CEO Corner
Updates from Jonathan Williams
Jonathan Williams is the President & CEO of the Pacific Battleship Center, home of the Battleship IOWA, LA Fleet Week, and the National Museum of the Surface Navy. A purpose-driven leader and storyteller, he shares updates and insights from one of the nation’s most innovative nonprofit organizations. His writing explores leadership, community, and culture — connecting lessons from the deck plate to the boardroom while highlighting the people, progress, and purpose that continue to drive the mission forward.
Newest Updates
CEO Update: November 8, 2023
Update on strategic projects, new mission and vision statements, and more in CEO Jonathan Williams’ latest update
Museum Update: November 2, 2023
Veterans Day events and lots happening at Battleship IOWA
CEO Update: 27 October 2023
CEO Jonathan Williams on Freedom of the Seas weekend, our new Navy environmental exhibit, and more!
National Museum of the Surface Navy to Host Inaugural Freedom of the Seas Weekend Celebrating the History and Mission of the Surface Navy
National Museum of the Surface Navy Hosts Freedom of the Seas Weekend aboard Battleship IOWA
Retired Navy Admiral Philip Davidson Named Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Award by National Museum of the Surface Navy
National Museum of the Surface Navy names retired admiral Phillip Davidson its 2023 Freedom of the Seas Award recipient
Museum Update: Sept. 5, 2023
The latest happenings aboard Battleship IOWA and in our community
National Museum of the Surface Navy Names Fiona Ma Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Humanitarian Service Award
National Museum of the Surface Navy Names Fiona Ma Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Humanitarian Service Award
CEO Update – Sept. 27, 2023
This week’s message from CEO Jonathan Williams
Museum Update: Sept. 20, 2023
Ramping up Operation Jailbreak, Long Beach Gives, and a bunch of fun events aboard
National Museum of the Surface Navy Selects Lockheed Martin’s Stephanie C. Hill to Receive the 2023 Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. Leadership Award
Lockheed Martin’s Stephanie C. Hill to receive Gravely Leadership Award
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