VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - Senior Chief Petty Officer Paul Isgar, a native of Liverpool, New York, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Expeditionary Combat Command, part of the Navy’s expeditionary force.
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Isgar graduated from Liverpool High School in 1999 and Le Moyne College with a bachelor's degree in psychology in 2003.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Liverpool.
“I learned growing up that you have to have patience and learn to listen to people,” Isgar said. "Those are two key attributes to being successful in the Navy."
Isgar joined the Navy 17 years ago. Today, Isgar serves as a hospital corpsman.
“I was a firefighter, and I wanted to do all of the exciting things, but I also wanted to be part of a community,” Isgar said. "I liked the structure of the military, and the Navy gave me a sense of direction and purpose."
Headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) provides oversight, training and support for the Navy’s expeditionary forces worldwide. From EOD technicians and Seabees to maritime security and logistics sailors, NECC integrates these specialized communities into a ready force capable of deploying quickly and operating wherever they’re needed. A dedicated civilian workforce stands alongside uniformed personnel, ensuring the command has the depth and expertise to keep pace with evolving missions.
NECC’s focus is clear: Arrive on Station, Stay on Station, and Sustain the Fight. By building readiness at home and enabling operations abroad, NECC ensures that expeditionary sailors are equipped, trained, and prepared to deliver when the Navy and the nation call.
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Isgar has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“My proudest accomplishment in the Navy is positively impacting other Sailors,” Isgar said.
Isgar serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy means sacrifice and motivating others more than yourself,” Isgar said.
Isgar is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my parents, Don and Melissa, for always being supportive and backing my decisions,” Isgar said. "They were always there, no matter what, and I will be forever thankful for that. I especially want to thank my wife, Kim, for always being willing to adapt and acting as the backbone of our family. She is an amazing mom to our three children, and I couldn't imagine life without her."
“I still want to positively impact as many people as possible,” Isgar said.