2026 Summer Public Defense Conference

TaShun Bowden-Lewis, Esq. is a criminal defense expert, esteemed speaker, personal & executive coach, catalyst for change, and the CEO & Founder of The Bowden-Lewis Consulting Group, LLC. With almost 30 years dedicated to working in public defense, culminating in her historic 2022 appointment as the first Black Chief Public Defender for the State of Connecticut, she is an experienced transformative leader with the business acumen and community-focused mindset to deliver results through discipline, integrity, and perseverance. TaShun has been recognized and lauded for leadership, community outreach, and commitment to DEIBAJ initiatives. She is a mentor, workshop facilitator, and trainer.