They came. They competed. They conquered.
This June, a team of driven, business-savvy students from Missouri State University–Springfield made a bold impression at the 2025 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas — and walked away with hardware, honor, and heart.
This June, a team of driven, business-savvy students from Missouri State University–Springfield made a bold impression at the 2025 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas — and walked away with hardware, honor, and heart.
Among 890+ student competitors from over 150 universities across the U.S., our Missouri State Bears didn’t just participate — they excelled, bringing home the Distinguished Chapter Award, 8 Top 5 finishes, 12 Top 10 placements, and a National Championship title. 🌟💼
🏆 Top Moments Worth Roaring About
Here’s a look at some of the outstanding wins that put Missouri State on the national business map:
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🥇 National Champion
Foundations of Entrepreneurship — Luke Hamilton -
🥈 Second Place Superstars
Accounting Case Competition — Joe Sizemore, Daniel Skinner, Nathan West, Grant Preddy
Foundations of Economics — Grant Preddy -
🥉 Third Place Brilliance
Computer Applications — Ellen Kowalski
Sports Management & Marketing — Alyson Harter -
🏅 Rising Stars in the Top 5
Future Business Facilitator — Thao Tran (4th)
State of Chapter Presentation — Perla Oxlaj & Thao Tran (4th)
Foundations of Management — Alyson Harter (5th) -
🌍 Global Thinkers & Strategic Minds
International Business — Luke Hamilton (8th)
Retail Management — Thao Tran (6th), Terrell Littleton (8th)
Future Business Executive — Ava Lin (10th)
“These students showed the nation what Bear Power is all about — confidence, professionalism, and the courage to lead,”
said Bears Take the Big Stage: Missouri State Dominates at FBLA Nationals in Dallas 🐾🌟They came. They competed. They conquered.
This June, a team of driven, business-savvy students from Missouri State University–Springfield made a bold impression at the 2025 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas — and walked away with hardware, honor, and heart.Among 890+ student competitors from over 150 universities across the U.S., our Missouri State Bears didn’t just participate — they excelled, bringing home the Distinguished Chapter Award, 8 Top 5 finishes, 12 Top 10 placements, and a National Championship title. 🌟💼
📈 More Than a Competition — It’s a LaunchpadThe FBLA National Leadership Conference wasn’t just about medals and rankings — it was a launchpad. Students explored 60+ professional development workshops, connected with top companies like FICO and PNC Bank, and gained firsthand insight into the future of business leadership from AT&T’s Astad Dhunjisha, a keynote speaker who encouraged students to embrace innovation in a changing world.
🎲 What’s Next? Viva Las Vegas!With eyes now set on the 2026 NLC in Las Vegas, the Missouri State chapter is more inspired than ever. This year’s triumph is just the beginning — and if the Dallas performance is any sign, the Bears are heading into next year ready to make more magic.📸 Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes photos, student interviews, and a closer look at the Bear hustle that made these wins possible.
🔗 Follow Missouri State FBLA on social media and cheer them on all the way to Vegas!, faculty adviser to the MSU FBLA chapter. “From case competitions to real-world business strategy, they’ve proven they’re ready for the future.”