NATIONAL HARBOR, MD • MAY 6-10, 2020 NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE

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Intro...... 2 2020 National Leadership Academy ...... 34 Objectives ...... 2 National Officers and Elections ...... 35 Qualify ...... 2 2020 Tour Descriptions ...... 36-42 NLC Dress Code ...... 3 Stukent Advisor Lounge ...... 43 Registration Fees and Deadlines ...... 4-5 Transportation and Logistics ...... 44-45 Online Conference Registration Instructions . . . . . 6-8 NLC Volunteer & Internship Program ...... 46 Registration Details ...... 9 Stars & Stripes Walkway ...... 47 Keynote Speaker – Ken E. Nwadike, Jr...... 10 2020 Schedule for Conference ...... 48-61 2020 Conference Highlights ...... 11-13 Special Event: Stars & Stripes Celebration ...... 62 BPA Day of Service Event Activities ...... 14 2020 Delegate Conduct Practices and Procedures . . .63 Housing Overview ...... 15-17 National Officer For A Day (NOFAD) Application . . 64-65 Social Media Policy ...... 18 Emergency Medical Authorization Form ...... 66-67 Competitive Event Guidelines ...... 19 Conference Floorplans ...... 68-70 Middle Level Division Computer Software List . . . . .20 Press Release ...... 71 Middle Level Division National BPA Deadlines . . . . .21 BPA W-9 ...... 72 Secondary/Post-secondary Computer Software List . . 22 BPA Credit Card Authorization Form ...... 73 Secondary/Post-secondary National BPA Deadlines . 23-24 AC Hotel W-9 ...... 74 2020 WSAP Open Events Lab ...... 24 AC Hotel Credit Card Authorization ...... 75 NLC 2020 Industry Certification ...... 25 Hampton Inn and Suites W-9 ...... 76 Certiport Open Certification Lab ...... 26 Hampton Inn and Suites Credit Card Authorization . . .77 Certiport Parental Consent ...... 27 Residence Inn W-9 ...... 78 Walk for Special Olympics ...... 28 Residence Inn Credit Card Authorization ...... 79 BPA University Workshops at a Glance ...... 29-31 Westin W-9 ...... 80 2020 NLC National Anthem Contest ...... 31 Westin Credit Card Authorization ...... 81 Precision Exams Open Certifications Lab ...... 32 Gaylord National Resort W-9 ...... 82 General Sessions ...... 33 Liability Waiver ...... 83 2 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA on the opportunity to be a part of this year’s to Leadership apart be National Harbor, Conference in National opportunity MD! the on see, is attending limited you not can NLC As to simply winning your event. competitive your miss to chance Capitalize Don’t conference for the following of the in at one ways: least qualify Leadership approved National an Conference the with students attend must All chaperone. 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In order Leadership National to Conference, the attend aregistered be must aparticipant standing BPA and in good member Qualify following areThe objectives of BPA’s Leadership National Conference: Conference Objectives more.information and has to offer. events, Guide includes activities and at information about The NLC, well as sessions registration as instructions, Conference Preview NLC LeadershipThis National Conference Guide all and is designed it to familiarize 2020 the you with Leadership National Conference. there are many ways 2020 for the to qualify Leadership Academy, Intern being NLC Volunteer, an or Torch receiving Ambassador the Award, participating or in elections, National the attending Program contests, running for national office, through it’s Workplace Assessment Skills Whether more.and Olympics SpecialDay a elections, national Walk Service, tours, for of Officer National sessions, will gather over four exciting country around the from of your peers thousands days leadership development of competitions, year. membership the Taking place Harbor, May Center Convention 6-10 and in National MD, at Gaylord the Resort National Leadership National Conference culmination is Professionals the of of your America Business hard throughout work 2020 The in National Harbor, MD, May 6-10, 2020! 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Participate workshops. and seminars in educational regional and state conferences where WSAP contests take place.regional state and conferences where WSAP Competitive Stateon information Event. for Contact Advisor your WSAP State finishingBy high in a enough 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 3 during BPA activities: during BPA may be no greater than two the be no above inches greater may is excluded for any of the items listed above. the listed of items any for excluded is tennis shoes, flip-flops sandals, tennis or open-toedflats. Strapless tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, halter tops, tops, halter tops, tube Strapless spaghetti straps, tops, midriff tops clothing or transparent lycra Spandex, Cut-offs or torn clothing andpictures words with inappropriate Clothing attire while with appropriate Swim must be covered suits the swimming pool or designated except area any in sunbathing area Casual Dress Code: Casual Jeans, shorts, pants, shirt, t-shirt the(Footwear of with above.) all required is The following are unacceptable •  •  •  •  •  top of the of knee.top denim All No Special Notes: length Skirt

Dress heels or closed-toed flats Dress shoes with socks BPA blazer with dress slacks, dress shirt, dress and tie slacks, with blazer dress BPA BPA blazer with dress skirt with blazer with dress blouse slacks BPA or dress or sweater Sport coat, coordinated dress slacks, dress shirt dress Sport and tie slacks, dress coat, coordinated Dress blouse and/ skirt with coordinated slacks or dress or sweater Members also have the right to grieve the issue grieve to theMembers right also have Grievance entrance. after refused being immediately if not theof Dress not be accepted Code will policy headquarters Competitive at Events writing in received question. in 1-hourwithin the of infraction Members refused entrance to an event will be given be given will anMembers event to entrance refused attire the opportunity appropriate into change to the in event. and participate/compete immediately the member attire, will appropriate into changed Having be given No time will additional progress. in join testing timefor missed. Members not adhering to the Professional Dress theMembers Professional Code to not adhering on stage. not be allowed will Members not dressed in required attire will not be attire will Members required in not dressed session any in competitive or any participate to allowed event. •  •  •  •  •  Professional Dress Code Professional General Sessions, all events: the for following Required (judged, non-judged,Competitive Events and open), and National Workshops, Caucuses, Rally, Campaign Academy. Leadership shirt, dress and tie • Dress slacks, or skirt• Pant suit shirt,• Suit, dress and tie •  •  •  •  In order to promote a professional atmosphere, BPA’s BPA’s atmosphere, a professional promote to order In the following developed has National Board Trustees of officialfor the dress code Businesspolicy Professionals Americaof Students, Conference. National Leadership is It code. theadvisors dress and mustchaperones follow also recommended the guests established follow all that codedress policy. •  NLC Dress Code NLC 4 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA chaperone’s name. under five, purchaseplease multiple tickets the under online. If you to wish purchase tour tickets for children registration.for NLC register not Do children under five Children five of or years will age younger notbe charged guests. or (Students Advisors) and may NOT register chaperones as ProfessionalsBusiness registered of America members to activities. admitted NLC badgeswearing their name wrist and bands to be All chaperones and guests must be registered and Details Guest and Chaperone Dates: April 2–April 8 $115 Registration: Registration: Online Chaperone/Guest Final –April 1 28 Dates: February $90 Registration: Registration:Chaperone/Guest Advance Online in all conference activities excludes but conference gifts. registration rates. registration This includes participation (family,guests friends, etc.) special at these NLC for the mayAdvisors register their chapter’s chaperones and and Registration Guest Chaperone maybut located be off-site. is still requiredNLCthis property deadline, after official registration available longer is no online. at an Housing toursand (based availability). on event Competitive conference (based activities, workshops availability) on register can this participants During period for general Dates: April 2–April 8 contest registration this date). options after [email protected] Education, of Director Wednesday, April 1. 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Passes are unlimited and seats are first-come-first-serve. NLC Exhibitor Showcase Day 1 7 May Thursday, Date: 10:00Time: am – 6:00 pm Ballroom Potomac Foyer Location: Day 2 8 May Friday, Date: 9:00Time: am 5:00 – pm Ballroom Potomac Foyer Location: Exhibitor Showcase, year’s this by stop to plans Make meet conference sponsors and exhibitors and while you’re fine it, at your tunenetworking your is one-stop skills. This meet fundraising, learnshop about to and innovative new with partnering talk ideas, with companies brainstorm to and findto solutions products and college representatives classroom. your to back take networking miss out to on great this want won’t You be something bound everyone for to opportunity. There’s Exhibitor Showcase! year’s this in NLC Open Certification Labs a access to and advisors students have This year, number industry of certifications significant value. at a Partners Certiport Exams and Precision be offering will attendees. pass for options Theseone day and three day betweenpasses the can two be used interchangeably opportunity more offering even labs, earn certifications! to 9 May 7 – Saturday, May Thursday, Dates: 10:00Time: am – 4:00 pm  Locations: Cost Believe It or Not? 8 May Friday, Date: 8:00Time: am – 8:50 am MarylandLocation: Ballroom C than more is just Contrary think, BPA may you what to is it or not, there school. Believe do high in something to and pins. than plaques the organization so to more much Come eye-opening join this us for session debunk as we some myths the of most and popular see BPA yourself for the next to experience how BPA can you your take members, student The session BPA all open is level. to school high seniors. graduating especially 1-Day Pass 3-Day Pass

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Virtual Events NLC Competitive Events Registration Computer Animation Team (S) Computer Modeling (S) Digital Media Production Economic Research Individual (S) Economic Research Team (S) Entrepreneurship Global Marketing Team (S) Graphic Design Promotion Interview Skills Network Design Team Video Production Team Website Design Team Administrative Support Research Project (S) Advanced Interview Skills Broadcast News Production Team (S) Item listed below will be turned in at a designated time and place turned in at a designated time and placeat NLC. that are not listed below will be Materials for contests national deadlines The dates listed are Handwritten forms, excluding signatures, are not acceptable and will not be awarded specification points. and will not be awarded specification excluding signatures, are not acceptable Handwritten forms, All release forms must be signed and scanned at the time of presubmission to be considered for technical of presubmission to be considered be signed and scanned at the time All release forms must scoring points. be submitted prior to the state al contest materials aware that states may require that addition deadlines. Please be conference. Each site will contain instructions on uploading files. on uploading files. will contain instructions Each site be submitted electronically. events must All pre-submitted pre-submission files. All files ID # ready when uploading registered and have their Contestant Contestants must be in PDF format. indicated in the Guidelines) must be submitted (unless specifically Secondary/Post-secondary National BPA 24 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA qualification orpre-registration. The WSAPOpenEventsdonot requirepre-advancement (Last examadministeredat4:30pm.) Time: 12:00am–5:00pm Date: Friday,May 8 (Last examadministeredat4:30pm.) Time: 12:00am–5:00pm Date: Thursday,May7 (Last examadministeredat4:30pm.) Time: 12:00am–5:00pm Date: Wednesday,May6 Hours: Anaheim: CaliforniaBallroom The WSAPOpenEventsLab islocatedattheHilton Events Lab. Leadership areinvitedtotestintheWSAPOpen Students, AdvisorsandAlumniofthe2020National WSAP Events2020 Open Lab BPA National Secondary/Post-secondary Torch Award—Ambassador BPA CaresAwards National OfficerCandidateApplication NLC RegistrationRefundRequests NLC HotelReservations NLC Registration Submitted byMarch25,2020 Submitted byMarch25,2020 Postmarked byMarch25,2020 Submitted byApril18,2020 Online byApril1,2020 Late registration:4/2-4/8/2020 Early registration:2/28-4/1/2020 Merit Scholar(ML/S/PS/Advisors) Business FundamentalsConcepts(ML) Computer LiteracyConcepts(ML) Business CommunicationSkillsConcepts(ML) Business MathConcepts(ML) Project ManagementConcepts(PS) Parliamentary ProcedureConcepts(S/PS) Concepts (S/PS) Management, Marketing&HumanResources Information TechnologyConcepts(S/PS) Financial Math&AnalysisConcepts(S/PS) Digital MarketingConcepts(S/PS) Digital Communications&DesignConcepts(S/PS) Computer ProgrammingConcepts(S/PS) Business MeetingManagementConcepts(S/PS) Administrative SupportConcepts(S/PS) WSAP OpenEventsLab www.bpa.org/torch-awards www.bpa.org/nlc www.bpa.org/nlc www.bpa.org/nlc Cares Handbook Submit asoutlinedinBPA Handbook National OfficerCandidate Submit asoutlinedintheBPA Deadlines 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 25 MTA Networking Fundamentals MTA Windows OS Fundamentals – VB Exam MTA Software Development Fundamentals C# Exam OR MTA Software Development Fundamentals TestOut Industry Certification Offered by TestOut Linux Pro Industry Certification Offered by Certiport Industry Certification MOS Excel Exam 2016 MOS Word Exam 2016 MTA Networking Fundamentals MTA Security Fundamentals MOS Access 2016 HTML and CSS MTA Introduction to Programming Using MOS PowerPoint 2016

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*PC Servicing and Troubleshooting *Visual Basic/C# Programming Competitive Event Name BPA Linux Operating System Fundamentals All contestants who have previously certified in Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams will be required to retake the exam. gy Associate (MTA) exam may choose from one linked Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exam may choose *Note: Contestants who have certified in the exam the contestant will be given the opportunity to take another certification of the following two options. Option one; as the the previously passed exam; the score earn on this exam will serve within the event subject area in place of If this option is may share their previously passed test scores with NLC staff. contest score. Option two; the contestant score at the to login to their Certiport account and share the previously earned selected, the contestant will be required time of sign in at NLC. Advanced Spreadsheet Applications Advanced Spreadsheet Advanced Word Processing Technology *Computer Network *Computer Security Database Applications *Fundamentals of Web Design Integrated Office Applications *Network Administration Using Microsoft BPA Competitive Event Name BPA itions. The certification testing will count towards will count towards certification testing level competitions. The provided at the national certifications are The industry Events listed below. score for each of the BPA Competitive 100 points to the final • Microsoft Office Specialist – MOS • Microsoft Office Associate – MTA • Microsoft Technology NLC 2020NLC Certification Industry The Certiport Open Certification Lab returns to NLC with Certifications Available: even more opportunities for our students and advisors to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): earn industry recognized certifications! 2016 Access 2016 Excel Please remember that some certification tests are 2016 PowerPoint embedded in Workplace Skills Assessment Program 2016 Word (WSAP) competitions at the national level. Be sure to 2016 Word Expert read the guidelines for your event carefully to see if a 2016 Excel Expert certification is in fact part of your competition. Word O365/2019 Excel O365/2019 If your WSAP event includes a certification test, you will PowerPoint O365/2019 automatically be listed at no cost and scheduled for the Outlook O365/2019 test on Thursday. Be sure to check the guidelines for your Word Expert O365/2019 event to see if it includes a certification test at NLC. Excel Expert O365/2019 Access Expert O365/2019 All persons planning to take a certification test (competitive event or stand-by) need to register with Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA): Certiport (www.certiport.com) before attending NLC. HTML 5 Development Fundamentals Students must include their BPA member ID in their Networking Fundamentals Certiport profile when they register online. Security Fundamentals Software Development Open certifications will be offered at NLC to registered

Administration Fundamentals advisors and students only (guests cannot take the Windows Operating System Fundamentals certification exams offered at NLC). Introduction to Programming Using HTML and CSS Onsite registration is will also be available. To register for a certification onsite, please check-in at the Potomac Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) Web Authoring Using Adobe Dreamweaver Ballroom 2-3 directly and speak with a Certification Interactive Media Communication Using Adobe Flash Professional Coordinator. Please note that onsite registration is based Video Communication Using Adobe Premiere Pro on time and space availability. Visual Communication Using Adobe Photoshop Certification Lab Details: Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator Date: Thursday, May 7 – Saturday, May 9 Print & Digital Media Publication Using Adobe InDesign Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: Potomac Ballroom 2-3 EC Council Cyber Forensics Associate (CFA) Cost Pre-Conference On-Site Ethical Hacking Associate (EHA) Registration Registration Other 1-Day Pass $10.00 $15.00 QuickBooks Certified User Premier/Pro 2016 Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB) 26 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF 3-Day Pass $20.00 $25.00 Communication Skills for Business (CSB) IC3 Digital Literacy Unity Certified User App Development with Swift (Apple)

NEW FOR NLC 2020! Certiport-sponsored Student Lounge Date: Saturday, May 9 | Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Location: Potomac Ballroom D All BPA student members are invited to come unwind after days of competition, professional development and networking on Saturday, May 9th thanks to our wonderful partner Certiport! Grab some snacks, chill with your friends, and get to know some of the awesome people at Certiport! Parent / Legal Guardian Consent Form

I am the parent/legal guardian of (please print) (the “Certiport Candidate”) and I understand that my permission and authorization is required for the collection, use, and disclosure of the Certiport Candidate’s personal information by Certiport, a business of NCS Pearson, Inc. (“Certiport”). I further understand that the Certiport Candidate will not be permitted to register for or take a Certiport exam unless I provide my permission by signing this form.

I understand and acknowledge that all individuals, including the Certiport Candidate, planning to take a Certiport exam are required to:

A) Provide to Certiport, personal information, such as his or her, first and last name, street address, e-mail address, and demographic information (“Candidate Information”); and

B) Agree to all of the terms and conditions contained on the Certiport website at www.certiport.com and in Certiport’s test registration and delivery system and that these terms and conditions are legally binding.

In my capacity as the parent/legal guardian of the Certiport Candidate, I hereby understand, agree, authorize, and provide my consent, as the case may be:

1) To allow the Certiport Candidate to take or retake any Certiport exam(s); and

2) That I have had an opportunity to review the Certiport terms and conditions and privacy policy available at www.certiport.com , including, but not limited to, those provisions relating to testing; privacy policies; and the collection, processing, use and transmission to the United States of the Certiport Candidate’s personally identifiable information and that I and the Certiport Candidate understand and agree to abide by these terms and conditions and policies; and

3) To Certiport for the retention and disclosure of any of the Candidate’s personal information to the Certiport exam sponsor(s), its authorized third parties and service providers, and others as may be necessary to prevent unlawful activities or as required by law; and

4) That the Certiport Candidate and I will comply with any of the Certiport testing rules and procedures.

5) To allow Certiport to disclose to Business Professionals of America (BPA) the Candidate’s Name, City, State, and score should my Certiport Candidate be one of the top fifteen winners in MOS Word, PowerPoint and Excel at the BPA 2020 National Leadership Conference.

I, the undersigned, certify that I am the parent or legal guardian of the child/legal ward (named above) and that I have the right to make decisions for my child/legal ward that effect his/her wellbeing.

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Post-secondary Division Campaign Rally Campaign Post-secondary Division 7 May Thursday, Date: the Post-secondary following Immediately Time: Division Business Meeting MarylandLocation: Ballroom C See National Officers potential what offerto as have showcase themselvesthe Rally. Campaign at candidates SessionNational Awards Honor 8 May Friday, Date: pm – 2:00 12:30 Time: pm Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Location: the of following recipients Join celebrate us as we include (to Ambassador Cares, Awards BPA programs: Scholarship Advisor Awards, Ceremony), the Torch Outstanding ServiceRecipients, and more! Awards Post-secondary Session Awards Divisions Finale 9 May Saturday, Date: 6:00Time: pm – 8:00 pm Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Location: Session Finale Secondary/Middle Awards Divisions 9 May Saturday, Date: pm 8:30Time: pm – 11:30 Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Location: Session must the be Awards describe, Impossible to understand the excitement to atmosphere of experienced competitive all for given are Awards energy. and high and the 2020-2021events, National Officers revealed. are during for worked This session you’ve the all for is payoff year! the Session information is likely to grow and change and change grow to Session likely is information General Sessions An important session Post-secondary all for to students theattend, Post-secondary Business Meeting precedes the Post-secondary Rally and includes Campaign National Officerofficial as speeches, well as Candidate division business. Post-secondary Business Division Meeting 8:00 7 Time: May pm Thursday, Date: MarylandLocation: Ballroom C SeeNational Officers potential what offerto as have showcase themselves the Rally. Campaign at candidates Secondary Division Campaign Rally Secondary Campaign Division 7 May Thursday, Date: the Secondary following Immediately Time: Division Business Meeting MarylandLocation: Ballroom AB An important session Secondary all for to students theattend, Secondary Business the precedes meeting Secondary National Officer Rally andincludes Campaign as official speeches, as well divisionbusiness. Candidate Secondary Business Division Meeting 7 May Thursday, Date: 5:00Time: pm pm – 7:00 Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Location: Join all conference attendeesJoin conference the for all kick-off the to One the of conference’s Conference. National Leadership the General Opening year, each highlights biggest Session the the for sets tone week with National Officer and a information, conference critical introductions, presentation. dynamic keynote Opening Session 6 May Wednesday, Date: 8:30Time: pm – 10:00 pm Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Location: leading up to the conference. Be sure to download new to Be sure the conference. to up leading document to copies this https://bpa.org/nlc of and go to see the most up-to-date information. Note: Maximize Your Leadership | Capitalize Your Future 2020 National Leadership Academy Sponsored by HP

Leadership postures us as learners and practitioners. Participants will learn to collaborate, At this year’s National Leadership Conference, join communicate and validate their leadership us for the BPA Leadership Academy and immerse through exploration of relevant topics, yourself in moments and experiences of leadership obtaining a deeper understanding of how LEADERSHIP that will elevate your future successes. leadership skills can impact the world Participate in this year’s exclusive passport program and around them. PASSPORT challenge yourself to capitalize on every stop along your The opportunities and experiences you leadership tour throughout the conference. Experience gain through Business Professionals an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and a better of America set you apart from your understanding of the different pillars that encompass a well- peers. Whether you are interested rounded leader. in serving as a national officer Business Professionals With a laser-focus on continuous improvement and teamwork, and helping the many members we will engage in exciting leadership instruction and activities of our organization, or looking of America under the guidance and facilitation of our lead strategist, Brigette for ways to strengthen your skills and Bethea, BPA’s Director of Leadership Development. make a broader difference – this is your time to maximize your leadership and capitalize your future. Program Highlights LeadershipSERVICE Academy Times KNOWLEDGE and acceptanceFRIENDSHIP of others by joining togetherNETWORKING in friendship for Secondary/Post-secondary Sessions: a common goal. Participants will earn a stamp in Friendship by Thursday, May 7 (12:30 pm – 3:30 pm) taking part in the Walk for Special Olympics on Friday evening as either a walker or a member of the cheer team encouraging *Pre-registration is required and students must commit to attend walkers along the course. all three hours. NETWORKING Middle Level Session: Leadership is about Networking. Exhibitor engagement offers an Thursday, May 7 (6:30 – 8:30 pm) opportunity for participants to network with a diverse audience *Pre-registration is encouraged but not required for this session. of business professionals from across the country and build All Middle Level students participating in NLC are eligible to on professional communication. Participants will earn a stamp attend. in Networking by stepping outside of their comfort zone and interacting with conference exhibitors during the BPA Exhibitor PassportDay Program of Service Information BPA University ShowcaseWalk on Thursday for and Friday. Exhibitor Date: Thursday, May 7 Lead4Change Workshop LEADERSHIPSpecial Olympics IN ACTION Engagement All pre-registered Leadership Academy attendees will receive a Leadership is about Action. Participants who have been engaged Passport to carry throughout the week. Participants will earn a in reading the Leadership In Action Blog and participating in stamp for each excursion they engage in, with a total of 8 stamps the bi-monthly live Twitter chats with the Director of Leadership that can be earned. Program participants will be recognized LEADERSHIP COOPERATION DevelopmentBUSINESS/LEADERSHIP throughout the membership yearKNOWLEDGE have expressed upon completion of the program in the following ways: a personal interest in taking a deeper dive into leadership. These - All LeadershipIN ACTION Academy participants will receive a individuals will be invited to an exclusive leadership coaching certificate of completion at the conclusion of the program session at NLC where they will be able to strategize a plan of action on Thursday. for their own personal leadership development. Participants of - Leadership Academy / Passport Program participants this exclusive coaching session will earn a stamp for Leadership collecting 6 or more stamps will receive a Silver In Action! Additionally, the Director of Leadership Development Leadership Pin. will be recognizing real-time Leadership In Action engagement of Participants must turn in their completed Passport members throughout the conference and awarding “on the spot” to the Registration Desk on Saturday, May 9 between stamps for this action. 34 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF 12:00 pm– 2:00 pm to claim their leadership pin. COOPERATION Tweet-up Participants BPA Volunteer/ LeadershipBusiness is aboutMeeting Cooperation. Not only do volunteers drive Topics / Passport Stops On-the-Spot recognition Internship Program theNational success Business behind Panel BPA, or volunteerism isParticipation a way to develop in the skills SERVICEfor Leadership in andWorkshop apply knowledge on Leadership learned in the classroomLeadership in a Academyreal-world Leadership is about Service. How do we exemplify the human environment.or Business We Focuswould not accomplish a fraction of the good element inAction leadership? at NLC It’s about making a difference and work that is done without them – without you! Participants who creating positive change. Participants will earn a stamp in serve as an NLC Volunteer and/or Intern during the conference Service by participating in the Lead4Change BPA University will earn a stamp in Cooperation. Workshop session on Friday morning or engaging in the BPA Day of Service activities scheduled for Friday afternoon. BUSINESS/LEADERSHIP KNOWLEDGE (2 STOPS) Leadership is about Business. As a business and technology Leadership is about Knowledge. How we spend our time focused CTSO, our organization offers many opportunities matters. Seeking ways to build leadership strengths and abilities to engage in business-driven activities. Panels, meetings can come in many forms, including educational workshops and and workshops focused on leadership and business allow activities. Participants will earn one stamp each by participating participants to deepen their knowledge of how leadership plays in the Leadership Academy and a leadership-focused BPA a strong role in this industry. Participants will earn a stamp for University Workshop session. Business/Leadership by attending the Secondary or Post- secondary Business Meeting, or by participating in either the FRIENDSHIP National Business Panel or a BPA University Workshop focused Leadership is about Friendship. By participating in the Walk on business leadership. for Special Olympics, students will strengthen their awareness National Officers and Elections

Run for National Office There will be no nominations from the floor. Any violation of the rules will be brought before the NLC Rules National Officer Candidates Committee. All grievances must be filed using the BPA needs outstanding student members to share their Grievance Form and following the proper Grievance leadership skills with all members by becoming a National Policy Guidelines. Any damage charges by the hotel Officer candidate. If your student is interested in serving, resulting from inappropriate campaigning will be charged and has strong leadership skills, contact your State to the candidate’s state association. Advisor. Candidates will be running for a place on the National Officer Team, not for a specific office. Schedules will be distributed prior to the State Caucuses. The top 10 candidates for each division will have an Prior to NLC opportunity to caucus. Candidate 100-word statements, answers to specific questions, and videos will be posted on the BPA website The primary election results will be pro-rated based the Monday before NLC. Once the items are posted on on the number of voting delegates allocated to each the website and the link given is sent out over the official state association which is determined by memberships National BPA’s social media platforms, the candidate can submitted to the National Center by Friday, February 15, announce their candidacy on social media platforms. 2020. Only designated voting delegates will cast votes in the general election and transact all other business. At NLC Election/Voting Procedures The Policy & Procedures Rule, which states that Head Offices will be filled by the six (6) candidates receiving Voting Delegates must attend the Candidate/Head Voting the highest majority votes for the Secondary Division Delegate Briefing Meeting, will be strictly enforced. States and the four (4) candidates receiving the highest majority not complying will lose all of their votes. votes for the Post-secondary Division. Once the six (6) Secondary officers and the four (4) Post-secondary officers have been elected, a placement committee will Candidate/Head Voting Delegate Briefing Meetings : 35 GUIDE PREVIEW CONFERENCE 2020 for Secondary and Post-secondary Divisions slate the officers in a specific office position. Candidates Date: Wednesday, May 6 Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm will be interviewed by this committee before placement. Location: Chesapeake 4-6 Members of the committee will include two (2) Board Members, Director of Leadership Development, Executive This meeting is required for all Candidates, Campaign Director, one (1) former National Officer, and one (1) Managers, and Head Voting Delegates. General Voting Alumni Member. Delegates are invited, but not required to attend. Secondary Division Voting Delegates Immediately following the meeting candidates will take The number of Secondary Voting Delegates is the Merit Scholar Test. determined by granting each State Association five (5) votes plus additional votes, based on their paid student Candidates will be introduced at the Opening Session memberships received in the National Center Friday, and can immediately begin distributing business cards. February 15, 2020. Membership dues received after Only the candidate and the campaign manager can Friday, February 15, if postmarked prior to February 15, campaign prior to the rally and may only distribute and if mailed first class, shall qualify for the February standard business cards. 15 deadline. Additional votes will be determined by multiplying the state student membership total by a factor Speeches will be given at divisional business meetings. of .003 and rounding to the nearest whole number. There will be a Campaign Rally during which materials for each National Officer Candidate will be distributed Post-secondary Division Voting Delegates to delegates. Only the candidate and the campaign The number of Post-secondary Voting Delegates is manager are allowed to campaign (All campaign determined by granting each State Association three materials must be distributed only in the room designated (3) votes plus additional votes, based on their paid for the Campaign Rally and only during the specified time student memberships received in the National Center period except for the business cards by the candidate). Friday, February 15, 2020. Membership dues received after February 15, if postmarked prior to February 15, If needed, based on the number of candidates, a primary and if mailed first class, shall qualify for the February election will be held by secret ballot during the Campaign 15 deadline. Additional votes will be determined by Rally at the time specified in the program. Every student multiplying the state student membership total by a factor member attending NLC will have an opportunity to cast a of .008 and rounding to the nearest whole number. ballot during the primary election. 2020 Tour Descriptions

Due to heightened security, many locations in Washington, D.C. require valid ID to be admitted. For those 18 years and older, a government photo ID is required. For those 17 years and younger, a school-issued photo ID is acceptable. It is strongly recommended that individuals attending any off-site function or tour carry their photo ID with them at all times.

General Information • Participants who delay the departure for the return trip longer than 15-minutes will be charged $25.00 per Tour Registration person for every 15-minutes delayed. • Priority will be given to those who register for tours in • Tours are subject to change. advance. • Refunds are not given for an optional or last minute • As you register your delegates with the online change on the part of a delegate or advisor. registration system, click on the tours in which you and your delegates want to participate. • No refunds are given due to inclement weather. • The correct payment for tours will be calculated and • All prices are based on a minimum number of persons added to your invoice total by the online registration participating; if the minimum number of persons do not system. sign up for a particular tour, that tour may be cancelled. Attending Tours • Some tours have a maximum number of persons who can participate; these tours will be filled on a first-come, •  Participants must arrive and depart as a group. first-serve basis. Individual ticket admission is not eligible. If transportation is not provided, participants must walk • In the event that a tour is filled or cancelled, you may to specified location and check in with the group exchange the ticket for another of equal value or receive a refund. 36 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF chaperone upon arrival for admission. When booking tours for your arrival day, allow plenty of time for • You can purchase tickets for any tour with available possible flight delays or delays in shuttle transfers. space at the Tour Desk on-site. • Assembly times for scheduled tours will be 15-minutes • All tour tickets must be picked up at the Tour Desk by before scheduled departure times. Departures will leave the advisor. Tickets are not distributed in the registration at the scheduled time. packets and will not be released to individual students. • Advisors/chaperones are required to accompany Tour Desk students on tours (does not apply to Post-secondary Location: Maryland Ballroom Registration Desk C* Division). • No refunds will be given due to late arrival at the Hours: Wednesday, May 6 7:00 am-12:30 pm | 2:00 pm-7:00 pm conference as monies have to be paid in advance to Thursday, May 7 7:00 am-5:00 pm tour venues. Friday, May 8 7:00 am-5:00 pm • BPA is not responsible for your return trip if you are not Saturday, May 9 7:00 am-12:00 pm on the bus at the departure time. *Location of Tour Desk on Wednesday from 7:00 am-12:30 pm will be the Potomac Coat Check. 2020 Tour Descriptions

D.C. Bike Tour Ride with history and experience our nation’s rich culture by bicycle! This Washington, D.C. tour provides guests the opportunity to see the city’s most popular sights while moving easily between them. Once seated aboard their comfort rental bikes, guests will be led by a trained guide through the National Mall and Capitol Hill, which stretch over two and a half miles across the center of the city. Throughout the tour, the group’s guide will share fun facts and history about the city and frequent stops will be made for photo opportunities. Sights include the Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Smithsonian Museums, World War II Memorial, the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and more. All guests of this tour will also receive a complimentary BPA- branded water bottle to use along the trip! Option #1 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 11:00 am-2:30 pm Cost: $145.00

D.C. Highlights Tour Have you ever wanted to see all the historic monuments and buildings that Washington, D.C. is known for? Then hop : 37 GUIDE PREVIEW CONFERENCE 2020 on the D.C. Highlights Tour! Guests will begin the tour with an overview of Washington, D.C. presented by a dedicated tour guide who will impress you with unique, historical and entertaining facts about the city. Arriving in the city, you’ll be introduced to the U.S. Capitol building and receive and overview of Capitol Hill. Then on to the White House where you will step out for a stroll along Pennsylvania Avenue NW, hearing intriguing facts and fun stories about the White House and Lafayette Square. From there, the group will pass by iconic D.C. memorials and buildings, with views of Smithsonian Institution Museum’s that adorn the National Mall, Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, and many more. Guests will be given a chance to get a close-up experience at the Lincoln Memorial, War Memorials and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Option #1 Date: Wednesday, May 6 Time: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm Cost: $75.00 Option #2 Option #4 Date: Thursday, May 7 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 9:00 am-2:00 pm Time: 9:00 am-2:00 pm Cost: $75.00 Cost: $75.00 Option #3 Option #5 Date: Friday, May 8 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 1:00 pm-6:00 pm Time: 1:00 pm-6:00 pm Cost: $75.00 Cost: $75.00 38 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA Cost: $90.00 Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm Date: Thursday,May7 Option #1 Villains”. rotating exhibitssuchas“ExquisitelyEvil:50YearsofBond permanent exhibits,themuseumalsofeaturesrelated “pocket litter”iswhenundercover.Inadditiontothe origins ofespionage,theartdisguise,andhowimportant excursion offersvisitorstheopportunitytodiscover intelligence--with expectedresults.Thisself-guided and onhaveexcelledatorignoredtheneedtogather on worldevents.PresidentsfromGeorgeWashington shaped historyandcontinuestohaveasignificantimpact perspective onanall-but-invisibleprofessionthathas This museumistheonlyoneinworldtoprovideaglobal agencies, andgovernmentofficessincethecitywasborn. have walkedthehallsofforeignembassies,intelligence activity andisthespycapitalofworld,asspies Washington, D.C.hasalwaysbeenahotbedofespionage International SpyMuseum Cost: $99.00 Time: 10:00am-3:00pm Date: Saturday,May9 Option #2 Cost: $99.00 Time: 1:00pm-6:00pm Date: Thursday,May7 Option #1 depending ontheseason. changing oftheguardceremonyevery30-60minutes 24 hoursaday,everyday.Thetombalsooffersspecial Unknown Soldier,whichisguardedbyasolitarysoldier also knownasIwoJima,welltheTombof Confederate Memorial,theMarineCorpsWar the WomeninMilitaryServiceofAmericaMemorial, the opportunitytovisitKennedyFamilygravesite, Within ArlingtonNationalCemetery,guestswillhave greatest heroes. National Cemetery,thefinalrestingplaceofAmerica’s Virginia, wheretheywillfinishtheirafternoonatArlington will boardthebusagainfortransferacrossriverinto Following theirtimeatthesepopularDCmemorials,guests Memorial, andtheKoreanWarMemorialupcloseonfoot. experience theWorldWarIIMemorial,VietnamVeteran’s tour ontheNationalMallindowntownDC,wheretheywill for theprotectionofourfreedom.Guestswillbegintheir and womenacrossthenationwhodedicatedtheirlives This tourwillhonortheserviceandsacrificeofbothmen Honoring America’s HeroesTour Tour2020 Descriptions (Cont.) 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 39

Option #3 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 12:00 pm-3:30 pm Cost: $95.00 Option #2 Date: Friday, May 8 Time: 7:00 pm-11:00 pm Cost: $75.00

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Date: Thursday, May 7 Time: 7:00 pm-11:00 pm Cost: $75.00 Lincoln Assassination Lincoln Assassination Tour of America’s most horrificCome with us on a tour for yourself the place where Johnassassination and behold “Sic semper tyrannis” after leaping toWilkes Booth shouted, where he shot our 16th president.the stage from the balcony dedicated tour guide in historicAfter meeting the group’s will walk to Ford’s Theater, the siteLafayette Square, guests Along the way, the guide will entertainwhere it all happened. account as well as point out otherguests with this gripping sites such as National Theater, Baptistfamous Lincoln-related Peterson Boarding HouseAlley (where Booth escaped), his last breaths), the White House, Star(where Lincoln took Treasury Building. Following a guidedSaloon, and the U.S. Theater totour outside, guests will venture inside Ford’s maybe even get aexplore the museum at their leisure and the Ford’s Theater(pending theater performance schedule). Admission includes peek into the site where it all happened will end their After learning all about the life and death of Abraham Lincoln, guests Museum and Petersen Boarding House. at the Lincoln Memorial. excursion with a quick stop and photo op Option #1 2020 Tour Descriptions Descriptions 2020 Tour Monuments By Moonlight to our nation’sOn this evening tour, guests will be introduced as it is illuminatedcapital and see the best of Washington tour guide,at night. With a private vehicle and dedicated in the heart ofyour group will transfer to the National Mall monuments anddowntown D.C., where you will visit popular city. Each tourmemorials and learn the rich history of the route will vary and can be customized to accommodate the group’s interests. Sights and stops along the way include famous landmarks such as: The White House, U.S. Capitol Building, Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veteran’s and Korean War Memorials, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and more! Option #1 Date: Wednesday, May 6 Time: 1:00 pm-4:30 pm Cost: $95.00 Option #2 Date: Friday, May 8 Time: 8:30 am-12:00 pm Cost: $95.00 40 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA Cost: $25.00 National Mallat 4:30pm) (Last shuttleleaves hotelat3:00pm|Lastshuttle leaves Time: 9:00am-5:00 pm Date: Saturday,May9 Option #3 Cost: $25.00 National Mallat6:30pm) (Last shuttleleaveshotelat4:00 pm|Lastshuttleleaves Time: 9:00am-7:00pm Date: Saturday,May8 Option #2 Cost: $25.00 National Mallat6:30pm) (Last shuttleleaveshotelat4:00pm|Last Time: 9:00am-7:00pm Date: Thursday,May7 Option #1 hotel andreturnwithinthetimeframeprovidedeachday. the bottomofhour.Participantswillbeabletodepart Gaylord atthetopofhourandfromNationalMall Note: Shuttleswillruncontinuously,departingfromthe History, andsomuchmore! World WarIIMemorial,NationalMuseumofAfricanAmerican West tovisittheWashingtonMonument,LincolnMemorial, and SpaceMuseum,theNationalGalleryofArt;orhead National PortraitGallery;headEasttovisitCapitolHill,theAir North tovisitHistoricDowntown,theWhiteHouse,and be droppedoffneartheSmithsonianCastle.Fromtherehead Spend somefreetimeinWashington,D.C.!Participantswill National MallDayShuttle(TransportationOnly) Cost: $95.00 Time: 8:30am-12:30pm Date: Friday,May8 Option #2 Cost: $95.00 Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm Date: Wednesday,May6 Option #1 steep stairsandinclinedwalkingpathsarepartofthetour. Note: Comfortablewalkingshoesandmobilityareamust- the estate. National TreasureII,scenesofwhichwerefilmedon-siteat also learnthestoryofinspirationforHollywoodmovie walk alongthePotomacRiverinfrontofmansion.You’ll the rarelyopenbasement,glimpseintoicehouse,and George andMartha’stomb,theeducationcenter.Visit surrounding servantbuildings,thegristmillanddistillery, grounds andgardens,includinginsidethemansion as welltheirhistoricimpact.You’llbefreetoexplorethe details ofthedailylifeiconicPresidentandFirstLady, home ofGeorgeandMarthaWashington.Thistourpresents experience thehistoricestateofMountVernon,former Situated onthebanksofPotomacRiver,guestswill Mount Vernon Excursion Tour2020 Descriptions Cost: $95.00 Time: 1:00pm-5:00pm Date: Saturday,May9 Option #4 Cost: $95.00 Time: 9:30am-1:30pm Date: Saturday,May9 Option #3 (Cont.) 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 41 (Cont.)

Tickets can be used all day, any day the park is open.Tickets can be used all day, any day the

Transportation is provided on a continuous loop betweenTransportation is provided on a continuous and go as theythe hours listed so participants can come shuttle, they will beplease. If a participant misses the final back to theresponsible for finding their own transportation conference hotel. Option #1 Date: Friday, May 8 Time: 10:00 am-7:00 pm shuttle leaves Six Flags at 6:30 pm) (Last shuttle leaves hotel at 4:00 pm | Last Cost: $75.00 Option #2 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 10:00 am-7:00 pm (Last shuttle leaves hotel at 4:00 pm | Last shuttle leaves Six Flags at 6:30 pm) Cost: $75.00 Optional Meal Voucher Pay for your food now, save money, and avoid paying cash at the park! Six Flags Meal Deal vouchers are a great add-on to your Six Flags theme park ticket. Vouchers can be redeemed for a choice of either a Hamburger & Fries, a Slice of Pizza with either Cheesebread or a Salad, or Chicken Strips & Fries; all served with a fountain drink of your choice. can be purchased per person as Note: Meal Deal vouchers can be used any day the park is open. Multiple vouchers well. Cost: $16.00 Six America Flags The park hasEnjoy over 65 rides, shows, and attractions! many thrill rides9 world-class roller coasters, as well as HARLEY QUINNincluding The Big Easy Speedway and cool off at HurricaneSpinsanity. Included in your admission, the Bonzai PipelinesHarbor Water Park. Enjoy rides such as wave pool, andwater slides, Wahoo River, Hurricane Bay more! Note: 1:00 pm | Shuttles begin returns to hotel after 7th Inning) 1:00 pm | Shuttles begin Cost: $75.00 Nationals Baseball Game Nationals at Enjoy a beautiful spring afternoon Take me out to the ballgame! 2019 on the Washington Nationals, the Nationals Park and cheer as they face-off against the ArizonaWorld Series Champions, Diamondbacks. Option #1 7 Date: Thursday, May pm Time: 12:00 pm-5:00 pm | Last shuttle leaves hotel at(Game starts at 1:05 2020 Tour Descriptions Descriptions 2020 Tour 2020 Tour Descriptions (Cont.)

Smithsonian’s National Zoo Visit the National Zoological Park, one of the oldest zoos in the United States. Home to more than 2,700 animals across 163 acres in the heart of Washington D.C.’s Rock Creek Park, you have the chance to see Clouded Leopards, American Bald Eagles, Gray Wolves, Sumatran Tigers, Aldabra Tortoises, California Sea Lions, Panamanian Golden Frogs, the world-famous Giant Pandas, and more! Note: Zoo admission is free; cost of tour is for transportation only. Option #1 Option #2 Date: Wednesday, May 6 Date: Saturday, May 9 Time: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm Cost: $40.00 Cost: $40.00

U.S. Capitol Building Walk the hallowed halls and historic rooms of the U.S. Capitol where legislators and statesmen work every day to shape the nation. Tours start in the Visitor Center, where you can learn the history of the building and Washington, D.C. You’ll then be led on a guided tour that will include the Crypt, the Rotunda,

and National Statuary Hall. Note: Public tours of the U.S. Capitol Building are free of charge. Advance reservations are recommended, but not required. To visit the House or Senate Chamber Galleries, please contact your congressional representative to acquire a separate pass. Be sure to arrange transportation using the National Mall Day Shuttle if you schedule a tour of the U.S. Capitol Building, or find transportation on your own. Hours: 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Monday through Saturday

White House Home to every U.S. President since John Adams in 1800, the White House is an iconic landmark in Washington, D.C. Walk the colorful rooms that adorn the State Floor of the

42 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF mansion, view the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden from the East Promenade, and admire the portraits of Presidents and First Ladies that decorate the halls. After your tour, take a stroll through Lafayette Square and down Pennsylvania Avenue, taking in the sights of Blair House, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, and the U.S. Treasury Building. Note: Public tours of the White House are free of charge and must be requested through your congressional representative at least three (3) weeks prior to your visit. Be sure to arrange transportation using the National Mall Day Shuttle if you schedule a tour at the White House, or find transportation on your own. Hours: 7:30 am – 11:30 am, Tuesday through Thursday 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays ADVISOR ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF A SPACE RESERVED FOR ADVISORS ONLY THURSDAY - SATURDAY (MAY 7 - 9) LOUNGE

FREE PROFESSIONAL FREE PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS MASSAGES May 7 May 8

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING CHALLENGE

Students will compete in the Social Media Marketing Challenge using the Mimic Social simulation. Visit the Stukent booth to compete.

Winners will be recognized on stage!

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The NLC Volunteer & Internship Program is returning Volunteer Registration bigger and better for our conference in National Harbor, Advisors can register students for the NLC Volunteer MD! Volunteers drive the success behind Business Program while registering their students online for NLC. Professionals of America, and we would not accomplish a fraction of the good work that is done without them. Approval in the NLC Volunteer program is granted Volunteers are especially important to the success of our by the local advisor and confirmed by selecting a National Leadership Conference. volunteer event and submitting the online conference registration. No other approval is required. Please contact After such great success with the restructured program in Heather Bunning, Director of Marketing & Stakeholder 2019, not only are we offering the Volunteer & Internship Engagement, at [email protected] for additional program with an alumni mentorship component again, information or questions. but we’re expanding the program to include even more internship experiences. Business Professionals of Purpose of the NLC Internship Program America embraced the unique opportunity to enhance the volunteer experience for all students and educators The NLC Internship Program offers experiences who participate and have streamlined the initiative and to students that are focused specifically on a job/ heightening the roles and responsibilities for students responsibility at NLC. These internships have been and advisors. The modified program structure not only developed and structured similarly to that of a company allows BPA volunteers the opportunity to do more for the or business internship experience, ones with goals, time they are participating, it also offers the National BPA objective and outcomes for the interns. The program Alumni Division the ability to become more involved and provides a specific outline of expectations, presents engaged with our National Leadership Conference, as hands-on learning and mentorship, in addition to offering well as with our student and advisor members. specific assignments and outcomes through the entire

National Leadership Conference. In addition, new for Purpose of the NLC Volunteer Program 2020, one of BPA’s newest sponsoring partners, Reach and Teach will be offering up to eight additional internship The student volunteer program offers For the students: experiences for BPA student members. benefits to our organization, to the students, and in some cases, to the community. Volunteer opportunities are a The internship experiences available during the National way to develop skills and apply the knowledge learned in Leadership Conference will provide hands-on learning coursework. Students also benefit from the “real world” and mentorship, a behind-the-scenes experience of what and professional experience that can be gained, which is involved with key components of the conference, and a contributes to a student being more competitive when career exploration opportunity that few students have the seeking employment after graduation. ability to experience at an early stage of planning for their future. For the Advisors: Advisor volunteers obtain and provide benefits which may include: The number of internship opportunities will be limited, however, students that apply but are not selected to be • Overall financial savings to the full membership by part of the NLC Internship Program will be assigned to keeping conference registration low an NLC Volunteer Program initiative to ensure that all • Networking opportunities students have a chance to be involved.

46 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF • Stronger engagement and involvement that leads to Each NLC intern will be matched with a BPA Alumni becoming further invested in BPA for mentorship, on-site training and real-world learning A complete listing of all NLC Volunteer opportunities are experiences throughout the conference. now posted on the bpa.org website. Students interested in learning more about and applying for the NLC Internship Program opportunities are encouraged to visit the bpa.org website.

Local advisor approval/sign-off is required for all NLC Internship experiences.

We are excited about the opportunity to work in collaboration with our National BPA Alumni Division and our sponsoring partner Reach and Teach to bring such incredible opportunities to this program for all of our members! Become Part of the Stars & Stripes Walkway at NLC this May!

This year at the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference, we’re shining the spotlight on all our stars, and that means you! Showcase your chapter, your team or yourself through BPA’s very own Stars & Stripes walkway at this year’s National Leadership Conference. Your Stars & Stripes decal will shine all week long as we celebrate the accomplishments and successes of everyone who has made it to NLC! State Associations, chapters, teams, students, advisors, alumni and Abigail Johnson parents all have the chance to secure a star in this year’s Stars & We are proud of you! Stripes walkway. State Associations and advisors can purchase Stars & Stripes decal for themselves, their chapter and their students directly through the Conference Registration System. Parents and alumni can purchase Stars & Stripes decals for their children or colleagues online through the NLC HQ website. Price: $75 per decal (each decal will be 2’ x 2’ in size) Orders will be accepted through March 25, 2020. 48 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference for Schedule 2020 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Tuesday, May5 Date Events willbeheldattheGaylordNationalResort&ConventionCenter 4:30 pm) administered at pm (Lastexam 12:00 pm-5:00 9:00 am-4:00pm 8:30 am-9:30am 8:00 am-8:00pm 8:00 am-7:00pm 7:00 am-12:30pm 7:00 am-7:00pm 7:00 am-7:00pm 7:00 am-8:00am 7:00 pm-8:00pm 5:00 pm-6:00pm 4:00 pm-5:00pm 3:00 pm-10:00pm 3:00 pm-10:00pm 3:00 pm-10:00pm 12:00 pm-6:00pm 8:00 am Time BusinessFundamentals Concepts(ML) BusinessCommunication Skills Concepts(ML) BusinessMathConcepts(ML) ProjectManagementConcepts (PS)  InformationTechnologyConcepts(S/PS) FinancialMath&Analysis(S/PS) DigitalMarketingConcepts(S/PS)  ComputerProgrammingConcepts(S/PS) BusinessMeetingManagement(S/PS) AdministrativeSupportConcepts(S/PS) WSAP OpenEventsLab Student VolunteerDesk Student VolunteerOrientation Competitive EventsCenter/TestDistribution Conference Headquarters Tour Desk Finance Desk Registration/Information Desk Administrator’s/Proctor’s/Grader’s Orientation Host CommitteeReception Student VolunteerOrientation Administrator’s/Proctor’s/Grader’s Orientation Conference Headquarters Finance Desk Registration/Information Desk Competitive EventsCenter National OfficerRehearsal Event Concepts (S/PS) Management/Marketing/Human Resources (S/PS) Digital Communications&DesignConcepts Potomac Ballroom C Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Prefunction Convention Center Chesapeake H-I Chesapeake K-L Boardroom Fort Washington Potomac CoatCheck Registration DeskB Prince George’s Desks Hall EntryRegistration Prince George’sExhibit Chesapeake H-I Lower Atrium Chesapeake H-I Chesapeake H-I Desks Hall EntryRegistration Prince George’sExhibit Registration DeskB Prince George’s Desks Hall EntryRegistration Prince George’sExhibit Chesapeake K-L Chesapeake J Location 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 49 Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom Potomac Coat Check Maryland Registration Desk C Chesapeake 4-6 Chesapeake 4-6 Chesapeake H-I Prince George’s Exhibit Hall AB National Harbor 14 National Harbor 15 Chesapeake J Chesapeake H-I Potomac Ballroom Foyer National Harbor 14 National Harbor 10-11 National Harbor 12-13 Chesapeake 4/5/6 Chesapeake 1 Chesapeake 7/8/9 National Harbor 2-3 National Harbor 6-7 National Harbor 4-5 Potomac Ballroom D National Harbor 15 Chesapeake 2-3 Lower Atrium Prince George’s Exhibit Hall AB National Harbor 4-5 Chesapeake 7/8/9 National Harbor 10-11 Chesapeake 4/5/6 National Harbor 8 National Harbor 6-7 National Harbor 14 National Harbor 12-13 (Cont.) Computer Literacy Concepts (ML) Literacy Concepts Computer Test Merit Scholar Merchandise Pick-Up Conference Pin & Prepaid t-shirts, tassles, (BPA Survival Kit, conference honor cords) Tour Desk Delegate/Voting Delegate Candidate/Head Voting candidates & head voting Briefing Meeting All to attend. General Voting delegates are required to attend, but not required. Delegates are invited and Testing Candidate Meeting Administrator’s/Proctor’s/Grader’s Orientation Attend) Parade of Flags Rehearsal (State Rep Must CEAC Meeting SAAC Meeting Grading Room Student Volunteer Orientation Exhibitor Move In State Meetings Alaska Idaho Illinois Iowa-S Iowa-PS Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota-S Montana Ohio-S Puerto Rico Wisconsin AICPA Advisor Reception Pre-Registration and Ticket are required. Sponsored by AICPA. Opening General Session State Meetings Delaware Florida Indiana Kansas Minnesota-PS New Mexico Ohio-PS Oklahoma 1:00 pm-5:00pm 2:00 pm-7:00 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 4:00 pm-5:00 pm 5:00 pm-6:00 pm 5:00 pm-6:00 pm 5:00 pm-9:00 pm 5:30 pm-6:30 pm 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30 pm 7:00 pm-8:00 pm 8:30 pm-10:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm 10:00 pm-11:00 pm

Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 6

Wednesday, May 6 Wednesday, 2020 Conference for Schedule 50 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference 2020 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 Wednesday, May6 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-8:50am 7:30 am-8:30am 7:00 am-5:00pm 7:00 am-5:00pm 7:00 am-5:00pm 7:00 am-10:00am 7:00 am-10:00am 7:00 am-9:00am 7:00 am-9:00am 7:00 am-9:00am 7:00 am-9:00am 7:00 am-8:30am 7:00 am-8:00am 7:00 am-8:00am 6:30 am-5:00pm Midnight 10:00 pm-11:00pm 10:00 pm-11:00pm Section2 Section1 Preparation Sections1-2 Extemporaneous Speech(ML) Section4 Section3 Section2 Section1 Digital MediaProduction(S) Digital MediaProduction(PS) Presentation Preparation Contemporary Issues(PS) Section3 Section2 Section1 Computer Modeling(S) Administrator’s/Proctor’s/Grader’s Orientation Presented byKevinSmith,StockTrak Gamification BPA University--TeachingFinanceThrough Parliamentary ProcedureTeam-ObjectiveEvent(S) Tour Desk Finance Desk Registration/Information Desk Application DeveloperFundamentals(S/PS) Fundamentals ofWebDesign/MTAHTML5 Fundamentals (S/PS) PC Servicing&Troubleshooting/MTAWindowsOS Personal FinancialManagement(S/PS) Fundamental Accounting(S) Federal IncomeTaxAccounting(PS) Exhibitor MoveIn State Officer’sBreakfast Student VolunteerOrientation Orientation) *TicketRequired Event Administratorsarepermittedtoattend Competitive EventJudge’sOrientation(Judged Competitive EventsCenter/TestDistribution Curfew (Secondary&MiddleLevel) Texas SouthCarolina (Cont.) National Harbor 6 National Harbor 7 National Harbor 8 Chesapeake F Chesapeake C Chesapeake B Chesapeake A Chesapeake 10 Chesapeake E Chesapeake D Chesapeake 1 Chesapeake 2 Chesapeake 3 Chesapeake H-I Maryland BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Desk C Maryland Registration Registration DeskB Prince George’s Desk Hall EntryRegistration Prince George’sExhibit Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Maryland Ballroom1-2 Maryland Ballroom3 Foyer Potomac Ballroom Ballroom Cherry Blossom Chesapeake H-I Maryland BallroomB Chesapeake K-L National Harbor2-3 Chesapeake 2-3 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 51 National Harbor 12 National Harbor National Harbor 13 National Harbor 14 National Harbor 15 Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 7 Camellia 1 Azalea 3 Azalea 2 Azalea 1 Chesapeake 12 Chesapeake 6 Chesapeake 5 Chesapeake 4 Chesapeake 11 Magnolia 1 Magnolia 2 Magnolia 3 Fort Washington Boardroom Maryland Ballroom 6 Maryland Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Fort Washington Boardroom Potomac Registration Desk A Potomac Coat Check Chesapeake G & J Maryland Ballroom 3 Maryland Ballroom 1-2 Maryland Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom 2-3 Potomac Ballroom 4-5 (Cont.) Extemporaneous Speech (S) Extemporaneous Sections 1-3 Preparation Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 (ML) Graphic Design Promotion Section 1 Section 2 (PS) Graphic Design Promotion (S) Graphic Design Promotion Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 (ML) Introduction to Video Production Team Presentation Management Individual (S) Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Video Production Team (PS) Video Production Team (S) Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Conference Headquarters Written Event Conflict Room BPA University Administrative Support Team (ML/S/PS) Section 1 Post-secondary Candidate Placement Committee & Candidate Interviews Student Volunteer Desk Conference Pin & Prepaid Merchandise Pick-Up (BPA Survival Kit, conference t-shirts, tassles, honor cords) Grading Room College Payroll Accounting (PS) Payroll Accounting (S) BPA University -- Fundraising and How to Close the Deal Presented by: Tycely Williams, America’s Promise Alliance Certiport Open Certification Lab Precision Exams Open Certification Lab BPA Store 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-5:00 pm 8:00 am-5:00 pm 9:00 am-9:50 am 9:00 am-11:00 am 9:00 am-11:00 am 9:00 am-4:00 pm 9:00 am-5:00 pm 9:00 am-5:00 pm 9:30 am-11:30 am 9:30 am-11:30 am 10:00 am-10:50 am 10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 pm-5:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, 2020 Conference for Schedule 52 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference 2020 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 1:00 pm-1:50pm 12:30 pm-3:30pm 4:30 pm) administered at (Last exam 12:00 pm-5:00pm 12:00 pm-2:00pm 12:00 pm-2:00pm 12:00 pm-1:00pm 11:00 am-11:50 10:30 am-1:30pm 10:30 am-1:30pm 10:30 am-1:30pm 10:30 am-12:30 pm 10:30 am-12:30 pm 10:00 am-6:00pm

Cybersecurity Education Presented byDennis Klaas,MichiganInitiative for Computer Science TrainingandCurriculum ForAll BPA University(AdvisorSession) –Cybersecurity/ National LeadershipAcademy (S/PS) MeritScholar ComputerLiteracyConcepts(ML) BusinessFundamentalsConcepts(ML) BusinessCommunicationSkillsConcepts(ML) BusinessMathConcepts(ML) ProjectManagementConcepts(PS) ParliamentaryProcedureConcepts(S/PS)  InformationTechnologyConcepts(S/PS) FinancialMath&Analysis(S/PS) DigitalMarketingConcepts(S/PS)  ComputerProgrammingConcepts(S/PS)  AdministrativeSupportConcepts(S/PS) WSAP OpenEventsLab Advanced CollegeAccounting(PS) Advanced Accounting(S) *Ticket Required Orientation) Event Administratorsarepermittedtoattend Competitive EventJudge’sOrientation(Judged Presented byEllieHoban,Facebook On DigitalMarketingSkillsfromFacebookBlueprint BPA University – Empowering Students with Hands- Networking Fundamentals(S/PS) Server AdministrationUsingMicrosoft/MTA Linux OperatingSystemFundamentals(S/PS) (S/PS) Advanced WordProcessing/MOSExam2016 Digital Citizenship(ML) C++ Programming(S/PS) NLC ExhibitorShowcase Barefoot/BPAT-shirtSalesBooth Concepts (S/PS) Management/Marketing/Human Resources (S/PS) Digital Communications&DesignConcepts (S/PS) Business MeetingManagementConcepts (Cont.) Maryland Ballroom A Woodrow Wilson Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Maryland Ballroom3 Maryland Ballroom1-2 Maryland BallroomD Maryland BallroomC Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomD Foyer Potomac Ballroom 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 53 Maryland Ballroom C Maryland Potomac Ballroom D National Harbor 8 National Harbor 12 National Harbor 13 National Harbor 14 National Harbor 15 Chesapeake 3 Chesapeake 2 Chesapeake 1 Chesapeake 6 Chesapeake 5 Chesapeake A Chesapeake B Chesapeake D Chesapeake E Chesapeake F Chesapeake C National Harbor 7 National Harbor 6 Chesapeake 10 Chesapeake 12 Chesapeake 11 Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 7 Magnolia 1 Magnolia 2 Camellia 1 Azalea 1 Azalea 2 Azalea 3 (Cont.) BPA University – Transforming Your BPA – Transforming BPA University Into a Career Experiences National Alumni Division Presented by The BPA (S/PS) Java Programming Skills (PS) Advanced Interview Skills (S) Advanced Interview Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Team (S) Broadcast News Production Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Computer Animation Team (S) Section 1 Section 2 Entrepreneurship Exploration (ML) Entrepreneurship (PS) Entrepreneurship (S) Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Ethics & Professionalism (PS) Preparation Presentation Presentation Management Individual (PS) Presentation Management Team (ML) Presentation Management Team (PS) Presentation Management Team (S) Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Small Business Management Team (PS) Preparation Presentation Small Business Management Team (S) Preparation Sections 1-3 Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 BPA University (Advisor Session) -- Stop the Boredom! A Better Way to Teach Personal Finance Presented by Travis Draper, Stukent 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 2:00 pm-2:50 pm 1:00 pm-1:50 pm 1:00 pm-1:50

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, 2020 Conference for Schedule 54 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference 2020 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Thursday, May7 Campaign Rally Following Business Meeting Following 8:00 pm-10:30pm 8:00 pm-10:30pm 6:30pm-8:30 pm 6:30 pm-7:30pm 6:00 pm-10:00pm 5:30 pm-8:30pm 5:30 pm-8:30pm 5:30 pm-8:30pm Business Meeting Following 5:00 pm-7:00pm 4:00 pm-5:00pm 3:00 pm-4:00pm 3:00 pm-3:50pm 2:30 pm-4:30pm 2:30 pm-4:30pm 2:30 pm-3:30pm 2:30 pm-3:30pm 2:00 pm-5:00pm 2:00 pm-5:00pm 2:00 pm-5:00pm 2:00 pm-2:50pm Montana Minnesota Michigan Massachusetts Kansas Iowa Idaho Florida Alaska Post-secondary Caucus Post-secondary DivisionCampaignRally Post-secondary DivisionBusinessMeeting National OfficerTabulationMeeting National LeadershipAcademy(ML) Post-secondary DivisionCampaignRallySet-Up (Pre-registration required) Here, GoPlaces. Presented andsponsoredbyAICPAStart AICPA BankOnItTournament Fundamentals (S/PS) Computer NetworkTechnology/MTANetworking Database Applications/MOSAccess2016(S/PS) Exam 2016(S/PS) Advanced SpreadsheetApplications/MOSExcel Secondary DivisionCampaignRally Secondary DivisionBusinessMeeting Alumni DivisionBusinessMeeting Secondary DivisionCampaignRallySet-Up Presented byAprilClark,ReachandTeach Fundraiser ROCK Out?FreeEducationProgram&100%Profit BPA University(AdvisorSession)–Readyto Managerial Accounting(PS) College Accounting(PS) Banking &Finance(S/PS) Student VolunteerOrientation Development Fundamentals(S/PS) Visual Basic/C#Programming/MTASoftware (S/PS) Computer Security/MTASecurityFundamentals 2016 (S/PS) Integrated OfficeApplications/MOSPowerPoint BPA BoardofDirectors Scientists PresentedbyRichardJester,Delaware BPA University–FromDungeonsMastersandData (Cont.) Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 6 Chesapeake 5 Chesapeake 4 Chesapeake 1 Chesapeake 2 Chesapeake 3 Chesapeake A Maryland BallroomC Maryland BallroomC Chesapeake B Ballroom A Woodrow Wilson Maryland BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Maryland BallroomAB Hall AB Prince George’sExhibit Chesapeake H-I Maryland BallroomAB Maryland BallroomC Maryland Ballroom6 Maryland Ballroom3 Maryland Ballroom1-2 Chesapeake H-I Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Maryland BallroomC 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 55 Cheasapeake 7 Cheasapeake 10 Cheasapeake Chesapeake 11 Chesapeake 12 National Harbor 1 Chesapeake D Chesapeake E National Harbor 13 National Harbor 8 National Harbor 5 National Harbor 6 National Harbor 14 National Harbor 15 National Harbor 10 National Harbor 4 National Harbor 12 National Harbor 7 National Harbor 11 National Harbor 3 National Harbor 9 National Harbor 2 Fort Washington Boardroom Chesapeake H-I Chesapeake K-L Maryland Ballroom D Potomac Ballroom 6 Prince George’s Exhibit Hall Entry Registration Desk Prince George’s Registration Desk B Maryland Registration Desk C Fort Washington Boardroom Chesapeake 10-11 Potomac Coat Check (Cont.) Ohio Oklahoma Texas Wisconsin Secondary State Caucus Alaska Delaware Florida Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Montana New Mexico Ohio Oklahoma South Carolina Texas Candidate Selection Committee Meeting Student Volunteer Orientation Curfew (Secondary & Middle Level) Competitive Events Center/Test Distribution (Judged Competitive Event Judge’s Orientation Event Administrators are permitted to attend Orientation) *Ticket Required Written Event Conflict Room Registration/Information Desk Finance Desk Tour Desk Conference Headquarters BPA Store Barefoot/BPA T-shirt Sales Booth Broadcast News Production Team Finals (S) Students will complete projects 7:00 am-10:00 am Conference Pin & Prepaid Merchandise Pick-Up (BPA Survival Kit, conference t-shirts, tassles, honor cords) 8:30 pm-10:30 pm 11:00 pm-11:30 pm 2:30-3:30pm Midnight 6:30 am-7:00 pm 7:00 am-8:00 am 7:00 am-3:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:00 am- 5:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Thursday, May 7 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8

Thursday, May 7 Thursday, 2020 Conference for Schedule 56 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference 2020 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-9:30am 8:00 am-9:30am 8:00 am-9:30am 8:00 am-8:50am 7:30 am-11:00am 7:30 am-9:30am 7:30 am-9:00am 7:00 am-5:00pm Section3 Section2 Section1 Website DesignTeam(S) Website DesignTeam(PS) Website DesignTeam(ML) PresentationSection2 PreparationSection2 PresentationSection1 PreparationSection1 Parliamentary ProcedureTeam(S) Section3 Section2 Section1 PreparationSections1-3 Human ResourceManagement(S) Presentation Preparation Human ResourceManagement(PS) Section2 Section1 PreparationSections1-2 Financial AnalystTeam(S) Presentation Preparation Financial AnalystTeam(PS) Section2 Section1 Economic ResearchTeam(S) Section3 Section2 Section1 Administrative SupportResearchProject(S) Spreadsheet Applications(ML) Medical OfficeProcedures(S/PS) Intermediate WordProcessing(S/PS) Seniors andPost-secondarymembers *Intended forSecondaryDivisionGraduating Team Presented bythePost-secondaryNationalOfficer BPA University--BelieveItorNot? Candidate Interviews Secondary CandidatePlacementCommittee& Administrative SupportTeam(ML/S/PS)Section2 BPA NationalShowcaseSet-up Students willcompleteprojects7:00am-10:00am Video ProductionTeamFinals(S/PS) (Cont.) Chesapeake F Chesapeake E Chesapeake D Chesapeake B Chesapeake A Azalea 3 Azalea 2 Azalea 1 Camellia 1 National Harbor15 National Harbor14 National Harbor13 National Harbor12 National Harbor6 National Harbor7 Chesapeake 7 Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 5 Chesapeake 6 Chesapeake 2 Chesapeake 3 Magnolia 3 Magnolia 2 Magnolia 1 Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Maryland BallroomC Boardroom Fort Washington Potomac BallroomC Maryland BallroomAB Potomac BallroomD 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 57 Potomac Ballroom Potomac Ballroom A Reg Desk Woodrow Wilson Ballroom A C Maryland Ballroom Potomac Registration Desk A Potomac Ballroom Foyer Chesapeake G & J Potomac Ballroom C Woodrow Wilson Ballroom A Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Maryland Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom 2-3 Potomac Ballroom 4-5 Maryland Ballroom C Maryland Ballroom D Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C Potomac Ballroom C (Cont.) Digital Communications & Design Concepts (S/PS) Volunteer Desk Volunteer with National Officers BPA University -- Overtime National Officer Team Presented by the Secondary Level members *Intended for Middle Business Panel National Showcase participants are required All National Showcase to attend Student Volunteer Desk NLC Exhibitor Showcase Grading Room Section 3 Administrative Support Team (ML/S/PS) Teens BPA University – Lead4Change Transforms Into Service Leaders Presented by Debbie Dodge, Lead4Change Legal Office Procedures (S/PS) Fundamental Desktop Publishing (S/PS) Basic Office Systems & Procedures (S/PS) BPA National Showcase – Individual V01 Virtual Multimedia & Promotion – Team V02 Virtual Multimedia & Promotion V03 Software Engineering Team V04 Web Application Team V05 Mobile Applications V06 Promotional Photography V07 Cybersecurity/Digital Forensics V08 Start-up Enterprise Team Team V09 Financial Portfolio Management Certiport Open Certification Lab Precision Exams Certification Lab BPA University – Helping You Dress for Success | How to Prepare for a Job Interview Presented by Men’s Wearhouse Competitive Event Judge’s Orientation (Judged Event Administrators are permitted to attend Orientation) *Ticket Required WSAP Open Events Lab Administrative Support Concepts (S/PS) Business Meeting Management (S/PS) Computer Programming Concepts (S/PS)  Digital Marketing Concepts (S/PS) Financial Math & Analysis (S/PS)

9:00 am-9:50 am 9:00 am-10:00 am 9:00 am-3:00 pm 9:00 am-5:00 pm 9:00 am-5:00 pm 9:30 am-11:30 am am 10:00 am-10:50 10:00 am-11:30 am pm am-12:00 10:00 pm am-12:00 10:00 pm am-12:30 10:00 10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 pm-4:00 pm 11:00 am-11:50 am 12:00 pm-1:00 pm 12:00 pm-5:00 pm (Last exam administered at 4:30 pm) 8:00 am-4:00 pm 8:00 am-4:00

Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8

Friday, May 8 Friday, May 2020 Conference for Schedule 58 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2020 Schedule for Conference 2020 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 Friday, May8 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 1:00 pm-5:00pm 12:30 pm-2:30pm 12:30 pm-2:30pm 12:30 pm-2:30pm 12:30 pm-2:30pm 12:30 pm-2:00pm Section2 Section1 Prepared Speech(ML) Section2 Section1 PreparationSections1-2 Network DesignTeam(S) Presentation Preparation Network DesignTeam(PS) Section4 Section3 Section2 Section1 Interview Skills(S) Section2 Section1 Interview Skills(PS) Section3 Section2 Section1 Global MarketingTeam(S) Section3 Section2 Section1 Economic ResearchIndividual(S) Digital GameDesignTeam(ML) Keyboarding Production(ML) Fundamental WordProcessing(S/PS) Digital Publishing(S/PS) Advanced OfficeSystems&Procedures(S/PS) National HonorAwardsCeremony MeritScholar ComputerLiteracyConcepts(ML) BusinessFundamentalsConcepts(ML) BusinessCommunicationSkillsConcepts(ML) BusinessMathConcepts(ML) ProjectManagementConcepts(PS) ParliamentaryProcedureConcepts(S/PS)  InformationTechnologyConcepts(S/PS) Concepts (S/PS) Management/Marketing/Human Resources (Cont.) National Harbor 11 National Harbor 10 Chesapeake F Chesapeake E Chesapeake D Chesapeake B Chesapeake A National Harbor15 National Harbor14 National Harbor13 National Harbor12 National Harbor6 National Harbor7 Magnolia 3 Magnolia 2 Magnolia 1 Chesapeake 7 Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 6 Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Hall AB Prince George’sExhibit Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC Potomac BallroomC 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 59 National Harbor 9 National Harbor National Harbor 3 National Harbor 2 National Harbor 1 Chesapeake H-I TBD Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Woodrow Wilson Ballroom A Woodrow Wilson Ballroom A Woodrow Wilson Ballroom B Woodrow Wilson Ballroom C Woodrow Wilson Ballroom D Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Terrace (Outside at Lower Atrium) Chesapeake K-L Maryland Ballroom D Chesapeake G & J Prince George’s Exhibit Hall Entry Registration Desk Prince George’s Registration Desk B Maryland Registration Desk C Potomac Coat Check (Cont.) BPA Coloring Books for Kids Prepared Speech (PS) Prepared Speech (S) Prepared Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Orientation Administrators/Proctors/Graders Accounting Student AICPA Secondary Division Networking Event Financial Literacy (ML) Using Cisco (S/PS) Network Administration (S/PS) SQL Database Fundamentals BPA Day of Service 3:00 pm-6:00 pm A Million Thanks A Smile A Day BPA Cares School Supply Drive  Walk for Special Olympics Posters Business Law & Ethics (S/PS) ICD-10-CM Diagnostic Coding-Pilot (S/PS) (S/PS) Fundamental Spreadsheet Applications Walk for Special Olympics Special Event – Stars and Stripes Celebration Curfew (Secondary & Middle Level) Competitive Events Center/Test Distribution Competitive Event Judge’s Orientation (Judged Event Administrators are permitted to attend Orientation) *Ticket Required Grading Room Registration/Information Desk Finance Desk Tour Desk BPA Store Conference Pin & Prepaid Merchandise Pick-Up (BPA Survival Kit, conference t-shirts, tassles, honor cords) Extemporaneous Speech Finals (ML) 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 2:00 pm-3:00 pm 2:30 pm-4:30 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 3:00 pm-6:00 pm 4:30 pm-5:30 pm 4:30 pm-5:30 pm 4:30 pm-6:30 pm 6:00 pm-7:00 pm 7:00 pm-10:00 pm 11:00 PM 6:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00 am-8:00 am 7:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00 am-12:00 pm 7:00 am - 12:00 pm 7:00 am-5:00 pm 7:30 am-12:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00 pm 1:00 pm-5:00

Friday, May 8 Friday, May Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Friday, May 8 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9

Friday, May 8 Friday, May 2020 Conference for Schedule 60 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA 2019 Schedule for Conference Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 Saturday, May9 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-12:00pm 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-9:00am 8:00 am-9:00am 7:30 am-12:00pm 7:30 am-12:00pm 7:30 am-12:00pm 7:30 am-12:00pm 7:30 am-12:00pm 7:30 am-12:00pm Interview Skills Finals(S) Interview Skills Finals(PS) Graphic DesignPromotionFinals (S) Graphic DesignPromotionFinals (PS) Graphic DesignPromotionFinals (ML) Global MarketingTeamFinals (S) Entrepreneurship Finals(S) Economic ResearchTeamFinals(S) Economic ResearchIndividualFinals(S) Digital MediaProductionFinals(S) Computer ModelingFinals(S) Computer AnimationTeamFinals(S) Advanced InterviewSkillsFinals(S) Administrative SupportResearchProjectFinals(S) Conference Headquarters Application Event(S) Linux OperatingSystemFundamentals-Finals Application Event(PS) Network AdministrationUsingCisco-Finals Application Event(S) Server AdministrationUsingMicrosoft-Finals Event (S) Computer NetworkTechnology-FinalsApplication Application Event(PS) PC ServicingandTroubleshooting-Finals Computer Security-FinalsApplicationEvent(S) Presentation Preparation Small BusinessManagementTeamFinals(S) Presentation Preparation Parliamentary ProcedureTeamFinals(S) Presentation Preparation Network DesignTeamFinals(S) Presentation Preparation Human ResourceManagementFinals(S) Presentation Preparation Financial AnalystTeamFinals(S) Presentation Preparation Extemporaneous SpeechFinals(S) Presentation Preparation (Cont.) National Harbor 3 National Harbor 2 Magnolia 3 Magnolia 2 Magnolia 1 Camellia 1 Chesapeake C Chesapeake 9 Chesapeake 8 Chesapeake 7 Chesapeake F Chesapeake E National Harbor8 Chesapeake D Boardroom Fort Washington Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Potomac BallroomAB Chesapeake 2 Chesapeake 3 Azalea 3 Azalea 2 Chesapeake 5 Chesapeake 6 National Harbor6 National Harbor7 Chesapeake B Chesapeake A National Harbor13 National Harbor12 National Harbor15 National Harbor14 2020 CONFERENCE PREVIEW GUIDE : 61 National Harbor 10 National Harbor 11 National Harbor Chesapeake 1 Chesapeake 4 Chesapeake 12 Potomac Registration Desk A Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB Potomac Ballroom AB National Officer Suite Potomac Ballroom D Potomac Ballroom 4-5 Prince George’s Exhibit Hall Entry Registration Desk National Harbor 5 Chesapeake K-L National Harbor 5 National Harbor 4 Prince George’s Exhibit Hall AB Prince George’s Exhibit Hall AB Fort Washington Boardroom Fort Washington Boardroom Woodrow Wilson Ballroom A Fort Washington Boardroom (Cont.) Prepared Speech Finals (ML) Speech Finals (ML) Prepared Speech Finals (S) Prepared Individual Finals (S) Presentation Management Team Finals (S) Presentation Management Finals (S) Website Design Team Student Volunteer Desk Application Event (PS) Computer Security-Finals PC Servicing and Troubleshooting-Finals Application Event (S) Technology-Finals Application Computer Network Event (PS) Server Administration Using Microsoft-Finals Application Event (PS) Network Administration Using Cisco-Finals Application Event (S) Linux Operating System Fundamentals-Finals Application Event (PS) Only) National Officer Reception (By Invitation Certiport Student Lounge Certiport Open Certification Lab Precision Exams Open Certification Lab Leadership Passport Turn-in Joint CEAC/SAAC Meeting Contest Review your choice Drop in as needed to review the contest of CEAC Meeting SAAC Meeting Post-secondary Division Awards Session Finale Secondary/Middle Level Divisions Awards Session Finale New National Officer Team Meeting Curfew (Secondary & Middle Level) Board of Trustees Meeting Corporate Meeting New Board of Trustees Meeting 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00 pm 9:00 am-12:00 pm 9:30 am-10:30 am 9:30 am-10:30 am 9:30 am-10:30 am 9:30 am-10:30 am 9:30 am-10:30 am 9:30 am-11:30 am 10:00 am-11:00 am 10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 am-4:00 pm 10:00 pm-4:00 pm 12:00 pm-2:00 pm 2:00 pm-3:00 pm 2:00 pm-4:00 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 3:00 pm-4:00 pm 6:00 pm-8:00 pm 8:30 pm-11:30 pm Immediately following S/ML Awards Session Midnight 7:30 am-8:30 am 9:00 am-11:00 am pm am-12:00 11:00 8:00 am-12:00 pm 8:00 am-12:00

Saturday, May 9 Saturday, Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Saturday, May 9 Sunday, May 10 Sunday, May 10 Sunday, May 10

Saturday, May 9 Saturday, 2019 Schedule for Conference Conference for Schedule 2019 Stars & Stripes Celebration

Join us for a night of fun with live entertainment, food, games and activities at the BPA Stars & Stripes Celebration! The evening will kick off with a live concert, sponsored by Reach & Teach, featuring Country Music Singer/Songwriter Adam Calvert. This concert will include a mix of high-energy new country, favorite classic hits, as well as Adam’s own original material.

The night’s activities will also include: • Photo Booths • Interactive Activities • Arcade and Table Games • Caricature Artists

• Food for Purchase …. and more!!!

Make plans to join us and be ready to rock, roll and celebrate a new decade with BPA!

Sponsored by: 62 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF 2020 Delegate Conduct Practices and Procedures Sec. ML Alumni* PS • The term “delegate” shall mean any member attending the National Leadership X X X X Conference. • Delegates shall abide by all conference rules. X X X X • Delegates shall stay at the approved hotel/motel during the conference. Participants residing within a 20 mile radius of the conference site may be exempt from the policy at the X X X discretion of the Director of Member Services & Events. • Delegates shall respect and abide by the authority delegated to the Executive Committee, presiding officers, committee chairmen, and advisor or authorized X X X X representative of the aforementioned. • Delegates shall attend all sessions and activities assigned unless engaged in some specific X X X X assignment taking place at the same time. • Delegates shall wear acceptable attire to all program activities as specified in the X X X X program. • Delegates shall not smoke in public while wearing the Business Professionals of America X X X X official blazer. • Illegal drugs, tobacco (including electronic forms of cigarettes), or alcohol in any form,

shall not be possessed or used by any delegate during official functions. Possession is defined as having on one’s person, in one’s belongings such as in a purse or in luggage, in one’s hotel/motel room, or having knowledge that illegal drugs, tobacco (including X X X X electronic forms of cigarettes), or alcohol are in one’s hotel/motel room or in another person’s possession. • Identification badges shall be worn at all official functions. X X X X • Business Professionals of America shall, under no circumstances, approve or condone the

use or serving of alcoholic beverages by anyone during official functions on any premises contracted (i.e. hotel, convention center, etc.) This is in effect from the time the member X X X X leaves home until he/she returns home. • Business Professionals of America shall, under no circumstances, approve or condone the

use of drugs in any form, except for medical purposes, by anyone at the NLC or any other national activity. This is in effect from the time the member leaves home until he/she X X X X returns home. • Delegates violating or ignoring any of the rules will be subject to the actions of the Grievance Committee. This committee shall be composed of two national officers, two X X X X national Board of Trustees members, two local advisors, and the Executive Director. : 63 GUIDE PREVIEW CONFERENCE 2020 • Spouses are allowed to attend conferences if they officially register as a special registrant. They shall not have membership privileges and shall abide by all conference rules. X X X X • Delegates shall keep their adult advisors informed of their activities and whereabouts at all X X times. • Delegates shall not use their own cars or ride in cars belonging to others during the X X conference unless accompanied by an authorized advisor. • Non-registered individuals will not be allowed at Conference activities. X X X X • Whether at the conference site or in public places, Delegates shall conduct themselves in X X X X such a manner as to not bring reproach to the organization or to themselves. • Curfew each night shall be midnight, and all delegates shall be in their rooms by X X curfew. • The approved hotel/motel shall assign certain rooms to male and female delegates. X X • Delegates will not be allowed in the rooms assigned to the opposite sex unless X X accompanied by an official conference advisor. • Delegates shall conduct themselves in a professional manner. X X X X • Delegates shall not participate or become involved in any way in the election process of the X other divisions.

When Alumni Division delegates serve or participate with any of its sister divisions at any official function, the Alumni delegates shall abide by the code of conduct established by that division(s).

* Source: Business Professionals of America Policies and Procedures Manual. Revised July 21, 2013 Passed by the Board of Trustees March 15, 2010

I. Penalties for Breaking Code of Conduct A. Secondary Division Delegates 1. Expulsion from conference: any use or possession of drugs or alcohol, damage to property done intentionally, and gross violation of male and female room regulations. 2. Disqualification from competition: violation of male and female room regulations. 3. Elimination of recognition at Awards Ceremony: violation of curfew or any other portion of the Code of Conduct. B. Post-secondary Division Delegates 1. Expulsion from conference: any use or possession of drugs by anyone or any use or possession of alcohol by minors, or intentionally causing damage to property. 2. Disqualification from competition: use of alcohol by those 21 and over at any NLC function. 3. Elimination of recognition at Awards Ceremony: for a violation of any other pertinent portion of the Code of Conduct. 64 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS OF AMERICA Title/Position . Held BPA Offices . . . TorchHighest . Award (Award Received Year): and . . . . . of YearsNumber . in BPA: . . . . . Advisor’s . Email: ...... Advisor’s Name: ...... Association:State Chapter (School): Email: Applicant’s Name: Applicant Make sure to provide complete to of recommendation. responses upload and letter all advisor the questions Instructions Application Leadership National Harbor, Conference in National present MD • Be at 2020 the completed be must returned and forms • All by Friday, April 1, 2020 organization the • AMiddle standing with Level in good member To eligible be for this program, applicants following the meet must requirements: Requirements Application ForDay A National (NOFAD) Officer Application Other BPA InvolvementandContribution: ofEvent Name year): each event each for completed competition of level highest the only list (please Events Competitive

...... Level Conference

.. Number: Advisor’s Phone Applicant’s Phone Number: Number: Applicant’s Phone Current Grade: . . . Place Year National Officer For A Day (NOFAD) Application (Cont.)

Essay Question #1: Of all of your BPA experiences, which has been the most influential or important to you and why? (100 character maximum)

Essay Question #2: What do you hope to learn by being a National Officer For A Day?: (100 character maximum) : 65 GUIDE PREVIEW CONFERENCE 2020

Essay Question #3: What qualities does a leader possess and how do you display those qualities in your own life? (100 character maximum)

Please include a Letter of Recommendation from your Advisor with your application. All applications must be submitted to the National Officer Team electronically.

Conference Floorplans

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Mezzanine Level Conference Floorplans

Third Floor

Atrium, Ballrooms, and Meeting Rooms 70 : BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS AMERICA OF Press Release Use this as a template for a press release about your chapter’s participation in the 2020 NLC

For Immediate Release

Contact Person: ______

Phone:______

Email:______

Address:______

City, State, ZIP:______

Date:______

Local Area Business Students Travel to National Harbor, MD to Participate in the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference.

Students from (school) will be attending the Business Professionals of America (BPA) 2019 National Leadership Conference, in National Harbor, MD, May 6-10, 2020 This year’s conference, supported by Apprenticeship.gov, will

bring together more than 6,000 conference delegates from across the nation to compete in national level business : 71 GUIDE PREVIEW CONFERENCE 2020 skills competitions and attend leadership development, workshops, general sessions, and national officer candidate campaigns and elections.

In addition to having the opportunity to compete on the national stage and learn from leading business professionals, students will have the opportunity to experience Washington, D.C. and the surrounding areas.

“Each year, the National Leadership Conference offers our students the opportunity to showcase their skills and compete against other students from across the country, and be recognized for their dedication and hard work they have put forth through the year,” said chapter advisor (advisor name), who teaches (class or course).

“This year, we have (number) students who have excelled throughout the year and will be representing our local chapter of Business Professionals of America from (school).”

Washington, D.C. (At this point tell about specific students’ involvement in competitive events, BPA Cares Awards, leadership training, Torch Awards, national officer campaign/election, etc.)

Business Professionals of America is the premier Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) for middle, high school, and college, level students preparing for careers in business, finance and management information systems and other related fields. The organization’s activities and programs complement classroom instruction by giving students practical experience through application of the skills learned at school. Business Professionals of America has the ability to enhance student participation in professional, civic, service and social endeavors. Members participate in these activities to accomplish goals of self-improvement, leadership development, professionalism, community service, career development, public relations, student cooperation and safety and health.

Business Professionals of America is aided in this endeavor with financial support from companies, and organizations such as: the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, Facebook, Reach and Teach, Stukent, Precision Exams, and Certiport. The generous support of the organization’s many partners facilitates scholarships, educational resources, professional development workshops, webinars and other opportunities for our students and educators and helps make BPA’s National Leadership Conference possible and successful.

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