Oregon Leadership Institute! In case you missed it.....

Hello Again! This week, it’s all about OLI!

OLI was held in Eugene, Oregon at the Valley River Inn. OLI was really fun (as usual for an FBLA conference), but this time we were joined by Oregon DECA.

We started off with a few laughs and some mutual “poking fun” at both organizations. We welcomed everyone, discussed our fundraisers, and Jordan made quite a show out of our ‘Code of Conduct’ piece. It was quite funny… (When you see him at state, ask him about it.)

The opening session was followed by three workshop sessions. There was a crazy array of workshop sessions to choose from. Everything from college admissions to chapter operations!

After that there was two hours of chapter time, and then on to the famed Etiquette Dinner! Goodness, that was a blast! Many of the ladies (your state officer team included) choose to don the formal gowns for dinner, while other opted for the always appropriate, professional wear. Our favorite ‘southern bell’ Amy Gallimore was our facilitator for the evening. We had the opportunity to have many of our etiquette questions answered while in a fun, easygoing, atmosphere.

After that was a Presidents Council meeting and we followed that with the dance, and then it was lights out!

The next day was great with the miracle minute, then an organization dance-off, and then a Leadership Adventure Session. (Yes, it was as awesome as it all sounds.) The morning was a high-adrenaline, crazy fun, great time!

When it was time to leave, and say goodbye, we had Amy Gallimore close it out. We also announced the winner of our little ‘competition’.

Who won between DECA and FBLA?

FBLA of course!!

It was great, and I hope to see you there next year!

As always- Keep in touch!