MISSION STATEMENT
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) aims to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.
MAJOR CAREER CLUSTERS
ALIGNED WITH FBLA
GET INVOLVED
*Judge competitive events
*Exhibit at state conference
*Present a workshop
*Sponsor competitive events
*Join an advisory council
*Partner with a local chapter
WHY STUDENTS JOIN FBLA
*Career Preparation
*Challenging Competitions
*Scholarships
*Travel Opportunities
*Networking
*State & National Recognition
TENNESSEE FBLA EVENTS
*Leadership Camp | September
*CTSO Regional Fall Leadership Days *Regional Leadership Conferences |
January/February
*State Leadership Conference | April *National Leadership Conference | June/July
FBLA GOALS
*DEVELOP competent, aggressive business leadership.
*STRENGTHEN the confidence of students in themselves and their work.
*CREATE more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise.
*ENCOURAGE members in the development of individual projects that contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community.
*DEVELOP character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism. *ENCOURAGE and practice efficient money management.
*ENCOURAGE scholarship and promote school loyalty.
*ASSIST students in the establishment of occupational goals.
*FACILITATE the transition from school to work.
FBLA FACTS
25% of members are more likely to say they plan to attend a four year college or university.
40% of members are more likely to start their own business after high school graduation.
60% of students interested in business majors/careers say FBLA positively impacted their academic performance.