NOBLE Greater Cleveland Chapter

10/08/2025

Headed to the IACP Conference?
Be sure to attend the NOBLE Reception where you can connect with fellow law enforcement leaders, and expand your network.

10/03/2025

Attendees were honored to celebrate Chief Clayton Harris for more than 30 years of exemplary service as Chief of the Cuyahoga Community College Police Department. Throughout his distinguished career, he served on numerous boards across Ohio, including as President of the Greater Cleveland Chapter of NOBLE. His legacy of leadership and commitment to community will live on through the Chief Clayton Harris Badge of Honor Scholarship, inspiring future generations to follow in his footsteps.

10/01/2025

09/21/2025

We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended Chief Perkins' swearing-in ceremony. Your presence made this milestone moment even more meaningful and was a testament to the unity and support within our law enforcement community.

09/11/2025

"Our democracy can only thrive when we honor differences through words and ballots, not through threats or bloodshed.”
- Victor McDowell, Jr., President, Greater Cleveland Chapter of NOBLE

09/10/2025

Who’s Who in Black Cleveland celebrates and highlights the achievements of African Americans across the city. Congratulations to our distinguished NOBLE members!
Victor McDowell, Jr., President of the Greater Cleveland NOBLE Chapter – Most Influential; Sheriff Clifford Pinkney (Ret.) – Most Influential; Craig Ali– Honoree. Their achievements highlight the powerful impact of leadership, service, and commitment to our community. -National Organization of Black Law Enforcement ExecutivesNational Organization of Black Law Enforcement

09/08/2025

Chief Courtenay Perkins
Solon Police Department, Ohio

Chief Courtenay Perkins is a 15-year veteran of the Solon Police Department. Prior to his promotion to Chief, he served as Patrol Operations Lieutenant and Director of Training. Throughout his career, Chief Perkins has led numerous community engagement initiatives, including the Police Explorers Program, the Citizens Academy, the Crime Prevention Program, Community Conversations, and educational lectures at Solon High School. He also served for eight years as a member of the Valley Enforcement SWAT Team and has been a highly regarded field training officer and in-service instructor across multiple disciplines.

Before joining the Solon Police Department, Chief Perkins served with the Hubbard Township Police Department and the Youngstown State University Police Department. He is also a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.

Chief Perkins holds a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Eastern Washington University. He serves as a Police Academy Commander and Instructor for Kent State University and as an Instructor at Youngstown State University.

Beyond his professional career, Chief Perkins is dedicated to his family and community. He and his wife are the proud parents of six children, three of whom were adopted through foster care. In his personal time, he is devoted to his faith, enjoys being present with his family, coaches youth athletics, and serves actively in his church.

09/05/2025

Video: Delray Beach, Florida appoints Darrell Hunter as new Police Chief! Chief Hunter is also a distinguished graduate of the NOBLE CEO Mentoring Program, a premier initiative that develops and equips senior law enforcement leaders nationwide. His participation and successful completion of this program stand as a testament to both his commitment to excellence in leadership and the program’s proven impact on advancing executive-level readiness.

Darrell Hunter, with nearly 19 years of service in the Delray Beach Police Department, has been named the new police chief, focusing on officer retention and community engagement.

08/22/2025

Photo highlights from the 49th NOBLE National Conference. Browse the images and be sure to tag colleagues and connections in your network!

08/20/2025

While you focus on sharpening your leadership skills at the NOBLE National Conference, your spouse or significant other can enjoy their own exciting sessions. From inspiring speakers and behind-the-scenes tours to shopping, networking, and evening events, it’s a unique opportunity to explore the world of law enforcement together.

Photos from the Negro Black Police Officers Precinct.

08/20/2025

49th. NOBLE National Conference Highlight!

Introducing Leon Ford.
At 19 years old, Pittsburgh Police Officers shot him five times in a tragic case of mistaken identity that left him wheelchair bound.

Guess what? Instead of turning away from law enforcement, he became one of its strongest advocates.

Leon is the Co-Founder of The Hear Foundation, Pittsburgh’s first nonprofit solely dedicated to building trust and safety through collaboration between the community and law enforcement.

For the past two years he has raised funds and committed his energy to bringing youth to NOBLE’s Annual Training Conference, creating spaces for meaningful dialogue with officers.

Through an essay competition in Pittsburgh Public Schools, students share why they aspire to become police officers, and those selected earn the opportunity of a lifetime to learn, engage, and shape the future of policing.

Leon Ford is living proof that healing, resilience, and partnership can transform tragedy into purpose. NOBLE -National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives

08/20/2025

A notable commitment from NOBLE member, Chief Wayne Hudson of the Shaker Heights Police Department.

For the second consecutive year, the Shaker Heights Police Department sponsored six officers, from all ranks with at least one year of service, to attend the national conference as part of their professional development.