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Message from FBLA President
Dear Members and Advisers,
Over the past couple of months, our nation and the entire world has experienced unprecedented and challenging times as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Despite this hardship, FBLA's members and advisers have shown perseverance, tenacity, and dedication. In
troubling times like these, our leadership skills are evident. I have always lived my life by
the phrase, "Tough times don't last, but tough people do." While I know that this is not the
way anyone envisioned us ending our year, we will get through this together and we will
emerge even stronger than we were before.
It has been incredible to watch your resolve and creativity during this time. I am encouraged and empowered every time I receive an email about projects chapters are working
on, or when I go on social media and see the ways chapters are still recognizing their
members. Your commitment to becoming our nation's premier business leaders is remarkable and commendable. Even during these times, there are still ways to serve as a
leader. You can complete levels of the Business Achievement Awards, start social media
initiatives, or even make masks for members of your community.
While I recognize that many in-person State Leadership Conferences were cancelled, many states have shifted to virtual formats. I
would like to offer a huge congratulations to members who placed in their competitive event, and a job well done to those who did
not. Regardless of the outcome, you all are winners because of your passion to compete in competitive events during this time of
uncertainty.
Your National Officer Team remains steadfast in our commitment to serving the members and advisers of FBLA. We remain easily
accessible to all of you and would love to meet you all, even if those meetings have to take place over an online platform! Please
continue to check the National Website and social media for new initiatives and resources that will ultimately allow you to explore a
World of Opportunity! If you have any questions or need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. We stand united in our
efforts to make your experience as amazing as possible.
As you have probably heard, FBLA-PBL has made the difficult decision to cancel our in-person National Leadership Conference in
Salt Lake City, Utah. This decision was made with safety as the number one priority. However, I am beyond excited and pleased to
announce FBLA-PBL is moving forward with an interactive, engaging and exciting National Leadership Experience! This experience
will provide many elements of our normal conference, including an Opening Session and a Closing Celebration! Additionally, your
National Officers--along with other leadership development professionals--will host workshops and panels designed just for you!
Please join me from the comforts of your home at the 2020 National Leadership Experience! You are in for an amazing experience
designed to allow you to grow as a leader. We have also opened this event up to any member, regardless if you placed at your state
competition. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and even compete in a competitive event for a chance to
win a scholarship check!
As I conclude this letter, I want to end by saying two words: thank you. These are difficult times for all of us, but hearing from you all
is what inspires me to continue to work to ensure that FBLA remains the greatest student organization in the world. Your safety is of
utmost importance, so please remain safe and follow guidelines from health officials. Thank you for representing the best of what
our nation has to offer and thank you for continuing to believe in FBLA. It has been my greatest honor to serve and represent you all.
Continue to light up the world and demonstrate your talents, skills, and passion.
Travis Johnson
2019-2020 FBLA National President
@TravisJohnson_9 on Twitter and Instagra
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