Showing posts with label Officers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Officers. Show all posts

Friday, January 25, 2013

Who Am I? Monique Berry (National BDPA President)

BDPA and the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation strive to make a difference in both the Black community. We have some serious people who volunteer to implement programs that will advance the careers of African Americans in the IT industry. We don't always get a chance to know our BDPA leaders in a personal way. This blog decided to try and provide you with a different perspective ... a different look ... at our BDPA leaders.



Who Am I?

Monique Berry

IF I WERE A...
  • MONTH, I would be... April
  • COLOR, I would be... Red
  • TIME OF DAY, I would be... 12:00 AM
  • SUPERPOWER, I would be... The ability to copy or absorb another's powers or skills
  • FLOWER, I would be... Rose
  • SONG, I would be... Don't Worry Be Happy
  • CAR, I would be... Bugatti Veyron 16.3 Grand Sport Vitesse
  • ITEM OF CLOTHING, I would be... a hat
  • ANIMAL, I would be... a Tiger
  • FOOD, I would be... Red Velvet Chocolate
  • MOVIE, I would be... The Godfather
  • CITY/TOWN, I would be... Las Vegas
  • SPORT, I would be... Golf
Monique Berry has a powerful legacy within BDPA as a successful local chapter president and one of a handful of national presidents.  It has been my sincere pleasure to serve with her and I encourage all who read this blog post to take a moment and email her on president@bdpa.org.

Our hope is that Monique will join us here on the blog to share deeper insights into these things via the COMMENTS feature! What did you learn about our national president via this blog post that you may never have known otherwise?

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

President Profile: Dr. Craig Brown (BDPA Houston)

I think that this may be the first time in over 35 years of BDPA history that a national officer simultaneously served as a local chapter president. If so, much respect must be accorded to Dr. Craig Brown ... who is now serving as the president of the BDPA Houston Chapter. When asked about this challenge, Dr. Brown wrote,
"With the Houston Chapter currently in a rebuilding phase I was asked to serve as the Chapter President until such time that the chapter can sustain proper elections and a full body of officers can be installed. At this time the By-Laws of the chapter will be submitted and the chapter can submit a full roster. Serving in the capacities as both National Vice President and Houston Chapter President is very time consuming and at times takes its toll. The people that support me in Houston and the National Team I work with continue to fill my heart with the nourishment that is needed to fulfill these tasks to the fullest. Since I have taken on both missions I am committed to seeing them both through. Right now the Houston Chapter is more of a project as I am the sole investor and I have some help with management. My national duties are bigger and more organized as I am part of a team and I have support whenever needed."
BDPA Houston Chapter
5644 Westheimer Road, #237
Houston, TX 77056
(281) 687-9219


Dr. Brown has more than 20 years experience in the information technology industry. Dr. Brown's goal of mentoring – and offering advice that results in a more firm grasp of those technologies companies depend on – is being realized every day. His credentials and experience have propelled his career as a leading expert in the IT arena.


Favorite Scripture: 'Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.' ~ Proverbs 22:6


Dr. Brown's extensive background in database administration, ERP Administration and more is backed by more than 25 certifications and a bachelor’s degree in computer science and mechanical engineering. He has also earned a master’s in business administration along with a Doctorate in Management Information Systems & Computer Information Systems.


Favorite Quote: 'The workings of the human heart are the profoundest mystery of the universe. One moment they make us despair of our kind, and the next we see in them the reflection of the divine image.' ~ Charles Chestnutt (1858-1932)


Just for fun Dr. Brown indulges his competitive streak with bowling, golfing and his adventurous side with sky diving, snowboarding, motorcycling and other motor sports.

Monday, January 7, 2013

Who Am I? - Craig Brown (National BDPA Vice President)

BDPA and the BDPA Education and Technology Foundation strive to make a difference in both the Black community. We have some serious people who volunteer to implement programs that will advance the careers of African Americans in the IT industry. We don't always get a chance to know our BDPA leaders in a personal way. This blog decided to try and provide you with a different perspective ... a different look ... at our BDPA leaders.



Who Am I?

Dr. Craig Brown

IF I WERE A...
  • MONTH, I would be... May
  • COLOR, I would be... Blue
  • TIME OF DAY, I would be... 5:00 AM
  • SUPERPOWER, I would be... Green Lantern
  • FLOWER, I would be... Tulip
  • SONG, I would be... Kiss by a Rose (Seal)
  • CAR, I would be... Volkswagen Bug (Original)
  • ITEM OF CLOTHING, I would be... Suspenders
  • ANIMAL, I would be... Rhino
  • FOOD, I would be... Steak - Filet (Medium Well)
  • MOVIE, I would be... Top Gun
  • CITY/TOWN, I would be... Chicago
  • SPORT, I would be... Motorcycle Racing
You can find Dr. Brown on Facebook, LinkedIn Network or Twitter.

Our hope is that Dr. Brown will join us here on the blog to share deeper insights into these things via the COMMENTS feature! What did you learn about our national vice president via this blog post that you may never have known otherwise?

Saturday, August 18, 2007

2007-2008 BETF Officers

BETF appointments made at the 3rd quarter meeting held in Washington DC include:
  • Earl Pace (Pace Data Systems) - remains the BETF Chairman of the Board for another year.
  • Larry Quinlan (Deloitte) - appointed BETF Secretary and liaison to the Scholarship Committee
  • Lydia Barron (Barron Enterprises) - appointed chair of the BETF Investment Committee