Viewpoint Middle School Students Win 1st-8th Place in 6 Different Events at FBLA National Leadership Conference ( Lehi, Utah )—
Students from Viewpoint won top prizes at Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.’s (FBLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC). The event, held in Anaheim, California from June 29 to July 2, attracted more than 15,000 middle school and high school students, educators, and volunteers from across the country. The NLC provides education, competition, and networking opportunities centered on business. Nearly 11,000 students from more than 2,000 middle schools and high schools in 48 U.S. states and territories competed in 100 business-related events for cash prizes totaling over $120,000. Students also had the opportunity to engage in over 120 learning workshops and meet with representatives from more than 260 colleges, universities, and employers, including Alzheimer’s Association, BusinessU, CLA, Empowerly, FICO, Funds2Orgs, Jostens, Kendra Scott, Men’s Wearhouse, UWorld, MBA Research, National Retail Federation, National Technical Honor Society, PNC Bank Student Lending, TKS Worldwide, the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and U.S. Coast Guard. Additionally, students heard from keynote speaker and proud FBLA alumna, Karissa Bodnar, Founder and CEO of Thrive Causemetics and Bigger Than Beauty Skincare. In a live onstage conversation with FBLA President & CEO Jennifer Woods, Bodnar shared her journey from high school entrepreneur to leading a globally recognized beauty brand rooted in social impact. Her story inspired students to pursue their passions, embrace innovation, and lead with purpose.
The Viewpoint Middle School FBLA chapter worked hard this year, earning the opportunity for 14 9th graders to attend nationals, with 8 students placing in the top 10 in 6 different events. In addition, they received a banner for the Middle School Champion Chapter for overall achievement. Congratulations to the following students: ● William Lords - Exploring Leadership - 2nd Place ● Beau Fernandez - Exploring Technology - 2nd Place ● Henry Reimschussel - Exploring Economics - 5 th Place ● Jace Quigley - Video Game Challenge - 7 th Place ● Kai Steffes - Exploring Computer Applications - 8 th Place ● Eliana Harris; Adelyne Fritch; Talon Huang - Exploring Website Design - 8th Place “FBLA students are truly future business leaders, who demonstrate knowledge, skill, ambition, and set a good example to their peers and community. They are proactive in their learning, who care about the wellbeing and success of the chapter. I am privileged to mentor and support the students in our Viewpoint FBLA chapter. I have no doubt that they will continue to demonstrate these positive qualities and make a difference in society, careers, and whatever else they pursue in life.” Mrs. Lydia Nelson “This year’s National Leadership Conference showcased the remarkable talent and dedication of our student members,” said FBLA President & CEO Jennifer Woods. “From critical thinking and business management to finance, accounting, and information technology, they demonstrated the essential skills that will shape tomorrow’s workforce.
These middle school and high school students leave Anaheim with not only well-earned recognition, but also new connections, greater confidence, and a clearer path toward their future careers.” Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) education association with more than 200,000 middle school, high school, and college members worldwide. FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences. The association is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C. For more information, visit fbla.org .
