This is 23-page presentation created by BDPA Detroit chapter as part of corporate sales presentation to General Motors.

1. PORTFOLIO
January, 2013

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Portfolio Review
TechTown
440 Burroughs Suite 15
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 451- 4770
www.bdpa-detroit.org
Beverly A. Moore, MBA, PMP
BDPA Detroit Chapter President

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Executive Board
Left to right – Clifford Samuels Jr., Michelle Morgan, Loraine Steward-David, Beverly A. Moore, Leslie Hampton. Matthew
Gillery, Jenelle Hale (not pictured)

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BDPA National Organization
History and Purpose
• Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) is a not-for-profit
professional association founded in 1975 in Philadelphia, PA.
Earl Pace and the late David Wimberly founded BDPA in
May of 1975. BDPA was formed out of a concern shared by
both men that minorities were not adequately represented in
the information technology industry.
• The purpose of BDPA is to promote advancement of
minorities in technology related fields
• The first BDPA chapter was organized in Philadelphia, PA.
The Detroit was the fifth chapter, organized in 1981
• BDPA has grown into a national organization with over 40
chapters throughout the United States.
Earl A. Pace Jr.
National BDPA Co-Founder

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BDPA Detroit Chapter
OBJECTIVES
• To promote the growth, expertise of
minorities in information technology related
fields and provide leadership, community
support and career advancement for its
members.
• To offer profession development and
technical career expertise to those
interested in information technology
opportunities.
• To broaden the knowledge of the IT
Professional and the community as a
whole, by participating in activities directly
related to Information technology as a way
of bridging the digital divide.
MEMBERSHIP
• Broad spectrum of Information Technology
Professionals from the classroom to the
Boardroom
• Membership is welcomed without regard to
race, sex, religious beliefs or national
origin
• Composed of major corporations
representing wide range of career tracks
– IT Professionals
– Entrepreneurs
– Consultants
– Students
The Detroit Chapter was chartered February 1981 is currently the 10th
largest BDPA chapter with 46 members.
STRUCTURE
• Governed by Board of Directors
• 2 Elected Officers
• 8 Appointed Directors
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY
• Funded by corporate sponsors, membership
dues, funding events and donations

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Activities
Monthly information Exchange Meetings -Timeframe: Every 3rd Thursday,
6:30 – 8:30 pm (except July and August)
– These meetings are held for information sharing, networking and center around formal
presentations in leading edge technology
• January 2013 – Microsoft Windows 8
• February 2013 – Networking 2013: Using Social Media in your Job Search
• March 2013 – ITIL in the Cloud
• April 2013 – AGILE: IBM presents - Software Development Tool
• May 2013 – AGILE : Rally Software presents - Agile deployments in a global environment
• June 2013 – Entrepreneurship (2-Day Workshop)
• July 2013 – BDPA Detroit Annual Picnic
• Aug 2013 – National BDPA Convention Washington DC
• Sept 2013 – BDPA Recruiter’s Roundtable
• Oct 2013 – Corporate Security - BYOD
• November – 2013 - Mainframes…Dead or Alive
• December – 2013 – Holiday Mixer/Membership Drive

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Activities
Professional Community Outreach and Fund Raising Events: Timeframe:
Quarterly
– 1st
Annual Whirlyball outing for Detroit Board HSCC program students
– Annual Bowling Fundraiser
– Annual Picnic
– Annual Holiday Mixer
Technical Community Outreach Events - Timeframe: Continuous
– Seminars, workshops held on a variety of topics
– Black Family Technology Awareness Week Events – Black History Month – February
– BDPA Discotech events to raise the awareness of IT in the minority communities - ongoing
• Focus Hope joint events
• Training on Android Applications, Apple Tablets
• Computer check up event (virus scan and cleaning)
• Technical expos booths – Yes Expo
• Group Tours – Makerspace

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Activities
BDPA SITES / HSCC Open House –
Timeframe: January
• Sponsored by the BDPA Detroit Chapter corporate sponsor
Compuware, at this event, we enroll new and returning
students into the HSCC training program which is related to
participation in the BDPA National Computer Competition
and other educational programs at the National conference.
• This year we have 10 students enrolled in HSCC from
University Prep Science and Math and Chandler Park
Academy.
Detroit Chapter HSCC Bowling Fundraiser
and Whirlyball Outing – Timeframe: April
• Sponsored by BDPA Detroit Chapter, to raise awareness of
our HSCC Program and to help fund the HSCC Program.

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Activities
HSCC Regional Competition - Timeframe:
June
• Sponsored by the BDPA Detroit Chapter Corporate
Advisory Council, this event is in preparation for
the National HSCC.
BDPA Annual Picnic - Timeframe: July
• Sponsored in collaboration with Detroit
Professional Infinity Group as an opportunity to
network with our corporate sponsors and diverse
professionals. Detroit Professional Infinity Group
is a professional organization made up of like
minded professional from other business sectors.

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Activities
HSCC National Competition - Timeframe:
August
• Sponsored by the BDPA Detroit Chapter Corporate
Advisory Council, This event is where we send a
team of 3 - 10 students to the participate in the
National HSCC and other educational programs at
the BDPA National conference.
Annual Holiday Mixer – Timeframe: December
• Sponsored in collaboration with Detroit Professional
Infinity Group as an opportunity to network with our
corporate sponsors and diverse professionals.
Detroit Professional Infinity Group is a professional
organization made up of like minded professional
from other business sectors.

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Achievements
2012
– 30 Year Anniversary Detroit Chapter
2011
– 2nd
Place National Conference High School Computer Competition Winner
– 1st Place Midwest Regional High School Computer Competition
2010
– 4th
Place National Conference High School Computer Competition Winner
2009
– 2nd
Place National Conference High School Computer Competition Winner
2007
– 4th
Place National Conference High School Computer Competition Winner
– 2nd
and 3rd
Place Midwest Regional High School Computer Competition

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CAC
The BDPA Detroit Chapter CAC was re-established in January 2012 and is comprised of corporate
representatives who have joined in support and sponsorship of BDPA Detroit Chapter programs and
activities. The CAC functions as an advisory board to the Detroit Chapter Board of Directors.
Members of the CAC determine membership in the CAC and provide advice and counsel to the
President and officers of BDPA, The CAC meets as bi annually to advise and support strategic
direction of the Detroit chapter.
OBJECTIVES
• Assist with the development of strategies that promoted longevity for the Detroit chapter in meeting
it’s fundamental goals and objectives as set by the national organization and the Detroit chapter
leadership.
• Serve as a sounding board for ideas and programs
• Provide business leadership to enables the organization to function effectively
MEMBERSHIP
• The CAC is comprised of senior management from corporations who have expressed interest in
BDPA Detroit’s purpose, objectives and activities. Membership is by invitation of the Corporate
Advisory Council.
Corporate Advisory Council (CAC) Profile

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BDPA 2013 National Technology Conference
35th National BDPA Technology Conference
"Diverse Opportunities in the Age of Convergence"
• The BDPA national conference held in August is an annual forum dedicated to joining IT
Professionals with the latest technology advances, and career and professional development
opportunities.
• The mission is to provide access to the most innovative concepts in emerging technologies, theories,
research and education.
• Full registration to this event includes two day career fair with fortune 500 employers, access to
leading edge workshops and seminars, plenary sessions, opening ceremony and awards gala,
conference guide, conference proceedings and a souvenir conference bag.
• Corporations, IT professionals and subject matter experts can participate at the conference in
various levels of sponsorship and as keynote speakers, panel participants and workshop presenters.

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BDPA Corporate Chapter Program
Corporate Participation Continuum
Corporate sponsors not only offer financial support but also participate in programs developed to
enhance the technical and professional skills of the community. An investment in BDPA creates
positive impact and exposure to a technically diverse membership of African American Information
technology professionals and students.
• The fundamental objectives are to:
– Attract exceptionally talented and skilled potential employees from the classroom to the
boardroom
– Provide membership opportunities to diverse employees through the corporation
– Engage in tactful joint technology initiatives
– Support our mentoring and Internship programs
– Provide opportunities to participate in community service activities and events
– Develop leadership and management through volunteerism
– Enhance pride in the corporation through showcasing talented presenters at BDPA events
– Increase BDPA membership and national conference participation

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
CORPORATECORPORATE
SPONSORSPONSOR
CORPORATECORPORATE
SPONSORSPONSOR
CORPORATECORPORATE
SUPPORTERSUPPORTER
CORPORATECORPORATE
SUPPORTERSUPPORTER
$10,000$10,000
$15,000$15,000
$25,000$25,000
$50,000$50,000
$100,000$100,000
$5,000$5,000
$2,500$2,500

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• Ala carte selection package from NationalAla carte selection package from National
Conference Offering ($25,000)Conference Offering ($25,000)
• GM BDPA delegation to National ConferenceGM BDPA delegation to National Conference
and Career Fair ($15,000)and Career Fair ($15,000)
• National Conference Leadership ReceptionNational Conference Leadership Reception
package ($2,000)package ($2,000)
• Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($2,500)Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($2,500)
• SITES Scholarship Fund ($20,000)SITES Scholarship Fund ($20,000)
• SITES Program Cost ($17,000)SITES Program Cost ($17,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($6,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($6,000)
• Professional and Community Events ($10,000)Professional and Community Events ($10,000)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
• Ala carte selection package from NationalAla carte selection package from National
Conference Offering ($25,000)Conference Offering ($25,000)
• GM BDPA delegation to National ConferenceGM BDPA delegation to National Conference
and Career Fair ($15,000)and Career Fair ($15,000)
• National Conference Leadership ReceptionNational Conference Leadership Reception
package ($2,000)package ($2,000)
• Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($2,500)Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($2,500)
• SITES Scholarship Fund ($20,000)SITES Scholarship Fund ($20,000)
• SITES Program Cost ($17,000)SITES Program Cost ($17,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($6,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($6,000)
• Professional and Community Events ($10,000)Professional and Community Events ($10,000)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the community
3. Chose from vast array of national conference events
and sponsorships including Golf Outing packages
4. Joint Career Fair and Sites Program booths at National
Conference
5. National Leadership Reception package at the National
Conference
6. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
7. Article in BDPA Today
8. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by Detroit
Chapter
9. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
10. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
11. Press release announcing sponsorship
12. Access to chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other corporate
announcements
13. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
14. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the community
3. Chose from vast array of national conference events
and sponsorships including Golf Outing packages
4. Joint Career Fair and Sites Program booths at National
Conference
5. National Leadership Reception package at the National
Conference
6. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
7. Article in BDPA Today
8. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by Detroit
Chapter
9. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
10. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
11. Press release announcing sponsorship
12. Access to chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other corporate
announcements
13. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
14. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
$100,000 Platinum
Corporate Sponsor Package
Platinum Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• GM BDPA delegation to National ConferenceGM BDPA delegation to National Conference
($14,500)($14,500)
• National Leadership Reception packageNational Leadership Reception package
($2000)($2000)
• Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($1500)Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($1500)
• SITES Scholarship Fund ($5,000)SITES Scholarship Fund ($5,000)
• SITES Program Cost ($18,000)SITES Program Cost ($18,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($3,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($3,000)
• Professional and Community Events ($3,500)Professional and Community Events ($3,500)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
• GM BDPA delegation to National ConferenceGM BDPA delegation to National Conference
($14,500)($14,500)
• National Leadership Reception packageNational Leadership Reception package
($2000)($2000)
• Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($1500)Dinner with Detroit SITES Team ($1500)
• SITES Scholarship Fund ($5,000)SITES Scholarship Fund ($5,000)
• SITES Program Cost ($18,000)SITES Program Cost ($18,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($3,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($3,000)
• Professional and Community Events ($3,500)Professional and Community Events ($3,500)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the community
3. Joint Career Fair and Sites Program activities at
National Conference
4. National Leadership Reception package at the
National Conference
5. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by Detroit
Chapter
6. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
7. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
8. Article in BDPA Today
9. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
10. Access to chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
11. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
12. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the community
3. Joint Career Fair and Sites Program activities at
National Conference
4. National Leadership Reception package at the
National Conference
5. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by Detroit
Chapter
6. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
7. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
8. Article in BDPA Today
9. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
10. Access to chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
11. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
12. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
$50,000 Gold
Corporate Sponsor Package
Gold Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($2,500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($2,500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($15,000)HSCC Program Cost ($15,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($3,000)($3,000)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($2,500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($2,500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($15,000)HSCC Program Cost ($15,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($3,000)($3,000)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,50025 Full Memberships ($2,500))
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by
Detroit chapter
4. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
5. Article in BDPA Today
6. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
7. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
8. Press release announcing sponsorship
9. Usage of chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
10. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
11. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Sponsor Workshop or Reception hosted by
Detroit chapter
4. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
5. Article in BDPA Today
6. Recognition at monthly IE and other major event
7. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org)
8. Press release announcing sponsorship
9. Usage of chapter email distribution channels to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
10. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting)
11. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
$25,000 Silver
Corporate Sponsor Package
Silver Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($1,500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($1,500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($8,000)HSCC Program Cost ($8,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($2,500)($2,500)
• 10 Full Memberships ($1,000)10 Full Memberships ($1,000)
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($1,500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($1,500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($8,000)HSCC Program Cost ($8,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($2,500)($2,500)
• 10 Full Memberships ($1,000)10 Full Memberships ($1,000)
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Recognition at monthly and other major event
6. Press release announcing sponsorship
7. Usage of chapter email distribution systems to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
8. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting Database)
9. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Interview BDPA Internet Radio Show
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA Detroit
Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Recognition at monthly and other major event
6. Press release announcing sponsorship
7. Usage of chapter email distribution systems to
communicate career opportunities and other
corporate announcements
8. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job System (Job
Posting Database)
9. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
$15,000 Bronze Plus
Corporate Sponsor Package
Bronze Plus Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• HSCC Program Cost ($5,000)HSCC Program Cost ($5,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($2,000)($2,000)
• 10 Full Memberships ($1,000)10 Full Memberships ($1,000)
• HSCC Program Cost ($5,000)HSCC Program Cost ($5,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community EventsProfessional and Community Events
($2,000)($2,000)
• 10 Full Memberships ($1,000)10 Full Memberships ($1,000)
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority
IT Professionals from the classroom to
the boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-
Detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
4. Recognition at monthly IE and other
major event
5. Press release announcing sponsorship
6. Usage of chapter email distribution
systems to communicate career
opportunities and other corporate
announcements
7. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job
System (Job Posting)
8. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter
Student Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority
IT Professionals from the classroom to
the boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-
Detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
4. Recognition at monthly IE and other
major event
5. Press release announcing sponsorship
6. Usage of chapter email distribution
systems to communicate career
opportunities and other corporate
announcements
7. Access to BDPA Detroit Chapter Job
System (Job Posting)
8. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter
Student Programs
$10,000 Bronze
Corporate Sponsor Package
Bronze Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($3,500)HSCC Program Cost ($3,500)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($1,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($1,000)
• 5 Full Memberships ($500)5 Full Memberships ($500)
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($500)HSCC Scholarship Fund ($500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($3,500)HSCC Program Cost ($3,500)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($1,000)Chapter Program Expenses ($1,000)
• 5 Full Memberships ($500)5 Full Memberships ($500)
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Recognition at monthly IE and other major
event
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Press release announcing sponsorship
6. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Recognition at monthly IE and other major
event
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Press release announcing sponsorship
6. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
$5,000
Corporate Sponsor Package
Corporate Sponsor Package:

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
• HSCC Operating Expense ($1,800)HSCC Operating Expense ($1,800)
• Chapter Operating Expenses ($500)Chapter Operating Expenses ($500)
• 2 Full Memberships ($200)2 Full Memberships ($200)
• HSCC Operating Expense ($1,800)HSCC Operating Expense ($1,800)
• Chapter Operating Expenses ($500)Chapter Operating Expenses ($500)
• 2 Full Memberships ($200)2 Full Memberships ($200)
$2,500
Corporate Supporter Package
Corporate Supporter Package:
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Recognition at monthly IE and other major
event
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-
Detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Usage of chapter email distribution systems
to communicate career opportunities and
other corporate announcements
6. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs
1. Positive impact on the careers of minority IT
Professionals from the classroom to the
boardroom
2. Increased technology awareness in the
community
3. Recognition at monthly IE and other major
event
4. Includes Corporate Partners link on BDPA
Detroit Chapter Website:
(http://www.bdpa-
Detroit.org/corpPartners.htm)
5. Usage of chapter email distribution systems
to communicate career opportunities and
other corporate announcements
6. Participation in BDPA Detroit Chapter Student
Programs

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BDPA Detroit Chapter Sponsorship Packages
$25,000 Silver Corporate Sponsor Package
• HSCC Scholarship Fund ($2,500)
• HSCC Program Cost ($15,000)
• Chapter Program Expenses ($2,000)
• Professional and Community Events ($3,000)
• 25 Full Memberships ($2,500)
GM Liaison to facilitate activities and communications
• Communication and joint events with GM minority forum
• Assistance in finding SME to participate in BDPA presenter forums and events
• GM and BDPA Detroit joint information booth at national conference
• GM Executive participate in bi annual CAC meetings
• Networking opportunities for BPDA students and entrepreneurs
At additional cost - we recommend:
GM and BDPA Detroit have a joint Career Fair Information booth at the National Conference ($15,000)
Lunch Plenary Session package as an opportunity for an Executive Speaker ($15,000)
General Motors Corporation (GM)