CMAC - The National Black Prosecutors Association

NBPA Charlotte President, Brandon Boykin, enjoyed speaking with Elon Law Students at their “Trailblazing Paths” panel. Thank you for having us!

As we reflect on Black History Month and Black people who have sought change and equality, Assistant District Attorney Lashieka Hardin (pictured top left) says she is inspired by former Assistant District Attorney Gabrielle “Gabi” Kelly (pictured top right.) “Although our time at the Mecklenburg County DA’s Office just barely overlapped, I was inspired by Gabi’s work ethic, leadership, and kind spirit,” Hardin said. While at the DA’s Office, Kelly was known by others to be kind, resourceful, and a mentor to many all while being excellent at her job. Gabi Kelly served as a prosecutor on the Homicide, Crimes Against Persons, Property, Domestic Violence Appeals, Misdemeanor Appeals, and Misdemeanor Teams. She also served as a team supervisor for the Misdemeanor Appeals Team and as the team leader of the Habitual Felon Team. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Kelly founded the Charlotte Metropolitan Area Chapter of the National Black Prosecutors Association where Black prosecutors in Charlotte’s state and federal offices, as well as black prosecutors from across the state, came together in a time of crisis to reflect and foster community. Through Kelly’s leadership in starting the organization, ADA Hardin was recently elected and sworn-in as Vice-President of the local chapter (pictured bottom) and gets to work with other state and federal prosecutors to serve the community and help inspire others to become prosecutors.

CMAC NBPA members enjoyed celebrating Black History Month over dinner with the Black Law Student Association at Elon University Law School’s new Charlotte location. We hope to continue strengthening our network and relationship with these students for years to come!

Yesterday, we celebrated the first woman and person of color U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, Dena King!

Thank you for everyone who attended. We had an amazing night and one that we all will remember forever! Such a fitting way to end January and bring in Black History Month! 🖤

Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Executive Board Members: President, Brandon Boykin; Vice- President, Lashieka Hardin; and Secretary, Janice Powers.

Thank you U.S. Attorney Dena King and First Assistant U.S. Attorney Lawrence Cameron for assisting with the swearing in.

The Charlotte Metro Area Chapter Executive Board Members honored the First Assistant United States Attorney today for his leadership, mentorship, and service during 2022-2025.

Pictured: Charlotte Metro Area President, Brandon Boykin, and First Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, Lawrence Cameron.

Join us in celebrating the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, Dena King, on January 31st. Tickets are limited.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1147175596089?aff=oddtdtcreator