FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for college and careers in business, and business-related fields. Through FBLA, members gain the competitive edge for career and/or college success. By taking advantage of the many programs FBLA offers, students acquire the skills that set them apart from the average high school student. Members learn through participating in a variety of activities that help them build their skills, while contributing to the improvement of the community in which they live, their school, and their chapter. There are currently over 250,000 members nationwide.