1 00:00:01,030 --> 00:00:02,080 - Greetings. 2 00:00:02,080 --> 00:00:03,090 I am Greg Slavonic 3 00:00:03,090 --> 00:00:04,910 the acting Undersecretary of the Navy 4 00:00:04,910 --> 00:00:07,750 and it is indeed an honor to recognize you, 5 00:00:07,750 --> 00:00:12,470 the Department of Navy 2019 Presidential Rank Award winners. 6 00:00:12,470 --> 00:00:14,350 Typically we would have the pleasure 7 00:00:14,350 --> 00:00:16,870 of presenting these awards to you in person 8 00:00:16,870 --> 00:00:19,160 at a ceremony here in the Pentagon. 9 00:00:19,160 --> 00:00:20,990 This year it is different. 10 00:00:20,990 --> 00:00:22,530 And in an effort to be safe while 11 00:00:22,530 --> 00:00:25,260 carrying out the business of the defense of our nation, 12 00:00:25,260 --> 00:00:27,860 I'm sending congratulations to you virtually 13 00:00:27,860 --> 00:00:30,130 on behalf of Naval leadership. 14 00:00:30,130 --> 00:00:33,060 Presidential Rank Award winners are recognized 15 00:00:33,060 --> 00:00:35,810 for their sustained excellence in service, 16 00:00:35,810 --> 00:00:39,140 innovation, leadership, and delivering results. 17 00:00:39,140 --> 00:00:42,200 Whether the Rank Award is distinguished or meritorious, 18 00:00:42,200 --> 00:00:45,840 you join one percent of senior executive service members 19 00:00:45,840 --> 00:00:48,160 and senior professionals government-wide 20 00:00:48,160 --> 00:00:50,686 that receive this honor annually. 21 00:00:50,686 --> 00:00:53,650 Your time, efforts, and talents have helped 22 00:00:53,650 --> 00:00:56,280 to propel our workforce, our military, 23 00:00:56,280 --> 00:00:58,360 and ultimately our nation. 24 00:00:58,360 --> 00:01:00,360 Thank you for your professionalism. 25 00:01:00,360 --> 00:01:01,850 Thank you for your patriotism. 26 00:01:01,850 --> 00:01:04,360 Thank you for your dedication. 27 00:01:04,360 --> 00:01:08,173 Congratulations once again to you and your families.