Surface Navy Association

Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities for (September 2-3) are available now! Visit surfacewarfare.org/events/waterfront for more details. Need Base Access? Paperwork must be submitted to SNA by 12 August.

Episode 84 - Naval Postgraduate School Episode 84 – Forged by the Sea - Reflections with Vice Adm. John Fuller, U.S. Navy (ret.) TRP host Cmdr. Alanna Youngblood sits down with retired Vice Adm. John Fuller for a conversation on what truly defines a successful Surface Warfare Officer, and why technical expertise alone isn't enough. D....

Leadership in Action! 📚⚓

On July 22, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting a book signing featuring four accomplished Naval leaders and authors. Attendees, including junior officers, had the opportunity to engage directly with the authors, discuss leadership lessons, and ask candid questions in an open and welcoming setting. The event was a powerful reminder that great leadership is strengthened when experience, mentorship, and meaningful conversation come together.

Pictured left to right: Dr. (CAPT) John P. Cordle, USN (Ret.); CAPT John J.C. Carter, USN (Ret.); CAPT Erik R. Nilsson, USN (Ret.); and Dr. (CAPT) Charles L. Stuppard, USN (Ret.).

Leadership Perspectives: Carrying Forward a Legacy of Visionary Leadership In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, the Surface Navy Association podcast, LT Scott Harris sits down with Mouzetta C. Zumwalt-Weathers, daughter of Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt Jr., former Chief of Naval Operations and namesake of the USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000). Mouzetta shares personal reflection...

Trailer: Carrying Forward a Legacy of Visionary Leadership In this episode of Continuing the Conversation, the Surface Navy Association podcast, LT Scott Harris sits down with Mouzetta C. Zumwalt-Weathers, daughter of Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt Jr., former Chief of Naval Operations and namesake of the USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000). Mouzetta shares personal reflection...

SNA Hampton Roads members and guests at the SNA sponsored reception on board USCGC EAGLE during SAIL250 festivities 19 June 2026