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Call for Nominations for ANSO Board of Directors

ANSO members,

We are assembling the slate for the annual election of the ANSO Board of Directors (BOD) and we are issuing a call for nominees for positions due for rotation, and for nominees to fill out-of-cycle vacancies. BOD positions are critical to our mission success and we need all positions filled.

Per Article III, Section 4, of the ANSO Operations Manual, the positions up for election this year, for a 2-year term, are:

  • President
  • Secretary
  • Membership Coordinator
  • Judge Advocate
  • Public Affairs Officer

Current out-of-cycle vacancies (also two-year terms):

  • Service-wide Representatives
    • USMC Enlisted Representative
    • USCG Enlisted Representative
    • USN Enlisted Representative
    • US Merchant Marines Representative
  • Treasurer
  • Western Region Vice President

To have a broad representation on the Board, we are looking for nominees from among the active, retired, veteran, officer, enlisted, and civilian ranks, and who serve(d) in the USN, USMC, USCG, Merchant Marines, or NOAA.

A nominee must be a member in good standing and be interested in the Association’s leadership and decision-making process. The Board controls the assets of the Association, establishes policies, and initiates, implements, and executes whatever measures it deems necessary to further the interests of the Association. For more details on our elections process and criteria, please refer to our OPMAN and ByLaws, which are located under the Resources page on our website (NOTE: you will need to login to the ANSO website to access the Resources page and the nomination form). Board experience is NOT required. This is a great opportunity to gain executive level leadership experience.

If you would like to nominate someone or submit yourself for consideration, please submit your nomination via the ANSO Nomination Form  on our website (NOTE: you will need to login to the ANSO website to submit a nomination). You will need to include a one page biography, with a picture that can be used on the ballot, and a brief statement of what the candidate has done to further the goals of ANSO. Also, please check with your nominee to ensure they will serve.

In considering potential nominees, geography need not be a factor. Most business is conducted virtually, except for the annual Board meetings, held during the National Symposiums twice yearly on the East and West coasts.

The deadline for nominations is 30 October 2023. After the closing date, we will validate the names for the ballot from those nominated and members will vote for nominees in each category. Elections will be held electronically on or about 15 November. The election results and new BOD officials will be announced at ANSO’s December symposium in San Diego on 5-7 December.

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please get in touch with me or our Vice President, LCDR Rolando Machado.

We are at  your Service,
Sincerely,
Roy Love, CAPT, USN (Ret)
President Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO)
¡Adelante con ANSO!

October 17, 2023

Happy Birthday America!

ANSO Familia!

We wish you and your families a very happy and safe 4th of July. And to all our brothers and sisters on duty today and everyday, thank you for keeping the watch. Happy Independence Day!

July 4, 2023

ANSO President 2023 ERS Message

CAPT Roy Love, USN (Ret) invites everyone to the upcoming Eastern Region Symposium. Participation can be in person or virtually. Register today!

CAPT Roy Love, USN (Ret) invites everyone to the upcoming Eastern Region Symposium. Participation can be in person or virtually. Register today!
June 3, 2023

Memorial Day 2023 / May 2023 Message

Memorial Day 2023 / En Familia, May 2023

As we approach Memorial Day and take time to remember and honor service members who sacrificed their lives to defend our rights and freedoms, the Association of Naval Services Officers invites members and associates to pause, offer reverence, and reflect on their legacy. The memory of Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, Soldiers, and Airmen who served our country until the end is still alive. There are many lessons to learn from each of them.

Historically, Memorial Day goes back to the years after the Civil War. On 5 May 1868, General John A. Logan released General Order No. 11 and provided guidance on the observance. The order states: “The 30th of May, 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land.” Opportunities to decorate our fallen heroes’ gravesites are available around the world. The most traditional is decorating with flowers. However, others use flags, painted rocks, or coins as a remembrance. Symbols of this strong bond and connection are endless.

In the second paragraph of the Order, General Logan highlights the purpose of the observance, “We are organized, comrades, as our regulations tells us, for the purpose, among other things, ‘of preserving and strengthening those kind and fraternal feelings which have bound together the soldiers, sailors and marines who united to suppress the late rebellion.’ What can aid more to assure this result than by cherishing tenderly the memory of our heroic dead who made their breasts a barricade between our country and its foes?” By keeping their legacy alive, speaking their names, and bringing to our memories their honorable service, we preserve and strengthen the relationships that inspire us to keep serving.

While many cities, veteran organizations, and public entities put together special memorials to bring communities together in honor of our Service Members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. These observances provide a sacred space and time to connect with intentionality. Some Service Members and Veterans may prefer to pay their respects on their own, in private, in silence, and acknowledging the journey of grief and impact of the loss of a friend, a brother, or sister, in arms. Whether in public or private, through an organized event, or in your unique way, honor the legacy of those who have gone. Their lives never end, and their sacrifices are always remembered.

The invitation to sacrifice for someone else is a challenging proposal. Many qualify the worth of actions according to personal gains. Service and sacrifice shift the focus from self to the good of neighbors, communities, and nations. Running into service and sacrifice requires commitment and vision. Author and poet Charles Bukowski wrote a powerful poem about the meaning and purpose of sacrifice:

“If you’re going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don’t even start. This could mean losing girlfriends, wives, relatives and maybe even your mind. It could mean not eating for three or four days. It could mean freezing on a park bench. It could mean jail. It could mean derision. It could mean mockery-isolation. Isolation is the gift. All the others are a test of your endurance, of how much you really want to do it. And, you’ll do it, despite rejection and the worst odds. And it will be better than anything else you can imagine. If you’re going to try, go all the way. There is no other feeling like that. You will be alone with the gods, and the nights will flame with fire. You will ride life straight to perfect laughter. It’s the only good fight there is.”

This legacy of service and sacrifice is what we honor on this Memorial Day and what serves as an inspiration to live a life dedicated to service and sacrifice.

Pause. Remember. Honor.

May 27, 2023

March 2023 Message

En Familia, March 2023

Women’s History Month began as a single week (the week of 7 March 1982, as authorized and requested by Congress), becoming a month-long observance in 1987. Year after year, this is a time to acknowledge and celebrate all the contributions of women to our nation and our world. Women throughout history have been a force of change and transformation. Most of that impact has been minimized or ignored during most periods of our recorded history. Every Women’s History Month observance is a new opportunity to change this narrative and share the real stories.

The theme for 2023 is Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories. The National Women’s History Alliance, the organization that advocated establishing this observance, picked that theme and explained how “From the earliest storytellers through pioneering journalist, our experiences have been captured by a wide variety of artists and teachers. These include authors, songwriters, scholars, playwrights, performers, and grandmothers throughout time.”

In previous En Familia messages, we have discussed the importance of sharing our stories and the impact of active listening in interpersonal interactions. Considering this theme, we celebrate all the women who have taken the creative and innovative role of communicating the stories and narratives of women worldwide with courage and determination. Many names come to mind, particularly powerful trailblazers that have changed our Sea Services in the last few decades.

Building platforms for women to continue sharing their stories and narratives for themselves and on behalf of other women is an effort that demands intentionality and advocacy. ANSO keeps developing spaces for these narratives, particularly Latinas’ stories, to be known, shared, and publicized. These stories provide encouragement and strength to new generations of leaders and visionaries.

During this month’s celebration, stop, connect, and listen to some of these stories. Many organizations offer platforms and spaces for voices to speak loudly and clearly. Stories transcend boundaries creating common languages of resilience and connection.

We celebrate all women and what they bring to the fight!

ANSO Women’s History Month 2023 YouTube Playlist
March 8, 2023

Supporting HISPA


Last Thursday, ANSO Miami Chapter members attended the annual Hispanics Inspiring Students’ Performance and Achievement (HISPA) 3 Kings Banquet at the Intercontinental Hotel, Doral, FL. The annual awards and fundraising event took place in person in three locations: Edison, NJ, Doral, FL, and San Antonio, TX, to honor the Latino professionals who support HISPA’s educational programs and raise funds for these programs. The night was a total success with several HISPA role models and supporters receiving awards.

Pictured above from left to right, 2ndLt Hernandez, USMC, CAPT Noreña, USMC, Ms. Zapata, LTJG Castillo, USCG, Miami Ch President, 2ndLt Devine, USMC, and Mr. Aranibar, ANSO Membership Coordinator

Thank you to ANSO BOD for supporting the Miami chapter and allowing members the opportunity to represent ANSO during such a special evening.

On Friday, 13 Jan 2023, LCDR Kim Glore (USCG) participated as a HISPA role model at Okeeheelee Middle School in West Palm Beach. LCDR Glore spoke to middle school students about her journey to success as a female military officer and the steps she took to get to her current position.

ANSO and the Miami Chapter continue to support and work hand in hand with HISPA to support our community and our future leaders. For upcoming opportunities and to get involved, please visit HISPA’s events calendar and contact HISPA directly via their website, or send an email to miamifl@ansomil.org to participate as part of a Chapter volunteer group.

January 16, 2023

Hialeah Elementary School Career Day

Finishing 2022 strong, on December 20, 2022, Miami Chapter members participated in the first career day for Hialeah Elementary School since COVID-19 lock-downs. The day started out with a light breakfast and then participants were assigned classrooms and were sent on their way. Eager student volunteers helped participants get to and from their classrooms and ensured everyone stayed hydrated and fed. One student volunteer kept asking participants if they were a detective, and fortunately for her, she eventually met one and was able to ask all her questions.

Participants came from the private, government, and non-profit sectors and included Fire Rescue, Police, Medical, Finance, Education, Military, Animal Rescue, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the National Park Service. Classrooms were comprised of students in grades K-5, with some classrooms containing only Spanish speaking students. Presentations were done both in English and Spanish.

The day culminated with lunch hosted by the school. The principal closed the day by thanking participants, the student volunteers, and the staff for their time and effort. Overall the event was a tremendous success. Miami Chapter will continue to build relationships in the community and will post future opportunities in the events calendar. For more information on how to get involved in the Chapter, please email miamifl@ansomil.org.

January 11, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving 2022

ANSO Familia,

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. ANSO is thankful to have you with us, for all you do for our Sea Services, and the mentorship you bring to our communities. May you continue to be blessed, and your days filled with joy. For those who are blessed to be home today, please enjoy a much deserved holiday with friends and family. For those who are deployed, away from your loved ones, protecting us from afar, and carrying out our Nation’s tasking, we thank you. You remain in our hearts and minds. We who have been there before know what it is like to be away from home, and to miss our families. You are also missed. We pray for your safe return, and remain grateful for your sacrifices.

God bless.

November 24, 2022

October 2022 Message

En Familia

The last few months have been a continuous celebration of the Sea Services’ birthdays. Starting with the Coast Guard’s 232nd birthday celebration on 4 August, to the 247th birthday of the U.S. Navy on 13 October, and now the celebration of the 247th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps on 10 November. We take time to celebrate these special occasions because these pauses to wear our best uniforms, participate in formal galas, partake in cake cuttings, enjoy the suck of a great run, or build camaraderie with our peers is what shape our traditions by providing meaning and purpose to our cause.

While sharing common values in the intersection of our missions, each branch intentionally reaffirms a sense of direction, pride, and belonging during these birthday celebrations. Still, it is in each member to embrace the invitation and, more so, in each one of us to inspire our peers to connect with the reason that brought us to service. Even if the reasons that brought someone into the service were egocentric, most Service Members during their time in uniform have had a moment in which sacrifice makes sense. Whether this is because of family, peers, honor, respect, or just confidence, the reason to serve that gives meaning to all we do comes alive and leads to transcendence.

As recipients of the appreciation and gratitude of our nation on Veterans Day, this is a perfect time to connect with the reason to serve for whatever term we wore or are still wearing the uniform. The smile on the face, the gut feeling deep inside, the tear or almost emotional outburst that connects with memories, are part of the range of reactions during ceremonies, special meals, or a “thank you for your service” echoes in our ears. Today on Veterans Day, the combat spirit is revived, sacrifices re-framed, allowing our unique narratives to place us back to the first day we stood ready to serve.

We celebrate what Veterans and military families have done to support and defend our constitution, flag, and citizens. Today, as we hear someone expressing their appreciation or the sound of our Star-Spangled Banner, may we connect with the legacy of military service of those who have served, are currently serving, or are preparing to join our fight with honor. We join our ANSO members, partners, and leaders to wish you a Happy Veterans Day and thank you for your dedicated service to our nation!

The VA 2022 National Veterans Day Poster Contest Winner – https://www.va.gov/opa/vetsday/
November 11, 2022

Happy 247th United States Marine Corps Birthday!!

We want to wish a happy 247th United States Marine Corps birthday to all our brothers and sisters who serve, and who have served, in the Marine Corps. Semper Fidelis!

Check out all the inspirational stories shared in our USMC Corner playlist of our YouTube channel.

November 10, 2022
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