BYOC has a new address - 1 Sheakley Way - C46, Cincinnati, OH 45246
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Summer Classes Start June 2
I have been an IT professional for over 30 years. I worked for Procter & Gamble for 24 years developing, managing and supporting technology for many business units both in the U.S. and abroad. Created technology strategy and implementation plans to enable business success. Worked with associates in Europe, Asia and Mexico to build global technology infrastructure and applications which supported global business models in product development and manufacturing.
Building on my Procter & Gamble experiences, I created Business & Gaming Technologies, Inc. to offer technology solutions to small and medium sized businesses in the Greater Cincinnati area and Indianapolis.
We offer computing/networking technologies, web solutions, and office technologies to businesses. We sell hardware components and provide repair services to retail customers at CDM Computers (local retail stores) in Cincinnati and Indianapolis.
I founded BYOC Camps and Clubs for several reasons. I have always looked for ways to give back to the community through my business. BYOC allows me to share my skills and experiences with the upcoming generation giving them a head start in technology. As an African American woman, I know the challenges African Americans and women face in technology. Besides there being too few people in technology overall, very few are women or minority. The statistics haven't changed in over 30 years. BYOC gives me the opportunity to impact those statistics and help prepare others like me for the journey. The excitment of learning technology, the joy in seeing ideas come to life, the determination to overcome technical challenges, BYOC is preparation ground for the future.
Building A Computer is:
Transformational
BYOC is a transformative experience for many campers that has changed career trajectories. We believe that it is important to attract young people to STEM early through fun and creative ways. BYOC creates an environment that values creative and intuitive minds where the culture of STEM can thrive.
Past participants describe their experience in BYOC as life-changing. Here are quotes from a couple of parents campers:
"I can't express how life-changing this has been for my daughter! Once struggling with her grades and unsure of her future, she discovered her passion for computer engineering after attending BYOC CAMPS summer engineering program. Her grades soared, and now she's thriving as a member of Fairfield High School's Women in STEM Club and BYOC's Coding Club...."
Channell
"Camp BYOC has been phenomenal for my daughter. She is really strongly considering a career in technology and enjoys the time she gets to spend learning this new language."
Ashley
Explorer Camp
Explore the World of Zeros and Ones
New Classes in 2025
Explorers get a good exposure and/or a first exposure to tech. For new and returning students.
• Ages 9-17
• New and returning students
• Yr Round
• Youth Who Want to Try Tech
• Hands-on experiences
Apprentice Camp
Apprentices Build a Foundation
New Classes in 2025
Apprentices learn engineering basics as a precursor to the engineering program. For new and returning students.
Engineering Camp
Engineers Go Deeper into Technology
New Classes in 2025
Engineers learn the science of computer technology. For new and returning students.
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