BDPA (Black Data Processing Associates) is a non-profit organization of professionals working in or having an interest in the Computer Science and Information Technology fields. BDPA has a diverse representation of information technology professionals. Included amongst the organization's members are programmers, analysts, engineers, managers, instructors, and entrepreneurs, to name a few.

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 first BDPA chapter was organized in Philadelphia, PA. The second chapter was organized in 1978 in Washington, DC. Shortly thereafter, the third chapter was organized in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1979, BDPA was restructured as a national organization. Currently, there are more than forty active chapters across the United States.

The BDPA Vision
‘Be a powerful advocate for our stakeholders' interests within the global technology industry.'

The BDPA Mission
‘BDPA is a global member focused technology organization that delivers programs and services for the professional well-being of its stakeholders.'

BDPA Strategic Priorities
1. Operational Cleanup – Fiscally sound practices and improved productivity.
2. Transformational Change – Organizationally aligned for significant membership growth.
3. Value Proposition – A premier provider of programs and service for all stakeholders.

The BDPA national headquarter is located at:

9500 Arena Drive
Suite 350
Largo, Maryland 20774
Office Number (301) 584-3135
Office Fax (301) 560-8300

office@bdpa.org

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