January marks a change in leadership for the DFT. Taking the reins of the presidency is Lakia Wilson-Lumpkins. Assisting her in the office will be Jason Posey, a former organizer who has been nominated by the executive board to serve as executive vice-president. Elena Brantley-Phillips is returning as Recording Secretary and stepping into the Treasurer's role is Rodney Fresh. Joining incumbent Executive Board Members Lisa Card, Samantha Hoskin, Crystal Lee, Dwan McGrady, Sarah Niemi, Dashmire Sadiku and Marcus Walton are newcomers Marva Needham-Fletcher, Jeff Wasilewski and Everette Whitfield. The three trustees are Cassandra Davis, Mark Duffy and Kaira Gandy.
