The annual BDPA Youth Technology Camp (YTC) provides interactive, hands-on workshops, seminars, and activities for students seeking to gain valuable exposure in leading-edge technology topics. This event gives students the opportunity to network with young entrepreneurs, and other youths from around the country who are pursuing academic and professional futures in the information technology industry. The event this year takes place in Philadelphia on July 29-31, 2010

1. YTC WELCOME LETTER
It is with great pleasure to welcome you to Philadelphia, PA for
the 32nd Annual BDPA National Youth Technology Camp. The
activities planned will heighten your IT knowledge, forge new
relationships and equip you with immeasurable skills that will
lend to your professional and entrepreneurial development.
I am inspired by the expectations set forth by this conference to
inspire all of our student participants to strive in becoming young
IT professionals, future writers, future engineers, future teachers,
future artists, future doctors and to embrace information
technology as a tool that they can utilize to achieve their immediate financial goals and long
term future goals. This is the driving force that empowers us to continue this journey.
Every student, speaker volunteer, chaperone and sponsor has invested time and/or money
into this event because we believe it serves a vital purpose. The task at hand is for you to
experience every aspect of this conference in order to assure that this purpose is fulfilled. I
challenge everyone to leave this conference empowered, to dream big and to capture the
tools that will foster you in reaching new heights.
Welcome.
Jamesetta James
BDPA, Youth Technology Camp
Coordinator
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2. YTC WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Wednesday July 28, 2010
8:00 - 9:15 Salon E Breakfast - Opening Ceremony
Session A Room Topic Speaker
9:30 - 10:30 401 Focus Your Energy For Action Franne McNeal
402 What Can You Really Do With Cloud Computing Lamarr A. Cook
403 The Evolution of Mobile Banking Ravi Acharya
414 Gaming Technology Dr. William Wagner
413 Android Development Prof. Eric Johnson
Session B Room Topic Speaker
10:45 - 11:45 401 Focus Your Energy For Action Franne McNeal
402 What Can You Really Do With Cloud Computing Lamarr A. Cook
403 The Evolution of Mobile Banking Ravi Acharya
414 Gaming Technology Dr. William Wagner
413 Android Development Prof. Eric Johnson
Kraft Foods Presentation
LUNCH 12:00 - 1:30
Salon E
Session C Room Topic Speaker
1:45 - 3:00 401 Video Game Design Development Brian "B-Jax" Jackson
402 Melandee Jones and Erica
Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Frazier
403 Brand New, Brand Not, Brand Known Everaldo Gallimore
414 Get Ready…Get Set…Go! Be Engaged During High
Rosalyn Covington
School Years
413 Web 2.0 Presentation Prof. Jonathan Agresta
Session D Room Topic Speaker
3:15 - 4:30 401 Video Game Design Development Brian "B-Jax" Jackson
402 Melandee Jones and Erica
Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Frazier
403 Brand New, Brand Not, Brand Known Everaldo Gallimore
414 Get Ready…Get Set…Go! Be Engaged During High
Rosalyn Covington
School Years
413 Web 2.0 Presentation Prof. Jonathan Agresta
4:30 Pick-up

3. YTC WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Thursday July 29, 2010
7:00 - 8:00 Salon E Breakfast
Session A Room Topic Speaker
8:15 - 9:45 401 Project Management for Teens Prof. Michelle Lawson
402 Manners Matter! Debra D. Farmer
403 Interviewing Best Practices Dean Henry
413 Adobe Flash Animation Workshop Lou Shack
Session B Room Topic Speaker
10:00 - 11:30 401 Project Management for Teens Prof. Michelle Lawson
402 Manners Matter! Debra D. Farmer
403 Interviewing Best Practices Dean Henry
413 Adobe Flash Animation Workshop Lou Shack
LUNCH 11:45 - 1:15
Salon E
Session C Room Topic Speaker
1:30 - 3:00 401 Effective Communications Desiree Walker
402 IT Showcase: The Student Perspective Frederick L. Smith III
403 Everybody Matters: A Teambuilding Essential LaShawn Brown
413 Building C.O.O.L Web Sites Rudy Duke
Session D Room Topic Speaker
3:15 - 4:45 401 Effective Communications Desiree Walker
402 IT Showcase: The Student Perspective Frederick L. Smith III
403 Everybody Matters: A Teambuilding Essential LaShawn Brown
413 Building C.O.O.L Web Sites Rudy Duke
4:45 Pick-up

4. QVC Studio Park in West Chester, PA
Since opening in the fall of 1997, QVC Studio Park in West Chester, PA has become a popular
destination for thousands of visitors interested in seeing live television at its
best. The QVC Studio Tour is a one-of-a-kind guided walking tour through the
fantastic world of electronic retailing. At this state-of-the-art broadcasting facility,
guests will see and experience how QVC products are sourced, tested, brought
to life on air, and delivered to millions of QVC customers. There are views into
the studio through the tour, including a spectacular view from the Observation
Deck. Standing 50 feet above the 20,000-square-foot broadcast area, guests
can watch QVC programs in progress and may even catch a glimpse of a
favorite host or guest!
Breakfast Salon E
7:30 – 8:15
8:30 - 8:45 meet in hotel lobby – load chartered buses Bus
8:45 – 9:45 Travel to QVC in West Chester, PA
Youth will be split into:
2 groups of 50 and will go through the QVC Studio
QVC in West Chester, PA
10:00 - 11:00 Tour
11:00 – 12:00 Visit QVC Store
12:00 - 1:30 Lunch Offsite
1:15 - 2:15 Travel back to the hotel Bus
2:00 – 3:00 Career Fair and Expo Exhibit Hall
BCFX Tournament (Black College Football Salon E – Brian Jackson
3:00 – 5:00 Experience) XBOX Gaming Challenge Glenda Chappell

5. Focus Your Energy For Action
Presented by Franne McNeal
Biography: Franne McNeal (Franne-Tastic!) is the Significant Business Results Speaker.
She speaks on the topics of profitability, performance, planning and process. Franne
brings her informative and interactive style to boardrooms and busy employees. Franne
connects with executives, professionals, entrepreneurs, non-profits, government
agencies and students, because she challenges and motivates them to focus their
energy for action so they achieve significant business results. Franne McNeal is a highly
sought after business speaker, coach and author, who has been featured on CBS-TV, NBC-TV, and Black
Enterprise Magazine. Franne McNeal holds a MBA degree, and BA degree from Princeton University.
Presentation Abstract: Focus Your Energy For Action
Sometimes it is personal and you feel overwhelmed, de-motivated and frustrated. Events outside of your
control, threaten your professional and organizational success. You need to work with limited resources,
make better decisions and take faster action. Significant Business Results Coach, Franne McNeal
challenges, motivates and shares practical examples about a 4-step process that helps you anticipate and
respond effectively to ambiguity and change. This interactive session will help you help you align your
personal and professional goals with your daily actions, so you save time, reduce risk and increase your
results.
Outline:
- 4 step process for embracing change
- 4 key questions to improve communication and results
- 4 ways to avoid self-defeating goals
- Appreciative inquiry action plan
The Evolution of Mobil Banking
Presented by: Ravi Acharya
Biography: Ravi Acharya is responsible for Product Strategy for Online and Mobile Banking products for
JPMorgan Chase. Ravi has over 13 years of experience in banking in diverse areas like online and mobile
banking, payments, strategy and business development, marketing, operations, and financial analysis. He
has launched several industry leading products like bill pay, overnight checks, electronic statements,
person-to-person payments and mobile banking using text, browser and downloadable apps.
Prior to joining JPMorgan Chase, Ravi worked at a design engineering firm in India.
Ravi has an undergraduate degree in Engineering (Instrumentation) from the University of Mumbai, and an
MBA from the University of Delaware.
Presentation Abstract: Mobile Applications are a growing technology that provides convenient services to
the busy consumer. Mobile phones have added an entire new technology industry in the area of Mobile
applications. This workshop provides information on the evolution of mobile phones and specifically mobile
banking. You will learn where it all started and why! How the market evolved as a result of this growing
technology! Why certain decisions pertaining to this product were made!
The presentation will answer questions such as:
• What were the challenges to changing direction?
• Where are we today?
• How do we view the future?

6. As one of the fastest growing emerging technologies you will not want to miss this workshop!
C.O.O.L Websites
Presented by Rudy Duke
Biography: Rudy Duke launched Nextium Solutions in 2001 to enable efficiency for
small and medium sized enterprises as well as public and not-for-profit organizations.
With more than 20 years in the management and technology consulting industry, Duke
has worked closely with IT executives to facilitate business solutions by leveraging e-
Business strategy, business process innovation and technology solutions. Prior to
Nextium, Duke held a position as Vice President at Align360,management consulting
positions at CSC Consulting and technology positions with General Motors/EDS. Duke
is the volunteer CIO of the BDPA Education Technology Foundation (BETF) and holds a Master of
Business Administration and Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Systems from Howard
University.
Presentation Abstract: This dynamic, interactive presentation will cover all you need to know to build web
sites that have the right Content, Organization, Operation, and Looks (COOL, get it?). Students will learn to
separate content, presentation, and behavior using XHTML, CSS, and JavaScript. They will learn to: write
code that works consistently across all major browsers; build easy to follow navigation schemes; name
links in a way that avoids ambiguity; design with web standards to facilitate: usability – the ability to find
content quickly; accessibility – how easy can the disabled (and more importantly search engine crawlers)
can access content; portability – how easy is it for various devices (computer, smart phone, kiosk) to
display your content; and efficiency – how quickly your pages load.
Participants will be presented with real-world examples and will even be able to explore hands-on situations
using the following:
• The Right Way to Build Web Sites
• (X)HTML for Structure (Content)
• CSS for Presentation (Look & Feel)
• JavaScript for Behavior (actions)
• The Anatomy of a Web Page
• Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
• Color and fonts
• Classes
• Putting it all Together
What Can You Really Do With Cloud Computing
Presented by Lamarr A. Cook
Biography: As a consulting manager for Deloitte Consulting, LLP, Lamarr Cook, has
led the eminence building efforts for the ITIL Center of Excellence. He has written
several white papers on the importance of IT Service Management and its connection
to the Information Technology Information Library. He also manages a thread within
the Cloud Computing Special Interest Group and serves as an Enterprise Architect
and Technical Architect. Mr. Cook, a MBA holder and PhD candidate, has been a
guest speaker BDPA, for the National Black MBA Association, and number of other not-for-profit
organizations, as well as several colleges and universities. Additionally, he currently serves as an adjunct
instructor teaching business and technology courses.
Presentation Abstract: This interactive presentation will discuss the “concept” of Cloud Computing; what
actually constitutes Cloud Computing; and is it all just a lot of hype. Presentation participants will not only

7. gain a level of understand behind the concept, they will also be exposed to a business case and completed
project on the subject. They will also be able to determine if computing through the cloud is right for their
organization, as well as whether the implementation is as simple and cost effective as many have been led
to believe.
Highlights:
• What is Cloud Computing and how the concept has expanded for mere SaaS (Software as a
Service) to IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) and PaaS (Platform as a Service)?
• What is on the horizon for Internet based services, such as the growing concept of Storage as a
Service?
• What, if any, are some of the myths surrounding the simplicity and cost savings of Cloud
Computing? An Total Cost of Ownership comparison and ramp-up costs comparison of a
traditional implementation and Cloud Computing will be examined.
• What are some of the complexities surrounding an integration of organizational data and legacy
systems?
• How does one handle IT Service Management with a Cloud Computing service model?
Effective Communications
Presented by Desiree M. Walker
Biography: Desiree M. Walker is an engineering graduate of Northwestern
University. She has been in corporate America for 19 years and has a broad
background in the Information Technology field. Desiree’s current role as technology
consultant leverages her experience in the area of client relationship building across
various departments at Allstate.
Desiree is an excellent communicator and has delivered impactful workshops for previous BDPA National
Conferences, Allstate BDPA, John C. Vaughn Cotillion, Ladies’ Day events, and other venues for over ten
years. She currently serves as the Parliamentarian and is the immediate past President of Allstate BDPA.
She is a part of the Northwestern Alumni Association, National Black MBA Association, Toastmasters
International, Chicago Software Process Improvement Network, and the Chicago Quality Assurance
Association.
Presentation Abstract:
Everything we do or gain in life and all of our successes are based on the quality and kind of
communication we engage in with others. This workshop shares the elements of effective communication
that leads to a competitive edge in any setting.
The workshop is segmented into five powerful topics:
• Say It Effectively
Professional Presence – It Attracts Success
Be Prepared
What works & what does not work (Video clips)
• Actions Speak Louder Than Words
Functions of Non-Verbal Communication
Project Confidence
• Listen Actively
Get the Message
Avoid Common Pitfalls
Use LADDER techniques

8. Purpose: Provide participants the knowledge and skills necessary to become a great communicator.
Adobe Flash CS3 Animation
Presented by Lou Shack
Biography: Louis Shack, is the President and head trainer of Spreading Technology.
For the past fifteen years he has taught computer technology courses, such as, visual
basic programming, graphics, animation and application courses at institutions such
as Prince George’s, Anne Arundel and Howard Community Colleges. Additionally,
Louis has taught and mentored youth for over the ten years through Patriots
Technology, a not for profit organization that creates programs that encourage
minority students towards careers in engineering. Many of these youth have gone on
to complete technology based degrees. This academic year, he is working with the
youth to create computer games using Adobe Flash.
Presentation Abstract: In this three-day workshop we will explore fundamental tools of Adobe Flash CS3.
We will perform exercises using frame by frame animation, tweening, onion skinning and masking. This
training will culminate in each student making their own movie or character. Also, we will discuss the basics
of computer drawing and color application. This course is good for any student who is interested in web
design, cartoons, commercials, movies, gaming and interactive media.
Web 2.0 Today
Presented by Prof. Jonathan Agresta – DeVry University
Biography: Jonathan A Agresta, M.Ed. Assistant Professor – College of Engineering
and Information Sciences, DeVry University – Philadelphia Metro
Jonathan Agresta is a Web Graphic Design Professor at DeVry University in the
Philadelphia Metro area. Prof. Agresta joined DeVry in June of 2009 and teaches
courses focusing on design fundamentals, graphic design, scripting and design for the
web, and game design. As a DeVry faculty member he has presented for The Network
of Women in Computer Technology, HerWorld, the DeVry University Faculty Presentation Series, and has
been on the “Choosing the Right School” panel at GameX Philadelphia.
Before coming to DeVry he was an instructor at The Art Institute of Houston, The University of
Massachusetts, and an Adjunct Professor at Elms College. Prof. Agresta holds a Bachelor of Science in
Computer Animation and Web Design as well as a Master of Education in Educational Technologies, both
from The University of Massachusetts.
Presentation Abstract: Web 2.0 grew out of the web design community working to build a better online
experience. A more engaging and entertaining experience for all who used it. It took years of planning,
testing, and extreme creativity. We now interact with Web 2.0 on a daily basis. We use it when we friend
request, we use it when we tweet about bad weather, and we use it when we check to see when that bad
weather will end. It is all around us and it is fully engrained in our digital lives. iPhone apps, Facebook,
Twitter, Linkdin, and all the others are part of this brave new world of the web that we take for granted on a
regular basis.
The presentation will explore and discuss the transition from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0. We will inspect the
reasons why the shift occurred and, most importantly, we will discuss ways to stay on top of social
networks and web applications. Some of the applications to be discussed are Adobe Flash, Flex, MySQL,
WordPress, and Java. For social networking we will delve into the benefits of using
Facebook, Linkdin, Twitter, and MySpace. These sites and applications are just
the tip of the Web 2.0 iceberg. Email marketing with Constant Contact and video
advertising sites like Hulu and Youtube cannot be overlooked. Not to mention
Google’s expanding domination of web applications such as Google Maps, Earth, Docs, and the infinite
others available and in the works.

9. All of this and more will be review, discussed, and analyzed in Web 2.0 Today.
Android Technology
Presented by Prof. Eric Johnson – DeVry University
Biography: Prof. Johnson has been teaching programming courses at DeVry University in Philadelphia for
the College of Engineering and Information Sciences. His areas of expertise are in Web Applications (Open
Source Java based), Integration using Message Oriented Middleware (JMS), and Web Services (Java
based). Prof. Johnson has worked in the industry for over 18 years.
Presentation Abstract:
The Android platform is probably the most open and accessible phone/PDA/handheld computer operating
system ever developed. Based entirely on open source software, with an Apache license, you can see
everything that is going on while developing your own for-profit (or fame) apps. After reviewing some
Android fundamentals we will jump into what it takes to develop applications for
the Android. We will finish off with some live demo programs. The attendee
should leave with a better understanding of what the developers of the Android-
OS have accomplished and the exciting new opportunities this has created for
software developers.
System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Presented by Melandee Jones and Erica Frazier
Biography: Melandee Jones has a decade of experience in the IT industry. She
received her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at
Charlotte. Melandee is currently pursuing her MBA at Pfeiffer University. With
experience in the technology and financial industries, she is currently a Senior
Systems Analyst for GMAC Financial Services. GMAC Financial Services has
rebranded and changed its name to Ally Financial
Biography: Erica Frazier has a decade of experience in the IT industry. She received her bachelors in
business from Montreat College. Erica is currently pursuing her MSL at Pfeiffer
University. With experience in the energy and financial industries, she is currently a
Vice President for Wells Fargo.
Presentation Abstract:
Our objective is to share the basics of the SDLC with college students. The
presentation will prepare the students for the many industries in which software is
created.
Our presentation will A) define SDLC B) explain where and how it is used and C) clearly explain each
phase of the SDLC. Additionally, our presentation will introduce roles for the phases of the SDLC as well as
mention additional models used in software development. The process of delivery will include both Jones
and Frazier presenting in a creative lecture format, allowing for interactive points where the students can
contribute to the dialog. The will also be time for student Q&A and we will offer takeaways that the students
can immediately use.
Thanks again,
Melandee and Erica

10. Social Software and Social networking Project Management for Teens
Presented by Prof. Michelle Lawson
Biography: Michelle C. Lawson, M.S., M.B.A., J.D. Associate Professor and Chair – College of
Engineering and Information Sciences, DeVry University – Philadelphia Metro. Michelle Lawson is a
Business, Computer Information Systems and Web Graphic Design Professor at DeVry University in the
Philadelphia Metro area. Professor Lawson joined DeVry in 2002 and teaches courses focusing on
programming, business, project management, business information and computer information systems,
web development and statistics. Her roles at DeVry also include curriculum development leadership and
Chair of the Web Graphic Design and Multimedia Design and Development programs.
Before coming to DeVry she held various roles in information technology at CIGNA Corporation. Her
teaching experience includes statistics at Camden County Community College, managerial statistics and
information systems courses at Keller Graduate School of Management. She is also a facilitator, corporate
trainer and workshop leader for courses ranging from marketing to web design. Professor Lawson holds a
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Bryn Mawr College, a Master of Science in Information Systems from
Drexel University, a Juris Doctor from the James Beasley School of Law at Temple University, and a
Master of Business Administration from Keller Graduate School of Management.
Presentation Abstract: Before social networking and social software were popular, there was
collaborative software, which was primarily used in the workplace. However, the appearance of MySpace
in 2004 changed the landscape. Social networking Generation Y style was born. By 2008, Facebook was
the social networking website leader. In light of its popularity, companies want to harness the power of the
technology and the enthusiasm of its user-employees and increase revenue and productivity.
Social networking has entered the workplace and more community features are spreading from "Web 2.0"
to "Enterprise 2.0." Companies are aware of this trend and are using social
intranet features to increase productivity. Social networking in the workplace has
three benefits: foster teamwork, organize around a project and build a knowledge
base. This approach lends itself to project management principles and goals. We
will explore the progression of collaborative software to social networking sites. Twitter and LinkedIn and
other social networking sites will be discussed as they relate to project management and productivity in the
workplace.
Gaming Technology
Presented by Dr. William Wagner
Biography: Bill Wagner earned his PhD from Lehigh University in Electrical Engineering. He
worked on measuring and modeling computer chips at Lucent Technologies and designed high
speed optical communication modules at JDS Uniphase. He enjoys inspiring the next generation
as a professor at DeVry University in Fort Washington, PA. In his free time, he enjoys reading
and exploring exciting worlds by playing video games on his home-built water-cooled over-
clocked PC.
Presentation Abstract:
Video games are extremely popular among young people. The Nintendo Wii and life simulators such as The Sims
have expanded the reach of games into demographics that previously were not large users.
This workshop will look at the technology behind video games and consider how advances in
computer technology will influence the next generation of games. Many companies also use
games to aid in training or to safely simulate dangerous situations. While most people are
familiar with aircraft simulators, the technology is also used to improve social workers striving
to help parents provide for their children. Career opportunities will also be considered.

11. Brand New, Brand Not, Brand Known - For College Entrepreneurs
Presented by Everaldo Gallimore
Biography: Everaldo Gallimore, Branding Coach with Gallimore Design,
www.gallimoredesign.com, provides branding strategies, graphic design, print and online
marketing and animated electronic greeting cards. Satisfied clients include ABC
Television, American Express, Avon products, BCT Partners (Randal Pinkett' "The
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Apprentice"), Essence Magazine, and Motown Records. Everaldo is the author of the
book: Brand Not, Brand New, Brand Known.
Presentation Abstract: Do you want to make money while you are still in college? Do you have talents
and skills that can help you create products and services that other students, people and companies will
buy?
Learn how branding is more than just a logo, a website and electronic social networks. This workshop will
highlight trends and best practices in branding. Learn how to use traditional and non-traditional methods of
marketing to help you stand out. Leverage your tech and non-tech skills to focus on the “WIIFM" (what;s in
it for me", so you attract and keep paying clients.
3 learning objectives for this presentation:
• What is branding (trends and practices)
• Tools of branding (new technology and traditional)
• Importance of branding plan to help you create and grow revenue
The benefits of this presentation specifically to college students:
Gain an understanding of the importance of branding, a branding plan, and how to use a branding checklist
to take next steps in communicating the uniqueness and value of your services.
www.gallimoredesign.com
Manners Matter!
Presented by Debra D. Farmer
Biography: Debra serves as Managing Consultant at Turnover Systems, Inc. and is
located in Rockville, MD. Additionally, Debra serves as Programmer Analyst at a
global credit union. At present, Debra is a member of Black Data Processing Associates
and Toast Masters (Competent Communicator). Debra attended Michigan State
University and transferred to the University of the District of Columbia where she
studied Computer Information Systems and earned a bachelor of arts. Debra' core s
expertise includes software development (relational databases) and some web
applications. In her personal time, Debra enjoys speaking, singing, writing, reading and golfing
Presentation Abstract: The presentation is a case study of two new business “professionals” – one who
knows etiquette (Marla or Charles) and one who does not (Malady or Chuck) – taking them from the
interview to their first week on the job. The workshop will be interactive as students will play the roles and
asked business etiquette trivial questions throughout the presentation.
This Workshop will cover:
• General business etiquette (introductions, handshakes, dress codes “Beyond the Blue Suit”,
timeliness)
• Meeting etiquette (general meetings; special meetings – “Lunch with the Clients”, golf meetings)
• Communicating (professional conversations; voicemail, e-mail etiquette and text-messaging;
telephone etiquette)

12. • Other topics - cubicle manners, office holiday parties, office dating – knowing and following office
policies
Interviewing Best Practices
Presented by Dean Henry
Biography: Dean Henry is a principal in the Information Technology Security Office
at Vanguard, with responsibility for Security Architecture. As a thirteen year
member of Vanguard' management team, he has had many opportunities to
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interview undergraduate students for both summer internship and full time positions
for the IT Division. As a designated College Champion, he has also provided "mock
interview" opportunities for undergraduate students on their college campus, and
represented Vanguard at career conferences and college job fairs.
Presentation Abstract: You' conquered your college classes and are ready to make the plunge into the
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corporate world. How do you prepare for your first interview? Or you' had an interview and you didn'get
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a call back. What went wrong? This workshop will present interviewing best practices that will give you
insight into what the interviewer is thinking.
• Topics covered include:
• Interviewing Process
• Effective Cover Letter
• Preparation & Practice
• Appropriate & Inappropriate Questions to Ask
• Possible Questions to Expect
• General Interviewing Best Practices
Participants will be equipped to approach & participate in interview situations effectively.
Everybody Matters A Teambuilding Essential
Presented by LaShawn Brown
Biography: Lori LaShawn Brown is the President and CEO of One in a Billion
Consulting. It is the parent company for the team building workshop model called
“Everybody Matters.”
Ms. Brown is from Waco, TX and is a graduate of Baylor University. After graduation,
she worked at the Texas State Capitol in the House of Representatives and for several
lobby groups including: Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas, Inc. and The
Texas Professional Sports Association. Clients included: Dallas Stars, Dallas
Mavericks, Dallas Cowboys, Houston Oilers, Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs and
Bruton Smith/NASCAR Owner.
She has also worked as a team leader/manager for various campaigns from former
Texas Governor Ann Richards to President Barack Obama. She has spoken at several national and
regional conferences including: National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, National BDPA and SHRM Regional
Diversity Conference.
She loves speaking to and working with young people and has done so for over 30 years with groups like,
Camp Fire, Big Brothers and Big Sister plus with many other youth and church groups. She loves camping,
working with youth and elderly, reading, tennis, the outdoors, water sports and ministry.
One of her deepest passions is inspiring young people to be their absolute best at whatever they choose to
do.
Presentation Abstract: Every person in every organization resembles individual pieces of a jigsaw
puzzle. Each piece is uniquely shaped to fit into a specific place. While some pieces may appear to be
larger than others, without all of them, even the smallest piece left out makes the puzzle incomplete.

13. The Everybody Matters session consists of two major components: “Appreciating Similarities,” and
“Honoring Differences.” Participants are engaged throughout the process of learning from one another
about the conscious act of appreciation and the importance of listening. Everyone is given an opportunity
to speak. Uniquely designed to tackle tough issues in a safe environment and be insightfully fun,
participants leave the workshop feeling empowered to truly understand, value and appreciate themselves
and are thereby enabled to become more fully supportive of others. For more information visit
www.oneinabillionconsulting.com
This workshop will cover the following:
• Objectives
• Listening Exercise
• Working Agreements
• Stand ups
• Diversity defined
• Shifting our Paradigms
• Cognitive Scripts/Stereotypes
• How I View the World
• Respecting Differences
Get Ready… Get Set… Go! Be Engaged During High School Years
Presented by Rosalyn Covington
Biography: Rosalyn has been a BDPA member since 2007 and has over 15 years
of IT experience ranging from support, analysis, and development, to software
testing and process improvement. Rosalyn is currently a senior Quality Assurance
Analyst for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, in Raleigh, NC
where she has been employed for over five years. She is responsible for leading
software test and process improvement initiatives in the Student Information and
Enterprise section of the Technology Services Division. Prior to joining DPI, Rosalyn
was employed by ECI Telecom where she was a Software Test Engineer for
telecommunication networks. Rosalyn earned both her Bachelor’s degree in
Computer Information Systems and her Master of Arts in Educational Technology from North Carolina
Central University. Since Rosalyn decided to unite her two passions; technology and education, she has
been devoted to spending time in advocating for the integration of technology in Education.
Rosalyn’s research in this area was presented at the 2009 20th Annual Society for Information Technology
and Teacher Education International Conference. She is also a member of the Technology Specialist
Consortium, established in 2009 at North Carolina Central University. Rosalyn is also very happy to
volunteer her time to give technical and curriculum support to the Triangle Chapter’s HSCC Team, which
established their first team for the 2009 BDPA Technology Conference.
Presentation Abstract: Being in tune with career and technical courses and tools at the high-school level
can provide a great foundation for college and the workforce. When students are engaged and exposed to
technical information and how to process information effectively, understanding of complex structures is
strengthened. Textbook representation of technical information can be difficult to interpret. This workshop
will assist participants interested in IT, with fun and engaging tools and resources needed in order to
prepare for college, a career, or entrepreneurship. There will be special emphasis on the use of visual aids.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
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Understanding why the early years are important to be involved
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How to tap into resources in school
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Why visual aids help support learning technology
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Can go back to school and identify courses I should enroll
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Will understand importance of multi-media tools

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Will be less intimidated by technical information
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Will know why 21st Century Skill Sets are important
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What does Empowerment Mean to Me
IT Showcase: The Student Perspective
Presented by Frederick L. Smith
Biography: Frederick L. Smith is a sophomore at California University of Pennsylvania majoring in
Geographical Information Systems and Emergency Management.
Frederick first demonstrated his interest and talent in the area of geography when he represented his
school district in the 2004 State Geography Bee where he placed in the top 5 in the state. Frederick’s
continued to demonstrate his knowledge on the subject through his senior project in which he performed an
Analysis of Communications Plans for Large Population Evacuations. Upon submission Frederick was
selected to present his analysis at the 2008 Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Conference held in
Dover Delaware in April 2008. Frederick also submitted a paper to the TeraGrid on the analysis of how the
grid computing (high performance computers) could improve upon the ability to communicate to the
population in the result of an emergency. The TeraGrid is the world’s largest most comprehensive
distributed cyber infrastructure for open scientific research. Frederick’s paper was selected for presentation
at the TeraGrid conference in Las Vegas in June 2008. Frederick was awarded 1st place in the 2008
Regional and National IT Showcase competition in the High School Category. He then placed 1st in the
2009 Collegiate Category.
Frederick has been a member of the Youth in Government program sponsored by the Bear-Glasgow
YMCA since 2006. Frederick is the first member of Bear-Glasgow contingency to have his bill passed by
the house and the senate. Frederick has been a member of the FAME (Forum to the Advancement of
Minorities in Engineering) program since 2005 and attended the 2007 FAME Summer at University of
Delaware studying calculus, physics, and oceanography. In addition to his academic accomplishment
Frederick is also an athlete.
During the summer of 2008 Frederick completed an internship with the Delaware Emergency Management
Agency (DEMA) working on evacuation routes for schools in the state of New Jersey. In addition, as a part
of his 2008-2009 work-study program Frederick is working for the California University of Pennsylvania GIS
Department to establish a map that identifies terror based activity by regions across the United States.
Frederick is supported by his parents Frederick & Karen Smith. He has a younger brother Marcus Smith.
Presentation Abstract: The IT Showcase program has been a part of the BDPA National Conference for
eight years and still only a few students take advantage of the benefits of this program. This workshop will
demonstrate to students of all ages the values of the IT Showcase program and how it prepares students
for the professional environment. The presentation will include information on the requirements of the
program. The presenter will speak directly to their experience as a High School and College participant in
the IT Showcase program. The presentation will include the student’s perspective on the overall experience
and the impacts it has had on their academic development.
• Introduction to the IT Showcase Program
• Development of skills that can be used in College and Corporate forum
• Local Participation in IT Showcase
• National Participation in IT Showcase
• Benefits of program participation
• Networking Opportunities
• Personal Testimonies
• How you can participate in the program

15. Video Game Development presented by Nerjyzed Entertainment Inc
Presented by Brian “B-Jax” Jackson, Creative Design Director
Biography: Brian A. Jackson is the Creative Design Director at Nerjyzed Games
Studios, a subsidiary of Nerjyzed Entertainment Inc., an African American owned
Digital Multimedia Company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Nerjyzed Games Studios is a
certified Microsoft Developer that was the first African American owned company to
create a video game on the Xbox 360, BCFX - The Black College Football Xperience:
The Doug Williams Edition. As Creative Design Director, it was his task to build the
design team and then to create the vision of the product and instill the vision
throughout the company.
Before working for Nerjyzed Entertainment Inc., Brian is a 14 year industry veteran to
the realm of Video Game Technology with a reputation of being a dedicated and versatile team player who
brings projects in on time and under budget. He is knowledgeable in all areas of production, including
contracts, quality control and both internal and external development management. He is also a skilled
team leader whose energy and motivation serve as an example to others.
Brian was recently featured, along with CEO Jackie Beauchamp, on the critically acclaimed Mo’Nique
Show on BET in January 2010 showcasing Nerjyzed Entertainment Inc., BCFX, and the Drum Line
Challenge on National Television. He was also featured along with Ms. Beauchamp in the November 26,
2007 issue of Jet Magazine for his work with Nerjyzed Entertainment Inc., in creating the 1st ever, Black
College Football Game. He was also featured in US Black Engineer, January 2001, Article: “Their Work Is
All Play, Turning Pastimes into Careers in the Video Games Industry”. Brian was also featured in the
September 1998 issue of the Source Magazine, Power Moves Section. Article: “Who Got Game?”
Brian received a Bachelor of Business Administration concentrating in Computer Based Information
Systems from Howard University. He is a Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha, Beta Chapter. He also serves
as a regional officer of the Howard University Alumni Association.
The workshop will consist of a discussion on Digital Media of the Production Pipeline used in Video Game
Development. Topics that will be discussed include:
• Pre Production
o Concept and Design
• Production
• Production of Assets
o Art & Audio
o Programming Code
• Post Production
o Testing and Verification
o Manufacturing and Deployment
o Post Mortem
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