Trained to fight, built to win. The Ohio National Guard is always ready to deter, defend and dominate. From high-intensity training to real-world operations, we stand prepared to answer the call — anytime, anywhere. ~ ALWAYS READY, ALWAYS THERE.
Governor
Mike DeWine
The Governor is the commander in chief of the Ohio National Guard and, as such, has the authority to activate the Ohio National Guard to support and assist local authorities during state emergencies or for homeland defense.
Adjutant General
Brigadier General Matthew S. Woodruff
The adjutant general is a member of the governor’s cabinet and is responsible for the command of the Ohio Army National Guard, Ohio Air National Guard and State Defense Force. The adjutant general supervises the heads of these components in the day-to-day operation and management of the readiness, fiscal, personnel, equipment and real property resources of the agency.