JPMorgan Chase Renews Its Silver Level Sponsorship

The opportunities for success with the underserved minority community around the nation just received a boost as JPMorgan Chase agreed to work with BDPA at the 37th Annual BDPA Technology Conference in Washington DC on August 18-22, 2015. JPMorgan Chase agreed to underwrite activities for a number of local BDPA chapters in an effort to train the next generation of IT professionals.

JPMorgan Chase is a leading global financial services firm with operations in more than 60 countries. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small-business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. JPMorgan Chase serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients.

“I am honored to welcome JPMorgan Chase as a Silver Level Sponsor of BDPA. On behalf of the National Board of Directors and the National Executive Committee we thank JPMorgan Chase for their dedication, support and commitment with helping BDPA impact those members through their contributions to BDPA”, said immediate past president Dr. Craig Brown. “Sponsors like JPMorgan Chase provide the necessary resources that make it possible for BDPA to continue forward with its mission.”

Founded in 1975, BDPA is the premier organization for African American professionals in the information technology industry. BDPA has fulfilled its mission and worked to bridge the digital divide by providing career growth opportunities for its members.

BDPA New York chapter president Tyrone McKinney said, “JPMorgan Chase has been a great partner to BDPA New York chapter as a host and presenter for a number of technical development seminars. We applaud and commend JPMorgan Chase for their ongoing support and commitment to BDPA.”

JPMorgan Chase used part of its sponsorship dollars to fund community outreach programs in five local chapters: Columbus, Dallas, New Jersey, New York and Northern Delaware.

BDPA Dallas chapter president Chad White noted, “The Dallas chapter would like to thank JPMorgan Chase for it's continued support. With their outstanding contribution the students of the chapter will be attending the 2015 conference.”

For more information about BDPA or its sponsorship program, please contact us by email (corpsales@bdpa.org) or phone (301.584-3135 x108).

High School Computer Competition (Dallas, 2014)

BDPA Dallas chapter (founded in 1987) has been on the journey towards winning a national BDPA High School Computer Competition (HSCC) championship for over 20 years. The chapter leaders shared some of their thoughts on impact that the Student Information Technology Education & Scholarship (SITES) program has had on them and the students who receive this STEM-based training in this video:



The SITES program in Dallas is a collaborative learning experience that gives students an opportunity to develop higher order thinking skills and problem solving in a real world context. They will learn how to create dynamic web sites using HTML, CSS, PHP and JAVA. Participants develop interpersonal, teamwork skills and they learn how to create and develop presentations. These students will also learn public speaking skills, time management skills, how to set and achieve goals and working in a team environment.

The 2014 HSCC team being trained by Dallas chapter seeks to win the championship this year!

L-R: Tatiana Madrigal, Maxwell Nwafor, Christion Lankford, Brandon Pham, Chad White (instructor)

The major corporate sponsor for the chapter is JPMorgan Chase.   However, we need our blog readers to do their part ... you can help BDPA Dallas motivate their students by helping them raise funds to give out college scholarships. Please take a moment to make a secure online donation to the BDPA Dallas HSCC Scholarship Fund.

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• Grant Disbursement: BDPA Dallas ($10,000)
• Overview: BDPA High School Computer Competition

Epsilon Award for Career Achievement: Dr. Tayo Ibikunle (JPMorgan Chase)

National BDPA annually selects and awards the BDPA Epsilon Award to recognize and celebrate key contributions and accomplishments of its members. Nominations are accepted across five categories and they are evaluated by a team of National BDPA members.

One of the categories is Career Achievement. This honor is reserved for highly experienced professionals who have significant career accomplishments or contributions throughout their career.

BDPA is pleased to announce that Dr. Tayo Ibikunle has won the 2013 Epsilon Award for Career Achievement. He is a highly respected technologist with over 18 years of technology based experience with JPMorgan Chase (JPMC). Tayo Ibikunle has also held diverse senior positions, across many key businesses – including Investment Banking, Middle Markets, Retail, Corporate Sector, Credit Card business, Mortgage Banking and most recently in Consumer & Community Banking. As Chief Technology Officer of the Chase Financial Services Customer Center of Excellence, Tayo was responsible for delivering information technology (IT) solutions to enable an integrated customer experience across customer channels and touch-points. He also assumed IT leadership responsibilities for the Middle Market business segment, which managed the firm’s relationships for over 12,000 corporate clients. Among other key roles, Tayo has held positions of Co-Chief IT Architect and Chief Technical Architect.

Prior to joining JPMC, Tayo was Senior Strategic Manager at Sybase Engineering in California. Before taking the role of Senior Strategic Manager, Tayo was a Principal Consultant working with several Wall Street and telecommunication Firms to build large scale, distributed trading and processing engines for their businesses. At Thorn EMI Central Research Laboratories in the United Kingdom, Tayo was a Principal Research Engineer and worked on key pattern recognition and image processing technologies

Dr. Ibikunle has both an MS and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College, University of London, as well as a BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University Of Ife, Nigeria. He is also a member of the Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE).

Tayo is a dedicated advocate for diversity within the workplace and serves as a mentor to many. Tayo took on the role of Executive Sponsor of JPMC’s engagement with BDPA – a major career and leadership network for Black IT professionals - in 2006. It is under his leadership that the JPMC BDPA Leadership Forum was established. This forum consists of representatives from various JPMC IT facilities across the United States where we have engaged with a local BDPA chapter. He is also on the Global Steering Committee for BOLD (Black Organization for Leadership Development) and a member of the Firm-wide Technology Diversity Council. Tayo serves as a director of the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation since his appointment in 2008.

The award nomination was submitted by BDPA Northern Delaware chapter president Karen Smith.

BDPA New Jersey Hosts 10th Annual Families in Technology Day

The New Jersey chapter of the largest organization of African Americans in STEM industries, BDPA, is hosting its 10th Annual Families in Technology Day on June 8, 2013. This all-day event will encourage students and their parents to explore the tech arena, and learn the ins and outs from many of the industries’ finest teachers. Held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, the event will include workshops, instruction and an inspiring message from keynote speaker, Dr. Randal Pinkett.

Goldie Bonney

BDPA New Jersey president Goldie Bonney is excited about the 10-year mark of this event. “We’re proud to reach another milestone in technology for our organization. With the way STEM is constantly changing, it’s important for us to make sure the community, especially the students, are equipped and empowered with the tools to stay in demand,” explains Bonney. “Through the support of our sponsors JPMorgan Chase, Johnson & Johnson, and Prudential, we’re anticipating hundreds to attend this year.”

Students have been notoriously intimidated by curriculum associated with going into the technology industry, yet the career opportunities are rapidly growing, with demand at an all-time high for STEM educators and industry professionals.

Laptops will be raffled to students between grades four and twelve who register and submit the required one-paragraph personal statement of their potential personal benefits from receiving computers via the chapter’s Eventbrite site.

The keynote speaker, Pinkett, says he embraces the opportunity to inspire young people, and help them become less intimidated by coursework and opportunities in technology. As the co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer of BCT Partners, Pinkett knows about entrepreneurship and opportunity for growth in technology, and insists on giving back.

The venue is the New Jersey Institute of Technology, located at 323 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd Newark, N.J., 07103, and the event’s low-cost admission is five dollars.

Message from Columbus Chapter President

Deborah Smedley

Good Evening Everyone,

I would first like to update you on the results of the National BDPA Technology Conference that took place in Baltimore, Maryland August 1-4, 2012.

CONGRATULATIONS to our IT Showcase Students!!!!! BDPA Columbus student member Wesley Walker (Groveport Madison High School and Fairfield Career Center) came in 2nd Place in the High School division of the IT Showcase Category! Wesley's research topic was: Green Technology: Environment and Wire.

The team of students that we sent to compete in the 2012 National BDPA High School Computer Competition (HSCC) championship came in 16th place out of 45 eligible chapters! They worked very hard but had some difficulties connecting the front end application with the back-end database. I commend them for their efforts and know we will get there next year.

Although our Graphic Design was not selected, I commend Ariel Collins for doing a fabulous on the Graphic. Great Job!. We will have T-Shirts with the Graphic available soon.

I also want to thank all of you for making this happen. I want to provide great thanks to the judges for the local competition. Specifically, Donna Schaffer (Kaplan College), Lori Crews (JPMorgan Chase), Branndon Kelley (AMP) and Kellie Collins (State of Ohio). Thank you all for your support, guidance and time. I am sure the students and parents also appreciated your feedback.

I want to thank those who donated prizes to the competition for both our High School and Middle Students. Specifically, Chester Robinson (Nationwide Insurance), Branndon Kelley (AMP), Karen Williams (JPMorgan Chase), Lori Crews (JPMorgan Chase), Stephanie Bridges, Donna Schaffer (Kaplan College), Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity; Kellie Collins (State of Ohio) and the BDPA Columbus Chapter for your donations and support for our young people.

I want to thank Amy Hall and the rest of the DeVry University Team who supported our organization and allowed our student programs to continue on their campus throughout the year. I want to also thank Donna Schaffer and the Kaplan College Team for allowing our organization to not only hold classes at their campus but provide us the flexibility to hold meetings and Information Exchanges there.

I want to thank our instructors, who worked tirelessly to create a curriculum and teach alongside their full-time jobs, family and overall busy schedules. Specifically, Harshal Patel, Application Development (.NET); Chester Robinson, Database Skills, Graphic Design; Craig Collins, Virtual Reality, Video Game Maker; Andrea Avant, Etiquette and to Jessica Tucker for providing assistance throughout the program and even transporting students.

I want to thank our volunteers, who worked very hard for the Chapter with their limited time schedules. Specifically, Jessica Tucker, Jeff Daniels, Kelly Collins and Courtney Crews. This shout out goes to volunteers I did not mention (I apologize but you are appreciated).

Craig Collins

I want to thank Craig Collins (Student Programs Director) for working with the students throughout the National Competition, keeping things organized and making sure they were up and ready to go on time. This was not an easy task.

A GREAT BIG SPECIAL THANK YOU goes to JPMorgan Chase, who came through and financed our entire trip and experience at the National Conference. We were able to take eight (8) students and two Adults. This is awesome!! Caress Pendleton was the catalyst for getting JPMorgan Chase to continue to support our Chapter. BIG THANKS TO YOU!!! Thank you Karen Smith (JPMorgan Chase) for also supporting this effort.

We will begin our strategic planning for 2013 in September. Our 2013 Student Programs will begin in January. We have lots of work to do. In 2013, we would like to compete in all areas:

1. Take an HSCC Team of 5 students
2. Take an IT Showcase Team of 5 students
3. Take 3 students to the Youth Technology Camp

We need the help of everyone in the BDPA Columbus chapter to make this happen.

Look for more correspondences from me on the progress and status of BDPA Columbus. If you don't know about BDPA Columbus...you better ask somebody!!!!

Thanks so much!!
Deborah E. Smedley, President
BDPA Columbus

Cloud Computing and Virtualization (BDPA Columbus)

BDPA is a global member focused organization that serves the professional well-being of its stakeholders.  This blog encourages all of our stakeholders in Central Ohio to make plans to participate in the upcoming program meeting hosted by our BDPA Columbus chapter. BDPA Columbus remains committed to excellence and providing a wide spectrum of resources to members, corporate sponsors, businesses, educational institutions and the community. The organization is a catalyst for professional growth and technical development for those in the IT industry.

JPMorgan Chase Hosts Information Exchange on Emerging Technologies - 
Cloud Computing and Virtualization

Presenter: Technology Director - Larry Glaze

 Monday, November 7, 2011  from  5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

 at

JPMorgan Chase

1111 Polaris Parkway

Columbus, OH 43240

North Entrance - Conference Room: 1D0031/1D1039

Presentation Overview

Discover basics on Cloud Computing and virtualization and how it is being leveraged in the Financial Industry. We will be discussing:

·Scope, direction and emerging trends

·Technologies and applications

·Education and credentials required

·Career & business opportunities
 

Register for this event now at :

http://bdpacolumbusinfoexchangenex-atom.eventbrite.com

There is an immediate need for IT professionals at Chase!  Recruiters will be in attendance. Bring resumes. Create a profile on chase.com

JPMorgan Chase Career Fair (BDPA Northern Delaware)

JPMorgan Chase in conjunction with Northern Delaware Chapter will be hosting a career expo:  

Date: Thursday, September 29th

Location: 500 Stanton Christiana Road, Ops1, Newark, DE 19719
Time: 3:00pm - 7:00pm ET

Business Attire recommended. Please bring resumes and valid ID.

Click here for more information.

For questions regarding the expos, please contact Ari Fleeman, ari.fleeman@chase.com.

Kimberly Davis, President of JPMorgan Chase Foundation

Fast Company recently touted JPMorgan Chase Foundation president Kimberly Davis as one of this year's 'Most Creative People' as they wrote:

When Kimberly Davis flew from New York to San Diego to announce the $1 million recipient of JPMorgan Chase's crowdsourced philanthropy competition, the winners waiting for her on the other end weren't expecting much -- a buttoned-up figurehead, maybe, who would breeze in for 20 minutes, shaking hands and kissing babies for the cameras. "But she showed up at 6 a.m. and talked to every single volunteer about what they did at the organization," says Laren Poole, cofounder of Invisible Children. "It was so clear that she's the heartbeat behind the whole thing. She got it in a way that I didn't expect."

There are many JPMC employees in BDPA. I hope that many of them find a way to support BDPA Education and Technology Foundation in the weeks and months to come.

Payroll Pledge: JPMorgan Chase Good Works Employee Giving Campaign

JPMorgan Chase Foundation informed us that one of its employees directed her personal campaign pledge to the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF). BETF is proud to be one of the 4,500 nonprofit organizations supported by this employee giving campaign.

Earlier this year we learned that JPMorgan Chase Foundation was going to provide a 100% matching gift for a donation made by Estelle Cephas (Northern Delaware).

Our hope is that other JPMC employees will consider making payroll pledges to support BDPA programs and services.

JPMorgan Chase Employee Giving Campaign

The JPMorgan Chase Foundation informed us that employees of JPMorgan Chase (JPMC) have selected BDPA Education and Technology Foundation (BETF) as one of the organizations to which they have elected to make a one-time or recurring donation through the 2009 Good Words Employee Giving Campaign. The campaign is conducted annually to by JPMC to allow its employees to support the charities of their choice through one-time or reoccuring charitable donations. Employees can direct their funds to any nonprofit organization.

Payout of the funds to BETF is scheduled to begin in early 2010.

We are excited to see that more BDPA members or supporters are working with their employer to establish donations via payroll deductions. We need this support to continue funding scholarships and youth education programs for K-12 students around the nation.

There are alot of JPMC employees who support BDPA. Are any of 'em in your chapter? If so, make sure that they read this blog post!

JPMorgan Chase Foundation

JPMorgan Chase supports non-governmental organizations working internationally in three focus areas: community development, youth education, and arts and culture. Requests focusing on microfinance and small business development, low-income housing, youth education in low-income communities, and arts and culture projects aimed at promoting asset development in low-income communities are of particular interest.

Nonprofit organizations both inside and outside the U.S. where JPMorgan Chase has a grants program, including specific countries in the Asia/Pacific region, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, as well as Canada, are eligible to apply.

Organizations based in the United States can apply throughout the year using the online letter of inquiry form available on the JPMorgan Chase website.

International organizations based outside the U.S. must submit a short preliminary proposal via email to the appropriate regional grant coordinator.

Vote for BETF in Chase Community Giving Initiative on Facebook

Chase is donating $5 million to local charities, and you help decide where it goes. It's as simple as search, vote, share.

I'm hopeful that all Facebook users that are reading this post will vote for BDPA Education and Technology Foundation.

And tell a friend!

Tayo Ibikunle Appointed to BDPA Foundation

BDPA Education & Technology Foundation (BETF), a tax-exempt non-profit organization that provides financial support for education and technology programs of Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA), announced the appointment of Tayo Ibikunle, Ph.D as a member of the BETF Board of Directors. Mr. Ibikunle is a seasoned IT executive with decades of years of experience in strategic planning initiatives.

"I am excited to work with Dr. Ibikunle in his new role as a Board member to continue delivering value to BETF stakeholders, students and sponsors,” said Wayne Hicks, BETF executive director. "He comes to us highly recommended by his peers in the industry. Tayo's executive experiences with JPMorgan Chase over the years, as well as his current role as the JPMorgan Chase executive sponsor for BDPA, make him uniquely qualified to assist BETF. BETF is fortunate to have her in this leadership role."

Tayo Ibikunle is a Senior Technology Director in Chase Credit Card Services and is currently the head of Core Processing technology for the business. After leading the successful migration of one of the largest credit card processing systems in the world, Tayo has accountability for end-to-end IT services for the core processing platform going forward, with direct responsibility for Application Delivery. Since 2006, Tayo has been Executive Sponsor of JPMC’s engagement with BDPA.

Tayo Ibikunle has also held several senior IT roles at JPMorgan Chase, across many of the key businesses – including the Investment Bank, the Middle Market Business, the Retail business, the Corporate Sector and most recently the Credit Card business. In these capacities, Tayo was responsible for delivering IT solutions to enable an integrated customer experience across customer channels and touch-points. He also assumed IT leadership responsibilities for the Middle Market business segment, which managed the firm’s relationships for over 12,000 corporate clients.

Among other key roles, Tayo has held positions of Co-Chief IT Architect and Chief Technical Architect. Prior to joining JP Morgan, Tayo was Senior Strategic Manager at Sybase Engineering in California. Before taking the role of Senior Strategic Manager, Tayo was a Principal Consultant working with several Wall Street and Telecommunication Firms to build large scale, distributed trading and processing engines for their businesses. At Thorn EMI Central Research Laboratories in the United Kingdom, Tayo was a Principal Research Engineer and worked on key pattern recognition and image processing technologies.

Tayo has both an MS and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College, University of London, as well as a BS in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Ife, Nigeria. He is also a member of the Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE).

Tayo is happily married and together with his wife of 19 years, has three sons. He is also actively involved and has leadership responsibilities in a number of non-profit organizations – including ACF USA, a non-profit organization focused on socioeconomic development in Africa. He is also an active sponsor of an inner city school in the city of Philadelphia. He has also led fund-raising activity for major business units at JPMC for the United Way and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Ibikunle to the BDPA Foundation family.