On Jan. 25, Cmdr. David Walker officially began his role as executive officer (XO) of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay.

Walker may be described as a salty officer with a big personality, which can be expected after 31 years of service which include 21 years of sea duty as a deck limited duty officer.

The NSGB community can expect few changes between Walker's leadership and that of his predecessor, Cmdr. Dennis Mojica.

"We come from the same background," said Walker. "We're all deck LDOs. Every XO that comes through Guantanamo Bay is a deck LDO, so we have big personalities - some more vocal than others."

Walker immediately hit the ground running upon arrival at NSGB, taking many meetings with various levels of leadership and walking the base regularly to ensure standards were being met and kept high.

"Guantanamo Bay is doing a great job in everything we do here," said Walker.

The new executive officer would like everyone to focus on just staying on top of things and making sure to continue to do things correctly and in accordance with procedures.

Walker's main goals and priorities as executive officer of NSGB include making sure everybody is operating safely and making sure they're taking care of their families.

"An island itself is a giant family, so a big part is just making sure we're taking care of each other on the island," said Walker. "Be procedurally compliant in everything that we do out there and provide each other forceful backup."

Any Sailor who has already met Walker may be familiar with his three basic expectations for Sailors: "Right Place. Right Time. Right Uniform."

"Be where you're supposed to be on time, be at your appointed place of duty, and have a squared-away uniform," said Walker. "When you look sharp, you feel sharp, and it gives you that edge to do well."

Walker wants all Sailors to be their best selves and advises all Sailors to take care of one another, which means making sure they're studying for exams and college and getting involved in off-duty activities and sports.

"A big part is that I want them to have fun here," said Walker. "I want them to do their job, but I want them to have fun."

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