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Six Corporations Win Awards in 2004: Best Companies for Blacks in Technology
Six Corporations Win Awards in 2004: Best Companies for Blacks in Technology
Published 07-20-04
Submitted by Black Data Processing Associates
diversity talent, announced Allstate Insurance,Blackwell Consulting Services, Delta Air Lines, HSBC Technology & Services (formerly Household), Marriott International, and Merck & Co as the winners of the 2nd Annual Best Companies for Blacks in Technology Award. One of these companies will be announced as the Top Company for Blacks in Technology and receive the much coveted Epsilon Award that will be presented at the BDPA 2004 26th Annual National Conference (http://www.bdpa.org/conference.cfm)to be held being held August 4-8, 2004 at the prestigious Adams Mark Hotel (http://www.bdpa.org/chotel2004.cfm) in Dallas, TX. The Epsilon Award is presented annually to the top company in the nation that promotes a workplace and environment that supports the advancement of Blacks in the information technology industry.
Who Sponsors This Award?
WorkplaceDiversity.com is a job search web site for corporate recruiters who want to make a good faith effort to reach experienced diversity talent. The site bridges the gap between companies that support diversity and experienced diversity candidates by providing one central location to post open positions.
BDPA, a national organization, is the premier organization for African Americans in Information Technology (IT). Founded in 1975, BDPA is celebrating a 28-year commitment to closing the digital divide. "We are very pleased to recognize the outstanding contributions that these companies have made for Blacks in Technology," said National BDPA President, R. Wayne Hicks. "In this economy, many African Americans in technology are concerned about opportunities for both employment and advancement. It is important to recognize those exceptional companies that have provided African Americans with challenging and fulfilling career opportunities in Information Technology."
"BDPA is the voice of African Americans in IT," said Dan Honig, Chief Operating Officer of WorkplaceDiversity.com. "WorkplaceDiversity.com is honored to be working with BDPA because it is committed to closing the digital divide and helping African American IT professionals advance. " Added Honig, "We are very pleased to recognize these companies that are truly practicing workplace diversity in their IT departments."
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Over 80 Corporations Invited to Participate
Of the over 80 BDPA Corporate Sponsors and Supporters invited to participate in this inaugural study, there were less than 25 responses. Companies were asked to complete a comprehensive survey that rated their performance in the areas of Demographics, Diversity Programs, Diversity (Training, Affinity Groups), Tenure, Promotions and Terminations, Diversity Recruiting, Career Path Programs, Minority Vendor Programs, and Community Outreach. Will Bundy, National BDPA Outside Director, said, "Responses were not unexpected. Some companies are making significant progress while others are doing what is required to meet minimum standards." Added Bundy, "Our BDPA survey questions are the right ones to cause reflection on whether programs value Diversity and build opportunities that work. Our winners have demonstrated a commitment to people and an understanding that Diversity has a bottom line business case value."
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About BDPA
Founded in 1975 by Earl Pace and the late David Wimberly, BDPA is a member focused organization that serves the professional well-being of its stakeholders. BDPA remains committed to excellence in delivering expertise by providing a wide spectrum of resources to its 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. With 53 chapters (http://www.bdpa.org/chapters.cfm) across the United States, the BDPA is the premier organization for African Americans in technology. The BDPA national headquarters is located in Greenbelt, Maryland. For more information about BDPA, contact Vercilla A. Brown, executive director, at (800) 727-2372. Website: http://www.bdpa.org
About WorkplaceDiversity.com
WorkplaceDiversity.com (www.WorkplaceDiversity.com) is the source for diversity talent. The first career web site for companies that want to recruit experienced diversity candidates, it combines leading technology with diversity and career information from over 2,500 sources. WorkplaceDiversity.com enables experienced diversity talent to find open positions at companies that support diversity, and to obtain information and resources that will help them attain their career goals. For more information about WorkplaceDiversity.com, please visit www.WorkplaceDiversity.com, or call (973) 992-7311.
2004 Epsilon Award will be announced at the BDPA Awards Banquet on August 7, 2004. Banquet tickets and press passes still available.
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