Past Conferences...
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* Black Data Processing Associates [BDPA] *
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"The mission of BDPA is to sustain a network of
information technology professionals that is a
positive influence in the information procession industry;
a network which shares information, provides education and
performs community service."
40+ Chapters / 20+ BBS Nodes / 1600+ Members Nationwide !!!
IT Professionals/Educators/Students/Vendor Representatives
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BDPA 17th ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE
August 16-20, 1995
Wyndam Franklin Plaza Hotel
17th & Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA
Theme: "Linking Business, Education and Technology"
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of
Black Data Processing Associates
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Seminars, Workshops & Panel Discussions
Career Job Fair & Technology Exposition
Youth Mini-Conference
National High School Computer Competition
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* 1995 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE *
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National & Chapter Leadership Meetings August 16
Youth Mini-Conference August 17
BDPA 20th Anniversary Luncheon August 18
National High School Computer Competition August 18-19
Seminars & Workshops August 18-19
Career Job Fair & Technology Expo August 18-19
Annual Awards Ceremony & Banquet August 19
Prayer Brunch August 20
Corporate/vendor participation options are still available!
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| 1995 National Conference Tracks include: |
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| Current and Future Trends in Information Technology |
| Training Technologies |
| Cultural Diversity |
| Leadership & Personal Development |
| Business & Entrepreneurial Development |
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| [ partial listing of planned presentations ] |
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| Introduction to Multimedia |
| Designing Business Presentations in Multimedia |
| Developing Interactive Multimedia Presentations |
| Introduction to Visual Communications & Graphics |
| Object Oriented Analysis & Design |
| Introduction to LAN/WAN & Network Protocol |
| Communication Network Basics: TCP/IP, OSI, X.25 |
| Developing Client/Server Applications: Sybase/Oracle |
| Beyond DOS: Examining OS/2 & Windows NT |
| Accessing Big I: Creating an Internet Training Program |
| Fundamentals of Technical Marketing |
| Contract Negotiations and Servicing |
| Personal Imaging Engineering & Body Politics |
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting |
| Venture Capital Life & Financing a High-Tech Business |
| Emerging Technologies [ Panel ] IBM, Intel & Microsoft |
| Empowerment Strategies: African American Economics |
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The BDPA Youth Mini-Conference presents youth w/activities
that will better prepare them to enter into institutions of
higher education, corporations and entrepreneurial
organizations.
SEMINAR/WORKSHOP PROGRAM: This one-day program offers
seminars and workshops that will cover such topics as:
- Information Superhighway: Accessing College and
Financial Aid Information
- Information Superhighway: On-Line Services
- Young Entrepreneurs - How to Become One
- Effective Negotiations a.k.a. How to Improve Your Rap
- Health Issues of the 90's
- How to Prepare for Careers in the 21st Century
- Dress For Success! [ Presented by clothiers & models
from the Greater Philadelphia Area. ]
Students will also meet with corporate representatives in
the Career Job Fair & Technology Exposition.
If interested in any aspect of this event (presenters,
vendors/exhibitors or adult/corporate/academic sponsors),
let me know. I'll put you in touch with the nearest
BDPA chapter or BDPA National Headquarters.
HIGH SCHOOL COMPUTER COMPETITION teams are developed by
local BDPA chapters, from conducting youth computer training
programs from January through August. The structure of the
training programs are dependent on local chapter resources.
CAREER JOB FAIR & TECHNOLOGY EXPOSITION:
This year, BDPA will have over 50 participating corporations in our vendor display area. These vendors will represent technology based companies, demonstrating their latest hardware and/or software products, as well as companies who are interested in interviewing & hiring individuals with various technical and other skills.
ADMISSION TO THE EXPOSITION AREA and DEMONSTRATIONS
IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC !!!
If you are interested in the latest products and services, come take a look. If you are in the job market, or just checking your marketability, be sure and bring your resume with you on Friday & Saturday, August 18th & 19th to the Wyndam Franklin Plaza Hotel !!!
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* Conference Registration Fees *
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* BDPA Non- Student Other *
* Members Members Members Students *
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* $450 $550 $175 $200 *
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* Become a BDPA member and save on conference fees, *
* while enjoying other year-round benefits: *
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* Full membership dues $75 annually *
* Full-time student membership dues $15 annually *
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* Hotel Accommodations *
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* Wyndam Franklin Plaza Hotel *
* 17th & Race Streets *
* Philadelphia, PA 19103 *
* 1 (215) 448-2000 *
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* Single $ 98 *
* Double/Triple/Quad $118 *
* Jr. Suite $206 *
* 1-Bedroom Parlor $225 *
* 2-Bedroom Parlor $450 *
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| BDPA National Conference Schedule |
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| August 16-20, 1995 - Philadelphia [20 yr anniversary ] |
| August 13-18, 1996 - Atlanta |
| August 12-17, 1997 - Houston |
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For membership, registration, exhibitor or advertising info:
BDPA National Headquarters
1250 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 610
Washington, DC 20036-2603
1 (800) 727-BDPA
1 (202) 775-4301
1 (202) 775-1344 [Fax]
E-mail: info@bdpabac.com
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Posted by: Willie J. Mackey
BDPA Silicon Valley Chapter
wjmackey@netcom.com
1 408 280-7624 [voice/fax]
1 408 654-8911 [bbs]
1 408 654-8912 [bbs]