Join your friends at the 2009 National Leadership Conference (NLC) in Anaheim, California.

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2 ANAHEIM: GET THE EDGE!!! Join your friends at the 2009 National Leadership Conference (NLC) in Anaheim, California. The NLC is coming up soon it s time for you to make plans to attend! This year s NLC will be full of excitement, achievement, and competitive events. This year s conference workshops will help you Get the Edge by offering informative and motivational sessions around a variety of topics. You will be able to connect with and learn from other future business leaders. You ll get the chance to meet your new national officer candidates at their campaign booths, get information about fund-raising opportunities for your chapter, and participate in a competitive event and even win scholarship money! The 2009 NLC is centrally located in Orange County (The OC), which offers world-class attractions, year-round entertainment, and nationally recognized landmarks such as Disneyland Park, the Anaheim GardenWalk, Angel Stadium, Downtown Disney, and Disney s California Adventure Park. Register today so you can Get the Edge! PBL NLC Keynote Speaker: Frank Maguire Frank Maguire is one of corporate America s most knowledgeable authorities on corporate culture, productivity, and communications. As the original senior vice president of Industrial Relations for FedEx, Maguire is acknowledged as the creator of the corporate culture that made the company the multi-billion dollar success story of the past two decades. Frank helped turn the phrase absolutely, positively overnight from a promise to a guarantee. As head of program development at ABC Radio Network, he hired Ted Koppel and Charles Osgood, giving them their first on-air broadcast jobs. While Koppel was eager, Osgood was not even sure he wanted to be in broadcasting! They both agree; Maguire knew best! Maguire served in the Executive Office of the President in Washington, D.C. under both John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. Along with Sargent Shriver, Maguire was one of the five original task force members who created Project Headstart and Special Olympics. FBLA NLC Keynote Speaker: Todd Newton Veteran television host Todd Newton is best known to audiences worldwide for his work on E! Entertainment Television. For over a decade, Newton brought you face to face with Hollywood s biggest stars and was your ticket to red carpet events. Todd s credits also include Whammy! (Gameshow Network), Performing As (FOX), Made in the USA (USA), and electronic retail showscases (Home Shopping Network). In addition to his work in front of the camera, Todd Newton is a certified personal life coach, keynote speaker, and the founder of Los Angeles-based Todd Newton Life Strategies. Table of Contents Keynote Speakers...2 Key Information...3 Workshops and Events...4 Deadline Calendar...5 Certification...5 Campaigning and Voting...6 Photography...7 FBLA-PBL Dress Code...7 About Anaheim...8 Conference Preparation Information...8 Tours...9 PBL Conference Schedule...10 Preparing for Competitive Events...10 PBL Competitive Events Schedule...11 FBLA Conference Schedule...12 Competitive Events Tips...12 FBLA Competitive Events Schedule...13 March of Dimes March for Babies...13 NLC and IFL SM Online Registration...14 Ground Transportation...15 Hotels and Room Rates...15 Car Rental Discounts...15 Hotel Information...16 Hotel Reservation Form...17 Institute for Leaders National Leadership Conference Guide

3 Certification Test This year s NLC will include exam offerings for four industry-leading certification programs. To guarantee a seat, please preregister for one or more exams. The time for each exam is less than an hour. This year a variety of certification exams are being offered to include: Microsoft Certified Application Specialist exams, Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC 3 ) exams, Adobe Certified Associate exams, and Certified Internet Webmaster (CIWv5) Associate exams. See page 5 for more information. Competitive Events Program Changes FBLA has one new event, Sports Management; PBL has two new events, Business Presentation and Free Enterprise Project. FBLA participants will not be sequestered in the preliminary round for Business Ethics, Client Service, and Impromptu Speaking, but students will be sequestered as indicated on the final day events. PBL participants will not be sequestered. Make sure you check the posted schedules for practice report times for the events. Computer Rental Once again you have an opportunity to rent laptop computers and LCD projectors for use at the NLC in Anaheim. The laptop is a PM4 1 GHz, 1GB Ram, 30Gb Hard drive, DVD-R, BT, 16 BIT, Win XPP, Office 2007 Pro, carrying case, and external mouse. The LCD projector is 2000 lumens. KEY INFORMATION equipment, the school/ individual is responsible for providing equipment for all events. Competitive event schedules will not take into account sharing of equipment. Tax Exemption and Purchase Orders Sales and use tax exemption for hotel occupancy tax is not available in California. While purchase orders are not accepted at the Sheraton, they will be accepted at the Hilton, Marriott, and Doubletree, where a check must be received prior to or at conference and hotel registration. PBL Adviser Orientation Meetings It is important for all PBL advisers to attend one Adviser Orientation meeting to learn specific NLC details. The meetings are on June 20 at 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. An additional Adviser Orientation is scheduled for June 21 from 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. The Adviser Orientations will be held at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel. FBLA Adviser Orientation Meetings It is important for all FBLA advisers to attend one Adviser Orientation meeting to learn specific details. The meetings are on June 25 at 9:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m., Noon 12:45 p.m., 3:00 p.m. 3:45 p.m., and 10:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. An additional Adviser Orientation is scheduled for June 26 from 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. The Adviser Orientations will be held at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel. FBLA-PBL Dress Code The FBLA-PBL Dress Code has been revised. See page 7 for details. Costs: Laptop Computer $110 LCD Projector $195 The equipment must be ordered 15 days prior to the opening of the conference. The computer and/or projector will be delivered to the Hilton Anaheim on the first day (opening) of the conference and picked up the last morning of each conference. Location pickup and drop off at competitive event headquarters. A school or individual must complete the forms found online: Master Rental Agreement, Customer Credit Card Approval, and the Rental Request. Order forms may be found at under Registration/Information. If a school is in more than one event requiring computer The following information can be found at Select Registration/Information on our home page under National Conferences to find information on the NLC. Conference Registration Institute for Leaders Conference Schedules Competitive Events Schedule Tours Certification Judge Information Forms Computer Rental Workshop Presenter Form Exhibitor Prospectus Photography Anaheim, California 3

4 GENERAL INFORMATION NLC Workshop Topics As the NLC approaches, check the Web site for a more complete listing of workshops and their descriptions. If you would like to suggest a topic or recommend a speaker, please conferencemgr@fbla.org. Workshops are subject to change. Workshop topics at the 2009 NLC focus on Business (i.e., Business Relationships/Ethics, Entrepreneurship), Career Development, Communications, Information Technology, Leadership, and Finance. Workshops will be geared specifically for students, advisers, and the Professional Division. Open Events Everyone can compete! The Open Events program includes a number of tests members can take without prequalification or preregistration. You don t have to be a state winner just a member. A participant may only take one open event. The tests will be on June 22 (PBL) and June 27 (FBLA and FBLA-Middle Level). Open Events being offered at the 2009 NLC include: FBLA-Middle Level Business Concepts FBLA Facts Internet Safety Introduction to Computers FBLA Advertising Computer Operating Systems Digital Tools Insurance Leadership Netiquette Stock Market/Investments PBL Digital Tools Ethical Hacking Leadership Multimedia Issues (ethics, entertainment, gaming) Personal and Financial Planning Soft Skills SAT and ACT Strategy Sessions For those interested in learning more about college entrance exams, please check out Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions SAT workshop on Friday, June 26, Noon-12:45 p.m. and The Princeton Review s ACT workshop on Saturday, June 27, 12:30 p.m.-1:15 pm. Both will provide a 45-minute strategy session where attendees will learn about the structure, content, and basic strategies of each exam. (FBLA) Graduate Academic Credit Northern Arizona University is pleased to offer optional 500-level credit to FBLA-PBL advisers and PBL students attending and participating in the 2009 FBLA-PBL NLC. This credit could be used in an undergraduate or graduate degree program. CTE 503 Special Problems in CTE (Pass/Fail) CTE 599 Contemp Development: CTSO Integration (Graded) The total cost for the three credit hour class will be $764 $917, depending upon admission status. For more information on class requirements and registration, visit www4.nau.edu/cte/leadership.htm or contact Nicole O Grady at or nicole.ogrady@nau.edu. Registration deadline is July 2 via fax and July 5 via online. National Association of Parliamentarians The National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) will offer its membership examination during the NLC. The cost for the test is the student membership dues for $31 plus state or province dues. Bring a check payable to NAP, Visa, or MasterCard, for the test and complete an application onsite. If a member does not pass the examination, a refund is issued by NAP less a $25 processing fee. The NAP membership examination will be offered on June 22, from 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. for PBL and on June 27, from 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. for FBLA. For more information or to view state/province dues, visit GMAT Strategy Session Take advantage of this opportunity to learn great strategies and techniques for scoring higher on the GMAT. The Princeton Review will provide two 45-minute strategy sessions for those seriously interested in taking the GMAT. Princeton will cover the basics for taking the test, as well as helpful MBA admissions information. The Strategy Sessions will be given Sunday, June 21, Noon 12:45 p.m. and Monday, June 22, 1:00 p.m. 1:45 p.m. (PBL) National Leadership Conference Guide

5 GENERAL INFORMATION Certification Tests To guarantee a seat, preregister by June 8, On-site registration will be available but space will be limited. Exams will be offered for PBL on June 21 from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. and June 22 from 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. FBLA exams will be offered on June 26 from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and on June 27 from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Certified Internet Webmaster (CIWv5) Associate Exams The CIW Associate certification includes three exams: Internet Business Foundations, Site Development Foundations, and Network Technology Foundations. All three foundation exams must be passed to earn the CIW Associate certificate. Cost is $35 per exam. Visit fbla.org/certifications/ciw for more information and study materials. IC Exams Now you can obtain your certificate for IC 3. It takes three exams to complete the standard certification Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. You may take one or all three exams. Cost is $20 per exam. Visit for more information and study materials. Adobe Certified Associate Exams Demonstrate your expertise in today s most popular Web design and multimedia applications from Adobe. Exams offered will be Adobe Flash CS3, Adobe Dreamweaver CS3, and Adobe Photoshop CS3. Each exam takes 50 minutes and each exam costs $40. Visit adobe for more information and study materials. Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Exams This Microsoft certification credential tells the world you have demonstrated proficiency in the newest standard of the world s foremost desktop computing applications. Sign up to take one or more of the Office 2007 suite exams to include Word 2007, Excel 2007, PowerPoint 2007, Access 2007, Outlook 2007, and Windows Vista. Each exam takes 50 minutes and will cost $50. Visit org/certifications/microsoft for more information and study materials. FBLA-PBL NLC Internship Information Enhance your experience by working as an intern at the NLC in Anaheim. The meeting planner interns help national staff with conference logistics and headquarters office management. Interested applicants must be available to attend the Anaheim NLC during the following dates and times: PBL Interns June :00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. FBLA Interns June :00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. To participate as an intern, it is necessary for you to be available during the majority of the NLC. All interns will receive a $100 stipend plus complimentary NLC registration; but they are responsible for their own room, travel, and meal expenses. Complete the internship application form on the national Web site at under Registration/ Information. the application to conferencemgr@fbla. org or mail it to the national center with a current resume and two letters of recommendation. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Refer to the FBLA-PBL Dress Code (page 7) for conference attire guidelines. The application receipt deadline is May 1. Deadline Calendar ASAP: April 1: May 1: May 8: Make airline and transportation reservations Postmarked Deadline FBLA Outstanding Chapter Award PBL Outstanding Chapter Award Receipt Deadline PBL and FBLA internship applications Receipt Deadline NLC competitive events program entries including all forms, reports, resumes (submitted by state chapter) National anthem audition CDs due May 15: Receipt Deadline NLC school site computer tests (submitted by state chapter) PBL and FBLA national officer candidate applications NLC and IFL early bird registration and payment May 15: Postmarked Deadline March of Dimes Mission LIFT report May 22: Receipt Deadline Housing forms due to hotel May 31: Receipt Deadline PBL local voting delegate registration June 1: June 5: Receipt Deadline Deadline for requesting NLC or IFL registration refunds Postmarked Deadline Draft copy of national officer candidate speech, campaign materials, and financial statement Receipt Deadline FBLA local voting delegate registration Last day to make additions or corrections for competitive event entries (submitted by state chapter) Anaheim, California 5

6 GENERAL INFORMATION Campaigning and Voting Campaign Hall In the campaign hall, candidates will display literature at their campaign booths; and you can talk with them about their platforms. Don t miss the spirited competition and bid for delegate votes by the candidates and their campaign teams. National Officer Elections An important and exciting part of the NLC is the election of the national officers. A student interested in running for national office can request the National Officer Candidate Guide from the state adviser, or download it from FBLA and PBL Local Voting Delegates Local FBLA voting delegates vote on matters that come before the regional meetings, including election of the regional vice presidents. Local PBL voting delegates vote to determine all national officers (president, secretary, and treasurer), their regional vice presidents, and bylaw amendments. The number of voting delegates to which a chapter is entitled is determined as follows: Less than 50 paid chapter members: 2 voting delegates paid chapter members: 3 voting delegates More than 100 paid chapter members: 4 voting delegates No chapter may have more voting delegates than the number of members in attendance at the NLC. For example, even though a chapter is entitled to three voting delegates, if only two members are present, only two votes may be cast. To qualify as a voting delegate, members must meet these requirements: Pay FBLA national, state, and local dues by the national membership postmark deadline by March 1 Pay PBL national, state, and local dues by the national membership postmark deadline by April 15 Conference registration fee must be received by May 31 (PBL) and June 5 (FBLA). FBLA State Voting Delegates FBLA state voting delegates vote on all matters that come before the general session, including the election of the national president, secretary, treasurer, and bylaw amendments. Two state voting delegates are registered by each FBLA state chapter prior to the conference. Adviser Hospitality Center Share refreshments and conversation with members of the board of directors and national staff while discussing ideas and issues concerning FBLA-PBL national programs, partnerships, and services. Meet other advisers and exchange ideas in a relaxed environment. Check the conference program for dates and times. Do You Sing? FBLA-PBL is looking for a PBL member and an FBLA member to sing the national anthem at his/her respective NLC. The deadline for receiving auditions is Friday, May 8. Please include your name, school, address, phone number, and which NLC you will be attending. Team Cybis will review all CDs and MP3s, and the person chosen will receive notification from Cybis Communications Corporation. Audition CDs will not be returned. Interested performers should make a demo CD or MP3 and send to jeff@thinkcybis.com or: Jeff Douglass Cybis Communications Corporation One South Orange Ave., Suite 406 Orlando, FL Silent Auction Visit the Silent Auction on June 22 (PBL) and June 27 (FBLA). A variety of items including gift baskets and hotel packages will be available for bidding, with proceeds going to student and adviser recognition programs. FBLA-PBL MarketPlace Whether you need educational or insignia items, you ll find them at the FBLA-PBL MarketPlace. See the latest and greatest products you can t afford to miss. Be sure to bring school purchase orders to ease processing. Cash, checks, and all major credit cards are accepted. Exhibits Visit favorite fund-raising companies, universities, and vendors; and check out new opportunities available to your chapter. Learn about additional educational programs through FBLA-PBL partnership organizations. This is your chance to network and gather new ideas for successful chapter activities. NASSP Requirement The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) requires adult chaperones for high school students attending NASSP-sponsored conferences. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) If a participant has a disability that meets the criteria specified in the ADA, complete the Special Needs form found on under Registration/ Information. Roving Photographers FBLA-PBL photographers will be taking candid photos throughout the conference for publishing in organizational publications and on the national Web site. Those who choose not to have their photos published must inform the photographer before the photo is taken National Leadership Conference Guide

7 Photography Gene Cohn Photography is the official photographer for the 2009 NLC in Anaheim. Have your official state and chapter photo taken with the FBLA-PBL logo and conference date printed on each group photo. Advisers should prior to the conference to schedule group photo times. Once a time is booked, special order forms (with quantity pricing) and information packets will be mailed to you. No quantity pricing is available without the special order form. State/chapter photos will be taken by appointment and on a drop-in, space-available basis. For large groups, we recommend making an appointment. Quantity pricing is not available on-site. Payment Terms: Cash, Check, or Money Order 5 x 7 $10 each 8 x 10 $15 each PHOTOGRAPHY Awards of Excellence Photos Group photographs of the top ten award winners in each category will be taken and may be ordered at the photography desk immediately after each award is received during the Awards of Excellence Program. Award Photo Prices: quantity size price 1 5 x 7 $ x 7 $ x 7 $ x 10 $ x 10 $ x 10 $28 Photography Desk Hours PBL June :00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Awards June 23 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. FBLA June Awards June 28 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 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 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 low-cut 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-the-knee-boots 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. Revised 1/9/2009 Anaheim, California 7

8 ANAHEIM INFORMATION About Orange County Popularly known as The OC, Orange County is a top business and leisure destination, hosting millions of visitors each year. The palm tree-filled metropolis is located in the heart of Southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego. The OC offers an endless array of imagination and excitement. From family adventures and educational discoveries to animal encounters and thrilling amusement park rides, it provides the ultimate experience for anyone seeking world-class entertainment and a taste of Southern California lifestyle. The Anaheim Resort District is a 1,100-acre area located in central Anaheim that encompasses the original Disneyland park, the newer Disney s California Adventure, the Downtown Disney entertainment district, the Anaheim Convention Center, and the brand new Anaheim GardenWalk. Flying to Anaheim and Orange County is a breeze! Four airports service the Anaheim/The OC area (Orange County, Long Beach, Ontario, and Los Angeles). Visitor Information For more detailed information about Anaheim, visit for the Anaheim Convention and Visitors Bureau Web site, or call Climate/Attire Anaheim is comfortably warm in the summer with temperatures averaging in the 80s to upper 90s during the day. Visitors are advised to bring cool, comfortable clothing and shoes for outside activities and touring. Refer to the FBLA-PBL Dress Code for conference attire guidelines. Conference Preparation Information Here are some tips to help you prepare for the conference. Make sure your chapter has paid state and national dues for all members. Check with your state adviser to determine if any travel arrangements are made by your state, and if so, what is included. If not, you must make arrangements for transportation, accommodations, and conference registration. If you have a student who is competing: Carefully read the Competitive Events Program guidelines, which are in your Chapter Management Handbook. Check with your state adviser or competitive events coordinator for special deadlines for report or resume submissions. State advisers also will receive any competitive event updates. Schedule a meeting with all conference attendees: Discuss expenses and help students determine how much spending money they ll need for food, entertainment, and souvenirs. Meals are not included in the conference registration fee. Discuss appropriate clothing to take. Discuss appropriate behavior. Conference delegates represent the national organization as well as their schools and states. FBLA delegates must read and complete the Code of Conduct, which can be found on the national Web site at Be sure that all release forms are signed. Review all travel plans with attendees, and where appropriate, provide parents and guardians with an itinerary and important telephone numbers. Attend an Adviser Orientation scheduled the first two days of the conference. Discuss the various sightseeing options and review the tours. Emphasize the importance of participating in conference activities to the fullest extent. Before you depart for the conference: Determine any allergies, physical disabilities, or limitations that any of your students may have. Notify the national center staff of any disabilities that may require special services using the Special Needs form on the national Web site ( under Registration/Information. Check with your school s accounting department to ensure that all checks have been mailed for conference registration and hotel reservations. If you did not receive a hotel confirmation, call the hotel to confirm that your reservation was received. Document the name of the hotel representative and the date and time of your conversation. Bring to the conference copies of your original hotel reservation and conference registration forms, as well as your confirmation for each person. Schedule a meeting with conference attendees after you have arrived at the conference and picked up your registration packet. Review the conference program in detail. Participate in as many workshops as possible. Attend all general sessions and regional meetings National Leadership Conference Guide

9 Tours While in Southern California, make plans to enjoy some of the area s finest attractions and entertainment. Take advantage of our discounted tours and theme park tickets. Visit our Web site at to get complete pricing information and reserve your tour today. Below are descriptions and duration of the tours and theme park tickets being offered at this year s NLC. Ticket Only Options Available for a one-day pass anytime during the conference (transportation not included): Disneyland Disney s California Adventure Knott s Berry Farm Universal Studios Discover the California Riviera Embark on a unique historic walking tour of picturesque downtown San Juan Capistrano. Capture a fascinating look at the Mission San Juan Capistrano and the Los Rios District, the oldest neighborhood in California. A tour of the area begins with San Juan Capistrano, to uncover the roots of California s Heritage. Stop at the San Juan Capistrano Mission, the Jewel of the Missions, and then continue on an interesting tour of Laguna Beach. Since the early 1900s, Laguna Beach has enjoyed a reputation as a haven for arts and crafts. This is truly a wonderful way to discover the California Riviera! This will be a guided tour (4 hours). Hollywood Walk of Stars The Hollywood Behind-the-Scenes Tour visits all the famous (and infamous) landmarks in Hollywood and is a delight for anyone fascinated with Hollywood history, architecture, and lore. On the Hollywood Behind-the-Scenes Tour you will see many of Hollywood s most famous landmarks including Grauman s Chinese Theatre, the Walk of Fame, and the Hollywood Sign. You will also see many great but lesser known landmarks such as the El Capitan Theatre (Disney s premiere theatre), Grauman s Egyptian Theatre (where the movie premiere was born), the Blossom Room in the Roosevelt Hotel (site of the first Academy Awards ceremony) and the only fully intact speakeasy in Los Angeles. This will be a guided tour (4 hours). Dolphin Safari What could be more magical than sailing alongside pods up to 5,000 strong and the majestic Gray and Blue whales off our California coast? Get up close and personal with the four spectacular species of dolphins that call this area home and love to get within arm s reach of their audience aboard a catamaran. This will be a guided tour (4 hours). TOUR INFORMATION Biking the Newport Coast A six-mile beach lies along a peninsula between the bay and the ocean. It is famous worldwide for its picturesque sandy beaches, majestic coastline, many activities, award-winning dining, and world-class shopping. Ride southward on the boardwalk to Balboa Peninsula for amusement park fun (arcade, carousel, bumper cars, Ferris wheel) at the Fun Zone. Or, cross Newport Harbor on the Auto Ferry for a trip to quaint Balboa Island. If you are into real adventure, follow the trail of bikers and bladers north along Ocean Avenue to Huntington Beach and back. Featuring several different hubs of world-class shopping, Newport Beach is more than a sophisticated beach town it s a way of life. This will be a guided tour (5 hours). City of Angels Los Angeles, The City of Angels, is filled with unique sights that make this one of the most popular destinations in the world. Los Angeles consists of five unique regions, each with its own character. From the skyline of downtown or the landmarks of Hollywood, to the eclectic and glamorous Westside, the sunny coastal beaches, or the Valley s studios and attractions, Los Angeles offers an unparalleled range of experiences to enjoy. Highlights may include: Mann s Chinese Theater, with celebrity handprints, footprints, and autographs in cement; The Hollywood Bowl, Sunset Boulevard and Melrose Avenue, and Hollywood s Walk of Fame, where the legends of film are honored in bronze stars on the sidewalk; and Santa Monica Pier. The tour concludes at one of the most famous signs in the world the 50-foot high HOLLYWOOD sign that stretches across Mt. Lee at the foot of the Los Angeles Mountains. This will be a guided tour (6.5 hours). Major League Baseball Game Take me out to the ballgame! Join the 2002 World Series winners, the Los Angeles Angels, at the recently renovated Angels Stadium. Grab a hotdog and some Thunder Sticks and join the Angel s Rally Monkey cheering on the home team! (5 Hours) Evening on Newport Harbor The California Riviera is one of the largest pleasure boat harbors in the world, featuring 31½ miles of water frontage. Because there are no large freighters or container ships, the harbor has the look of a quaint New England seaport. Celebrity estates and multi-million dollar homes line the waterways, enhancing any encounter on the sparkling waters of Newport Harbor. Tonight you will get into the party mood with the whimsical island themed décor of the Tikiboat! (4.5 Hours) Anaheim, California 9

10 PBL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Thursday, June 18 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. IFL Registration Friday, June 19 IFL Day 1 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. IFL Registration 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. IFL NLC Preconference 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration Desk Saturday, June 20 IFL Day 2 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. IFL NLC Day 1 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration Desk Noon 6:00 p.m. MarketPlace 2:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Competitive Events 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Administrator Orientation 5:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Adviser Orientation 7:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Opening General Session and Campaign Rally 10:00 p.m 10:30 p.m. Administrator and Coordinator Orientation 10:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Adviser Orientation Preparing for FBLA-PBL Competitive Events Online Events All objective tests are on computers. Check the schedule in the program for specific times. Several of the team events requiring an objective test as well as the interview events start on day one of the NLC. Review the NLC program to see when your event is scheduled. Time may have changed from the listing in this conference guide. Arrive 15 minutes early to the online events. Basic calculators will be provided as well as online calculators. PBL members may bring financial calculators for Accounting, Finance, and the Statistical Analysis events. Cell phones and other electronic devices are not allowed. Bring a pencil or pen. Listen to the directions carefully. Performance Events Review the national guidelines and rating sheets found on the Web site or in the Chapter Management Handbook. Introduce yourself providing your name, school, and state to the judges (where appropriate). Offer your hand for a handshake in the interview events. Make eye contact with the judges. All team members must participate in the presentation. Many performance events are interactive where the judges will be asking questions during the presentation. Other events allow the judges to ask questions following the presentation. Review the guidelines and rating sheets. Sunday, June 21 NLC Day 2 7:15 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Competitive Events 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. Adviser Orientation 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. MarketPlace 9:00 a.m. 3:15 p.m. Workshops 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Campaign Booths and Exhibits 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Certification Tests 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Regional Campaign Rallies Monday, June 22 NLC Day 3 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. MarketPlace 8:20 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Competitive Events 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Voting Delegates/State Presidents Q&A 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Campaign Booths and Exhibits 9:00 a.m. 2:15 p.m. Workshops 9:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Silent Auction 1:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. Professional Division Meeting/Reception 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Open Events 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Certification Tests 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. March of Dimes, March for Babies Tuesday, June 23 NLC Day 4 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. Noon MarketPlace 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. National Voting Session 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Regional Voting and Recognition Sessions 11:15 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Adviser Forum 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Awards of Excellence Program 9:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Closing Social Event Please note this schedule is subject to change. Competitive Events Using Equipment A computer and LCD projector must be provided by the individual, team, or school for each event entered. Rental computers and LCD projectors are available this year. Check the Web site at Registration/Information for details. An individual or team has 5 minutes to set up equipment. The clock starts running even if the individual or team isn t set up. A data support package will be provided for events requiring equipment. A computer, LCD projector, and Internet hookup will be provided for E- business, Internet Applications Programming, and Web Site Development. The individual or team may only bring a flash drive to load on the computer. Participants computers may not be used in these events. Sequestered Events PBL members will not be sequestered in either the preliminary or final round. FBLA members will not be sequestered in the preliminary round but will be sequestered in the final round. When in a sequestered event, a participant may not communicate with anyone from outside the sequester room, including coming and going to the practice and performance rooms. The following final FBLA events are sequestered: Banking & Financial Systems, Business Ethics, Client Service, Emerging Business Issues, Entrepreneurship, Help Desk, Global Business, Impromptu Speaking, Management Decision Making, Management Information Systems, Parliamentary Procedure, and Network Design. Participants are allowed to bring reading materials and food into the room. Cell phones and other electronic devices are not allowed National Leadership Conference Guide

11 Saturday, June 20 Administrator & Coordinator Orientation 10:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Administrator Orientation 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Business Communication writing 5:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Business Decision Making online 4:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Future Business Executive application 2:30 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Future Business Teacher application 2:30 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Human Resource Management online 4:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Job Interview application 2:30 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Management Analysis & Decision Making online 4:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Parliamentary Procedure online 5:00 p.m. 6:15 p.m. Sunday, June 21 PBL COMPETITIVE EVENTS SCHEDULE Accounting Analysis & Decision Making Accounting for Professionals Accounting Principles Business Communication Business Ethics preliminary Business Law Business Presentation preliminary Client Service 1st person reports Client Service preliminary Community Service Project preliminary Computer Applications Computer Concepts Contemporary Sports Issues Cyber Security Database Design & Applications Desktop Application Programming finals Desktop Publishing Digital Video Production preliminary E-business preliminary Economic Analysis & Decision Making Emerging Business Issues 1st team reports Emerging Business Issues preliminary Financial Analysis & Decision Making Financial Concepts Financial Services online Free Enterprise Project preliminary Future Business Executive preliminary Future Business Teacher preliminary Help Desk online Hospitality Management online Impromptu Speaking 1st person reports Impromptu Speaking preliminary Information Management International Business Internet Application Programming finals Job Interview preliminary Justice Administration Macroeconomics Management Concepts Marketing Analysis & Decision Making online Marketing Concepts Microeconomics Network Design online Networking Concepts Project Management Public Speaking preliminary Sales Presentation preliminary Small Business Management Plan preliminary Sports Management & Marketing Statistical Analysis Telecommunications Web Site Development preliminary Word Processing 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 8:40 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 8:50 a.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 8:40 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 22 Business Decision Making 8:20 a.m. 1st team reports Business Decision Making finals 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Business Ethics finals Business Presentation finals Client Service 1st person reports 8:40 a.m. Client Service finals Community Service Project finals Digital Video Production finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. E-business finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Emerging Business Issues 1st team reports 8:50 a.m. Emerging Business Issues finals Financial Services 1st team reports 1:00 p.m. Financial Services finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Free Enterprise Project finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Future Business Executive finals 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Future Business Teacher finals 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Help Desk 1st person reports 1:10 p.m. Help Desk finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Hospitality Management 1st team reports 8:30 a.m. Hospitality Management finals Human Resource Management 8:30 a.m. 1st team reports Human Resource Management finals Impromptu Speaking 1st person reports 8:40 a.m. Impromptu Speaking finals Job Interview finals 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Management Analysis & Decision Making 8:30 a.m. 1st team reports Management Analysis & Decision Making finals Marketing Analysis & Decision Making 8:30 a.m. 1st team reports Marketing Analysis & Decision Making finals Network Design 1st team reports 8:20 a.m. Network Design finals 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Open Events 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Parliamentary Procedure 1st team reports 8:30 a.m. Parliamentary Procedure finals 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Public Speaking finals Sales Presentation finals 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Small Business Management Plan finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Web Site Development finals Please note this schedule is subject to change. Anaheim, California 11

12 FBLA CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Tuesday, June 23 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. IFL Registration Wednesday, June 24 IFL Day 1 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. IFL Registration 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. IFL NLC Preconference 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 2:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration Desk Midnight Curfew Thursday, June 25 IFL Day 2 7:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. IFL NLC Day 1 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration Desk 9:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Adviser Orientation Noon 12:45 p.m. Adviser Orientation 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Exhibits, MarketPlace 2:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Competitive Events 3:00 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Adviser Orientation 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Administrator Orientation 7:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Opening General Session and Campaign Rally Anaheim Convention Center 10:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Administrator and Coordinator Orientation 10:15 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Adviser Orientation Midnight Curfew Friday, June 26 NLC Day 2 7:15 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Competitive Events 7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. Adviser Orientation 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 9:00 a.m. 3:15 p.m. Workshops 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Exhibits, Campaign Booths, and MarketPlace 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Certification Tests 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Regional Campaign Rallies Midnight Curfew Saturday, June 27 NLC Day 3 7:15 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Competitive Events 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Voting Delegates/State Presidents Q&A 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Exhibits, Campaign Booths and MarketPlace 9:00 a.m. 3:15 p.m. Workshops 9:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Silent Auction 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Certification Tests 1:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. Professional Division Meeting/Reception 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Open Events 3:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Certification Tests 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. March of Dimes, March for Babies Midnight Curfew Sunday, June 28 NLC Day 4 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. National Voting Session 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Photography Desk 8:00 a.m. Noon MarketPlace 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Tour Desk 9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Regional Voting and Recognition Sessions 11:00 a.m. Noon Adviser Forum 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Awards of Excellence Program Anaheim Convention Center 9:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Closing Social Event Midnight Curfew Please note this schedule is subject to change. Competitive Events Tips General Rules and Tips There will be no competitive event additions or substitutions on-site. Only the final performance rounds are open to conference attendees. All conference attendees must adhere to the Dress Code. Read and follow the FBLA-PBL Dress Code. Don t take the chance of being disqualified or having points deducted because of improper attire. If you have a question whether your attire is proper, it probably isn t. Make sure you know where the room is located for the event. Remember, elevators may be slow, so allow ample time. Get plenty of rest the night before your competition. Make sure you check the schedule posted outside the registration desk and the competitive events office. The schedule will also be posted on our Web site at Check the schedule the night before and the morning of the competition to ensure there are no time changes. Eat something healthful before your competition to calm your nerves. Answering Multiple Choice Questions Read the question before you look for an answer. Eliminate answers you know are not right. Do not keep changing your answer; usually your first choice is the right one. Additional questions: contact education@fbla.org National Leadership Conference Guide

13 Thursday, June 25 Administrator Orientation Administrator & Coordinator Orientation Banking & Financial Service online Entrepreneurship online Future Business Leader online Job Interview application Network Design online Friday, June 26 FBLA COMPETITIVE EVENTS SCHEDULE Accounting I Accounting II American Enterprise Project preliminary Business Calculations Business Ethics 1st team reports Business Ethics preliminary Business Financial Plan preliminary Business Law Business Plan preliminary Business Presentation preliminary Business Procedures Client Service 1st person report Client Service preliminary Community Service Project preliminary Computer Applications Cyber Security Database Design & Applications Desktop Application Programming preliminary Digital Video Production preliminary E-business preliminary Economics Emerging Business Issues 1st team draws Emerging Business Issues preliminary Future Business Leader preliminary Global Business online Help Desk online Impromptu Speaking 1st person reports Impromptu Speaking preliminary Internet Application Programming preliminary Introduction to Business Communication Introduction to Business Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure Job Interview preliminary Management Decision Making online Management Information Systems online Marketing Parliamentary Procedure online Partnership with Business Project preliminary Public Speaking I preliminary Public Speaking II preliminary Virtual Business Challenge preliminary Web Site Development preliminary Computer Problem Solving 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Desktop Application Programming finals 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. Desktop Publishing 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Digital Video Production finals 4:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. E-business finals 2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Emerging Business Issues sequestered 8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Emerging Business Issues finals 3:00 p.m. 4:15 p.m. Entrepreneurship sequestered 8:30 a.m. Entrepreneurship finals 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. FBLA Principles & Procedures 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Future Business Leader finals 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Global Business sequestered 8:30 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Global Business finals 1:00 p.m. Help Desk sequestered 8:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Help Desk finals 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Impromptu Speaking sequestered 8:30 a.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Impromptu Speaking finals 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Internet Application Programming finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Introduction to Technology Concepts 8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 1:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Job Interview finals 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 1:10 p.m. Management Decision Making sequestered 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Management Decision Making finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Management Information Systems 1:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. sequestered 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Management Information Systems finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Network Design sequestered 1:00 p.m. Network Design finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Networking Concepts 11:15 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Open Events 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 8:50 a.m. Parliamentary Procedure sequestered 8:30 a.m. Parliamentary Procedure finals 9:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Partnership with Business Project finals 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Personal Finance 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Public Speaking I finals 8:40 a.m. Public Speaking II finals 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Sports Management 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Spreadsheet Applications 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Technology Concepts 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Virtual Business Challenge finals 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Web Site Development finals 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Word Processing I 8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 3:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Word Processing II 12:15 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Please note this schedule is subject to change. 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27 American Enterprise Project finals Banking & Financial Systems sequestered Banking & Financial Systems finals Business Communication Business Ethics sequestered Business Ethics finals Business Financial Plan finals Business Math Business Plan finals Business Presentation finals Client Service sequestered Client Service finals Community Service Project finals 8:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:10 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. FBLA-PBL and the March of Dimes are sponsoring a special activity to celebrate the success of the Mission LIFT partnership. The March of Dimes, March for Babies is scheduled for Monday, June 22 for PBL and Saturday, June 27 for FBLA. All members and advisers are encouraged to participate and to contribute to the March of Dimes. Remember to bring your roll of dimes! Anaheim, California 13

14 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INFORMATION NLC and IFL Online Registration Register online at Register online for NLC and IFL. Member and adviser information is in our database, so this will make your registration process quick and easy. It s simple, all you do is: Review this guide completely Have your chapter number and password available Go to and click Registration/ Information and follow the instructions Deadline Preregistration and payments must be received no later than June 8. NLC registration questions can be directed to Make sure your school s accounting department is aware of the registration and payment deadline. Early Bird, Regular, and On-site Rates Register by May 15 to take advantage of early bird rates. Regular rates are applicable from May 16 June 8. Preregistration closes midnight (EST) on June 8. On-site rates are applicable starting June 9. Register by June 8 so all your conference materials are available when you arrive. NLC Registration Early Bird Regular On-site On or before May 15 May 16 June 8 June 9 on-site FBLA $95 $105 $115 PBL $105 $115 $125 Guest $45 $55 $65 IFL Registration Early Bird Regular On-site On or before May 15 May 16 June 8 June 9 on-site Student $115 $125 $135 Adviser $50 $60 $70 Candidates $100 $100 $110 Payment Acceptable forms of payment are Visa, MasterCard, school checks, or school purchase order. Make checks payable to FBLA-PBL. Purchase orders must be numbered and signed, and a check must be received prior to or at conference registration. Any balance due in registration fees and on-site registration must be paid at the time of on-site conference registration. Conference registrations, tours, and housing reservations must all be paid separately and mailed to their respective addresses. Do not combine any of these payments. Send NLC/IFL registration payments to: NLC/IFL REGISTRATION P.O. Box Baltimore, MD Guest Registration Guests are nonmembers of FBLA-PBL, including spouses, children, and parents. Advisers and members do not qualify for guest registration. The NLC guest registration includes a name badge, conference program, tour participation, and admission only to the opening and closing sessions. Tickets for Awards of Excellence Program Tickets to the Awards of Excellence Program are available for $25 each and must be purchased at conference headquarters the day of the Awards of Excellence Program (PBL on June 23 and FBLA on June 28). Registration Changes or Cancellations Please fax your changes or cancellations to as soon as they are known. A change and cancellation form is available on our Web site under Registration/Information. Cancellation and Refund Policy Guest fees and insurance are nonrefundable regardless of cancellation date. Registration refund requests must be made in writing before June 1. Requests received by June 1 will receive an 80 percent refund. No refunds will be given after June 1. Allow 4 weeks for processing following the NLC. A refund request form is located on the national Web site under Registration/Information. If you register and do not attend the NLC or IFL, and fail to cancel your registration, you will be responsible for 100 percent of the registration fee. Registration Hours and Location Pick up your chapter s packet at the 2nd floor Registration Desk at the Hilton Anaheim Hotel during the hours listed on the conference schedule. One FBLA adviser must pick up the entire chapter s packet. Partial packets will not be distributed. PBL registrations may be picked up by each registrant. Accident Insurance Arrangements have been made with Federal Insurance Company to provide accident insurance for purchase to all registered NLC participants. Each person who purchases this insurance will be covered while in attendance at the NLC, including traveling directly to and from the conference. Coverage begins at the actual start of the trip to the conference and continues on a 24-hour basis during the trip. It ends when attendees return to their permanent residences. The benefits include up to $25,000 for accidental death or dismemberment, and up to $2,500 for accidental excess medical expenses. The maximum limit of insurance is $500,000 per accident. Coverage is subject to the full terms and conditions in the master policy. To enroll, select the insurance option and make sure to include the $2 fee per person with your conference registration payment. Insurance is not available for on-site registrants, and there are no refunds. Please note that this is an accident insurance and does not cover illnesses not related to an accident. Sunburn is not classified as an accident. For a claim against this policy, notify the FBLA-PBL National Center in writing for verification of coverage and claim information. Adviser/Chaperone Registration If you have assigned a chaperone to assist or act in place of your attendance, he/she must be registered as the adviser/ chaperone to have access to all portions of the conference and must pay full conference registration National Leadership Conference Guide

15 CONFERENCE & HOTEL INFORMATION Hotels and Room Rates FBLA and PBL reservations will only be accepted at the hotel your state has been assigned. State assignments can be found by clicking Registration/Infomation at All rooms are subject to a 15 percent sales/occupancy tax. A portion of the room rate is being used to offset convention costs. PBL HOTEL Hilton Anaheim 777 Convention Way Anaheim, CA P F * *Guest Fax # Hotel Room Rates For all hotels (Hilton, Marriott, Sheraton, Doubletree), room rates are as follows: Single/Double $150 Triple/Quad $160 Plus 15 percent sales/occupancy tax (16 percent at Sheraton) Airport Shuttle SuperShuttle SuperShuttle operates airport shuttle to the conference hotels from the airport. Go to our Web site and select Registration/Information for Airport Shuttle online reservations. To receive a discount, mention the discount code FM6CU or call After you claim your luggage, follow the directions listed below for any of the airports. Los Angeles (LAX): Claim your luggage, proceed outside and look for the orange Shared Ride Van sign located on the outer island. Contact the Guest Service Representative dressed in a blue SuperShuttle uniform, and they will assist with your transportation needs. Receive a $2 discount off shared ride from LAX ($16 normal rate). Orange County (SNA): Proceed to the transportation center across the street, to the island marked Van Shuttle Service. Contact the Guest Service Representative dressed in a blue SuperShuttle uniform, and they will assist with your transportation needs. Receive a $1 discount off shared ride from SNA/Orange County ($10 normal rate). Long Beach (LGB): Advanced reservations are required. Please call 800.BLUE-VAN ( ) to make your reservations. Once you have collected your luggage look for the transportation kiosk across from the main terminal in the rental car return lot, and let the agent there know you have a SuperShuttle reservation. Receive a $3 dollar discount off the first passenger rate from the Long Beach Airport ($35 normal, any additional passengers in the party pay $9). Hilton Anaheim 777 Convention Way Anaheim, CA P F * Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort 1855 S. Harbor Boulevard Anaheim, CA P F * FBLA HOTELS Anaheim Marriott 700 W. Convention Way Anaheim, CA P F * Doubletree Guest Suites Anaheim Resort 2085 S. Harbor Boulevard Anaheim, CA P F * *Guest Fax # s Car Rental Discounts Alamo As the official car rental provider for the FBLA-PBL NLC, Alamo offers discounted rental rates to all delegates. For reservations and additional coupon savings go to our Web site, and click on your division, member benefits, additional benefits and discounts and then scroll down to Car Rental Discounts or call or your travel agent. Be sure to request ID number at the time of your reservation. Special online coupon offers are in addition to your FBLA-PBL discount and can be downloaded from the FBLA-PBL Web site to be used when calling for a reservation. Or, when using the FBLA-PBL Web site for reservations, coupon pricing is automatically included when the coupon is selected and the coupon requirements are met. * Discount applies to base rate only. Up to 20% discount applies to participating locations, through 12/31/09. Discount varies by rental date, location, and vehicle type. Taxes for other governmentally-authorized or imposed surcharges (including GST), license and concession recoupment fees, airport and airport facility fees, fuel, additional driver fee, one-way rental charge, and optional items (such as CDW up to US $30 per day) are extra. In the U.S. check your insurance and/or credit card for rental vehicle coverage. Renter must meet standard age, driver and credit requirements. 24-hour advance reservation required. May not be combined with other discounts. Availability is limited. Subject to change without notice.unlimited miles offer available only at participating locations. Blackout dates may apply. Void where prohibited. Anaheim, California 15

16 HOTEL INFORMATION Hotel Reservation Instructions Before the Conference The deadline for receiving hotel reservation forms is May 22. Reservations received after this date will be made on a spaceavailable basis. Advance reservations on the official hotel reservation form will be honored on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations with credit card deposits may be faxed to your assigned hotel. Reservations will NOT be accepted by phone. Go to our Web site and click on Registration/Information and go to the state housing assignments for the conference hotels. If you are sending a hotel reservation form with students from different schools sharing a room, please write the name of the school for each student. One adviser should be listed on the form as the person responsible for the room. Be certain that only one adviser submits a reservation. The hotel is not authorized to mix delegations to fill a double, triple, or quad accommodation. Reservations will be made only for occupants listed together on the same hotel reservation form. A deposit of one night s lodging plus 15 percent tax (except for Sheraton, tax is 16 percent tax) for each room reserved must accompany the hotel reservation form. If your state has already guaranteed its rooming block, this requirement may have been met. Contact your state adviser for details. Acceptable forms of payment are American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa credit cards; or you may pay with a school check. Purchase orders will be accepted at all hotels except the Sheraton. All deposit checks must be made payable to your assigned hotel and mailed to the address of your assigned hotel. Your reservation acknowledgement will come from your assigned hotel. Allow two weeks for this acknowledgement. For a quicker response, include your fax number and address on the hotel reservation form. The balance due for room rates and taxes must be paid at the time you check in to the hotel. Deposit Refund Policy 24-hour notice for the Hilton and Marriott and 72-hour notice for the Sheraton and Doubletree. When You Arrive Hotel check-in time is after 3:00 p.m. for the Sheraton and Doubletree. Hotel check-in time is 4:00 p.m. for the Hilton and Marriott. Plan your arrival after that time. If you arrive earlier than the check-in time, the hotel will make every effort to assign as many rooms as possible. Make arrangements to tour the area until your room is available if you know you will be arriving early. A luggage storage area will be provided at your assigned hotel for groups arriving prior to the checkin time. To minimize confusion in the hotel lobby at your assigned hotel, one PBL representative or FBLA adviser must register the entire delegation. Clearly indicate the name of the person handling the group s billing on the rooming list. When charging incidentals to your guestroom, such as room service, restaurant, or outside phone line access, you must present a major credit card and driver s license upon check-in. The assigned delegate or adviser secures room assignments and keys for the entire delegation. The hotels have been advised of the importance of placing the FBLA adviser and chaperone rooms next to the rooms of the students for whom they are responsible. They will make every effort to do so, but room availability is largely dependent upon the checkout time of those departing on the day of your arrival. Checkout time is noon at your assigned hotels. One adviser or representative must check out, turn in keys, and pay room bills for the entire delegation. The hotel will provide one bill for each room occupied. Verify your departure date on arrival. Early departure may result in a penalty fee. Tips for a Smoother Hotel Check-In Fax or mail changes to your assigned hotel. Do not wait until check-in to change reservations. If you must make a change in your reservation, call your assigned hotel directly; and be sure to document the name of the person you spoke with and the date and time of the conversation. Bring copies of your original reservation form with any changes that were called or faxed to your assigned hotel. Be sure your school s accounting department sends separate checks for hotel reservations and conference registration to the appropriate addresses on each form. The payments must not be combined in one check. Although you only need to send a deposit, paying the full amount in advance will speed your check-in time. If you are mailing your balance due, make sure the check clearly indicates to which school/reservation the amount should be applied. To be absolutely clear, send another copy of your reservation form marking that it is a duplicate with the balance payment. Be as accurate as possible when completing the line on the reservation form that asks your delegation s arrival and departure time. The hotel uses this information to staff the front desk with enough agents at heaviest arrival times. If you have not received a hotel confirmation prior to leaving for the conference, call your assigned hotel and verify your reservation. Be sure to document your conversation National Leadership Conference Guide

17 HOTEL RESERVATION FORM Read Hotel Reservation Instructions on page 16 before proceeding. RECEIPT DEADLINE: May 22 Reservations may not be available after May 22. Keep a copy for your files. Please mail or fax the completed form and one copy to your assigned hotel: Hilton Anaheim 777 Convention Way Anaheim, CA P F Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort 1855 S. Harbor Boulevard Anaheim, CA P F Anaheim Marriott 700 W. Convention Way Anaheim, CA P F Doubletree Guest Suites Anaheim Resort 2085 S. Harbor Boulevard Anaheim, CA P F State housing assignments for the conference hotels can be found at and select Registration/Information. For Hilton, Marriott, Doubletree, Sheraton hotels room rates are as follows: Single/Double $150 Triple/Quad $160 All rooms are subject to a 15 percent sales/occupancy tax. (16 percent at Sheraton). A portion of the room rate is being used to offset conference costs. Person responsible for group s billing: Name School Phone Home Phone School Fax Number Address City State Zip Person(s) responsible on-site Conference: o FBLA NLC o PBL NLC Type or print clearly all occupants for each room. Please duplicate this form if additional space is needed. Guest Room 1 Guest Room Earliest Arrival Date Earliest Arrival Date Latest Departure Date Latest Departure Date Special Needs Request Special Needs Request Check-in time is after 3:00 p.m. for Sheraton and Doubletree and 4:00 p.m. for Hilton and Marriott. Checkout time is noon for all. Approximate Time of Arrival Mode of Transportation Deposit of one night s lodging plus 15 percent tax per room (16 percent at Sheraton) must accompany this form. Reservations will not be made without a deposit. Check enclosed in the amount of $ payable to your assigned hotel. Purchase orders will be accepted at all hotels except the Sheraton. Please hold my credit card as guarantee: o American Express o Discover o Diner s Club o MasterCard o Visa Name on Card Signature Card Number Expiration Date Deposit Refund Policy: 24-hour notice for the Hilton and Marriott and 72-hour notice for the Sheraton and Doubletree. Anaheim, California 17

18 SM INSTITUTE FOR LEADERS Institute for Leaders (IFL SM ) Preview Get Inspired! Get the Best Business Training! Get Connected! Get World Class Leadership Training! Get the Career Advantage! Get Financial Knowledge! Get Ready to be an Officer! Get Your Business Started! Get the Classroom Energized! Get Pumped! Get the Edge! Get the FBLA-PBL Edge at the IFL SM Each year FBLA s and PBL s best leaders attend the NLC. And, the best of the best get the edge at the FBLA-PBL IFL. IFL will blow your mind, activate your senses, stimulate your skills, and equip you with the tools to get the edge in business, careers, college, and in life. IFL is a two-day action-packed and inspiring leadership program. Day 1: All Institute members get to choose a Leadership Major. Major in everything from Finance and Entrepreneurship to being an Adviser or Officer. Day 2: Specialize by choosing a Leadership Minor! From financial planning to workshop presentations to service projects, you ll emerge with great skills in a specific area of leadership. Awesome adventures and networking await all members in the special Leadership Journey program. Test your wits in this wild series of fun leadership and team challenges. Join Titan Teams where you ll learn about amazing business leaders while developing a close network of new friends and leaders all around the world! Hear from inspiring speakers and learn from experts while you laugh, think, dream, and get the edge you ll need in life! NEW!! The Institute Edge: DAY 1 Select a Leadership Major IFL Leadership Majors are a day of intensive training concentrating in a unique area of leadership development. Sign up for your Leadership Major under conference online registration for the IFL. Get ready to join a team and master one of the following majors: Business Leadership Academy: Designed for FBLA members who desire expertise in leadership in the business world! Ideal for newer members! Finance Leadership: For FBLA and PBL members who want to learn all about the world of Wall Street, investing, stocks, credit, money, and more! Technology Leadership: For FBLA members who want to lead online and learn about social media, dazzling design, tech trends, and next-generation innovations. Entrepreneurship: For FBLA and PBL leaders who are ready to start their own enterprise and put business and leadership to work! Career Success: For PBL members who want to get the leadership edge in the world of work. Advanced OfficerShip: For FBLA and PBL members who are experienced officers and lead their state and local chapters. Principles of OfficerShip: For FBLA s next generation of officers who are new to leadership and want to achieve great things for those they serve. Adviser Leadership: Designed exclusively for advisers to learn all about FBLA-PBL, build an incredible program, and organize an awesome year for students. It includes an Adviser Laboratory for planning and sharing best practices to take home. NEW!! The Institute Advantage: DAY 2 Choose a Leadership Minor! Workshop Development and Design: If you have to deliver a workshop this year, choose this Minor to develop an awesome session, learn activities, and master effective presentation techniques. (FBLA and PBL) Corporate Sponsorship and Fund Development: If you have to raise money this year, choose this Minor to find the fastest, most fun, and most profitable methods to earn cash. (FBLA and PBL) Public Relations and News/Web/Media Production: If you need to promote FBLA-PBL, meet government officials, and get the word out effectively choose this Minor. (FBLA only) Sensational Service Projects: If you re leading your chapter s service efforts this year, then choose this Minor to discover the keys to memorable, exciting, and high-impact school and community projects. (FBLA and PBL) National Leadership Conference Guide

19 INSTITUTE FOR LEADERS Program of Work Development & Action Planning: If your team needs time to polish plans, get new ideas, set goals, and assign actions, choose this Minor to organize an excellent chapter. Bring all your officers to this planning session! (FBLA only) Career Intelligence: If you want to gain a career advantage, choose this Minor to get career coaching, participate in interview simulations, and learn how to wow at work. Bring your resume for evaluation. Don t have it? We ll help you build an awesome one! (FBLA and PBL) Life Strategies and Financial Plans: If you want to gain wealth and live your dreams, select this Minor to enhance your life s journey. (FBLA and PBL) Attire Training on day one is FBLA-PBL spirit attire. FBLA-PBL spirit attire means that you can wear a polo or another nice shirt with an FBLA-PBL logo. Jeans, shorts, and T-shirts are not appropriate on either day. Training on day two is professional dress. Please follow the FBLA-PBL Dress Code. Restricted Major Attendance In order to ensure that all participants in IFL have the highest quality experience, and that all majors fit within the space available, registration in all leadership majors will be limited to a maximum of 100 participants. Graduation Requirements Join the numerous members of FBLA-PBL who Get the Edge to the future and who have graduated from the FBLA-PBL IFL! Graduation from the IFL requires attendance and active participation on both days of the program. Scheduling PBL IFL Registration: June 18, 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Program: June 19, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Program: June 20, 8:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. FBLA IFL Registration: June 23, 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Program: June 24, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Program: June 25, 8:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Payment Conference registration payments (i.e., IFL registration and NLC registration) can be combined. Housing reservations and tours must all be paid separately and mailed to their individual addresses. Do not combine these payments. Learn more about IFL! Visit fbla-pbl.org then select Registration/Information to get a detailed preview of the IFL program. Anaheim, California 19

20 Future Business Leaders of America Phi Beta Lambda, Inc Association Drive Reston, VA Future Conferences National Leadership Conferences 2010 Nashville, Tennessee PBL: July 9 12 FBLA: July Orlando, Florida PBL: June FBLA: June 28 July National Fall Leadership Conferences November 6 7 Baltimore, Maryland November Denver, Colorado November Orlando, Florida Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 342 Reston, VA