Advisers

The success of FBLA rests on the shoulders of the student members. However, without the guidance of the local chapter adviser(s), no success would be possible. The adviser is instrumental in organizing and stimulating chapter development. They gain the support of the school administration and community. The local chapter adviser should:

• Be knowledgeable about the history, bylaws, and programs of the national and state organizations for active operation of the local chapter.
• Direct, chaperone, and coordinate supervision of chapter activities.
• Organize the selection process for chapter officers and provide officer training.
• Encourage civic responsibility.
• Assist in the maintenance of necessary chapter records.
• Establish rules and guidelines that will help students lead themselves while remaining consistent with school policies and state and national bylaws.
• Hold regular chapter meetings and see that they are conducted in a businesslike manner.
• Assist members and officers in developing an annual program of work, which includes a budget, calendar, and committee assignments.
• Assist members in planning, collecting, preparing, and arranging materials to promote the chapter and its activities.
• Ensure school administration, faculty, students, and the public are informed of chapter activities and outstanding student achievements.
• Be knowledgeable of the guidelines for district/regional, state, and national competitive events and activities and coordinate participation at all levels.
• Oversee financial development projects and supervise the receipt, recording, depositing, and expenditure of chapter funds.