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About BDPA Detroit

BDPA Detroit is a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization comprised of professionals working in the IT industry or anyone having an interest in information technology. BDPA Detroit is a member of a National organization that has over 40 Chapters nationwide. Our membership is diverse and includes IT managers, executives, consultants, entrepreneurs, project managers, developers, network engineers, programmers, web developers, instructors, and students.  more...

 

Committees

Technology and Automation Committee is responsible for automating the business management processes and activities for the Detroit Chapter.

 The Membership Committee actively recruits new members and manages the membership database.

The Finance Committee generates revenue to support the organization’s activities, conducts fund-raising affairs, solicits corporate or government grants and other financial support.  more...

 

HSCC

The High School Computer Competition Committee coordinates student workshops, computer camps, and the High School Computer Competition. The committee provides and implements a structure to educate, train, and establish an ongoing educational program for the community.

Also, the committee draws upon the talents of the general membership to provide workshop leaders and lecturers. This committee provides a great opportunity to provide IT training to inner-city youths. This committee plays a key role in the city by developing and mentoring young students to the IT fields.   more...

 

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Event:   Windows Live Meeting Webinar

Topic:   Advancing Your Career w/ Social Networks


Date:      November 19, 2008

Time:      7:00 - 8:30 PM 

                   

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440 Burroughs

Detroit, MI 48202

313-438-3519

www.bdpa-detroit.org

 

 

FIRST FRIDAY FUTURE DATES at TechTown

 
  FIRST FRIDAYS - Every first Friday of the month - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
 
 
 

First Fridays are mixers where TechTown provides great food and people. A great way to promote community by socializing outside of the workplace. These parties are important to creating a culture in TechTown and the surrounding are. Various companies come together to network, party and celebrate growth and news. A brand new community is being formed! Come be a part of it all and have a wonderful time.

 

Nov 7, Dec 5

 
     

 

 

 

 

Upcoming BDPA Event

 

Event:   Windows Live Meeting Webinar

Topic:   Advancing Your Career w/ Social Networks


Date:          November 19, 2008

Time:          7:00 - 8:30 PM 

                   

Location:  Windows Live meeting Signup


Webinar Overview:

     This hands-on workshop will provide BDPA members & guests with the practical tools and knowledge to use online communities and social networks to drive career growth and achieve key business objectives.  We will identify key concepts and trends in the area of online communities, and identify best practices in leveraging communities for business. The workshop will provide actionable "how to" learning for implementing the right strategy in your own career.  At the end of the workshop, you will understand how to use online communities for: stoking buzz, engaging influencers, nurturing your brand; listening to your network, researching your market, serving customers, communicating with current members, and recruiting new members.

The presenter is Wayne Hicks.   Wayne owns a consulting firm that specializes in online marketing, business development and product sales.   Wayne understands that BDPA exists to advance the careers of its members from the classroom to the boardroom.   He uses social networks to advance his business and career.


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