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Illinois

Committee Leadership

Ms. Laurie Silvey State Chair
Mr. Mike Holub Vice Chair
Ms. Tammy Peters / Ms. Jackie Barth Awards Director
Mr. Scott Klein / Mr. Brian Gilligan Employer Outreach Director
Mr. Ron Bacci Military Outreach Director
Mr. John Orfe Ombudsman Director
Ms. Amy Malina Public Affairs Director
Mr. Dave MacDonna Training Director
Mr. Tim Franklin Volunteer Coordinator

Illinois Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is one of 54 ESGR State Committees nationwide working with a common purpose - to promote a culture in which all American employers support and value the military service of their employees who also serve in the National Guard and Reserve.

Illinois ESGR works through a network of dedicated volunteers throughout the state who carry out this mission. Our volunteers conduct employer outreach programs, including informational briefings and events, neutral mediation and recognition of employers whose policies support or encourage military service. We also work to inform and educate thousands of Reserve Component members regarding their rights and responsibilities under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and ways to develop and maintain a good relationship their employer.

Contact Information

Kathy Kozak Volunteer Support Technician 8660 W. Cermak Rd.
North Riverside IL 60546
309-567-6111
kathy.a.kozak.ctr@army.mil

LTC David Sanford Program Coordinator 1301 North MacArthur Blvd
Springfield IL 62702
217-761-3070
David.a.sanford1.mil@army.mil

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September 07, 20232023 Freedom Award Recipients Honored

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense honored the recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve, in a formal ceremony at the Pentagon Aug. 30.

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June 30, 2023Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the 50th Anniversary of America's All-Volunteer Force

WASHINGTON -Fifty years ago, the United States military began to fill its ranks solely with brave Americans who freely choose to defend our republic. Ever since the draft ended on July 1, 1973, Americans have joined our military out of conviction, not compulsion. Over the years, the members of our All-Volunteer Force have been motivated by patriotism, pride, and principle—by the desire to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and by their love for our exceptional nation.

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June 20, 2023DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF THE 2023 SECRETARY OF DEFENSE EMPLOYER SUPPORT FREEDOM AWARD

Fifteen Exceptional Employers Recognized for Top Honor

WASHINGTON ­– The Department of Defense is pleased to announce the 15 recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve employees.

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