Pamela Sexton is a candidate for 2014-2015 National BDPA Vice President. She shares her personal information as well as a statement on why she wants this leadership position. The election will take place during the Delegates Meeting at the 35th annual BDPA Technology Conference in Washington DC on August 14-17, 2013

1. Candidate, National Vice-President, National Black Data Processing Associates
Why Am I Running?
I desire to lead the office of National Vice-President to accelerate realization of the overall vision
and mission of our beloved BDPA. I have been blessed to be a Brand Ambassador for BPDA in
numerous roles, both local and national, establishing collaborative partnerships, lifelong
relationships and proven results in support of the organization. Combined with my professional
leadership experience and family support, I feel I am highly qualified to assume this role, support
our National President, Executive Council and collaborate with our members, corporate and
strategic partners.
Summary Of Qualifications
National: Vice-President of Strategy of Planning (2012-2013); Conference Director (2009 – Current)
Local: Chapter President (2010 – Current); Corporate Advisory Council (2005-2009)
Professional: HSBC North America: Senior Manager, Quality Assurance Organization
Pamela’s Leadership Mission & Vision
Vision
Transform the organizational culture and level of accountability across all key stakeholders.
Mission
Provide leadership, training and coaching across the organization to achieve our strategic goals and
enhance the corporate perception of BDPA as a vital technology partner and thought leader.
Professional Experience & Training
 Over twenty (20) years of Information Technology experience with HSBC North America
 Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF) Protégé program
 ITIL v3 Foundation and ITIL Manager Service Transition Lifecycle certification
 Master’s Certificate, Project Management
Personal
Two (2) children, active member of CityPoint Community Church, enjoy traveling, attending live
concerts and sporting events, cooking and entertaining family and friends.