Staff

lwinter@jrcert.org

Leslie is a native of northwestern Illinois. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Physical Education degree from Western Illinois University. She then enrolled in the radiography program at Triton College and earned an Associate in Allied Health degree. After becoming certified by the ARRT she was employed at Sherman Hospital in Elgin as a CT technologist. Leslie continued her education and earned a Master of Science in Health Administration degree from the College of St. Francis in Joliet, IL.

Leslie served as a didactic instructor for the College of DuPage and also served as a board member on the college’s Educational Review Committee. In 1987, Leslie became the program director at St. Joseph’s Hospital School of Radiologic Technology. In 1995, she joined the JRCERT and currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer.

Leslie was honored to receive the Professional Excellence Award, the Recognition for Recruitment and Retention of Health Careers Award, and the Outstanding Public Service Recognition Award from the State of Illinois Department of Public Health. Leslie travels throughout the United States presenting lectures on educational topics and believes programmatic accreditation in the radiologic sciences is the best way to assure patient safety.

Leslie resides in McHenry, IL with her wife and their two dogs.

tlang@jrcert.org

Traci joined the JRCERT in 2012 as an Accreditation Specialist and was promoted to Assistant Director in 2015. Currently, she serves as the Executive Associate Director.  She received ARRT certification and registration in radiography in 1997 and radiation therapy in 1998. She has experience in medical dosimetry, served as chief radiation therapist at Baton Rouge Medical Center, Baton Rouge, LA, and prior to coming to the JRCERT, served as program director for the medical center’s radiography program.  She has two sons and several rescue dogs.

jmichael@jrcert.org

Jennifer joined the JRCERT in June of 2019 as an Accreditation Specialist and now serves as the organization’s Assistant Director. Prior to her time at the JRCERT, Jennifer served as assistant professor and clinical coordinator for two JRCERT-accredited radiography programs. Jennifer earned her Doctorate of Education in Curriculum and Instruction for Health Professions Education from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Both her Master’s and Bachelor’s of Radiologic Science degrees are from Northwestern State University in Louisiana. Before her career in radiologic sciences, Jennifer served as a weather forecaster for the United States Air Force. Jennifer and her husband, Joe have two children. In her free time she likes to spend quality time with family, in the outdoors, and read.

tleggett@jrcert.org

Tricia is the Director of Instructional Design and Technology. Prior to joining the JRCERT, she held a variety of positions in radiologic technology that included clinical instructor, clinical coordinator, program director, and site visitor. She has also served as Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning and Vice President for Student Success. She has been active in the profession serving as a member of the JRCERT Board of Directors from 2014-2017, as well as maintaining membership in the Ohio Society of Radiologic Technologists (OSRT) and American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Dr. Leggett earned her Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology degree from Muskingum Area Technical College, Bachelor of Science in Allied Health degree from Malone University, Master of Science in Education degree from St. Joseph’s College of Maine, and Doctorate in Healthcare Education degree from A.T. Still University. Tricia and her husband, Dave, reside in Ohio and have two children, Andrew and Allie, son-in-law, Chase, and granddaughters, Hayden and Laney. Many four-legged members of their family reside with them.

bleonard@jrcert.org

Brian joined the JRCERT in 2014 as an Accreditation Specialist. He received ARRT certification and registration in radiography in 2006. He continues to maintain his ARRT certification and is a member of the ASRT. Prior to joining the JRCERT, he was the program director of a JRCERT-accredited radiography program in central Florida. Brian believes it is essential for programs to achieve and maintain programmatic accreditation and promote excellence in education pertaining to quality and safety of patient care. Brian enjoys playing and listening to music, gardening, cooking, and spending time with his wife and two active young boys.

Prior to her time at the JRCERT, Krista  served as a program director for JRCERT-accredited radiography programs for over 25 years. She has worked for certificate, associate, and baccalaureate level programs across Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, North Carolina, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.  She also served as an independent accreditation specialist consultant to radiography programs for 13 years. Krista earned her Master’s Degree in Strategic Leadership from Mountain State University and her Bachelor’s of Radiologic Science Degree from Boise State University. She holds ARRT certification in both Radiography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Krista continues her active membership in the ASRT, ACERT, and AEIRS. In her spare time Krista enjoys the outdoors, camping, cooking, traveling, and being an active pet-foster parent to shelter babies needing a place to recover from trauma or abandonment.

For over 30 years Catherine has been a dedicated professional in the imagining sciences. Prior to her joining the JRCERT, Catherine most recently served as a Program Director in a JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology program. Throughout her career Catherine has held a variety of positions including: full-time Radiography Faculty and Clinical Coordinator, Mammography Supervisor, Mammography Quality Assurance Technologist, and Radiology staff technologist.   

Throughout her career Catherine has obtained certifications from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology, Mammography, Quality Management and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Catherine received both her bachelor’s degree in Health Arts and her master’s degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of St. Francis (Joliet, Illinois). Catherine is an active member of the ASRT.

Catherine believes in the importance of maintaining professionalism, excellence in education, patient care and empathy, and is dedicated to serving the community by upholding these values. In her free time, Catherine enjoys spending time with her husband and son, taking long walks on Chicago’s Lake front, and crafting.

jmielcarek@jrcert.org

Jason started working at the JRCERT in December 2016 as an Accreditation Assistant. Previously, he worked for 6-1/2 years in secondary education. He earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree from Illinois State University and a Master’s of Arts degree from DePaul University. In his free time, he enjoys running and traveling with his wife Meg and rescue dachshund Deke.

tebrom@jrcert.org

Tim began at the JRCERT in June of 2019 as an Accreditation Assistant. Prior to starting at the JRCERT, Tim worked for eight years in secondary and post-secondary education. Tim earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2010 and his Master of Science degree from DePaul University in 2016. In his spare time, Tim likes to spend time with his wife, Amanda, and his son, Benjamin, watch the Chicago Cubs, play the piano, and travel.

tcruz@jrcert.org

Teresa began her employment with the JRCERT in November 1982 as a receptionist. She then held a secretarial position for three years and was promoted to her current position in 1985.

Teresa is originally from Chicago and resides in a suburb of Chicago with her husband and daughter. Teresa’s personal interests include traveling and attending concerts and baseball games. Teresa and her family are avid fans of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.  She also enjoys spending time with her large extended family.

amielcarek@jrcert.org

Angie has been with the JRCERT since 1993, beginning as a Secretary and is now Senior Executive Assistant. Angie is a life-long Illinois resident, and enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandson and grand dog.  

pluhn@jrcert.org

Paul joined the JRCERT as the Information Technology Administrator in 2015. He studied computer science at Michigan State University and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Asbury University in Kentucky. In 2013, Paul received the Luis V. Amador, M.D. Medallion Award from Kiwanis International for his service to youth in the community. Paul enjoys playing sports, riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Peggy.

tcaldwell@jrcert.org

Tanner recently earned his Masters of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance degree from Western Governor’s University. He has numerous certifications including CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist – CSIS Stackable Certification, CompTIA Project+, EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH), and EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification.

In his spare time, Tanner enjoys the outdoors, playing soccer, and guitar.

jmurzyn@jrcert.org

Janet has served as the JRCERT Accreditation Services Coordinator since 2006. She is a lifelong Indiana resident and enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her very precious grandchildren!

mcruz@jrcert.org

Meagan has started as an Office Assistant with the JRCERT in July 2018, and was promoted to the Accreditation Services Assistant in November 2022. She was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs. She graduated from Downers Grove South High School in 2008. She is an avid sports fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Bears. Some of her hobbies include traveling to new places, listening to various genres of music, and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

jluczak@jrcert.org

Janet has been an Administrative Assistant with the JRCERT since October 2007. In addition to her regular duties, Janet assists with seminars/workshops hosted by the JRCERT and eLearning courses offered in the LINK Learning Management System. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree from Illinois State University.

lmiroballi@jrcert.org

Lisa joined the JRCERT as an Administrative Assistant in 2021. She comes to the team with over 15 years of business ownership experience, having owned and operated two local My Gym Children’s Fitness Center franchises in the Chicagoland area. Lisa was previously awarded “Franchisee of the Year” by My Gym Enterprises for four years over the course of her career. She has also worked extensively for the corporate office of My Gym as the lead curriculum team member which designs the programming for My Gyms globally. Lisa has also served on the Franchisee Advisory Board as the Midwest representative, collaborating with other owners and participating in strategic planning with the CEO. In her spare time, Lisa enjoys spending time with her two children, traveling, theatre, and is an avid game lover!

Tara joined the JRCERT as an Administrative Assistant in 2023. She brings over 20 years of support staff experience primarily working in the real estate and legal fields. Tara attended Eastern Michigan University for Elementary Education and moved to Chicago from Michigan in 2003. In her spare time, Tara manages her rental properties, exercises, and keeps busy with her friends and raising two energetic boys.