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IDIAI

Welcome to the Illinois Division

International Association for Identification

Chartered 1962

Meet the Team

At IDIAI, we are a mosaic of diverse backgrounds and experiences, united by a shared vision. We are committed to building a strong community, enhancing education, and upholding the core values of the IAI. Each member brings unique insights from their respective police agencies, driving us forward as we collaborate to create a brighter future for all. Together, we strive to foster inclusivity and innovation in everything we do.

Interested in being on the Team? Contact us and let us know!

Officers

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President

Jennifer Weber

Currently works at Vernon Hills Police Department as a Patrol Commander.

1st Vice President

Andrew Olech

Currently works as a Patrol Sergeant at Palatine Police Department. He is an instructor with NEMRT and Harper College. He is on the MCAT (Major Case Assistance Team). He is Certified as a Crime Scene Analyst through the IAI.

2nd Vice President

Kristyn Urgo

Currently works at the Naperville Police Department as a Crime Scene Investigator. Serves on the Will County Forensics Task Force. She is Certified as a Crime Scene Investigator and Bloodstain Pattern Analyst through the IAI.

Secretary & Treasurer

Nancy Keel

Currently works as a Fingerprint Examiner at the Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory. She is Certified as a Latent Print Examiner through the IAI.

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Editor & Historian

Gina Minetti

Currently works at the Aurora Police Department (IL) as a Latent Print Examiner. She is Certified as a Latent Print Examiner through the IAI.

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Webmaster

Tenea' Spanks

Currently works at the Naperville Police Department as a Crime Scene Investigator. Serves on the DuPage County Forensics Task Force. She is Certified as a Crime Scene Investigator a through the IAI.

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Sergeant at Arms

Patrick Kelly

Currently works at the Joliet Police Department (IL) in the Evidence Unit.

Board of Directors

Chairman

Julie Smith

Currently works at Aurora Police Department (IL). She is Certified as a Latent Print Examiner through the IAI.

Board Member #1

Karen Duquette

Currently works at the Northeastern Illinois Regional Crime Laboratory.

Board Member #2

Amy Johnson

Currently works at Kane County Sheriff's Department as an Undersheriff. She is an instructor at Northwestern University and Aurora University.

Board Member #3

Kiersten Reif

Currently works at the Bannockburn Police Department. She is an instructor with Blue Line Training and the College of DuPage. She is on the Lake County Major Crime Task Force and Major Crime Task Force. She is a Certified ILETSB Instructor and Certified as a Diplomate for the ABMDI (American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators).

Board Member #4

Jordan Oliver

Currently works at the Antioch Police Department as a Patrol Sergeant.

Meet the Team

Training Committee

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Chairman

Jennifer Weber

Currently works at Vernon Hills Police Department as a Patrol Commander.

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Training Committee Member #1

Alex Ramsmussen

Currently works as a Sergeant at the Waukegan Police Department

Training Committee Member #2

Stephanie Williams

Currently works at Illinois State Police Laboratory as a Forensic Scientist in the Latent Prints section.

Vendor Committee

Jordan Oliver

Currently works at the Joliet Police Department (IL) in the Evidence Unit.

Hospitality Committee

Joe Coronado

Currently works at the Aurora Police Department (IL) in the Evidence Unit.

Audit Committee

2nd Vice President

Kristyn Urgo

Currently works at the Naperville Police Department as a Crime Scene Investigator. Serves on the Will County Forensics Task Force. She is Certified as a Crime Scene Investigator and Bloodstain Pattern Analyst through the IAI.

1st Vice President

Andrew Olech

Currently works as a Patrol Sergeant at Palatine Police Department. He is an instructor with NEMRT and Harper College. He is on the MCAT (Major Case Assistance Team Certified as a Crime Scene Analyst through the IAI.

Vacant

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Open for election at Spring 2027 conference

Meet the Team

Nominating Committee

All elected officers, directors, and past presidents (in attendance) are part of the Nominating Committee. Nominees are post on meeting day annually at the IDIAI conference.

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