NABNA Conference 2005, "A Grand Success"
Conference Recap
The 2005 National Association of Black Narcotics
Agents (NABNA) Conference was held July 11-15,
2005 at the Grand Hyatt Regency Hotel, located at
Park Avenue at Grand Central, New York, NY. The
conference was a "Grand Success" due to the
diligence and determination of the New
York Chapter.
On Monday July 11, 2005, the conference began with
an enlightening opening ceremony. Representatives
from the State and City of New York welcomed
NABNA and Conference participants to the city of
New York. Representatives from DEA, ATF, Districts
from the United States Attorney's Offices, and
District Attorney's Offices provided sincere welcoming
messages to the attendees. Former DEA New York
Special Agent in Charge, Lewis Rice and National
Association of Black Law Enforcement Executives
President, Clarence Edwards were highlights of the
ceremony with their words of encouragement and
inspiration.
Mr. Gordon Gram's presentation on "Risk
Management" was the prelude to a week filled with
outstanding training provided by the New York
Chapter and National Officers. Mr. Gram Captivated
attendees with his knowledge and expertise. In
addition to Mr. Gram, the conference training agenda
included financial drug investigations, internet drug
investigations, counter terrorist investigations, street
gangs, identity theft, Title III investigations, career
building, and much more.
On July 13, 2005, Drug Enforcement Administration
Administrator Karen P. Tandy served as the Keynote
Speaker during the conference luncheon. Mrs. Tandy
discussed her vision as DEA Administrator and
recognized several NABNA members for their valor
and dedication to DEA. Mrs. Tandy emphasized the
critical role of drug law enforcement in providing a
drug free environment for our youth and their
development as future leaders.
The Week was also filled with motivation and
inspiration provided through the words of Dr. Luther
Gunther. Dr. Gunther captivated the audience with
his eloquent overview of the many accomplishments
and contributions of African Americans to the arts,
sciences, and development of the nation.
In closing, special thanks to the New York Chapter
for their hospitality. The scenic bus tour from Times
Square, around Central Park and through Harlem,
hotel accommodations, and the spectacle of bright
evenings on Times Square were "Awsome."
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