In August, more than 4,000 active duty and reserve Sailors were selected for advancement to the rank of chief petty officer (CPO). For 131 years, this special role has granted responsibilities and privileges that no other armed force in the world grants to enlisted personnel. Chiefs provide guidance to Sailors and junior officers to advance Navy interests around the world. Earning the title of chief is considered by many to be the most significant event in an enlisted Sailor’s career.
Nineteen chief selectees from Commander, Navy Region Hawaii (CNRH) and Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) commands were pinned to chief petty officers during a ceremony at Kilo Pier onboard JBPHH on Sept. 27.
CNRH spoke with two of the new chiefs about their leadership roles, how they advanced, their role models and what they hope to achieve in the future.
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