Board of Directors

The National CPOA Board of Directors provides the strategic leadership and governance that guides the Association's mission, vision, and long-term success. The Board establishes priorites, approves policies and budgets, ensures financial stewardship, and safeguards the Association's integrity and accountability. Workin on behalf of the membership, the Board focuses on the future of the organization while empowering the staff and committe leadership to carry out day-to-day operations and strategic iniatives. Through responsible oversight and servant leadership, the Board ensures the National CPOA remains a trusted and enduring organization dedicated to supporting Chief Petty Officers, their familes, and the Navy community.

Board Chairman

Paul Kingsbury, FLTCM, USN (Ret.)

Vice-Chairman

J.J. Gonzalez, FLTCM, USN (Ret.)

National Secretary

ABCM (AW/SW/IW) Troy Tracy

National Treasurer

Dennis Yanez, ABCM, USN (Ret.)

Northeast

Gary Rosenbum

(2026-2029)

Mid-Atlantic
Glenn Mallo, CMDCM, USN (Ret.)
(2025 - 2027)

Southeast
QMCM (EXW/AW) Christina DeRienzo
(2026 - 2030)

Southwest
Chad Lunsford, CMDCM, USN (Ret.)
(2025-2029)

Northwest
Cris Addington, FLTCM, USN (Ret.)
(2025-2028)

Pacific
NCCM (SW/AW) Jason Caldera
(2026-2030)

EURAFCENT
FCACM James Banovz
(2026-2030)

Pacific Reserves
CMDCM (EXW/AW/SW) Jessica Morales
(2025-2027)

Atlantic Reserves
CMDCS (SW/AW) Thomas Walsh
(2025-2028)

Staff, Special Assistants, and Committee Leadership

Our staff and committee leadership work to translate Board direction, vision, and priorties into action by executing initiatives, developing and delivering member programs, and recommending improvements. Committee Chairs are appointed by the Chairman, report to the Executive Director (or appointed lead), and serve as non-voting members for the Board of Directors.