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FY 2026 CPO Selectee Deck Log
382 entries — archived.
Date: 21 Dec 2025
From: YNC(SCW/AW)(SEL) Marcus A. Smith
Duty Stations: Navy Personnel Command (PERS-3), Previous:, NMCB-1 , STRATCOMMWING-ONE, USS LAKE ERIE (CG 70), USS CROMMELIN (FFG-37); Navy Personnel Command (PERS-3)
Comments: Bring here wouldn’t have been possible without the support of my beautiful wife Meghan and my parents Roger and Taffy Smith. I have had good and bad Sailors and Leaders throughout my career that I have learned from/with and wouldn’t be here without them. My family (wife and 3 children) are my motivators and my goal is to continue showing them and every Sailor I cross paths with how to be successful and how to love your job/life. Thank you again!
Date: 8/4/25
From: LNC(EXW)(SEL)Samantha Ramon
Duty Stations: Region Legal Service Office East
Comments: I am very proud and excited for this next chapter of my Naval career. I’m very grateful to have God in my life and family. Thank you to my father, mother, daughter (and my little man) for always believing in me and always being there through my Navy career. You have been my biggest cheerleader in every step I have accomplished. Also, without the support and mentoring from Master Chief Earl, Master Chef Winters, Chief Borchardt, CAPT Transtrom, and CDR Cade I wouldn’t be here. Thank you for all you have done for me.
Date: 11/15/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL)Michael "t-rex" Calhoun
Duty Stations: PCU John F Kennedy
Date: 9/25/25
From: CTRC(IW/SS)(SEL) Christian Lee Mousseau
Duty Stations: NIOC Hawaii CC, NIOC Bahrain, NSAWC, NAWDC, NIOC Georgia, CWMA 61/FIOC SD. IWTC Corry Station
Date: 8/7/25
From: LNC(AW)(SEL)Andrew S. Muhs
Duty Stations: NRC Fargo and NR RLSO Pacific
Comments: I would like to thank NCC Gina Hodge and Command Master Chief (SWCC/SW/EXW/PJ/DV) Steve Rinkavage for all their support and guidance. The really GOATS!
Date: 9/19/2025
From: LSC(AW/SW) (SEL) JIAN DENG
Duty Stations: USS LASSEN, MCAS IWAKUNI, USS BONHOMME RICHARD, ASD IWAKUNI, SEAL TEAM 3
Comments: I want to thank my family, especially my wife Kelly to being supportive throughout my career by taking care of the kids. I couldn’t have gotten to this point without you. I also want to thank LSCS Ricardo (Ricky). If I didn’t meet you, I probably wouldn’t make Chief. Although I didn’t like you, I appreciate what you did to me. You are the type of leader we need in the Navy.
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From: OSC(SEL) Peter N. Kyonda
Duty Stations: Atlantic Sealift Operations Support Element, NAS Oceana
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From: MMNC(SW) (SEL) Michael Fitz
Duty Stations: PCU JOHN F KENNEDY (CVN 79)
Comments: Thank you to all the leaders and mentors that took the time to help get me to this point in my career! Huge shoutout to MMNCS Justus, MMNCS Barber, and MMNCS (SS) Stewart. To the sailors I’ve led, thank you for trusting and believing in me.
Date: 9/14/25
From: ABFC(AW/SW/IW)(SEL) Dennis D. Aiken
Duty Stations: PCU JOHN F. KENNEDY (CVN 79)
Date: 09/14/25
From: STGC(IUSS)(SEL) Jacob Foster
Duty Stations: USS Halsey (DDG97), COMUSWFORPAC Pearl Harbor, TUSCPAC Whidbey Island, COMSUBPAC NAVDATACEN, USS Gonzalez (DDG66).
Comments: id like to thank first and foremost my family, for supporting me throughout this crazy career of mine! My mentors, for helping me keep motivated, and consistently reminding me of how I deserve to be here. My Sailors, past and present, consistently reminding me of where I came from and why I am still here. Thank you!
Date: 9/14/25
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Marcus MacKeraghan
Duty Stations: VX-9
Comments: Thank you to the leadership that put me in positions to grow and thank you the junior sailors that worked with me to accomplish the mission.
Date: 9/14/25
From: ETNC(SW)(SEL)Kevin Crockett
Duty Stations: NNPTC, CVN 78
Comments: Thank you to all those who pushed and pulled me from day 1. Wouldn't be here without yall.
Date: 9/14/25
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Kenneth Barcelon
Duty Stations: 30th Naval Construction Regiment
Comments: Thank you to my loving wife Ann for supporting me in all that I do; couldn't have made it this far without you, love. Thank you dad for inspiring me to be who I am today. Thanks mom for supporting me even when I wasn't the most agreeable kid. To all my leadership, past and present, Thank you for seeing something in this soft spoken Sailor who you knew had a voice to bring and needed to be heard. And to all my Sailors, past present and future, I will always be here for you, so keep pushing so we can keep being the world's finest!
Date: 9/13/25
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Ryan J. Beard
Duty Stations: NNPTC, USS Ronald Reagan(CVN-76)
Comments: I would like to thank my amazing wife for her continued support. Additionally, I would like to thank the many leaders I have had. Each one has helped to shape the way I want to lead, and I will always value these lessons. I’d also like to thank those I have led for their feedback and support. I would not be here without you all.
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From: FCAC (SW/AW) (SEL) Gavin Batts
Duty Stations: ATG MIDPAC, USS PRINCETON
Comments: I would like to thank my family and mentors and sailors who have turned me into the sailor and person I am today! I appreciate every good and bad lesson that I have learned.
Date: 8/7/26
From: GSEC(SW/AW)(SEL) Castillejos Barriga, Nadia
Duty Stations: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20)
Comments: To my wife Erica, thank you for always pushing me to be the very best person and leader. To my mentors QMC Barbara Flores, YNC Christopher Buco, FCCS Saul Rodriguez, and AECS (RET) Michael Lewis, I literally could not have made it this far without your unwavering support and guidance.
Date: 8/7/25
From: CWTC(SEL) Bruce Hamilton III
Duty Stations: 555 Cyber Protection Team, Yokosuka Japan
Comments: I've had a lot of anxiety building up to this point. And today, I found out I've been selected for the prestigious rank of Chief. It's been a long journey, and it's about to get longer. But I feel a sense of relief, pride, excitement, and even some nervousness about the Season as it begins. I'm looking forward to what the future holds. Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer <
Date: 8/7/25
From: YNC(SCW)(SEL) Alec Hipolito
Duty Stations: Naval Surface Group Western Pacific
Comments: Thank you to my wife for being by my side for the past 10 years and baby Ezra full of energy even late at night! Thank you to all the mentors that got me to this point. To CNRSE for a recent successful tour. I never thought I will make it but here we are! Excited for the opportunity hope to make everyone proud!
Date: 8/7/25
From: CWTC(IW)(SEL)Kevin M. Blacher
Duty Stations: NIOC Pacific/555 CPT
Comments: I thank my parents and Sue McFarland for raising me correctly, allowing me to get this far in my life and seize every opportunity.
Date: 8/7/26
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Garcia, Anthony
Duty Stations: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20)
Comments: I would like to thank my first chief mentor in the navy GSCS(RET.) Vasquez, and the following chiefs for guiding me throughout my career: GSMC(SW) Ancheta, GSMC(SW) Montgomery, and GSMC(SW) Massey.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Jenna Livingston
Duty Stations: MCSFBn Kings Bay, NSB Kings Bay, NSA Hampton Roads, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Comments: Thank you to my family and all of my mentors and leadership that helped me get to this point.
Date: 8/7/25
From: AGC(IW)(SEL) Trevor Moran
Duty Stations: NOAC Yokosuka
Comments: I wouldn't be here without my wife Morgan, and son Tyson. I have had many great Chiefs over the years (truly too many to fully list) and would like to thank: AGC Gonzalez, AGC Hying, AGCS Bernhard, MACS Walter, AGCS Diaz, AGC Kern, among others. I certainly wouldn't have made it without all of your support and encouragement.
Date: 8/7/25
From: BUC (SCW) (SEL) Anthony Mushaw
Duty Stations: CBMU 202, NMCB 27, NCB 27
Comments: Thank you to my amazing wife Virginia, my son Greyson and my daughter Taegan as well as the rest of my family. The Navy has required a lot over the years, and I understand it hasn't always been the easiest especially on you, but your love and support is a huge part in how I made it here today. Love you all!
Date: 8/7/25
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Robert T. Alley
Duty Stations: USS Cincinnati (LCS 20).
Comments: First and foremost thank you to my wife, Laura. You have always had my back and supported me in every aspect of my life. To my son Elijah, my motivation to stay on the course I am on. Thank you to my Father in law Wesley Greene and my Mother in law Rebecca Jolley for loving me and always being there for my family when we need you most. FCC Ryan Zachary without your guidance and mentorship this would have never happened. To OSC(RET) Bruce Golden, I could not have made it here without you and your words of wisdom. FCCS Ryan Williams for the words of encouragement and always showing up every time I needed you to.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: QMC(EXW)(SEL) Morgan Cushing
Duty Stations: MSRON8
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection and wouldn't have gotten to this point in my career without the Sailors I have served alongside, and every leader I've had the privilege to learn from. I endeavor to continue to serve my Sailors to the best of my ability, and be a leader they can rely upon.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(SEL)(EXW/AW)Josue Pichardo
Duty Stations: Seal Team Eighteen, NRC Manchester
Comments: I am truly humbled by my selection and wouldn't have gotten to this point in my career without the Sailors I have served alongside, and every leader I've had the privilege to learn from. I want to thank: Master Chief Sherman, Senior Chief Bustillos, Senior Chief Nolan, Chief Contreras, and Negri, among others. I certainly wouldn't have made it without your mentorship and encouragement.
Date: 8/7/25
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) David Cozart
Duty Stations: USS Gridley (DDG-101)
Comments: I would like to thank my mother who’s been my rock, keeping me motivated and encouraging me to keep pushing over the years.
Date: 8/1/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Daniel Breazeale
Duty Stations: SWFPAC
Comments: I want to thank my beautiful wife and all the support she has given me through my career; she has always stood by my side and encouraged me every single day. I would also like to thank MAC Soto for pushing me to be the best and to the rest of my Chain of Command at NTTC Lackland.
Date: 08/09/25
From: CWTC(IW/SW)(SEL) Thomas Caswell
Duty Stations: NIOC PACIFIC
Comments: Thank you to all the Chief's who have helped me reach this milestone in my career. Specifically thank you to Chief Lucas, Chief Walker, Chief James(Ret).
Date: 8/7/2025
From: ABHC(AW/SW/IW)(SEL) Heath McArdle II
Duty Stations: USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7) Blue Milcrew, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), NAS Whiting Field, USS George Washington (CVN 73)
Comments: To my wife, Samm, my children Charlee and Mac, and the rest of my family thank you for the love and support over the years. Thank you to ABHCS Cuervo and ABHCS Royal for taking me in and developing me into who I am today. I am forever grateful. To the Sailors I have led, and those who have led me, I couldn't be here without your constant support.
Date: 08/07/25
From: ENC (SCW) (SEL)Samuel Scott
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes, SWESC Great Lakes, Amphibious Construction Battalion One
Comments: I want to thank all my leadership and junior sailors who got me to this point of my career. The ones that taught me what not to do to the ones that I want to mirror in the mess. I have learned so much from all who have taught me, trained me and counseled me that has led me to my selection. And of course, the backbone of the home while we are away, my family. My wife has shown unwavering support through all the changes of my career and has never doubted my ability to be in a job position I was not ready for.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: YNC(AW)(SEL) Beverly Derkowski
Duty Stations: Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit ONE
Comments: Thank you to my husband Rusty for all your support and guidance. To our daughter Azaria thank you for being my motivation to go further. To my Sailors thank you for allowing me to lead you and also following wherever I took us. To HMCM Roz Martin, YNCM Phillip Hamilton, CMDCM (Ret)Alex Rincones, and CMDCM Iris Velez there aren’t enough thanks to give but thank you being my guiding lights. To PSC(Ret)Jermaine Conrad and YNC(Ret) Aaron Carter, my brothers for life, thanks for set up!
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From: HMC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Aikkiko Nickler
Duty Stations: USS GRIDLEY (DDG 101), Everett, Washington
Comments: I want to thank my dad, who has been my rock throughout my Navy Career, as well as LSC (sel) Hulett, QM1 Wig, MAC Felix, FCAC Burke, BMC Grantham, HMC Badillo, HM1 Vaccaro, and Captain Ball for getting me through my first independent tour as an IDC. I would not have made it through without your fire, support and belief in me.
Date: 8/8/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Ryan Dale Leard.
Duty Stations: USS Benfold (DDG65), Yokosuka, Japan
Comments: First and foremost, thank you to my wife, Aleksi and my kids Everleigh and Benton for being my constant support. Thank you to my parents for giving me my foundation in life. Thank you to NCC Brandon Burleson for being a true friend and a great leader when I needed it most. Thank you to my best friend EMN1 Steven King for everything you have done. To QM1 Fowler, OS2 Carreon, NC1 Fann, GM2 Baines, and GM2 Savage: You all have kept me humbled and honored to serve and have served with you. Finally, to GM2(SW) Trevor Hoover: Love you buddy! Til Valhalla!
Date: 8/8/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Cory Anthony Kirkland
Duty Stations: PCU Robert E. Simanek (ESB-7)
Comments: I would like to thank my wife.
Date: 8/8/25
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Samantha StappArteaga
Duty Stations: MSRON 10, SERMC, ACU5, USS Cole (DDG 67)
Comments: Thank you to all Chiefs who have paved the way, especially Senior Harvey and Senior Cameron. Two of the best leaders I had the greatest pleasure of working under. Also, thank you to my family for the love and support over the years. Especially to my daughter, you are my motivation and the reason to keep fighting every day.
Date: Example 8/8/2025
From: BMC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Michael Woodward
Duty Stations: USS George H W Bush CVN 77, Navy Cargo Handling Battalion 11, Coastal Riverine Squadron 10, NRC Jax, Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 10.
Comments: Hooyah! I hope to hear my brothers and sisters!
Date: 8/8/2025
From: AOC (AW/SW) (SEL) Todd Hickox
Duty Stations: NRC Las Vegas
Date: 8/8/2025
From: ITC (SEL) Clayton-Luce (EXW)
Duty Stations: NRC Raleigh (2014 - 2025)
Comments: I am beyond grateful for the selection of Chief Petty Officer. I want to thank my wife and son for their continued support and patience. I also want to thank all the chiefs who have laid the foundation before us. I am excited to become a part of the best mess in the world!
Date: 8/9/25
From: ITC(IW)(SEL) Andrew GarigMeyer
Duty Stations: NAVCOMTELSTA FAR EAST; COMFIFTHFLT; NIOC YOKOSUKA
Comments: I would like to take this opportunity to thanks a few of the many Chiefs and Sailors who helped mold me and set a standard that I continue to strive for. Y'all put so much faith in me -CMDCMC(Ret) James Northrop, CMDCMC Benjamin Pittinger, ITCS Randall Thornton, CWTCS Nicholas Culver, ITC(SEL) Milton Walker, CTNC(Ret) Ivan Dagdagan, ITC(Ret) Jaehwan Ha, ITC Kris Caguioa, ITC Spencer Allard, and ITC Alexander Loza. I hope to live up to the person you see me as.
Date: 8/8/2025
From: MAC(SEL) Joel Matthew Friend Jr.
Duty Stations: NCIS STAAT MEFO, Manama, BH
Comments: I want to thank God because without him I wouldn’t be here. My wife and daughter for supporting me and pushing me to be better daily. My mentors CMDCM Carlos T. Slade, CMDCM Sergio Gonzalez, MACS (Ret.)Sean Sant, MAC Anthony Mugavero, MAC Shonda Sanders, and MAC Wil Finley because I wouldn’t be the leader I am today without you. Thank you for molding and guiding me along my journey and never giving up on me. Thank you to all my Sailors and thank you for trusting me along the way because I wouldn’t be here without you. Stay humble and deadly!
Date: 8/8/25
From: OSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Eric L. Russell
Duty Stations: NR Tacron 11 Coronado, California
Comments: First off, I would like to thank God for allowing me to be in this position. I want to thank my family! My wife has been incredibly supportive in my career and I would NOT have made it this far without her. To my kids, thank you. You are my inspiration for striving for excellence. To OSC Smith, OSCM Monahan, OSSC now LT Butler: your guidance has given me everything I need to become a successful Chief. For that, I thank you. --
Date: 8/6/25
From: EMNC(SS) (SEL) David H. Swenson
Duty Stations: HS Nautilus (SSN-571), USS California (SSN-781)
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful fiancee for supporting me in every endeavor I have embarked on. I would also like to thank my LCPO's on the USS California for setting such fantastic examples for me (EMNCS(SS) Henriquez, and EMNCS (SS) Rowland USN Ret.). FInally, thank you to my family (both blood and Navy) that has helped me grow and develop both professionally and personally.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ISC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Stubblefield, Frank T
Duty Stations: NIOC PAC (555 CPT)
Comments: Thank you to the following mentors. Command Master Chief Walker, Master Chief Scott, Master Chief Bell, Senior Chief Castillo, Senior Chief Arnold, Senior Chief Alford, ENS Hasse, IS1 Lubecki, IS1 lozano, and of course my Wife, daughter and the rest of my family... I doubt I'd be where I am today without a single name on this list.
Date: 8/8/25
From: SWC(SCW/EXW)(SEL)Chavonne Bowers
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio, NCB 22
Comments: Thank you to my leadership and junior troops who's mentorship and hard work got me here.
Date: 8/8/2025
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL)Anthony McKinney
Duty Stations: NRC San Antonio/NCB 22
Comments: I would like the thank my wife Katii McKinney for standing by my side since we were 15 years old! She has been there to uplift me when I didn't have the motivation to move forward on my own. To our 3 children Nicolas, Jalyn, and Jadyn, love you. All of the sailors I've worked with and for throughout the last 17 years. A special thanks goes out to all of the Chiefs I've encountered along the way that have given that extra word of encouragement or criticism to help keep me focused. Without you all I would not be the man I am today. Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer <
Date: 8/8/25
From: ADC (SEL) Jeremy Cummings
Duty Stations: VRM-40
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has guided me in my Naval career these past 12 years, as well to my family for supporting me through the ups and downs. Ya’ll are the reason why i am now ADC (Sel) Jeremy Cummings.
Date: 8/8/2025
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Andrew Herman-Morillo
Duty Stations: NRC Las Vegas
Comments: Thank you to my wife who’s supported me through everything in and out of the Navy.
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From: CSC(SW)(SEL) Dean H. Harris, III
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, NAS Sigonella, USS Gunston Hall (LSD-44)
Comments: I want to thank my family, Son (Dean H. Harris, IV), Mom (Gina Hines), Dad (Herman Harris), Sisters (GIncenta Brown and Whitney Lawrey), and Brother (Joshua Harris) for being my foundation through all of my successes and failures. I would also like to thank MACS Simpson, CSCS Bogowitz, CSC Nicks, CSC Joshua. LSCM Bryant, CMC Rogers, LSCS Cowles, AEC Watson, LSC Wood, CMDCM Esteban, CMDCM Malone, CMDCM Linville, LSCM Struk, ETC Howard, OSC Noell, HTC Harms, HMC Scheckel and AMC Daugherty.
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From: OSC(SW) (SEL) Matthew Falgoust
Duty Stations: NRC Raleigh RSU; USS San Jacinto, NRC Baltimore, MSRON-8 ; NRC Raleigh RSU
Comments: It is a privilege to be part of such a rich navy tradition, and I’m grateful for all my friends, family, and shipmates to help guide me to this moment of my career.
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC (EXW)(SEL) Ben Fink
Duty Stations: NCHB-10, MSRON-10
Comments: It is an honor to be considered to be a part of the mess and I could not be here without the unending support of my family, my faith and the mentors that have provided wisdom and direction. To the khakis that have provided me cover, provided sound instruction and knocked me over the head in order to get out of my own way, I salute you and look forward to forging ahead together for the next generation of sailors.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(AW)(SEL) Tyler Bohnenberger
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain
Comments: I want to thank my beautiful wife, Breanna, and my amazing kids, Tathan and Lainey, I wouldn’t be here without them. I also want to thank all the amazing Chiefs I’ve had the privilege to serve with over the last 12 years.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Jose Illasroman
Duty Stations: VRM-40
Comments: I would like to express my gratitude to my family for their unconditional support. Additionally, I would like to call out the following: ATCS Bryan, AMCS Rosiak, ATCS Kauffman, AMCS Janome, AECS Jones, AECS Watts, AECS Doughty, AMC Wright, AEC Hagan, ATC Clements, and AEC (Ret) Cronin and say thank you for your mentorship, guidance, and support for the past 11 years and more to come. Congratulations to all Selectees!
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From: MAC(SW/AW/IW) (SEL) Emenson Exilus
Duty Stations: NSA Bahrain / NSF
Comments: Looking forward to the journey.
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From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Dang Duong
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain, MESG-2 Det Bahrain, CFA Chinhae
Comments: I want to thank my wife Reygine for her constant support and love. Everything I do in my life is for her and my daughter. Additionally, I want to thank my mentor MAC Rob Duker for guiding me to this point in my career.
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From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Philip Cole Dalton
Duty Stations: UUVRON-3, USS Charleston (LCS 18), NMC PAC EAD Unit Okinawa, USS Scout(MCM 8), MCM Crew Conflict
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(AW) (SEL) JERIAMIAH A. MICCILE
Duty Stations: NCIS NEFO, NR NSF NLON, 2ND BN 6TH AND 3RD BN 6TH MARINES, WFTB Parris island.
Comments: I love my country, and I have always had a need to serve. Thank you to my family for their support and patience. I am honored and humbled to be accepted into this new family. I would like to give gratitude to MAC(AW) Fernando Barreira, MAC(AW) Devin Cook, MAC(AW) Thomas Panzica, MACS Nathaniel Priebe, MACM David Cussen, The “Bear” and MAC Jose Santiago. To the future people I forge alliances with- to better serve the Navy- I can’t wait to meet you.
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From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Dennis Mata
Duty Stations: NMRTU Bahrain
Comments: I am thankful for my wife, son, parents, siblings, and naval service mentors.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SW) (SEL) Patrick Adamek
Duty Stations: NCIS TMU Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Seaba for supporting me through the years and taking care of our three daughters (Lina-7, Arsema-5, Soliana-2) while deployed. I would also like to thank all the amazing Chiefs I have had the privilege to serve with over the last 18 years.
Date: 8/9/25
From: BUC (EXW/SCW) (SEL) Adam Jay Walton
Duty Stations: NSWG-1 LOGSU-1
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has supported my career for the last 17 years and so many amazing mentors along the way who guided me to this amazing honor. A special mention to the two members of the Mess that without them I wouldn't be where I am today: Retired Master Chief Doug Heiner and Senior Chief John Martin. These two have had a major impact on my career and have shown me what it truly means to be a Chief; they understood, mentored and corrected issues that I had as a junior sailor. Congratulations to all the selectees!
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW) (SEL) Derek R. Wade
Duty Stations: USS JOHN S. MCCAIN (DDG 56)
Comments: I am whole heartedly thanking CWO2 Hingle for his professional and personal guidance, as well as patience. FCACS Weyant for telling me how it is.
Date: 8/9/25
From: HMC(FMF)(SEL) Stetson Thomas
Duty Stations: U.S. NMRTU Bahrain
Comments: Thankful to God for his Grace and Mercy and for placing me in the pathway of amazing people! To all my Sailors, Marines, and Soldiers throughout the years, thank you! Thank you for your trust and allowing me to lead you. Also, thank you for the many lessons you taught me. To HMCM Wasim Mohamed, HMCS Abigail Barrera, NCCS Michelle Figueroa, HMC Michael Harris, HMCS Christopher Mathena USN Ret., HMCS Elsie Hart USN Ret., HMC Beth Vega USN Ret., and Billy Valdivia (RIP) thank you! Thank you for your guidance, steadfast mentorship, and unwavering support when it mattered the most. You all have been pillars in my Naval Career and I’m honored to have worked for or served with you! I humbly await to see where this Navy journey takes me next!!
Date: 8/9/25
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Falicia Yvonne Morse
Duty Stations: VFA-136
Comments: Thank you Rob and Hannah for supporting me through out the years.
Date: 8/9/25
From: YNSC(SS)(SEL) Brandon Keith Kidd
Duty Stations: NRL, USS CONNECTICUT (SSN 22) , USS JIMMY CARTER (SSN 23), USS SEAWOLF ( SSN 21)
Comments: Thank you to Andre Bushart, Elliott Eagerton, Ron Miller, James McGarrah, Nicholas Wallace, Josh Ayers, Daniel Cudney, Brett Olivieri, Mike Haraburda, Jas Harrison, Robert Knapp, Christopher Smith, Garrity Johnson, Jake Blair.
Date: 8/8/2026
From: QMC (SEL) Kody L. Tanner
Duty Stations: USVRON ONE
Comments: I want to Thank my family for supporting me in all of my career decisions and I want to thank my mentors. For providing with from my first command to get me to where I am now.
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW/AW)(SEL) ErvinJordan Mallari
Duty Stations: NSWC PHD WHITE SANDS
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL)Dylan Mitchell
Duty Stations: NSWC PHD
Date: 8/9/25
From: NDC(SEL)Isaac J. Padilla
Duty Stations: Naval Research Facility Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful wife, as I would not have been able to be this successful without her support and love. I would like thank HMC Isais, Andrew for the infinite effort and care he has provided for me in life, career and friendship.
Date: 8/09/25
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Garrett Smoyer
Duty Stations: SSBN 731 USS Alabama (Blue)
Comments: I am thankful for all the leaders that I have had during my last 10 years. I am eager for my new journey and to follow in the footsteps of my mentors.
Date: 8/10/25
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Carl James Price III
Duty Stations: USS HIGGINS(DDG76), NBU7, TSC Hampton Roads, USS WHIRLWIND(PC11), USS CHOSIN(CG65)
Comments: I’d like to thank my husband, Brandon, for being by my side for these 13 years and believing that I have what it takes to get to this point. I’d also like to thank QMC Stewart and OSCS Ketsdever for taking their time to care for me at my lowest points and helping me find the strength to continue this journey. Thank you.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MMAC(SS)(SEL) Joseph Tyler Cleveland
Duty Stations: NRL, USS Rickover (SSN 795), USS North Dakota (SSN 784)
Comments: I would like to thank MMACM(SS) Cody Henry and his wife, MMACM(SS) Rob Clark, MMACS(SS) Jason Crotwell, MMAC(SS) Ryan Bitten, MMAC(SS) Jordan Brown, and MMAC(SS) Hock for teaching me how to lead and how to dive. Thank you to my wife and daughter for their never ending support shore side. Thank you to my parents for pushing me to join the Navy which allowed me to achieve this goal.
Date: 8/9/25
From: LSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andy Coleman jr
Duty Stations: NSWC PHD, USS John C Stennis, NAVSUP FLC SD DET FALN, HSM-71, USS Antietam (CG 54), USS Cowpens (CG 63)
Comments: I had a lot of help to get to this point. I want to give a special thanks to FCACS Johnson for understanding what I was going through personally, guided me through that process, stood by my side and never doubted me. RSCM(SW) Leon (Ret) for allowing me to witness how she style of leadership. How she enforced standards, held people accountable but moved mountains for people who will never know she did and my first LPO Robert Gonzalez who has been in my corner from the very beginning.
Date: 8/10/25
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Robert Brown
Duty Stations: USS HIGGINS (DDG-76), USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG-54), USS SHILOH (CG-67)
Comments: I would like to first thank my wife for standing by me through my journey in the Navy and always supporting me no matter what. I would also like to thank MMC Carter, GSCS Morales, GSMC Massey, GSCS Miles, GSMC Wallace, GSEC Anderson, MMC Mack, GSCS Brienza, CWO3 Atwater, CW03 Miceli, CW03 Argueta, CDR Thomas, and CDR Jenkins for the mentorship and guidance provided to me by each and every one of you. You have impacted my life more than you could imagine just by being good human beings and taking time out of your day to train sailors and better our Navy.
Date: 08/10/25
From: HTC(SEL) Zane Ferguson
Duty Stations: USS GERMANTON (LSD 42), ASSAULT CRAFT UNIT FIVE (ACU 5), MID-ATLANDTIC MAINT. CENTER (MARMC), USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Date: 8/10/25
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) Charles Bernard Coffelt
Duty Stations: USS Rhode Island SSBN 740, Trident Training Facility Kingsbay, USS Florida SSGN 728, Naval Ordnance Test Unit, USS Wyoming SSBN 742
Comments: Thank you to everyone along my path including: QMC(AW) Dustin Adkinson, MTCM(SS) Keevin Johnson, MTCS(SS) Brent Barefoot, MMAC(SS) Neil Rieber, FCCS(IW) Evan Traylor, MTCS(SS) Cody Arabie, and many more not named. For your guidance and friendship, most of all though, I thank my children for giving me strength.
Date: 8/10/25
From: RWC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Robert A. Smith
Duty Stations: USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER(CVN-69), SURFACE WARFARE OFFICERS SCHOOL ELS NORFOLK, EODESU TWO, USVRON ONE
Comments: I would like to thank my Wife, my Daughter's and the rest of my family for always being so supportive of what I am doing. I would also like to thank all of the fantastic leaders I have had over the last 15 years.
Date: 8/10/25
From: AMC (AW/SW) (SEL) Benjamin Mones
Duty Stations: VRM-40, FRC SW, HSM-49, USSNew York (LPD-21).
Comments: I want to thank everyone who guided, mentored, and supported me along the way , more especially to my wife. I couldn’t have achieved this without you.
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From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Christopher David Fite
Duty Stations: Brooks Center for Maritime Engagement, USS Sampson (DDG-102), Navy Cyber Warfare Development Group, USS Somerset (LPD-25), USS Peleliu (LHA-5)
Comments: All the thanks to the Sailors I've had the honor and privilege of working with, with out them I wouldnt be here today. I want to thank the CPOs and Officers that have helped mold and guide me throughout the years helping me learn the hard lessons whether I liked or wanted to or not. Most of all want to thank my family, without their constant support and love.
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From: QMC (SW, IW, AW) (SEL) Jennifer D. Wilson
Duty Stations: USS Patrick Gallagher (DDG 127); NRPS Albany; USS Wasp (LHD 1)
Comments: First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my siblings and family for their unwavering support throughout my time in the service. I'm also deeply thankful to all the Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, mentors, and friends who have guided me and offered encouragement when I needed it most. Finally, to all the current Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs who are walking alongside me during this season, your guidance means the world to me. I will be forever grateful!
Date: 8/10/25
From: ETC(SW/IW)(SEL) Ryan Lee Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Iwo Jima, NATTC Pensacola, USS James E. Williams, USS Blue Ridge
Comments: Thanks to all the Sailors who helped me get to this point in my career. Always manifest positive outcomes while managing your expectations. Every failure is a lesson and every lesson is blessing!
Date: —
From: YNC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Steven Wiesner
Duty Stations: NTAG PITTSBURGH-MEPS BUFFALO, NY(Apr 25 to Present)/USNS MERCY(T-AH 19)(Oct23 to Feb24)(IA)/COMNAVSURFPAC(Feb23 to Apr25)/USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71)(Jan20-Feb23)/NAVIFORES REG SE(Oct16-Jan20)(/USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40)(Sep14-Oct16)/JICO-A ISAF HQ KABUL, AFGHANISTAN(IA)(Aug12-Aug13)/CPRW-2(Oct10-Sep14)/USS NIMITZ (CVN-68)(Nov07-Oct10)
Comments: First, I would like to thank all Sailors I have worked with in the past, especially all of the Sailors and Marines whom I had the privilege to serve with. Without them, I wouldn't have gotten to where I am today. I'd like to thank the following Chiefs who helped mentor me throughout my career - YNCS(Ret) Jason Bradford, YNC(Ret) Edward Morales, and YNC Eric Tyson. These three laid the foundation of my leadership. Above all, I'd like to thank my amazing wife Rebecca, my parents DPC(SW)(Ret) Rene Wiesner, Jeff Wiesner (Honorary Master Chief), and my brother James for getting me the tough times. They are my anchor and I couldn't have done this without them. I am honored to carry on the family tradition of service to this great nation.
Date: 8/10/25
From: MMNC (SEL) Alexander Cairo
Duty Stations: USS Alaska (Gold)(SSBN-732) (Previous), Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (Current)
Comments: Appreciate the amazing Chiefs throughout the years that have gotten me to where I am today. Probably wouldn’t have gotten selected if it weren’t for them: MMNC Scott Patrick, EDMC Matthew Looney, COB Raines, STSC Derek Masch and Retired TMC Raymond Ortiz. Kodiak Tough!!!
Date: 8/10/25
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Cody Platt
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: Huge Thank you to my wife Logan and the people who taught me all I know.
Date: 8/10/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Chavira, David
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: Thanks to my wife Samantha and my dogs Leila and Sunny. Special thanks to my father NCC Luis Chavira USN Ret. and my brother OS2 Bernie Chavira for all the guidance growing up. Thanks to my mom for teaching me humor and caring!
Date: 8/11/25
From: RSC(SW/AW)(SEL) LUBONG, KIM RUBIO
Duty Stations: USS KIDD(2015-2020), NTAG RED RIVER(2020-2023), USS BENFOLD (2023-Present)
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family that is always very supportive and understanding and always there me no matter what, they are my inspiration and motivation for me to keep up and moving. And for the love and care for me. To our Almighty God who gave me strength and wisdom throughout my life. And to all my friends and mentors who are always there for me as well. And to all the sailors that I had in the past and the present they make it easier for me to get to this point.
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From: EMC (SW)(SEL) Henrique Chavez
Duty Stations: USS MICHAEL MURPHY
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and my two daughters for supporting me through my career. I would also like to thank all who I met on this journey, every experience taught me a lesson.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ITRC(SS)(SEL)Andrew Whipkey
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, NR SUBGRU 7 GLI, MTOC Detroit, NR SUBLANT UWO DET, USS-Miami (SSN-755), NAVSUBSPPCEN NEW LONDON
Comments: I want to thank the leaders who raised me up to where I am and who helped me grow into who I am. LPOs, Chiefs, and a particularly hard headed, big hearted XO who didn't give up on me when I was doing my best to be a dirtbag.
Date: 8/10/25
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL)Brent George
Duty Stations: USS Michael Murphy
Comments: I want to thank my wife Cheyenne and kids Emma, Waylon, Kadence for always supporting me as well as all of my past CWO’s, Chiefs, and Senior Chiefs for getting me to this point.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ETC(SW/AW/IW)(SEL) Ryan W Smith
Duty Stations: USS RAFAEL PERALTA(DDG115), CFAY, USS MILIUS(DDG69), USS MCCAMPBELL(DDG85), TSCOMM DET WHIDBEY ISLAND, USS NIMITZ(CVN68), USS FORD(FFG54).
Comments: I want to thank my wife Liz and kids Julian, Lily, Caleb, Penny, and Tobias. I wouldn’t have made it this far if you all weren’t will to put up with me being gone all the time. I would also like to thank my parents, BMC(ret) Larry Smith and Helen Smith, If it wasn’t for you two applying a little foot to ass to do something with myself, I would probably still be there in my old room sitting at my computer.
Date: —
From: CMC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Justin S. Rose
Duty Stations: NSWG-1 Det Bahrain
Comments: V/R **CURRENTLY OCONUS ZULU+3** CMC(sel) (SCW/EXW) Rose, Justin S Naval Special Warfare Group One Det Bahrain N4 LPO Office: +973-1785-8206 Office DSN: +1-318-439-8206 Signal/Whattsapp: +1-210-724-0678 NIPR: justin.s.rose.mil@socom.mil SIPR: justin.s.rose.mil@socom.smil.mil
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From: ITC(SEL)(IW/SW) Jarel Moseley
Duty Stations: NRC Los Angeles, SEAL Team 17, REDCOM Fort Worth, NCTS Det Jacksonville, USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)
Comments: It’s an absolute honor to be here.
Date: 8/11
From: NCC(SEL) Alexander Jordan
Duty Stations: NTAG PACIFIC, NTAG PITTSBURGH, USS MAKIN ISLAND
Comments: I first want to thank my Wife and Kids who have stuck with and supported me though everything good times and bad, And of course my mentors NCC Boeh and NCCS Subido.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ADC (AW/SW) (SEL) Alyzza Contrano
Duty Stations: NRC Los Angeles RSU, FRC West Lemoore, VRC-30, USS Theodore Roosevelt, FRCMA Virginia Beach
Date: 8/11/25
From: CMC(SEL) Edwin A. Belamide
Duty Stations: ACB-1 2012-2014 ; NCHB14 2014-2025
Date: —
From: MAC(SEL) Allen J. Neff
Duty Stations: NRC Boise, Idaho, COMSUBGRU 9 FP Det 2, COMSUBGRU 9 FP Det 1, N3AT Security Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.
Comments: I would like to express my thanks and gratitude to my family at home, without them this would not be possible. I would also like to thank all of the service members that I have had the privilege of working with, serving with and being mentored by, without them I would not be able to be where I am today. I am eternally grateful for them all. Family is everything, be it our families at home or family across the forces.
Date: 8/11/25
From: HMC(FMF/MCD/PJ)(SEL) Ryan Tobin
Duty Stations: 4Th Reconnaissance Bn C Co - present, 4Th Light Armored Reconnaissance Bn
Comments: There are so people that got me to where I am and want to thank each and everyone of them.
Date: 8/11/25
From: UTC(SCW/AW)(SEL) Saber S. Wang
Duty Stations: Amphibious Construction Battalion 1, Camp Lemonier Djibouti, NRC LA
Comments: I'd like to express my sincere gratitude to BMCS Gayle A. Merino, BMCS Jorge A. Fajardo, and CE1 Ethan Dunnagan for their invaluable mentorship. I'm also incredibly thankful for the support of everyone else who guided and helped me get here.
Date: 8/11/25
From: CTRC(SEL) Makayla Kirlin
Duty Stations: NRC Denver: NR C10F NIOCPACDEN. USS Lassen (DDG-82) USS Iwo Jima(LHD-7)
Comments: special thanks to my husband CTTC Kirlin, and my Baby boy Ezra. And another big thanks to my sailors who have made being their leader, easy and rewarding! Lastly, thank you to my Chiefs, past and present, who have showed me the way.
Date: —
From: PSC(EXW)(SEL) Maryjean Guevara
Duty Stations: MDSC CHAR VC, MSRON11, NMPS SD, PMT-NMRC,Bell CA
Date: 8/12/25
From: YNC(SW/AW/IUSS)(SEL) Armand Wynne Garcia
Duty Stations: NR CART LAC
Comments: I’d like to thank my family, LT Ortiz, ETVCM (Ret) Midgett, PSC Platero, LSC Marchio, LSCS “JJ” Johnson, PSC Love, YNC(Ret) Worthem, YNC(sel) Anaba, and PSC Rollon. Your guidance, mentorship, and unwavering belief in me have been the compass that kept me on course throughout this journey.
Date: 8/12/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL)Sean Marggraff
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station, CWG-6 Det Digby, NIOC Whidbey Island, COMUSNAVCENT Bahrain, NIOC Texas, USS Wasp (LHD-1)
Comments: A very special thanks to my children. They are my reason. I wouldn’t be who I am without them. Another big thanks to my sailors who have made being their leader and mentor incredibly rewarding. Lastly, thank you to everyone who helped guide, support, and mentor me. Thank you. Special shout outs: CTTC Cameron Almond, CTRC Joseph Casantini, CTICM Andrea Hurley, CTTC Justin Clemons, LSCS Jimmy Langston
Date: 8/12/2025
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Kevin Tejada
Duty Stations: NR CSG4 (present), NRC Miami (2020-2023) and USS Lassen (2015-2020)
Comments: I want to thank my family who always has my back. I would also like to thank all the military personnel that I met through this journey and made an impact on my life and career.
Date: 8/3/25
From: FCC (SW) (SEL) Joel Copeland
Duty Stations: NAS Fallon, NAWDC
Comments: I would not be here without GMC Ragle or FCC Magee helping me out on my last ship. FCC (SW) (Sel) Copeland N11 LPO
Date: —
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Joseph Lamb
Duty Stations: VFA-22, USNA, VAQ-135, FRCNW, VAQ-135
Date: 8/13/25
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Mathew Davis
Duty Stations: NMRTU Iwakuni, HSM-77, NAWDC, MAG-16, BHC Pax River, VFA-192
Comments: I would like to express my deepest love and appreciation to my family, for always supporting me. I am forever grateful to all my mentors for bestowing their invaluable wisdom onto me.
Date: —
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Andrew Robertson
Duty Stations: NRC Denver, VR-61
Comments: Thanks to everyone who helped me get here, but especially AMC Alina Robertson.
Date: —
From: ATC(SEL) Anthony K. Noland
Duty Stations: VR-57, HSC-85, HCS-5,Task Group Trident, Guardian Three (G3) Shindand, Guardian Eight (G8) Kandahar
Date: 08/13/25
From: BMC(SW)(SEL) Robert VandenAkker
Duty Stations: Current: NAVELSG FWD CTG 56.3- NSA Bahrain. Past: USS New York (LPD-21).
Comments: I'd like to thank God for being with me every step of this journey. I'd like to thank my mentors BMC Lopez, BOSN Fifer, BOSN Williams, BOSN Hall, BMC Dahn and BMC Metcalf. I've learned more from you all than you'll ever know, as well as all the junior sailors that have entrusted me to lead and mentor them.
Date: 13Aug25
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) Paul J. Pratte
Duty Stations: NMCPAC EAD UNIT OKINAWA
Date: 8/13/2025
From: LNC(AW/SW)(SEL) Brittaney Hust
Duty Stations: NR DSO West attached to NRC San Diego, NR RLSO Southwest, Naval Medical Center San Diego, USS Peleliu (LHA-5)
Comments: I would like to thank my father EWC/CTTC (Ret.) David Doyle, my family, and everyone at my past and present commands who have supported, guided, and taught me to be the Sailor I am today. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Date: 8/13/25
From: TMC(SS/SW)(SEL)Lawson Mark Johnson
Duty Stations: USS Jimmy Carter
Comments: Thank you to my wife and family for always pushing me and believing that I could do more and be a better sailor.
Date: 8/12/25
From: BMC(AW/NAC)(SEL)Richard Gaskill
Duty Stations: MSRON-11
Comments: Thank you to AWFCM Colon, AWRCM Loiselle, AWRCM Sigman, AWOCS Crate, CWO3 Hauselmann, AWFC Dever, ITC Kimmons
Date: 8/13/25
From: CMC(EXW)(SEL)Anthony Schmidt
Duty Stations: MSRON 10
Comments: First I would like to thank all the people who I had the honor to work with and lead over my career, I would not be here if it wasn't for all of them. Second I would like to thank all of the mentors I have had to guide and mold me into who I am, to list a few: LCDR Sarah Hanzes, CMC Brandon Johnson, ETC Gerald Sims, ENC Garrett Rochon, MAC Ryan Lynch, MAC Cory Donaldson, GMC Ryan Rhodes, HT1 Matthew McCarty, EN1 Fidel Lopez, HM1 Warakomski, and many more. Then last but not least I would like to thank my family, for continually supporting me everyday and for the continued support as I go forward into my next chapter.
Date: 8/14/25
From: PSC(EXW)(SEL) Julleos Fernandez
Duty Stations: Special Operations Command-Korea; Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit EIGHT
Comments: Honestly, What the #*$&@! But, since here we are, I would like to thank all the Chiefs that shaped who I am and built my character today. If it weren't for them, I would not have been able to make the rank of a Chief Petty Officer. Much love, everybody!
Date: 8/14/25
From: HMC(SEL)Pawit Tangmatitam
Duty Stations: EMF CP Det LAC
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From: AMC (AW) (SEL) Joseph Hopkins
Duty Stations: VFA-97 (current), VFA-125 VFA-25, NFDS Blue Angels, NRD Michigan, VAQ-132, VFA-122.
Comments: I want to thank my family for the support that I receive, and very special thanks to my wife who can do anything! I want to thank AMC Ticman, AMC Graham, ADCS Logan, CMC Nanney, and Master Chief Mason for guidance and support. I also want to thank AM1 Sylla, AM1 Hamila, and all the junior enlisted Sailors and Marines of VFA-125 for teaching me the 5th generation fighter and being patient with me while I learn.
Date: 8/14/25
From: MAC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sarah L. Araujo
Duty Stations: USS PORTER (DDG 78)
Comments: So many people got me here! I'd like to thank CMDCM Mark House & CMDCM Isaiah Marauta, MACS Markeeta Harden, MAC Edilam Valencia, LSCS Eric Berrios, OSC Ronnie Jacobs. But especially my husband QMC Paul Araujo.
Date: 8/15/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Dorian A. Snyder
Duty Stations: Recruit Training Command (2025-current), Surface Combat Systems Center Wallops Island (2022-2025), USS PINCKNEY DDG 91 (2020-2022), USS CHANCELLORSVILLE CG 62 (2017-2020)
Date: 8/15/25
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Laura Buchanan
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit (MARMC/ SURGEMAIN), COMSURFDEVRON 1, USS BENFOLD (DDG 65)
Comments: First of all I would like to thank my family for their constant support. My mother Terrie and father Brian have always been my #1 fans. I would also like to thank my twin sister Kayla for always pushing me to be better. Id like to thank all of the Chiefs who have been apart of molding me into a better Sailor and a better leader. Thank you FCCM Barry, FCCM Culley, GMC Wulf, GMC Wilson, GMC Oyola, FCC Hancox, STGC Swann, and ITC Yousef. I would not be the person I am today without all your guidance and mentorship. Thank you to my sponsors OSC Noell, and MMC (Ret.) Massey. I know I haven’t known you long but I appreciate all the support and knowledge being passed down to me.
Date: 8/15/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL)Logan Lecompte
Duty Stations: MESG-2 DET BAH, SUBASE NL SECDET, NSA NAPLES SEC, SWFLNT KNGS BAY
Comments: MACS Rob Duker, Thank you for pushing me beyond my known potential. I appreciate you for seeing the best in me and encouraging me to think three steps ahead. MACM Peter Limson, thank you for giving me the tools to succeed. Your guidance and support have been invaluable in my growth. MAC Jalic Reddix, thank you for truly caring and always checking in. Your support has meant a lot to me. MAC Mike Dicola. You have been a true brother to me, and I'm grateful for your friendship.
Date: 8/7/2025
From: ITR(SS/IW)(SEL) Alycen Barney
Duty Stations: CSDS-5
Comments: Thank you to my children for sacrificing their mom to the Navy, the sailors who served along side me and helped me grow into the person I am currently becoming, ITNCM for truly believing in me as a second class, and most importantly, thank you to my spouse, there isn’t another person on this planet I would love to go through a chief season with more than you.
Date: 8/15/25
From: HMC (SEL) Maycee Frey
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit, EMF GL
Comments: Though not required it is recommended you use the comment section to thank some of those who got you to this point in your career. Thank you to my husband for standing by my side since the very beginning of my Navy career. Thank you to my Dad who mentioned the Navy to me when I was in the 10th grade…it stuck with me. Thank you to those leaders that believed in me and challenged me. And of course, thank you to my sailors, for never a dull moment and allowing me to lead you.
Date: 8/15/25
From: OSC(AW)(SEL) Jessica Bitell
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit/NR C6F N6 COMM SYS cross-assigned to NR CSG8 PIT (NRC Pittsburgh), ISA AB Bahrain
Comments: I must thank my family first! My amazing husband, Nick and my two beautiful daughters Olivia (8) and Evelyn (4). My mother, Therese and my father, Bill have been my biggest fans since day one! Thank you! I have had quite a few Chiefs in my career that have not only guided and mentored me, but have absolutely inspired me. So thank you to OSCM Nick Wagner, QMCS Melissa Loos, STSC Frankie Garcia, ABFCS Levis Rosales, ABHCS(Ret.) Alex Leal and ACCM (Ret.) Richard Dickey. Last but not least, a huge thank you to my Sponsors – HTC Les Harms and ASC(Ret.) John Forgie.
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From: LSC(AW)(SEL) J. Warren Dalrymple
Duty Stations: USS Porter, ASD Jacksonville, HSC-7
Comments: Mentors: LSC McNutt, LSC Warman, LSC Perales
Date: 8/15/2025
From: PSC(SEL) (SW/FMF/AW) Jeremy Henriquez
Duty Stations: Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic , Tactical Communications Command Two, Personnel Support Detachment Bahrain, 3rd Medical Battalion, Naval Academy Preparatory School
Comments: Sent from my iPhone
Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Rashad Richardson
Duty Stations: NMRTC Pensacola, USS Somerset LPD 25, NHP Guantanamo Bay.
Comments: I would like to think CMDCM Jeremy Dunlap, Master Chief Anderson Nyeche, Retired HMC Ruben Palkin, Retired HMC Alex Agreda, Master Chief Eric Ancheta, Captain David Jones
Date: 8/16/25
From: HMC(SEL) Lindsay Edwards
Duty Stations: NH Bremerton, NMRTC Yokosuka, NMC San Diego detachment Coronado, NH Pensacola, JTF GTMO
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From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andrew Quigley
Duty Stations: NMRTC New England Newport, RI, USS Ronald Reagan CVN 76, Naval Ophthalmic Support and Training Activity
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who has supported me through my journey. My Sailors, Family, Leaders, and those who have shown me grace in my most vulnerable moments. This is all due to you! List is not all inclusive! HMC Hawkins HMCS Nowaczyk HMCM Hill HMCM Baldwin HMCS Major HMC Ret Martinez HMCS Ret Mitchell HMC Filidor HMC Caro HMCS Ret Alcasid HMCS Porche
Date: 8/16/25
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Kevin Girard
Duty Stations: Officer Training Command Newport, USS Milius(DDG69), USS San Antonio (LPD17)
Comments: First I’d like to thank my family. My mom, dad and all my siblings for giving me the drive to keep going. After that the sailors and many Chiefs who have taught me many lessons and giving me leadership opportunities along the way.
Date: Example 1/1/24
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Ryan Scalzo
Duty Stations: Pearl Harbor 2017-2021, Everett 21-22, SWESC GL 22-25
Comments: Ready to hit the deck plates running.
Date: 8/6/25
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL) Dex Hicks
Duty Stations: —
Date: 8/16/25
From: LSC(SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) Moses Cruz
Duty Stations: NMRTCNE (current), NSWDG, USS Harry S. Truman CVN 75
Comments: I have numerous Chiefs that I have thanked (current/previous commands). I have deliberately reached out to each of them who have helped me throughout my journey (there have been so many).
Date: 8/16/25
From: PSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Peter Christian A. Atengco
Duty Stations: HQ Allied Joint Force Command, Naples Italy
Date: 8/16/2025
From: HMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Devin Obermeyer
Duty Stations: NMRTC NE Newport, RI
Date: 8/16/25
From: ITRC(SS/SW/IW)(SEL) Nicholas C. Morton
Duty Stations: IWTS HI, USS Asheville, USS Key West, CTF 74, USS Frank Cable, USS Charlotte
Date: 8/16/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW) (SEL) Joshua Fahrenkrug
Duty Stations: IWTG San Diego
Comments: I want to thank CTRCM(Ret) Nathan Mitchell, CTRCS Epps, CTRC Jarger
Date: 8/17/25
From: MNC(SW)(SEL) David J. Hernandez
Duty Stations: Current Command: MCMGRU 5/CDS 50; Past Commands: USS Sentry, USS Champion, NMCLANT Unit Charleston, Southwest Regional Maintenance Center, (SWRMC), USS Gladiator, USS Devastator
Comments: I would like to thank all the great and amazing people that have helped me through my career: My Sea Daddy: RWCM Jusup Hansen ( :p ), MNCM Hartman, MNCS Luna, MNCS Snyder, MNCS Lopez, MNCS Tyler Smith, MNC Nunez, MNC Casses, MNC Musa and the all the Mineman that I have served with, alongside and for that have helped mentor me into who I am today. THANK YOU!
Date: 8/17/25
From: BMC(SEL) Timoteo P. Legaspi, Jr.
Duty Stations: 2020-Current NCHB-14, 2019-2020 BMU-1, 2014-2020 ACB-1, 2010-2014 VR-46, 2009-2010 NAVELSG FWD Kilo, 2008-2010 HSC-85, 2007-2008 task Group Trident - Afghanistan, 2004-2007 HSC-85
Comments: To my lovely wife, Mayra, that has taken on the weight of my responsibilities to help place these anchors on me, my son Jaiden that endured me being gone for years of his life during multiple conflicts and still grew to be a wonderful man and father, my sister Lina for constantly supporting my craziness and loving me authentically, my father ML2 Tom Legaspi that grew me to love the Navy as he did...Rest in Heaven, my best friend and mentor, CTNC Rodolfo Ornelas for always keeping it real and guiding a young AE3 and an old BM1, for Senior Chief Martinez that showed me a REAL Chief is...Rest in peace, and to all of the Chiefs that helped me get here as well as the Chiefs that stood firmly in my way....you were ALL my motivators. Hoo-Yah!!! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!!!!
Date: 8/17/25
From: ISC(IW/EXW)(SEL) Elijah T. Buford
Duty Stations: IWTC San Diego, NSWG-1 (ST-5), FLTCYBER/C10F, NAVCENT/C5F
Comments: A very special thanks to ISCS Cedrick Green, CTTC Michael Bott, ISC Cody Fussell, AGC Richard "Marty" Martinez, and ISC Nick Moore for all the mentorship and assistance along the way.
Date: 8/18/25
From: CMC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Samantha N. Watts
Duty Stations: NCB18
Comments: I would like to thank all the great people who have helped me throughout my career. NCB18 CPO Mess has been such a big help throughout my career and I wouldn't be where I am today without them.
Date: 8/18/25
From: EMNC(SS)(SEL)Austin Collins
Duty Stations: USS Newport News SSN-750. NNPTC.
Comments: Chiefs Mess onboard The Newport News from 2020-2025!
Date: 8/18/25
From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) Shawn P. Parker
Duty Stations: Current - NNPTC. Previous - SSN 756, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, SSN 773.
Comments: I want to thank my wife, Erica, who never stopped believing me. Special thanks to MMNC Mark Okon, ETNC James Foster, ETNCM Ethan Mayo, ETNC (retired) David Danbya, and ENS TaQuawn Monrose for all the help and lessons learned. There are so many who helped me get here, there's no way I could list them all. I'm so thankful for all of you. < Virus-free.www.avg.com <
Date: 8/18/25
From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) Jonathan Parker
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command. (PAST) USS EMORY S LAND (AS 39), USS JOHN WARNER (SSN 785).
Comments: I want to give thanks to all past and present Chiefs that have provided mentorship and guided my development. Special call outs to Matt Smith and Tony Amato for demonstrating what an incredible team looks like, Mike Russow for looking out for his Sailors and keeping a level head, and Travis Armstrong for insight on how to be a fresh Chief and still successful.
Date: 8/18/25
From: CTIC(IW)(SEL) Anna VanderStouwe
Duty Stations: CWA-65 Ft. Meade, MD
Comments: There have been many people who have brought me to this point, but those who have supported me and lifted me the highest are those who saw me and put in the time at the beginning. My daughter - my reason for anything. My husband - without him nothing would have been achieved to the level it was. He is the hand that continuously and gently straightened my spine whenever things felt too heavy. CTIC(Ret) Amorita Malagon, CTI1(Ret) Clark Fox, CTI1(Ret) Brandon Lyda, CTI1(soon to be retired?) Jason Lynn. You were all my family in some way, and you helped carve me a path that I knew I could follow. Big thank you to all those who have also put out a hand along the way. I remember you, and I hope to honor you. It's about learning and taking care of people. That's it.
Date: 8/18/25
From: EOC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Sophie X. Duong
Duty Stations: Naval Construction Battalion 25
Comments: Thank you to the whole Seabee community for always pushing me to do more than I think I am capable of. Very special thanks to the ones who have mentored me knowingly or otherwise. The list is too long, but they know who they are. (DuongBentley on the Reserves NAVADMIN but I'm getting a divorce)
Date: 8/18/2025
From: AOC(AW) (SEL) Eric B. Lano
Duty Stations: NRC Minneapolis, AOSS 2, HSM-48, NMCDET Fallon, HSM-75
Comments: Too many people to thank! Most of all I would like to thank my wife Katie. With her support and love we can do anything. Wish I could have gone through last year when I was selected but better late than never! Navy Chief, Navy Pride!
Date: 8/18/25
From: EOC(SCW)(SEL) Zachary W. McNeely
Duty Stations: NCG1, NMCB 25, NMCB 4, NMCB 40
Comments: Always first, my wife Brittany who has always, and continues to support me in everything. My brother, BUC (Sel) Thomas Huber. CMDCM William D. Hieb and LCDR Reno R. Perryman. -- EOC (SCW) Sel Zachary McNeely Naval Construction Group One NRC Minneapolis, NCB25 (763)233-9155 zachary.mcneely@gmail.com
Date: 8/20/25
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Donica N. Harris
Duty Stations: USS Harry S. Truman, HSC-2, HSM-74, United States Naval, Academy, COMUSNAVCENT/COMFIFTHFLT, MOC FIFTHFLT
Comments: Big thank you to my children, my mother, sisters, brother and my full support back home in New York and Trinidad! Special shout out to all the Chiefs(past and present) that helped to mold me into the professional I am today. The biggest thank you's to FLTCM(Ret.) Karim Cole, NCCM Pam Thomas and OSCM(sel) Stacey Neely. Thank you! Thank you! And thank you again!
Date: 8/20/25
From: ACC(AW/SW/IW)(SEL) Caitlyn L. Wise
Duty Stations: NR TACRON 22/NRC Rochester NY (2023-present), NAS Whidbey Island (2018-2023), USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)(2014-2018)
Comments: My biggest thanks to my wife Kayleigh for always supporting me in my Navy career, both active and reserves. Thank you for holding it down, raising our kids, and feeding our too many pets while I’m gone. Thank you mom and dad, for unconditional love and support even when I didn’t deserve it. And of course to my mentor, ACCS Justin Olson, thank you for teaching me how to talk to airplanes good, and even more so, how to lead.
Date: 8/20/25
From: BUC (SCW) (SEL) Tim Fitzgerald
Duty Stations: NMCB 11, NMCB 74, United States Naval Academy, NRC Rochester, NY, NCB27
Comments: Thank you to my wife, Andrea for always being there and supporting this journey! Thank you to all my mentors through the years for believing in me, and challenging me! Very grateful. Looking forward to contributing to this world wide Mess! Navy Chief! Navy Pride! Thank you!
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From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Dillon Quiett
Duty Stations: RTAG-NE, NRC Buffalo, HSL/HSM-48, VR-62, HSM-60, VAQ-209
Date: 8/20/25
From: FCC(SW) (SEL) Shivanand Harry.
Duty Stations: USS New York, NRD Phoenix, USS Billings.
Comments: First, to my loving wife, Sayyada Harry, you’ve been my rock, standing by me through every storm, your unwavering support means more than words can say. To my family, thank you for shaping me into the man I am today; your lessons, love, and guidance are the foundation I stand on. Mom, you taught me how to carry myself with grace and strength, and Dad, you gave me the tools and mindset to grow into the kind of man I strive to be every day. With everything you’ve all poured into me, I know I can take on whatever comes next… and the rest, I’ll figure out.
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From: LSC(SEL) Mouhamadou Baro
Duty Stations: Isa Airbase, Bahrain( NRC Washington DC
Date: 8/20/25
From: MAC (SEL) Matt Owen
Duty Stations: Naval Station Mayport, ECRC DET FT JACKSON, PNSY, AUTEC
Comments: Thank you to those who have supported me and got me here. To my mentors, they know.
Date: 8/1/25
From: CSC (SW/AW) (SEL) Jenkins, Adrian
Duty Stations: USS Billings LCS-15
Date: 8/1/25
From: MAC(SW)(SEL) Bryttany Ward
Duty Stations: NRC Rochester, NY
Comments: Thank you to my old BMCS Debrucker and BMC Evans for starting my navy career off correctly and making me into the sailor I am today.
Date: —
From: PSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Jamal Lowery
Duty Stations: NAVSUP FLC Bahrain
Comments: I would like to express my deepest gratitude to God first and foremost. I am incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of my family throughout my career. Additionally, I want to thank the countless mentors who believed in me and believed in my abilities.
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From: CEC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Katherine Delrosario
Duty Stations: NCB18 Det Ventura, NRC Ventura County
Comments: I like to thank first my son for being the reason I strive for success, my village, without you I wouldn't the person I am today, lastly I like to thank everyone that's left a lasting impression, good and bad, in these 19 years of service because of you I've grown to be the leader I am today.
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC (FMF) (SEL) Mayari Xander
Duty Stations: MWSS-171 (Iwakuni, Japan)
Comments: Thank you to my family for always being supportive throughout my whole career. I also want to thank the Sailors and civilians that I have had the privilege to work alongside. I have learned so much from you and am forever humbled by our experiences. To my leadership for pushing me out of my comfort zone and for their patience in mentoring me. Thank you all!
Date: —
From: CTTC(SW)(SEL) Eugene "EJ" Somerville
Duty Stations: NSWC CRANE, USS CAPE ST GEORGE (CG-71), USS GRIDLEY (DDG-101), U.S. FLEET FORCES COMMAND, USS RUSSELL (DDG-59).
Comments: Thank you to my first Chief, CTTCS(SW/IW)(Ret) Daniel "Chief Dank" Yanklowitz, CTTC(SW/IW) Wayne Collins, CTRC(SW/IW)(Ret) Chris Ramsey, BMC(SW) Tyler Santos, STGCS(SW) Iain Smith, and many many more who shaped me into the Sailor I am today!
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Samantha Bigham
Duty Stations: Naval Consolidated Brig Miramar, 1st Medical Battalion, 3rd Dental Battalion, USS New Orleans LPD18, Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Comments: Honored to be selected as a Chief Petty Officer in the world’s finest Navy. Grateful to my kids, Aimee and William, and my family for always being my why. Thank you to HMC Rachel Harvey (Ret.), my first Chief, and to mentors CMDCM Freyberg, CMDCM Wheeler, FCC Wallachy (Ret.), and HM1 Caldas (Ret.). Appreciation to my biggest cheerleaders, HMC Toms and HMC DeLaPena. To everyone who shaped my journey — thank you.
Date: 8/23/25
From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Christopher Coleman
Duty Stations: USS Alabama (SSBN-731)(BLUE) X2, PHNSY & IMF, NAVSUBSCOL, USS Columbus (SSN-762).
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, and to all I have served with that has taught, mentored, and challenged me through my career. I intend to keep going and pay it forward.
Date: 8/23/25
From: HMC(SW/FMF/EXW)(SEL) Osvaldo Rodriguezrivera
Duty Stations: USS Richard M. McCool Jr.
Date: 8/24/2025
From: CEC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Che S. Vang
Duty Stations: ACB1, CBMU 303, NMCB11, NMCB133, NMCB1, NCB 18, NCB 22, NCB 27, NRC Lemoore
Comments: I extend my sincere appreciation to my wife, Denise, and my daughter, Allenby, for their understanding and consistent encouragement, serving as my anchors throughout my journey. My gratitude also goes to YNC Henry Cole, CE1 Gilbert Rivera (RET), and the entire NCB Eighteen Chief’s Mess for their confidence in me and ongoing support. I offer special thanks to Master Chief Daniel Hamilton, Master Chief Chad Bartman, Master Chief James Blue, Master Chief Jerry Shuemaker, and Senior Chief Amber Sigler for their lasting guidance, wisdom, and the significant impact their mentorship has had on my personal and professional growth. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge my sponsors, LSC Sergio Benitez and MAC John Bettencourt, whose steadfast support, and valuable insights, even over a brief period of acquaintance, have provided meaningful encouragement and humility.
Date: 08/26/2025
From: BMC (SW/EXW) (SEL) Matthew Bryan Bilbrey
Duty Stations: USS Kauffman FFG-59, Costal Riverine Squadron 8, NAVSTA Mayport Port Operations, USS Donald Cook DDG-75
Comments: Section: I’m thanking every Chief active and retired that has really helped guide, shape, and mold me into the leader I am today. You know who you are and what you’ve done. I wouldn’t be the leader I am today if it wasn’t for you all. I would also like to thank my mom and dad Catherine and Joe, my two brothers Michael and Steven, my wife Ariana, and my two beautiful children Colton and Weston. My support team is the best and I couldn’t do this without you. Love you all!
Date: 8/27/25
From: EMNC (SW/AW) (SEL) Tristan Lee Pastor
Duty Stations: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN71), NPS CHASN BOS
Comments: I would like to thank everyone that has helped me throughout my career to get me to this point, giving me the opportunities to excel and always be the best version of myself. I would like to give a special shout out to my wife, family, EMNCM Dave Lynch, EMNCS Jake Bleier, EMNCS Jarett Perez and LTJG Paul Schwab for their continuous support and unwavering reinforcement. Thank you all.
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From: EMNC(SS)(SEL) Alexander Corces
Duty Stations: USS Georgia (BLUE) (SSGN 729)
Comments: Thanks to those who believed in me.
Date: 8/28/25
From: EMNC(SEL)(SS) Tyler Erickson
Duty Stations: NNPTC, last boat USS Asheville
Comments: I'd like to thank the Chiefs that taught and supported me throughout the years and a division that knew how to get everything asked done.
Date: 8/28/25
From: ETNC(SEL) Alexandra J. Johnson
Duty Stations: NNPTC. PCU John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).
Comments: A special thanks to ETNC Shove, ETNCM Drahos, ETNC Smith and MMNCS Stewart and all the others that believed and helped me through my career.
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From: HTC(SW) (SEL) Leon Dalley
Duty Stations: SWESC Great Lakes, I want to say thank you to everyone who never gave up on me m. And told me to keep my head on straight and keep pushing!
Date: 8/30/25
From: ETNC(SW)(SEL) Corey Banton
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command, Previous: USS Harry S Truman
Date: 8/30/25
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Caycen Thompson
Duty Stations: NNPTC, USS Ronald Reagan.
Comments: A heartfelt thanks to Derrick Cross, William Bowden, Blake Smith, and Heath Thompson. While this is not an all-inclusive list, these men stand out most in my memory as those from whom I have learned the most and whose leadership qualities I have sought to emulate in my own development into the man I am today.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC (SEL) Shane Maxwell
Duty Stations: NRC Fargo and NSF Everett
Comments: Thank you to my Family and all of their support. Thank you to everyone that helped me along the way. Especially Thankful for my Mentors - OSC (Ret) Wangen, ITC (Ret) Bubbers, PSC Hennies, LSC Rahlf
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From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL)Mary Mace
Duty Stations: CSG4 AIR C2, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, NCTAMS LANT, USS ENTERPRISE, FACSFAC VACAPES, USS CARTER HALL
Comments: I would like to give a big thank you to ITC Hammond who was the very Chief to tell me that I was going to be a Master Chief one day. At the time I didn’t even see khakis in my future. Shout out to OSC Eric Coleman, OSC Chad Sherwood, OSC Evelyn Ajilore, OSC Kenyatta McKeithen, AOCS Julius Carter, MACM Hyatt, ISC Amy Zittritsch (RET), ACCM Eileen Dickey and countless other Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs. You all played a key role in my life to guide me where I am today. I could not have done it with out your mentorship and guidance!
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC(SEL) La Shunda Jones
Duty Stations: NRC Norfolk
Comments: I want to thank my mother ITC Lo Retta Hale, USN (Ret.). Without you none of this would be possible. Following in your footsteps has been one of my greatest accomplishments. As well to thank my husband Mark, and our children for sticking beside me, supporting and motivating me the whole way! Not to forget my mentors along the way thank you for pushing me to be better than I believed I could be.
Date: 8/30/25
From: MAC (EXW/IW)(SEL) Kenneth Clary
Duty Stations: NRC El Paso/MSRON-1
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has been there during my career. You have taught me perseverance and patience.
Date: 8/1/2025
From: AMC(AW)(SEL) Ian Nartker
Duty Stations: NPC, VFA-25, VFA-122, VFA-97
Date: 9/1/2025
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Jacob P. Gouldner
Duty Stations: Maritime Support Wing, VR-61, VR-56, VR-53, VR-57
Comments: I want to offer my sincerest gratitude to all the Chiefs AND Sailors who have helped me get to this point in my career. Specifically, I want to thank AFCM "Jackie" Cain and AZCM Colby Steele for not quitting on me when I wanted to quit on myself.
Date: 9/1/25
From: ETC(SW/IW)(SEL) Tom A. Langley
Duty Stations: * USS Lassen DDG-82 2024 – Present, * NNPTC Charleston 2021 – 2024, * RTC Great Lakes 2017 – 2021, * NCTS Bahrain 2015 – 2017, * USS Vicksburg CG-69 2010 – 2015, * USS Ponce LPD-15 2007 – 2010
Comments: Honored to be on this side. Eternally grateful to the following members of the Mess: CTRCS(Ret.) Trevor Logan, ETCS(Ret.) Don Sawyer, MMNCS Ross Wilson, STSCS Seth Billet, ETCS Mike Lewis, LT Bryan Henson, BM1 Yue Ming Li, ET1 Dan Davis, ISC Chris Emerson, CAPT Walter Langley, LTC James Henderson, LTC Sandra Henderson, and most importantly my son Hayden Langley, and wife Meghan Langley.
Date: 9/1/25
From: QMC(SW/IW)(SEL)Dillon Keller
Duty Stations: PCU Harvey C. Barnum Jr DDG 124.
Comments: Thank you to QMC Matt McGee and QMC Jay Cardoso for believing in me early on in my career and knowing I would make it to this point in my career.
Date: 9/1/25
From: EODC (SEL) (EWS/FPJ) Dave Garcia
Duty Stations: MDSU ONE DET EOD, EODMU EIGHT
Comments: I'd like to thank my recruiter.
Date: 9/1/25
From: YNC(SEL) Sandra M. Dones
Duty Stations: NRC Puerto Rico/NR USNAVSO/CAI:NR CNE/A HQ
Comments: To my family, friends, and specially to my husband Héctor, THANK YOU! I would have not reached this goal without you. Thank you, Lord, for giving me the strength to be determined and conquer fear. I am blessed!!
Date: 9/2/25
From: ITC (IW/SW/AW) (SEL) Benjamin Hobbs
Duty Stations: NCTS HAMPTON ROADS (Formally NCTAMS LANT DET HRDS), USS Porter (DDG 78), NCDOC, USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19)
Comments: To everyone that has helped me along this journey, thank you! Huge shout out to LT Buechler, ITCM (Ret) Heitsman, ITC Stegner, my wife Kerry, and my dad CTTC (Ret) Hobbs.
Date: 9/2/25
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Vincent Foster
Duty Stations: NAS Patuxent River, MD
Comments: Shout out to my beautiful wife for being my rock and putting up with my attitude. My wonderful children for giving me a reason to keep on pushing.
Date: 03/09/25
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Matthew Doerfler
Duty Stations: USS Halyburton 2013-2014, USS Bonhomme Richard 2014-2015, USS Green Bay 2015-2017, SWOS Great Lakes 2017-2020, USS Fort Lauderdale 2020-present, I am honored to join the greatest fraternity in the world. , Navy Chief, Navy Pride
Date: 9/9325
From: ISC(SEL) Stephanie Korin (USCG)
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station Pensacola, FL
Comments: I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to all of you who have played a role in shaping the person I am today. Whether you’ve been a mentor, a colleague, a friend, or family, your support, guidance, and belief in me have been invaluable.
Date: 9/3/25
From: MTC(SS)(SEL) MICHAEL CARROLL
Duty Stations: USS Tennessee SSBN (734)(Blue), TRF Kings Bay, USS Wyoming SSBN(742)(Gold), Naval Ordnance Test Unit
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and my son for supporting me and pushing me to be the best i can be through my career. I would also like to thank all who I met along the way and took the time to be real with me about their experiences to help me grow as a person.
Date: 9/3/25
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) James Campos
Duty Stations: PHNSY&IMF
Comments: 4 on 3!
Date: 9/2/25
From: RSC(SW/IW)(SEL) Michelle Worthing
Duty Stations: USS Ralph Johnson DDG-114
Comments: Thanks to the ones who told me not give up and that my time would come.
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From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Dallas Bracken
Duty Stations: NNPTC 2018-2020, USS GERALD R. FORD (CVN-78) 2020-2024, PHNSH&IMF (2024-Present)
Comments: 4 on 3! Thank you to my wife and children! Thank you Chief Cummins!
Date: 06SEP25
From: SBC(SWCC)(SEL) Jake, Terranova
Duty Stations: NSWG4 TD-E (nov24-present) SBT-20 (sep16-Nov24) SWCC Class 89 graduated 14Jul16
Comments: the navy doesn’t owe you a thing, And you don’t deserve a position, you get selected into a position and you prove to them they made the right choice.
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From: ETC(EXW/SW/IW)(SEL)Tierney Parker
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team 20 (Nov19-Present), Beachmaster Unit Two (Aug16-Nov19)
Comments: To my daughter, friends, family, sailors and mentors! Thank you for getting me here!
Date: 9/6/25
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Aaliyah M. Craig
Duty Stations: Surface Combat Systems Training Command Detachment Middle Atlantic (2023-Present), USS Jason Dunham (DDG-109) (2018-2023).
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, shipmates, and the mess who have guided me throughout my naval career because you all have gotten me to where I am today. I am forever grateful for this opportunity to become a part of the world’s best fraternity. I would like to give a special shout-out to OSC Mitchell (Ret.) for believing in me, giving me advice, and answering the phone no matter what time it is. I will never take the leadership and mentorship I received from everyone for granted.
Date: 9/6/2025
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Dejah Mitchell
Duty Stations: MAR15-APR18: NNWC, AUG18-SEP22: USS McFaul (DDG 74), OCT22-PRESENT: SCSTC Det Midlant
Comments: I'd like to thank my mother, my daughter, and my father, GSCS (Ret.) Darveco Mitchell for the unwavering belief in me. The biggest Navy influences that got me to this point are CMC Jesse Johnson, FCACM Jonathan Vinluan, FCACM(Ret.) Korey Jones, ITCM Amaury Ponciano, ITCM (Ret.) Chris Boyson, FCACS Larry Gatewood, ITCS Robert Lohse, ITC Parker Mills, ITC Darren Cutshall, IT1 Devir Andersen, IT1 Alex Canales, and IT1 Dwayne Lyons. My selection was not solely due to my work; the aforementioned people had a HUGE hand in this feat. My anchors also belong to them.
Date: 9/6/25
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL) Bruce Roppe
Duty Stations: JUL17-AUG22: USS Mahan (DDG-72), SEP22-PRESENT: SCSTC DET MIDPAC
Comments: I’d like to thank my wife, my father, my mother, my brother, my sisters, and both of my grandfathers (Rest In Peace) to include their brothers that were all USN Sailors before me. The most influential Sailors that got me to this point are ETC Jeff Law, FCAC Alex Radsek, FCAC Asma Horvath, CTTC John Jennings, OSC Robert Bavero, FCACM Jerry Ramirez, FCACM(Ret.) Mark Magnant, BMCS John Adee, and FCACS Eric Kemp. This honor and milestone is shared with them as well, and their lessons will not be forgotten. All are Outstanding Sailors and Chiefs that were always there for me and any of their Sailors that ever needed or will ever need anything in the future, guaranteed.
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From: ETC(SW/IW/AW)(SEL)Aaron Gould
Duty Stations: 2013-2016 USS Germantown (LSD-42) , 2016-2017 NCTS Bahrain, 2017-2021 CSCSU (now SCSTC) Great Lakes ET "A" School, 2021-2025 USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70), 2025-Present CIWT Pensacola.
Comments: Thank you to my family, friends, and shipmates who have put their faith and trust in me to guide and shape me into being able to reach this point. At first I didn't understand without you all I wouldn't have been able to make it here on my own.
Date: 9/7/25
From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) Joshua Heard.
Duty Stations: NNPTC, SSBN 738 USS MARYLAND (G)
Comments: Thank you to my wife and son for supporting me every day, and to the Maryland Turtle Squad (Tas, Don, Chance, and Derrick) for being my greatest mentors and helping me grow as a leader.
Date: 9/7/25
From: ETNC (SW)(SEL) Cullen Falvey
Duty Stations: 2025-PRESENT NAVAL NUCLEAR POWER TRAINING COMMAND, 2021-2025 CVN 70 USS CARL VINSON, 2019-2021 MTS 626 DANIEL WEBSTER
Date: 9/12/25
From: ISC (IW)(SEL) Marjorie Edrada
Duty Stations: USINDOPACOM JIOC Hawai’i
Comments: Thank you to my husband, Sunny, my children Justin, Brandon, and Collin for supporting my career in the Navy.
Date: 9/7/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Brock Fairchild
Duty Stations: PHNSY & IMF
Comments: Thank you to my wife, instructors, my Sailors and mentors.
Date: 9/7/25
From: MMNC(SW)(SEL)Jackson Queen
Duty Stations: NNPTC, CVN-69
Comments: Giant thank you to John Rasmussen for seeing in me the leader that nobody else did, including me, and empowering me to unleash it. To the rest of the NNPTC and 5-Star CVN-69 Chiefs that steered me in the right direction along the way, thank you for the nonstop support.
Date: 9/7/25
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Kyra McClintock
Duty Stations: NAVCONBRIG MIRAMAR DET PEARL HARBOR
Comments: Thank you to my Fiancé and dad for supporting me everyday along with all my mentors and Sailors throughout the years.
Date: 9/8/25
From: SBC (SWCC) (SEL) John Roca
Duty Stations: NSWG4 TD-E (JUN25-present) SBT-20 (MAR18-JUN25) SWCC Class 97 graduated 02NOV2017.
Date: 9/8/25
From: SBC (SEL) Hayden Kemp
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team Twenty (2014-2021), NAVSCIATTS (2021-2025), Special Boat Team Twenty (2025- Present)
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From: HMC(SEL) Amie Rismiller
Duty Stations: NRC Indianapolis ASU, NR NMRTC CP HQ
Comments: HMCS Katie Daniels, HMCS Rashanta Pippins, HMCS Robert Johnston…. My daughter Lilly… you have all been so incredibly instrumental in getting to this point. On the backs of true giants I have made it to this place in my life and career. I couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you for being you. My daughter… you and me kid, against the world. HMC(sel) Amie McLean BSN, RN NR NMRTC Camp Pendleton HQ LCPO NRC Indianapolis, ASU 317-835-1938 amie.n.mclean.mil@us.navy.mil hmamierismiller@gmail.com Today I shall behave as if this is the day I will be remembered. – Dr. Suess
Date: 9/8/25
From: HMC(SEL) Christopher Legare
Duty Stations: NR EMF Camp Pendleton
Comments: A heartfelt thank you to the Mad City Chiefs Mess at NRC Madison Wisconsin. -Very Respectfully, HMC (sel) Legare, Christopher Civ Email: legarechristopher2@gmail.com NAVY CHIEF!!! NAVY PRIDE!!!
Date: 8/9/25
From: FCAC(SW)(SEL)Jacob Shimmin
Duty Stations: USVRON 1 (current), USS Barry (DDG 52), USAAMDS Romania, NRD San Francisco, USS Mitscher (DDG 57)
Comments: I would like to thank ENS DeTrolio (my DLCPO before going STO), CMDCM Ervin, CTTC Hunkler, FCC May, FCAC Dorsey, ITC Raffler, and FCAC Hill.
Date: 9/9/25
From: ETC(SW/EXW)(SEL) Nick Muddiman
Duty Stations: SCSTC LTFPAC
Comments: First I want to thank my wife Bianca, I couldn't have done this without you. Also Sam Alvarez, John Albin, and Mike Wild couldn't have got here without you. And last but not least all the junior dudes actually doing the nitty gritty work making it happen. Thanks.
Date: 9/9/25
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Anthony “Aj” Jordan
Duty Stations: SCSTC Great Lakes OS “A”/ IC “A/C” Schools
Comments: I’d like to thank OSCS Megan Davis, OSCS Del Traylor, OSC Joey Berrien, and my mom, family and friends who have helped guide me here!
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From: ICC(SW)(SEL) Zachary Taylor
Duty Stations: SCSTC Great Lakes
Comments: Huge thank you to FCACS Timothy Klee, ETCS Thomas Sramek, DCC Bob Stratiff, EMC(ret) James LaFrance, ENCS Josaphat Satenay, ETC Ramos, FCAC Ivanovsky, and FCAC Kemp for all their support and belief in me making it this far!
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From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) Myles Smith
Duty Stations: NNPTC NPS NAVNUPWRTRACOM, USS HELENA (SSN-725)
Comments: Massive gratitude to EMNCM(SS) James Hutchinson, EMNCS(SS) David Pomory, ETNC(SS) David Cooper, ETNC(SS) Bill Decker, MMNC(SS) Richard Marron, EMNC(SS) Max Thomassy, all my shipmates throughout my career, my family, and my friends for your unyielding support, mentorship, and insight that has shaped me into the person I am today. I would not be here without you.
Date: 9/10/2025
From: HMC(FMF/EXW/SW)(SEL) Devin Miller
Duty Stations: Maritime Security Squadron TWO
Comments: I would like to thank my beautiful wife, Courtney, and my children Brad (18), Charlie (15), and Evelyn (12). Your love and support has been the foundation of my success. I would like to then Nieka, Jermy Josh, Phillips, Jesse, Ben, Scott, Collin, Dosh, John, Gerald, Dave, Jeff, Carlos, and TJ. Thank you all for the support, direction, and lessons along the way.
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From: EMC(SS)(SEL)Bryan Culver
Duty Stations: NRC Schenectady, Surgemain. (NPTU Balston Spa, USS Helena (SSN-725))
Comments: Special thanks to every Chief who showed me the standards demanded of the position. Your methods of motivation ranged from time intensive verbal punishment to heartfelt discussions on personal growth and patriotism. Years ago, I thought I knew which of my Chiefs were "good" or "bad", but I've learned that you all cared about me, and you all answered the call to develop me into the person I am today. I am eternally grateful to you, and I am in your debt for the rest of my life. I OWE you my service to my command, our Sailors, and Navy.
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From: ETNC(SEL) James R. Wheaton
Duty Stations: USS Jefferson City (SSN-759)
Comments: I just want to thank the many people who have taken their time to mentor and guide me on my journey.
Date: 9/10/25
From: EMNC(SS)(SEL) Michael A. Zuber
Duty Stations: NNPTC NFAS NAVNUPWRTRACOM, USS BOISE(SSN-764)
Comments: Huge thanks to all of the incredible people who have been alongside me throughout the past near-decade. I've had a wide range of incredible leaders throughout that time, with incredibly different approaches and styles, and I will continue to learn from your lessons.
Date: 9/10/25
From: ISC(IW/EXW)(SEL) Brianna L. Larkin
Duty Stations: SEAL Team 18
Comments: Thank you for all the guidance, wisdom, and motivation from the Chiefs that got me here. Also thank you to my peers and junior sailors that I've learned from and have led. Looking forward to seeing their names on the next list. Lastly, thank you to my fiance CTRC Chris O'Nan for his love and support. It's an honor and a privilege to join the mess. Thank you! Bri Larkin
Date: 9/11/2025
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Brett D. Cantrell
Duty Stations: MSRON-11
Comments: Thank you to everyone who has been a part of my journey so far. Thank you to all my chiefs who pushed me to be comfortable being uncomfortable and thank you to my family. Specifically my wife for being my biggest support and keeping me going every day.
Date: 9/11/2025
From: HMC(SEL) Cody Z. McLane
Duty Stations: Navy Medicine Operational Training Command
Comments: Thank you to the friends, peers and leaders throughout my career, there are too many to name but every one of you are appreciated. And a special thank you to my wife Angelina, and my children Landon, Killian, and Oliver.
Date: 9/11/25
From: AMC(AW/SW)(SEL) Alan R. Atkins
Duty Stations: USS Enterprise (CVN 65) 2010-2013, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Three Five (HSM-35) 2013-2016, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Three (HSC-3) 2016-2019, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 75) 2019-2021, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Two Three (HSC-23) 2021-2023, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Four One (HSM-41) 2023-Present
Comments: I would like to thank my Wife and Kids for supporting me through my career and sacrificing many days without me and pushing me to do better.
Date: 9/11/25
From: ETNC(SS)(SEL) Brendan O. Morris
Duty Stations: NNPTC, USS Vermont (SSN-792)
Comments: Many thanks to ETNCS(SS) George (Bubba) Melton, MMNCS(SS) Alan Engle, my shipmates on the Vermont and at NNPTC that helped shape me into who I am today. Thanks to my family and friends that have supported me through the years.
Date: 9/12/25
From: GySgt, CPO (SEL) Taylor M. Buquet
Duty Stations: VMFA-242, MCAS Iwakuni; MALS-39, Camp Pendleton CA; MATSS-1 NAS Meridian MS.
Comments: Thank you to my aunt Sarah, who recommended I go through this process. Thank you to the MCASI Mess and SgtMaj Armentrout, who gave me the chance to participate. Thank you to my sponsors and Season Leads, who spoon fed me even when I couldn’t comprehend the spoons. Finally, thank you to my supportive husband Shea, who has lightened my load, and given me the support I need to make it through season.
Date: 9/12/25
From: HMC(SS/FMF/AW/SW)(SEL)Damien Perry Farinha
Duty Stations: NNPTC, SSN-759, NMOTC det NAMI, VAW-123, VMFA(AW)-242, TBS Quantico
Comments: I’m grateful for the support and the wisdom from all my mentors, personal and professional, who have adjusted my rudder to the course currently achieved. Thank you.
Date: —
From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Gabie Marie E. Eco
Duty Stations: NIOC Texas; COMUSNAVCENT; USS OAKLAND Gold - Crew 207; IWTC San Diego
Comments: Thank you to all my mentors who put me in positions to grow as a leader and as a person, and for listening to all my venting. & to my sponsor's who had to deal with me all season and never quit on me. And thank you to my parents for raising me and supporting me throughout my life.
Date: 12/09/2025
From: EMC(SEL) Craig Loetz
Duty Stations: All me bloomin' life, NRC Buffalo NY - Dec 2025 to present , NRC Birmingham AL - Oct 2023 to Nov 2025, ACB-1 (Coronado, CA) - July 2020 to Sept 2023, NRC Tampa FL - Sept 2017 to June 2020, (Break in service Dec 2015 to Sept 2017), Naval Health Clinic Annapolis MD - Dec 2013 to Dec 2015, Naval Hospital Lemoore CA - Dec 2010 to Dec 2013, Corpsman Optometry "C" School (NOSTRA @ Yorktown NWS Virginia) - Mar 2010 to Nov 2010, Corpsman "A" School (Great Lakes, IL) - Nov 2009 to Mar 2010, RTC Great Lakes IL - Sep 2009 to Oct 2009, Looking forward to meeting new Brothers and Sisters!
Date: 01/10/2026
From: HTC(SW)(SEL) Thomas, Adrine
Duty Stations: USS Harper’s Ferry, USS Germantown, USS The Sullivans, NS Mayport, ACU5, NMRTC San Diego, USS Stethem, ATG San Diego, USS Stockdale, SWSC ELS San Diego
Comments: None.
Date: 8/7/25
From: MAC(SEL) Derek Mitchell
Duty Stations: NSF Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
Comments: A huge part of how I got here was from the mentorship of MACM Nicholas Ellis, MACS Nate Priebe, MAC Steve Wagner, Sarah Demerest, MAC Travis DePierre, and MAC Devin Cook. Thank you all for the training, knowledge, support, and friendship along the way.
Date: 10/2/2025
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Matthew Pratt
Duty Stations: NCB14, --
Date: 9/1/25
From: ABFC(AW/SW)(SEL) Frank Her
Duty Stations: RTC Great Lakes (2025-Present), USS Nimitz CVN 68 (2019-2025), USS Gerald R. Ford CVN 78 (2014-2019).
Comments: I want to thank not only the good leaders I've had but also the bad ones. By showing me the bad leadership traits, they have helped me identify what kind of Chief and leader I want to be. I also want to thank all my junior sailors as well. My success is due to their dedication, hard work, and trust in me; to lead them so we can all be successful to accomplish the mission. I also want to identify my mentors that have helped me throughout my career: ABFC Balajadia, Daniel (soon to be CWO2); ABFC(ret) Rhodes, Nathan; ABFC(ret) Kolar, Steve; CWO2 Case, Russ; CWO3 Yang, Pangtang; ABCM Leonard, Kearsis; ABCM Piazza, Greg; ABFCS Sokel, Greg; ABFC Corpuz, JP; ABF1 Whitney, Kegan; ABF1 Trafalgar, Xerxes; and ABF1 Harriman, Killian (See you in the Mess soon Brother). Last but not least I want to thank my family who have always been there for me through not only the good times but the days where I was at my lowest and thinking about giving up on everything. Thank you all for encouraging me to push through the stormy weather and seeing the cool collective weather on the other side.
Date: 9/12/25
From: AMEC(AW)(SEL) Sarah M. Beddie
Duty Stations: NRC Austin and VR-61
Comments: Selected FY25 but participating in FY26 CPOI. Thank you to God, my boyfriend, Alex, our beautiful babies, Beryl and Octavia, and countless Chiefs who have influenced and guided me along the way, with special thanks to Randy Jackson, Noel Panglinan, Adam Renville, Andy Dwyer, Frank Nieto, Casey Summerhays, and lastly, my wonderful sponsors: Tony Serpe, Cindy Pichelmayer, and Jon Collins.
Date: 9/12/25
From: PSC(SEL)(SW/AW) Alex Gomez
Duty Stations: DDG106 USS Stockdale, NRC Riverside, HSC85, NRC Columbus, NRC Austin
Date: 9/12/25
From: OSC(SW)(SEL) Samantha Tisay Sancho Chavez
Duty Stations: SCSTC Great Lakes, USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52)
Comments: Thank you to my family, Navy family, and friends along the way that helped me reach this career goal. I wouldn’t be here without your love and support!
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From: YNC(SEL) Gabrielle Bernard
Duty Stations: NRC Helena; NRC Helena
Comments: I first and foremost want to thank my family for supporting my career and being by my side every step of the way. I'd like to thank those who have mentored me, challenged me, and fought battles in my behalf I will never know about. Thank you to all who have supported me, junior sailors, officers, and peers. I wouldn't be here without you.
Date: 9/8/25
From: MCC(SW)(SEL) Joe Wax
Duty Stations: DINFOS 2004-2005, REDCOM South 2005-2006, Fleet Public Affairs Center Atlantic 2006-2007, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East 2007-2009, NRD Michigan 2009-2017, REDCOM Great Lakes 2017-2019, NRD Chicago 2019-2020, NTAG Great Lakes 2020-2022, REDCOM Great Lakes 2022-present
Date: 09/08/2025
From: ENC(SW/EXW/AW)(SEL) Kareem Williams
Duty Stations: SWSC East/ELS Little Creek
Comments: First thank God!! Next thanks to ENC(SW/EXW) (ret)Richard Oyler! You saw a light in me that was dimmed years ago. MMC Mark Zarate.... your guidance was and still is invaluable! ENC Rodney Harris, EMC Joshua Rosario, ENCS Andy Moye, ENCS Christopher Exelby, ENC Rasheed Brown, MMC Nick Kingston and all the Chiefs whom I've met over the last 17 yrs, good or bad! Special thanks to all my Big E (CVN 65) Crew and MSRON Squadron Four crew. I love and thank you all!! Last but not least I want to thank my beautiful wife and my awesome kids!
Date: 09/09/25
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Samad Y Khan
Duty Stations: SCSTC GREAT LAKES
Date: 9/6/2025
From: PSC(SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) ERNEST O. OWUSU
Duty Stations: USS FARRAGUT (DDG-99) AUG 15, 2015, TO AUG 19, 2019, LSCRON TWO/MINEDIV 22 SEP 20, 2019, TO JUN 27, 2022, NSWG2 DET GERMANY AUG 15, 2022, TO NOV 19, 2024 COMUSNAVCENT 28 DEC, 2024 TO PRESENT
Comments: Whatever you find to do with your hands, do it with all your might, because there is neither work nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom in the grave, the place where you will eventually go. Ecclesiastes 9:10
Date: 8/30/25
From: CSC(SW)(SEL) Huy Pham
Duty Stations: USS Barry
Comments: Thank you to all of those who have pushed me to not quit and all my fellow sailors that help me through my career.
Date: 8/31/25
From: ENC(SW)(SEL) Jacob Foster
Duty Stations: USS Carney (DDG-64), PSNS&IMF DET Everett, WA, USS San Diego (LPD-22), SWSC ELS Pearl Harbor
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs who have paved the way forward.
Date: 9/1/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Jordan Winding
Duty Stations: NCIS Protective Operations Field Office Bahrain (current); Yokosuka, Japan; MESG-2 DET Bahrain; NSWC Det Niland, CA; SWFLANT Kings Bay, GA
Comments: I am deeply honored to be selected . This milestone would not have been possible without the mentorship and guidance of many outstanding Chiefs who shaped my career and leadership. I am especially grateful to MAC Jones Jasmine, MACM Wright, Kenny (ret), MACS Davis Pierre, MACS Covington, William, MACS Ackerman, Ben, MACS Cloe, Troy, MACS McDonald, Pete, MACS Field, Chad, MACM Collins, Roy (ret), MAC Reynolds, Tonaj, and MAC Borden “Lack.” Their example, encouragement, and unwavering support left a lasting impact on my growth as a Sailor and leader. I also thank my family and shipmates for their continued support throughout my journey.
Date: 9/4/25
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Vicente Aguado
Duty Stations: HQUSEUCOM, ISA AIR BASE BAHRAIN, USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN, 71), HQUSAFRICOM
Comments: I am honored to be selected. I am here due to guidance and mentorship of Outstanding Chiefs who helped shape me into the person I have become. Special thanks to YNC Thomas (ret), and YNC Yolanda Wood (ret) for your words of encouragement. I'd also like to thank BMCS Esparza, YNC Start (ret) and LCDR Maltby. Thank you friends and family for your support. Navy Chief!! Navy Pride!!
Date: 8/30/2025
From: ITEC (SS/IW)(SEL) Mario Rene Valdizon Jr.
Duty Stations: SSGN 729 USS GEORGIA (B) NSB Kings Bay, GA.; SSGN 729 USS GEORGIA (B) NSB Kings Bay, GA.
Comments: Thank you to all past and present 729 Georgia family members over the last five years as well as my beautiful wife. Thank you all at the Goatlocker for the continued support!
Date: 8/29/25
From: BMC (SEL) Baca,Edgar
Duty Stations: NRC El Paso/ MSRON1, I want to thank my soul mate, my one and only love, Sujey who never gave up on me and pushed me to my limits to finally obtain the anchor!, Thank you
Date: 8/26/25
From: ITC (IW/SW) (SEL) Jacquelyn "Jacky" De La Cruz
Duty Stations: NCTS Bahrain , USS HIGGINGS DDG-76, NCTS Naples Italy , Naval Beach Unit 7
Comments: Thank you to my family, and to all the Sailors and Marines I've encountered throughout my time in the Navy. I've learned from ALL of you regardless of rank, and those lessons helped me achieve this milestone.
Date: 08/26/2025
From: LSC(SEL) Jose C. Laureano
Duty Stations: NR USNAVSOUTH
Comments: I want to thank my Leadership for all the support given to me throughout all these years
Date: 8/26/2025
From: PSC (SEL) Mayra La Luz
Duty Stations: RSU NRC Puerto Rico
Comments: I want to my Leadership for all the support given to me throughout all these years. PSC(Sel) Mayra La Luz
Date: 08/27/2025
From: BUC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Carlos M. Bermudez
Duty Stations: NCB 14
Comments: Thanks to my family and all my mentors from NCB 14 & NRC Puerto Rico.
Date: 8/24/25
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Argenis Martinez
Duty Stations: IWTC Corry Station, USS BOXER (LHD-4), NCTAMS PAC
Comments: Big thank you to ITC Kurtz for being the best Chief I had in the Navy.
Date: 9/22/2025
From: ETC(SW)(SEL) Randy Joseph
Duty Stations: USS Anzio (CG 68), CSCS Det East, USS Donald Cook (DDG 75), NCTS Bahrain
Comments: everyday is another opportunity to reach that goal
Date: 8/23/25
From: AMC(AW/SW)(SEL)Corina Crable.
Duty Stations: VFA-147(Iwakuni,Japan), VFA-2(Lemoore, CA), HSM-78(SAN Diego, CA), VX-9(China Lake, CA), VFA-154(Lemoore, CA), SWRMC(SAN Diego, CA), VFA-102(Atsugi, Japan).
Comments: Thank you! I’m deeply grateful to my family for their love and sacrifice, to my sailors for their hard work and inspiration, and to my mentors for their guidance. Thank you who stood by me and helped shape the leader I am today!
Date: 8/22/2025
From: HMC(SW/FMF)(SEL) Dafft, Christopher
Duty Stations: 21st Dental Company, K-Bay, HI; NPDS, Bethesda, MD; 23rd Dental Company, 29 Palms, CA; NH Rota, Spain; NBHCL NSA Mid-South, Millington, TN; USS George Washington CVN-73; NH Keflavik, Iceland.
Comments: I would not have gotten to this point in my career without the love and support of my family, and for that I am forever grateful. I would also like to thank all the leaders that have made an impact on my career and my ability to lead.
Date: 8/23/2025
From: GMC(SW)(SEL) Tristan M. Axelrod
Duty Stations: (DDG-73) USS Decatur, Swim Site San Diego, (DDG-114) Ralph Johnson, currently in Crane Indiana for NSW armorer school in route to NSW LOGSU-2
Date: 8/23/25
From: CTTC(SW/IW)(SEL) Kelson Edwish
Duty Stations: NSWC Crane
Comments: I want to thank my family for being with me through my whole career. I hate you the least.
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From: MAC (SEL) Donald R. Jacobs
Duty Stations: NRC Knoxville, CENSECFOR LS Little Creek, NSA Souda Bay, NSA Bahrain, Naval Base Coronado, NAS Sigonella, SWFPAC Bangor.
Comments: I cannot thank enough my wonderful family. My wife and son, parents, brother and sister. They have always been a constant rock for me to lean on and have provided consistent love and support even during the most difficult of times and challenges. I have had many great Chiefs throughout my career and several have been extremely great role-models and examples of what it means to wear the Anchors with pride and own the title "Chief". It is because I have been so fortunate to have them in my life and career that I have made it to where I am today. Thank you all!
Date: 8/19/35
From: LSC(EXW/SCW/FMF)(SEL) Michael Newnham
Duty Stations: FISC Sigonella, 3D MLG, COMACCLOGWING, COMLOGFORNAVCENT Abu Dhabi, NMCB 4, NCB 22, MESG-2
Date: 08/13/2025
From: UTC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) David Stiefermann
Duty Stations: PWD Bahrain, CBMU 303 DET Pearl, LOGSU 2, PWD Diego Garcia, PWD Souda Bay, NCG2, NMCB 133, PWD Souda Bay
Comments: None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of my wife and kids. I have too many mentors and friends who've shaped me to list here, but I've made sure they know.
Date: 13AUG25
From: CTRC(SEL) Benjamin Lee Sechrist
Duty Stations: NAVCENT Bahrain, IWTC Corry Station, USS ANTIETAM (CG-54), CYBER DEFENSE ACTIVITY 64, MARYLAND, NIOD Alice Springs, Australia, USS NORMANDY (CG-60)
Comments: Born and raised in Collomsville, PA. Associates, Bachelors, and Masters Degrees while in the Navy. Volunteers with Lions Club and Project Linus, providing blankets to sick children in hospitals. Thank you for the help! I really appreciate it! V/residence, CTRC(Sel) Sechrist
Date: 8/14/25
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL) Micheal Divinny
Duty Stations: USS RHODE ISLAND (SSBN 740)(GOLD), NAVAL ORDNANCE TEST UNIT
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From: ABHC(AW/SW)(SEL) Michael P. McPartland
Duty Stations: NRC Detroit/NMCB25 cross-assigned to NCHB10 EFAC. (Past: USS Ronald Reagan (CV76); USS George Washington (CVN73); USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN71); Naval Submarine School, Naval Base New London; NRC Toledo cross-assigned to NCHB-8.)
Comments: First and foremost I must thank my family. My wife Melissa and my two boys Brody(11) and Bryce(9.) My selection is a reflection of my family, my Sailors successes, and many leaders to include a few: ABCM(ret) Pick, Jason; ABCS Flores Ramirez, David; ABCS(ret.) Green, Terrance; ABCS(ret.) Olivia, Rudy; YNSSC Honeyager, Liz; ETRC Spencer, Heath; DCC Komindo, Joshua; HTCS Carlson, Justin; and many more. Thank you for taking the time to review my Goat Locker deck log entry.
Date: 8/1/25
From: EMC (SW) (SEL) Haiqun Chen
Duty Stations: USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6); USS Sterett (DDG 104);, SERMC; USS Benfold (DDG 65); NWSE.
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From: ADC(SEL) Edgar M. Salazar
Duty Stations: VFA-97
Comments: Shout out to ADCS Brooklyn Frey and AMCS Jermey Shank.
Date: —
From: CWTC(IW/SW)(SEL) Paul Brian Duhamel
Duty Stations: JCAC, IWTC Corry Station (current); 554CPT, NIOC Pensacola; 600CST, NIOC Pensacola; USS Sampson DDG-102 (former BM)
Comments: I want to thank Janice Esteban, Jason Stevenson, Shawn Hutchison, Matthew Owen and Christopher Lewis for their guidance and leadership that has led me to door of the Chief's Mess. I also want to thank my wife Bethany, without whom none of this would be possible.
Date: 8/10/25
From: FCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Triston Smith
Duty Stations: NSWC Port Hueneme Division / USS Mt. Whitney LCC-20 / USS Chancellorsville (CG-62)
Comments: All the glory is to God. Thankful for my family, mentors along the way, and the sailors I’ve had the pleasure of working with. God bless Have a blessed day, Triston
Date: 10AUG25
From: MAC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Bryan Gary
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command MAY23 - Current, USS Nimitz (CVN-68) OCT18-APR23, HPU Bahrain MAY16-MAY18, NAS Fallon APR12-APR16, NSA Naples OCT08-MAR12, Camp Lemonier NOV09-AUG10, HPU Bahrain AUG07-SEP08, MA A-School JUN07-JUL07, RTC Great Lakes APR07-JUN07, I want to thank those leaders who guided me to be better and my junior sailors who forced me to be a better leader.
Date: 8/11/25
From: STGC(SEL), Jessica Hall
Duty Stations: PCU Patrick Gallagher (DDG-127) ’24-present, TUSCLANT ’21-'24, USS O’Kane (DDG-77) ’19-'21, RLSO SW ’17-’18, USS Princeton (CG-59) ’16-17, USS Gridley ’15-16, SWRMC ’13-15, USS Sterett (DDG-104) ’13, FLEASWTRACENPAC ’12-’13.
Comments: You learn more from bad leaders than the good ones. Cherish the good ones.
Date: —
From: EMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Luigi Giordano
Duty Stations: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), PHNsY, IMF
Date: —
From: ENC(SW/AW)(SEL) Ross Israel
Duty Stations: NAVSCOLEOD (EGLIN, FL)
Comments: I wanna thank my guys who have supported me through it all.
Date: —
From: CTTC(SW)(SEL) Kate Bowen
Duty Stations: USS Thomas Hudner (DDG-116)
Comments: I want to thank my family for always supporting me, FCACS(RET) Seth Sherman, CWO Dan Richter, CTRC Casey Lima, CWO Kory Mozee, and CTTC Kate Williams for guiding me to where I am today.
Date: 8/11/2025
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Cole K. Anderson
Duty Stations: NR COMPACFLT Los Angeles
Comments: Thank you to my friends and family, Navy family included. ISC Antonio Adams, ISC Emil Delacruz, ISCS Joshua Torres, ISCS M. Brown, ISC Ryan O'Hagan.
Date: 8/9/25
From: BUC (SCW/EXW) (SEL) Thomas Raju Huber
Duty Stations: NCTC Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to thank everyone who supported me through my last 16 years of service. Especially a huge shout out to Retired CMD Master Chief Rainwater, Master Chief Chamberlain, Senior Chief Burke, and Current Active Senior Chief Shuck, Chief Hidalgo, Chief Vanzandt and so many more. With out your guidance, mentorship, and corrections I would not be where I am today. Thank you so much!!
Date: 8/8/2025
From: ISC(SEL) (EXW/IW/SG) Danielle M. Bateman
Duty Stations: ONI (NIMITZ), SDVT-1, EODTEU 1, JSOC, Thank you
Date: —
From: AMC(SEL)(AW) Ryan K. Smith
Duty Stations: Patrol Squadron Nine (VP-9)
Comments: To my incredible wife, Kaitlyne, and our amazing children, Jayden, Rhett, and Reid — thank you for your unwavering love and support throughout my career. Your sacrifices have made it possible for me to continue this journey and give my best both at home and in uniform. To the leaders who have helped shape me into the person and professional I am today — I am deeply grateful. Your guidance, wisdom, and patience have left a lasting impact, and I would not be where I am without your influence. A special thank you to AMCS Steven Berger, AMC Nickey Lamm, AMCS Brian Wismer, AMCS Sean Spydell, AECS Edward Nowakowski, and so many others. I hope to make you proud and will strive to be for our Sailors what you were for me.
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Michael Montgomery
Duty Stations: MSRON 10 SBC Alpha, Jacksonville Fl
Comments: I can’t give enough thanks to GMCS Brian Mulvaine, GMCS Amber Smith, and CMC Brandon Johnson for helping me get to this point. Their guidance and leadership, along with many others, led me to this point and I am forever grateful. BMC (SEL) Montgomery, Michael MSRON Ten SBC Alpha (954)479-9496
Date: 18OCT2026
From: HMC(FMF/SW/AW/EXW)(SEL) John F. Malinowski
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Camp Pendelton, Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi , Naval Branch Health Clinic Fort Worth, 3rd Bn 6th Marines, 2nd Marine Division , Navy Operational Support Center San Antonio , 4th Recon Bn HQ, Navy Operational Support Center Albuquerque , Coastal Riverine Squadron One , Navy Reserve Center Albuquerque , Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron One , Maritime Expeditionary Security Group One , My phone # is 505-501-4851. Call if I don't answer follow up with a message and I'll get back to you.
Date: 10/14/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Steven Cipres
Duty Stations: VR-55
Comments: Thank you to God, my family, and friends for all the support. Thank you to my Brothers and Sisters in the Mess, too many of you to name but I appreciate the support and time you’ve invested in me and I look forward to paying that forward to you and especially to my sailors.
Date: 9/19/25
From: GSMC(SW)(SEL) Luccressa Dennis
Duty Stations: USS Bainbridge, MARMC, ACU4 , SWESC
Date: —
From: AOC(SEL) Luke Adams
Duty Stations: VX-9, VFA-27, HSC-25, NAWMU-1, HSC-9, NMC PAC EAD Guam
Date: 09/11/25
From: HTC (SEL)Jerrald Jackson
Duty Stations: NOSC Shreveport, NOSC Fort Worth, NOSC Waco, NRC Austin
Comments: Sent from my iPhone
Date: Example 11/SEP/25
From: LSC(AW)(SEL) Brandon Gassiott
Duty Stations: - vfa-204, - asd New Orleans - Vfc111 - vr59 - NOSC Fort Worth - NRC Austin
Comments: hooyah have a fine navy day
Date: —
From: STSC(SEL) Zachary E. Bergeron
Duty Stations: USS LOUISIANA SSBN 743, SSEP PAC, USS SPRINGFIELD SSN 761.
Comments: I would like to thank my wife Josephine for being there with me throughout my career and my 3 Children John(11) Hunter(6) and Kehlani(1). I would like to thank Chris Purdum, Josh Lange, Jon Pearia, Mike Boward, Brandon Logsdon, Josh Clarke, Chris Ries, Larry Hoogstraten, Robert Lind and Will Auer for all the guidance and mentorship to where I have got now. Thank you.
Date: Example 9/11/25
From: ISC (EXW)(SEL) Zack Fleer
Duty Stations: SUBGRU 7/CTF74/CTF54 | NSW Group 2/SEAL Team Eight | SOCPAC, -Zack
Date: 11 September 2025
From: ITC(SW/IW)(SEL) Cody Leo Stephens
Duty Stations: 2012-2014 NCTS San Diego > 2014-2016 USS Stethem (DDG 63) > 2016-2019 NCTS Far East Detachment Atsugi > 2019-2020 COMUSNAVCENT > 2020-2025 USS Canberra (LCS 30) Gold Crew 228 > 2025-Present NCTS Naples.
Comments: As my first year as a Chief comes to an end, I want to give thanks for those that have led me on this path. First, I give thanks to my father, BMC Leo Stephens (Ret.), who became a Chief in 2001. I didn't know it then, but to me, you set the standard of what it meant to be a Chief; a standard I strive for every day. You were given the title of a "War Chief", as you put on the rank of Chief during one of the tumultus times of our nation, and you lived up to it. You placed the needs of our Nation above all else, leading your Sailors through war, and for that, I couldn't be more proud of you. Second, I give thanks to both CMDCM Brodie Clark and OSCS Victor Scheetz (Ret.). I can't very well give thanks to one without mentioning the other; you two were just that inseparable. Both of you showed me how well Chiefs leaned on and supported each other. You both helped me out so much through my season, and well past it. Thank you so much for everything. I'll be reaching out to you for many more moons, I promise you that. Third, thank you LSC Michael Smith. You guided me well through my season as my sponsor. You looked out for me with just passion during the season that I will match in the years forward for all those that come after me. You were there when I needed support, and I'm truly thankful that I was able to be there to support you. No matter what, no matter when, no matter where, I'm here for you. Fourth, I give thanks to CMDCM Jason "Pumba" Escalano and CMDCM Adam "Ace" Walker. Sorry Jason (not sorry), but we're never not going to call you Pumba. Both of you were hard on us when needed, and always with good intentions. You put us through the ringer of our season, but you made certain that everything had a purpose. We certainly didn't make it easy for you, but we appreciate you well after the fact. Finally, I give thanks to ETC Ernesto Hernandezperez and MNC Justin Spangler. My brothers who faced the trials and tribulations of the season with me side by side. Thank you for looking out for me during season, making certain I didn't push myself too hard and forcing me to take a break when I was well past my limit. You looked out for me like no other, and I couldn't be happier to have gone through season with anyone else.
Date: 9/10/25
From: CSSC(SS)(SEL) Larry D. Ball
Duty Stations: NNPTC, USS New Hampshire SSN 778, Naval Base Point Loma, USS Helena SSN 725
Comments: Thank you my Fiancé for being there for me day in and day out. Thank you to CSSC Ret. Johnny Parker, CWO3 Arthur Johnson, CSCS Ret. Sanford McCants, CSSC Ret. Carlos Breaux, CSSC Dewayne Myers. Your mentorship and leadership molded me into the person I am today.
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From: TMC(SS)(SEL) Jared W. Carpenter
Duty Stations: Center for Security Forces
Date: 9/9/225
From: NCC (SEL) Gabriel Alcaraz
Duty Stations: NTAG Great Lakes
Comments: Thank you to God, my mother Lilia, my father Felipe, my wife Airene. Thank you to NCCM Tim Andrews, CMC Fred Tuiel, DCC (Ret) Jerry Incoy, NCCS Kiara Wade, NCCS Johnny Wilson, CMC Nate Hon, CDR Rolfs, CDR Richardson, Rev. El Tendero, EMC Salvador Ronquillo, Ivyn Jed Castro, ABFC Juan Cervantes and Carl Johnson.
Date: —
From: ETC(EXW/PJ/IW)(SEL) Jeremy Owings
Duty Stations: SCSTC Great Lakes, Joint Communications Unit, CIWT, RIVRON 2
Date: 9/9/25
From: FCC(SW)(SEL) Tim Stephenson
Duty Stations: USS CAPE ST. GEORGE (CG 71) 2011-2016, NRD St. Louis 2016-2019, USS CINCINNATI/USS CHARLESTON (LCS 20/LCS 18) 2021-2025, SCSTC Great Lakes 2025-
Comments: NAVY CHIEF, NAVY PRIDE!
Date: 09 September 2025
From: ETC (SEL) Tyler Romine
Duty Stations: USS Lassen, NSWU-3, PHNSY, NSWDG, SCSTC-Great Lakes
Comments: Proud the be selected and happy to be here
Date: 08/09/2025
From: ENC(EXW/SW)(SEL) Reeves, Joe
Duty Stations: USS Frank Cable (AS-40), USS Shamal(PC-13), TPU Norfolk, SBT-20.
Comments: No Comment
Date: 09/07/26
From: ITC (IW/SW)(SEL) Yesenia Whitley
Duty Stations: Naval History and Heritage Command, Defense Intelligence Agency HQ, USS Bulkeley, NCTAMS LANT, USS Lake Erie, IWTC VB, DIA Det PH
Comments: Thank my family and all the Chiefs that helped me get here honestly couldn't do it without your support.
Date: 7sep25
From: MMC(SW)(SEL) Christian Alvarez
Duty Stations: USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) 2012-2017; USS Shiloh (CG 67) 2017-2020; SWSC ELS Yokosuka 2020-2023; USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) 2023-Present.
Comments: thank you to my parents and family for always being there by my side even though we have not been together for years, to my mentors for always keep pushing me to become a better sailor and leader, to my love one for being there now even though I dnt get to spend too much time with her, to my kids I do this for you because I want you guys to be proud of your dad.
Date: 09/05/25
From: ADC(AW)(SEL)BATE, ANDREW G.
Duty Stations: HSC-14 2014-2020, HSM-40 2020-2022, CVN 68 USS NIMITZ 2022-2024, NRC SPRINGFIELD, OR 2024-CURRENT, CNRFC 2025-CURRENT.
Comments: Thank you for the wonderful resources. I hope to provide something good! --
Date: 9/1/25
From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Dalton Atkinson
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Trainning Command, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)
Comments: I want to thank everyone who got me to this poingnin my career there isn't just one person that got me here. Everyone i have had the pleasure to serve with has taught me good and bad lessons of how to lead.
Date: 9/1/25
From: ACC(AW/SW)(SEL) Kristy Lescrynski
Duty Stations: -Fleet Area Control Surveillance Facility (FACSFAC) Virginia Capes, 2015-2019, -USS George H.W. Bush 2019-2022, -Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa- 2019-2020 (Individual Augmentee Deployment), -Naval Air Station Patuxent River, 2022-present
Comments: I’m excited to be a part of the Mess and looking forward to learning as much as I can from you all. Thank you!
Date: 9/1/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Ean Dunn
Duty Stations: 1. LE/HPU Kings Bay, GA , 2. HPU Bahrain, Manama, 3. LE/HPU Yokosuka, Japan, 4. MESG 1 DET Guam, 5. LE Colts Neck, NJ, 6. MESG 2 DET Bahrain, Manama
Comments: Season 132
Date: 8/31/25
From: CWTC(IW)(SEL) Troy W. Hecker
Duty Stations: NIOC Pensacola, NIOC Georgia, NIOC Maryland
Comments: I would like to thanks CWTC Jason Skiff (Ret) and CWTCS Tyler Bleau for the mentorship and guidance throughout the years. Y’all have truly changed my life and got me to where I am now.
Date: 8/31/25
From: LSC(EXW/SW/IW)(SEL) Bryan Basa
Duty Stations: VQ-3 DET TRAVIS, SBT-12, NCTAMS PAC HI, EODESU2, & BMU2
Comments: Thank you to my mentors and especially: BMC Kellon Broman, LSC Ronaldo Cruz, LSC Joseph Statkiewicz, LSCS Mark-Anthony Alegre, & LSCM(Ret) Rafael Rios Kind Regards, Bryan Basa
Date: 8/30/25
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Matt Groschup
Duty Stations: NIWC LANT
Comments: Thank you to My wife for her constant support, Kelly Kirby for in stilling the desire to strive to be selected to Chief, and my many mentors who showed me the path of a true leader.
Date: 8/30/25
From: ITC(SW)(SEL) Kevin Abney
Duty Stations: NCTS FE, USS Blue Ridge, USS Boxer, JFC Brunssum, DIA Det Colorado Springs, USS Pinckney, NCTS Bahrain
Date: 8/30/25
From: HTC (SW/AW)(SEL) Dustin Lenhardt
Duty Stations: USS Mitscher
Date: 8/28/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Jacoph West
Duty Stations: VR-51 MCBH Kaneohe Bay, VR-61, VR-51
Comments: Thanks to all the people who helped me get to this point.
Date: 8/26/25
From: HMC(SEL) Heather Marie Peterson
Duty Stations: NRC Boise/NMRTC Camp Pendleton
Comments: Thank you to all of those who have pushed me to not quit. Even though I wanted to several times without those shipmates standing behind, next to and carrying me when I needed it. I would not be here today.
Date: 8-27-2025
From: LSC(SEL) Luis I. LLopiz Curbelo
Duty Stations: NRC Purto Rico, SERMC P.R.
Comments: I was selected on FY25 but currently going through CPO Season at NRC PR. Thanks for the support.
Date: 08/26/2025
From: MAC(SEL) Juan Carlos Figueroa
Duty Stations: NR USNAVSOUTH
Date: Example 8/25/2025
From: ITC(IW,SW,AW)(SEL) Blair Campbell
Duty Stations: COMFIFTHFLT/Navcent.
Date: 8/24/25
From: AMC(AW/SW)(SEL)Jesus Carranza Jr
Duty Stations: VS-24, VAQ-138, VX-9, VFA-86, VFA-122, VAQ-136, VAQ-129
Comments: Though there may be many of people that have pushed and never gave up on me to get me to where I am the true hero to get me here are my Wife Kassie, My Sons, Jesse, Jordan and Jayme. RET CMDCM Jeff Alcott. There are so may that I can list and go on and on but my family never stopped believing in my and never let me give up! Jeff is the TRUE meaning of “The CHIEF” this man NEVER forgot who he was or where he came from!
Date: 8/1/25
From: DCC(SW/AW)(SEL) Hugh Williams
Duty Stations: USS BATAAN (LHD5), currently at PSNS & IMF EVERETT, PCS to DDG95 in NOV
Comments: Huge thank you to my wife Cayla and my family, as well as my great friends Chuck and Junior.
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From: ETC(SW/IW/AW) (SEL) Jacob Young
Duty Stations: JMAST CENT
Comments: Thank you to my family as well as my various mentors that have poured into me and helped me reach this point! To name a few, ETCS(ret) Rachel Hogan, ETCS Jesse Underwood, ETCS(sel) Adrian Wingard, ETC(ret) Steve Harris ETCS (ret) Gary McClaurin
Date: 23 August 2025
From: E6, YNC(SEL)(SW/AW) Tia C Blackwell
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT, USS SHOUP (DDG 86), USS BARRY (DDG 52), USS EISENHOWER (CVN 69), Naval Base Coronado
Comments: Thank you in addition for the add!
Date: 8/23/25
From: ITC(IW/SW/AW)(SEL) Reynaldo A. McFarlane
Duty Stations: DIA PACOM JIOC, LHD-6 Bonhomme Richard, NCTS Sicily, NCTS Bahrain
Comments: Shoutout to my mentors for their patience and willingness to take the time to show me the ropes. Please let me know if there's anything else you need from my end.
Date: 8/23/2025
From: LNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Gretel Hernandez
Duty Stations: USS Ronald Reagan, USS George Washington; USS Theodore Roosevelt; NSA Naples, Italy; Region Legal Service Office Naval DIstrict Washington; NAVCENT.
Date: 8/23/25
From: AWFC(NAC/AW)(SEL) Theo R. Bruno
Duty Stations: VRC-30 (San Diego, CA), VRM-30 (San Diego, CA), VRM-50 (San Diego, CA), VRM-30 DET-5 (Iwakuni, JP)
Comments: To my beautiful wife, Janise, thank you for being the most understanding, loving, and caring person you could ask for. To my children, Ellisa and Elio, thank you for pushing me everyday to be great and allowing me to give you the childhood I never got. I love you more than you could ever imagine. Dean, Jose, Erik, Jason, Tony, Gerald, KP, to name a few, I want to thank you all for the mentorship and guidance you have given me throughout the years. To all the sailors, thank you for helping me grow and allowing me to be a part of your journey. NAVY CHIEF!!! NAVY PRIDE!!!
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From: AOC(AW) (SEL) Elliott, Taylor
Duty Stations: VFA-195, NMC Okinawa, VFA-115, VAQ-141, AIMD Iwakuni
Comments: Thank you to ATCS Arayata for the mentorship that set me on the right path to get here!
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From: ITEC(SS)(SEL) John Spetter
Duty Stations: USS Michigan SSGN 727 (Gold), NTAG Phoenix, USS Key West SSN 722
Comments: Thank you to all the Chiefs that helped me get here. It is because of them that I know what I know and am still able to learn and be a Chief.
Date: —
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL)Rashad Whitley
Duty Stations: IWTS Hawaii (past duty stations: NIWTG-NORFOLK, USS LAKE ERIE, NIOC SAN DIEGO, USS AMERICA, VAQ-132, USS NIMITZ).
Comments: Special thanks goes out to my wife: ITC(Sel), I owe you everything. There is no success without your support. I would also like to thank Rod Bethea, Shay Dozier, and Nikki Smith. Without you all putting time and effort into me, I would not have made it to the top.
Date: 8/20/25
From: HMC (FMF/AW)(SEL)Emmanuel Busingye-Nkwizire
Duty Stations: COMUSNAVCENT, NMRTU Kingsville, VQ-4 Tinker AFB, NMRTU Bahrain, Naval Base SD BMC 32nd St, 3D Med BN 3D MLG, NMRTU Quantico, VA.
Comments: Special thanks for the Chiefs that helped me get here. Couldn’t have done it without every single one of you all.
Date: 21Aug25
From: AWFC (NAC)(SEL) Hannah Spry
Duty Stations: NRC Rochester, VR-56
Comments: Here's to making every day count!
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From: FTC(SS)(SEL) Brian D. Olson
Duty Stations: NTAG Carolina, PCU Arkansas (SSN-800), USS Montana (SSN-794), NAVSUBSCOL, USS Hartford (SSN-768), PCU Colorado (SSN-788), COMSUBLANT, USS Springfield (SSN-761)
Date: 8/20/25
From: LSC(SEL) Henderson, Isaiah
Duty Stations: USS Harpers Ferry (LSD-49), NAVSUP Sigonella, USS Milius (DDG-69), 22nd NCR Det EUR
Comments: HOOYAH
Date: 8/19/25
From: MAC (SEL) Jodi Motley
Duty Stations: —
Date: —
From: OSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Roman Watson
Duty Stations: TOCRON TEN, US Fleet Forces Command, USS Winston S. Churchill.
Comments: Thank you to my family for the support over the years and all the guidance they provided. Thank you to the countless Chiefs, Senior Chiefs, and Master Chiefs that have guided me over the years to accomplish this and constantly strive to be better.
Date: 8/19/25
From: YNC(SW)(SEL) Jose Ramirez
Duty Stations: USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), NAVSTA ROTA, JOINT REGION MARIANAS, ESG-2, OPNAV, PACFLT
Date: 8/19/24
From: ABHC (SEL) (AW/SW) Jeffrey Lozier
Duty Stations: USS Dwight D Eisenhower 2012-2017, Louis F. Garland (DoD) Fire Academy Instructor 2017-2020
Date: 8/18/2025
From: MAC(SEL) Branner,Tracy L
Duty Stations: 5/19/2011 S CRU TRCOM GTLK 30646, 12/17/2011 S NTTC LACKLAND 35419 12/17/2011 TRF, 02/21/2012 NOSC KNOXVILLE 61948 03/14/2012 RAD, 03/04/2012 NR OS 1341 87389 03/14/2012 TRF, 03/14/2012 NR OS 1305 86978 11/20/2014 TRF, 11/21/2014 NR OHSU CL DET K 83736 11/29/2021 TRF, 10/18/2020 COMSUBGRU 10 55241 10/30/2020 TRF, 02/16/2021 NRC KNOXVILLE 61948 03/31/2021 TRF, 08/08/2021 COMSUBGRU 10 55241 08/27/2021 TRF, 11/30/2021 NRC KNOXVILLE 61948 09/30/2024 RAD
Comments: Looking forward to meeting the mess worldwide!
Date: 08/18/2025
From: NCC(SW)(SEL) Marco T Guity Jr
Duty Stations: Little Creek, VA , Norfolk, VA, Phildalephia, PA New York City, NY
Date: 8/18/26
From: PSC (SEL) SS R. Scott Bruneel
Duty Stations: Bangor, Wa (USS Michigan), Conway, Ar (NRS Conway), NRC Knoxville, TN, mailto:info@goatlocker.org, Proud to finally reach this accomplishment! Can’t wait for September 16th to officially wear the rank of CHIEF PETTY OFFICER! , Scott Bruneel, MBA, US Navy Reserves (PSC(sel)/SS), ttucliffhanger@gmail.com , scott.bruneel40@gmail.com , (865) 223-9213
Date: 8/18/2025
From: NCC (AW/SW)(SEL) Craig Davis
Duty Stations: USS Harry S Truman (CVN-75), NTAG Miami, NTAG Northern Plains, NTAG Empire State
Date: —
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Kari Healy
Duty Stations: IPACOM JIOC MIN, JSOC DET WASHINGTON, D.C.
Comments: Works with U.S. Fish & Wildlife on the civilian side; joined Navy in October 2017 and has been a SELRES since joining. Spent 1.5 years on Active Duty orders with IPACOM JIOC MIN and then deployed from '22-'23 with JSOC DET WASHINGTON, D.C. which was primarily an Army unit. Thank you for this amazing resource!! Please reach out if you need anything else from me.
Date: 8/18/25
From: E-7, MAC Aaron Hodgeson (SEL)
Duty Stations: Current duty station NRC Detroit, NSF Sigonella. Past duty station NRC Saginaw, Michigan
Comments: Thank you to Master Chiefs Malone and Cruz for keeping me motivated and to stay focused on coming back for a second year and completing this years Season as an E-7.
Date: 8/18/25
From: HMC (SW/AW/IW/FMF) (SEL) DeCory Blackwell
Duty Stations: Task Force 51/ 5th MEB (Current), NEPMU-7, USS Boxer (LHD-4), NBHC Sasebo, NNMC Bethesda.
Comments: I'd like to thank my sea dad's HMCS Prendingue and HMCS Bicomong!
Date: 8/17/25
From: AEC(SEL) Ortiz, Blair
Duty Stations: VR54 (current), CPRW-10, VP69, VAQ-129
Comments: I would like to thank my family foremost but I would also like to thank every sailor I have worked with as well as their families. Every experience I've had with those I've met have helped me to grow and learn. Ever grateful
Date: 8/16/25
From: BMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Hector Cortes
Duty Stations: Naval Weapons Station Earle, USS Milwaukee, NRD New York, USS New York.
Date: 8/17/25
From: YNC (SEL) Brittany Muckle
Duty Stations: UUVRON-3
Comments: Class 132 Thank you!
Date: 8/17/2025
From: ITC(IW/SA/AW) (SEL) Chase R. Hartman
Duty Stations: USS WASP (LHD 1), NRC Sacramento, NOSC Bessemer, USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93), < Virus-free.www.avast.com <
Date: 8/17/2025
From: MAC(SEL) Daniel G. Dwyer
Duty Stations: NSA Souda Bay Crete Greece, CFA Sasebo Japan, NAVBASE Ventura County California, MESG-2 DET Bahrain
Comments: NAVY CHIEF! NAVY PRIDE! HOOYAH SEASON! Thank You MACS Carlton “ YAK” Gaillard, MACS(ret) Joe “EMINEM” Hettinger, MAC Michael “MAGIC” Menser, and MAC Jalic “DIANA” Reddix!
Date: 8/17/25
From: ITC (IW/SW)(SEL) Melvina Krigger
Duty Stations: NSWG-1 DET BAH, CNO Washington DC, ATG Mayport, USS The Sullivan, JIOC Pearl Harbor HI
Comments: Thank you to ITCS Ayriel Roberts and CWO2 Kayshonda Buchanan for your continuous mentorship and guidance!!
Date: 8/17/25
From: RWC(SEL) (EXW/AW) Daniel P. Culbertson
Duty Stations: VPU-1; NSW SA-2 / NSW SRT-2; NSW ATC Detachment Ft. Story; NSWDG; VX-23; CTF-59
Date: 8/17/25
From: FCAC (SEL) Jucksch, Greg
Duty Stations: USS SHILOH (CG67), USS DECATUR (DDG73), NTAG ORV, USS SHILOH (CG67), USS FITZGERALD (DDG62) Current TAD
Comments: Much appreciated to the Fitzgerald CPO Mess while I am TAD and seeing the journey through season. To the CPO Mess on Shiloh, thank you for the encouragement since my arrival in ’23. FCACM Eugene Gabriel, FCACS Will Dawson, your mentorship over the last few years have been real and genuine. Thank you!
Date: Example 8/16/25
From: MAC(EXW)(SEL) Lucas Roberts
Duty Stations: USS Ogden LPD 5, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (New Hampshire), MSRON 6, CORIVRON 11, NAS Meridian MS, NAF ATSUGI
Comments: 4 Years USN, 17 years USNR
Date: 8/16/25
From: YNC(SG)(SEL) Wilbert Camacho Jr.
Duty Stations: Officer Training Command Newport, Navy Reserve NAVWAR IW NW, Navy Reserve MTOC Whidbey Island San Jose, NAVWAR Cyber West, USS Hampton (SSN 767), NAVPMO SSP Flight Systems, USS Alaska (SSBN 732)(Gold)
Comments: I would like to thank the CPO Mess along with CWO4 Todd Haywood (former YNC), YNC(ret.) Derrick Sinegal, MTCS(ret.) Wes Polk, MTCS(ret.) John Cook, LCDR(ret.) Alan Bush (former TMC), CMDCM Robert "Bobby" Shelton, LT Markus Howard (former YNC), CWO4 Rafael AzconaSanchez, YNC William Ortiz, and HMC James Johnson for your leadership, mentorship, and impact in my life and career! I will ensure that I pay your efforts forward to the future Sailors I will lead.
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From: MMNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Sara Kinsella
Duty Stations: Naval Nuclear Power Training Command (NNPTC), USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78)
Date: 8/16/25
From: CSC(SW/AW)(SEL) Hazaelann A. Calalay
Duty Stations: USS LENAH SUTCLIFFE HIGBEE (DDG 123)
Comments: Thank you to CSCS Levett Ruffin, CSCS (ret.) Richard Bouranel, and HMCS Lester Spence! <3
Date: 16 Aug 2025
From: HMC(SEL) Amber M. Ronquille
Duty Stations: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51), NMRTC Jacksonville, NMRTC Pensacola
Date: 8/16/2025
From: LSC(EXW)(SEL) Anthony Meehan
Duty Stations: USS Chancellorsville, Yokuska JP, PRT Khowst (Rotation H), Afghanistan, Camp Al Minhad, UAE, NTAG Heartland, Michigan, AEGIS ASHORE Romania, CJTF-OIR Camp Arifijan, Kuwait
Comments: My father got me here
Date: —
From: ISC(IW)(SEL) Rebecca Ann Sefcovic
Duty Stations: NRC Great Lakes
Comments: So grateful and happy to be making this entry. I would like to thank my Chief Pratscher, and my Chiefs past and present in no particular order: Senior Chief Webb, Senior Chief Sherman, Master Chief Aligaen, Senior Chief Glenn, Chief Ralson, Chief Hoskey, Chief Vincent, Master Chief Ross, Mr. Rockers, Chief Martin and so many more! BREAK BREAK Thank you!
Date: 8/16/25
From: ATC(AW)(SEL) Kenneth Tackett
Duty Stations: STRATCOM Wing One
Date: 8/15/25
From: CTIC(IW)(SEL) Jacob Wernicke
Duty Stations: NIOC Pensacola, NCIS Washington Field Office, ALRT @ CWMA-61, 505 CMT, NIOC HI.
Comments: There are three Chiefs in particular I would like to thank. ISC Lochridge for being the Chief to push me to be a better leader. CTRC Robinson who went from my least influential and then my biggest support all in one week. The last is ISCS Mueller, we promoted to 1st at the same time and he was a great peer mentor who showed me what it took to be a leader.
Date: Example 8/15/25
From: HMC(SEL) SW Charles Brasel
Duty Stations: Naval Hospital Jacksonville, FL; Naval Health Clinic Charleston, SC; LPD 20 USS Green Bay, Sasebo; Navy Medicine Training Support Command, Fort Sam Houston, TX; Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command, New Port RI.
Comments: N/A
Date: 15AUG25
From: QMC(SW)(SEL) Jeremy W. Kowalski
Duty Stations: USS FITZGERALD (DDG 62) (current), Naval Stations Great Lakes, USS BOXER (LHD 4)
Comments: I would like to thank all the great QMs I have worked beside throughout my career. I am proud to be apart of the mess! Lastly, I thank my family for their support. Couldn’t have made it this far without any of them.
Date: 8/14/25
From: YNC(SW/AW)(SEL) Andrew Perlinski
Duty Stations: VAQ-130 (2012-2015), FRCMA Det Pax River (2015-2019), USS NIMITZ (2019-2022), TPU PUGET SOUND (2022-2025), USS PORTER (DDG-78) (2025-PRESENT)
Date: 8/14/25
From: GMC(SW/EXW/SW)(SEL) Christopher Brock
Duty Stations: Current Duty Station: USS PORTER (DDG78), 2019-2021 MESG-2 TEU, 2016-2019 NAVBASE SAN DIEGO, 2013-2016 VR-56, Thank you!
Date: —
From: GSMC(SW/AW)(SEL) Elias Centeno
Duty Stations: USS Porter (DDG-78)
Comments: I would like to thank the following mentors: GSCS Brasher, LSC Perales, GSMC Suarez, GSMC Caruso, and GSEC Corpuz.
Date: 8/14/25
From: UTC(SCW/EXW)(SEL) Chyna O. Williams
Duty Stations: NRC Las Vegas / Detachment NCB Eighteen
Comments: Primarily I thank God and my family for their unwavering support. I want to also extend my deepest gratitude to all the sailors I've had the honor of meeting and working with throughout my journey from my humble beginnings with NMCB Seventeen, to the BIG ONE (1NCR), NCB Eighteen, and NRC Las Vegas. Each command has been a meaningful chapter filled with valuable lessons, and I’ve been fortunate to learn from some of the best. Thank you to the NRC Las Vegas Chief Mess and NCB EIGHTEEN Chief Mess! A special thank you to: Command Master Chief Scott Johnson, Command Master Chief David Olayo, Command Master Chief Chad Bartman, Master Chief David Robinson, and Master Chief Jerry Shuemaker - Not simply for the titles they hold, but for the impact they’ve made on my personal and professional growth. Each of them, in their own way, encouraged me to speak up, stand firm in my beliefs, and most importantly taught me accountability, not just through words, but through consistent action. To Senior Chief Emry and Senior Chief Sigler thank you for pushing me past the limits I thought I had. Your guidance, high standards, and encouragement have made a lasting impact. Chief Salcedo, thank you for being there since the beginning and for always remaining true in character and support. Lastly, to my sponsors: Chief Villar (NRC LV), Chief Wahl (NCB 18), and Senior Chief (Ret) Ammons (NRC LV) – my co-sponsor. Thank you all for your unwavering support and belief in me. I’m humbled and grateful to be part of a legacy of strong, dedicated leaders.
Date: 8/13/25
From: HMC (SW/IW/AW)(SEL) Michael “Mikey” McGuire
Duty Stations: USS KEARSARGE 2011-2014, NIOC Colorado 2014-2018, SWMI (IDC School) 2018-2019, USS CHUNG-HOON 2019-2022, CNSG MIDPAC 2023-2025, PG to CCSG-15 October 2025
Comments: still active and have at least one more tour following CCSG-15
Date: 8/14/25
From: LSC(EXW/SW/AW)(SEL) Troy Wright
Duty Stations: VFA-106, HSM-70, PMO Pearl Harbor Det, MDSU-1.
Comments: I would like to thank my wife and family for always pushing and believing in me.
Date: 8/14/25
From: CTRC(IW/SW)(SEL) Benjamin L. Sechrist
Duty Stations: NAVCENT Bahrain
Comments: Special thanks to the team at NITC Corry Station, Pensacola: HMC(Ret). Felix Perez, ABEC Branden Brown, and YNC Jason Hines. I could not have made it here without them. Thank you for your time and your helpl.
Date: —
From: EOC(EXW)(SEL) Lucas Muse
Duty Stations: EODMU2, NOSC Knoxville, EODESU 2
Date: 8/13/25
From: SBC(SEL) Jared Kinne
Duty Stations: Special Boat Team Twenty
Comments: Thank you to SBCS Mullinix and LT Joe Graybeal for setting me up for success on our last IDTC. They provided a great example of what leadership looks like. To my current Chief and LT, SBC McCabe and LT John Paul Koenig, thank you for giving me the opportunity to exemplify and experience leadership while also guiding me through the process.
Date: 8/12/25
From: NCC(SEL) Sel Christian Martinez
Duty Stations: NTAG Pacific.
Comments: Thank you NCCS Sopiak, QMC Haze and NCCM Brown
Date: 08/12/25
From: GMC(SEL) (SW/SCW/EXW) Martin, Michael
Duty Stations: USS RUSSELL/USS HALSEY 2010-2013, USS LABOON 2013-2015, CSCS DET WEST 2015-2018, NMCB 3 2018-2023, SCSTC GLAKES 2023-2025, USS HARVEY C BARNUM JR. DDG 124 current
Comments: Happy to be apart of this.
Date: 8/11/25
From: ABFC(AW)(SEL)Chi Lao
Duty Stations: NR CART LAC, NR FLC FUELS NOR, It is incredible to be among those that I have looked up throughout my Navy career. I would not be able to reach this stage in my life without the many that have supported and saw in me at times I could not see for myself. To my family, friends, shipmates; I cannot Thank You enough.
Date: 8/11/25
From: EOC (EXW)(SEL) Joanna Jovel Fuertez
Duty Stations: NMCB 17(Feb 2013), CBMU 303, NCHB 14, NCB 22
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From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Esteban Reyes Feliz
Duty Stations: MSRON-10 Det Mayport, Recruit Training Command, Navy Cargo Handling Battalion One.
Comments: I want to thank first and foremost God for getting me to this point in my career. My wife and family for always being there for me on those long work days, and lastly all the mentors that poured into me to mold me into the sailor I am today.
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From: ISC(AW)(SEL) Ashley Hassard
Duty Stations: NR ONI FTAC COL, NRC Columbus
Date: 8/11/2025
From: ATC(SEL)(AW) Douglas Kaiser
Duty Stations: 2015-2017 Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Detachment Iwakuni, Japan; 2017-2022 Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron Nine, Whidbey Island, Washington; 2022-Present Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Detachment Iwakuni, Japan.
Comments: second generation Navy of a wide history of family service. Hobbies include 3D printing and model making/painting.
Date: 8/10/25
From: ISC (IW/EXW/SW/MTS) (SEL) Gilbert Scott
Duty Stations: BCME (May25-Current), NEIC (2021-2025), IWTC VB (2020-2021), PC11-USS Whirlwind (2019-2020), NASC Swim Site Norfolk (2016-2019), CRS4 (2012-2016), RIVRON ONE (2009-2012).
Comments: Humbled to be surrounded and guided by incredible leaders who gave me the opportunity to lead with intention free from obstacle in austere environments in pursuit of the mission. Heavy is the weight.
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From: GSEC(SW)(SEL) Kevin Seaver Moran
Duty Stations: USS Halsey (DDG-112)
Date: 8/9/25
From: ETVC(SS)(SEL)Andrew W. Feist
Duty Stations: NRL Port Hueneme
Comments: I would like to give a special thanks to all of the sailors, past and present, junior and senior, who I have worked alongside by providing guidance, experience, and memories. Sincerely, ETVC(SS)(SEL)Andrew W Feist
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From: ITC(SW/IW)(SEL) Michael Sills
Duty Stations: Unmanned Surface Squadron One. Past: USS Port Royal CG73 , Commander Submarine Group 7.
Comments: I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to ITS USN ret.Terry Johnson, FCCS USN Ret.Shaun Tucker, ITCM USN Ret. Wyatt Simpson for crafting me into the leader I didn't know I could be. And to my wife Kaylin and sons this is for yall.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(EXW/IW)(SEL) Zach Wheeler
Duty Stations: NRC Greensboro, COMSUBGRU 10
Comments: I'd like to thank all the sailors I've met that left places better than when they found them, without thought to any rewards given to them. I'd like to thank the ones that deserved this more than I do, but never received the chance.
Date: 8/9/25
From: CTRC(IW)(SEL) Kelcie Tennent
Duty Stations: NIOC Whidbey Island, NIOC Colorado, NR COMPACFLT N2N39
Comments: Thank you to my spouse and CTRC Natalie Hailey for helping me to get here.
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SEL) Eric P. Dossantos
Duty Stations: BUD/s Class 292 +293, CRS-3, NSA Bahrain, Naval Base 32nd St San Diego MWD, NSA Bahrain MWD
Comments: Class 132
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From: ASC(AW/SW)(SEL) Braidon David Voss
Duty Stations: AIMD Bahrain
Comments: I would like to thank my family, mom (Twila Voss), and sisters Brianne, Brittney, and Brooke, for always having my back. I also want to thank ASC (ret.) Dan Catala, ASC (ret.) Francisco Arguelles, ASC (ret.) Jason Burrows, ASCS Anthony Wagner, ASC James Hillman, ASC George Tate III, ASCM Paul Vela, ASCS Jessica Garcia, ASC Sabra Polk.
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From: AEC (AW) (SEL) Sean Ouimette
Duty Stations: HSM-50
Comments: I would like to thank all those who have guided me along the way with respect to them all I must put spotlight on two of them. ATCS(RET) Thoreson and AMC Klitzkie. Thank you for the guidance.
Date: 8/9/25
From: ETVC (SS) (SEL), Carson Annis
Duty Stations: SUBGRU2, Charlotte NC.
Comments: Congratulations all Selectees!
Date: 8/9/25
From: MAC(SW)(SEL) Stephen Nichols
Duty Stations: NSF Bahrain, NSA Panama City, USS John S. McCain, Naval Base Kitsap, SWFPAC
Comments: I am grateful for the support of my family throughout the years. I couldn’t have made this huge milestone without my Sailors and my leadership that have gotten me to this point. Thank you to CMDCM Frank Diego, MACM Dameon Perez and MAC Jalic Reddix just to name a few real goats for giving me guidance and mentorship to know what right looks like!
Date: 8/8/25
From: HMC(FMF/MCD/FPJ)(SEL) Jason Johnson
Duty Stations: 4th Reconnaissance Bn A co. & MSORD (Marine Special Operations Reserve Detachment)
Comments: I would like to thank my family for their continued sacrifice and support. My sons Tristan and Ethan, my daughter Janie May, and my wife Jennifer. I have had strong leaders and weak leaders and I have learned from all of them. Everyone that meets me will learn something, whether it strong or weak, only they can decide. -- VRS Jason Johnson Sacramento Fire Department Firefighter Truck 10B HMC(Sel) (FMF/MCD/FPJ) A co. 4th Reconnaissance Bn. 619-208-8611
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From: ITC(IW/SW)(SEL) Kristopher Mackey
Duty Stations: NIWTG DET Japan
Comments: Thank you to my loving wife Amber. Your sacrifice through my career is nothing short of heroic. You make it so that I can lead others with a clear head and not be concerned with our home because “YOU GOT IT”! To every Chief and every mentor who pushed me to cut out the shortcuts and remain focused, and to every person who doubted I had what it took to make it here, Thank you! You were the motivating factor for this sailor!
Date: 8/8/25
From: MMC (SW/AW) (SEL) James Walls
Duty Stations: USS John Basilone (DDG122).
Comments: I want to thank my wife Brianna, my parents and the many Mentors of the mess that have gotten me to this point in my career.
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From: ABFC(AW)(SEL) Jason J. Hicks
Duty Stations: USS Iwo Jima, NAVSUP JAX Mayport Fuels, NR FLC Bahrain
Date: 8/8/25
From: BMC(EXW)(SEL) Hunter W. Snow
Duty Stations: MSRON TWO
Comments: I’d like to thank my Wife Christiana, my baby girls Ava and Helena, my parents Jerry and Sandie, my brother Jesse (Strike Boatswains Mate!), BMC (Ret) Delmar Hobkirk, ETC(Ret) Brian Sloan, Command Master Chief (Ret) John Leary, and Command Master Chief(Ret) JJ Holzhauer for all the love and support over the years. The amount of Chiefs I could thank would crash this digital deck log!
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From: ETC(SEL) Joseph Schaeffer
Duty Stations: MCM-14, NSA Lakehurst, CG-67
Date: 8/7/25
From: HMC(SEL) Tausha Wilson.
Duty Stations: NRC Boise/JAX
Comments: Thank you to our current chief’s mess for their patience. Honored to be signing where a lot of my active duty mentors came before. Good luck #132!