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Charlton Woodyard

Overview​

Charlton Woodyard is a professional contact met at the Coinbase summit in DC on May 14, 2025. He appears to be well-connected in DC and facilitated Gary's attendance at the Coinbase event. He has connections to criminal justice reform initiatives and is working on a project that leverages AI for legal processes, particularly for non-violent cases.

Background & Professional Details​

  • Based in Washington, DC and described as "the mayor" by others at the event
  • Connected to criminal justice reform initiatives
  • Working on a project to use AI to streamline legal processes for non-violent cases
  • Has connections to people involved with the First Step Act
  • Described himself as "a guy that's always been interested in good people doing good things"
  • Helped organize Gary's attendance at the Coinbase summit

Professional Focus​

  • Criminal justice reform through technology
  • AI applications in legal processes
  • Community building and networking
  • Possibly involved with a project called "20% project" related to reducing incarceration
  • Interest in Opportunity Zones policy

Connection to Gary​

  • Facilitated Gary's attendance at the Coinbase summit
  • Shared interest in using technology for social impact
  • Potential collaboration on AI projects
  • Seems to have a friendly and supportive relationship with Gary

Personal Insights​

  • Community-oriented approach to technology and innovation
  • Values bringing together "good people doing good things"
  • Appears to have strong local connections in DC
  • Mentioned having a family in the area
  • Referenced wearing "Mr. Rogers cardigan" earlier in the day

Potential Collaboration Areas​

  • AI applications in legal processes
  • Criminal justice reform initiatives
  • Connection to First Step Act funding opportunities ($720 million/year)
  • Networking with DC policy leaders
  • Technology for social impact projects

Key Quotes​

"I'm just a guy that's always been interested in good people doing good things."

"We're focusing on leveraging AI to get people through the bargaining process and to be able to go through cases, mainly non-violent cases."

"Friends. The key word and concept for the night. Friends."

Interactions​

  • 2025-05-14: Connected at Coinbase summit in DC. Introduced Gary to others at the event and discussed his AI project for criminal justice reform. Mentioned a meeting with a fundraiser about securing funding for the project.

Next Steps​

  • Follow up regarding his AI project for legal processes
  • Explore potential collaboration on criminal justice reform initiatives
  • Consider connections to First Step Act funding opportunities
  • Discuss potential technology partners for his AI initiative
  • Maintain the relationship as a key DC connection