Illinois Joining Forces
Lalena Zoe Magnetta, MBA, MS, LSSGB, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in training and leadership roles. Currently serving as a Senior Training Specialist at Siemens since January 2017, Lalena develops and implements effective learning strategies and curriculum for diverse audiences. In addition to this role, Lalena serves as a Trustee on the Grayslake Village Board and as a Women Veteran Ambassador for Illinois Joining Forces, advocating for the needs of female veterans. Lalena's previous experience includes roles as a Training Specialist with UnitedHealth Group and as a Project Manager and Master Training Specialist in the US Navy, where comprehensive training and curriculum management were key responsibilities. Lalena holds a Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management from the University of Southern California and a Master of Business Administration with a Global Business Emphasis from the University of Redlands.
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Illinois Joining Forces
Illinois Joining Forces (IJF) was launched in 2012 through an inter-governmental agreement between the Illinois Departments of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) and Military Affairs (IDMA) as a statewide, public-private network of military and veteran-serving organizations working together to improve services for Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF). As a stand-alone nonprofit organization, IJF helps service members, Veterans, and their families navigate the "sea of goodwill" to find the support they need, when they need it. No one organization can do it all, but Veterans shouldn’t have to wander from office to office – or website to website – to determine who does what and which organization can best meet their needs. Vision Make Illinois the most welcoming and supportive state in the Nation for all service members, Veterans, and their families (SMVF) – a place where SMVF find growth, wellness, and community. Mission Bring together public, private, and government stakeholders to collaboratively support SMVF – to include caregivers and survivors – regardless of status. Goals To ensure Illinois Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) can access a gateway to connect and navigate to the services and resources they need; where and when they need them. To eliminate barriers to accessing care for the Illinois SMVF community and reduce risk factors that contribute to suicide. To expand our access to service and resource providers by creating partnerships that ensure we meet the needs of the Illinois SMVF community. To develop, engage, and partner with regionally based community hubs of support, and to foster local collaborations to better support the Illinois SMVF Community. To convene service providers and the SMVF community for the purpose of education, collaboration, and connection. Facebook: @ijf Twitter: @JoiningForces For immediate support, call our Coordination Center 1-833-463-6453 - 24/7