NAVSEA Executive and Leadership Team

Cassandra Hafford, the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at NAVSEA, oversees critical financial operations and strategic fiscal planning for the command. Hafford ensures robust financial management across all directorates and Program Executive Offices (PEOs), supporting the engineering, building, buying, and maintenance of naval assets. This role is essential for maintaining fiscal responsibility and optimizing resource allocation to meet the Fleet's current and future operational requirements. Cassandra Hafford's expertise guides financial strategies that enable the acquisition of advanced ships, submarines, and combat systems. The Deputy Chief Financial Officer plays a key part in ensuring the long-term financial health and operational readiness of NAVSEA's extensive programs.

Mike Adams, the Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, directs the strategic alignment of command staff and headquarters directorates. Overseeing critical administrative functions, Adams ensures operational efficiency across all affiliated Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and field activities. This leadership role involves coordinating high-level initiatives that support the engineering, building, buying, and maintenance of naval vessels and combat systems. By managing key communication channels and resource allocation, Mike Adams drives the execution of directives essential for meeting the Fleet's current and future operational demands. The Chief of Staff's purview extends to fostering collaboration among diverse teams, guaranteeing that NAVSEA's complex projects advance with precision and adhere to stringent performance standards, thereby reinforcing the organization's mission to deliver superior maritime capabilities.

Elissa Trueman, the Chief Technology Officer at NAVSEA, architects the technological vision and innovation strategy for naval systems. Trueman guides the integration of cutting-edge technologies into ships, submarines, and combat systems, ensuring they meet and exceed future operational requirements. This involves evaluating emerging advancements and directing research and development efforts to enhance fleet capabilities. Elissa Trueman's leadership ensures that NAVSEA remains at the forefront of maritime technology, driving the development of advanced solutions for complex engineering and acquisition challenges. By fostering a culture of technological excellence, the Chief Technology Officer plays a pivotal part in maintaining the Fleet's operational advantage and supporting the organization's mission to build and maintain superior naval assets.

Eric LaCross, the Head Corporate Operations Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, spearheads the operational framework supporting the command's extensive engineering and acquisition activities. LaCross manages the intricate coordination of headquarters directorates and field activities, ensuring seamless execution of the mandate to build, buy, and maintain naval platforms. This position involves optimizing internal processes and resource deployment to enhance the efficiency of ship and submarine development lifecycles. Eric LaCross's strategic oversight guarantees that operational functions align with the Fleet's evolving needs, facilitating the delivery of advanced combat systems. The Head Corporate Operations Chief of Staff drives initiatives that bolster NAVSEA's capacity to meet demanding production schedules and maintain the highest standards of quality in all maritime assets.

Dianna Pleasants, the Deputy Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, provides critical support in overseeing the command's vast operational and strategic initiatives. Pleasants assists in the coordination of efforts across Program Executive Offices (PEOs) and numerous field activities, ensuring the effective engineering, acquisition, and maintenance of naval assets. This role involves managing complex interdependencies and facilitating communication to uphold the Fleet's current and future operational requirements. Dianna Pleasants's contributions are vital to the seamless functioning of NAVSEA's command staff, driving progress on shipbuilding and combat systems development. The Deputy Chief of Staff ensures that all organizational elements work in concert to deliver robust and reliable maritime solutions.

Joan Bunker, the Chief of Staff for the Submarine and Submersible Directorate at NAVSEA, directs strategic operations and administrative functions for the division responsible for underwater naval assets. Bunker ensures that the engineering, acquisition, and maintenance of submarines and submersibles align with the Fleet's stringent operational requirements. This leadership position involves coordinating with various stakeholders to advance complex projects, from initial design through lifecycle support. Joan Bunker's focus is on optimizing the directorate's capabilities to deliver state-of-the-art underwater combat systems and platforms. The Chief of Staff for the Submarine and Submersible Directorate drives efficiency and innovation, guaranteeing the continued superiority of NAVSEA's submarine fleet.

Nic DeCoteau, the Chief Information Officer, Activity at NAVSEA, directs the organization's information technology strategy and infrastructure. DeCoteau oversees the implementation and management of robust IT systems that support the engineering, acquisition, and maintenance of naval ships, submarines, and combat systems. This critical role ensures secure and efficient data management, communication, and operational support across all directorates and field activities. Nic DeCoteau's leadership is instrumental in leveraging technology to meet the Fleet's evolving operational requirements and enhance overall organizational effectiveness. The Chief Information Officer, Activity drives digital transformation initiatives, safeguarding critical information assets and enabling advanced technological integration.

Corinne Bruce, the Manager, Operations & Aukus Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, orchestrates critical operational functions and strategic coordination for the Aukus initiative. Bruce ensures that the engineering, building, buying, and maintenance of naval systems supporting this trilateral security pact meet rigorous standards and timelines. This leadership role involves managing complex inter-agency and international collaborations, driving the seamless integration of operational requirements. Corinne Bruce's oversight guarantees that NAVSEA's contributions to the Aukus partnership advance the Fleet's future operational capabilities. The Manager, Operations & Aukus Chief of Staff focuses on enhancing operational synergy and delivering advanced maritime solutions critical to national security objectives.

Richelle Sweeney, the Navsea Contracts Directorate Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, manages the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the organization's contracting functions. Sweeney oversees the complex processes involved in procuring ships, submarines, and combat systems, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and budgetary requirements. This role is crucial for facilitating the timely acquisition of essential naval assets that meet the Fleet's current and future operational needs. Richelle Sweeney's leadership ensures that contracting strategies effectively support NAVSEA's mission to engineer, build, and maintain superior maritime platforms. The Navsea Contracts Directorate Chief of Staff drives excellence in procurement, guaranteeing robust support for all acquisition programs.

Lindsay Webster, the Team Submarine Chief of Staff at NAVSEA, directs the strategic and operational execution for submarine development and sustainment initiatives. Webster ensures that all aspects of submarine engineering, acquisition, and maintenance align with the Fleet's demanding operational requirements. This position involves coordinating diverse teams and resources to advance cutting-edge submarine technology and combat systems. Lindsay Webster's leadership is pivotal in driving the successful delivery of advanced underwater platforms that bolster national security. The Team Submarine Chief of Staff champions innovation and efficiency, guaranteeing that NAVSEA maintains its preeminence in submarine design and construction.