INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) will host its 2026 National Conference July 15-18 at the Hyatt Regency in Indianapolis. The four-day event will bring together technology industry leaders and innovators to explore new trends, network, and advance careers.

Founded in 1975, BDPA works to increase the representation of minorities in technology by providing resources, education, and professional development opportunities.

“BDPA was founded in 1975. It’s a tech organization, and we’re trying to get more underrepresented minorities in the tech field,” said Stephanie Gloster, national BDPA president.

“We have low representation in STEM, and we just want to make sure that people starting as young as middle school up through the...