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Black IT org., WorkplaceDiversity.com form partnership

WorkplaceDiversity.com, the source for diversity talent, and the National Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA http://www.bdpa.org) announced a joint venture to recognize the 10 best companies for Blacks in technology as well as to honor one of the 10 companies as Company of the Year. The award for Company of the Year will be presented at BDPA’s 2003 Annual National Conference to be held Aug. 13-17, 2003 at the Marriott Hotel in Philadelphia, PA.

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-American in Information Technology (IT). Founded in 1975, BDPA is celebrating a 27- year commitment to closing the digital divide. "We are very pleased to partner with WorkplaceDiversity.com to recognize the best companies for Blacks in technology," said National BDPA President, Milt Haynes. “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 Wayne E. Pollard, president and co-founder 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 Pollard, “We are very pleased to recognize 10 companies that are truly practicing workplace diversity in their IT departments