Recruiting

In this episode, we sit down with three of fiscal year 2025 Reserve Recruiters of the Year: GSE1 Pathion Maxwell, Lt. Cmdr. Nathan Williams, and NC1 Kevin Rambaud. They share their perspectives on strengthening the Navy Reserve force, connecting with prior-service and civilian candidates, and navigating the unique challenges of Reserve accessions. Tune in for an insightful discussion on strategy, ...[Read More]

In this episode, we hear from Rear Adm. James Waters, as he reflects on the benefits of utilizing the Uncharted Waters podcast to communicate with Recruiting Nation, discusses strategic priorities for recruiters and why he thinks Recruiting Nation has been so successful in recent years.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the transition from the Active Component to the Reserve Component. Chief Navy Counselor Jason Harris and Chief Navy Counselor Aaron Thomas discuss the benefits this path offers both Sailors and the Navy, from retaining valuable training and experience to preserving medical benefits and continuing to build toward retirement. Tune in to learn more about the ...[Read More]

In this episode, we celebrate the reopening of the Navy eSports gaming facility and take a closer look at what it means to be a member of the Navy eSports team. Join us as we speak with Lt. Cmdr. Aaron Jones, HM3 Anthony Knox, and YN1 Helal Noori about the skills and lessons they’ve gained through gaming, their experiences serving in the Navy, and how they continue to pursue their passion while co...[Read More]

In this episode, we sit down with National Chief Recruiter NCCM Kevin Kikawa to talk all about the future vision for the Career Recruiting Force. Join us as we discuss the importance of Salesforce utilization; and why the front-line recruiter continues to be our top priority.

In this episode, we discuss medical recruiting and what it takes to be successful at it. Join us as we sit down with NTAG Pittsburgh’s NCCM Harrington, Lt. Crandall, and Lt. Anater to talk about their Navy recruiting journeys, why medical recruiting is one of the most challenging areas nationally, and what methods or mentalities have led them to be successful. Tune in for an inside look at how men...[Read More]

In this final episode, we take a look back at the past three years of Navy Recruiting Command’s achievements with Rear Adm. Waters at the helm. Join us as we sit down with Chief Navy Counselor Aaron Ausen and discuss the establishment of the Recruiting Operations Center, medical battlestations, and the organization’s shift to the winners win mindset.

Dr. Kevin Sullivan, executive director, Navy Recruiting Command, left, briefs members of the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command about daily recruiting operations inside the Recruiting Operations Center during their visit to CNRC, in Millington, Tennessee, June 8. The engagement provided an overview of accession performance and highlighted the Navy’s data-driven approach to meeting enlistmen...[Read More]