Norris FBLA   

What is FBLA?

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a national vocational student association for students in grades 7-12 who are interested in business or business education careers. Over 4,000 students in more than 100 high schools in Nebraska participate in the FBLA program. Benefits of FBLA membership are business proficiencies, community responsibility, leadership skills, and self-confidence.

What does FBLA do? 

FBLA provides the business leaders of tomorrow with the necessary skills to successfully compete in the job market, pursue postsecondary education, or manage personal skills.  Members learn how to lead and participate in group discussions by engaging in practical problem-solving and decision-making activities. FBLA members learn the value of competition through directed competitive events.

Who can join?

Any secondary student in grades 7-12 who is interested in a career in business and has taken or is currently enrolled in at least one business course is eligible to join.

How can FBLA benefit you?

Your involvement in Nebraska FBLA will give us:

  • Your knowledge and experience
  • Your assistance in conference activities
  • Your image as a role model for peers
  • Your help in membership recruitment
  • You as a human resource for future efforts of the organization

Leadership

One of the most important goals of Nebraska FBLA is to develop leadership qualities in its members. Participation in FBLA activities as a member, committee chairperson, or officer provides experiences that contribute to the development of a positive self-image and a feeling of accomplishment.

Community

Chapter activities that make a contribution to the community provide members with the opportunity to develop civic pride and responsibility. Members also meet influential business and community leaders, learn the steps necessary to complete a project, and work with business and government officials.

Goals for FBLA

The goals of FBLA are:

  • Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
  • Strengthen students' confidence in themselves and their work
  • Create more interest in and understanding of the American business enterprise system Encourage the development of individual projects that contribute to home, business and community improvements
  • Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship
  • Encourage and practice efficient money management
  • Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
  • Help students establish occupational goals
  • Facilitate the transition from school to work