FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA
LOUISIANA
CHAPTER GUIDELINES
2015 – 2016
Table of Contents
State Chapter Information ..................................................................................................................................... 3
FBLA Awards Program ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Louisiana Student Competitive Guidelines ............................................................................................................ 6
FBLA Competitive Awards .................................................................................................................................. 10
Accounting I ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
Agribusiness ....................................................................................................................................................... 11
American Enterprise Project ............................................................................................................................... 11
Banking and Financial Systems .......................................................................................................................... 12
Business Calculations ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Business Communication .................................................................................................................................... 12
Business Ethics ................................................................................................................................................... 13
Business Financial Plan ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Business Law ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
Business Plan ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Community Service Project ................................................................................................................................. 15
Computer Applications ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Computer Problem Solving ................................................................................................................................. 16
Current Events and General Information............................................................................................................. 16
Digital Video Production ..................................................................................................................................... 17
Economics .......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Electronic Career Portfolio .................................................................................................................................. 18
Emerging Business Issues .................................................................................................................................. 18
Entrepreneurship................................................................................................................................................. 19
FBLA Principles and Procedures ........................................................................................................................ 20
Global Business .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Healthcare Administration ................................................................................................................................... 21
Help Desk ........................................................................................................................................................... 21
Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit ...................................................................................... 21
Hospitality Management ...................................................................................................................................... 22
Impromptu Speaking ........................................................................................................................................... 22
Insurance and Risk Management........................................................................................................................ 23
Introduction to Business ...................................................................................................................................... 23
Introduction to Business Communication ............................................................................................................ 23
Introduction to Business Presentation ................................................................................................................. 23
Introduction to Business Procedures................................................................................................................... 24
Introduction to Financial Math ............................................................................................................................. 24
Introduction to Information Technology ............................................................................................................... 25
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure ............................................................................................................. 25
Job Interview ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
Local Chapter Annual Business Report .............................................................................................................. 26
Louisiana Who’s Who in FBLA Award................................................................................................................. 27
Marketing ............................................................................................................................................................ 27
Mr. and Ms. Future Business Leader .................................................................................................................. 28
Parliamentary Procedure .................................................................................................................................... 29
Partnership with Business Project ....................................................................................................................... 30
Personal Finance ................................................................................................................................................ 30
Public Service Announcement ............................................................................................................................ 31
Public Speaking I ................................................................................................................................................ 31
Public Speaking II ............................................................................................................................................... 31
Publication Design .............................................................................................................................................. 32
Richard D. Clanton Memorial Scholarship Award ............................................................................................... 33
Sales Presentation .............................................................................................................................................. 33
Social Media Campaign ...................................................................................................................................... 34
Sports and Entertainment Management .............................................................................................................. 35
Spreadsheet Applications ................................................................................................................................... 35
Website Design ................................................................................................................................................... 36
Word Processing ................................................................................................................................................. 36
Richard D. Clanton Memorial Award Preliminary and Final Rating Sheet ........................................................... 37
Who’s Who in Louisiana FBLA Award Preliminary and Final Rating Sheet ........................................................ 39
Permission to Travel Form .................................................................................................................................. 41
FBLA-PBL Dress Code ....................................................................................................................................... 42
Louisiana FBLA Chapter Guidelines
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2015 – 2016 LOUISIANA FBLA
STATE CHAPTER INFORMATION
REMINDER: State and National dues are
sent to the National Office in one check.
The National Office will send correspondence to
local chapters providing instructions on how to
send dues.
Chapters must pay both state and national dues.
DUES:
FBLA
State
$5.00
DUES:
FBLA
National
$6.00
conference. Louisiana Who’s Who in
FBLA cash awards are given for the first,
second, and third place winners at the
state conference.
5. Mr. and Ms. FBL Scholarship donations
must be received on or before January 22.
The Mr. and Ms. FBL Scholarship donation
form is available online on the Louisiana
FBLA web site. Please print a copy of the
form before submitting it online. Keep a
copy of the form for your records and
include a copy with your check.
Checks should be made payable to
Louisiana FBLA.
Donations should be mailed to:
MAIL TO NATIONAL ADDRESS:
National Membership Dues
FBLA-PBL Inc.
P. O. Box 79063
Baltimore, MD 21279-0063
Phone: 800-325-2946
Fax: 703-758-0749
Website Address: http://fbla-pbl.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. The Louisiana FBLA Adviser In-Service will
be held on October 8, 2016 in Ville Platte at
the Ville Platte Civic Center. Check the
Louisiana FBLA website for registration
information.
2. There will be three sites of the National Fall
Leadership Conference.
November 6 -7
November 13 – 14
November 20 – 21
Omaha, NE
Charleston, SC
Baltimore, MD
3. Mr. FBL, Ms. FBL, and Parliamentary
Procedure cash awards are given for the
first place winner(s) at each district
conference. The district winners will be
recognized at the 2016 State Leadership
Conference opening session.
4. Mr. FBL, Ms. FBL, Parliamentary
Procedure, and the Richard D. Clanton
Memorial cash awards are given for the
first place winner(s) at the state
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Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
Louisiana FBLA
4200 Chateau Blvd. Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
6. State Conference Plaque donations must be
received on or before January 22. The
State Conference Plaque donation form is
available online on the Louisiana FBLA web
site. Please print a copy of the form before
sumitting it online. Keep a copy of the form
for your records and include a copy with
your check.
Checks should be made payable to
Louisiana FBLA.
Donations should be mailed to:
Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
Louisiana FBLA
4200 Chateau Blvd. Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
7. Contributions to the Louisiana FBLA
Foundation must be received on or before
January 22. The Foundation form is
available online on the Louisiana FBLA web
site. Please print a copy of the form before
submitting it online. Keep a copy of the form
for your records and include a copy with
your check.
Checks should be made payable to:
Louisiana FBLA Foundation
Additional contributions should be mailed to:
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Mrs. Mary Baker, Secretary-Treasurer
Louisiana FBLA Foundation
4621 East Quail Hollow
Lake Charles, LA 70605
FBLA Foundation: One dollar from each
member’s state dues will automatically be
designated to the Louisiana FBLA
Foundation; therefore, a chapter with 50
members will automatically be a member of
the Foundation after paying their state dues.
Chapters with fewer than 50 members
may make an additional contribution for
the balance of the $50 to become
members.
Chapters are encouraged to make additional
contributions to the Louisiana FBLA
Foundation.
Membership Classifications include:
Bronze:
Silver:
Gold:
Honorary Life:
$ 50
$ 100
$ 200
$1000
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199
999
- or more
Please note that a $50 chapter
contribution will make your chapter
eligible for Foundation membership.
State winners from chapters belonging to
the Foundation are eligible for the
Foundation stipend to assist in expenses
to the National Leadership Conference.
Any funds allotted to the FBLA Chapters
will be distributed after the National
Leadership Conference.
8. FBLA 2016 District Conference Dates:
District VI
January 27, 2016
Southeastern Univ. – Hammond
District IV
January 28, 2016
McNeese State Univ. - Lake Charles
District V
January 29, 2016
Conven. Center & Cajundome – Lafayette
District III
Northwestern State Univ. - Natchitoches
February 5, 2016
9. FBLA 2016 State Leadership Conference
Dates:
April 3 -5, 2016
Conference Headquarters:
Lafayette Convention Center and
Cajundome, Lafayette, LA
The State Conference Packet will be
available online before the district
conferences begin. Check the Louisiana
FBLA website for updates.
10. ALL WRITTEN REPORTS AND/OR
PROJECTS AND/OR APPLICATION
MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED
ONLINE ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 27.
This includes:
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American Enterprise Project
Business Financial Plan
Business Plan
Community Service Project
Digital Video Production
Electronic Career Portfolio
Introduction to Business Presentation
Local Chapter Annual Business Report
Partnership with Business Project
Public Service Announcement
Publication Design
Social Media Campaign
Web Site Design
THREE COPIES of the resume` and/or
application materials for the following
should be mailed to:
Mrs. Jeanie Pontiff
FBLA State Committee Member
935 Oscar Rivette Road
Arnaudville, LA 70512
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Job Interview
Louisiana Who’s Who Award (NLC
Who’s Who Contestant)
Mr. FBL
Ms. FBL
District II
Univ. of Louisiana – Monroe
February 3, 2016
District I
Homer High School - Homer
February 4, 2016
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THREE COPIES of the resume` and/or
application materials for the following
should be mailed to:
Richard D. Clanton Awards
Committee
c/o Louisiana FBLA
Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
4200 Chateau Blvd. Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
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Richard D. Clanton Memorial
Scholarship Award (State Award)
11. FBLA 2016 National Leadership
Conference Dates:
Atlanta, GA
June 29 – July 2, 2016
12. The Outstanding Local Adviser award will
be determined by the State Committee after
receiving nominations. Local chapter
members, as well as advisers from other
schools, may nominate someone for
Outstanding Local Adviser. All nominations
must be submitted online on or before
February 27. The nomination form is
available online on the Louisiana FBLA
website.
FBLA Awards Program
Competitive spirit and recognition of excellence
reflect important aspects of the education
process that prepares students for their roles in
the American Enterprise System.
Today’s students demand and deserve learning
experiences that enable them to achieve
success through effective participation in careerrelated activities designed to reach professional
goals. The Awards Program offers this
opportunity by providing support for curriculum
development that facilitates practical
applications and increases conceptual
knowledge of business principles.
The National Awards Program at the National
Leadership Conference exemplifies the range of
activities and focus of Future Business Leaders
of America. These events are based on projects
developed from the goals of FBLA-PBL and the
curriculums of business education programs.
The State Awards Program attempts to
conform to the National Awards Program as
much as possible. Some differences do exist
in order to serve the members of Louisiana
FBLA. This specific guide contains all of the
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
events and guidelines for the Awards Program
that will be available to Louisiana students.
Some events at the national level are not
offered at the district and/or state level.
Members can only compete at the national
level in events offered at the district and/or
state level. When there is a difference between
the National Awards Program and the Louisiana
Awards Program, a notation will be made.
Events are divided into three categories:
Individual, Team, and Chapter events.
At the district and state conference,
whenever a chapter has several competitors
in the same event, all of them must take the
test at the same time – either regular time or
conflicting time, but together.
A local chapter may enter three (3)
competitors in all individual, objective test
events. This does NOT include any of the
speaking events, or any of the events that
include a demonstration, interview, or
performance later at the state conference.
Competitors who place in the top three at the
state leadership conference in ALL events
will be eligible to compete at the National
Leadership Conference. This includes
individual, team, and chapter events.
To compete at the NLC in Future Business
Leader, those qualifying will be as follows:
the Mr. FBL winner, the Ms. FBL winner, and
the person scoring the highest on the
Mr./Ms. FBL written exam at the FBLA State
Leadership Conference will represent
Louisiana at the NLC.
At the National level, a member may enter
only one individual or one team event, and
one chapter event with the exception of a
member taking the Parliamentary Procedure
test for consideration as national
parliamentarian. This person may compete
in another event. Members may not compete
in two chapter events.
In the event a member is physically
challenged and/or requires special event
services in order to participate on the District
or State levels, the adviser will be
responsible for completing an Event
Participant with Special Needs Form with the
modifications needed and submit to the
State Adviser two weeks before the
conference.
Advisers please take note of the following
opportunities for your students to earn
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scholarship money. At all district
conferences, the first place winners in Mr.
FBL and Ms. FBL will receive $100. In
addition, the winning parliamentary
procedure team will also receive $100.
At the state conference, the first place
winners in Mr. FBL, Ms. FBL, and the
Parliamentary Procedure team will receive
$1000. The first place winners in Richard D.
Clanton Memorial Award and the
Entrepreneurship Team will receive $500.
The first place winner in Who’s Who in
Louisiana FBLA will receive $500 plus the
cost to attend the National Conference for a
quad room. In addition, the second and third
place winners in Who’s Who in Louisiana
FBLA will also receive $500.
Please encourage your students to compete
in these events, particularly at our district
conferences. Every chapter should have an
entry in Mr. and Ms. Future Business Leader.
A foundation donation is made to national
competitors only and provided that the chapter is
a member of the Louisiana FBLA Foundation.
Any funds allotted to the FBLA Chapters will
be distributed after the National Leadership
Conference.
FOR AN FBLA MEMBER TO QUALIFY FOR
NATIONAL COMPETITION, THE MEMBER
MUST TRAVEL WITH THE STATE
DELEGATION TO THE CONFERENCE. NO
EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.
LOUISIANA STUDENT
COMPETITIVE GUIDELINES
The intent of the following guidelines is to
increase the number of individual competitors
that a local chapter could involve in the District
or State Leadership Conference. Consideration
has been given to the effects of a competitor’s
individual schedule and workload during a
conference day as well as the extra workload
that must be accommodated in the conference
headquarters in determining the official results of
the day. Additional consideration has also been
given to the facilities and judges that will be
required.
A local school does not have to offer or teach a
specific course in order to enter a contestant in
an event. For example, a local chapter member
can enter Economics or Business Law although
the school may not offer Economics or Business
Law classes.
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
Special guidelines include:
1. Chapter advisers are responsible for all
chapter business and activities.
Correspondence with the state adviser
must be with and through the local
adviser (not a parent or student).
2. Advisers should refer to the state
guidelines when competing at the district
and state level.
3. Advisers should refer to the national
guidelines when competing at the
national level.
4. A student may not compete in more than
two events with the exception of:
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American Enterprise Project
Business Financial Plan
Business Plan
Community Service Project
Digital Video Production
Electronic Career Portfolio
Local Chapter Annual Business Report
Louisiana Who’s Who in FBLA Award
Richard D. Clanton Memorial Scholarship
Award
 Partnership with Business Project
 Social Media Campaign
 Website Design
5. A school may enter three individuals in the
following events:
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Accounting I
Agribusiness
Business Calculations
Business Communication
Business Law
Computer Applications
Computer Problem Solving
Economics
FBLA Principles and Procedures
Healthcare Administration
Insurance & Risk Management
Introduction to Business
Introduction to Business Communication
Introduction to Business Procedures
Introduction to Financial Math
Introduction to Information Technology
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure
Personal Finance
Spreadsheet Applications
Word Processing
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6. A school may enter one individual in the
following events:
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Electronic Career Portfolio
Help Desk
Impromptu Speaking
Job Interview
Louisiana Who’s Who in FBLA Award
Mr. Future Business Leader
Ms. Future Business Leader
Public Speaking I
Public Speaking II
Richard D. Clanton Memorial
Scholarship Award
Sales Presentation
7. Only one team per local chapter may be
entered:
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Current Events (2 to 3 members)
Banking and Financial Systems (2 to 3
members)
Business Ethics (2 to 3 members)
Emerging Business Issues (2 to 3
members)
Entrepreneurship (2 to 3 members)
Global Business (2 to 3 members)
Hospitality Management (2 to 3
members)
Marketing (2 to 3 members)
Parliamentary Procedure (4 to 5
members)
Sports & Entertainment Management (2
to 3 members)
10. The following are classified as chapter
events.
The project may be authored by an
individual member or by a team of two to
three members.
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11. A member may not compete in an event
at District or State if they have competed
in that event on the National level – with
the exception of the following rules
which you can refer to: Repeat
competitors for the National Leadership
Conference in the National Guidelines.
12. The following events are considered to
be linked in a series. Once a member
has competed in the second or advanced
event in the series he/she may not
subsequently compete in the first or
introductory event. Event series
impacted by this regulation include:
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8. A school may have one entry (individual or
one team of two members) in the following
event:
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Publication Design
9. The following are classified as an
individual or team event.
The project may be authored by an
individual member or by a team of two to
three members.
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Business Financial Plan
Business Plan
Introduction to Business
Presentation
Digital Video Production
Public Service Announcement
Social Media Campaign
Website Design
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
American Enterprise Project
Community Service Project
Local Chapter Annual Business
Report
Partnership with Business
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Introduction to Business Communication
and Business Communication
Introduction to Financial Math and
Business Calculations
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure
and Parliamentary Procedure. A
competitor in Introduction to
Parliamentary Procedure may not be
a member of their chapter’s
Parliamentary Procedure team.
Public Speaking I and Public Speaking II
13. In order to compete in events at the state
level (other than written reports and
projects), a school must receive a superior
rating at the district level.
14. All students are expected to provide their
own number two (#2) pencils in order to
complete the answer sheets for tests to be
machine graded. (Pencils should be
sharpened before arrival at the testing site.)
15. There are NO registration refunds from
the District Conference.
16. See the State Conference Planning Packet
on registration refunds.
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17. Current Events is a District and State event.
There is no National competition for this
event.
18. Students competing in the following
events on the District and State level
must compete in the event at the
regularly scheduled time. These events
cannot be re-administered. If there is a
conflict, please consult the state adviser.
District
 Current Events (Written & Oral)
 Speaking/Interview Events
State
 Current Events (Written & Oral)
 Speaking/Interview Events
 Banking and Financial Systems (Written
& Oral)
 Business Ethics (Written & Oral)
 Emerging Business Issues (Written &
Oral)
 Entrepreneurship (Written & Oral)
 Global Business (Written & Oral)
 Help Desk (Written & Oral)
 Hospitality Management (Written & Oral)
 Introduction to Business Presentation
(Oral)
 Job Interview (Preliminary and Final)
 Marketing (Written & Oral)
 Mr. FBL (Written & Interview)
 Ms. FBL (Written & Interview)
 Parliamentary Procedure (Written &
Oral)
 Public Service Announcement (Oral)
 Publication Design
 Sales Presentation (Oral – Preliminary
and Final)
 Sports & Entertainment Management
(Written & Oral)
19. At the District and State Conferences, the
entire team MUST TAKE THE WRITTEN
TEST AT THE SCHEDULED TIME in the
following events:
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Banking and Financial Systems
Business Ethics
Current Events
Emerging Business Issues
Entrepreneurship
Global Business
Hospitality Management
Marketing
Parliamentary Procedure
Sports & Entertainment
Management
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The team members who take the written
tests must also be the same members to
demonstrate or perform at the state
conference for the following events. NO
SUBSTITUTIONS OR ADDITIONS ARE
PERMITTED:
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Banking and Financial Systems
Business Ethics
Emerging Business Issues
Entrepreneurship
Global Business
Hospitality Management
Marketing
Parliamentary Procedure
Sports & Entertainment Management
The team members who take the written
test must also be the same members to
go on stage at the district and state
conferences; NO SUBSTITUTIONS OR
ADDITIONS ARE PERMITTED:
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Current Events
20. The following competitive events will be
a collaborative test in which all team
members will take one written test
together:
 Banking and Financial Systems
 Business Ethics
 Emerging Business Issues
 Entrepreneurship
 Global Business
 Hospitality Management
 Marketing
 Sports & Entertainment Management
21. At District, there will be no demonstrations
for the following events:
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Banking and Financial Systems
Business Ethics
Emerging Business Issues
Entrepreneurship
Global Business
Help Desk
Hospitality Management
Marketing
Parliamentary Procedure
Sports & Entertainment
Management
22. The following events are limited to
students in only grades 7-10:
 FBLA Principles and Procedures
 Introduction to Business
 Introduction to Business Communication
 Introduction to Business Presentation
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Introduction to Business Procedures
Introduction to Financial Math
Introduction to Information Technology
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure
Public Speaking I
23. The following events are limited to
students in only grades 11-12:
 Louisiana Who’s Who in FBLA
 Richard D. Clanton Memorial Award
24. The following events are limited to
students in only grades 9-12:
 Job Interview
 Mr. Future Business Leader
 Ms. Future Business Leader
25. Competitors MUST adhere to the dress
code for all conference activities,
including the awards ceremony. When
advisers, members, and guests arrive at
District Conferences and the State
Conference, you must be in proper
business attire for all conference
activities. Award winners must be
properly dressed in order to receive
plaques on stage. Dress code monitors
will be posted at the stage entrances to
enforce the dress code.
26. NO COMPETITOR MAY LEAVE AND BE
READMITTED ONCE THEY HAVE BEGUN
TAKING THE TEST. Competitors will not
be allowed into the testing area with
phones or other memory storage
devices.
28. Audiences are permitted to observe the
following events, space permitting.
 Business Ethics
 Current Events
 Emerging Business Issues
 Introduction to Business Presentation
 Public Service Announcement
 Public Speaking I
 Public Speaking II
 Publication Design
 Sales Presentation
29. **NEW** Beginning with the 2015-16
school year the following policy will go
into effect.
District and State Conferences:
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Changes in competitive event
entries for the district and state
conference may be made only up
to the late registration deadline.
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No substitutions and/or additions
will be allowed on site for any
individual written tests,
interviews, or speaking events.
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New on-site competitive event
entries will not be allowed at the
district or state conference.
27. Audiences are NOT permitted to observe
the following events:
 Banking and Financial Systems
 Entrepreneurship
 Global Business
 Help Desk
 Hospitality Management
 Impromptu Speaking
 Marketing
 Parliamentary Procedure
 Sports and Entertainment Management
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FBLA COMPETITIVE AWARDS
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
EVENT LEVEL*
Accounting I
D/S/N
Agribusiness
D/S/N
Business Calculations
D/S/N
Business Communication
D/S/N
Business Law
D/S/N
Computer Applications
D/S/N
Computer Problem Solving
D/S/N
Economics
D/S/N
Electronic Career Portfolio
S/N
FBLA Principles and Procedures [Grades 7-10]
D/S/N
Healthcare Administration
D/S/N
Help Desk
D/S/N
Impromptu Speaking
D/S/N
Insurance Risk & Management
D/S/N
Introduction to Business [Grades 7 – 10]
D/S/N
Introduction to Business Communication [Grades 7 - 10]
D/S/N
Introduction to Business Procedures [Grades 7 – 10]
D/S/N
Introduction to Financial Math [Grades 7-10]
D/S/N
Introduction to Information Technology [Grades 7 - 10]
D/S/N
Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure [Grades 7 - 10]
D/S/N
Job Interview [Grades 9 - 12]
D/S/N
Mr. Future Business Leader [Grades 9 - 12]
D/S/N
Ms. Future Business Leader [Grades 9 - 12]
D/S/N
Personal Finance
D/S/N
Public Speaking I [Grades 7 - 10]
D/S/N
Public Speaking II
D/S/N
Sales Presentation
S/N
Spreadsheet Applications
D/S/N
Word Processing
D/S/N
Richard D. Clanton Memorial Scholarship Award [Grades 11 - 12]
S
Who’s Who in FBLA [Grades 11 - 12]
S/N
TEAM EVENTS
Current Events (2 -3 members)
D/S
Banking and Financial System (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Business Ethics (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Emerging Business Issues (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Entrepreneurship (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Global Business (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Hospitality Management (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Marketing (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
Parliamentary Procedure (4 – 5 members)
D/S/N
Sports & Entertainment Management (2 -3 members)
D/S/N
CHAPTER EVENTS
American Enterprise Project (1 – 3 members)
S/N
Community Service Project (1 – 3 members)
S/N
Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit
S/N
Local Chapter Annual Business Report (1 – 3 members)
S/N
Partnership with Business Project (1 – 3 members)
S/N
THESE EVENTS CAN BE CLASSIFIED AS INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM OF 2 - 3 MEMBERS
(Please consult your guidelines.)
Business Plan
S/N
Business Financial Plan
S/N
Introduction to Business Presentation [Grades 7 – 10]
S/N
Digital Video Production
S/N
Public Service Announcement
S/N
Publication Design (Individual or Team of 2 members)
S/N
Social Media Campaign
S/N
Website Design
S/N
* D - District
S - State
N - National
SPECIAL NOTE: These are the only events offered through Louisiana FBLA. The following event
exists at the State Level but is not a part of the National Awards Program: Current Events.
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
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ACCOUNTING I
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. A competitor must
not have had more than one (1) course of
high school accounting instruction, nor be
enrolled in or have completed any additional
accounting courses.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 journalizing
 account classifications
 terminology
 concepts and practices
 types of ownership
 posting
 income statements
 balance sheets
 worksheets
 bank reconciliations
 payroll
 depreciation
 manual and computerized systems
 ethics
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
5. Since accounting terminology varies with
textbook publishers, a list of cross-reference
terms will be included in the test.
AGRIBUSINESS
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 economics
 finance and accounting
 health, safety, and environmental
management
 management analysis and decision
making
 marketing
 terminology and trends
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
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phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
AMERICAN ENTERPRISE PROJECT
(Edward D. Miller Award)
Each local chapter may submit one project for
this event.
1. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
2. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
3. The project must promote an awareness of
some facet of the American enterprise
system within the school and/or community
and be designed for chapter participation.
4. Reports must describe chapter activities
conducted between the previous State
Leadership Conference and the current
State Leadership Conference.
5. Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
6. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event and year (20XX-–XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
 Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
 Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet
 If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
 Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 15
pages
7. Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-aep.pdf Ex.
sacredheart-aep.pdf.
8. The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
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located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
9. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
BANKING AND FINANCIAL SYSTEMS
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two to three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 concepts and practices
 basic terminology
 government regulation of financial
services
 impact of technology on financial
services
 types/differences of various institutions
 ethics
 careers in financial services
 taxation
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
interactive/role play presentation score will
determine the final rank. The written test
score will be used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. An interactive case study will be given
consisting of a problem or scenario
encountered in the banking and financial
business community.
8. This is a role play event.
9. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the case
study.
10. Two (2) 4” by 6” note cards will be provided
to each competitor and may be used during
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
11. No additional reference materials allowed.
12. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their
recommendations, and summarize their
case.
13. All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
14. All questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
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15. The team has seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present the
solution to the case. The judges will play
the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the case for
specifics.
16. At the end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
17. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
18. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event including during the
prep and presentation time.
19. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
20. Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
BUSINESS CALCULATIONS
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 consumer credit
 mark-up and discounts
 data analysis and reporting
 payroll
 interest rates
 investments
 taxes
 bank records
 insurance
 ratios and proportions
 depreciation
 inventory
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
BUSINESS COMMUNICATION
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
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2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 nonverbal and oral communication
 communication concepts
 report application
 grammar
 reading comprehension
 editing and proofreading
 word definition and usage
 capitalization and punctuation
 spelling
 digital communication
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
BUSINESS ETHICS
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two to three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 make ethical business decisions in the
business world and workplace
 provide a rationale for ethical decisions
presented
 critical thinking and problem solving
 have outstanding verbal communication
skills
 effectively answer questions
4. The finalists based on the written test score
at the State level will need to schedule a
presentation time following the opening
session. The presentation score will
determine the final rank. The written test
score will be used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. The 2016 State and National Leadership
Conference topic to be researched and
presented will be:
“Research an ethical topic related to
animal testing on products for safety and
human use of those products.”
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8. Competitors must research the topic prior to
the conference and be prepared to present
their findings and solutions.
9. Facts and data must be cited and secured
from quality sources (peer review
documents, legal documents, etc.).
10. Teams are permitted to bring prepared
notes.
11. Books, other bound materials, and props will
NOT be allowed.
12. Presentation of the entry must be conducted
by competitors who authored the event.
13. Teams will have seven (7) minutes to
present the ethical dilemma. At the end of
six (6) minutes, a timekeeper will stand until
noticed indicating one (1) minute remains. At
seven (7) minutes the timekeeper will stand
until noticed indicating time is up. At the end
of the presentation, the timekeeper will
record the time used. A five (5) point
deduction will be made for presentations
over seven (7) minutes.
14. Following each presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question and
answer period.
15. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
16. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
17. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event
BUSINESS FINANCIAL PLAN
1. Each local chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
4. This project is to establish and develop a
complete financial plan for a business
venture by writing a report on the topic
given.
5. A one-page description of the plan should
be the first page of the report (not included
in the page count).
6. The 2016 State and National Leadership
Conference topic to be researched will
be:
You just recently graduated from
your university with a degree in
Health and Physical Fitness. You
played two sports at your university
and continue to remain healthy by
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working out and eating well. Your
dream has been to open your own
athletic club with high-end
equipment, structured class exercise
rooms, cardio exercise equipment,
weight machines, and free weights.
You want to offer 30- and 60-minute
massages and personalized fitness
plans. You will have locker rooms
and operate 24 hours/7 days a week.
There is an opportunity to grow and
hire other employees who could be
personal trainers working with you in
the same school of philosophy.
You have thousands of dollars of
debt and no disposable income
because you have not been hired for
your first job since graduating. You
really want to open this athletic club.
You are planning to open your own
facility in a 15,000 square foot, standalone building. You will need
equipment, inventory, software for
schedules, and more to open your
doors.
You did your research and you found
a great opportunity to present your
idea including a business financial
plan to a major Angel Investor who
may want to invest in your plan.
Prepare a well-written business
financial plan following the
parameters and FBLA Performance
Indicators as assigned. You will
need to submit your report and then
give a seven-minute presentation to
the Angel Investor (judges).
7. Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
8. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event, name(s) of the
competitor(s) and year (20XX-–
XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
 Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
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Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet
 If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
 Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 15
pages
9. Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-bfp.pdf Ex.
sacredheart-bfp.pdf.
10. The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
11. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
BUSINESS LAW
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 legal systems
 contracts and sales
 business organization
 property laws
 agency and employment laws
 negotiable instruments, insurance,
secured transactions, bankruptcy
 consumer and product/personal liability
 computer law
 domestic and private law
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
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BUSINESS PLAN
1. Each local chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
4. Business must not have been in operation
more than twelve months.
5. An effective business plan should include
the following information:
 Executive Summary provides a brief
synopsis of the key points and
strengths included in the plan.
 Company Description
 Industry Analysis
 Target Market
 Competitive Analysis

Marketing Plan and Sales Strategy
 Operations
 Management and Organization
Long-Term Development
 Financials
 Appendix
6. See National Guidelines page 62 for more
details.
7. Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
8. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event, name(s) of the
competitor(s) and year (20XX-–
XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
 Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
 Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet
 If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
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Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 30
pages
9. Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-bp.pdf Ex.
sacredheart-bp.pdf.
10. The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
11. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT
1. Each local chapter may submit one project
for this event.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
4. Reports must describe one (1) chapter
project that serves the community.
5. The project must be in the interest of the
community and be designed for chapter
participation. Include: a description of the
project, chapter member involvement,
degree of impact on the community,
evidence of publicity received, and project
evaluation.
6. Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
7. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event and year (20XX-–XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
 Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
 Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet
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If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
 Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 15
pages
8. Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-csp.pdf Ex.
sacredheart-csp.pdf.
9. The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
10. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 basic computer terminology and
concepts
 presentation, publishing and multimedia
applications
 e-mail, integrated and collaboration
applications
 netiquette and legal issues
 spreadsheet and database applications
 security
 formatting, grammar, punctuation,
spelling, and proofreading
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
5. “School Site” production testing will be
administered by the State Office and sent to
National Office for grading. The competitors
will attend the NLC for the written portion of
the test.
COMPUTER PROBLEM SOLVING
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
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2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 operating systems
 networks
 personal computer components
 security
 safety and environmental issues
 laptop and portable devices
 printers and scanners
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
CURRENT EVENTS AND GENERAL
INFORMATION (DISTRICT AND STATE)
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two to three members.
2. A written test will be administered to all team
members to determine eligibility for the oral
competition. At the District level, the top 50
percent of the teams taking the written test
will be eligible for the oral competition. The
top ten will be recognized at the state
conference. The team with the highest
written average score will also qualify for
state competition. At the State level, the
top 10 teams will compete in the oral
competition. There is no competition on
the National Level.
3. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
4. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
5. Team scores will be derived by averaging
the written scores of the team members.
6. Only those members who take the written
test will be allowed to compete in oral
competition.
7. Competitors will be seated three deep
across the stage. A drawing to determine
stage position is held prior to the beginning
of the event. Competitors will be questioned
in consecutive order beginning with the first
person on the first team and ending with the
third person on the final team. After the
completion of the first round and each
subsequent round, all team members will
move forward to fill vacated seats. All
second and third team members will be
questioned before the first team members
are questioned again. No team will have to
answer two (2) consecutive questions.
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8. Each competitor will have the opportunity to
draw a question. The question may come
from the following areas: FBLA, Sports,
State Events, National Events, International
Events, Entertainment, and General
Information. The competitor will be able
to choose the category.
9. General information questions that
anyone should know can be asked in any
category. For example:
National Question: What is the address
of the White House?
State Question: What is the state
flower?
10. When answering questions involving names
of individuals, these guidelines apply:
a. Competitors may give only the last
name or the first and last name.
However, if both names are given, both
names must be correct.
b. If two or more people have the same
last name and are involved in the same
type activity, a first name must be given.
11. The event administrator may call time on a
competitor if there is too long of a delay in
presenting an answer.
12. Once a competitor begins to answer a
question, the competitor may not change
that answer.
13. The FBLA Facts category will contain
questions relative to the FBLA Fact Sheet,
information found in FBLA publications, and
general questions about the guidelines for
the State Awards Program.
14. Upon depletion of all questions, state
capitals of the United States and capitals of
countries will be used. Almanacs usually
contain this information.
15. A panel of advisers will be assigned to
determine the accuracy of answers. The
decision of the panel will be final.
16. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
Using a popular cover song as a starting
point, create a parody music video that
will promote FBLA. It should incorporate
music, acting, singing, and multiple
production elements.
4. The production may use any method to
capture or create moving images.
5. The production should include sources used
to research the topic; development and
design process; use of different video
techniques; a list of equipment and software
used; and copyright information for pictures,
music, or other items.
6. The video should be at least two (2) and no
more than four (4) minutes in length.
7. Competitors must prepare the production.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
8. Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to the
Format Guide for copyright guidelines, page
141.
9. Any photographs, texts, trademarks, or
names used on the site must be supported
by proper documentation and approvals
indicated on the site.
10. When applicable, the use of templates must
be identified.
11. (Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.)
12. The description area of the video must
contain copyright information as well as the
name of the school, state, name of the
event, name(s) of the competitor(s) and year
(20XX—XX).
13. Video must be uploaded through YouTube
or SchoolTube, marked unlisted with
comments disabled.
14. The video URL and competitive event
information must be entered in the online
Statement of Assurance form located on
the Louisiana FBLA web site.
15. The completed online Statement of
Assurance form must be submitted on or
before FEBRUARY 27.
16. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the National Guidelines for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION
ECONOMICS
1. Each local chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. The topic to be developed in this
production and submitted for
competition for the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conference will be:
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1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 basic economic concepts and principles
 monetary and fiscal policy
 productivity
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macroeconomics
market structures
investments and interest rates
government role
types of businesses/economic
institutions
 business cycles/circular flow
 supply and demand
 international trade/global economics
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
ELECTRONIC CAREER PORTFOLIO
1.
2.
Each chapter may submit one entry.
Entries are created by an individual
member.
3. Entries will be judged according to the rating
sheet. (Refer to the National Guidelines’
rating sheet).
 This event is to be specific to the career
goals and professional experiences that
the student has completed; it is not a
show case of FBLA experiences.
 All information should reflect the
student’s accomplishments and
experiences that have actually occurred.
 The portfolio must include: a resume`
and a career summary. The career
summary should include career choice,
description of career, skills and
education required, and future job
outlook (e.g. monetary, advancement).
 Sample materials also must be included
in the portfolio, These samples must
include, but are not limited to, the
following:
Career-Related Education: Describe
career-related education that enhances
employability. Include a summary of
school activities, career research
projects, application of business
education, and/or related occupational
skills and their relationship to job.
Educational Enhancement: Describe
educational opportunities that enhance
employability. Include career
opportunities development planning,
summaries of job shadowing,
internships, apprenticeships,
informational interviews, community
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service projects, and products
developed during these experiences.
Examples of Special Skills: Includes
up to five (5) examples of special skills,
talents, and/or abilities related to job and
career goals. These may be in any
format but must fit within the dimensions
of the portfolio. Audio and/or video
recordings may be included in the
portfolio.
4. The production cannot exceed seven (7)
minutes.
5. Competitor must prepare the portfolio.
Advisers and others are not permitted
to help.
6. The Electronic Career Portfolio may be
submitted in a file presentation format
with the filename schoolname-ecp.??? Ex.
sacredheart-ecp.pptx or a URL.
7. The Electronic Career Portfolio file may be
uploaded through the online submission
form or the Electronic Career Portfolio
URL and competitive event information
must be entered in the online Statement of
Assurance form located on the Louisinaa
FBLA web site.
8. The completed Statement of Assurance
form or the Electronic Career Portfolio file
must submitted online ON OR BEFORE
FEBRUARY 27.
9. Those who qualify for nationals need
to refer to the National Guidelines
for additional criteria for the National
Leadership competition.
EMERGING BUSINESS ISSUES
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. The test questions are based on the topic for
the given year.
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
presentation score will determine the final
rank. The written test score will be used in
the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
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8. The topic to be researched and
presented during the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conferences will be:
In the last several years, the
entertainment industry has undergone a
substantial number of changes. In the
original days of television, there was
nothing more than antenna. This was
followed by cable, satellite, digital cable,
digital antennas, and now, online
streaming.
Unlocked and jailbroken devices have
become increasingly available and
popular. It is your responsibility to
research the following:
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Legal implications of unlocked or
jailbroken devices
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Ethical implications of unlocked
or jailbroken devices
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Potential penalties for using
unlocked or jailbroken devices
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Availability of
software/hardware/services to
unlock or jailbreak a device
Competitors should be ready to argue
both the pro (there is nothing wrong with
using unlocked or jailbroken devices)
and the con (legally and ethically,
unlocked or jailbroken devices are
wrong) and present the arguments for
both sides of the scenario to a panel of
judges, Competitors should be ready to
answer questions.
9. Competitors will be expected to research the
topic prior to the conference and be
prepared to present both the affirmative and
negative arguments.
10. Teams will be permitted to bring prepared
notes of any type for the presentation.
11. No reference materials, visual aids, or
electronic devices may be brought to or used
during the preparation or performance.
12. Teams will have seven (7) minutes to
present both sides.
13. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, present both
affirmative and negative and make their
recommendations, and summarize their
case.
14. Presentation of the entry must be conducted
by competitors who authored the event.
15. A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes
and again at seven (7) minutes. When the
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presentation is finished, the time used will be
recorded, noting a deduction of five (5)
points for any presentation over seven (7)
minutes.
16. Following the presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question-answer
period.
17. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
18. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
19. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 business plan
 community/business relations
 legal issues
 initial capital and credit
 personnel management
 financial management
 marketing management
 taxes
 government regulations
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
interactive/role play presentation score will
determine the final rank. The written test
score will be used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. An interactive case study will be given
and consist of a decision-making
problem encountered by entrepreneurs
in one (1) or more of the following areas:
business planning, human relations,
financial management, and marketing.
8. This is a role play event.
9. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the case
study.
10. Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided to
each competitor and may be used during the
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event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
No additional reference materials allowed.
Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their
recommendations, and summarize their
case.
All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
All questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
The team has seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present the
solution to the case. The judges will play
the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the case for
specifics.
At the end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At seven (7) minutes the
time keeper will stand indicating time is up.
One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference. The first place team at state
will receive a $500 cash award.
Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event including during the
prep and presentation time.
Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
Performances are not open to conference
attendees
FBLA PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES
1. Each chapter may enter three individuals in
this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 FBLA organization
 bylaws and handbook
 national competitive events guidelines
 national publications
 creed and national goals
3. Students in grades 7, 8, 9 and 10 are
eligible to compete in this event.
4. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
5. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
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phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
GLOBAL BUSINESS
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 basic international concepts
 ownership and management
 marketing
 finance
 communications (including culture and
language)
 treaties and trade agreements
 legal issues
 human resource management
 ethics
 taxes and government regulations
 currency exchange
 international travel
 career development
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
interactive/role play presentation score will
determine the final rank. The written test
score will be used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. An interactive case study will be given
and consist of a problem encountered in
the international/global arena.
8. This is a role play event.
9. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the case
study.
10. Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided to
each competitor and may be used during the
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
11. No additional reference materials allowed.
12. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their
recommendations, and summarize their
case.
13. All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
14. All the questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
15. The team has seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present the
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solution to the case. The judges will play
the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the case for
specifics.
At the end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event including during the
prep and presentation time.
Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
1. Each chapter may enter three individuals in
this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour
written objective test, which may consist of
the following competencies:
 managing office procedures
 medical terminology
 legal and ethical issues
 communication skills
 managing financial functions
 health insurance
 records management
 infection control
 medical history
 technology
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written
events as appropriate; however, no
graphing calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm
Pilots), phones, or other memory storage
devices are allowed in any event.
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HELP DESK
1. Each local chapter may enter one member.
2. An objective test will be administered for
this event at the district and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 help desk concepts
 help desk operations
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people component: help desk roles and
responsibilities
 process component: help desk process
and procedures
 information component: help desk
performance measure
 help desk setting
 customer support as a profession
 management processes
The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
presentation score will determine the final
rank. The written test score will be used in
the event of a tie.
At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
An interactive/role-play scenario will be
given based on customer service in the
technical field.
This is a role play event.
Ten (10) minutes before the performance,
the competitor will receive the scenario.
Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided to
the competitor and may be used during the
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
No additional reference materials allowed.
Competitor should introduce himself/herself,
describe the situation, make the
recommendations, and summarize the case.
All questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
The competitor has five (5) minutes to
interact with a panel of judges to
demonstrate in a clear and effective way
how he/she would solve the problem.
At the end of four (4) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At five (5) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event including during the
prep and preparation time.
Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
HOLLIS & KITTY GUY GOLD SEAL CHAPTER
AWARD OF MERIT
1. Outstanding local chapters are recognized
at the National Leadership Conference with
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the Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter
Award of Merit.
2. To be eligible to be nominated as an
outstanding local chapter from Louisiana,
chapters must submit a Local Chapter
Annual Business Report online on or before
February 27.
3. The top ten chapters will be recognized at
the State Leadership Conference. Chapter
rankings will be determined by the local
chapter’s participation in state sponsored
events such as donations to Mr./Ms.
Scholarship Fund, The Louisiana
Foundation, March of Dimes, Silent Auction,
State Conference plaque donations,
completion of the State Project, completion
of the Community Service Project, the
submission of an American Enterprise
Project, and the ranking of the Local
Chapter Annual Business Report.
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 hospitality operation and management
functions
 hotel sales process
 hospitality marketing concepts
 human resource management in
hospitality industry
 environmental, ethical, and global
issues
 customer service in the hospitality
industry
 legal issues, financial management, and
budgeting
 current hospitality industry trends
 types of hospitality markets and
customers
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
interactive/role play presentation score will
determine the final rank. The written test
score will be used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same
time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. An interactive case study will given and
consist of a scenario in the hospitality
management industry.
8. This is a role play event.
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9. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the case
study.
10. Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided
to each competitor and may be used during
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
11. No additional reference materials allowed.
12. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their
recommendations, and summarize their
case.
13. All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
14. All questions raised in the case must be
addressed in the performance.
15. Teams have seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present the
solution to the case. Judges play the role
of the second party in the presentation and
refer to the case for specifics.
16. At the end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At seven (7) minutes, the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
17. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
18. Calculators can be used in all written
events as appropriate; however, no
graphing calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm
Pilots), phones, or other memory storage
devices are allowed in any event including
during prep and preparation time.
19. Performances are not open to
conference attendees.
IMPROMPTU SPEAKING
1. Each local chapter may enter one member
in the event.
2. Competitors schedule for their speaking time
according to conference instructions.
3. Each competitor will be given the same topic
related to the FBLA-PBL goals.
4. Each speech must be from 3:31 to 4:29 in
length. A time keeper will stand at the end
of three (3) minutes and again at four (4)
minutes. A deduction of five (5) points will
be made for any time under 3:31 or over
4:29.
5. Two (2) 4" x 6" note cards will be provided to
the competitor and may be used during
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note card. The cards will be collected
following the performance.
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6. No other reference materials such as visual
aids or electronic devices may be brought to
or used during the event preparation or
performance.
7. Competitors will not be allowed into the
prep area with phones or other memory
storage devices.
8. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
9. At State, ALL competitors must report for
instructions 15 minutes prior to the first
scheduled preparation time.
10. Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
INSURANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 risk management process
 property and liability insurance
 health, disability, and life insurance
 insurance knowledge
 decision making
 careers
 ethics
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 money management, banking, and
investments
 consumerism
 characteristics and organization of
business
 economic systems
 rights and responsibilities of employees,
managers, owners, and government
 career awareness
 global business
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 ethics
 insurance
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
COMMUNICATION
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 grammar
 punctuation and capitalization
 oral communication concepts
 reading comprehension
 word definition and usage
 proofreading and editing
 spelling
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
PRESENTATION
(NEW)
1. Each local chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
Students in grades 7, 8, 9, and 10 are
eligible to compete in this event.
3. This is a prejudged event.
4. The topic to be developed in this
presentation and submitted for
competition for the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conference will be:
You have just taken first place in
Introduction to Business Presentation at
your FBLA State Leadership Conference,
and you are now faced with the need to
raise over $2,000 per person on your
team to attend the FBLA National
Leadership Conference in Atlanta.
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Prepare seven-minute presentation that
can be used in front of a variety of
potential sponsors that may include
community service groups, local small
businesses, the school board, etc.
5. Use a presentation software program as an
aid in delivering a business presentation.
6. Visual aids and samples specifically related
to the project may be used in the
presentation; however, no items may be left
with the judges or audience.
7. Competitors must prepare projects.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
8. Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to Format
Guide for copyright guidelines, page 141.
9. Competitors are responsible for bringing a
copy of their project to show the judges.
10. Presentation of the entry must be conducted
by competitors who authored the event.
11. At the State Conference, five minutes (5) will
be allowed to set up equipment or
presentation items.
12. The individual or team has seven (7)
minutes to deliver the presentation. At the
end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper will
stand until noticed indicating one (1) minute
remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
When the presentation is finished, the
timekeeper will record the time used, noting
a deduction of five (5) points for any
presentation over seven (7) minutes.
13. Following each presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question-answer
period.
14. Instructions should be included with the
entry describing the procedures necessary
to run the presentation. All software and
required elements for allowing the judges to
“plug and play” the presentation must be
included with the entry.
15. Media may be labeled using any method, but
must include name of the school, state,
name of the event, and name(s) of the
competitor(s) and year (20XX—XX).
THE CHAPTER MUST PROVIDE ALL
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FOR THE
PRESENTATION AT STATE.
16. The presentation file must be saved in a
readable format for prejudging. The
filename should be schoolname-ibp.???
Ex. sacredheart-ibp.pptx.
17. The presentation file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
18. The finalists from the prejudging will be
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announced at the opening session of the
state conference. Adviser must schedule
the time for performance.
19. The finalists will make a presentation.
Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
20. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
21. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event.
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
PROCEDURES
(NEW)
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 human relations
 technology concepts
 business operations
 communication skills
 information processing
 decision making/management
 career development
 database and information management
 ethics and safety
 finance
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MATH (NEW)
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 basic math concepts
 consumer credit
 data analysis
 probability
 fractions
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 percentages
 discounts
 decimals
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
5. Competitors in this event may not be a
member of their chapter’s Parliamentary
Procedure Team.
INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
1. Each local chapter may enter one member.
Students in grades 9 - 12 are eligible to
compete in this event.
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 computer hardware and software
 operating systems
 common program functions
 word processing
 spreadsheets
 presentation software
 networking concepts
 e-mail and electronic communication
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
INTRODUCTION TO PARLIAMENTARY
PROCEDURE
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event. Students in grades
7, 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to compete in this
event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 Parliamentary Procedure principles
 FBLA National Bylaws
 Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised
11th Edition
 Some questions may be drawn from the
NAP official test bank
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
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JOB INTERVIEW **MODIFIED**
2. Each competitor must apply for a business
or business-related job at Merit Corporation
(a fictitious company) in Washington, D.C.
The job must be one for which the
competitor is now qualified or he/she will be
qualified for at the completion of the current
school year. It may be a part-time,
internship, or full-time job.
3. On the District level, each competitor must
provide the following in 3 letter-size manila
folders:
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One page cover letter. Must
follow FBLA letter format
provided in National Guidelines,
page 145.
The letter must be addressed to:
Dr. Terry Johnson
Director of Human Resources
Merit Corporation
1640 Franklin Place
Washington, D.C. 20041
The Merit Corporation is located at the
above address. Company benefits include
paid holidays and vacations, sick leave, a
retirement plan, and health insurance.
Salary will be commensurate with
experience and education. Merit is an equal
opportunity employer.
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Brief resume` not to exceed two
pages. Emphasize your
work/volunteer experience. Must
follow FBLA Resume` format in
National Guidelines, page 157.
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Each folder must be labeled with the
name of the school, state, name of
the event, name of the competitor
and year (20XX—XX).
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Include the competitor’s name on all
pages submitted.
No letterhead of any type is to be
used (school or personal).
Each set should be paper clipped.
Photographs are not allowed.
4. At the District conference, each
individual competitor will take the folders
of materials to the interview.
5. On the State level follow the same
guidelines listed for the District Conference
with the following exception:
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Materials will be prejudged and must
be mailed to:
Mrs. Jeanie Pontiff
FBLA State Committee Member
935 Oscar Rivette Road
Arnaudville, LA 70512
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The three (3) letter-size manila
folders containing the cover letter
and resume` must be received on or
before FEBRUARY 27. No other
materials will be accepted.
At the State Leadership Conference,
there will be a preliminary round of
judging for all competing in Job
Interview the first day of the State
Conference.
The interview time for the preliminary
judging will be assigned by the state
office.
The finalists will be announced at the
end of the Opening General Session.
Advisers must schedule the time for
interview.
Any member competing in this event
MUST participate in the preliminary
judging on Sunday.
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6. A deduction of five (5) points will be made
for not following guidelines.
7. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
8. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
LOCAL CHAPTER ANNUAL BUSINESS
REPORT **MODIFIED**
1. Each local chapter is eligible for this event.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
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4. Report should include the chapter’s
program of work.
5. Report describes activities of the chapter
that were conducted between the start of the
previous State Leadership Conference and
the current State Leadership Conference.
6. Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
7. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event and year (20XX—XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
 Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
 Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
 If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
 Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 15
pages
8. A chapter must submit a Local Chapter
Annual Business Report in order to be
eligible for nomination for a National Gold
Seal Chapter Award of Merit.
9. Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-lcabr.pdf Ex.
sacredheart-lcabr.pdf.
10. The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
11. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
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LOUISIANA WHO’S WHO IN FBLA AWARD
(STATE AND NATIONAL)
1. The Louisiana Who’s Who in FBLA Award is
an award of distinction given to the
outstanding FBLA member each year.
2. Each local chapter may enter one member.
Students in grades 11 - 12 are eligible to
compete in this event.
3. The competitor must have completed the
Future level of the FBLA-PBL Business
Achievement Award.
4. Criteria to be considered in the selection of
the competitor for this award should include:
 Participation in competitive events on
the District, State, and National level
 Office, chairperson, and committee
membership on local, district, state, and
national levels
 Contributions to chapter projects and
participation in state and nationally
approved projects
 Contributions to and participation in
other organizations and activities
 Academic achievement
 Knowledge of FBLA-PBL History
5. The winner of the Louisiana Who’s Who in
FBLA will represent Louisiana for the
National Who’s Who in FBLA Award at the
FBLA National Leadership Conference.
(National Officers are automatically
recognized as Who’s Who winners.)
6. The Louisiana Who’s Who winner receives a
plaque and the cost to attend the National
Leadership Conference for a quad room.
7. A scholarship will be awarded to the top
three winners in this event in the amount of
$500 each.
8. Competitors should prepare and submit:
 three (3) cover letters for the award.
The letter should state the reasons
the competitor is deserving of the
award. Must follow FBLA letter
format provided in National
Guidelines, page 145.
 three (3) brief resumes` (no more
than two pages) describing his/her
major contributions and
accomplishments as a member of
FBLA. Must follow FBLA Resume`
format provided in National
Guidelines, page 157.
 Applications to the state office
should be received on or before
FEBRUARY 27.
9. Each competitor must provide three (3)
folders, each labeled with name of the
school, state, name of the event, name of
the competitor and year (20XX—XX). The
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following must be contained in the letter-size
folders:
 A one-page cover letter addressed to:
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LOUISIANA WHO’S WHO IN FBLA
AWARDS COMMITTEE
c/o Louisiana FBLA
Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
4200 Chateau Blvd., Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
Resume`
No letterhead of any type is to be used
(school or personal).
Each set should be paper clipped.
Three sets of materials must be
submitted.
The cover letter and resume` are
prejudged and the score earned is
added to the interview score at the
state conference.
Materials must be mailed to:
Mrs. Jeanie Pontiff
FBLA State Committee Member
935 Oscar Rivette Road
Arnaudville, LA 70512
10. Application materials will not be returned.
11. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
12. Nominees must be selected in accordance
with the regulations of the State chapter and
the National association.
13. If the State chapter nominee is unable to
attend the National Leadership Conference,
the State may designate another of its
delegates to accept the award for the
nominee.
MARKETING
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Teams will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 basic marketing fundamentals
 economics
 selling and merchandising
 channels of distribution
 marketing, information research, and
planning
 promotion and advertising media
 legal, ethical, and social marketing
aspects
 e-commerce
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4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled by the adviser for a performance
time. The presentation score will determine
the final rank. The written test score will be
used in the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. The team who takes the written test must
participate in the presentation.
8. A marketing problem is proposed and a
solution is discussed.
9. This is a role play event.
10. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the
problem.
11. Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided to
each competitor and may be used during the
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
12. No additional reference materials are
allowed.
13. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make the
recommendations, and summarize the
problem.
14. All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
15. All questions raised in the problem must be
addressed during the presentation.
16. The team has seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present the
solution to the problem. The judges will play
the role of the second party in the
presentation and refer to the problem for
specifics.
17. At the end of (6) minutes, a timekeeper will
stand until noticed indicating one (1) minute
remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
18. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
19. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event including during
prep and preparation time.
20. Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
MR. AND MS. FUTURE BUSINESS LEADER
1. Each chapter may enter one member in
each event. Students in grades 9 - 12 are
eligible to compete in this event.
2. First place winners at the district
conferences will receive $100 to be
awarded at the state conference. The first
place winners at state will receive a
$1000 cash award.
3. On the District level, competitors will be
given a one hour written objective test,
which may consist of the following
competencies:
 Currents Events
 General business concepts and
knowledge such as accounting,
economics, law, communication, math,
technology, business procedures, and
international business
 FBLA-PBL history, programs, and
bylaws
 Parliamentary Procedure
4. On the District and State levels, each
competitor must provide the following for
judges and each folder should be labeled
with the name of the school, state, name of
the event, name of the competitor and year
(20XX—XX). The following must be
contained in THREE (3) letter-size manila
folders:
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A one-page cover letter stating the
reasons for deserving the honor of
this award. Must follow FBLA letter
format provided in National
Guidelines, page 145. The cover letter
should be addressed to:
Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
Louisiana FBLA
4200 Chateau Blvd. Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
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Brief resume` of the participant (not
to exceed two pages). List your FBLA
activities and involvement. Must
follow FBLA Resume` format
provided in National Guidelines, page
157.
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No letterhead of any type is to be used
(school or personal).
 Each set should be paper clipped.
 Include competitor’s name on all pages
submitted.
5. At the District level, each competitor will take
the folder of materials to the interview.
Interview times will be scheduled during
conference registration.
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On the State level follow the same
guidelines listed for the District
Conference with the following
exception:
2.
Materials must be mailed to:
Mrs. Jeanie Pontiff
FBLA State Committee
935 Oscar Rivette Road
Arnaudville, LA 70512
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Applications must be received on or
before FEBRUARY 27.
Photographs are not allowed. No other
materials will be accepted.
At District conferences, the interview score
sheets are added together and averaged.
The interview average score and the written
test score are added together to determine
the superior winners. (Refer to the National
Guidelines’ rating sheet.)
At the State Conference, the written test will
determine the finalists who go on to be
interviewed. The finalists will be announced
at the end of the Opening General Session.
Advisers must schedule the time for the
interview.
The interview average score (Refer to the
National Guidelines’ rating sheet.) and the
written test score are added together to
determine the order of winners.
A deduction of five (5) points will be made
for not following guidelines.
At the national level, Mr. and Ms. FBL have
been combined into a single Future
Business Leader Event. Each state will be
allowed three nominees at the NLC. The
three members who will represent Louisiana
FBLA in this event will be the winners of Mr.
FBL and Ms. FBL and the person scoring
the highest on the Mr./Ms. FBL written exam
at the FBLA State Leadership Conference.
Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e. Palm Pilots), phones
or other memory storage devices are
allowed in any event.
Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
The 11th edition of Robert’s Rules of Order
Newly Revised is used for the written test and
for demonstrations.
1. Each chapter may enter one team
composed of four or five members--
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president, vice president, secretary,
treasurer, and an additional member. All
team members must be from one local
chapter.
First place winners at the district
conferences will receive $100 to be
awarded at the state conference. The first
place team at state will receive a $1000
cash award.
Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 Parliamentary Procedure principles
 FBLA National bylaws.
 Questions for the parliamentary
procedure principles section of the test
will be drawn from the National
Association of Parliamentarian’s official
test bank.
 Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised
11th edition and other materials will be
used for test questions.
At the state conference, final ranking will
be determined by adding the total written
scores to the total performance scores.
Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
Finalists will schedule demonstration times
at the State conference immediately
following the First General Session.
All team members must take the
Parliamentary Procedure test at the same
time. All team members who take the test
must participate in the demonstration at the
state level.
Teams will be given twenty (20) minutes to
prepare their demonstrations. Performance
time may be from 8:31 to 11:29 without any
deduction. A timekeeper will stand at eight
(8) minutes. One (1) point will be deducted
for each full half-minute (30 seconds) under
or over the specified time.
Parliamentary Procedure reference
materials may be used during the
preparation period but not during the
performance itself. The following items may
be taken into the prep and performance
room: a copy of the problem for each team
member, the treasurer’s report, a copy of the
minutes from a preceding meeting.
Performances must include presentation of
procedures that are used in a complete
regular meeting of the chapter from the time
the meeting is called to order until it is
adjourned. Items designated in the case
must be included in the appropriate order of
business, but other items should also be
taken up during the meeting. The secretary
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will take notes during the performance, but
notes will not be transcribed into minutes.
The problem may or may not include each
class of motion, but all five (5) classes of
motions—main, subsidiary, privileged,
incidental, and motions that bring a question
again before the assembly—must be
demonstrated during the performance.
No reference materials, visual aids, or
electronic devices may be brought to or
used during the performance.
At least two teams will receive superior
ratings at District. At the State Leadership
Conference, the top ten teams with the
highest average score on the written test will
schedule a performance time with official
judges.
A deduction of five (5) points will be made
for not following guidelines.
The applicant for Parliamentarian earning
the highest score on the written test will be
appointed to the position by the State
Adviser.
Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
Performances are not open to conference
attendees.
PARTNERSHIP WITH BUSINESS PROJECT
1. Each local chapter may submit one project
for this event.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. First, second, and third place state winners
are eligible for national competition.
4. The report should demonstrate the
development and implementation of an
innovative, creative, and effective
partnership plan.
5. Include: description of the partnership goals
and planning activities; roles of business
leaders and chapter members in developing
and implementing the partnership; results,
concepts learned, and impact of the project
provided; degree of involvement (hours
spent, personal contact executives and
department heads contracted); and
examples of publicity and recognition
received as a result of the partnership.
6. Report Guidelines:
 Front cover is not counted
against page limit
 Front cover contains the
following information: name of
the school, state, name of the
event and year (20XX--XX)
 Divider pages and appendices are
optional and must be included in
the page count
Louisiana FBLA Guidelines
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Reports must include a table of
contents and page numbers
 Pages must be numbered and
formatted to fit 8 ½” x 11” paper
 Chapter reports start from
previous State Leadership
Conference to current State
Leadership Conference
 Follow the rating sheet sequence
when writing the report. Refer to
the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet
 If information is not available for
the particular criterion, include a
statement to that effect in your
report
 Points will be deducted if the
written project doesn’t adhere to
the guidelines
 Reports must not exceed 15
pages
Competitors must prepare the report.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
write the report.
Report file must be saved in the PDF
format as one document. The filename
should be schoolname-pwb.pdf EX.
sacredheart-pwb.pdf.
The report PDF file must be uploaded
through the online submission form
located on the Louisiana FBLA web site
on or before FEBRUARY 27.
Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the National Guidelines for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
PERSONAL FINANCE
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 credit and debt
 earning a living (income, taxes)
 managing budgets and finance
 saving and investing
 banking and insurance
 financial principles related to personal
decision making
 buying goods and services
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
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phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
1. Each chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. The topic to be developed in this
presentation and submitted for
competition for the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conference will be:
In the light of current events with
professional sports teams, franchises,
and professional sports players the
image of these companies has been
tarnished. Produce a PSA demonstrating
the positive impact of sports.
4. Competitors must research and form an
objective on the given topic provided.
5. Create a 30-second video on the topic.
6. The video production may use any method
to capture or create moving images.
7. The public service announcement must be
shown to the judges.
8. The presentation should include the team’s
objective toward the topic, major findings
from the topic research, the script writing
process, use of different video techniques, a
list of equipment and software used, and
copyright issues with pictures, music or
other items.
9. Competitors must bring their own script copy
if they want to refer to it during the
presentation. They are also responsible for
bringing a copy of their project to show to
the judges.
10. Competitors must prepare the project.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
11. Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to the
Format Guide for copyright guidelines page
141.
12. Presentation of the entry must be conducted
by competitors who authored the event.
13. Visual aids related to the project may be
used; however, no items may be left with the
judges or audience.
14. Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up
and remove equipment.
15. Teams will have five (5) minutes to describe
the project and show their video.
16. At the end of four (4) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At the end of five (5)
minutes a timekeeper will stand until noticed
indicating time is up.
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17. When the presentation is finished, the
timekeeper will record the time used, noting
a deduction of five (5) points for any time
over five (5) minutes.
18. Following each presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question-answer
period.
19. THE CHAPTER MUST PROVIDE ALL
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FOR THE
PRESENTATION AT STATE.
20. The video must be uploaded through
YouTube or SchoolTube, marked unlisted
with comments disabled.
21. The video URL and competitive event
information must be entered in the online
Statement of Assurance form located on
the Louisiana FBLA web site.
22. The completed online Statement of
Assurance form must be submitted on or
before FEBRUARY 27.
23. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event
PUBLIC SPEAKING I
1. Each local chapter may enter one member.
Students in grades 7, 8, 9 and 10 are
eligible to compete in this event.
2. The speech should be 3:31 to 4:29 in length.
The content must be of a business nature
and must be developed from one or more of
the nine (9) FBLA-PBL goals.
3. When delivering his/her speech, the
competitor may use notes or note cards.
4. No other reference materials such as visual
aids or electronic devices may be brought to
or used during the event presentation.
5. Each speech must be from 3:31 to 4:29 in
length. A time keeper will stand at the end
of three (3) minutes. A deduction of five (5)
points will be made for any time under 3:31
or over 4:29. Refer to the National
Guidelines’ rating sheet.
6. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event.
PUBLIC SPEAKING II
1. Each local chapter may enter one member.
2. The speech should be 4:31 to 5:29 in length.
The content must be of a business nature
and must be developed from one or more of
the nine (9) FBLA-PBL goals.
3. When delivering his/her speech, the
competitor may use notes or note cards.
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4. No other reference materials such as visual
aids or electronic devices may be brought to
or used during the event presentation.
5. Each speech must be from 4:31 to 5:29 in
length. A time keeper will stand at the end
of four (4) minutes. A deduction of five (5)
points will be made for any time under 4:31
or over 5:29. Refer to the National
Guidelines’ rating sheet.
6. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors of this event may not view
other competitors’ performance in this
event.
PUBLICATION DESIGN
(NEW)
1. Each local chapter may enter one
individual or one team of two members.
2. The event is to highlight print publications.
3. This is a prejudged event.
4. The topic to be developed in this
presentation and submitted for
competition for the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conference will be:
You have been hired by a new restaurant
owner who is offering both a bakery and
restaurant for gluten-free products.
Being gluten- and wheat-free is
considered the norm in today’s society.
The owner, who is gluten-free, decided to
get funding to open a business. The
entrepreneur specializes in making
baked goods from breads to muffins and
pastries, as well as simple lunch or
dinner menu items for the casual diner
who is gluten- and/ or wheat-free. The
owner has hired one of the top pastry
and restaurant chefs in the area with
experience in gluten- and wheat-free
foods. To attract new customers and let
people know about the restaurant, the
owner has asked you to develop a series
of print items suitable for a new bakery
and restaurant marketing campaign.
This will include the design of a
brochure, ¼ page newspaper ad,
magazine coupon, and campaign poster
not to exceed 18” x 24”.
Before you begin, design a logo for the
company. This logo should
communicate the company name,
incorporate graphic elements, and
include a tagline/slogan that you create.
The logo should be used on all
promotional items. The marketing
campaign should be cohesive. Create
contact information including a URL.
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5. Competitors must prepare the project.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
6. Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to Format
Guide for copyright guidelines, page 141.
7. Competitors are responsible for bringing a
copy of their project to show the judges.
8. Presentation of the entry must be conducted
by competitors who authored the event.
9. Visual aids and samples specifically related
to the project may be used in the
presentation; however, no items may be left
with the judges or audience.
10. Competitors may bring copies of printed
materials designed for presentation.
11. The presentation should include the team’s
objective toward the topic; the script writing
process; use of different video techniques; a
list of equipment and software used; and
copyright issues with pictures, music, or
other items.
12. At the State Conference, five (5) minutes will
be allowed to set up equipment or
presentation items.
13. The individual or team has seven (7)
minutes to deliver the presentation. At the
end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper will
stand until noticed indicating one (1) minute
remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will stand indicating time is up.
When the presentation is finished, the
timekeeper will record the time used, noting
a deduction of five (5) points for any
presentation over seven (7) minutes.
14. Following each presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question-answer
period.
15. Media may be labeled using any method,
but must include the name of the school,
state, name of the event, and name(s) of the
competitor(s) and year (20XX—XX).
16. THE CHAPTER MUST PROVIDE ALL
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FOR THE
PRESENTATION AT STATE.
17. The publication design files must be
saved in the PDF format. The filename for
each file should be schoolname-pdnameofpublication.pdf. Ex. sacredheart-pdbrochure.pdf
18. The publication design PDF files must be
uploaded through the online submission
form located on the Louisiana FBLA web
site on or before FEBRUARY 27.
19. The finalists from the prejudging will be
announced at the opening session of the
state conference. Advisers must
schedule the time for performance.
20. The finalists will make a presentation.
Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
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21. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the National Guidelines for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership competition.
22. All performances are open to conference
attendees, space permitting. Performing
competitors’ performance of this event
may not view other competitors’ in this
event.
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RICHARD D. CLANTON MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP AWARD (STATE ONLY)
1. The Richard D. Clanton Memorial
Scholarship Award is an award of distinction
given to an outstanding FBLA member each
year in memory of Louisiana’s Father of
FBLA. Each local chapter may enter one
member. Students in grades 11 - 12 are
eligible to compete in this event.
2. Criteria to be considered in the selection of
the contestant for this award should include:
 Participation in competitive events on
the District, State, and National level
 Office, chairpersonships, and committee
membership on local, district, state, and
national levels
 Contributions to chapter projects and
participation in state and nationally
approved projects
 Contributions to and participation in
other organizations and activities
 Academic achievement
 Knowledge of Louisiana FBLA History
3. The RDC winner receives a special plaque
and a $500 scholarship. The winner’s
school also receives a plaque. In addition,
the RDC winner’s name is engraved in the
RDC monument marker located at
Northwestern State University in
Natchitoches, Louisiana.
4. Competitors should prepare and submit:
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three (3) cover letters for the award.
The letter should state the reasons
the competitor is deserving of the
honor of the award. Must follow the
FBLA letter format provided in
National Guidelines, page 145.
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The letter should be addressed and
mailed to:
Richard D. Clanton Awards
Committee
c/o Louisiana FBLA
Mr. Andrew Ducote, State Adviser
4200 Chateau Blvd. Apt. D
Kenner, LA 70065
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three (3) brief resumes` (no more
than two pages) describing his/her
major contributions and
accomplishments as a member of
FBLA. Must follow the FBLA
Resume` format provided in National
Guidelines, page 157.
Applications to the state office must be
received on or before FEBRUARY 27.
The Clanton family will be responsible
for reviewing the letters and resumes
and selecting the finalists to appear
before a panel of judges during the
State Leadership Conference.
Each competitor must provide three (3)
folders, each labeled with the name of
the school, state, name of the event,
name of the competitor and year
(20XX—XX). The following must be
contained in the letter-size folders:
A one-page cover letter
No letterhead of any type is to be used
(school personal)
Brief resume` of the competitor (not to
exceed two pages).
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Each set should be paper clipped.
Three sets of materials must be
submitted.
5. Application materials will not be returned.
Refer to the rating sheet in the guidelines.
SALES PRESENTATION
1. Each chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries are created by an individual
member.
3. Competitor will sell a product or concept
of his/her choice to the judges.
4. The presentation will be developed prior to
the State Conference and will be used when
giving the Sales Presentation.
5. The competitor shall provide the necessary
materials and merchandise for the
demonstration along with the product.
6. Each competitor’s demonstration must be
the result of his/her own efforts. Facts and
working data may be secured from any
source.
7. The competitor is expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to Format
Guide for copyright guidelines, page 141.
8. Competitor, not advisers, must prepare the
demonstration.
9. Visual aids and samples related to the
presentation may be used in the
presentation; however, no items may be left
with the judges or audience.
10. When delivering the demonstration, the
competitor may use notes, note cards, and
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props. All materials must be removed at the
end of the performance.
The competitor is responsible for bringing a
copy of his/her project to show the judges.
Five (5) minutes will be allowed to set up
and remove equipment or presentation
items.
The competitor has seven (7) minutes to
present to the judges.
At the end of six (6) minutes, a timekeeper
will stand until noticed indicating one (1)
minute remains. At seven (7) minutes the
timekeeper will record the time used, noting
a deduction of five (5) points for any time
over the seven minutes.
Following each presentation, judges will
conduct a three (3) minute question-answer
period.
Refer to the National Guidelines` rating
sheet.
THE CHAPTER MUST PROVIDE ALL
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE FOR THE
PRESENTATION AT STATE.
At the State Leadership Conference,
there will be a preliminary round of
judging for all competing in Sales
Presentation the first day of the state
conference.
The presentation time for the preliminary
judging will be assigned by the state
office.
The finalists will be announced at the
opening session of the state conference.
Adviser must schedule the time for
presentation.
Any member competing in this event
MUST compete in the preliminary judging
on Sunday.
Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
All final performances are open to
conference attendees, space permitting.
Performing competitors of this event may
not view other competitors’ performance
in this event.
SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN
1. Each chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
On the state level, this is a prejudged
event. Competitors do not make a
presentation before judges. However,
those qualifying for national competition
will have to make a presentation not to
exceed seven (7) minutes. This
presentation must include the produced
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“content” or “final product” of the Social
Media Campaign event. Refer to the
FBLA National Guidelines for more
information.
The topic to be developed and submitted
for competition for the 2016 State and
National Leadership Conference will be:
Create a social-media campaign to
market your new business: a banquet
hall to be used for wedding receptions,
engagement parties, and any type of
celebrations or business presentation
meetings. You must use at least three
sources of social media (e.g., Twitter,
Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.).
3. The production should:
 Effectively address a recruitment
opportunity and a strategic approach to
targeting prospective members, as well
as engaging existing members.
 Topic is addressed effectively and is
appropriate for the audience.
 Campaign has high level of engagement
and interactivity: Likes, Shares,
Retweets, RSVPs, etc.
 Demonstrates knowledge of social media
marketing beyond community
management, including but not limited to:
developing unique content, effectively
utilizing existing content, optimizing
content for search, and distributing
content across as many platforms as
possible within a limited budget.
 Describe any applicable insight/research
methodology as to why you have chosen
specific platforms, messaging, content,
engagement, and outreach strategies.
 Overall campaign – images, videos,
copywriting, graphic designs (if
applicable) – is creative and appealing.
 Final product indicates a clear thought
process, a well-formulated campaign,
and execution of a firm idea.
 Effectively communicate required
information and drive the campaign
toward a clear call-to-action.
 Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to
Format Guide, page 141.
4. Competitors must prepare the project.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
5. The URL(s) and competitive event
information must be entered in the online
Statement of Assurance form located on
the Louisiana FBLA web site.
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6. The completed online Statement of
Assurance form must be submitted on or
before FEBRUARY 27.
7. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT
1. Each local chapter may enter one team of
two or three members.
2. A collaborative objective test will be
administered for this event at the district
and state levels.
3. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 management basics
 event management
 management functions
 decision making
 management strategies
 strategic planning tools
 networking and delegating
 leadership
 managing groups and teams
 ethics
 management for entertainment industry
 marketing concepts and buyer behavior
 marketing information management and
research
 marketing mix and product life cycle
 distribution, pricing, and market
conditions
 promotion, advertising, and sponsorship
 sales
 entrepreneurship
 human resource management
 careers
4. The finalists at the State level will be
scheduled for a performance time. The
presentation score will determine the final
rank. The written test score will be used in
the event of a tie.
5. At the district level, all members of a team
must take the written test at the same
time.
6. At the state level, the written test must be
taken at the scheduled time.
7. An interactive case study will consist of
a problem outlining the understanding
and awareness of sports and
entertainment issues within today’s
society.
8. This is a role play event.
9. Twenty (20) minutes before the
performance, the team will receive the
problem.
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10. Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be provided
to each competitor and may be used during
event preparation and performance.
Information may be written on both sides of
the note cards. Note cards will be collected
after the presentation.
11. No other reference materials are allowed.
12. Teams should introduce themselves,
describe the situation, make their
recommendations, and summarize the
case.
13. All team members are expected to actively
participate in the performance.
14. All questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
15. Teams have seven (7) minutes to interact
with a panel of judges and present a case
solution. Judges will role play the second
party in the presentation and refer to the
case for specifics. At the end of six 6)
minutes, a timekeeper will stand until
noticed indicating one (1) minute remains.
At seven (7) minutes, the timekeeper will
stand indicating time is up.
16. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
17. Calculators can be used in all written
events as appropriate; however, no
graphing calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm
Pilots), phones, or other memory storage
devices are allowed in any event including
during prep and preparation time.
18. Performances are not open to
conference attendees.
SPREADSHEET APPLICATIONS
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 formulas
 functions
 graphics, charts, reports
 purpose for spreadsheets
 pivot tables and advanced tools
 macros and templates
 filters and extraction of data
 format and print options
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
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phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
5. “School Site” production testing will be
administered by the State Office and sent to
National Office for grading. The competitors
will attend the NLC for the written portion of
the test.
WEBSITE DESIGN
1. Each chapter may submit one entry.
2. Entries may be created by an individual
member or a team of two to three members.
3. The topic to be addressed by the Web
site developed for competition at the
2016 State and National Leadership
Conference will be:
You have been hired by a new restaurant
owner who is offering both a bakery and
restaurant for gluten-free products.
Being gluten- and wheat-free is
considered the norm in today’s society.
The owner, who is gluten-free, decided to
get funding to open a business. The
entrepreneur specializes in making
baked goods from breads to muffins and
pastries, as well as simple lunch or
dinner menu items for the casual diner
who is gluten- and/or wheat-free. The
owner has hired one of the top pastry
and restaurant chefs in the area with
experience in gluten- and wheat-free
foods. Develop a company identity
including a name and logo that has a
cohesive design structure to be used
throughout the website. The site should
have elements typical of a restaurant,
including but not limited to:
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Menus
Contact information and hours of
operation
Make a reservation online
About Us
Preferred customer loyalty
program
Reviews
4. The website must be available for viewing
on the Internet at the time of judging. No
changes can be made to the website after
the official entry date.
5. Websites should be designed to allow for
viewing on as many different platforms as
possible.
6. Explanations should include the
development and design process, the use
and implementation of innovative
technology, and the use and development of
media elements.
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7. Competitors must prepare the project.
Advisers and others are not permitted to
help.
8. Competitors are expected to follow all
applicable copyright laws. Refer to the
Format Guide for copyright guidelines, page
141.
9. Any photographs, texts, trademarks, or
names used on the site must be supported
by proper documentation and approvals
indicated on the site.
10. When applicable, the use of templates must
be identified.
11. Refer to the National Guidelines’ rating
sheet.
12. The URL and competitive event
information must be entered in the online
Statement of Assurance form located on
the Louisiana FBLA web site.
13. The completed online Statement of
Assurance form must be submitted on or
before FEBRUARY 27.
14. Those who qualify for nationals need to
refer to the NATIONAL GUIDELINES for
additional criteria for the National
Leadership Conference competition.
WORD PROCESSING
1. Each local chapter may enter three
individuals in this event.
2. Competitors will be given a one hour written
objective test, which may consist of the
following competencies:
 related application knowledge
 advanced applications
 document formatting rules and
standards
 grammar, punctuation, spelling, and
proofreading
 printing
3. One-fifth of those competing will receive a
superior rating at the district conference.
The top ten will be recognized at the state
conference.
4. Calculators can be used in all written events
as appropriate; however, no graphing
calculators, PDAs (i.e., Palm Pilots),
phones, or other memory storage devices
are allowed in any event.
5. “School Site” production testing will be
administered by the State Office and sent to
National Office for grading. The competitors
will attend the NLC for the written portion of
the test.
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RICHARD D. CLANTON MEMORIAL AWARD
Preliminary Rating Sheet
Points given may range between zero (0) and the maximum number indicated.
(1) LETTER OF APPLICATION AND RESUME
Clear and concise presentation of facts with logical arrangement
Correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and acceptable business style
Evidence of career knowledge and career plans
_____ 5
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TOTAL POINTS SECTION (1)
(2) LEADERSHIP ROLE IN FBLA
Offices sought or held
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the district level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the state level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the national level
Committee membership on the local, state, and national levels
Contributions to chapter projects and participation in state and
national projects and activities
_____15
_____ 10
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (2)
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(3) ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN OTHER ACTIVITIES
Academic achievement
_____ 5
Membership in and participation in other organizations
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (3)
_____10
FINAL SCORE (TOTAL POINTS ALL SECTIONS)
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NAME____________________________________SCHOOL__________________________
JUDGE’S
SIGNATURE________________________________________________________________
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Final Rating Sheet
Points given may range between zero (0) and the maximum number indicated.
(1) LETTER OF APPLICATION AND RESUME
Clear and concise presentation of facts with logical arrangement
Correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and acceptable business style
Evidence of career knowledge and career plans
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (1)
(2) LEADERSHIP ROLE IN FBLA
Offices sought or held
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the district level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the state level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the national level
Committee membership on the local, state, and national levels
Contributions to chapter projects and participation in state and
national projects and activities
_____15
_____ 10
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (2)
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(3) ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN OTHER ACTIVITIES
Academic achievement
_____ 5
Membership in and participation in other organizations
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (3)
(4) INTERVIEW
Poise and Maturity
Self-Confidence, Initiative, and Assertiveness
Personal Appearance (Grooming and Appropriate Business Attire)
Communication Skills
Knowledge of Mr. Richard D. Clanton/History of Louisiana FBLA
_____10
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 10
_____ 15
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (4)
_____40
FINAL SCORE (TOTAL POINTS ALL SECTIONS)
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NAME____________________________________SCHOOL__________________________
JUDGE’S
SIGNATURE________________________________________________________________
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WHO’S WHO IN LOUISIANA FBLA AWARD
Preliminary Rating Sheet
Points given may range between zero (0) and the maximum number indicated.
(1) LETTER OF APPLICATION AND RESUME
Clear and concise presentation of facts with logical arrangement
Correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, and acceptable business style
Evidence of career knowledge and career plans
_____5
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_____5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (1)
(2) LEADERSHIP ROLE IN FBLA
Offices sought or held
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the district level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the state level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the national level
Committee membership on the local, state, and national levels
Contributions to chapter projects and participation in state and
national projects and activities
_____15
_____10
_____10
_____10
_____10
_____ 5
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (2)
_____50
(3) ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN OTHER ACTIVITIES
Academic Achievement
_____ 5
Membership in and participation in other organizations
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (3)
_____10
FINAL SCORE (TOTAL POINTS ALL SECTIONS)
____75
NAME____________________________________SCHOOL___________________________
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE________________________________________________________
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WHO’S WHO IN LOUISIANA FBLA AWARD
Final Rating Sheet
Points given may range between zero (0) and the maximum number indicated.
(1) LEADERSHIP ROLE IN FBLA
Offices sought or held
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the district level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the state level
Achievement/Participation in competitive events on the national level
Committee membership on the local, state, and national levels
Contributions to chapter projects and participation in state and
national projects and activities
_____15
_____10
_____13
_____15
_____ 6
_____ 6
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (1)
_____65
(2) ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN OTHER ACTIVITIES
Academic Achievement
_____ 5
Membership in and participation in other organizations
_____ 5
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (2)
(3) INTERVIEW
Poise and Maturity
Self-Confidence, Initiative, and Assertiveness
Personal Appearance (Grooming and Appropriate Business Attire)
Communication Skills
_____10
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____ 5
_____10
TOTAL POINTS SECTION (3)
_____25
FINAL SCORE (TOTAL POINTS ALL SECTIONS)
____100
NAME____________________________________SCHOOL___________________________
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE________________________________________________________
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LOUISIANA FBLA TRAVEL EMERGENCY/RELEASE FORM
This form shall be duplicated as needed for each attendant to participate with or for FBLA
sponsored activities. It should be completed and on file with the local adviser for District and
State Conferences; on file with the State Chair/Adviser for National Conferences. This
completed form is MANDATORY to be eligible for conference participation.
School:____________________________________ Adviser: __________________________________
School Address and Telephone Number: ________________________________________________
1. __________________________________________________________________________________
Name of FBLA Participant
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Address of Participant (Street Address, City, State , ZIP)
____________________________________________________________________________________
Home Telephone Number
2. ___________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Parent/Guardian to Contact in Case of Emergency
___________________________________________________________________________________
Address of Parent/Guardian
____________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone Number (Work & Home)
3.
____________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Participant’s Medical Doctor
Telephone Number of Doctor
4.
____________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Health Insurance Company/Address and Telephone Number of Insurance Company
____________________________________________________________________________________
Insurance Policy Number
I hereby give my permission for my son/daughter to participate in FBLA District, State, and
National Conference(s). I understand that should an emergency occur, the above person(s)
and/or company will be contacted to provide information/assistance for my child. I absolve
the local school adviser(s), chaperone(s), and administration and Louisiana FBLA, Inc. of
liability.
__________________________________________ _________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian
Date
Signature
Date
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FBLA-PBL® NATIONAL DRESS CODE
FBLA-PBL® members and advisers should develop an awareness of the image one’s
appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the
association and its members and to prepare students for the business world. Appropriate attire
is required for all attendees – advisers, members, and guests – at all general sessions,
competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated
in the conference program. Conference name badges are part of this dress code and must be
worn for all conference functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges when touring.
Professional attire acceptable for official FBLA-PBL® activities include:
Males
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Business suit with collar dress shirt, and necktie or
Sport coat, dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie or
Dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie
Banded collar shirt may be worn only if sport coat or business suit is worn
Dress shoes and socks
Females
 Business suit with blouse or
 Business pantsuit with blouse or
 Skirt or dress slacks with blouse or sweater or
 Business dress
 Capris or gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn below the knee
 Dress shoes
Inappropriate attire, for both men and women, includes:
 Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears
 Denim or chambray fabric clothing of any kind, overalls, shorts, skorts, stretch or stirrup
pants, exercise or bike shorts
 Backless, see-through, tight-fitting, spaghetti straps, strapless, extremely short, or lowcut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts
 T-shirts, Lycra™, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, bathing suits
 Sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet, or over-thekneeboots
 Athletic wear, including sneakers
 Hats or flannel fabric clothing
 Bolo ties
 Visible foundation garments
CLARIFICATION–Many women’s two-piece suits are currently designed so that they do not
require a blouse. Therefore, this will be accepted. In addition, sling-back shoes, open-toe shoes,
and sleeveless dresses are accepted.
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