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Iowa FBLA is the premier business organization preparing students to become leaders in business and careers. District Advisers District Advisers are instrumental in overseeing the administrative districts of Iowa FBLA, ensuring that local chapters operate smoothly and align with the organization’s goals. They provide guidance, communication, and support to chapter advisers and members, help coordinate district events. District Advisers Jeff Curley District 1 Adviser Hudson Barbara Schult District 4 Adviser Linn-Mar Andrew Thonstad District 2 Adviser Sioux Center Michelle Fay District 5 Adviser Melcher-Dallas TBD District 3 Adviser TBD Carrie Kohl District 6 Adviser Missouri Valley Learn more about the District Leadership Conference Learn More Our Partners & Sponsors

Iowa FBLA is the premier business organization preparing students to become leaders in business and careers. Our Board Iowa FBLA is spearheaded by a Board of Directors who steer the organization toward a sustainable future by aligning programs and resources with a strategic plan. The Board of Directors comprises local teachers, state leaders, business and industry leaders, and the division's Presidents. Board of Directors Andrew Thonstad Board President High School Local Adviser Sioux Center Lexi Mendoza President-Elect Business & Industry Hills Bank Angie Donovan Secretary Collegiate Local Adviser Loras College Clint Sargent Treasurer High School Local Adviser AHSTW Mahayla Hill Board Member High School Local Adviser Creston Todd Jamison Board Member Collegiate Local Adviser Kirkwood Lauren Minert Board Member Business & Industry Kunkel & Associates Katie Seifert Board Member Collegiate Local Adviser DMACC Barbara Schult Board Member High School Local Adviser Linn-Mar Madison Kraemer Ex-Officio Member Executive Director Iowa FBLA Dylan Dornack Ex-Officio, Non-Voting Member High School State President Creston Nathan Nevenhoven Ex-Officio, Non-Voting Member Collegiate State President Iowa State University Shelly Duwa Ex-Officio, Non-Voting Member State Education Representative Iowa Department of Education Board Facts Explore Open Seats Explore Apply Explore Our Partners & Sponsors

Meet and learn more about this year's state officer team High School State Officer Team Elected by their peers at the State Leadership Conference, Iowa FBLA State Officers represent Iowa’s high school membership. The state officer team develops a program of work to guide the team and local chapters. Throughout the year, state officers are available to attend your chapter meetings and events, or work with your chapter officers directly. Run for State Office Request an Officer Visit District Leadership Council More State Officer Team Read Bio Read Bio Read Bio Dylan Dornack State President Drissya Bhati State Secretary Moustapha Mbaye State Treasurer Read Bio Klark Kane District 1 Vice President Read Bio Peyton Van Otterloo District 2 Vice President Read Bio Manasvi Dhanekula District 3 Vice President Read Bio Abhay Suri District 4 Vice President Read Bio Austin Remster District 5 Vice President Read Bio Callie Bailey District 6 Vice President Learn more about running for High School State Office Learn More! District Leadership Councils View expectations, roles, and responsibilities of District Council members here: District Leadership Council Overview District 1 Allia Ericson, Waukon Jordan Snitker, Waukon Klark Kane, Hudson District 2 Vanessa Flores, Denison Amelia Lappenga, Sioux Center Beatriz Zamago, Denison District 3 Laksha Suresh, Waukee Manasvi Dhanekula, Johnston Dawson Hammen, Ankeny Centennial District 4 Bryanna Samuels, Clinton Abhay Suri, Linn-Mar Lily Lang, Pleasant Valley District 5 Valerie Hernandez, Fairfield Holden Friase, Fort Madison Austin Remster, Melcher-Dallas District 6 Callie Bailey, Missouri Valley Michael Wilson, East Mills Brooklin Glennie, Missouri Valley Our Partners & Sponsors

Iowa FBLA is the premier business organization preparing students to become leaders in business and careers. State Staff The staff at Iowa FBLA plays a crucial role in executing the organization’s mission by managing day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives set by the Board of Directors. This dedicated team handles everything from organizing events and managing communications to providing resources and guidance for members, advisers, and chapters. Iowa FBLA Staff Contact Contact Jodi Leimkuehler Judges & Volunteer Manager Contact Chris Dzurick State Programs Manager Madison Kraemer Executive Director & State Adviser Our Partners & Sponsors

Chapter Leadership & Development Event Objectives & Goals Gain leadership skills for your role as an officer Learn best practices from other schools to improve chapter management Seek to fine-tune your presentation for the National Leadership Conference in front of judges Registration Information Registration Cost: FREE Lunch: $15 Registration Deadline: June 1, 2023 Registration Link: form.jotform.com/iowafbla/23-CLD Register Now Event Information Arrival: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 10 AM Depart: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 3 PM Location: Waukee High School Address: 555 SE University Ave, Waukee, IA 50263 Parking: Complimentary parking is available on the south side of the high school. Dress Code Chapter Leadership FBLA Casual Khakis, Slacks, or Dress Pants FBLA T-Shirt or Polo National Qualifier Business Casual Khakis, Slacks, or Dress Pants Polo or Business Casual Top Preparing for the Event Laptop Laptop Charger Writing Utensils Phone Charger Download the SFLC Budget Template Pick a Track The Chapter Leadership & Development event has two tracks. The National Qualifier track and the Chapter Development track. Chapter Development Work with state officers throughout the day as you learn about Chapter Management, Service Learning, Financial Leadership, Leadership Development. Develop your local chapter Program of Work. National Qualifier Practice your NLC project or presentation in front of judges while fine tuning your work before getting to the conference. Receive immediate feedback from judges and modify your presentation to perfection. Register to Judge Register to assist national qualifiers prepare for the upcoming National Leadership Conference. Student competitors will present their competitive event as they would for the conference and receive real time feedback from judges. Register Now

Competitive Events offered through Iowa FBLA Competitive Events Looking for competitive event preparation resources? Visit the CE Prep Page in Connect. (Connect password required). 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Event Business Management 9-12 MGMT Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Business Plan 9-12 MGMT Team (1-3) Report/Presentation State, National View Event Career Portfolio 9-12 IT Individual Project/Presentation State, National View Event Coding & Programming 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Community Service Project 9-12 MGMT Chapter (1-3) Report/Presentation State, National View Event Computer Applications 9-12 MGMT Individual Production & Objective Test District, State, National View Event Computer Game & Simulation Programming 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Computer Problem Solving 9-12 IT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Customer Service 9-12 MKTG Individual Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Cyber Security 9-12 IT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Data Analysis 9-12 MGMT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Data Science & AI 9-12 IT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Digital Animation 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Digital Video Production 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Economics 9-12 FIN Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Entrepreneurship 9-12 MGMT Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Event Planning 9-12 HOSP Team (1-3) Project/Presentation State, National View Event Financial Planning 9-12 FIN Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Financial Statement Analysis 9-12 FIN Team (1-3) Project/Presentation State, National View Event Future Business Educator 9-12 21ST Individual Project/Presentation State, National View Event Future Business Leader 9-12 21ST Individual Objective Test/Interview District, State, National View Event Graphic Design 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Healthcare Administration 9-12 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Hospitality & Event Management 9-12 HOSP Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Human Resource Management 9-12 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Impromptu Speaking 9-12 21ST Individual Speech State, National View Event Insurance & Risk Management 9-12 FIN Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event International Business 9-12 MGMT Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Introduction to Business Communication 9-10 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Business Concepts 9-10 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Business Presentation 9-10 MGMT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Introduction to Business Procedures 9-10 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to FBLA 9-10 FBLA Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Information Technology 9-10 IT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Marketing Concepts 9-10 MKTG Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure 9-10 21ST Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Programming 9-10 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation State, National View Event Introduction to Public Speaking 9-10 21ST Individual Speech District, State, National View Event Introduction to Retail & Merchandising 9-10 MKTG Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Introduction to Social Media Strategy 9-10 MKTG Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Introduction to Supply Chain Management 9-10 MKTG Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Job Interview 9-12 21ST Individual Interview District, State, National View Event Journalism 9-12 COMM Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Local Chapter Annual Business Report 9-12 MGMT Chapter (1-3) Report/Presentation State, National View Event Local Chapter Exhibit 9-12 COMM Chapter (1-3) Project/Presentation State View Event Management Information Systems 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Marketing 9-12 MKTG Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Mobile Application Development 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event NLC Pin Design & Promotion 9-12 MKTG Team (1-3) Project State View Event NLC T-Shirt Design & Promotion 9-12 MKTG Team (1-3) Project State View Event Network Design 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Networking Infrastructures 9-12 IT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Organizational Leadership 9-12 GOV Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Parliamentary Procedure 9-12 21ST Team (4-5) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Personal Finance 9-12 FIN Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Project Management 9-12 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Public Administration & Management 9-12 GOV Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Public Service Announcement 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Public Speaking 9-12 21ST Individual Speech District, State, National View Event Real Estate 9-12 MGMT Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Retail Management 9-12 MKTG Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Sales Presentation 9-12 MKTG Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Securities & Investments 9-12 FIN Individual Objective Test District, State, National View Event Social Media Strategies 9-12 MKTG Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Spelling Relay 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Relay State View Event Sports & Entertainment Management 9-12 HOSP Team (1-3) Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Supply Chain Management 9-12 LOG Individual Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Technology Support & Services 9-12 IT Individual Objective Test/Presentation District, State, National View Event Visual Design 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Project/Presentation District, State, National View Event Vocabulary Relay 9-12 COMM Team (1-3) Relay State View Event Website Coding & Development 9-12 IT Team (1-3) Project/Presentation State, National View Event Website Design 9-12 COMM Team 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Locate FBLA chapters within the state of Iowa. Collegiate Chapters Interested in joining one of our collegiate chapters? Reach out to the adviser’s email listed by each school or join directly. If your college or university is NOT listed, you also have the option of joining directly with Iowa FBLA OR starting a new chapter at your school! Chapters DMACC - Ankeny Campus Adviser: Susan McCoy Mail Grand View University Adviser: Alec Zama Mail Loras College Adviser: Angie Donovan Mail University of Northern Iowa Adviser: Bailey Aukes Mail DMACC - Boone Campus Adviser: Lisa Ash Mail Iowa State University Adviser: Ryan Bhattacharyya Mail St. Ambrose University Adviser: Michael Cipriano Mail Waldorf University Adviser: Brent Aberg Mail DMACC - Urban Campus Adviser: Joe Hanson Mail Kirkwood Community College Adviser: Todd Jamison Mail University of Iowa Adviser: Kurt Griebel Mail Wartburg College Adviser: Ashlee Henderson Mail FBLA Collegiate Direct Collegiate students interested in joining FBLA can reach out to their local campus contacts for FBLA or join directly if there isn't a local chapter. Join Looking to start a chapter? Learn More Our Partners & Sponsors

National Fall Leadership Conference November 7-8, 2025 Phoenix, AZ The National Fall Leadership Conference provides members the opportunity to learn about local business and industries, hear from FBLA alumni members that are pursuing their careers, explore new skills with focused blocks of experiential practice and workshops, visit the college and exhibitor booths, enjoy dedicated time to explore the cities and area attractions, and meet and network with other members of FBLA. Why attend? Why attend? Why attend? Why attend? Refine your business skills through interactive workshops Connect with members from across the nation Create a network with other FBLA members Immerse yourself in a new city and new experiences Learn More

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