He led an international naval exercise known as Baltic Operations ( BALTOPS ) 2003 from his flagship , the USS Vella Gulf ( CG - 72 ) .
Mayer was the first Hispanic Commander of the Naval Safety Center .
Mayer led an international naval exercise known as Baltic Operations ( BALTOPS ) 2003 from Mayer 's flagship , the USS Vella Gulf ( CG - 72 ) .
Mayer was the first Hispanic Commander of the Naval Safety Center .