Question 1

Getting Started with FBLA

Accepted Answer

Why join FBLA?

Tips for New Advisers:

What is Middle School FBLA?

Middle School Adviser Handbook:

High School Adviser Handbook:

Collegiate Adviser Handbook:

Question 2

Governance & Bylaws

Accepted Answer

Chapter Bylaws Template:

Colorado FBLA High School & Middle School Bylaws & Handbook:

Colorado FBLA Collegiate Bylaws & Handbook:

Question 3

FBLA Connect

Accepted Answer

Visit FBLA Connect through this link: https://connect.fbla.org/ (https://connect.fbla.org/)

National FBLA has put together several helpful FBLA Connect how-to videos on YouTube: FBLA Connect Tutorials (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iq6_D_XJneA&list=PL-pTY3rirSUn62aVVYSxQH_khI8TK72kB)

If you prefer to read written instructions, you can find articles on FBLA Connect through the National FBLA Help Center.(https://fbla.zendesk.com/hc/en-us)

Get a start with membership by using the tutorial on How to Add Members linked below. We highly encourage advisers to use Option 4 when adding new members to your chapter:

Question 4

Program of Work Resources

Accepted Answer

All FBLA chapters must complete an annual Program of Work, or POW. The format can be adapted to best suit your chapter, but every POW should include activities that cover the following 6 categories:
 • Professional Development
 • Community Service
 • Business & Industry Connections
 • Financial Leadership
 • Public Relations
 • Social Activities

CTSO POW Best Practices & Resources

POW Example - Calendar Format

Question 5

National Resources & Help Desk

Accepted Answer

National FBLA has a wide array of adviser resources available on their website here: https://www.fbla.org/adviser-resources/.(https://www.fbla.org/adviser-resources/) We especially recommend reviewing the Adviser Welcome Guides and Chapter Management Handbooks for an overview of the membership year.

Need help with something from the National Center? Submit a Help Desk ticket (https://fbla.zendesk.com)for faster reply time. We recommend you also create an account through their help desk system, Zendesk, so you can track any requests.

ADVISER RESOURCES