Association of Naval Services Officers

A 501c3 nonprofit supporting Latinos/Hispanics of all ranks in the U.S. Sea Services!

Norfolk, VA Chapter Contacts

Chapter Leadership Information

Chapter Name & Year EstablishedRADM José M. Cabanillas, USN2006
PresidentCAPT Javier Medina, USN, Ph. D. norfolkva@ansomil.org
Vice PresidentAS1 Zabdiel E. Dueño Agosto, USNnorfolkva@ansomil.org
SecretaryPS1 Silvia Mantero, USNnorfolkva@ansomil.org
TreasurerVACANTnorfolkva@ansomil.org
Public Affairs OfficerENS Christian Acevedo-Pérez, USCGnorfolkva@ansomil.org
ChaplainLCDR Michael Monroig, USN
Navy Senior Enlisted LeaderCWO2 Yandi Hernandez, USN
Coast Guard Senior Enlisted LeaderHS1 Jackie Aycardi, USCG
Marine Corps Senior Enlisted LeaderVACANT
Senior Retired Coast Guard Officer PresentRear Admiral Joseph “Pepe” Castillo, USCG, Ret.
Senior Retired Navy Officer PresentRear Admiral George “Rico” Mayer, USN, Ret.
NAVY SOPARear Admiral Carlos “Los” Sardiello, USN, Director, Joint/Fleet Operations, U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Major Commanders PresentCAPT George Robert Aguilar, USN, Commanding Officer, USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH (CVN 77)
CAPT Milciades “Tony” Then, USN, Deputy Commodore, Destroyer Squadron TWENTY TWO
Commanding Officers PresentCAPT Santico “Tico” Valenzuela, USN, Commanding Officer, HELICOPTER SEA COMBAT SQUADRON TWO (HSC 2)
CDR Luis A. González, USN, Commanding Officer, USS BULKELEY (DDG 84)
CDR Carlos Otero, USN, Commanding Officer, USS NEW MEXICO (SSN 779)
Notable Officers PresentCAPT Raul Acevedo, USN, Executive Officer, USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74)
CDR Kristel O’Cañas, USN, Prospective Reactor Officer, USS GERALD R. FORD (CVN 78)
CDR Jason Gonzalez, USN, First Lieutenant, USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74)
Command Master Chiefs PresentCMDCM Rafael Barney, USN, Command Master Chief, USS ARLEIGH BURKE (DDG 51)
Notable Senior Enlisted PresentNCCM Raymond Martinez, USN, U.S. Fleet Forces Career Counselor

If you are aware of or think someone else should be added to this list, please send an email to the Chapter President so that we can ensure the local role models are properly accounted for here!

ANSO Fundraising Program Launch

As part of ANSO’s strategic plan, we have launched a fundraising program to advance our mission through improved regional symposiums, the ANSO/CTR Factor Non-Profit Alliance Joint Leadership Institute, and the advancement of grass-root community outreach initiatives.

Each one of our five pillars is essential to our mission success, but community outreach can arguably be considered the most meaningful. Through our community initiatives, we (each ANSO member) share our experiences, educate both parents and young men and women on the opportunities available in the military, and mentor those who aspire to become the future leaders of our sea services.

Since 1981, ANSO has shaped the path of some of our highest ranking leaders serving today, and those leaders continue to be part of ANSO, but there is still much work to be done. ANSO members must navigate key assignments and professional development milestones to achieve personal and professional goals, and successfully compete for promotions and opportunities. The ANSO network can play a vital role in guiding those career decisions.

So, be a part of a future sea service leader’s journey and donate TODAY!

Please share the fundraising program with your personal and professional networks.

You can donate through our fundraising page or text “donate” to 202-831-9777.

Your donation is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. You will receive your tax receipt via email once the donation is processed.

Thank you for your continued support, and adelante con ANSO!!