{"id":3133,"date":"2025-12-06T12:29:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-06T12:29:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sankofakids.org\/?page_id=3133"},"modified":"2025-12-06T14:11:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T14:11:37","slug":"eric-a-brockman","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sankofakids.org\/?page_id=3133","title":{"rendered":"Eric A. 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Brockman \u2013 BIO 2024\n<br>\nFounder &amp; Chairman, FOCUS (Focus on Communities United for Success)\n<\/b>\n\nEric A. Brockman is a visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in the Information\nTechnology and Cybersecurity sectors. As the Founder and Chairman of FOCUS, Eric has dedicated\nhis career to transforming lives and communities through education, empowerment, and\ntechnology.<br><br>\n\nWith a robust background as a Certified Computer Systems Engineer and Cybersecurity\nPractitioner, Eric&#8217;s expertise extends across network systems design, architecture, and\ncybersecurity. His technical acumen, coupled with a passion for community service, has driven\nFOCUS to become a beacon of hope and opportunity for underprivileged young adults in the\nDistrict of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.<br><br>\n\nEric founded FOCUS in 1994 with a mission to address the educational and personal development\nneeds of young adults in disadvantaged communities. Under his leadership, FOCUS has grown into\na dynamic organization that provides comprehensive IT and cybersecurity training, equipping\nindividuals with the skills necessary to thrive in today\u2019s competitive job market. Eric\u2019s commitment\nto bridging the opportunity gap is evident in every aspect of his work, from mentoring and tutoring to\nstrategic leadership and community outreach.<br><br>\n\nBeyond his professional achievements, Eric is deeply committed to his ministry work, serving in\nvarious capacities at New Psalmist Baptist Church in Baltimore, Maryland. His dedication to both\nhis faith and his community is a testament to his belief in the transformative power of education\nand service.<br><br>\n\nEric A. Brockman continues to inspire and empower others, leading by example and demonstrating\nthat with the right tools and guidance, anyone can achieve social and economic stability. 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