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Vice Admiral Dan Abel assumed the duties of the Coast Guard Deputy Commandant for Operations in June 2018. In this capacity, he is responsible for the development of operational strategy, policy, guidance, and resources that address national priorities. This oversight of Coast Guard missions,...
Rear Adm. Michael A. Wettlaufer is a native of Alexandria, Virginia. He graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and was commissioned in 1986 and designated a naval aviator in 1988. He holds a Master of Science in Aviation Systems from the University of...
Lieutenant Colonel Volkert is a native of Verona, New Jersey and a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, King’s Point, New York in 1995. After receiving a commission in the USMC and completion of The Basic School, Second Lieutenant Volkert reported to Pensacola, Florida for...
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill proudly represents New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.
After graduating from the United States Naval Academy in 1994, Congresswoman Sherrill spent almost 10 years on active duty in the United States Navy. She flew missions throughout Europe and the...
Congressman Peter T. King, a Republican, is serving his fourteenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, being reelected in November 2018.
Rep. King is a member of the Homeland Security Committee and Ranking Member of the Sub-Committee on Emergency Preparedness. He also serves on...
An army veteran and former non-profit healthcare executive, Congressman Max Rose proudly serves New York’s 11th Congressional District, representing Staten Island and South Brooklyn. He lives in the St. George neighborhood of Staten Island with his wife, Leigh.
Upon being sworn in,...
Kansans first elected Jerry Moran to the United States Senate in 2010. Since joining the U.S. Senate, Senator Moran has been a leading advocate for protecting and preserving the special way of life in Kansas.
Senator Moran serves as chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on...
Captain John “Jack” Noonan – KP ‘78 President and CEO, Binnacle Maritime, LLC Easton, CT
John “Jack” D. Noonan, is a maritime industry professional with over 40 years of experience, and served most recently as the CEO of Chembulk Tankers prior to which he was its President and Chief...
Mr. Brian D. Starer, Esq – KP ‘67Senior Partner, Squire Patton BoggsNew York, New York
Brian D. Starer has more than 35 years' experience as a maritime practitioner, primarily focusing on marine casualties including grounding, sinking, fire, collision, and environmental pollution. Mr...