MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Ensign Deke Slaton, a resident of Hermitage, Tennessee, was honored with the Leadership Management Award during graduation exercises on Sept. 20 at the Navy Supply Corps School (NSCS) in Newport, Rhode Island.
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| Ensign Deke Slaton (center) receives an award from Navy Supply Corps School Commanding Officer Capt. Richie Jenkins and Rear Adm. Kristin Acquavella. |
Slaton received this honor for obtaining the highest average in the Leadership course while completing the Basic Qualification Course (BQC), an intensive program that prepares officers for the logistical demands of the Navy Supply Corps, which is considered to be one of the Navy’s greatest assets.
The BQC is a crucial step for aspiring Supply Corps officers, equipping them with the skills to manage supply chains and provide logistical support for the Navy.
Slaton joined the Navy 14 years ago. Additionally, Slaton earned a degree from Clark Atlanta University in 2014.
“This award inspires me to continue finding innovative ways to lead at the highest level throughout the naval fleet and community,” said Slaton. “I’ve been a servicemember of the United States Navy since I was 19 years old, this award is a testament to all of the amazing leaders who have inspired me. I hope to continue this cycle.”
Navy Supply Corps officers play a critical role in ensuring sailors have the equipment and resources they need to maintain readiness and counter global threats.
Slaton joined the Navy 14 years ago. Additionally, Slaton earned a degree from Clark Atlanta University in 2014.
“This award inspires me to continue finding innovative ways to lead at the highest level throughout the naval fleet and community,” said Slaton. “I’ve been a servicemember of the United States Navy since I was 19 years old, this award is a testament to all of the amazing leaders who have inspired me. I hope to continue this cycle.”
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| Ensign Deke Slaton |
Navy Supply Corps officers play a critical role in ensuring sailors have the equipment and resources they need to maintain readiness and counter global threats.
As 90% of global commerce travels by sea and much of the world’s internet relies on secure undersea cables, the Navy’s mission to recruit and retain talented individuals like Slaton is integral to both national security and global prosperity.
The Navy Supply Corps School, whose mission is to provide students with the personal and professional foundations for success, prepares its graduates to offer global logistics support across the fleet. Following graduation, officers like Slaton are deployed worldwide to put their training into action, contributing to the Navy’s continuous presence around the globe.
Slaton is set to join the crew of USS Gladiator, an Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship homeported in Manama, Bahrain, where they will continue to support the mission of the Navy and uphold the values that earned them the Leadership Management Award.
The Navy Supply Corps School, whose mission is to provide students with the personal and professional foundations for success, prepares its graduates to offer global logistics support across the fleet. Following graduation, officers like Slaton are deployed worldwide to put their training into action, contributing to the Navy’s continuous presence around the globe.
Slaton is set to join the crew of USS Gladiator, an Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship homeported in Manama, Bahrain, where they will continue to support the mission of the Navy and uphold the values that earned them the Leadership Management Award.