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    Surface Navy Association (SNA) West Coast Waterfront Symposium 2026 [Image 6 of 9]

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    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in NWU Type III (digital camouflage) uniforms are gathered under a tent at what appears to be a 2024 Waterfront Symposium event. Three standing officers, identified by name tapes as Westmoreland, Lynch, and Schmidt, appear to be addressing or briefing seated sailors at a round table. The setting includes sponsor banners, blue curtains, and round tables with white tablecloths.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    09.02.2026

    Photo by Seaman Zadi Watkins 

    Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet

    From left to right, U.S. Navy Force Master Chief Jay Westmoreland, Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic; U.S. Navy Force Master Chief Larry Lynch, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet; and U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Trenton Schmidt, senior enlisted leader for the Vice Chief of Naval Operations, speak with Sailors during an Ask-a-Chief session at the Surface Navy Association’s (SNA) Waterfront Symposium West at Naval Base San Diego, Sept. 2, 2026. Surface Force leaders, Sailors, Marines, veterans and defense industry representatives gathered during the SNA West Coast Waterfront Symposium at Naval Base San Diego, Sept. 2–3. Held under the theme “80% Combat Surge Ready – Excellence in Execution,” the two-day professional-development event brought stakeholders together to examine the personnel, materiel and training required to generate combat-ready ships. The first day featured operational updates and insights from Warfare Tactics Instructors on advanced watch team training, while day two covered Navy-Marine Corps requirements, career management, unmanned platforms, fleet integration, the Military Sealift Command and Shore Intermediate Maintenance Activity’s efforts to rebuild enlisted technical expertise. Ultimately, the symposium reinforced that Surface Force readiness depends on schoolhouse training, waterfront maintenance, tactical development, disciplined team cohesion and execution at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zadi Watkins)

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    Date Taken: 09.02.2026
    Date Posted: 09.04.2026 15:14
    Photo ID: 9914483
    VIRIN: 260902-N-CO617-2519
    Resolution: 4274x2844
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    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A U.S. Navy officer in digital camouflage (NWU Type III) uniform stands at a podium and speaks into a microphone before an audience of seated military personnel and civilians. The event appears to be a formal military ceremony or briefing held under a blue curtained backdrop, likely outdoors under a tent or canopy. The audience consists of a mix of uniformed Navy sailors and civilian attendees seated in folding chairs.
    A U.S. Navy officer in NWU Type III (digital camouflage) uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the Surface Navy Association logo. The officer appears to be delivering a speech or remarks at an official military event held under a blue tent or canopy. A name tag is visible on the uniform, and the officer holds the rank of Captain (O-6) based on the eagle insignia visible on the collar.
    A U.S. Navy officer with the name tag 'Sheldon' and rank of Captain (O-6, indicated by eagle insignia) is speaking at a podium bearing the Surface Navy Association logo. He is wearing the Navy Working Uniform (NWU Type III) camouflage pattern and appears to be addressing an audience at what appears to be a sponsored event or symposium. A sponsor banner including 'SARON' and 'GOLD SPONSOR' text is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy officer with the name tag 'ZERR' and a single star insignia (Rear Admiral Lower Half/Brigadier General equivalent) is speaking at a podium bearing the Surface Navy Association logo. The officer is wearing Navy Working Uniform (NWU) digital camouflage and is gesturing with one hand while addressing an audience. The event appears to be a Surface Navy Association gathering or symposium.
    A military personnel in camouflage uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the 'Surface Navy Association' logo during the 2026 Waterfront Symposium West Coast event. An audience of mixed military and civilian attendees is seated in rows facing the speaker. Sponsor banners are visible in the background, including Platinum Sponsors General Dynamics Mission Systems and Saronic, and Gold Sponsor AIR.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in NWU Type III (digital camouflage) uniforms are gathered under a tent at what appears to be a 2024 Waterfront Symposium event. Three standing officers, identified by name tapes as Westmoreland, Lynch, and Schmidt, appear to be addressing or briefing seated sailors at a round table. The setting includes sponsor banners, blue curtains, and round tables with white tablecloths.
    A U.S. Navy officer in digital camouflage uniform is speaking at a podium bearing the Surface Navy Association logo. The speaker appears to be addressing an audience at what appears to be a Surface Navy Association event, with sponsor banners visible in the background including 'Platinum' and 'Gold' level sponsors. The setting appears to be an outdoor or tent venue with blue curtain backdrop.
    Four U.S. Navy personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated at a draped panel table during the 2026 Waterfront Symposium West Coast event. One panelist appears to be speaking into a microphone while the others listen. An audience is visible from behind in the foreground, facing the panel.
    A U.S. Navy officer with the name tape 'SCHMI_' (partially visible) wearing NWU Type III camouflage uniform is speaking and gesturing with both hands under a white tent. A second U.S. Navy sailor in dark blue NWU Type I uniform is seated at a table listening attentively. The setting appears to be an outdoor briefing or meeting event.

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