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FBLA stands for Future Business Leaders of America

There are three FBLA divisions

Middle School

High school

Collegiate

FBLA is the CTSO for all Business related programs

The colors are Blue and Gold

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FBLA was founded by Dr. Hamden L. Forkner

The first high school chapter was chartered on February 3, 1942

Iowa held FBLA's first state chapter

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There are over 250,000 FBLA members nationwide

There are 5 regions of FBLA

Western

Mountain Plains

North Central

Southern

Eastern

Georgia is the state with the most FBLA membership

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FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

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You will gain:

Leadership Skills

Knowledge

Real-World Experience

Connections necessary to succeed in the business world

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I BELIEVE:

education is the right of every person.

the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family, and educational institutions, as well as people around the world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups.

every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number.

every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community, and family life.

every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation.

every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school, and community.

I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.

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No dress code can cover all contingencies, so FBLA members must use a certain amount of judgment in their choice of clothing to wear. Members who experience uncertainty about unacceptable attire should ask their local or state adviser.