4.06 Committees

A well-organized chapter will have several committees functioning at all times. Members generally join FBLA because they want to become involved in the activities of the organization. Having every member on one of several committees ensures that each member will be involved. The committee operates under the leadership of the chairperson. The chairperson should be appointed by the chapter president.

Standing Committees. Most FBLA chapters have a number of standing committees. A standing committee usually exists for the duration of the term of the chapter president. Usually, standing committees have a continuing task relative to the long-term operation of the chapter. Examples of standing committees are social, finance, and program.

Special Committees. A special or ad hoc committee is appointed for a specific job and has a time limit in which to complete the assignment. When the job is completed, the committee should be dismissed.

Suggested Committees:

Professional Development:

• Finds guest speakers for meetings; coordinates business tours and social activities.

Recruitment/Membership:

• Tracks membership data for the chapter and develops ideas for increasing membership numbers., including planning recruitment and retention activities.

Community Service:

• Facilitates chapter’s community involvement by coordinating service activities.

Fundraising:

• Plans chapter fundraisers in support of chapter activities, such as conferences, seminars, travel.

Social:

• Organization extra-curricular activities for the chapter.

Publicity:

• Leads publicity efforts and external communication for the chapter.

Competitive Events:

• Promotes information about competitive events to members.

Awards:

• Researches award opportunities for the chapter and its members.