Visionary leadership, operational excellence, and humility: these are but a few traits that make an effective leader within the U.S. Navy. To recognize Sailors who exemplify these traits, the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) Executive Committee has created the Admiral Zumwalt Award for Visionary Leadership.
For the 2025 Admiral Zumwalt Award for Visionary Leadership for E-3– E-6, SNA recognized Interior Communications (IC) Specialist Third Class Sade Samuel, assigned to Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), for her display of outstanding leadership, technical expertise, and determined mindset.
Source: DVIDS Marines | Author: Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Miller | Published: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:13:29 -0500