After an impressive performance at the 2026 Collegiate FBLA State Leadership Conference earlier this spring, Missouri State University’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter carried its momentum on the national stage. The chapter earned multiple honors and top-ten finishes at the 2026 FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference (NLC), held June 6–8 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
In Las Vegas, Missouri State students competed against some of the largest and most prestigious colleges and universities in the United States. As a result, they demonstrated strong leadership, professionalism, and business skills while representing the university at the highest level of collegiate FBLA competition.
National Recognition for Chapter Excellence
Missouri State’s FBLA chapter earned 8th Place Outstanding Chapter in the nation. This recognition reflects the organization’s strong commitment to leadership development, community engagement, professional growth, and student success throughout the year.
In addition, Courtney T. Pham, Senior Instructor and chapter advisor, received the honor of Missouri’s Local Adviser of the Year. This award recognizes her dedication to mentoring students and supporting the program’s continued success.
The chapter also celebrated Alyson Harter, who earned the prestigious Who’s Who in FBLA recognition. This honor highlights leadership, academic excellence, and service within the organization.
Missouri State Achieves Strong Results at FBLA Nationals 2026
Missouri State students earned multiple top-ten finishes across a variety of competitive events:
National Placements
| 3rd Place | State of Chapter Presentation –Alyson Harter |
| 5th Place | Foundations of Digital Design –Dianna Escarate |
| 8th Place | Computer Applications – Ellen Kolwaski |
| Business Law – Tucker Wisecup | |
| 9th Place | Digital Design & Communication Case Competition – Dianna Escarate, Kattie Chilton, Lexus Diaz, and Sarah Jeon |
| Foundations of Digital Design – Ellen Kolwaski | |
| Retail Management – Lyndsey Conley | |
| 10th Place | Organizational Behavior & Leadership – Alyson Harter |
| Future Business Executive – Ava Lin |
From State Champions to National Competitors
The chapter’s success at Nationals builds on its strong performance at the 2026 Missouri Collegiate FBLA State Leadership Conference. At that event, Missouri State students earned numerous first-place finishes. They also advanced to the national competition.
This progress from state success to national competition highlights the hard work and preparation of Missouri State FBLA members. In addition, it shows their commitment and determination throughout the academic year.
Building on a Year of Success
Overall, the achievements in Las Vegas strengthen Missouri State University’s reputation for developing future business leaders. The university continues to provide students with opportunities for real-world experience through competition and leadership development.
Finally, the Marketing Department congratulates all student competitors, chapter officers, and advisor Courtney T. Pham for representing Missouri State University with excellence on the national stage. The university community celebrates these achievements and looks forward to the continued growth and success of Missouri State FBLA in the years ahead.
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