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State Leadership Conference The Iowa FBLA State Leadership Conference (SLC) is a three-day conference held each spring. The conference consists of general sessions, competitive events, seminars, workshops, the election of officers, awards and recognition, special programs, and other leadership and educational learning activities. 2026 State Leadership Conference Date: March 29-31, 2026 Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Registration Opens February 2nd! Deadlines Conference Hotel Registration Costs Hotel Costs Conference rates are based on the number of nights the attendee stays at an official Iowa FBLA hotel. Registration cost is separate from the hotel cost. Standard Rate (Members, Advisers, & Adults) TBD - For reservations at least two nights TBD - For reservations at least one night TBD - If not staying in official Iowa FBLA hotel block $25 - Awards of Excellence Session Only (Tuesday, March 31st) Chapters should budget and plan for a nightly hotel rate of (TBD). This is the highest rate of all approved hotel properties. The chapter's hotel preference may not be available when selecting the hotel choice; property rates shouldn't be used for budgeting and planning purposes. The chapter will be invoiced based on the pricing of the hotel assigned after the close of registration. The hotel rate is separate from the registration cost. January 28, 2026 - Early Registration Opens February 2, 2026 - Registration Opens March 2, 2026 - Registration Deadline March 2, 2026 - Housing Deadline March 3-20, 2026 - Registration Modification Window March 9, 2026 - Pre-Conference Forms Due March 29, 2026 - Payment Deadline Main Hotel & Conference Center DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex 350 1st Ave NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 Overflow Hotels Holiday Inn Express Cedar Rapids (Collins Rd) Hampton Inn & Suites Cedar Rapids - North Homewood Suites by Hilton Cedar Rapids - North Fairfield Inn & Suites Cedar Rapids - North Conference Resources - Coming Soon SLC Conference Guide - Coming Soon! Condensed Schedule Bulletin Board Sign Up Chapter Budget Planner Thank you for Walking for a Purpose with us! The race to SLC starts now, and we can't wait to see you there! - Team 79 Walk for a Purpose Join Iowa FBLA as we "Walk for a Purpose" to the State Leadership Conference and raise money for our national service partner, the Alzheimer's Association. What is Walk for a Purpose? Walk for a Purpose is the state officer team's statewide service project. This project was developed to help chapters come together to raise money for a good cause. Members can track their steps and compete to see who records the most steps on their way to SLC. How can I participate? Download the Challenge Hound app and join the Walk for a Purpose Challenge ! Create an account or sign in to join. Then, follow the prompts to make your donation to the Alzheimer's Association. The cost to join is $5 and all proceeds from the challenge will go to the Alzheimer's Association. How do I log my activity? You can log your steps manually in the Challenge Hound app OR connect an app or smart device and automatically sync your activities. 2025 SLC General Sessions Opening Session Business Session Awards of Excellence Inspire and Educate: Call for Workshop Proposals Join Us Iowa FBLA welcomes proposals for workshops at the 2026 State Leadership Conference. Share your expertise with students passionate about business and leadership. Inspire the next generation of leaders and make a lasting impact. Submit your proposal today to be part of this exciting event! Proposal Submissions - Coming Soon! Need to make an adjustment to SLC registration? Registration Adjustment Form Future SLC Dates March 29 - 31, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

Iowa FBLA is the premier business organization preparing students to become leaders in business and careers. A career and technical student organization for students around the state of Iowa. Our Mission FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences. Learn More Middle School Explore High School Explore Collegiate Explore 2.3K+ Iowa FBLA has over 2,300 student members, 195+ teacher advisers, and alumni in middle and high schools and colleges throughout Iowa. Join Iowa FBLA 125K+ Over $125,000 has been raised to support members, chapters, service projects, and conferences in the past five years. Funds help support education initiatives and the FBLA community. Support Iowa FBLA 190+ Iowa FBLA has over 190+ school chapters in the state between middle, high school, and collegiate schools preparing students for future careers and helping them learn professional skills. Start a Chapter Get Involved with Iowa FBLA Together, we can impact student leaders to prepare them for their futures after high school and college. Join Become part of a community of members who aspire to be future leaders and whose lives are changed by the incredible FBLA experience. Become a Member Partner Help set a strong foundation that engages, supports, and impacts the next generation of business leaders far into the future. Partner Volunteer Give your time and advice to members by serving as a judge for competitive events in a wide variety of areas. Volunteer Learn Stay up to date with the latest news from Iowa FBLA through our pressroom and social media. Press Room Our Partners & Sponsors

Discover FBLA events taking place in the state of Iowa. Collegiate Events Iowa FBLA members are provided opportunities to participate in conferences and events at the state and national levels. Go beyond the classroom and enhance your business and leadership skills by participating in these events that take place in the fall and spring semesters. Events & Conferences Career Connections Conference A fast-paced, high-impact national conference focused on connecting talented individuals with leading employers. Learn More State Leadership Conference Capstone experience where students from across Iowa compete in business and IT-related events, tour businesses, and more! Learn More National Leadership Conference Iowa's top competitive event winners compete on a national level among collegiate students from across the nation. Learn More Career Specific Events Recurring Various Locations Learn More Our Partners & Sponsors

Iowa FBLA is thrilled to announce that the 2024-25 Welcome Kits have been mailed to all active chapters! These kits are packed with essential resources to help you kick off the school year with energy and focus. For those who prefer a digital option or need quick access, the complete set of materials is also available for download. Here’s what’s included in the physical kits and digital files: Welcome to School Letter 2024-25 Calendar of Events 2024-25 State Membership Goal Flyer 2024-25 FBLAOPOLY Guidelines, Instructions, and Activities List Program Affiliation Agreement and Details State Fall Conference Save the Date Flyer State Leadership Conference Save the Date Flyer Career-Specific Event – Adventureland Flyer Financial Aid Opportunities Handout FBLA Quick Start Reference Poster FBLAOPOLY Classroom Poster Whether you’re planning your chapter’s first meeting, diving into this year’s FBLAOPOLY activities, or preparing for exciting events like the State Leadership Conference, these resources are designed to make the year productive and fun. If you have any questions or need additional materials, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Iowa FBLA team. Here’s to a successful 2024-25 school year filled with growth, leadership, and achievement! Dare to Dream. Dare to Lead.