NOBLE GREATER CLEVELAND
Leadership. Service. Community.
The Greater Cleveland Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives brings together leaders committed to public safety, professional excellence, and lasting community impact across Northeast Ohio.
OUR LEGACY
Since 1976
NOBLE has developed and advanced African American leaders in law enforcement through training, mentorship, national conferences, and executive leadership development.
LEADERSHIP • ACCOUNTABILITY • TRUST
WHO WE ARE
A Chapter Built on Leadership and Service
The Greater Cleveland Chapter of NOBLE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a community of leaders committed to service, accountability, and lasting impact across Northeast Ohio.
The chapter carries NOBLE’s national legacy forward at the local level by strengthening public safety, supporting professional growth, and building trust within the communities we serve.
Guided by faith and a deep admiration for justice, our work is grounded in principle and purpose and shaped by our responsibility to adhere to local and national constitutions and bylaws.
OUR FOUNDATION
What Guides Our Work
Our chapter advances NOBLE’s mission through three connected commitments.
01
Develop Leaders
We prepare and support law-enforcement professionals through mentorship, education, advanced training, and opportunities to grow into executive leadership.
02
Strengthen the Profession
We promote integrity, accountability, preparation, and high standards that strengthen our members and the public-safety profession.
03
Build Community Trust
We create meaningful dialogue, youth engagement, and partnerships that strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities we serve.
OUR VISION
Four Priorities for 2025 and Beyond
These priorities guide how we develop leaders, grow our chapter, engage young people, and strengthen public trust.
01
Developing Executive Leadership
We nurture the next generation of law-enforcement leaders through mentorship, professional development, and leadership training. By equipping our members with essential skills, we ensure they are ready to excel in their careers and contribute to systemic improvements in public safety.
02
Expanding and Diversifying Membership
A strong and effective organization benefits from diverse perspectives. We actively recruit law-enforcement professionals who share our commitment to fairness, fostering inclusive representation, and ensuring that our chapter reflects the communities we serve.
03
Engaging Youth and Strengthening Community Partnerships
Empowering young people is essential to building safer communities. Through outreach programs, educational initiatives, and strategic partnerships, we introduce youth to careers in law enforcement, develop their leadership potential, and foster positive relationships between officers and the community.
04
Strengthening Community Trust
Public safety depends on collaboration and mutual respect. We engage with community leaders, organizations, and residents to implement effective policing strategies, promote meaningful dialogue, and build trust between law enforcement and the people we serve.
Victor McDowell, Jr., M.A., SHRM-CP, CLEE
President Greater Cleveland Chapter of NOBLE
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome to NOBLE Greater Cleveland
As President of the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), I am honored to welcome you to our website.
Through advocacy, mentorship, and professional development, we provide our members with the support and resources they need to excel in their careers and serve their communities with integrity and excellence.
We invite you to explore our website, engage with our initiatives, and partner with us in fostering humility in policing while promoting fairness and justice for all.
I extend my deepest gratitude to our Executive Board for their unwavering commitment, our volunteers for their dedication, and our partners, Cuyahoga County Police Chiefs Association, Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police—including the CL3-Team Alliance—for their efforts in fostering critical conversations between law enforcement and youth.
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
Executive Board Members
Meet the leaders helping advance the mission of the Greater Cleveland Chapter of NOBLE.
Shawn T. Payne
Chapter First Vice President
Law-enforcement and security-operations leader with more than twenty years of experience, currently overseeing operations at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland.
Craig Ali
Chapter Second Vice President
Lorain County Sheriff’s Office deputy with more than twenty-five years of law-enforcement, corrections, justice-system, and higher-education leadership experience.
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Reginald Lanton
Chapter Recording Secretary
Cleveland Division of Police sergeant with nineteen years of progressive experience, including detective, academy instructor, and public-information roles.
LaKisha Smith
Chapter Corresponding Secretary
Cleveland Division of Police officer with nearly eighteen years of service and current responsibilities as a training coordinator in the 5th District Missing Persons Division.
Shanetta Harris
Chapter Treasurer
Public-sector finance professional with more than a decade of experience in budget administration, financial oversight, regulatory compliance, and fiduciary stewardship.
Yvette LaPrade
Chapter Financial Secretary
City of Maple Heights finance specialist with extensive experience in municipal operations, payroll, financial management, and public service.
Shonisha Boley
Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms
Criminal-justice professional with more than eleven years of federal and state law-enforcement experience and specialized crisis-intervention training.
Pastor Michael Murphy, Sr.
Chapter Chaplain
Senior Pastor of Prevail Church with more than forty-four years of ministry experience and a long record of chaplaincy, mentorship, grief support, and service to law enforcement.
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Greater Cleveland Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives