Fall has been a busy season of learning and travel for MCS Future Business Leaders of America club members. In October, four club members attended the FBLA District Meeting at Bryant and Stratton College in Albany; in November, two members traveled to a national conference in Dallas.

During the district meeting, Liam Hooper, Kaitlin Nelson, Quin Smith and Kaelynn Wainwright attended workshops like “Great Presentations,” “There is No I in Team,” “People Power 101,” and “Finding Your Career.” They also met with peers from other clubs and started planning for upcoming FBLA competitions. 

In November, club president Quin Smith and treasurer Olivia Skowfoe traveled to Dallas, Texas, with advisor Denise Colistra for the FBLA Leadership Conference. During the two-day event, they attended several workshops. Topics included ethics, public speaking, personal brand development, and more. They also connected with FBLA peers from around the country.

Colistra says both trips offered amazing opportunities for the students to learn. The trip to Dallas also provided many cultural experiences.

“On Friday night, the conference hosted the Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament,” Colistra said. “We were also able to spend a little time exploring Dallas and its surrounding areas. At the Stockyard in Fort Worth, we witnessed the daily cattle-drive down Main Street!

FBLA club members will have little time to rest. At both events, members began strategizing to prepare for upcoming district and national competitions.