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What is Phi Beta Lambda? |
Phi Beta Lambda is the collegiate division of
the national association, Future Business Leaders of America — Phi Beta
Lambda, Inc. (FBLA— PBL). And don’t let the Greek name deceive you
—- PBL is not a social fraternity or sorority. Social events are
certainly a part of PBL activities, but the focus is business and leadership
development.
The Mission of PBL is to bring business and education
together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and
career development programs.
Business and education are brought together when students preparing to enter
the business world interact with those persons already working in the business
world. Through this interaction, student members learn how to become more
marketable, and they gain contacts in the business world that will help them
accomplish their career objectives. Businesses benefit from PBL by gaining
access to a market of highly qualified prospective employees.
The best leaders and business professionals are not born
being the best — they have to continuously hone their skills if they want
to stay on top. PBL gives motivated individuals the tools they need in their quest for self-improvement. Local chapters throughout
the nation participate in an array of activities both on and off campus. They
initiate business ventures, organize community service projects, attend state
and national leadership conferences, participate in fundraisers, and create
publications. Students have the opportunity to win accolades on the state and
national levels.
Members gain a competitive advantage in the business world by interacting with
local companies and their executives.