Chief of naval operations | Jonathan Greenert | TEDxPittsburghStatePrison 2015

Admiral Greenert, a decorated career officer with the U.S. Navy, presently serving as the Chief of Naval Operations, cites personal integrity and team work as essential qualities for successful leaders. A 1975 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Admiral Greenert competed studies in nuclear power for service as a submarine officer. Following four submarine assignments, he was placed in command of USS Honolulu from 1991 to 1993. Admiral Greenert then went on to serve as commander of the U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. Fleet Forces Command and Naval Operations. He is a recipient of various personal and campaign awards, including the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, and Legion of Merit. In 1992, he was awarded the Vice Admiral Stockdale Award for inspirational leadership.