Future Business Leaders of America

Name

Future Business Leaders of America

Legal name

Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.

Website

https://fbla.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1942

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is the largest US business Career and Technical Student Organization, serving more than 230,000 middle school, high school, and college students annually through 5,500+ school-based chapters that deliver competitive events, leadership conferences, scholarships, and industry-recognized certifications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Career and Technical Student Organization

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Advanced Project-Based Learning & Portfolio Mentoring (STEM/arts portfolios, maker projects) (EDANAKAI)

Keywords

• Student leadership development
• Career technical education
• Competitive business events
• Student membership organization
• Youth business education

Headquarters

HQ city

Reston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from middle school, high school, and collegiate members across 5,500+ chapters. Chapter-based recurring revenue model.
2. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible donations to General Fund, Scholarship Fund, and Named Scholarships. Includes corporate sponsorships with year-round recognition.
3. Conference and Event Revenue: Registration fees for National Leadership Conference, National Fall Leadership Conference, and FBLA Week events. Revenue from exhibitors and sponsors at conferences.
4. Competitive Events Program: Registration fees for competitive events, team fees for programs like Stock Market Game, and cash awards funded by sponsors.
5. Partnership and Sponsorship Programs: Corporate partnerships providing cash awards, scholarships, educational programs, and in-kind support. Sponsors receive recognition at national events and in publications.
6. Shop and Merchandise: FBLA merchandise through online shop including apparel, pins, and collectibles sold at conferences and online.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

FBLA is a nonprofit educational membership organization that delivers career preparation, leadership development, and competitive business/technology events to middle school, high school, and college students through school-based chapters. Core offerings include three membership divisions, over 100 competitive events, national and regional conferences, scholarships, industry-recognized certifications, and educational curriculum platforms, all funded through membership dues, donations, corporate sponsorships, and event fees.

Product overview

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a comprehensive Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) offering a multi-tiered platform with three main divisions (Middle School, High School, and Collegiate), delivering programs through competitive events, leadership conferences (National Leadership Conference and National Fall Leadership Conference), educational curriculum platforms (BusinessU, Rubin), award programs (LEAD Awards, Stock Market Game, Virtual Business Challenge, LifeSmarts), and publications (Tomorrow's Business Leader magazine). The organization serves over 230,000 members annually through chapter-based membership, national competitions, leadership development, and scholarship opportunities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• FBLA Middle School Division Membership division introducing middle and junior high school students (grades 5-9) to the world of business through career exploration and real-world business principle activities, competitive events, and the LEAD Awards individual achievement program.
• FBLA High School Division High school division providing career preparation, leadership development, scholarships, and over 100 competitive events in leadership, business, and technology areas for high school students.
• FBLA Collegiate Division Postsecondary division (formerly Phi Beta Lambda, created in 1958) serving college and university students preparing for business careers through competitive events, scholarships, and the Collegiate National Leadership Conference in Las Vegas.
• National Leadership Conference (NLC) Premier annual conference bringing together thousands of FBLA members for over 100 competitive events, networking, and professional development. Separate conferences for Collegiate (Las Vegas, June 6-8, 2026) and Middle School/High School (San Antonio, June 29 - July 2, 2026) with ~20,000 attendees and 75 exhibitors at the high school conference.
• National Fall Leadership Conference (NFLC) Annual fall conference designed to empower middle and high school students with leadership skills, business knowledge, and networking opportunities. Held in Phoenix, AZ.
• Competitive Events Program Program offering competitions in over 100 different leadership, business, and technology areas with cash awards for top national winners. Includes standardized guidelines and judging rubrics.
• Stock Market Game Investment simulation program in partnership with SIFMA Foundation (over 20 years) where students work individually or in teams to build and manage a hypothetical $100,000 portfolio of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.
• Virtual Business Challenge Competition sponsored by Knowledge Matters using Virtual Business simulations for Personal Finance and Management tracks where students test skills in real-world business and financial decision-making.
• Lead4Change Student Leadership Program Free leadership program for 6th-12th graders teaching proven leadership skills through project-based learning aligned with National Standards including Social Emotional Learning, 21st Century Skills, and CTE.
• FBLA Scholarship Program Program providing scholarships to FBLA members including named scholarship opportunities (requiring $5,000 minimum investment), professional attire funding, and travel funding to national events.
• BusinessU Curriculum Platform Standards-based interactive curriculum platform offering full-year courses in Marketing, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Intro to Business, Economics, Management, Finance, and MS Office Certification with video content and assessments. Integrated with Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology, and MS Teams.
• Rubin Communication Skills Platform Online resources for employability skills including Propel (email writing tool for Gmail/Outlook), Emerge (K-12 business communications with 300+ instructional items), and Aspire (career exploration with 250+ professional interviews). Integrated with Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology, and MS Teams.
• Southwest Airlines Professional Communications Certification Industry-recognized certification validating essential workplace communications skills including professional speaking, active listening, collaboration, and customer service, hosted by iCEV at National Leadership Conference.
• Tomorrow's Business Leader Magazine FBLA's flagship publication distributed six times annually to members, featuring updates on events and programs, chapter highlights, alumni spotlights, and articles from business leaders.
• LEAD Awards Individual achievement award program for FBLA Middle School members to enhance leadership skills, expand business knowledge, and earn recognition.
• LifeSmarts FBLA Challenge National educational competition focused on personal finance and consumer topics in partnership with the National Consumers League. Monthly TeamSmarts competitions with $100 cash prizes for top teams.
• FBLA Shop (Merchandise Storefront) Online merchandise store (fbla.mybrightsites.com) plus onsite shops at conferences offering apparel, pins, and collectibles.

Quantifiable outcome

• 77% of competing students advanced to state-level competition
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

43 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• College BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to promote AP Business with Personal Finance course aligned with ACTE principles. Developed with industry advisors, higher education faculty, high school business educators, and FBLA leadership for the 2026-27 school year.
• Knowledge MatterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of Virtual Business Finance Challenge and Virtual Business Management Challenge - official competitive events using online simulations for personal finance and business management.
• SIFMA FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLongstanding partner providing Stock Market Game program for over 20 years. FBLA members compete in portfolio management using hypothetical $100,000.
• iCEVcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvider of Southwest Airlines Professional Communications certification program for FBLA Collegiate members at National Leadership Conference.
• CLA (Clifton Larson Allen LLP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCLA offers high school internship program providing real-world experience in business, professional services, or accounting with real projects and clients.
• LifeSmarts.org & National Consumers LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational educational competition focused on personal finance and consumer topics. Monthly TeamSmarts competitions with $100 cash prizes for top teams.
• Lead4Change Student Leadership ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree leadership program for 6th-12th graders teaching proven leadership skills aligned to National Standards including Social Emotional Learning, 21st Century Skills, and CTE.
• Meta Education (Facebook)coreTechnology or IntegrationFacebook Blueprint Educators Portal providing free digital marketing curriculum, 28 lessons, 12 quizzes, and Facebook Certified Digital Marketing Associate Certification preparation.
• IMA (Institute of Management Accountants)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports students through leadership opportunities, CMA program, networking, Student Leadership Conference, and IAHS honor society.
• Fidelity InvestmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides free Fidelity Financial Forward classroom materials for high schools focusing on personal finance concepts including presentations, teacher guides, and infographics.
• National Technical Honor Society (NTHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAwards over $250,000 in scholarships annually to FBLA and CTSO members. Honors achievements of top CTE students.
• Funds2orgsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInnovative shoe drive fundraising solution for more than 5,500 FBLA chapters. Chapters collect shoes to raise funds while supporting micro-entrepreneurs worldwide.
• City Pop FundraisingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline fundraising platform for FBLA chapters selling gourmet popcorn, pretzels, and candy with 50% commission on sales.
• CareerSafe OnlineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnline safety training including OSHA 10-Hour training, cyber safety, and interview skills. Trained over 1.2 million students with lowest cost in marketplace.
• Johnson & Wales UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFBLA members eligible for JWU scholarships up to full tuition through National Student Organizations scholarship program.
• Hyatt HotelsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial conference hotel partner with 10% discount using group code CR51684 for FBLA National Leadership Conference attendees.
• AllFlyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGroup travel partner for conference air bookings with dedicated account managers and 24/7 support for FBLA National Leadership Conference.
• ODP Business Solutions (Office Depot)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFBLA member benefits program offering up to 75% savings on office supplies with free next-business-day delivery on orders $30+.
• UWorld College PrepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovative learning tools provider for high-stakes exams helping millions of students with critical thinking skills.
• Southwest AirlinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides Professional Communications certification for FBLA Collegiate members at National Leadership Conference through iCEV.
• IntuitminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal technology platform providing financial and career readiness programs through TurboTax, QuickBooks, Mint, and Credit Karma.
• FICOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerScore A Better Future Fundamentals - free credit education curriculum designed to equip students with credit literacy knowledge.
• TKSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld's top AI and innovation program for students aged 13-17 with alumni at SpaceX, NASA, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, and OpenAI.
• iD TechminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld's original and most trusted youth STEM educator offering pre-college programs, online academies, and private lessons for ages 7-19.
• Long Island UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAACSB-accredited business school offering scholarships and engaged learning opportunities including trading floor and incubator space.
• University of VermontminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVermont Pitch Challenge offering full tuition scholarships to high school students pitching innovative business ideas.
• AICPA (American Institute of CPAs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThisWayToCPA program introduces students to accounting careers and CPA pathways with free student affiliate membership.
• BETA CampminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntensive virtual program for high school students wanting to become future leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs with Silicon Valley mentors.
• Eagle UminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier youth leadership retreat for students ages 15-25+ providing 7-year head start on career through success principles and mentor roundtable.
• Foundation for Economic EducationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree onsite student workshops and webinars in business, entrepreneurship, finance, and economics for high school students.
• Foundation for Literacy and Learning (Explore.Act.Tell.)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerExplore.Act.Tell. program engages students in project-based learning addressing hunger and food insecurity with $500 grants for FBLA teams.
• EncourageminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree college and career planning program helping students set goals, explore careers, and find personalized college and scholarship matches.
• Country MeatsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSnack stick fundraising with 50% commission ($0.75 profit per $1.50 item) for FBLA chapters.
• Ringling College of Art & DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCreative career education with programs ranked among best in the world including Computer Animation and Game Art.
• SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerUniversity for Creative Careers with 15,000+ students, ranked No. 1 in U.S. for design by Red Dot.
• University of Cincinnati OnlineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline Associate of the Arts in Pre-Business Administration transferring to Carl H. Lindner College of Business.
• USA TODAY/GannettminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner offering jobs and internships across USA TODAY network with 500+ opportunities.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative reaching more than 30 million young people together.
• Junior Achievement USAflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative for youth-led service.
• National 4-H CouncilflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative for youth-led service.
• National Association of Secondary School PrincipalsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative for youth-led service.
• National PTAflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative for youth-led service.
• YMCA of the USAflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition partner in $15M Allstate Foundation initiative for youth-led service.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/FBLA_National
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/fblapblinc
• Facebookfacebook.com/FutureBusinessLeaders
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/future-business-leaders-america
• Instagraminstagram.com/fbla_national

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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