Subject
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Certificate of Recognition to celebrate and acknowledge the promotion of Nicholas Patrick Lopreiato to the Rank of Commander in the United States Navy Medical Corps
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Department
City Clerk/Director of Council Operations Office
Recommendation
Staff recommends Mayor and Council present a Certificate of Recognition to Nicholas Patrick Lopreiato to honor his promotion to the rank of Commander in the United States Navy Medical Corps.
Discussion
To get promoted to Commander in the Navy Medical Corps, officers typically need to meet the
following criteria:
Time in Service: Accumulate a minimum number of years of service in the Navy Medical Corps.
Performance: Maintain a high level of performance in duties and responsibilities.
Leadership Potential: Demonstrate leadership skills and potential to lead others.
Availability: Be available for promotion to higher ranks.
Specialties: Consider specializations in high-demand fields such as Cyber, Intelligence, or Nuclear.
Education: Advanced education and training can enhance promotion chances.
Board Reviews: Be selected for promotion through consecutive boards and board reviews. Promotions are competitive and based on the selection board review of fitness reports, leadership potential, and service needs. The annual defense manpower profile report and related reports provide insights into promotion trends and the attrition rate of officers at various ranks.
NOTE: Promotions get tougher as you move up. Limited slots mean senior ranks are highly competitive.
Commander Lopreiato clearly met or exceeded these criteria, and we congratulate him for this amazing accomplishment.
Mayor and Council History
This is a special recognition of an officer being promoted to the esteemed rank of Commander in the United States Navy Medical Corps.