Gabriel. I think you make a good point and have every reason to make yourself heard. However I do disagree with your comments on Admirals (Officers) and Fleet Captains.
I'm not an active member of Stonewall Fleet at the moment, I'm guild leader of Knights of Stonewall, but I fought and (I hope) earned that title. I was the personnel officer for Stonewall Fleet for 2 years and so that's why I would like to comment on the recruitment criteria. And there are none! If you are willing and able? Then you are a potential officer.
If anything, knowing or being friendly with a current officer causes more concern about promoting someone. Nepotism is not what we are about, and for those of us who have had to show our abilities over the past few years to gain the respect of our peers, it is a bit offensive to suggest, lol.
I have to admit that the information needed by members on how they can become officers is lacking, but we run regular recruitment threads, and rarely deny anyone the position. Anyone, like you, who expresses an interest in helping the community is normally snapped up as we need people like you. You just have to let us know personally so we can respond personally.
Basically what I'm trying to say is... that "officers" are far more restricted than members in what they can do. They have to constantly be aware of the needs of every other member of the community. If that is something you want to do, then by all means let a SWF officer know that!
If you fancy playing Star Wars: The Old Republic in the future... I could use someone like you too! (sorry Nick)