FBLA Career Connections Conference
Collegiate | Atlanta, Georgia
The FBLA Collegiate Career Connections Conference is a fast paced, high-impact program focused on connecting talented individuals with leading employers. This is not just a meet and greet conference, it’s about getting what it takes to succeed in a challenging job market—interviewing techniques, building your personal brand, and navigating your early career.

Dates
October 17-19, 2024
Conference Venue
Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory Area
2000 Century Blvd NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
Conference Registration
Registration Fee:
Full Conference Registration Fee: $115
Friday Day Pass: $70
Features and Benefits
Benefits
- Refine your personal brand with resume reviews and mock interviews
- Hear from young professionals regarding what to expect as you search for a job and after you land a job
- Network with both members of the business community and like-minded students from around the country
- Leave with a professional headshot that can be used on your LinkedIn or resume
- Prep for the real world by competing in case study competitions
What's Included
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14 hours of professional development programming
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Lunch on Friday
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Networking Reception on Friday
- Professional Headshot
Planning Your Career Connections Trip
Registration (Atlanta)
- Registration Highlights
- Registration Checklist & Instructions
- Payment Instructions
- Accident Insurance (Optional)
- Cancelation Policy
- Legacy Lifetime Professional Division Registration
Important Dates
Registration Opens: September 5, 2024
Registration Closes: October 8, 2024
Payment Receipt Deadline: October 20, 2024
Registration Link
Registration Fees
Full Conference Registration Fee: $115
Friday Day Pass – $70
*Registration fees applies to students, advisers, and chaperones.
Note for High School Students
High School Seniors are invited to attend the conference through the Friday Day Pass. High School members must be accompanied by a chaperone as outlined in FBLA’s Chaperone Policy.
What is included in the registration fee?
- 14 hours of professional development programming
- Lunch on Friday
- Networking Reception on Friday
- Professional Headshot
- Career Showcase
- Network & Unwind Social on Thursday
Pre-Checklist
In order to successfully register for the conference, you will need the following information for each attendee that you are planning to register:
- Full Name
- Preferred Pronouns
- Email Address
- Cell Phone Number
- Special Accommodation & Dietary Requests
- Accident Insurance Opt-In
- Case Competition Opt-In
- Resume
- Registration
- Instructions
Registration will take place in FBLA Connect. Registration will open on September 5th.
Please be sure to review the policies on this page before submitting your registration.
Payment Options: Credit card, check, or purchase order.
Payment Deadline: October 20, 2024
*If a purchase order is used, payment for that PO must be received prior to the conference start date.
Payment by Check:
All checks should be made payable to FBLA and mailed to the address below:
Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.
PO Box 79063
Baltimore, MD 21279
Confirmation E-Mail:
Please confirm that the attendee information on the Order Confirmation email which was sent to you immediately after completing the registration process is correct.
If you find an error, please login to FBLA Connect to fix your error.
If you need additional assistance, please email [email protected].
Accident Insurance is optional.
FBLA can provide optional accident insurance for your attendees for $2.00 per person. It can be purchased during the registration process.
Accident insurance is available from Federal Insurance Company. Those who purchase this insurance will be covered while in attendance at the NFLC, including travel directly to and from the conference. Coverage begins at the actual start of the trip to the NFLC and continues on a 24-hour basis during the trip. It ends when attendees return to their permanent residences. Benefits include up to $25,000 for accidental death or dismemberment and up to $2,500 for accidental excess medical expenses. The maximum limit of insurance is $500,000 per accident. Coverage is subject to the full terms and conditions in the master policy. Insurance is not available for onsite registrants and there are no refunds.
Please note: This is accident insurance; it does not cover illnesses not related to an accident. Sunburn is not classified as an accident. For a claim against this policy, notify the FBLA National Center in writing for verification of coverage and claim information.
Please email Robert Smothers, [email protected], with all refund and/or cancellation requests by October 15, 2024. A 50% penalty will be applied if you cancel before October 15th. There will be no refunds after October 15, 20241
*Please Note: Any requests for refunds after payment has been made will result in a cancellation fee.
Advisers or chaperones that are Legacy Lifetime Professional Members should request their complimentary registration by emailing [email protected] or call FBLA National Center 703.657.8188 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET to register.
Questions? Email [email protected] – no phone calls please.
Hotel
Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory Area
Address: 2000 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
Room Rate: $145 before taxes and fees
*Rooms subject to a 16.5% sales/occupancy tax and a $5 GA occupancy fee.
Deadline to Book: September 25, 2024
Parking: Guests staying at the hotel will have a discounted parking fee of $5 per night.
Tentative Schedule
Thursday, October 17
1:30-2:00 PM: Kick-Off
2:00-5:00 PM: Resume Reviews, Career Speed Networking, and Career Showcase & Expo
7:00-10:00 PM: Network & Unwind Social
Friday, October 18
9:00 AM-3:30 PM: Workshops & Panels; Lunch provided
3:30-4:30 PM: Networking Reception
6:00-8:30 PM: Bowlero Social (Optional – Additional purchase required)
Saturday, October 19
8:00 AM-12:00 PM: Case Competition; Workshops & Panels; Headshots
12:00-12:30 PM: Closing Session
Conference Policies
Business Case Competition
FBLA’s Business Case Competition challenges college students to develop strategic solutions to real-world business scenarios. Participants collaborate in teams, presenting their innovative ideas to industry professionals and gaining valuable insights into business strategy and problem-solving.
View the Business Case Competition guidelines here.
Details of CCC Competitive Events
- Competitors must register for and attend the CCC
- Competitors must be pre-registered for the competition. There will be no on-site registration.
*No refunds available.
Career Connections Conference Attendees
*Friday Day Pass attendees NOT eligible
Saturday morning of the Career Connections Conference (CCC)
No, registrations are open to any Collegiate member
The case competition and rating sheet will be emailed to registered competitors by October 10th.
The competition schedule will be emailed to all participants no later than Friday at 10 am during the Career Connections Conference.
Yes, the top three teams will be recognized at the CCC Closing Session with a medal.
The Business Case Competition is a fall-only competition.
Bowlero Social
Join us for a night of fun, food, and friendship at Bowlero! Don’t miss this chance to unwind, connect, and make unforgettable memories with FBLA Collegiate members from coast to coast.
Cost Per Person: $50
- 🎳 Two hours of bowling (shoe rental included)— show off your strikes and spares!
- 🎮 $10 arcade card — game on in the arcade!
- 🍕 All-you-can-eat dinner and soft drinks — fuel up for fun!
- 🚍 Transportation to and from the event — stress-free travel, so you can focus on the fun!
Ready to roll? Secure your spot during conference registration — let’s bowl, play, and network the night away!
