FBLA Battle of the Chapters Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the official colors of FBLA?

Blue and Gold

Who developed the concept of FBLA?

Dr. Hamden L. Forkner

What do the letters of FBLA stand for?

Future Business Leaders of America

What is the 2020-2021 Florida FBLA-PBL State theme?

Reimagine Tomorrow Signup and view all the answers

In the officer installation ceremony, what does the tall white candle symbolize?

The entire chapter working together Signup and view all the answers

In what city will the 2021 State Leadership Conference be held?

Orlando Signup and view all the answers

According to correct parliamentary procedure, a motion made by a member begins with what two words?

I move... Signup and view all the answers

What is the mission of FBLA?

To bring business and education together in a positive working relationship. Signup and view all the answers

In what Florida city was the 2019 state fall conference held?

Orlando Signup and view all the answers

How many districts are there in Florida FBLA?

28 Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the current region 1 state vice president?

Codie Bouwkamp Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter officer typically presides over and conducts meetings?

President Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the membership division for alumni, parents, business people, and other friends of the organization?

Professional Division Signup and view all the answers

Where is the National FBLA-PBL Center located?

Reston, Virginia Signup and view all the answers

Who is the Florida state adviser?

Jody Jones Signup and view all the answers

What high school organized the first FBLA chapter in Florida?

Hillsborough High School in Tampa Signup and view all the answers

What do the letters PBL stand for?

Phi Beta Lambda Signup and view all the answers

In what state was the first LOCAL FBLA chapter started?

Tennessee Signup and view all the answers

For over 40 years, FBLA-PBL has partnered with an organization on the national level to raise funds for this nonprofit charity. What is the name of this organization?

March of Dimes Signup and view all the answers

How many regions are there in Florida FBLA?

Five Signup and view all the answers

What is the FBLA's official parliamentary authority?

Roberts Rules of Order, Newly Revised Signup and view all the answers

Who makes the rules and policies that govern Florida FBLA?

The Board of Directors Signup and view all the answers

Which state chartered the first STATE chapter of FBLA?

Iowa Signup and view all the answers

How many chapter advisers represent FBLA on the State Board of Directors?

Five, one from each region Signup and view all the answers

What are the first three words of the FBLA PLEDGE?

I solemnly promise... Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Florida FBLA-PBL Foundation?

To raise funds to assist Florida FBLA-PBL Signup and view all the answers

Name the individual who represents our region in the Board of Directors.

Mrs. Melissa Baxley Signup and view all the answers

What is the current state project selected by the state officers?

March of Dimes Signup and view all the answers

What two words are repeated throughout the FBLA creed?

I believe Signup and view all the answers

What is the CMH?

Chapter Management Handbook Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the leadership training held in conjunction with the National Leadership Conference?

Institute for Leaders Signup and view all the answers

Name the individual who was the National PBL President in 1996-97 and currently serves as president of the board of directors.

Ronald W. (Ron) Pierce Signup and view all the answers

In what city was the first National Leadership Conference held?

Chicago, Illinois Signup and view all the answers

When was the name Future Business Leaders of America selected for our organization?

1940 Signup and view all the answers

How many student members of Florida FBLA-PBL are on the Board of Directors, and what office or offices do they have to hold to be on the board?

Two, FBLA and PBL State Presidents Signup and view all the answers

What is the website for Florida FBLA-PBL?

<a href="http://www.floridafbla-pbl.com">www.floridafbla-pbl.com</a> Signup and view all the answers

The job interview and future business leader events require 6 copies of a letter of application and resume in how many folders?

Six Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

FBLA Overview

Official colors of FBLA: Blue and Gold
Concept developer: Dr. Hamden L. Forkner
Acronym FBLA stands for: Future Business Leaders of America
Current state theme for Florida FBLA-PBL (2020-2021): Reimagine Tomorrow

Conferences and Events

2021 State Leadership Conference location: Orlando
2019 state fall conference location: Orlando
First National Leadership Conference city: Chicago, Illinois
Leadership training at the national conference: Institute for Leaders

Organizational Structure

Tall white candle in officer installation symbolizes: Chapter unity
Number of districts in Florida FBLA: 28
Number of regions in Florida FBLA: Five
Chapter officers' meeting leader: President
Board of Directors governs Florida FBLA rules and policies
Student member representation on the board includes: FBLA and PBL State Presidents

Professional and Alumni Engagement

Membership division for alumni, parents, and business professionals: Professional Division
Florida state adviser: Jody Jones
Individual representing region in the Board of Directors: Mrs. Melissa Baxley
National PBL President (1996-97) and current board president: Ronald W. (Ron) Pierce

Key Procedures and Guidelines

Proper parliamentary motion begins with: "I move..."
Official parliamentary authority: Roberts Rules of Order, Newly Revised
Required materials for job interview and future business leader events: 6 copies of letters of application and resumes in six folders

Historical Milestones

First LOCAL FBLA chapter established in: Tennessee
First STATE chapter chartered by: Iowa
First FBLA chapter organized in Florida: Hillsborough High School, Tampa
Official name "Future Business Leaders of America" adopted in: 1940

Mission and Community Involvement

Mission of FBLA: To unite business and education in a collaborative relationship
National fundraising partner for over 40 years: March of Dimes
Current state project selected by state officers: March of Dimes

Additional Information

FBLA creed repeats the words: "I believe"
Chapter Management Handbook abbreviated as: CMH
Website for Florida FBLA-PBL: www.floridafbla-pbl.com

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Test your knowledge about FBLA with these flashcards! Covering key concepts like its history, official colors, and state themes, this quiz will help you prepare for competitions and enhance your understanding of Future Business Leaders of America.