1. New York Chapter March 2011 "“Envisioning the Future – Collaboration, Cooperation, and Commitment”.
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4. About BDPA January 2011 BDPA is non-profit organization that advances the careers of African Americans in the Information Technology industry from the Classroom to the Boardroom. Membership consists of programmers, analysts, entrepreneurs, consultants, managers, telecommunications specialists, executives, data security, technical writers, network administrators, educators and so on.
5. BDPA Mission/Vision January 2011 BDPA is a member-focused organization that exists to provide professional development program, services, and community outreach to position its members at the forefront of the information technology industry Our vision: To be a powerful advocate for our stakeholders’ interest within the global technology industry
21. January 2011 Contact Information Web Site: http://www.bdpa-ny.org Contact: Renetta English, President [email_address] Office: BDPA New York Murray Hill Station P.O. Box 808 New York, NY 10156 Phone: 212-802-5341
“ We’re a service organization that advances IT professionals’, entrepreneurs’ and students’ careers from the classroom to the boardroom through education, mentoring, services and business networking that enhance innovation, technical skills, business savvy and personal growth.”
BETF is a 501 (c) 3 educational organization. Gifts and contributions to BETF are tax deductible. Most BDPA local chapters carry 501 (c) 6 status.
Corporate ROI National Programs/Services – Resume database, digital library, IT Institute, newsletter ads, web banner or Bemley Scholarship fund. Local Chapter Programs/Services – Monthly program meeting, quarterly workshops, newsletter ads, web banner or memberships. Annual Conference – Career Fair, Speaking Opportunity, Receptions, Conference Guide advertisements or workshop presenters. Examples Microsoft Ubs Pool Resume database Job listings
Join BDPA to advance your career in IT. – Business Analyst – Leading an organization… etc.. Through BDPA, help shape and guide the next generation of IT professionals. Participate in BDPA at the community level to bridge the digital divide Career Center Free resume job posting/access in BDPA Job & Resume Career Database Professional Career Coaches, initial session free or discounted sessions Access to BDPA Career Fair and Technology Expo Entrepreneur Advisory Group BDPA Information Network The BDPA Journal Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information Technology magazine HP Computer Discounts/Friends and Family Program BDPA Community Blog Members Only Blog Member Search Communication Forums HP link to the website.. To get discount on products
offer STEM Programs: It Showcase, YTC (Youth Technology Camp) and High School Computer Competition (HSCC) IT showcase - allows student presenters from all the US to showcase their research papers by presenting and demonstrating their research. Presentations will represent advanced computing topics are: smart toys, machine learning, genetic algorithms, wearable computing technologies. HSCC - designed to introduce our youth to the IT by exposing them to a working knowledge of IT world and at the conference showcase their technical talent on computerized written exams, oral questions and development of web application using tools such as ASP, .Net, Java, PHP or mySql. Like the real world are given a business problem to solve in 7 to 8 hours and present their solutions to judges YTC - students attend workshops on Personal and Academic Development, Youth Entpreneurship. participate in corporate sponsored luncheons and receptions, networking with IT professionals Mentors Technical, Presentation and Writing Skills
Partnership with a local college or sponsor Location to host IT Showcase Funding Student Programs Special Events Students High School and College Volunteers **Student Internships needed for our new IT Showcase Students
Date – February 26, 2011 Location - Abundant Life Ministries, 32 E98 Street, BK, NY Topics Cyber Bullying Gaming – Focus Math and Science Skills Information Technology Careers in the Military Financial Literacy for young people and adults CyberSecurity 2010 – presentations in schools, churches, and senior centers… pool of future members etc..
March 2011 Federal Contracts for Small Business Owners April 2011 Role of Information Technology and the Census Net neutrality - How will it effect my Internet Access? September 2011 Health and Information Technology November 2011 Mobile Technology *visit web site.. Looking for location to host Information Technology in Emergency Management Symposium April 2011 Topics Understanding the attributes of an ideal emergency information system Building Strategic Partnerships with local, state, tribal, and federal governments; critical infrastructure facilities; voluntary, faith, and community-based organizations; private and nonprofit sectors; academia; and professional associations. Engaging Educational Programs and Internships – Preparing the Next Generation Advancing Career Development – Employment Opportunities – Job Placement Referrals Focusing on Technology Awareness – Community Outreach- Closing the digital access between black families and technology Identifying new technology trends, digital technology and cyber security Employment and Branding Forum co-sponsoring with NAAAHR – National Association of African American in HR June 2011
Networking Opportunities Monthly Meeting and Sponsors Location Meet and Greet CIO / CTO Forum looking for a sponsor National Conference August 3rd – 6th, 2011 Summer Fundraiser Scholarship and Sponsor Recognition Dinner -- looking for a Sponsor September 2011
Hand out form Registration TypeEarly BirdNormalLate/Onsite Full Member$350.00$500.00$650.00 Non Member$450.00$600.00$750.00 Student$250.00$250.00$250.00Chaperone/Coordinator$250.00$250.00$250.00
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