Alvernia Takes 2nd and 3rd at FBLA Collegiate State Leadership Conference

Alvernia University had a successful weekend at the FBLA Collegiate State Leadership Conference in Harrisburg, Pa. with three student competitors and two awardees:

Tegan Pentek, Finance Case Competition 2nd Place

Logan Minford, Entrepreneurship Concepts, 3rd Place

Anthony Florkowski, Competitor in Project Management and Retail Management

"The 2023 FBLA-Collegiate State Leadership Conference was an amazing experience and incredibly successful," said Alvernia senior, Tegan Pentek. "As a graduating senior, I have greatly appreciated my FBLA experience throughout college. Apart from the benefits in leadership, public speaking, and communication skills, FBLA has been an incredible and unique opportunity to bond with friends, meet new people, and expand my network. I will take these experiences, new friendships, and lifelong skills with me throughout my career."

Students gain experiential learning opportunities in FBLA competitions through Alvernia's Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) student chapter. The purpose of the PBL student chapter is to help business students build documented accomplishments that complement their academic experiences.

"Alvernia University's FBLA Collegiate members have the opportunity to develop 21st-century business skills, create valuable professional relationships and compete at both the state and national level throughout the year," said Michelle Conway, PBLchapter advisor. "The most recent State Leadership Conference provided our members with the opportunity to flex their technical skills, network and actively participate in personal and professional development workshops. These unique experiential learning opportunities prepare students for great success."

Students can even become involved at a higher level such as Pentek who serves as the state secretary for PA-FBLA and as the president of the PBL student chapter. Involvement with PA-FBLA and PBL promotes competent, aggressive business leadership, understanding of American business enterprise, the establishment of career goals, scholarship, sound financial management, and the development of both character and self-confidence to facilitate the transition from school to work.

To view these students click here: https://alvernia.meritpages.com/achievements/Alvernia-Takes-2nd-and-3rd-at-FBLA-Collegiate-State-Leadership-Conference/160727