BDPA Detroit chapter president Beverly Moore led a discussion with her chapter members in January 2012 to discuss the vision and plans for the upcoming calendar year. This is the .ppt deck used during that presentation.

1. BLACK DATA PROCESSING
ASSOCIATES (BDPA)
Detroit Chapter
2012 – 2013 BDPA Detroit Vision

2. 2012 – 2013 BDPA Detroit Vision
1. About BDPA
2. National BDPA
3. Detroit Strategic Objective
4. Member Benefits
5. Corporate Benefits
6. Next Steps
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3. About BDPA
Founded in 1975
Mission
BDPA is a global member focused technology organization that delivers
programs and services for the professional well-being of its stakeholders
Vision
Be a powerful advocate for our stakeholders’ interests within the
global technology industry
Programs
Advancing careers from the classroom to the boardroom
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4. 2012 – 2013 BDPA Detroit Vision
Strategy Objectives
Bring Back the Magic
Operational Organization Member Value
Clean Up Transformation Proposition
• Constancy
monthly IE • Increased • Delivery and
meetings Membership and execution of
Member programs and
• Automations participation services for all
and Innovation stakeholders
• Increased
• Market participation and
Research support to HSCC
• Compliance • Pay it forward
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5. National BDPA
National Member Demographics
5%
10% Managers and Senior
Executives
25% Entrepreneurs and
60% Consultants
High School
Students
IT Professionals
Over 2,000 members in over 40 states
What are the stats for Detroit area – We need to find out
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6. Membership Benefits
Are You Getting Enough From Your Career?
BDPA can help you advance your career in the IT profession. We give
professionals, executives, entrepreneurs and students an IT career pathway from the "Classroom to
the Boardroom". Through education, mentoring, services and business networking, BDPA promotes
innovation, technical skills, business savvy and personal growth.
Professionals and Executives
Get access to mentoring, professional coaching, certified training, job placement and other valuable
resources. Maximize networking opportunities locally and nationally to build the connections
you need to keep advancing your career.
Entrepreneurs
If you provide IT-related services and products, BDPA helps your bottom line. We introduce your
business to individuals with purchasing power, or influence the decision to purchase your
product. Interact with potential business partners, investors, and employees.
High School and College Students
If you are considering a future in IT, or want to learn more about technology, BDPA helps you
develop technical skills, introduce you to role models, and open doors leading to that
important internship and first job.

7. Corporate Benefits
The BDPA Detroit Corporate Sponsorship Program
BDPA Programs and Services
Local Chapter Professional Development Programs
Monthly Exchange Meeting
Community Service Opportunities
Networking and Partner Opportunities with Industry IT Leaders
Job Seekers Forum
Chapter Advisor Council (CAC)
Student Programs
Student Information Technology Education & Scholarship (SITES) training programs
Youth Technology Camp (YTC)
National High School Computer Competition (HSCC)
Awards & Scholarships
National High School & College IT Showcase
HSCC Alumni Program
College Student Internship Program (SIP)
College Mentoring Program
College Scholars Program

8. Corporate Benefits
The BDPA Corporate Sponsorship Program
IT Professional Development
BDPA IT Institute, featuring professional IT certifications and discounted courses
National BDPA Technology Conference, featuring professional workshops & seminars
Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF)
Executive Protégé Program
Leadership & Career Development Webinars
National BDPA Career Center and Talent Management System
BDPA National Programs and Services
Corporate Awards Program
Entrepreneur Advisory Group
Black Family Technology Awareness Week (BFTAW)

9. Members Corporate Supports
BDPA Detroit Leaders for 2012-2013
How can we support
You
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10. Next Steps
BDPA Detroit Leaders for 2012-2013
Strategy and Planning Session
Saturday January 21, 2012
8:30 am – 3:00pm
Members are welcomed to participate
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