Introduction
The American Navy has been instrumental in keeping the nation safe and secure. The Americans for a Stronger Navy is proud to report on recent developments and innovations that promote a stronger and more effective Navy. This blog post will focus on the Enlisted Person of the Year Banquet, held during Fleet Week, which honors the service members’ accomplishments and hard work.
Summary
The Fort Lauderdale Council of the Navy League hosted the Enlisted Person of the Year banquet to honor Sailors and Marines during Fleet Week Port Everglades. The event recognized service members from visiting Fleet Week commands as well as those from military commands in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami areas. Each Sailor and Marine was announced, and their Command Master Chief or Leading Chief Petty Officer would describe the accomplishments that earned their selection as Sailor of the Year for the command. This year is the 32nd time the Navy has come down for Fleet Week Port Everglades to showcase naval technology and the Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who defend the nation.
Recognition
The Enlisted Person of the Year Banquet is a vital event that recognizes the hard work and accomplishments of Sailors and Marines. This event offers several key benefits that strengthen the Navy and the nation, including:
Service members are recognized for their hard work and dedication, which promotes morale and motivates them to continue to excel in their service.
The service members recognized include:
- Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Kristin Stoops from USS Cole (DDG 67)
- Navy Counselor 1st Class Amarachi Abiodun from Navy Recruiting District Miami
- Personnel Specialist 1st Class Steve Ortega from Navy Reserve Center Miami
- Culinary Specialist 1st Class Rodrick Sheridan from Navy Region Southeast
- Machinist’s Mate (Auxillary) 3rd Class Fernando Villarreal from USS Indiana (SSN 789)
- Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Ernesto Rivera
- Culinary Specialist 1st Class Michael Brown
- Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Charmae Peria
- Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Sydney Thayer from USS New York (LPD 2)
- U.S. Marine Cpl. Navarre Kemp from Second Assault Amphibian Battlion
Learning tool
Recognized Sailors and Marines can use the experience as a learning tool to motivate junior Sailors in the future.
Realistic Testing or Implementation:
The Enlisted Person of the Year Banquet was held during Fleet Week Port Everglades. The event recognized service members from visiting Fleet Week commands as well as those from military commands in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami areas.
Conclusion
The Enlisted Person of the Year Banquet is an event that promotes a stronger Navy and honors the accomplishments and hard work of Sailors and Marines. The Americans for a Stronger Navy encourages readers to support the Navy and the nation by promoting the importance of the Navy and its service members. Let us rally together and support our Navy, which is instrumental in keeping our nation safe and secure.