NOEL YUCUIS: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Noel Yucuis is a seasoned communications and organizational leader with more than 15 years of experience supporting public-sector transformation, executive messaging, and mission-driven growth. She has served as Executive Director of Roll Call Chicagoland since August 2025, leading the organization through a period of intentional growth focused on deepening impact, strengthening partnerships, and professionalizing programs that support veterans and military spouses across the Chicagoland region.

In her role at Roll Call Chicagoland, Noel has overseen the expansion and formalization of the organization’s mentorship program, strengthened relationships with corporate, municipal, and nonprofit partners, and helped shape programming that blends networking, career development, and community-building. She works closely with volunteer leaders, board members, and sponsors to ensure Roll Call remains accessible, responsive, and grounded in the real needs of the military-connected community it serves.

Prior to her nonprofit leadership work, Noel spent nearly a decade at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, where she held administrative and academic support roles within graduate education and federally funded programs. Across both the university’s Graduate Writing Center and its FEMA-sponsored master’s program for homeland security professionals, she supported military officers, law enforcement leaders, and government executives in developing clear, effective communication for high-stakes academic and professional environments.

Noel is also the founder of Writing Corps, a consultancy providing strategic writing, editing, and communications support to mission-driven leaders and organizations navigating complex policy, research, and operational landscapes.

A military spouse, Noel and her husband raised their two children while navigating years of active-duty service and multiple cross-country moves. Now settled in the Chicagoland area, they are proud to call it home. Noel holds an MBA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a BA in English from Augusta State University. Her work—both professional and personal—is guided by a belief in the power of connection, clarity, and community to help people move forward together.

Jack Detzel: PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

As President of the Board for Roll Call Chicagoland, Jack provides strategic leadership and governance oversight, guiding the organization’s mission to connect, support, and empower military-connected individuals and their families throughout the Chicagoland area.

Jack recently retired after a distinguished 38-year career with PepsiCo, where he held multiple leadership positions across manufacturing, warehousing, transportation, supply and demand planning, customer service, and supply chain optimization. He helped lead major initiatives including the implementation of VMI planning and SAP ERP systems across PepsiCo’s diverse subsidiaries such as Quaker Oats, Gatorade, Tropicana, Frito-Lay, and the Pepsi Bottling Company.

A proud veteran advocate, Jack served for five years as Chair of PepsiCo’s military and veterans Employee Resource Group, Valor. Under his leadership, Valor strengthened PepsiCo’s reputation as a national leader in veteran hiring and partnered with numerous organizations including USO Illinois, Fisher House Foundation, American Corporate Partners, Fort2Base, Operation Shower, and Roll Call Chicagoland.

Jack holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Transportation Logistics and Operations Management from The Ohio State University, with minors in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Economics. An avid runner and community volunteer, he has completed multiple marathons and enjoys coaching youth sports, playing guitar, and reading history.

Justin Miller: SECRETARY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Justin Miller is a veteran leader, entrepreneur, and community builder whose work centers on helping veterans translate their skills and experience into meaningful civilian careers and business ownership. He is a founding leader of Roll Call Chicagoland and continues to play an active role in shaping the organization’s mission and partnerships across the region.

Justin is the owner and operator of Home Fixers, a veteran-owned handyman and home services company based in Winfield, Illinois. Through Home Fixers, Justin leads a team delivering high-quality residential and commercial services—including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, drywall, remodeling, and smart home integrations—while emphasizing craftsmanship, reliability, and customer trust. His work reflects a broader commitment to local small business growth and veteran entrepreneurship.

In addition to his work as a small business owner, Justin serves as Executive Director of the Living Business School at the Veteran Business Project. In this role, he helps veterans navigate the entrepreneurial journey from early ideation to investor readiness. The Living Business School offers veterans structured education, experiential learning, and mentorship, including exposure to alternative pathways such as the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) model, empowering participants to launch or acquire businesses with confidence.

Justin’s leadership across Roll Call Chicagoland, Home Fixers, and the Veteran Business Project reflects a consistent focus on opportunity creation, peer support, and long-term sustainability for veterans and military-connected professionals. His work is driven by the belief that community, mentorship, and practical guidance are essential to helping veterans succeed—whether they are building careers, businesses, or both.

Justin holds a Master of Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from DeVry University.

When he’s not working or volunteering, Justin enjoys taking on home DIY projects, spending time with his three children, and living by the mottos: “Try everything twice” and “Don’t sweat the small stuff.”

Martin Fernandez: VICE PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS; MENTORSHIP PROGRAM CHAIR

Vice President of the Board for Roll Call Chicagoland, Martin helps guide organizational priorities and long-term planning to ensure RCC remains responsive and impactful for veterans and military families across Chicagoland. A dedicated leader and mentor, he brings decades of military, technical, and business expertise to support RCC’s mission of community, networking, and career development.

Martin is a retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant with 4 years of active duty, including service in the White House Communications Agency providing secure communications for President Ronald Reagan, Vice President George H.W. Bush, and senior cabinet officials. He continued his service with 22 years in the Illinois Army National Guard, including deployment to Iraq (2004–2005) as a Battalion Signal Officer supporting the Big Red One Infantry Division and the 101st Airborne Division.

Following his military career, Martin transitioned into the private sector where he has built a 30+ year career in telecommunications, product development, and large-scale project management. He currently serves as a Senior Project Manager with Dematic, where he oversees multi-million-dollar warehouse integration projects for global clients. His previous civilian roles include leadership positions at USRobotics, 3Com, UL Solutions, and enVista.

At RCC, Martin spearheaded the development of the organization’s mentorship program, personally guiding veteran job-seekers and training fellow volunteers to become more effective mentors.

Martin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Northeastern Illinois University and is a Certified Scrum Master, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Lean Leader, and Supply Chain Professional.

Outside of work and volunteering, Martin lives in Morton Grove, Illinois, with his wife. They are proud parents of five grown children. He enjoys music, motorcycles, fishing, golf, and staying engaged in politics.

CHRIS OSTERFUND: VETERAN ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Chris Osterfund serves as Veteran Engagement Coordinator for Roll Call Chicagoland, bringing a veteran’s perspective, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to community connection. In this role, Chris is often the first personal point of contact for veterans engaging with Roll Call, helping ensure they feel welcomed, informed, and encouraged to participate.

Chris has built a 12-year career in banking and currently works in treasury management at Old National Bank, where he supports clients through complex financial and operational needs. A proud veteran, he served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1993 to 2001, an experience that continues to shape his sense of service and dedication to supporting fellow veterans.

For nearly three years, Chris has been actively involved with Roll Call Chicagoland, where he found a meaningful platform to network, give back, and strengthen connections within the veteran community. As Veteran Engagement Coordinator, he conducts personal outreach to veterans who register for Roll Call events, helping bridge the gap between registration and attendance. Through these one-to-one conversations, Chris listens to veterans’ stories, answers questions, and offers encouragement—reinforcing that Roll Call is a place where they are valued and supported.

Originally from Wisconsin, Chris is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. Outside of work and volunteering, he enjoys archery, competing in USPSA shooting matches, and spending time on his family’s farm in Wisconsin. His dedication to service, both in and out of uniform, continues to guide his commitment to strengthening the Roll Call Chicagoland community.

CATHY HOGG: EVENTS COORDINATOR

As Events Coordinator for Roll Call Chicagoland, Cathy Hogg plays a vital behind-the-scenes role in ensuring RCC events are welcoming, well organized, and thoughtfully executed. Her commitment to service and community has been shaped by both her professional journey and her longstanding connection to the military community.

Cathy grew up in Kenai, Alaska, and attended the University of Alaska Fairbanks while working to pay her own way through college. What began as a part-time job at Sears evolved into a 23-year career, with Cathy advancing through multiple roles at both the store and corporate levels. Living in Fairbanks—home to Fort Wainwright and Eielson Air Force Base—exposed her to military life and fostered a deep appreciation for service, reinforced by her own family’s military history.

After transferring to the Chicagoland area, Cathy worked at Sears’ corporate headquarters in Hoffman Estates, where she became active in the company’s Military ERG, the Associate Military Network. Through this involvement, she built relationships with fellow veterans and advocates at Roll Call networking events that helped lay the groundwork for the founding of Roll Call Chicagoland in 2017.

Cathy joined RCC as an attendee, volunteered with the Events Committee, and eventually stepped into the role of Events Committee Chair, where she continues to provide structure, organization, and steady support. Following the closure of Sears & Kmart, she transitioned into her current role as Human Resources & Accounting Coordinator at Atlas Engineering Group, Ltd. in Deerfield, Illinois.

Known for her attention to detail, strong proofreading skills, and calm, reliable presence, Cathy brings a visual and creative mindset paired with a highly structured approach. Outside of work and volunteering, she is an avid bowler, competing in multiple leagues and tournaments across Illinois and nationally. Her highest official game is a 279, and she’s still chasing that perfect 300.