Elizabeth (Liz) Jones

Elizabeth (Liz) Jones has a diverse work experience spanning several organizations. Elizabeth (Liz) started their career in 1998 as an Information System Technician in the United States Navy, where they served for four years. In 2003, they joined the US Air Force Reserve as an Intelligence Analyst and remained in this role for seven years.

In 2004, Liz transitioned to civilian work and joined the USO of Illinois as a Volunteer Coordinator/Programs Manager. Elizabeth (Liz) managed various programs aimed at improving the lives of military members and their families. Additionally, they served as the Center Director for the USO Great Lakes Center, overseeing daily operations and facilities management on the Naval Station Great Lakes base.

In 2015, Liz joined Blue Star Families, where they held multiple roles. Elizabeth (Liz) first served as a Program Administration Fellow, developing and implementing strategies to enhance programs and resources for National Guard and Reserve families. Elizabeth (Liz) then became a Solutions Manager, contributing to the organization's objectives. Liz subsequently took on the role of Careers Coordinator, where they organized and marketed career events for military spouses. Finally, they worked as an Operations Manager and later as a Senior Operations Manager, showcasing their expertise in managing operations and community solutions.

Overall, Liz's experience encompasses various leadership and management roles, as well as a strong focus on supporting military personnel and their families.

Elizabeth (Liz) Jones has a diverse education history. In 2002, they attended South Suburban College and earned an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in Political Science and Government by 2003. Later in 2011, Liz enrolled at the College of Lake County and obtained a certification in Meeting and Event Planning.

In addition to their formal education, Liz has pursued various certifications. In July 2017, they obtained multiple certifications from LinkedIn, including "Building Accountability Into Your Culture," "Building Trust," "Decision-Making Strategies," "Effective Listening," "Having Difficult Conversations," "Leading Productive Meetings," "Leading and Working in Teams," "Managing Virtual Teams," "Project Management Simplified," and "Teamwork Foundations."