM Smit (Ret). A special thank you goes to my wife and family for their continuous support!
Date: 06:46am
From: NCC(SEL) Nichol S. Wallace
Duty Stations: NRD Jacksonville
Comments: I would like to thank my Genuines, More Genuines and Most Genuines, because without you I would not be here. I had the honor and privilege to be trained and mentored by an elite group of Chiefs out of NRD Miami, "ALL" of whom I will be forever grateful. I consider it a blessing to have been able to be in your presence. Officers such as Capt. Anderson, CDR Kyle, CDR King, CDR Rodman, LCDR Jones, LCDR Lisec, and LT Elipe who never stopped believing in me, thank you. In the short time that I have been here at NRD Jacksonville, I am comfortable in knowing that I am among another elite group of Chiefs, who will not rest until I am right. I want to thank my loving husband, AMEC(AW/SW) Upton Wallace, without him I would not be at this point in my life. He has supported, encouraged, mentored, and pushed me to greatness and I am so grateful. I love you with all my heart. To my son and the rest of my family thank you for your love and support.
Date: 01:22am
From: LSC(Sel) David Cortes
Duty Stations: VF-142, VAW-125, NAS Oceana ASD, VR-56, NOSC Nashville
Comments: I am very humbled and honored to be chosen as a Chief Select. I want to thank my loving wife, Jennifer, my children, family, friends, Chiefs and everyone who has mentored and supported me over my career. THANK YOU!
Date: 10:11pm
From: ETC (Sel) (IDW) John Olesky
Duty Stations: NOSC Toledo, OH
Comments: Truly honored to be selected. I look forward to working with you all someday.
Date: 10:08pm
From: BMC(SEL)(EXW) Richard Bivona
Duty Stations: NOSC Columbus, Ga, NCHB-12
Comments: I just want to thank all of the genuine chiefs, senior chiefs, and master chiefs for teaching me all of the knowledge and technical expertise of becoming a chief select. I am very thankfull and deserving of this special accomplishment. I want to give a special thanks to the following genuine chiefs, senior chiefs, amd master chiefs. CDMCM Travis CDMCM Lean LSCM Hill LSCM Davis BUCS Morrison DCCS Rountree LSC Gilley PSC Williams BUC Carrol EOC Gay HMC Brown EOC Daniels ITC Keller BMC Dickerson LSC Weaver CMC Wallin BMC Pritchard (RET) BMC Vanderlaan (RET)
Date: 10:05pm
From: HMC(SEL) William J Crain
Duty Stations: NavHospBrem, OHSU BREM DET D, DET HQ, OHSU Pensacola DET G
Comments: I would like to thank all Genuines, More Genuines, and Most Genuines for their support and faith throughout the years. From HMC Davis, HMC JG, HMC Neanover,, HMCS Yiengst, HMCS Jester, HMCM Watson, HMCM Insigne and countless others. The entire MESS has helped guide me throughout my years and for that I am eternally grateful.
Date: 11:56am
From: ISC(AW)(SEL) Michael P Landers
Duty Stations: AIMD Atsugi, USS Essex (LHD 2), Office of Naval Intelligence, OEF Task Force
Comments: It's an honor and a privilege to be selected for Chief Petty Officer and I would like to thank those Genuines out there who have provided guidance and course corrections when required. I appreciate your time and patience answering my questions, dispelling Navy myths, and providing me the tools, techniques, and support to succeed. I greatly look forward to joining the Mess, passing on what I've learned, and taking care of my Sailors as you took care of me.
Date: 11:21am
From: ADC(AW)(sel) Brady Tarkowski
Duty Stations: VR-53, FRC EAST WILLOW GROVE, VR-62
Comments: I would like to thank all MCPO's, SCPO's, and CPO's for motivating me and continuing to motivate me. I have worked for and with many who have helped me get to this point in my career and I am truly thankful, grateful, and humbled to be selected for CPO. I can also say that I have had the privilege of encountering and having some of the worlds finest mentors. They all have contributed greatly to both my personal and professional endeavors. I would like to send a special thanks to my amazing wife and children. Without their support and backing me with "our" Navy life, who knows where I would be today. I would also like to thank my parents. If not for them this experience would not be happening! Best of luck to my fellow selectees worldwide!!!
Date: 10:31am
From: ISC(SCW)(SEL) Matthew Groneman
Duty Stations: NAF Washington
Comments: I am honored and awed by my selection. Thank you to all I have served with and those who have helped me become a better person.
Date: 09:36pm
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Richard Mathura
Duty Stations: NOSC Corpus Christi, TX; NR LCS MCM FORT WORTH; SWRMC San Diego; MCM Crew Impervious; USS AVENGER (MCM1); MOMAU 15.
Comments: I would like to thank my genuine and most genuine's. If it wasn't for them I would not have made it this far. Thank you to my family and all who have supported me along my military career.
Date: 09:20pm
From: ISC(IDW/AW/EXW/SW)(sel) Jon Bocek
Duty Stations: NSAWC
Comments: I am honored to have been selected and look forward to the coming challenges and responsibilities. I am at a loss for words as I don't think I can fully encompass the gratitude I wish to express. I definitely would like to thank all those who helped over the years to get me to where I am today. I promise to help others as you all have done for me. Thank you again to ALL who took the time!
Date: 06:01pm
From: AGC(Sel/AW) Joblon Stephen Joblon
Duty Stations: USS Belleau Wood LHA-3; Strike Group Oceanography Team San Diego; CNATTU Keesler AFB; Naval Maritime Forecast Center Pearl Harbor, HI; NOSC Erie, PA
Comments: Just want to say congrats to all the fellow CPO Selectees and a thank you to all MCPOs, SCPOs, and CPOs that have and will take time out of their schedules to train us!! Tough road ahead, but keep your heads up and stay focused! Non Sibi Sed Patriae
Date: 01:43pm
From: ENC(SEL) Walter Quinones
Duty Stations: NR Surgemain Los Angeles, NR NAVSEA 118, NR ACU-1, USS Frederick (LST-1184)
Comments: I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to ALL members of the CHIEF'S MESS who, in one way or another, have mentored us to get to this point in our Navy careers. I am deeply honored. I would also like to mention special THANKS to my family for the support they provide day-in and day-out while we serve.
Date: 12:17pm
From: GMC(sel) Landon D. Bartlett
Duty Stations: NOSC Phoenix
Comments: This GMC(sel) is proud to carry the tradition of a Chief Petty Officer (in about 2 months). I'm currently mobilized to Afghanistan and will be back stateside in December. I have a wife (our anniversary is today) and a baby boy that will turn 1 year old at the end of July. I'm a gunners made since day one until the end, and proud of it. Outside of the reserves I work at Intel, Corps. and have the worlds greatest hobby...gold panning. :)
Date: 09:35am
From: LSC(AW) (Sel) Leea Rose
Duty Stations: VP-92, NAS Atlanta, RTC Great Lakes, NOSC Greenville, ASD McGuire, NOSC Toledo
Comments: I am very honored and humbled by my selection this year. There are so many that have helped me reach my goal. I owe who I am and the Sailor that I am today to each Chiefs Mess that I have been guided under. My career started out rough and if it wasn't for the great leadership and tough love I probably would have gotten out 10 years ago. I am looking forward to the future to be able to guide those as I have been. I would also like to thank my family for all their support!!!
Date: 10:50pm
From: AWFC(sel) (NAC/AW) Stefano Casandra
Duty Stations: Vr-54, VR-62, VR-53
Comments: Thank you to all who have helped me to this point especially my wife and my children. Thank you to my Senior Leadership at VR-53 for recognizing my efforts and to my peers for making my job easy and keeping me safe.
Date: 09:53pm
From: ETC(SEL) Jeffery Longley
Duty Stations: USS Guadalcanal(LPH-7), NCTAMSLANT Det Raleigh, SurgeMain Raleigh
Comments: Thank you to all of the Genuines, More Genuines, and Most Genuines throughout my naval career that have been there for me. I especially would like to thank ETC Cassidy, ETC Lowery, ETC Szafran, ITC Lang, DCC(SW) Hicks, MMCS(SW) Rosa, and EMC(SW) Williams for mentoring me during my time in the US Navy Reserve.
Date: 09:31pm
From: BMC (SEL) Steven P Gill
Duty Stations: ACU-1 Tampa Det. NOSC Tampa
Comments: Honored to be selected, thanks to BMC Korpi who inspired me and did not give up on me and all the Chiefs that I had the Honored to work with.
Date: 09:05pm
From: BUC (SCW) (Sel) Kenneth R O'Donnell
Duty Stations: NMCB 18, NMCB 18
Comments: I am honored to have the opportunity to join the mess. I am overwhelmed with questioning thoughts and I am out of my comfort zone. Being chosen is an honor I thought was further in the future. I wish to express thanks to all the Chiefs that have aided me along the way and I hope you all are proud of the Chief I become.
Date: 03:08pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Aaron M. Hoffer
Duty Stations: NOSC San Antonio, USS VIRGINIA, USS PROVIDENCE
Comments: Thanks to FCCS Aguigui, MMC Romeropacheco, and EMCS Salvatierra for all their help in getting here.
Date: 12:59pm
From: ADC(AW/SW)(sel) Bryant Cooper
Duty Stations: VR-53, HSC-84, FRC New Orleans, USS Essex
Comments: I would like to thank ALL, that has help, encourage and guided me along the way. Don't want to name - names and make the mistake of leaving out someone but cannot post without thanking my wife CSC Cooper, Penleope. , More than greatful for the journey this far and whats to come. ADC(sel) Cooper
Date: 03:21pm
From: DCC(SEL) (SW/EXW) Alfonso Resendez
Duty Stations: USS Shasta AE-33, USS Oldendorf DD-972, USS Ogden LPD-5, NAVWEPSTA Concord, CA, ATG PAC DET 221, MIUWU 103, MAREXBOAT DET 113, CRS1 "C" Co. 1st PLT.
Comments: I am honored to be selected.
Date: 05:28pm
From: HTC(sel) SW/AW Andrew Davis
Duty Stations: USS Tarawa, SIMA SD, USS Peleliu, NOSC LR
Comments: Thanks to all who have helped..
Date: 08:14am
From: SOC (SEL) Nicholas Waguespack
Duty Stations: SEAL Team SEVENTEEN
Comments: I would like to thank all the wonderful chiefs I have had the pleasure of working for in my career, without them I would not be the operator I am today.
Date: 08:00pm
From: DCC (sel) Darren Alford
Duty Stations: USS Arthur W. Radford (DD968), NASKW, NOSC Saginaw
Comments: I would like to thank all the Honorable Genuine Master Chiefs, More Honorable Senior Chiefs and Honorable Chiefs that helped pave the road to my selection as Chief. A special thank you to Genuine Senior Chief Dotson for standing with me when I needed help and for cashing the checks my a-- couldn't cash. To PISTOL for leading by example and expanding my horizons I say thank you and CHEERS!(not until 13SEP14) I would also like to take time and thank Genuine Chief Moore for showing me you don't have to rely on intimidation and threats to accomplish objectives. Finally, I would like to thank Honorable Chief Milton the walking talking fountain of endless knowledge on all things that showed me what it meant to challenge myself and how be a disciplined learner. I'm sure I missed a few so if you recall service with me reach out. Respectfully DCC(sel) Alford
Date: 02:18pm
From: SOC (Sel) Lawrence Beckhaus
Duty Stations: SEAL Team SEVENTEEN
Comments: Thanks to the mess at ST-17 and NSWG-11 that have guided me. I have had many mentors and leaders that have "brought me along", and I am excited to be a part of the Goat Locker.
Date: 08:15am
From: CTNC(IDW/SW) (Sel) Derek Gallegos
Duty Stations: NSWDG Prev: NRNIOC Colorado, USS Cape St George, NIOC Misawa.
Comments: I am extremely honored to have the opportunity to join this hallowed mess. This is all surreal and slightly overwhelming. The fact that I have been chosen to become something that has been out of reach, for so many, for so long, only adds to the excitment. I can only hope that I can humbly operate as a chief like many of my mentors in the past. Thank you!
Date: 02:03am
From: CTRC (SEL) Alfredo Jauregui Jr
Duty Stations: NR NIOC-HI CAMP PARKS
Comments: I am honored to have been selected as a FY 15 Chief Petty Officer Selectee in the United States Naval Reserve. I would like to thank all those who mentored and guided me to achieve this goal. Some of those include: CTTCS Newbill, CTIC (Ret.) Grace, CTTC Jetmir, CTIC Teng, and CTIC Kumagai. I also want to thank my family for supporting me throughout my career.
Date: 11:40pm
From: ENC(SCW)(SEL) Kurt Freshwater
Duty Stations: LHD-6; IBU-14; ACB-1; SEAL Team 18; NSWU-1
Comments: It is an honor to be selected. As the season gets closer, I look forward to the training and guidance. There's alot of people to thank who helped get me here and I hope to thank most of them in the near future. I hope to repay my Navy brothers and sisters, by helping others sign into this Deck Log in future Selections to come.
Date: 10:56pm
From: BUC(SCW)(Sel) Patrick M. Ferguson
Duty Stations: NMCB 22, SEAL Team 17 CSS 17A
Comments: Words simply cannot express the gratitude I have for those who put their faith and effort into getting me to where I am today. 24 years ago I was Private Ferguson bouncing around in an M1 Abrams. Today, a whole different service and the opportunity to really make a difference in other people's lives and careers. I aspire to the level of greatness of those who have gone before me: My Great-Grandfather, a Senior NCO in the English Army serving in the Boer War; My Grandfather, a Marine tanker in WWII; my Uncle, a Marine Infantry Scout and Purple Heart recipient in Vietnam; and the Master Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Chiefs who have shown me the way these past seven years since I came to the Navy. CAN-DO!!
Date: 08:20pm
From: LSC(FMF/EXW)(sel) Walter A. Figueroa
Duty Stations: NOSC Springfield, MO
Comments: Thank you for everything.
Date: 06:58pm
From: ATC (AW) (Sel) Kevin Branstetter
Duty Stations: VFA-122 / VR-55 / VFA-125 / VP-65
Comments: Truly humbled and honored to be selected. I owe a great deal of gratitude to the Master Chief's, Senior Chief's and Chief's I worked for and with over the years.
Date: 06:50pm
From: GMC (EXW/SW)(SEL) Eric Enrique Varela
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron 10 Alpha Company 1st Platoon
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled to have been selected. This could not be possible without the support of my family and friends. I have a great fiance that supports, and my 8 year old son who keeps me motivated. For my Navy family, I have served with some great leaders. Most of those leaders were Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that passed to me honors and traditions. So, I am looking forward to being part of this family, and being able to pass on the same to the next generation.
Date: 12:14am
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Gregory Holzwarth
Duty Stations: USS Rodney M. Davis (FFG 60), USS Port Royal (CG 73), ATGMIDPAC, NR JMAST PAC
Comments: A special thanks to every Master Chief, Senior Chief, and Chief that I have had the great pleasure of knowing and being mentored by. I am humbled to have been selected into the world's finest Chief's Mess. Also a special thank-you to this years selection board. Thank-you for seeing Chief potential in me. I am honored and proud to soon be a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 11:54pm
From: BUC (SCW) (Sel) Clint Campbell
Duty Stations: NMCB 18
Comments: A special thank you to my family for the sacrifices they've made. "Thank you" to BUC Mixan for seeing the potential beyond the rank. Thanks to BUC Mike Schreiber for keeping the faith. And thanks to UCCM Mitch Olsen for helping me keep things in perspective. This is a short version of a long list. Thanks to you all.
Date: 04:21pm
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Miguel Magana
Duty Stations: USW OPS DET ZULU, CFAS Sasebo JA, USS Curts FFG-38, COMSUBGRU 8
Comments: Truly humbled and honored to be selected. Thank you to those with who I have had the pleasure to serve with and especially those that have guided and mentored me. I would also like to thank my family for without their support and sacrifice none of this would be possible. V/R OSC(SW)(SEL) Miguel Magana
Date: 01:14pm
From: LSC(AW) (Sel) Reynaldo C. DeCastro
Duty Stations: USS Independence (CV-62) & USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63), Yokosuka, Japan; Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, CA; NCHB-5, Portland, OR.
Comments: I, LSC(AW) (Sel) DeCastro, am so proud to sign this Log. This is the highest achievement and milestone in my career. The Navy has been an integral part of my life and my experiences in it has shaped me into the person I am. I was born a Navy Brat, I was raised by a Navy Chief, and I committed myself to a career serving our great country in the worlds finest Navy. There is nothing better than to be recognized for your hard work and dedication to it. To be selected for Chief helps to complete my career story! I look forward to serving in the ranks of the Navy Chiefs as they are at the heart of developing sailors and to the performance of the Navy in the execution of its mission. I want to thank my Wife Jennifer, and my Mother and Father as I would not have gone this far without their support. I also thank Chief Ong, who has been my mentor in such a special part of my career. I thank all the Chiefs who I have had the pleasure of working with, as they are my role models. What I learned from them helped me to be the best that I could be. I also want to thank my peers and junior sailors as I have always regarded them as my part of my family, and it has always been an honor to serve with them.
Date: 12:01pm
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (Sel) David A Cobb
Duty Stations: VR-62 NAS Jacksonville, Fl
Comments: I am humbled to be selected to Chief Petty Officer. I owe many thanks, for I did not get here on my own.
Date: 11:02am
From: ITC(IDW/SW)(Sel) Shon Andersen
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT DET A, NOSC Austin
Comments: I am very honored and it is a privilege to have been chosen as a Chief Select. I would like to thank all the Chiefs who have mentored me throughout my career with a special thank you to ITC(EXW) Mendoza for pushing me and always believing that I would make it.
Date: 10:41pm
From: HMC(SEL) Kerrie Young
Duty Stations: OHSU Bremerton Headquarters
Comments: I would like to thank HMCS L. Sexton for pushing me, HMCM M. Grennan for believing in me and HMC C. Jenkins and HMC A. Whitt for inspiring me. Thank you for being the role models that I can only hope to live up too.
Date: 10:41pm
From: HTC(SEL) Richard M Price
Duty Stations: NOSC AKRON
Comments: It is an honor and a privilege to have been chosen as a Chief Select. Thanks to my family, shipmates and the Chiefs Mess for believing in me and guiding me in my Navy career.
Date: 02:16pm
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (Sel) Rodney Milton
Duty Stations: HMH 362 MCAS New River N.C., VR 58 NAS Jacksonville FL.
Comments: Thank you every Marine and Sailor I have ever served with. Without you I would not have made it here.
Date: 11:43pm
From: BMC(SW) (SEL) Jason M Smith
Duty Stations: USS GRAVELY (DDG107) JUN 14-Present, NOSC Baltimore JUL 10- MAY 14, USS RODNEY M DAVIS (FFG 60) JUL 07-JUL 10, NOSC ROANOKE AUG 03-JUN 07
Comments: I would like to thank BMC Espinoza, BMC Webb, ETC Luna, LSC Cataldo, YNC Lewis, CMC Smith, CMC Hunt, and ENC Freewalt. They helped guide and mold me into the Sailor that I am today. There are to many to list by name but I would like to thank all of my junior Sailors from over the years. My selection would not have possible without all of them.
Date: 08:27pm
From: DCC(SW)(SEL) Krystle Perkins
Duty Stations: NR CPPD SE
Comments: Thank you to all of the leadership that has guided me over the past 13 years.
Date: 08:10pm
From: AOC (Sel)(AW) Ryan Frable
Duty Stations: AIMD NAF Washington, NAS JRB Willow Grove Weapons Dept, HSC-85.
Comments: I am honored to have been selected. I will wear the anchors with pride. Thank you to all the sailors and Chiefs who guided me throughout my career. Also, congratulations to all my fellow selectees.
Date: 07:49pm
From: LSC (FMF/EXW)(sel) Walter A. Figueroa
Duty Stations: NOSC Springfield, MO
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs I've had the pleasure to know and work with, your support and guidance got me here today. it's an honor to be signing this deck log.
Date: 01:48pm
From: BUC (SCW) (SEL) Garrett Ray
Duty Stations: NMCB 5, NMCB 26, ACB 2
Comments: It's hard to fathom that 12 years ago I was a snot nosed E nothing who just did what I was told to do in order to make a living. I've always had the utmost respect for a Chief Petty Officer and at that time I never thought I would have the opportunity to be one. Well time flies and the day has arrived. To say it was an easy road getting here would be a flat out lie. I want to thank every individual who had an impact on my career and life whether it be positive or negative, especially my family. Special thank you to this year's selection board members who selected me to join the greatest brotherhood on planet earth. A decision that was made that I can guarantee they will not regret. Seabee born, Seabee bread, and when I die I'll be Seabee dead. Can Do THANK YOU
Date: 04:51am
From: LSC(Sel)(AW) Cynthia Colby
Duty Stations: VP-8, FRC NW, VAQ-139, VR-61, VR-51
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee. I would like to thank all of the Chiefs and Sailors that have helped me get to this point in my Navy career. Your time and encouragement was very much appreciated
Date: 04:07am
From: ETC(SEL)(SS/DV) Josh Leaf
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT 12/13 - 12/14; NOSC New London - USW Det R 11-14; SUBSCOL, Groton CT. 04-08; USS Miami 99-04
Comments: Thank you to all the mentors and leaders along the way. Especially MMCM Neale, MMCM Harris, ETCS Innes, ETCS Sykora, FTCS Moore, STSCS McCrory, MMCS Wykstra, ETCS Mobbs, ITC Burris and all the others who have provide guidance along the way. V/R ETC(SEL)(SS/DV) Josh Leaf
Date: 04:04am
From: AMC(SEL) WILLIAM SCHERR
Duty Stations: HS2,AIMD Sigonella,HS4,VR57, NSW
Comments: Its great to be a part of this historic Naval tradition.
Date: 03:34am
From: YNC(EXW)(SEL) James Ramirez
Duty Stations: NOSC Alameda, Camp Patriot Kuwait Naval Base, NSA Bahrain
Comments: For me, there are two moments in an enlisted member's career that should be their proudest. One, making the choice to serve your country by completing Boot Camp. The second, making Chief Petty Officer. When I started receiving emails congratulating me from my junior Sailors and I didn't even know yet that I had made it, it was the best feeling ever. The pride they expressed through their emails that their LPO had made it, let me know that they appreciated all that I had done for them. Then the call to my LCPO, AOC Mike Theide, was the icing on the cake. If it wasn't for him I don't believe I would be here. The mentorship he provided to me the last the few years have been extremely valuably and I can't express my thanks enough to him. I can only hope to be as good of a leader and mentor to my junior Sailors as he has been to me.
Date: 12:24am
From: PSC(Sel)(AW) Kevin Boston
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command (PERS-9)
Comments: It took 19 wonderful years to reach this point in my career and I have to admit that it could not have come at a better time. I feel blessed and very thankful for my experiences that led to my selection. I want to thank everyone that I worked with and worked for as I would not be here if it wasn't for you. This goes out to everyone that served with me on the USS Arctic (now USNS), VAW-77, PSD Gulfport, NOSC Long Island, and NPC. Thank you!
Date: 05:35pm
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Franklin Meade
Duty Stations: CRS TEN Bravo Company First Platoon
Comments: Truly honored and humbled to have been selected! I would like to thank my wife, Rachel and sons, Alex and Jackson for the sacrifices they make that allow me to serve. I have been fortunate to work with many great Chiefs over the years, but would especially like to thank the LCPO's and OINC/XPO's I have served under: BMCM Scott Hall, USCG BMCM Steven Cantrell, USCG BMCM Ross Fowle, USCG BMCS(EXW) Hagan ITCS(EXW/SW) White CTTC(EXW) Jenkins GMC(EXW) Blevins
Date: 05:32pm
From: LSC (EXW)(SEL) Eduardo Rodriguez
Duty Stations: LTF 97-4 KUWAIT
Comments: I wish to thank all of the Genuine Chiefs for granting me this honor.
Date: 04:07pm
From: AWFC ( NAC/AW)(Sel) Matthew Van Duse
Duty Stations: Fort Worth, TX
Comments: Truly an honor to be signing this logbook after so many years. Thank you to all who have helped me on this long journey.
Date: 12:51pm
From: ITC (SEL) Joshua M Edwards
Duty Stations: USNS Big Horn (TAO-198), JFC Naples, Joint Venture (HSV-X1), USS Independence (LCS-2), NNWC GNOSC, USNS Spearhead (JHSV-1), NOSC Springfield MO
Comments: First off, congratulations to all of the CPO Selects! It is an honor to have been selected. I would like to thank all those Sailors that have gotten me here. Specifically, my mentors over the years, NCC Knecht, OSCS Banks, ITCS Parks, and CTAC Voloski, I say thank you!!
Date: 09:08am
From: AMC(SEL)(AW) Gabriel Whelan
Duty Stations: FRC MA New Orleans
Comments: I am blessed to have been selected.
Date: 02:57am
From: ISC (EXW) (Sel) MACKIE C MCLOY
Duty Stations: COMPACFLT 0419
Comments: CONGRATULATIONS to all of the 121 CPO selects! I am honored to have been selected, and I will do my best to uphold the traditions of the Navy. I would like to give special thanks to ENC Mackie McLoy (my father and hero to this day) and Christa McLoy (my beloved wife who was brave enough to allow me to enlist in the Navy despite the fact that we were at war on two fronts).
Date: 11:06pm
From: HMC(FMF/SW)(SEL) Michael William Hardiman
Duty Stations: USS BOONE FFG 28, ACU-1,D BTRY 2/14,3D MAW, NSA MID SOUTH
Comments: It is an honor and a privilege to have been chosen as FY-15 CPO Selectee and to have the opportunity to serve my Navy as a Chief Petty Officer. There is still much to learn before I join these ranks but I' m looking forward to the challenge and the wealth of knowledge to come. The fact that I' am signing into this Deck Log is humbling but would not have been possible if it wasn't for my junior Sailors, peers, Chiefs, Marines,Officers and most of all my family past and present. For this I thank you and will not let you down!
Date: 07:24pm
From: YNC(SCW/AW)(Sel) Vincent Navarro
Duty Stations: CVN-76, EUCOMJAC 0592, NMCB 26
Comments: When I received the phone call I did not believe the person on the other end of the phone. I completely caught me off guard. I knew the results were coming out soon, but felt that I would be coming back next year to take the test. I first off would like to thank you my family and friends fore being by my side while I serve. Secondly I would like to thank all the people that I have served with, especially the ones who mentored me while on the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), EUCOMJAC 0592, and NMCB 26. I grew the most in NMCB 26, and cannot thank them enough for the time they spent teaching me the Seabee way. Thank you All. V/R YNC(SCW/AW)(Sel)Navarro.
Date: 07:22pm
From: NCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Joleen A Burton
Duty Stations: USS Kitty Hawk, PSD Pensacola, NOSC Peoria, Navy Personnel Command, VR-61, Navy Personnel Command
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends and every shipmate I have served with or worked for. Each of you have helped to mold me, guide me, teach me and/or lead me. I could never be more grateful and thankful for this achievement and opportunity.
Date: 06:55pm
From: YNC(Sel)(SCW/AW) Vincent Navarro
Duty Stations: NMCB 26
Comments: When I received the phone call, I did not believe the person that was on the phone. I knew it was coming close to that time that the results would be coming out, but was planning on having to take the test next year. I first off would like to thank my family for being by my side throughout my Career. I also would like to thank all the people that I have served with that molded me into the Sailor I am today. I would not be where I am today if it was not for the mentors that I have had on the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), EUCOMJAC 0592, and now NMCB 26. I joined NMCB 26 as an E5, and by their guidance they showed me the road to follow. Thank you, to all those that took the time to get to know me, and guide me down this path. V/R YNC(Sel)(SCW/AW)Navarro
Date: 06:41pm
From: ETC(SEL) Ronald Hawes
Duty Stations: SURGMAIN Las Vegas(currently); SURGEMAIN Moreno Valley; SURGEMAIN Omaha; NEAT Unit 208
Comments: Truly humbled! Even after the amount of effort I put in, I never expected to make it! I thank all who I have encountered in the Navy and Navy Reserve! You shaped me in to what I am now! I cannot count the number of amazing leaders I have encountered at all ranks. I hope I can perform, now, as I have watched you perform.
Date: 04:19pm
From: ISC (EXW/AW) (Sel) Alex Glover
Duty Stations: EUCOM JAC 0592; VX-31; VFA-136
Comments: I am truly honored to have been selected. I want to thank all the great leaders and mentors I have had over the years who have imparted their wisdom. I also want to thank my family for their support over the years, I would not be where I am today without them.
Date: 03:28pm
From: ATC(AW) (SEL) Michael Hopf
Duty Stations: FRCMA NEW ORLEANS
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has helped to guide my career to this point. I hope to become a valuable contribution to the mess.
Date: 03:10pm
From: PSC(Sel) Jackeline Rawls
Duty Stations: USS John F. Kennedy, NOSC St Petersburg, NOSC New Orleans, NPC PERS 9
Comments: I am grateful to my family, mentors and shipmates that helped me make it this far. I will be forever thankful for the support and guidence that I have received throughout the years to make me who I am today.
Date: 02:35pm
From: ISC (SCW) (Sel) Kevin Mills
Duty Stations: NOSC Memphis
Comments: I would thank everyone that helped me get to this point for all their mentorship, guidance and support.
Date: 02:25pm
From: YNC(EXW)(Sel) Marquell Vance
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command (PERS-95)
Comments: I have alot of Sailors to thank both Junior and Senior. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the leadership I've received good and bad, I have learned something from both. I also would like thank the Junior Sailors for their work ethic, effort and commitment to being the best Sailors they could be. I want to thank my family for putting up with the long deployments away from them and standing by my side and encouraging me through this long journey.
Date: 02:09pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Kenryck Pellum
Duty Stations: WIllow Grove, FT. Worth, HSC 5, VFA-204, FRC WEST
Comments: It has been a long journey to make it to this point in my career, and I would like to thank every Sailor that I have come in contact with along the way. You all taught me something and I wouldn't be here without those lessons I have learned and the ones I am still learning. Navy Chief! Navy Pride!
Date: 01:30pm
From: AMEC(Sel)(AW) Kerri R Noack
Duty Stations: NOSC Fort Worth, VR-54, AIMD Willow Grove, VFA-210, NAS JRB Willow Grove
Comments: To be selected was overwhelming, I am very appreciative of all who have been there for me and that I have worked with. I am also very thankfull to my loving and supportive family.
Date: 01:21pm
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) GUADALUPE C. GARCIA
Duty Stations: FRC WEST DET FORT WORTH NAS JRB FORT WORTH TEXAS
Comments: There are so many people to thank who have supported me throughout the years, however I want to make special mention of my Husband Kevin who has stood by my side even when my name was not on the selectee list. I hope to make all my mentors and current Chief's proud.
Date: 10:42am
From: BUC (SCW/FMF) (SEL) Philip Trevathan
Duty Stations: Naval Station Forfolk
Comments: A roller coaster of emotions is the only description I find at this time. 20 years of blood, sweat, and tears to reach a point in history that moves man to make decisions that can affect so many in a positive way. I would personally like to thank the mentors of Support Unit 3, CBMU 202, and NMCB 24 for the relentless efforts that the provided over the years.
Date: 10:24am
From: AZC(AW)(SEL) Jocelynn Bryant
Duty Stations: Test Site Catapults/Arresting Gear NAES Lakehurst, USS John F. Kennedy, NOSC Columbus, VFA-204, VR-54, FRC West Fort Wort.
Comments: I cannot say thank you enough to family, friends and every Sailor who has supported me along the way! I would not be here without each and everyone of you. Thank you to the mentors who have guided me throughout my career. Thank you to the Sailors who have worked for me and my protégés, for it is you that have lifted me up and kept me afloat. Most importantly, thank you ADCS(AW) Dustin Bryant, my husband, you are my rock!
Date: 08:47am
From: AEC(AW/SW) (SEL) Christopher Peak
Duty Stations: NOSC Tampa, HSM-46, VP-30 SAU, VP-62, NAS Sigonella, HS-7
Comments: I would like to give my most humble thanks all of the chiefs who took the time to guide and mold me into a future CPO. I still have a great deal to learn from so many great CPOs who are serving and have served. To those whom I know personally, and respect greatly--Thank you!
Date: 08:44am
From: ETC(Sel) Steven Lamont
Duty Stations: NOSC Greenville, SCSC Wallops Island, NCTS Keflavik
Comments: I have been privileged to serve with many great Chiefs, but one who stands out and was a great example and mentor to me was ETC Dolph, who I served with in Iceland.
Date: 08:24am
From: BMC(SW/Sel) Dale Marshall
Duty Stations: USS Emory S. Land (2001-2004), US Naval Academy (2004-2007), USS Blue Ridge (2007-2010), NCHB 13 (2010-2013), CPPD- SE (2013-Present)
Comments: I am honored to have been selected to join the few. A family of men and women that I as a junior Sailor look up to and aspire to become. I look forward to the upcoming weeks, and hope to see some of you on the Deckplates or shore.
Date: 05:14am
From: ETC(SW)(sel) Brian Sadler
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT N63, NOSC Tallahassee, CNE/CNA/C6F Det 108, USS Rainier (AOE7)
Comments: Everyone who knows me in some way contributed to my success. Family, friends, and shipmates alike... all made an impact. I have had some great Chiefs along the way and can only hope to live up to the high bar set by those in the mess.
Date: 11:57pm
From: LSC(EXW/SW/AW) (Sel) Roachie T. Robinson
Duty Stations: USS John F. Kennedy, USS Bonhomme Richard, COMUSNAVSO/C4F, NOSC Jacksonville (NCHB-11), Recruit Training Command Great Lakes
Comments: I want to congratulate all of the Chief Selectees for making it thus far. I also want to thank all of my peers and subordinates for motivating and guiding me to accomplish this goal. Without them, I wouldn't be here today. I am looking forward to being apart of the Chief's Mess.
Date: 11:28pm
From: ENC(EXW)(sel) Matthew A Kent
Duty Stations: CRS1 Wave 3
Comments: Congratulations to all the selectees! To all the chiefs that i have served with, thank you for letting me learn from you, and molding me into a future leader.
Date: 11:15pm
From: HMC (SEL) Kristin Nixon
Duty Stations: CRS 10 Charlie Company 2nd Platoon/NOSC STL
Comments: Unbelievably grateful that I have been fortunate to have worked and served with the best Sailors in the world and have been able to learn from those sailors, both junior and senior. Excited to learn from the tried and true leadership methods the Genuine Chiefs have demonstrated over past 121 years to create the best Navy in the world!!!
Date: 09:06pm
From: LSC (SW/IDW) (Sel) Katherine Hoops
Duty Stations: USS Comstock LSD-45, DLA-LAT Columbus, OH, DLA-LAT Richmond, VA
Comments: What an honor to be chosen and this would never have happened if it weren't for my family and all the men and women I have met and worked with throughout my career. Thank you to all the Chiefs and mentors who have guided me along the way!
Date: 08:12pm
From: BUC (SCW) (SEL) Craig Sanders
Duty Stations: NMCB 26, NMCB 25
Comments: It's an honor to have been selected . Thanks to all who have mentored me to this point of my military career. Thanks to my wife and two daughters for all their love and support throughout my military career this far.
Date: 07:49pm
From: OSC (SEL) Devvin Johnson
Duty Stations: NOSC Salt Lake City
Comments: Very excited about the opportunity to join the mess and look forward to being a part of the community
Date: 06:30pm
From: BUC (SCW) (SEL) John Steven Davis
Duty Stations: NMCB 4, NMCB 24, NMCB 14
Comments: I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO EXPRESS MY THANKS AND GRATITUDE TO EOC DUNBAR, EOC WHEELER, HMCM DEAN, AND CM1 PROSSER WHO'S GUIDANCE AND INSIGHT GREW ME AS A PERSON AND HELPED ME TO ACHIEVE. GOD BLESS THEM.
Date: 04:43pm
From: BUC(SCW)(SEL) Jeffery A. Ely
Duty Stations: NOSC Pittsburgh
Comments: All, I am humbled and honored to be selected to Chief Petty Officer and would like to Thank everyone who has mentored and led me to this point of my career. Thank You BUC(SCW)(SEL) Ely
Date: 03:57pm
From: ETC(SEL) Ron Douglas
Duty Stations: SURGEMAIN - Little Rock
Comments: There are so many who have been a huge influence I don't know where to start. I thank all those in SURGEMAIN I have the privilege of leading through the years, the Little Rock FCPOM for the helping me hone my leadership abilities, Honorable Chief Stephenson from KC for being my mentor, Most Honorable Master Chief Huber for placing his trust in me as acting SEL for SM-Little Rock, More Honorable Senior Chief Lynch for agreeing to be my sponsor. Congratulations to all Selects - together we can get through the next few months!
Date: 03:07pm
From: NCC(AW/IDW/EXW)(Sel) Christopher Mieczkowski
Duty Stations: HC-6; VP-30; VP-1; FRCNW and currently CFLSW
Comments: It is an honor signing this deck log and I know that I did not get here alone. I will not forget those Mentors that I have lead and helped me get to were I am today. I say THANK YOU to those MCPO's, SCPO's and CPO's.
Date: 02:11am
From: YNC(EXW)(Sel) Angelia Caines
Duty Stations: NOSC Meridian; NOSC Atlanta
Comments: Much gratitude to the many who have aided me on this rewarding journey; the achievement of this long-term military goal, set during my initial enlistment, is my testimony of what great leadership I have been under and amidst. I accept this advancement along with the assignment of elevated teamwork and leadership. Special acknowledgement to my mentors of the Chief's Mess. Lastly, Congratulations to all FY15 Selectees!
Date: 12:17am
From: EMC (SW/AW) (Sel) Mohsin Ali
Duty Stations: USS Supply, USS Detroit, MIUW-208, TRF KingsBay, SurgeMain Miami
Comments: I am honored to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer. I have been very fortunate to have worked for some of the best Navy Chiefs & Officers, especially in the SurgeMain community. I would like to thank MMC Marcello for all the mentoring & guidance he has provided me along the way and believing in me. Special thanks to my wife & two beautiful daughters!
Date: 11:58pm
From: DCC (SEL) Matthew Darron Busch
Duty Stations: NAVMAG Indian Island DET B; COMDESRON 24; USS Ingraham (FFG-61)
Comments: I would like to thank my family and all of the shipmates with whom I have worked during my naval career. Each and everyone of you has influenced me in some way that has enabled me to become Selected for the rank of Chief Petty Officer. I am truly grateful to all of you!
Date: 10:58pm
From: PSC(AW (Sel) Patrick G. A. Snyder
Duty Stations: Fleet Logistics Support Wing, NAS JRB Fort Worth HQ, NOSC San Jose, VP-65, NOSC Detroit, NMCRC Sacramento, PSD Port Hueneme, PSD "32nd Street" & USS Lewis B. Puller
Comments: First & foremost it is an honor and a privilege to be selected as part of the brotherhood of the CPO mess. My hope is to perform to the best of my ability. I would like to thank those that have helped prepare me for this challenge. I would especially like to thank some old school Chiefs that guided me early in my career. Thank you PSC Posadas(RET) & Master Chief Plough(RET) not to forget PN1 Tadle(RET).
Date: 10:56pm
From: MMC(SEL) Kenneth Stanfield
Duty Stations: N.O.S.C. Omaha; Surgemain Omaha
Comments: I am Chief (Select). I have been in the reserves for over 10 years and have been in the Navy over 21 years. My last active duty station was Offutt Air force base base security. SCW one was the command I was attached too. I was stationed on three different ship. the USS L.Y. Spear. USS Simon Lake and the Inchon.
Date: 10:13pm
From: MNC (sel) Jose Ignacio Petro
Duty Stations: NOSC Greenville, South Carolina
Comments: It is a Honor and a Privilege to have been presented with the opportunity to prove my self worthy of the Chief Petty Officer mess. I have been bless with the knowledge of so many Honorable Chief Petty Officers from : NOSC Greenville, COMOMAG, NMC Charleston, NMC Seal Beach, NMC East Asia Division Unit Okinawa, NPDB-6 and MCMRON FIVE/CTF-52.Also My deepest Thanks to : CWO Mark Paul, CWO Johnny Bogle,HTCM Bryson, MNCM Brenda Mills, QMCM Gary Frady, AWFCS John Macioce,EMCS Mark Jones,BMCS Troy Rholetter, ITC Matt Reynolds, HMC Lawrence Jones, MNC Bradley Derum. Than You very much.
Date: 10:07pm
From: AOC(AW)(SEL) Christopher Hevener
Duty Stations: NMC DET Fort Worth
Comments: Looking forward to joining the CPO Mess. Thanks to all my mentors who helped get me here!
Date: 09:05pm
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Philip Smaretsky
Duty Stations: USS Warrior, USS Defender, MCM Crew Leader, NRD Pittsburgh, Nosc Pittsburgh
Comments: Thank you to all the great leaders who made this possible.
Date: 08:46pm
From: ETC(EXW/SW) (Sel) Norman Raymund Sebastian Rasay
Duty Stations: NCHB-5; NOSC Boise; USS Klakring (FFG-42);: NAS JRB Willow Grove
Comments: I'm deeply honored and humbled to be selected to CPO in the United States Navy!
Date: 08:11pm
From: ISC (EXW/IDW) (SEL) Brian Mazuc
Duty Stations: NSWU1, previous NEIC 0106
Comments: This is truly an Honor to be selected by those whom I admire and respect. I owe an eternal debt of gratitude to ISCS Hill (Ret.), ISCS Hoblit, ISC Ashburn (Ret.), and the entirety of the Cheif's Mess and Sailors who have dedicated so much time and effort to train and mentor me over the years. I am honored to serve with each of you and am thankful for everything you have done and always continue to do. V/R, ISC (SEL) (EXW/IDW) Mazuc
Date: 07:03pm
From: NCC(SEL) Joseph Boorom
Duty Stations: NRD San Diego,NRD Denver, NRD Ohio
Comments: It is an Honor to have been selected and I would like to thank everyone who has made such a strong impact on my career.
Date: 04:16pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Troy Rudisill
Duty Stations: Andrews Air Force Base Maryland, NAS Sigonella Sicily, and currently at NAS Fort Worth JRB Texas
Comments: This achievement was not done alone. There are plenty of Mentors and Sailors who have helped me along the way. Thank you to everyone.
Date: 04:10pm
From: ADC(AW) (Sel) Mark Dean
Duty Stations: VR-54, FRCNOLA,HM-15, CLFSW
Comments: It is an honor to being signing this Deck Log as a CPO Selectee. I would like to thank the Chiefs who helped guide me throughout my career.
Date: 01:53pm
From: BUC(Sel) Edward Krueger
Duty Stations: Currently NMCB 25 in Afghanistan Previous NOSC Milwaukee
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected as Chief Petty Officer. Thank you to the Chiefs in my career that helped me get to this high point in my career.
Date: 01:19pm
From: HMC(scw)(SEL) Gerald Axsom
Duty Stations: U.S.S Belleau-wood, NH Bremerton, NMCB-15, EMF Dallas One
Comments: I am trully honered to be selected as a Chief in the greatest Navy in the world. I am excited and look forward to new challenges.
Date: 12:33pm
From: LSC (SEL) Alfred Wilson
Duty Stations: NAS Meridian
Comments: I would like to say, it is an Honor and a Privilege to be selected as part of the brotherhood of the CPO mess. A charge I dare not take likely. My desire is to perform at highest possible level as I have seen displayed by CPO's who gone before me and helped prepare me for this challenge. I give thanks to every CPO who's path I cross and that placed their stamp of approval on my career, leading and guiding me in the right directions. Thanks again.
Date: 11:52am
From: HMC(SW)(SEL) Amy Johnson
Duty Stations: EMF GL DET H/NOSC Minneapolis
Comments: I would like to thank all of the people who helped get me here. Too many to write them all here.
Date: 11:27am
From: ETC (SEL) Erica Witherington
Duty Stations: USW OPS Det AF, OSU, CNFJ, SWRMC, NCTAMS EURCENT, US Navy Ceremonial Guard
Comments: Completely honored to be a Selectee. This wouldn't have been possible without the Chief's that have helped throughout my career. Now is our time to train and learn so we can help train those that will take our places.
Date: 11:15am
From: PSC(AW)(SEL) Jessica L. Mayberry
Duty Stations: PSD New London, PSA Jacksonville, VP-69, PSD Key West, NOSC Rock Island, NOSC Minneapolis
Comments: It is an honor to being signing this Deck Log as a CPO Selectee. There are so many to thank that have helped me get to this point in my career. Retired PNC Ewing, retired DKC Tackett, retired YNC Whitefoot, retired AFCM Callahan, PSCM Eutsey, BMCS Hunte, AWFC Miller and PSC Hyman have all had a profound effect on me and I would like to say thank you for all you have done. I also need to mention that if it were not for the strength and support of my mother Marcie, my husband Bryson and my son Nathaniel I could not be where I am. I am blessed!
Date: 11:01am
From: ABFC (SEL) Frederick P. Harvey
Duty Stations: NR NAVSUP GLS FUELS DET D
Comments: I would like to thank the thank those Chiefs who helped guide me throughout my career. I would especially like to take the time to thank the Junior Sailors who executed their duties in such a stellar manner that enabled me to provide quality leadership. I look forward to this season as a Selectee and earning the respect of the Genuine Chiefs throughout the fleet.
Date: 09:51am
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Jorge R. Mendoza
Duty Stations: NR Surgemain NOSC Oklahoma City, NRD Dallas, USS Deyo DD 989
Comments: It is a true honor to be selected as a Chief Select, I would like to Thank some of my prior Chiefs, FCC Darrell Nelson ret., GMC Kuhns, FCCM Clemmons ret., FCCM Frye ret., and GSEC Randy Dane ret., they have Inspired me. My wife of 19 years is the person that has been the one to push me to this point, without her, I never would have been a Chief Select, Thank you Dear.
Date: 09:49am
From: BMC(SEL) Jeremiah Mason
Duty Stations: LCS MCM (NOSC FT Worth)
Comments: Thank you to all of those that have gotten me to this point. I could not have done it without thier guidance. It is truely an honor to be selected.
Date: 08:50am
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Christopher Deming
Duty Stations: NNPTC, NPTU, CVN 69, RCTQS, NNSY, NOSC Kansas City
Comments: I am honored to be able to join such a great mess, and to be a part of the greatest community ever.
Date: 08:13am
From: YNC(Sel) Derek J. Tyler
Duty Stations: NOSC Meridian (Past: U.S. Fleet Forces Command; VR-54; PSD Sasebo, Japan; USS ESSEX (LHD 2), Sasebo, Japan; NMC Portsmouth, VA
Comments: I would like to Thank all Members of the Chief's Mess that helped and guided me along the way. Also, I would like to Thank all Sailors that showed me the right path.
Date: 01:23am
From: YNC (SEL ) Gina Marla Green
Duty Stations: NOSC Pensacola, NSF Whiting Field
Comments: What an honor to be Chief Select. Thank you to all the Chiefs for their guidance and mentorship. My amazingly supportive husband and the navigator of my life Jesus Christ.
Date: 12:35am
From: AMC (Sel) Robbey Cuevas
Duty Stations: HSC-85
Comments: I am honored to be selected this year my thanks goes out to all my past and present mentors.
Date: 10:48pm
From: ITC (Sel) David Malkind
Duty Stations: SURGEMAIN ALAMEDA
Comments: This is an unbelievable true honor to have made it here. I cannot believe I am even allowed to sign such an awesome CHIEF'S DECK LOG. Looking at these CHIEF PETTY OFFICER SELECTED AND PROUD emblems truly blows my mind. It partly seams surreal. Since I was informed, I've reflected daily how I got here. Every Chief I've ever known played a role in somehow getting me here. I am excited about truly being a Chief and being the best one I can be. Thank you to all Chiefs and all mentors who have brought me aboard this incredible journey of honor.
Date: 09:15pm
From: ETC (SW/EXW)(SEL) Phillip Makuch
Duty Stations: NOSC Richmond, MSRON TWO, SCRMC Ingleside, TX, NOSC Columbus, GA, USS Boone FFG28
Comments: I'm a extremely honored to be Selected to become a Chief Petty Officer. Thanks too the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that guided and pushed me to achieve goals that I would never thought would happen. Special thanks to my wife for the sacrifices and enduring love so that I could reach them.
Date: 08:45pm
From: ISC (SS) (Sel) Craig T. Jones
Duty Stations: JAC EUCOM 0613
Comments: Truly humbling experience to be selected and I am looking forward growing and learning how to be a quality leader in the Mess.
Date: 07:49pm
From: AGC(IDW)(sel) Koreana S. Hennessey
Duty Stations: NMORA 2186
Comments: I am very excited, proud, honored, and humbled by this. I have so much to learn and I am looking forward to taking in as much knowledge and information as I can from those who have gone before me. Many good people have guided me to where I am today and I hope to be able to give something back to them and make them proud!
Date: 07:23pm
From: AGC(sel) David Harding Hunter
Duty Stations: NMORA 1570 - FWC San Diego - NOSC Fort Worth -- Stennis Space Center - ASW Reachback Cell
Comments: I am honored, blessed and thankful for the opportunity to serve my fellow shipmates. There are so many that I would like to think for providing this path to be here. First (though not Navy)my father SFC(ret) James R. Hunter in the Army and essential gave me the model of what I am. My uncle, MMCS(ret) Clarence Hunter but the first place I ever served at the Fort Worth Weather Detachment there was a crusty old retired AGCS named Mr. Quirk. I was kind of scared of him but I worked hard and he really gave me a lot of training (may he rest in peace). Senior Chief Rusty Eichblatt. He probably did not realize the impression that he made but it showed me some of value of being a Chief. In my command there have been many but I do hold a debt of gratitude to AGCM(ret) David Trevino. He always was very calm and controlled and he did a lot of hard work to help me get to where I am today. MMC Mike Robeson who was over me in the US Frank Cable (when I was still a fireman) I wish I could find him to say thanks. I also want to say that most of my COs and OICs were former enlisted who had crossed over (Including Captain Amis and LT Dingmore). I think these were and still are some of the best leaders in the world. I wish I could list them all but I will be walking in big footsteps where ever I go. If I can only fill a little of those footsteps I will be doing alright.
Date: 07:23pm
From: YNC(SEL) (SW/AW/EXW/IDW) Ramon V. Cruz
Duty Stations: USS STERETT (DDG 104)
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 06:26pm
From: SOC (SEL) Carson Atkinson
Duty Stations: ST-17
Comments: Looking forward to joing the CPO Mess. Thanks to all my mentors who have guided me in this process in becoming a Navy Chief.
Date: 05:38pm
From: GSMC (SEL) Lucas Scheck
Duty Stations: NOSC Chicago
Comments: I am honored and excited to be selected FY2015 CPO.
Date: 04:32pm
From: AGC(AW)(SEL) L. Sean Park
Duty Stations: Current: NMORA 2089, Previous: NMOPDD Pacific, ECRC Norfolk (TAD to Balad Iraq), National Ice Center, USS John C. Stennis
Comments: There are too many to thank and they all deserve special thanks; Family, colleagues and shipmates.
Date: 03:44pm
From: HMC (FMF) (Sel) Brian Cavanaugh
Duty Stations: EMF Great Lakes 1 Det X NOSC Youngstown, Oh
Comments: Honored to be selected. Thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs who have mentored me over the years. Thank you to all my shipmates who I have worked with over the years.
Date: 02:35pm
From: AGC(IDW)(SEL) Gregory Hanks
Duty Stations: NOSC WHIDBEY ISLAND
Comments: I'm proud and excited to be selected for Chief Petty Officer. I'd like to thank the sailors and leadership of NMORA 2089, in particular AGCS(ret) John Miller, for all their support and training to help me achieve all that I have to this point. I look forward to the new challenges and opportunities this new path will provide.
Date: 01:28pm
From: GMC (EXW/SW)(SEL) Jeremy Duprey
Duty Stations: Costal Riverine Squadron EIGHT
Comments: Its an honor and a great day to be selected to the rank of Chief Petty Officer! Over the years of our career's you hope to get to this point. I've had great Chiefs and Fellow First Classes that have gone on to Chief before me that have guided me and helped me out. I hope to now transition to Chief and help out my brothers and sisters and the sailors that are in line next.
Date: 12:51pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Bobby Lee Glover
Duty Stations: HM-14
Comments: I would like to thank all the chiefs for their leadership and faith that they have in me.
Date: 12:23pm
From: YNC(EXW/SW/AW) (Sel) Nicolette Thompson
Duty Stations: ST-17 CSS-A
Comments: I'm honored to have been selected. I cannot thank everyone enough for all the mentoring and guidance I have received from those I have served with and those I continue to serve with. I hope to make you all proud!
Date: 10:20am
From: SBC(SWCC/EXW/ESWS)(SEL) Raymond Constantine
Duty Stations: NSWU1
Comments: To all honorable chiefs I look forward to becoming apart of this time honored mess and know that I will up hold the traditions and values that make the goat locker what it is. If you would please also cc me any additional info at my civilian account since I am currently overseas with out nipper access from time to time. raymondconstantine1984@gmail.com V/R SBC(SEL) Raymond Constantine
Date: 08:14am
From: ISC (SEL) Dylan A. Townsley
Duty Stations: NAVCENT 0174 (NAS Jacksonville, FL)
Comments: Thanks to my family, especially my father, CAPT Keith G. Townsley, SC, USNR (Ret.) I would also like to thank ISC (SS) Todd Miller, who helped me stay sane in Kandahar, and ISCM (SS) Dale Modzelewski, who gave me an opportunity to lead, while embodying the Navy Core Values.
Date: 06:50am
From: ITC (Sel) James Paul Reisenburg
Duty Stations: NOSC DENVER, CNE/CNA C6F
Comments: More towards the Navy side, I would like to thank ITC Doug Kasel, LSCS Anton Reichert, HMCS Dan Prior, OSC Ed Belmore, and GMC Jess Peek. These fine gentlemen have provided valuable guidance in not only my Navy career but also my civilian career. On the home front, I'd like to thank my wife of almost 23 years, Roni Reisenburg, for all of her support and encouragement. I'd like to thank my two kids, Jamie and Jordan, for giving me the motivation to press onward. It's all for you guys.
Date: 04:22am
From: QMC (sel) Donald E Stroud IV
Duty Stations: CRS-3 / CCB
Comments: I am very proud to have been selected for Chief Petty Officer. In my career of 17 years I have been very fortunate to have worked for some of the best Cheif's in the Navy. I am looking forward to the new challanges ahead. Thank you to all the Chiefs in my career. I will not let you down.
Date: 03:15am
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) Sammy Lee Foxx, Jr
Duty Stations: VR-61
Comments: I was smiling yesterday,I am smiling today and I will smile tomorrow. Simply because my journey began a long time ago. Thanks to all the CO's, CMC's, Chief's, junior sailors and my family that contributed to this milestone in my career.
Date: 01:19am
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Tracey Shawn Martin
Duty Stations: NMCB 26/ NCHB 10
Comments: I am honored to have been selected this season. I have been waiting for this time to come for quite some time now, and here it is. I would like to thank all the personnel in NMCB 26 and NCHB 10 for helping me get to this point of my career. I could have never gotten here without your hard work and help along the way. I would also like to thank all of my seniors both prior and present for believing in me and giving me the opportunity and advise to help me succeed. I can not say it enough, Thank You All!!!
Date: 10:30pm
From: ISC (EXW) (SEL) Carl J Kaeser
Duty Stations: EUCOM JAC 0167, Ft Gillem GA
Comments: I am honored to have been selected as a FY 15 Chief Petty Officer Selectee in the U.S. Navy. I have been guided and mentored by the best. I am humbled to have benefited from the time, service and effort of such a dedicated Chief’s mess.
Date: 08:35pm
From: LSC (AW/SW) (SEL) MAYRA G. FLETES
Duty Stations: NAS JRB NEW ORLEANS (VFA-204)
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family and all that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 08:01pm
From: BUC(EXW)(SEL) KEVIN HILER
Duty Stations: NOSC Pittsburgh
Comments: I am Honored to be selected!!!
Date: 07:52pm
From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Mark J. Duerr
Duty Stations: VFA-204
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family, and all that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 07:33pm
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Stephen J. Will
Duty Stations: VFA-204, NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family and all that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 07:32pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Mike Bobsin
Duty Stations: VFA-204, NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family and all that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 07:32pm
From: AEC(AW)(SEL) Charles J. Hejnal
Duty Stations: VFA-204, NAS JRB New Orleans
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family and all that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 07:30pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Lonnie C. Robinson
Duty Stations: VFC-12, VFA-204
Comments: It is an honor to be selected for Chief this year. Thank you to my family and the Sailors, Civilians, and Marines that have guided me along the way. A special thanks goes out to the Rattler Chiefs Mess.
Date: 06:47pm
From: LSC (AW) (SEL) Yuvetta Abiera
Duty Stations: CNAFR
Comments: I'm a extremely honored to be Selected to become a Chief Petty Officer.
Date: 06:25pm
From: MMC (SEL) Thomas D Ludwig
Duty Stations: Surgemain Oklahoma City
Comments: I am honored to be a selectee. I would like to thank all those who have mentored me. There have been many as I started my active duty career in 1985. I do want to say a special thanks to my Chief that talked me in to returning after 15 year absence. GSEC (Ret.) Randal Dane. If it weren't for him and his insistence that I would be a good fit for Surgemain, I would not be a Selectee today.
Date: 04:38pm
From: AWFC(sel) Cecil Claude Honeycutt
Duty Stations: VP-30, VP-62, VP-92
Comments: Thanks too everyone that's guided and pushed me to achieve goals that I would never thought to be within my grasp. Special thanks to my wife for the sacrifices she's made so that I could reach them.
Date: 04:35pm
From: ETC (SEL) (SS) Kevin Metzger
Duty Stations: Camp Lemonnier CLDJ
Comments: Hello fellow chief's and chief selects
Date: 04:01pm
From: QMC (SW) (SEL) Shannell Traylor
Duty Stations: NR LCS SF MAYPORT
Comments: Thank you all who helped me on my journey.
Date: 03:44pm
From: GMC(AW)(SEL) Jeffery Kendall
Duty Stations: COMSUBGRU 9 Force Protection Detatchment Two
Comments: I would like to thank: Master Chief Donaldson (for teaching me to be where I'm supposed to be when I'm supposed to be) Senior Chief Coons (for teaching me the true importance of Navy Heritage) Chief Nokes (for showing me how to lead sailors) Chief Mitchell (for all those years of motivation) Chief Ramirez (for showing me the way in more than just the NAVY) Chief Padilla (for never forgetting about me) The Moffet CPO Association for being a true force in the Northern California Naval Community. And all those Chiefs that have gone before me who I hope to someday measure up to.
Date: 02:40pm
From: LSC (SW/AW) (SEL) John F. Rooney
Duty Stations: NRD OHIO
Comments: I would first like to say that I am honored to be selected. I would like to thank all those who mentored and guided me to achieve this goal.
Date: 02:15pm
From: HMC (SEL) Paul Howard Aleshire
Duty Stations: EMF Dallas One Det J, NOSC Houston
Comments: Thanks to ALL the Chiefs that I had the pleasure of serving with in my Navy career. I especially would like to thank MAC Flores, Julian as he was the very first Chief that began the teachings of how a chief would think and make decisions. He always told me to take care of your sailors! I also would like to thank HMCS Arnold for beaing a wonderful LCPO while I was serving with EMF Dallas in Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. A special thanks to HM2 Walker, James (now HMC) for teaching me a lot, especially with physical therapy, for both of us are PT Techs. Thank you to HMC Grimes, Valerie, HMC Stanfield, Wayne and CSC Jaster, Ernest. A special thank you to HMCS Elliott, Judi for her past three years of mentorship and guidance, I've learned a lot!
Date: 01:22pm
From: QMC (SEL) Monchito Bumanlag
Duty Stations: CLDJ Djibouti, Africa
Comments: It is truly an honor to be selected this year. I have been preparing for this day since I joined the Navy. I have no doubts in my mind that this is where I belong. Thank you!
Date: 12:46pm
From: LSC (sel) Umrella R. Burns
Duty Stations: Camp Lemonnier, Djbouti
Comments: The past couple days has been remarkable and surreal. I am deeply honored, blessed and humbled to have been chosen to be a Navy Chief. I want to thank the following people for their leadership, guidance and support. YNCS Joseph Carheel ITC Kevin Chambers LSC Dave Matthews OSC Israel Flores I also want to say thank you to the Chief's Mess, especially N3L CPO’S (to include(LSC Roxanna Cadena) at Camp Lemonnier who are always giving their best for everyone within the command.
Date: 11:57am
From: GMC (EXW/SW)(SEL) Brian Mulvaine
Duty Stations: OSU 1359, MSRON 12, MSRON 8, MSRON 10, MIUWU 206, USS Laboon DDG58
Comments: I am humbled by my selection for CPO. I am forever indebted to the many who have mentored, molded, and guided me throughout my career. Some of those include BMCS Sutton, GMCS Brodo, GMC(RET) Primm, the entire NOSC Battle Creek CPO Mess, and so many others. I sincerely thank all those who have given me the opportunity and the support to grow. V/r GMC(EXW/SW)(SEL)
Date: 10:47am
From: EMC (SEL) Richard E Powell
Duty Stations: NOSC Salt Lake City UT SurgeMain, USS New Orleans LPH-11
Comments: I am honored to be here, Nothing we do is accomplished alone . I am thankful for all those who have Mentored and guided me throughout my life.
Date: 10:12am
From: ITC (SEL) Jason Yoder
Duty Stations: NOSC PHOENIX
Comments: Exciting time. I am still in awe that we will become Chief Petty Officers. This is truly going to be the experience of a lifetime.
Date: 09:56am
From: LSC ( SEL ) Jose A. De La Cruz
Duty Stations: DLA DRT6 NAS JAX
Comments: I'm truly honored to have been chosen for FY15 CPO selectee.
Date: 08:19am
From: LSC (SCW) (SEL) David S Somerville
Duty Stations: DLA New Cumberland, NOSC Ebensburg
Comments: I am honored and excited to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee. Congratulations to all other Chief selects.
Date: 07:20am
From: ETC (EAWS) (SEL) Pamela Silbaugh
Duty Stations: VP-6, NASNI, NOSC Pittsburgh - CNE-CNA
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 01:13am
From: EMC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Marlon Sanchez
Duty Stations: Seal Team Seventeen
Comments: First of all I like to thank God, My family and those that help me along the way to this great milestone in my military career. I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee. Thanks NDCM Hentzen, ETCM Greene, HTC Brannen, LSC Borjon and ENC Hale.
Date: 11:20pm
From: PSC (SEL) Aubrey Dawn Baggett
Duty Stations: CNRC (PG to VP-30)
Comments: I am truly honored and excited to be selected.
Date: 11:02pm
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Shawn Gray
Duty Stations: VP-62
Comments: I am very honored to be signing this book today. I am from Tullahoma TN. And I joined the navy in 1995. First command was HCS-5 then VP-62. I went to VP-30 for FE school and then got assigned back to VP-62, then I did an RDC tour at RTC Great Lakes and now I am back in VP-62. Since I have been in the Navy for over 18 years there is no way I could list everyone that has helped me stay the course. And if I left one out I would feel bad. Thanks to all who have lead and guided me to this point of my career.
Date: 10:56pm
From: ISC (SEL) Tillman Lance Tillman
Duty Stations: USSTRATCOM JEWC
Comments: I am deeply honored that I have been chosen as an ISC Selectee. Most notably I owe countless Thanks to Senior Chief (Ret.) Ben McKinley, CMDCM(SW) Terry L. Hill, and CTTCM(SW/IDW/AW) Landry Joseph. There are several other Chiefs and FCPOs that have always been a motivating factor as they exemplified true dedication and a passion for the Navy and for helping our Shipmates. To All of them, I am grateful! Finally, I am truly honored to have worked with the Navy's Finest (Navy Seals at DEVGRU) because working with them has taught me things that I couldn't have learned anywhere else. "The only easy day was yesterday." V/R, ISC (SEL) Tillman
Date: 10:52pm
From: PSC(EXW)(SEL) Sandra Ellert
Duty Stations: JSOC, EUCOM JAC 0289, NOSC MPLS
Comments: Thank you so much to ALL who helped me get selected to Chief!!! I am honored by your confidence in me. Congratulations to all the other Chief selects!
Date: 10:51pm
From: YNC (SEL) Robert Lee
Duty Stations: LCS SUW, Great Lakes
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected as an FY-15 selectee. I'd like to thank any and all chiefs that have helped me throughout this journey. Mostly, I couldn't have done it without my family. Thank you!
Date: 09:59pm
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Harry James Egleston III
Duty Stations: CNRSE RCC
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 09:44pm
From: ETC(SCW)(SEL) Nicolle(Nick) Dupepe
Duty Stations: NOSC New Orleans (Surgemain New Orleans)
Comments: I am truly honored to be here today. ETC Jeremy Cornette, you are an inspiration. PSC Cavins-the Chief I wanted to spend more time with (good luck at your new duty station). ENC(Ret.) Chuck Smith and DCC(Ret.) Jeff Soyring- I cannot thank you both enough for your generosity.
Date: 09:31pm
From: ISC (IDC/SW/AW) (SEL) Joseph Rainville
Duty Stations: NR NAVCENTINT 0174
Date: 09:27pm
From: ETC(Sel)/SS Noah Furgerson
Duty Stations: Undersea Warfare Operations Det. X
Comments: I am honored to be selected this year. I hope to be a valuable contribution to the mess.
Date: 09:17pm
From: ETC (SS) (SEL) Jonathan Joseph Lindner
Duty Stations: NOSC Atlanta ( Surgemain )
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has helped to guide my career to this point. I look forward to working with all of you to pay the hard work and dedication forward.
Date: 08:50pm
From: LSC (EXW) (SEL) Laura Dawson
Duty Stations: CRS 10 Alpha 2nd Platoon, NOSC Tampa
Comments: I am truly honored and humbled to have been selected. I want to thank my family for all their support and every Sailor from E1-E9 that helped me get here. I am looking forward to proving myself worthy of this selection.
Date: 08:24pm
From: EMC(SW)(SEL) Brian K Farris
Duty Stations: SurgeMain Chicago (NOSC Chicago, Great Lakes, IL), OSU (NOSC Chicago, Great Lakes, IL), TSC (Great Lakes, IL), USS Porter DDG-78 (Norfolk, VA)
Comments: I am honored to have been selected this past cycle and I am looking forward to joining those whom I have looked up to my entire career. I would like to thank my family for their support throughout my career as well as their continued support. I would also like to thank the Chiefs who have helped shape my career as well: GSCS(Ret) Earl Robinson, GSMC(Ret) Ed Cadua, GSMC Dain Swaby, ETC Roger Phillips, ETCS(Ret) Don Fournier, GSMC Tim Alber, MMC William Bowman, MMCS Aaron Royer. There are so many more that have helped along the way and I would like to say thank you to each and every one of you. Congratulations to all of the other Selectees as well.
Date: 08:02pm
From: CTNC(SEL) David M Orcutt
Duty Stations: Active: Naval Air Station Beeville TX, NAVSUPP for Antarctica. Reserve: RDS Rome NY, NIOC Devens MA.
Comments: Nervous and anxious as what to expect along the way on this journey. I would like to thank CWO4 Scott Robbins for his wisdom and direction along the way to be selected. Also, thanks to YNC Christopher, LNCM Colaiacovo, and YNC Lahue.
Date: 07:59pm
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Taylor Fredline
Duty Stations: PATRON FOUR-FIVE (NAS Jacksonville, FL), CNATT UNIT JACKSONVILLE (NAS Jacksonville, FL), PATRON THREE-ZERO (NAS Jacksonville, FL)
Comments: Congratulations and Bravo Zulu to all Selectees! Looking forward to the season, and that combination cover! Truly and honor and a privilege!
Date: 07:58pm
From: ENC(EXW/AW) (SEL) Pamula Berlehner
Duty Stations: CRS 10 Alpha Co. HQ
Comments: I am honored and blessed for all the Chief's who had a helping hand in mentoring, guiding, and shaping me into the person I am today. Thank You
Date: 07:55pm
From: PSC(SW/AW)(Sel) Heather Huntley
Duty Stations: EUCOMJAC 0366, NOSC Chicago
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 07:49pm
From: ENC(SEL) Justin M. Scherf
Duty Stations: ACU-1 Great Lakes
Comments: Truly honored to be selected! Thank you to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Masterchiefs that have guided me on this journey and provided the course corrections that were needed! Congrats to my fellow selectees....we will get through this together!
Date: 07:43pm
From: UTC(SCW/EXW) (SEL) Kathleen Fowler
Duty Stations: CBMU 202, NCHB4, EODOSUTWO, NMCB24, OPSUP Greenville, NMCB 27
Comments: I would like to introduce myself. I am UTC(Sel)Fowler. I am humbled and proud to have reached this place and time in my ongoing career. I would like to thank every Chief who took the time to advise and direct me so that I could stumble, but not fall. Specifically, I want to thank BUC(SCW/EXW) Jason Sheriff who saw something in me that I didn't initially see. With his own unique sense of humor, he pushed me to be better.
Date: 07:43pm
From: AWOC(NAC/AW)(Sel) Joseph Burns
Duty Stations: VP-69
Comments: First I want to congradulate my fellow selectees and to emphasize how honored I am to be here with you. Second, I would like to thank in no particular order AVCM Campbell, AWOCS Lundberg, AWOC Daley, AWC Moore, AWOC Lacey, AWOC Overmann, CMDCM Petty, AWOCS Mcgranahan, and all of the sailors I have had the honor to work for and with.
Date: 07:20pm
From: ATC (AW) (Sel) April S. Wilder
Duty Stations: VP-69
Comments: I'm happy to be here!
Date: 06:47pm
From: AWOC (Sel)(NAC/AW) Tim Vaughan
Duty Stations: NOSC Fort Worth
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 06:32pm
From: AWFC(NAC/AW) (SEL) Clifton Wills
Duty Stations: VR-58 NAS JACKSONVILLE
Comments: I am truly honored to be selected!! I would not have this honor without each and every sailor I have worked with or for. Thank you
Date: 06:28pm
From: ITC (NAC) (SEL) Kymberly Dale Compton
Duty Stations: Current: JTF GTMO, Past: NAS Norfolk, VA/ VQ-3 Barbers Point, HI/ VQ-3 Tinker AFB, OK, NEAT 113 Unit St Louis, MO/ SURGEMAIN Indianapolis, IN
Comments: It is a privilege and honor to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee. I want to congratulate all the FY-15 CPO Selectees. I am grateful to all the Genuine Chiefs that have helped me to get to this point in my Navy career and they are: Most Honorable ITCM William (Bill) Green, Most Honorable GSCM Steve Brown, More Honorable ICCS Kathena Smith, More Honorable HTCS Monte Salway, Honorable ADC Anthony Hughes, Honorable PSC Larry Marion, Honorable LSC Daniel Blay, Honorable Joshua Tomlin, and Honorable LSC Edmund Parker. Thank you ALL from the bottom of my heart!!
Date: 05:40pm
From: HMC(SEL) Pamela Washington
Duty Stations: JTFGTMO-JMG, NAVHOSP Pensacola, NOSC Miami, NAF Washington, NOSC Youngstown
Comments: First and foremost, I would like to give an honor to God, who is the head of my life and my family for their support. I am honored and know it is a privilege to be selected for consideration to the chief's mess. I would like to thank Honorable PSC Cynthia Rivera, Honorable LSC Kenyatta Bennett, Honorable HMC Hermes Oliva, Honorable HMC(RET)James Holmes, Honorable YNC(RET)Duane Jones, Honorable HMC Kendra Coleman, More Honorable HMCS Luis Martinez, More Honorable Marty Mathias, Most Honorable HMCM Louis Bravo, Most Honorable Lora Hedien and all of the Chiefs of JMG Sierra/Tierra. You all believed in me when I did not believe in myself. Thank you for your loyalty and guidance. I look forward to your wisdom.
Date: 04:54pm
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) David Matthew Baur
Duty Stations: CV-63 (San Diego, CA), CSL det 305 (Cleveland, OH),As-39 det J (Akron, OH) NCHB-4 det A (Youngstown, OH), C5F/DFAS Columbus, OH
Comments: I am grateful and humbled to be chosen as a FY2015 CPO Selectee. I owe much credit to the leadership and guidance of the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs that I've had the honor to serve with and learn from. A big thank you to my Parents and my wife "forever your home" Michelle for the countless support and love.
Date: 04:42pm
From: ISC(IDW)(sel) Scott Matthew Elmblad
Duty Stations: SOCEUR 0208 Stuttgart, Germany
Comments: Past units/duties stations are JICCENT 0174, Macdill AFB, Tampa Florida and United States Africa Command, Stuttgart, Germany. Current unit: Special Operations Command Europe, Patch Barracks Stuttgart, Germany. I am very honored and blessed to be chosen to be part of such a time honored community. I am even more bless that I have had the privilege of being mentored by great Chiefs, Senior Chiefs and Master Chiefs, from Florida to Germany. Thank you to the Chief's Mess from NOSC Tampa; JICCENT 0174; U.S. Africa Command; United States European Command; and Special Operations Command Europe, if I can live up to be half the example you all have been to me I will have a truly great career as a Chief!! V/r ISC(IDW)(sel) Scott Elmblad
Date: 04:22pm
From: ETC(SW/AW)(SEL) JASON McDERMOTT
Duty Stations: NR MTOC WI, PATRECONWING10, USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72), NAS OCEANA DET NORFOLK
Comments: I AM HONORED TO BE SELECTED AS A CHIEF IN FY2015.
Date: 04:10pm
From: PSC (Sel) Victoria Lewis
Duty Stations: NOSC Jacksonville
Comments: I am very happy and excited about being selected for Chief Petty Office and look forward to learning as much as I can through this transition.
Date: 04:07pm
From: ISC(EXW)(SEL) Damon Philbeck
Duty Stations: IDC Region Southeast / NR JICCENT 0274 / CRS 10 / NR CLF 0274
Comments: It's a tremendous honor to have been selected this year. Thinking back to all of the commands I have been a part of and the shipmates that have come and gone, I was privileged to have known each and every one of them because all of them have helped me get to this point. I thank all of them with all of my heart and I am very grateful for the support and encouragement I've received from my shipmates, my Chiefs, and my command leadership. I am especially thankful for my loving family, wife Luisa (married 15 years now), one son together, Kenneth (13, Tae-Kwon-Do Black Belt) and my 2 stepsons Kurt (First Class Petty Officer in the Navy! + Wife Sarah and 3 daughters Callia, Cora, and Penelope) and Allen Prothero. Without their love and support, this would not be possible. I am also here today because of my Mom and Dad whom I love very much, who still reside in Hickory, North Carolina where I was raised. To all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs, thank you! To all my former shipmates, thank you! To all my former Officer Leadership, thank you! Humbly, Chief Select
Date: 01:41pm
From: AZC(Sel) Vanessa Reyes
Duty Stations: HSL-60 Naval Station Mayport, FL
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 01:15pm
From: ADC(Sel) Stephen Welch II
Duty Stations: HSL- 60 Naval Station Mayport, FL
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 01:13pm
From: LSC(Sel) Juvon Campbell
Duty Stations: HSL-60 Naval Station Mayport, Florida
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 01:11pm
From: YNC(Sel) Scottie Page
Duty Stations: HSL-60 Naval Station Mayport, FL
Comments: I am honored to be selected as a FY-15 CPO Selectee.
Date: 12:44pm
From: PSC(SW)(SEL) Badyre Jordan
Duty Stations: NMCB 17 HQ DET 2117/NOSC Akron
Comments: I count it a privilege and an honor to be one of those chosen this year. I'm grateful for the continued support of my husband and my family and to all of the Genuine Chiefs who've shaped my career: PSCM Christopher Stone, PSCS(Ret) Cecil Montgomery, PSCS Kevin Sparks, PSC(Ret) Geronimo Borgonia and PSC Dushane Richards (AND SO MANY OTHERS) - THANK YOU! I would not have made it without your guidance!
Date: 12:13pm
From: HMC (AW) (SEL) Eduardo Colon
Duty Stations: NNMC (Bethesda, MD.), S.G. Office-BUMED (Washington, D.C), NOSC Newport (Newport, RI), HM-14 (Norfolk, VA), VFC-12 (Virginia Beach, VA), VR-57 (San Diego, CA)
Comments: I would like to introduce myself: I am HMC (AW) (SEL) Eduardo Colon. I was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico and raised in Lancaster, PA. I joined the Navy in October 2000 at the age of 30 to expand my knowledge and experience in the medical field. I want to congratulate my fellow Selectees. It’s an honor and humbling day to be selected to be part of the Chief’s Mess. I want to thank God, my family, and the many mentors that have paved the way for this unforgettable moment. For the Chiefs who have guided and advised me to this memorable milestone in my career, I thank you. I would like to especially thank CMC Rose, HMCS Blevins, HMC Hordeski and HMC Sheppard. Most importantly, I want to thank my wife, Michelle, and children, Isabel and Nicolas. They have dedicated themselves tirelessly to my career and supported me through these various duty stations.
Date: 11:12am
From: ISC (IDW/EXW/SW) (SEL) Amy Kosowski
Duty Stations: NR ONI 1992; JTF-GTMO; Afghanistan and many more
Comments: It is truly an honor to finally be apart of the Chief's Mess. I have been striving for this for a long time. Thank you to the Chiefs who helped me along the way.
Date: 10:36am
From: YNC(EXW)(SEL) Mark Bleil
Duty Stations: NR TACRON 22
Comments: Congratulations to the new CPO Selectees. I am looking forward to learning as much as I can about the time honored traditions of the Navy Chief and making my contribution to the Chief's Mess in the service of our Country and the United States Navy.
Date: 10:09am
From: MMC (SW) (SEL) Jarod Lynn Hill
Duty Stations: NOSC Amarillo (Surgemain)
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who helped shape my career.
Date: 08:27am
From: ETC(SEL) Robert F. Chevalier
Duty Stations: SurgeMain Oklahoma City, OK
Comments: It is a great honor to be selected to the Chief community, one that has been many years in the making. It has taken a lot of hard work along with the help of many a Chief to get me to this point. It has always been one of my goals to make Chief and to continue serving my country's Navy. The Chief has always been the one you could go to for anything and are truly the backbone of the commands I have served at. My selection means that I will now become a member of that strong team and will be the one those look to now. It is very humbling when you think about the responsibilities that come with this selection and the role you will play as a Navy Chief. I am truly honored to be part a such a great community.
Date: 08:17am
From: ETC(SS)(SEL) Brian Fox
Duty Stations: SurgeMain NOSC Omaha; Afghanistan (Currently)
Comments: It's an honor to have been selected this year. Soaking it in over the last 24 hours, I've had time to think back of where the Navy has taken me. I have many great memories of friends, places I've been too, and blessings I've received from serving our great country. I'm looking forward to the next several years. I am grateful for the support and encouragement I've received from my Chiefs back home and the Chiefs I deployed with. I am especially thankful for my family. Without their love and support, this would not be possible.
Date: 08:07am
From: HMC (SEL) John Hanson
Duty Stations: COMMARFORRES, USS FORREST SHERMAN (DDG98)
Comments: I am an FTS (full time support) HMC (sel). Our results came out on 26 June 14.
Date: 07:06am
From: BMC (SEL) Kristie Hamm
Duty Stations: NOSC Miami
Comments: It is an honor to be selected this year to make the transition to Chief. Thank you to all the Chief's, Senior Chief's, Master Chief's and sailors who had faith in me and guided me to this point in my career. A very special thank you and appreciation to my children Trace, Katie, and Paul to my mom and all my family; without your sacrifices this could not be possible, I love you! Congratulations to all the Chief selectees I look forward to seeing, talking or working with you in the future. I found out on Thursday June 26 @ 1213 a time and day I will never forget.
Date: 06:25am
From: LSC(SEL) Felix Pena Jr
Duty Stations: Afghanistan
Comments: I was not expecting to be selected and totally caught off guard. I am humbled and Proud to learn that I was selected along with several other shipmates from my previous command, from other mobilizations I have done, and from home port. I will forever remember these days in uniform and all the Chiefs that have crossed my path and guided me in being a United States Sailor and following and believing the core values.
Date: 01:39am
From: ITC(Sel) Francisco Zuniga
Duty Stations: NMPS Norfolk Va, NMPS San Diego Ca, NOSC Guam
Comments: I am very honored and humbled to be selected as a Chief. Absolutely the greatest moment of my life. I would first like to thank my mentor, friend, soon to be brother, my Chief, YNC Steve Mundy, my CMC, YNCM Deborah Lee, thank you for always believing in me. To all the Chiefs that I had the honor to serve under, Thank you for all your wisdom, guidance, and discipline you bestowed upon me, I promise to continue you to pay it forward. To my family thank you for all the sacrifices you have endured throughout my Naval career I only hope to continue making you proud of me. The best for last. To all the Sailors that I have led and continue to lead, I will never forget where I came from and I will always wake up ready to guide, mentor, and inspire you everyday until I'm buried out at sea. Thank you!
Date: 12:53am
From: AMC(AW)(sel) Matthew Blom
Duty Stations: HSC-85
Comments: I am anxious and excited to start the next chapter in my Navy career. I would like to thank all the chiefs that have guided me in the right direction and that have pushed me in the right directions to make this possible. Thank-you
Date: 12:05am
From: BMC (SCW) (SEL) Jesus J. Saucedo-Moreno
Duty Stations: ACB1 Det 106
Comments: Biggest mile stone in my Navy career. I would like to thank all my friends that have help me along the way. Wouldn't be here with out their help and support. Thank you, for all the great advice. BMC Velasquez BMC Rabago QMC Warden BMC Copodana BMC Vernatti
Date: 11:52pm
From: AWFC (SEL) Donald E. King
Duty Stations: VR-55
Comments: New AWFC (SEL) here, I'm looking forward to the new experiences that await...
Date: 11:40pm
From: AMC(AW)(Sel) Nathan Truelove
Duty Stations: VR-61
Comments: Congratulations to everyone that was selected!
Date: 11:01pm
From: ETC (EXW) (SEL) Kevin Calkins
Duty Stations: CRS-1 B Company
Comments: I am very grateful to my Master Chief, HMCM (FMF) Cathcart and the many Senior Chiefs and Chiefs I have had the pleasure to server under. I am hoping to continue the spirit and provide the leadership that I have had the privilege of being a part of.
Date: 10:44pm
From: HMC(EXW/SW/FMF) (SEL) Jovon Wells
Duty Stations: NSWG-11, USS Curts FFG-38, NAVPERSCOM PERS-9, H BTRY 3/14 4th MARDIV, MWSS-473, MCRD Parris Island
Comments: I would like to thank my family, friends, and shipmates for their support. My selection is a blessing from God and I thank him for guiding me through the rough patches both personal and professional. I have been blessed with some great mentors whom I will mention below and want to thank them once again for believing in me and coaching me along the way: HMC Franklin Webster HMC Katie Adwell HMC Erik Saunders ITC Kane Elmore GMC Sean Pound PSC Donnel Wright BMCS Nathan Kvinsland HMCS Eric Provo HMCS Rodel Salazar HMCM Kevin Campbell HMCM Mike Wentzel HMCM Kenneth Porter PSCM Anton Barte
Date: 10:01pm
From: HTC (SEL) ROBERT A. MORRIS
Duty Stations: NOSC TULSA
Comments: I am blessed and excited to start my new journey.
Date: 08:53pm
From: ISC(IDW/SS) (SEL) Greg Neubauer
Duty Stations: NR ONI 1992; USS Oklahoma City (SSN-723)
Comments: I have had the privilege to have been mentored by many great Chiefs. However, OSCS(SW) Neubauer has had the greatest impact on my development as a Sailor and my becoming a Chief.
Date: 07:21pm
From: LSC(SCW)(SEL) Michael Shawn Hatton
Duty Stations: NOSC Shreveport,LA, NMCB-28
Comments: I would like to thank Master Chief Harper for always believing in me and BUC(SCW) Hinderberger for always pushing me to be better and be prepared. Also, like to thank my wife, Emily, for supporting my Navy duties and sticking behind me.
Date: 07:14pm
From: YNC (SEL) MICHAEL KILLIAN
Duty Stations: NAVCOMMSTA HAROLD E. HOLT; USS SCHOFIELD FFG-3; NAVASTROGRU PT. MUGU CA; NOSC SPOKANE WA.
Comments: Good afternoon, I would like to introduce myself. I am YNC (SEL) Michael J. Killian. I am excited to soon be part of the Chief's Mess. I was on active duty for 7 years and have been in the resrves for 10 years. I have served at various duty stations throughout the world from Australia, South Korea, Norway, Scotland, and was deployed in 2012 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) to Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. I am attached to OHSU Brem Det E out of NOSC Spokane, WA as the unit LPO. Thank you, YNC (Sel) Killian
Date: 07:13pm
From: LSC(SCW/FMF)(SEL) Susan Jerrim
Duty Stations: Defense Logistics Agency - Oklahoma City
Comments: I am honored, humbled, and excited to have been selected for Chief. There are so many who helped me on the journey and so many who are still helping me. Senior Chief Pribble, Master Chief Main, Lt Sorenson, Lt Vincentti, Senior Chief Perry, Chief Ebel and Chief Meeker are just a few of the many who knew I could do this and I cannot thank them enough and everyone else who in some way has touched my navy career. Thank you!!!
Date: 06:41pm
From: HMC(FMF)(Sel) Calisha Jameson
Duty Stations: WRNMMC
Comments: I am so honored and humble to be joining the Mess. Today has been a dream come true for me and I am very thankful. Phase II will start for me at the end of July!
Date: 06:29pm
From: MRC (EXW) (SEL) Forest Cameron
Duty Stations: NMCB 18 DET 2618, Sacramento, CA; Maritime Civil Affairs, San Jose, CA; USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), Virginia; USS Simon Lake (AS-33), Italy
Comments: Many and more… A heartfelt thank you to my oldest shipmate NDCS Moran, you are part of some of my fondest first tour memories. And a special thank you to my trusted mentor BUCS Cano… as you advised, I listened, and here I am. Too many to name them all but a respectful thank you to all the Chiefs, Seniors, and Master Chiefs who gave me the tools, knowledge, perspective and trusted me to use those tools.
Date: 06:04pm
From: AWFC (NAC/AW) (SEL) Ryan Carroll
Duty Stations: VR-61, VR-46, CFLSW, VR-51, VR-56
Comments: Congratulations to all the selectees, and to the ones that will soon join us. These last couple of days I have received an unbelievable amount of support from current and former shipmates of all pay grades. I am truly honored to serve in this Navy, and look forward to the journey ahead. I have the support of a loving wife, a son, and could not do this without them. Special thanks go out to so many Chiefs and great leaders that have mentored me in my career. To name a FEW: AWFC (NAC/AW) Dewayne Dixon AWFC (NAC/AW) Paul Herring AWFC (NAC/AW) Tony Roberts AWFC (NAC/AW) Kenneth Frantzen CMDCM (AW) Dean Nelson AMCS (AW) Chad Martin AWFCS (NAC/AW) Jon Wooten So many more, again, thank you.
Date: 05:57pm
From: ENC(SW) SEL Steve Gardner
Duty Stations: USS Bridge(AOE-10), CDS-24, Surgemain Atlanta
Comments: I'm very excited to begin this new chapter in my 18 year career. Thank you to ENC Dale Ruch, ENC Bruce Higgins, ENCS Julio Gonzales, MMC Brad Pelletier, MMC Mike Mix, and ITCS Jody Higgins for mentoring me and preparing me for what lies ahead.
Date: 05:55pm
From: LSC (SCW) (SS) (SEL) Terry Keck
Duty Stations: NMCB 28 DET 07
Comments: To all the CPO's of NMCB 28 a thank you is an understatement, but a special thank you to EQCM Celli
Date: 05:52pm
From: HMC(AW)(SEL) David Strong
Duty Stations: Alpha Company, 6th Communication Battalion
Comments: I am FTS currently on I&I duty in Ny. I very excited and humbled by the selection. Looking forward to getting started.
Date: 05:49pm
From: LSC (SEL) Cynthia L Mencarelli
Duty Stations: NMPS San Diego; NMPS Port Hueneme
Comments: I have had several great mentors, but the following are the ones that have been there for me these past few years and have guided me to become a better leader. HMC Chad Dawson YNC Clifton Howard HMCS Rafael Rodriguez YNCM Kevin Murray PSC Eric Dobbs YNC Sharrie Shupien HMC Luis Gonzalez YNCS Joseph Carheel ITC John Emery YNC Tanya Tedeschi and LSCS Gary King. Thank you all for your mentorship, guidance, and being great leaders to look to for support.
Date: 05:45pm
From: AEC(AW)(sel) Matthew Libbey
Duty Stations: VR-61 NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: I am humbled and grateful to have been selected to become a Chief Petty Officer, and look forward to the new experiences.
Date: 05:44pm
From: CTNC(SEL) Tyler Hollingsworth
Duty Stations: NOSC Salt Lake City - NR-NIOC
Comments: Very nervous and excited at the same time. Thank you to all the Chiefs that helped me get here. I'm looking forward to being a contributing member of the Mess.
Date: 05:43pm
From: PSC (AW) (SEL) Christie Rains
Duty Stations: NAVOPSPTCEN DENVER
Comments: Thank you to all of my Mentors and friends along the journey: CMDCM Helms, YNC (AW/SW) Hayward, and so many others who I was blessed to serve along side. My wife and daughter: I love you, I look forward to the next adventure and chapter in our Navy Life. My Sisters,Roxanne and Heather: I love you and you have always been there to support me in every decision. Thank you for always being on the other end of the phone when I called.
Date: 05:38pm
From: MMC(SS) (SEL) Sarito J. Murrellbastian
Duty Stations: SurgeMain San Diego, LCS MCM MP (Det 112), USS Connecticut (SSN-22), PNSY Point Loma, USS Nevada (SSBN-733 Blue), USS Florida (SSBN-728 Blue)
Comments: Thanks go to all of my family who have supported me through EVERY deployment and moved all over the US without ever complaining. I love you all ! THANKS to every sailor I have ever interacted with! Whether the experience was positive or negative, it was all part of a lesson that strengthened the tools used to get me this far. I'd like to also thank ALL the Chiefs I've served with on my previous and current commands as listed above and those that assisted peripherally…….. A few of the best off the top of my head are: MMCM(SW) Craig Cook EMCM(SS) Troy Harrell EMCS(SS) David Carlisle FTCS(SW) Nathan Crawford HTCS (SW) Patrick McCurdy LSC Kerwin Murrell USCG ETC(SW) John Gozo EMC(SS) Robert SanMateo MMC(SW/AW) Joshua Tomlin BMC(SW) Efren Reyes MMC(SW) Jaime Roque MMC(SS) Travis Feiring YNC Morrel NCC(SW) Jason Martinez & Chief Umpig at NOSC San Diego (Thanks for the late exam and the recommended record review)
Date: 04:51pm
From: ATC(AW)(sel) Kalan Harmon
Duty Stations: VR-61
Comments: Thank you to every CPO that has ever offered me guidance and course correction. It's an honor to be selected.
Date: 04:39pm
From: ITC(Sel) Angela Koogler
Duty Stations: NAS Whidbey Island
Comments: I would like to say Congrats to all the seletee's and I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Date: 04:08pm
From: BMC(EXW/SW) (SEL) Jared A Smith
Duty Stations: Nosc San Antonio, TX ACB-1
Comments: I’m honored about the latest news and my selection for Chief Petty Officer. Thank you Chiefs for your mentorship and guidance.
Date: 03:34pm
From: YNC (Sel) Dana Clayton
Duty Stations: COMPACFLT, NMCB-17
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that I have ever worked with in the Navy - you all have made me better. In particular, I would like to thank a few special people - ITCS Thornton, BUCS (Ret) Gilmer, CWO3 Yobs, EOC McGaha, SWC Murphy (My Mentor), CMDCM Celli, EOC Phillips, LCDR Scheer, the entire First Class Community of NMCB-17, GySgt Unger, EOC Vandenburg, CO Read, CDR Jilek - thank you for believing in me. CM1 Yarborough for teaching me the SeaBee Way. Most importantly - YN1 Clinger, YN1 Hart and YN2 Seibel - without you I would be lost. YN1 Clinger - you are the greatest! My motivation in life and my greatest support - my husband Rob.
Date: 02:31pm
From: MRC(SW)(SEL) James Lee Ogden
Duty Stations: SURGEMAIN Indianapolis
Comments: I would like to thank the following for their outstanding guidance and leadership: Most Honorable GSMCM Brown More Honorable HTCS Salway More Honorable BMCS Curran Honorable ADC Hughes Honorable MMC Tomlin
Date: 01:37pm
From: LSC(AW/EXW/IDW)(SEL) Carrie Hanna
Duty Stations: NRC Fort Worth, VR-58, ST-17, CRS-8, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, NOSC Tampa
Comments: I want to thank my family and friends who have supported me throughout my career so far. I also want to thank my past Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs for all of your guidance and support that has brought me here. I would not be here without you. To the Suncoast CPOA, active and retired, I want to thank you ahead of time for your guidance, support, and words of wisdom during my time at NOSC Tampa. I know I will learn a tremendous amount from everyone and will be forever grateful. V/R, LSC(AW/EXW/IDW)(SEL) Carrie Hanna
Date: 01:33pm
From: EMC(SS/DV)(SEL) Nicholas Ammons
Duty Stations: NOSC Salt Lake City Surgemain, Trident Refit Facility, USS Asheville
Comments: Leadership, vision, and guidance is a two way street. It is the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the Honorable, More Honorable, and Most Honorable Chiefs in my unit, the NOSC, ATs and all my shipmates I have had the pleasure to work along side with that have forged the shape of my career. I am forever grateful to all of you!
Date: 01:19pm
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Krisakun Nuntapreda
Duty Stations: NASNI, VR57
Comments: Getting selected for Chief isn't a task you do yourself. For all the Chiefs in my career that guided, mentored and supported me, thank you for getting me to this milestone. I am so grateful and lucky to have been selected.
Date: 01:17pm
From: ASC (sel) Jeremy L. Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Georege H W Bush CVN 77, FRC MA NOLA, FRC WEST Fort Worth, NAS JRB Willow Grove, NAS JRB Fort Worth
Comments: Congrats to all of my fellow selects as well!
Date: 12:46pm
From: MMC(SW)(sel) Elizabeth Baird
Duty Stations: NOSC Raleigh, SurgeMain
Comments: I am excited to take this journey to becoming a Chief Petty Officer. Congratulations to my fellow selectees.
Date: 12:37pm
From: GMC(EXW)(SEL) Scott Fessenden
Duty Stations: CRS8 DET G HVU
Comments: Thanks to just a few of the following Chiefs for their support and guidance that contributed to this milestone in my career: EMCM(EXW/SS) Ray YNC(EXW/AW) Squires MAC(EXW) Beaulieu MMC(EXW) Wysopal HTC(EXW/SW) Neales
Date: 11:34am
From: BUC (SWC) (Sel) Carl Loescher
Duty Stations: 31st SRG, NAVCENFOR LS Gulfport, NMCB 17 Det28
Comments: I am very honored to have been selected this cycle and look forward to learning lots in the coming months prior to the Pinning Ceremony.
Date: 10:45am
From: MMC (EXW) (SEL) Orlando Buenaflor
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron One
Comments: Pretty humbling when I received a phone call from our CMC to tell me I have been selected to join the Chief's Mess. Nerves was shaking so bad feeling exited at the same time. Thank you to all the Chief's and Super Chief's I had pleasure to serve with past and present for guidance and support. I am specially thankful to my family and friends who had made a greater sacrifice supporting my Navy life.
Date: 10:39am
From: HMC (SCW)(SEL) Rusty Smith
Duty Stations: NR OHSU NH PCOLA DET D
Comments: NMCB 22 and NMCB 28 Without the education and experiences provide by these CPO's I would not be where Iam today. THANK YOU!
Date: 02:02am
From: ETC(Sel) Courtney Caldwell
Duty Stations: CPPD West, ESL Det K, USS O'Kane, Ground Electronics Mayport, USS Kennedy, COMSUBGRU 10
Comments: I was excited and honored to find out today I have been selected for promotion to ETC. Looking forward to learning a lot in Phase II!
Date: 12:53am
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Maria Alfaro
Duty Stations: NOSC LA/CART III
Comments: BMC(sel) cheking in. Just found out about 4 hours ago, and I am looking forward to being part of the Chief's Mess .
Date: 12:41am
From: LSC( EXW )(SEL) Alessandra Landry
Duty Stations: COMNAVAIRFORES
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have guided me to where I am today.
Date: 12:34am
From: HMC (SEL) MARCH VILLAREAL
Duty Stations: COMNAVRESFORCOM
Comments: I am an FTS (full time support) HMC (sel). Our results came out on 26Jun14...so we'll be in Phase II for a little over 11 weeks. Can't wait to join the mess!!
Date: 11:51pm
From: MMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Phillip Charles Scott II
Duty Stations: Coastal Riverine Squadron One
Comments: Where to start, I want to thank my loving wife Brenda, my parents, step parents, in-laws, sisters and brothers, both blood and brought into the family, friends in foes, you made me the person I am today. There are so many people in my Navy life I want to thank. Most recently, BMC Kathy Baker, and OSC Shawn Walstrom who have guided me as my LCPO's and mentored me the past few years, putting up with me and always being there for me. And thank you Chief Petty Officers for selecting me to be part of Goat Locker family, today marks one of the proudest days on my career.
Date: 11:26pm
From: UTC (SCW/SS) (SEL) Christopher Sean deLongchamps
Duty Stations: Naval Construction Group One
Comments: I didn't expect to be selected for Chief Petty Officer and I am very surprised about the news today. I want to thank one of my first mentors Senior Chief Carl Wojtkowiak who I feel gave me a lot of opportunities to learn and develop my leadership skills. Senior Chief Joe Zaleski pushed me to see myself as Chief Petty Officer by developing the skills of the men and women I worked with and showing me the success that can be achieved through delegation.
Date: 10:54pm
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Daniel Lee Potwin
Duty Stations: NOSC Rochester
Comments: 12 years of hard work finally paid off! Still in shock that I actually made it, but ready to hit the ground running to make a difference and make those who have gone before me proud of what I have done, and what I will do. Much thanks to ETCM Barber, ETCM(ret) Miles, MMCM Chisholm, and HTC Weaver for getting me to where I am at.
Date: 10:48pm
From: BMC(SEL) Lawrence Amato
Duty Stations: NOSC Buffalo, NY
Comments: Looked forward to this day for a long time!
Date: 10:46pm
From: BUC(SCW)(SEL) Daniel Wayne Hamilton
Duty Stations: NMCB 18 DET 2618 / NOSC SACRAMENTO
Comments: To All the Honorable, More Honorable and Most Honorable Chiefs that have affected my career, my growth, I give an appreciative Thank you. It is an honor to have been selected as a Selectee!
Date: 10:28pm
From: BUC(SCW/FMF) (SEL) Nathan Arcoraci
Duty Stations: NOSC RENO, OPS SUPPORT 1961
Comments: Thank you for all the support that you all gave me to make Chief! Thank you Senior Wojtkowiak and Senior Zaleski Thanks for believing Chief Mowery, Thank you to Retired Senior Burroughs, Retired Chief Young, Retired Chief Hayes. Our deployment has taught me a lot! Retired Master Chief Bill Brehler thank you for all the advice and help you given me over the years, you are the best boss that I have ever worked for. When ever I have a problem or question I ask my self "What would Bill do?" I hope that I can have someone say that about me someday. Finally I would like to thank all the other Chiefs that have helped me out I may not have called you out but I am still thinking of how you all have influenced me. Thank you all I did not make it this far on my own. I look forward to the challenge and helping out all our troops!
Date: 10:17pm
From: GMC (EXW/SW) (SEL) Eric M. McCully
Duty Stations: NOSC Harlingen, TX; NOSC Spokane, WA (2009-2013); Riverine Squadron Two, Little Creek, VA (2006-2009); USS Harpers Ferry, Sasebo, Japan (2003-2006); Great Lakes (2002-2003).
Comments: I would like to thank all of the Chiefs and Sailors that have helped me get to this point in my Navy career. Your time and encouragement was appreciated.
Date: 10:05pm
From: AZC(SEL) Marco Antonio Moreno
Duty Stations: CNRFC/HSC-85/VR-55/USTRANSCOM JOSAC/NAS JRB Fort Worth RAIMD
Comments: I would like to thank AZCS Stockdale, AMCS Disabatino, AMCS Lapinski, AZC Pocchia, AZC Twedt (RET), AZC Edwards (RET) to name just a few for all your guidance.
Date: 09:44pm
From: PSC(SCW) (SEL) Jessica Carino
Duty Stations: COMNAVRESFORCOM
Comments: I have so many people I need to thank for helping me achieve this goal; my family, friends, and Junior Sailors for supporting me and getting me here, my Senior Leadership for inspiring me and pushing me. I couldn’t possibly name everyone who has helped guide and get me to this point but want to say THANK YOU CMDCM Terry Delacruz, CMDCM Jerry Ogg, PSCM Anton Barte, EOCS Michelle Mathis, ITCS Chairmain Mokiao, EOCS Glenn Goodwin, PSC Jerry Goins, PSC Jenna Dunlap, NCC Judy Danns, YNC Joshua Jones, YNC Juan Nunez, PSC Krista Simmons, SW1 James Rownd, YN1 Ron Lacson, LS1 Jason Elmore, RP1 Cedric McGregory, PS1 Licha Love, PS2 Terry Williams, YN2 Jennifer Emmons, EO2 Ashley Marby, EA2 Travis Meyer, BU3 Kelly Woodyard, Shawn Carino, Tammy Beckwith, John & Joan Beckwith, Lisa & Mike Mercer, Sam & John Todd, Lainy Barte and Lisa Phinney your help and guidance will never be forgotten!
Date: 09:33pm
From: AMC(sel) Bradley Garrett Free
Duty Stations: VFC-12, VFA-106, VR-56 & NRPDC
Comments: I would like to thank AMC Delany.
Date: 08:49pm
From: BUC(Sel) Chip A. Watson
Duty Stations: CBMU 202 Raleigh, NC; COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank all that I have had the opportunity to serve with over the last twenty-two years. Thank you FCPOA of Bahrain, I really learned a lot working with you all. Thank you to all of our junior sailors from CBMU 202 for allowing me to learn how to lead. Thanks to the Chief's mess from Raleigh NOSC, NMCB 14 (while deployed in 2012-2013) and the Chief's mess from Bahrain. Special thanks to Chief McCabe (ret.) for starting the mentor process with me. Thanks to Master Chief Church, Master Chief Cochran, Master Chief Master Chief Gazo (ret.), Master Chief Williams, Senior Chief Danielewicz, Senior Chief Eason, Senior Chief Powell, Senior Chief Rosa, Chief Daniel, Chief Humphrey, Chief Magpali, and Chief Walker. Thanks to many more that have had influences on my career. Most importantly, thank you to my wife, Suzi Watson for all of the love and support. I would not have made it without you!
Date: 07:50pm
From: MMC(SS)(SEL) Brent Lee Bond
Duty Stations: U.S.S Alabama, Trident Refit Facility,Surgemain Colorado Springs and Denver
Comments: Want to thank MMCS Sean Bonny, EMC Chris Savidge and DCC Dave Bustamante for their guidance and confidence that I could make it.
Date: 07:48pm
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Sean M Sweeney
Duty Stations: NAVELSG Kuwait 06-07, MSRON 8 UAE 11-12
Comments: Looking for references & guidance.
Date: 07:20pm
From: LSC(SEL) Andrew Hasse
Duty Stations: VR-53, Andrews Air Force Base
Comments: Greetings to all and very proud and honored to be at this stage in my Navy Career. I was active duty 93-97 on the USS Kalamazoo AOR-6 and USS Portland, LSD-37, and got out and re-enlisted in the reserves in 2008. I look forward to this journey and meeting other selectee's. Go Navy!
Date: 07:14pm
From: NCC(SEL) Diana Wilder
Duty Stations: NRD Miami
Comments: I would like to thank NCC(RET) Aaron Brosneck, NCCS William Sanders, NCCS Michael Rodney, NCCS Robert Leonard, NCCS Matthew Johnson for all of the guidance and mentoring that helped to guide me along the right path.
Date: 07:06pm
From: PSC(IDW)(SEL) Ayunna Jones
Duty Stations: CNRFC Norfolk
Comments: I would like to thank my mentors PSCS Page and PSC Douglass for their leadership, guidance, and their unrelenting devotion to my success.
Date: 06:33pm
From: ETC(Sel) Philip Edwards
Duty Stations: NR NAVSEA EODSUPPUNIT (87230), NR SPAWAR 109, 407, USS Lexington, USS Newport, CMAA Subase NLON
Comments: I would like to thank first, BMC Williams, USS Lexington, who saved my Ass and stood up for me, BMC Palmer, USS Newport for helping pull my head from said Ass, ETC St.John for welcoming me to the ET rate, PSCS Suon for helping me along, and last bit absolutely not least, YNC Carter and MMC Cruz, for keeping me from getting discouraged.
Date: 05:22pm
From: DCC(SW)(sel) Brandon Peterson
Duty Stations: NOSC Denver
Comments: Thank you to all of my shipmates, past and present, who helped me get to this point in my career.
Date: 05:13pm
From: BMC(SS)(SEL) Kale Edwin Rogers
Duty Stations: USS KeyWest (SSN-722) USS Miami (SSN-755) CRS-8
Comments: I would like to thank all the sailors that have made an impact on my career both past and present. I wouldn't be in the position I'm in now if it wasn't for the outstanding mentorship and guidance I've received along the way. I will do everything I can to be a role model to those junior sailors that follow me. Thank you to. MMCS(SS) Josh Williams MMCS(SS) Ross Marshall MMCM(SS) William Stoiber MMCS(SS) Michael Treadwell EMCM(EXW/SS) Kevin Ray MMC(EXW/SW) Todd Wysopal MACS(EXW) Sean Cox YNC(EXW/AW) Jennifer Squires BMCS(EXW) Chris Kehoe MMCS(SS) Eric Mulhair MMCM(SS) Herman Del Toro MMCS(SS) Don Mikolajczak MMCS(SS) D.J. Yorges STSC(SS) Steve Boatwright CMC(SS) Greg Shaw EMCM(SS) Troy Sellon ETC(SS) Neil Hartman ETCM(SS) Ed Durra ETCS(SS) John Montgomery ETCM(SS) Andre Green YNCS(SS) Brett Kulbis
Date: 05:03pm
From: YNC(SEL)(SW) JERMAINE AHMON JOHNSON
Duty Stations: NAVOPSPTCEN Buffalo; OPNAV N2/N6; MIUWU 210; NAF Washington DC; USS ESTOCIN (FFG-15)
Comments: I would not be a selectee without my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; SKC(AW) Farmer, (Ret.); YNC(SW) Shelton, (Ret.); YNCS(AW) Huntz, (Ret.); YNCM(AW) Holland, (Ret.); BMC(SW/AW) Clementz, ENC(SW) Schlueter, ADCS(AW) Bonspiel, CMDCM(AW) Boykins; CMDCM(SW) Green; and a host of my Shipmates throughout my Naval career and the FY-15 Selection Board.
Date: 03:19pm
From: ENC (SEL) John Matthew Dunham, Jr.
Duty Stations: NOSC Rochester, NSA Souda Bay, CRS-8, ACU2, USS Anzio, USS Merimack
Comments: Congrats to my brothers and sisters who made Selection this year! Thank you God for getting me to this point. A special thanks to my family for supporting me throughout the years and standing by me through trials and tribulations. Thank you to all my shipmates who have severed under my leadership, without you none of this matters. Thank you to my leaders who have given me to tools to navigate my career over the years...good and not so good. I will repay you by leaving the Navy better than how I found it. For those of you who should be here with us right now, thank you for standing by our side...there will be a place for you soon.
Date: 02:59pm
From: LSC (SEL) John Ulmen
Duty Stations: NOSC Rochester
Comments: To All of my family, and Navy family, thank you for helping me achieve what I have today. v/r LSC (SEL) John Ulmen