Governor Pritzker
Governor of Illinois
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Maj. Gen. Richard Neely
Adjutant General, Illinois National Guard; Director, Department of Military Affairs
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CSM Dena Ballowe
Senior Enlisted Leader - Illinois National Guard
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Major General Rodney Boyd was appointed as the Assistant Adjutant General for the Illinois Army National Guard on July 1, 2021. His previous assignment was as the Assistant Chief of Staff, J4 (Wartime), United States Forces Korea. As the Assistant Adjutant General, he serves as the principal assistant to the Adjutant General in all matters pertaining to supervision and management of the Illinois Department of Military Affairs and the Illinois Army National Guard, which consists of 10,000 citizen-Soldiers.
Assistant Adjutant General - Army, Illinois National Guard
Commander - Illinois Army National Guard
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Brig. Gen. Justin Osberg
Deputy Assistant Adjutant General, Illinois Army National Guard
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Director of the Joint Staff
Director of the Joint Staff, Illinois National Guard
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Chief of Staff - Illinois Army National Guard
Chief of Staff, Illinois Army National Guard
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Illinois Air National Guard officer Marty Green of Springfield, a native of Canton, was promoted to brigadier general on June 4 during a ceremony at the Illinois National Guard’s headquarters on Camp Lincoln. He was selected as the Assistant to the General Counsel-Air for the National Guard Bureau, a “one-star” general position. Green will play a crucial part in overseeing legal matters within the National Guard Bureau. He has extensive experience in providing legal counsel both in the military and in his civilian employment as the Senior Vice President and Legislative Counsel for the Illinois CPA Society. “This isn’t about me or just one individual,” said Green. “It’s about ensuring the betterment of this organization. I’m proud to represent the Illinois Air National Guard and ensure that we continue to do a great job taking care of our people.” Maj. Gen. Rich Neely, the Adjutant General of Illinois and Commander of the Illinois National Guard, said Green will represent Illinois well at the national level. “He will undoubtedly make significant contributions to the legal affairs of the organization, solidifying his position as a respected leader within the Illinois Air National Guard and the National Guard Bureau as a whole,” Neely said. Green previously served as the Air National Guard Assistant to the Staff Judge Advocate for Air Mobility Command, where he played a pivotal role in advising and assisting with legal matters. Simultaneously, he fulfilled the position of State Staff Judge Advocate for the Illinois Air National Guard, showcasing his dedication to both local and national legal affairs. “This promotion highlights the Illinois National Guard’s commitment to excellence and its contribution to the broader National Guard mission,” Neely said. “This should serve as an inspiration to fellow servicemembers and demonstrate the potential for professional growth and development within our organization.”
Assistant to the General Counsel-Air
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State Command Chief Warrant Officer
State Command Chief Warrant Officer, Illinois National Guard
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State Command Sergeant Major
State Command Sergeant Major - Illinois Army National Guard
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AAG-Air
Assistant Adjutant General - Air, Illinois National Guard
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Director of Staff - Illinois Air National Guard
Director of Staff - Illinois Air National Guard
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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Marlon Burton, a group superintendent with the 182nd Mission Support Group, Illinois Air National Guard, poses for a portrait in Peoria, Illinois, June 5, 2022. Burton has 23 years of service. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by 182nd Airlift Wing Public Affairs)
State Command Chief Master Sergeant - Illinois Air National Guard
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William D. "Willie" Cobetto
Chief of Staff - Illinois Department of Military Affairs
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Col. Brian Creech
United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Illinois
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Maj. Gen. Donald "DK" Carpenter
Director, Lightning Sustainment Center, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program Office, Wright-Patterson AFB
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Maj. Gen. Henry Dixon
Assistant Chief of Staff, Director of Operations (G3), U.S. Army Central Command
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