FBLA Districts a Success!
by Kathy Lorensen
February 19, 2010
Putnam County was well represented and won BIG at the FBLA District Competitions on Thursday, February 18, at Truman State University. Overall, Putnam County won 8 medals and a District Office!
Jake B. ran a successful campaign for FBLA District 3 Vice President. Each and every student who attended the competitions worked hard at helping Jake campaign and get his name out to all the voting delegates. When every student who attended was assembled at Baldwin Auditorium, Jake gave his campaign speech. During his speech he explained his plan to introduce the ‘mullet concept’ into our district. “Like a mullet -- business on top, party in the back. We believe in taking this club very seriously, promoting all it has to offer and most of all learning; yet, we know how to have fun and apply lightheartedness to somewhat gray situations.”
Overall each and every student had a great experience at this year's FBLA District Competitions. Putnam County came home with four 1st place wins, one 2nd place win, and three 3rd place wins.
Business Presentation 1st Place : Jackie P and Brett T
Cyber Security 3rd Place: Colt B
Economics 3rd Place: Mary P
Electronic Career Portfolio 1st Place: Joetta S
Emerging Business Issues 2nd Place: Mattie N and Sarah R
Global Business 1st Place: Jake B and Dillon C
Mr. FBL 1st Place: Jake B
Public Speaking I 3rd Place: Sarah C
What’s coming up next for Putnam County FBLA? State Competitions! This year 5 students qualified, covering 4 different events. We will also be running a State Officer campaign as Jake B is planning on running for a Missouri State FBLA Officer position.
