Captain Hakimzadeh is the aircraft carrier requirements branch head at OpNav N98 (Director Air Warfare). Previously, he served as commanding officer on board the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75), where he completed an extended carrier incremental availability with the Navy’s best project team at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. He also commanded the USS Mount Whitney (LCC-20) and served as executive officer on board the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74).

Articles by Kavon “Hak” Hakimzadeh

When sailors commit to the arduous life of Navy service, they must be able to trust that their well-being will be a top priority for the organization.

Trust Falls and Trust Fails

By Rear Admiral Kavon Hakimzadeh, U.S. Navy, and Heather D. Hakimzadeh
February 2024
How can any institution, but particularly the military, continue to function well if its members perceive it as untrustworthy?
Rear Admiral Kavon Hakimzadeh, USN, on board the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75)

What’s in a Name?

By Rear Admiral Kavon Hakimzadeh, U.S. Navy
September 2022
A sailor’s reflection on leadership, respect, and the importance of names over a long and honorable naval career.