BDPA (http://www.bdpa.org) recognizes Prudential Financial, Inc (www.prudential.com), a global financial services leader, as a Gold Level Corporate Sponsor. Other Gold Level sponsors with over $50,000 commitment to BDPA are Eli Lilly, Johnson & Johnson, Mayo Clinic and Oracle.

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MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
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National BDPA Recognizes Prudential as Gold Level Sponsor
[Largo MD, July 12, 2010] - BDPA (http://www.bdpa.org) recognizes Prudential Financial, Inc
(www.prudential.com), a global financial services leader, as a Gold Level Corporate Sponsor. Other
Gold Level sponsors with over $50,000 commitment to BDPA are Eli Lilly, Johnson & Johnson,
Mayo Clinic and Oracle.
BDPA, a national organization, is the premier organization for African Americans in Information
Technology (IT). Founded in 1975, BDPA is celebrating a 30-year commitment to closing the
digital divide. "We are very pleased to recognize the outstanding contributions that Prudential has
made to BDPA," said National BDPA President, Yvette Graham. “In this economy, many African
Americans in technology are concerned about opportunities for both employment and
advancement. It is important to recognize exceptional companies like Prudential that have
provided African Americans with challenging and fulfilling career opportunities in Information
Technology.”
With a history of more than 130 years, Prudential’s unwavering commitment to helping their
customers during every phase of their lives has been evident, from saving to protecting their
assets, to converting their customer’s money into a guaranteed stream of income in retirement, to
transferring their client’s wealth to loved ones. Symbolized by a Rock, Prudential’s Brand is an icon
of relevance, expertise, and strength that has stood the test of time.
“I am proud to work for Prudential, a company which values diversity and is always willing provide
assistance to others. During the past ten years Prudential has been a stronger supporter of the
BDPA organization both on the National Level and Local Chapter Level”, stated Coram J. Rimes,
BDPA New Jersey Chapter President.
About BDPA
Founded in 1975 by Earl Pace and the late David Wimberly, BDPA is a global member focused
organization that serves the professional well-being of its stakeholders. BDPA remains committed
to excellence and providing a wide spectrum of resources to members, corporate sponsors,
businesses, educational institutions and the African American community. The organization is a
catalyst for professional growth and technical development for those in the IT industry. With over 50
chapters across the United States, the BDPA is the premier organization for African Americans in
technology.
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