Published on January 13, 2026
In December, students in our High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club competed at the Regional Leadership Conference.
Students competed in various business-related competitions where they took objective tests, gave presentations, participated in interviews, and/or a combination of each. For the regional competition, students competed against local schools, including Hempfield, Elizabethtown, Cocalico, Donegal, and more.
The competition took place on December 19th, where 24 of our high school competitors who participated as individuals and/or teams qualified to move on to the State Leadership Conference happening in Hershey, PA, in April.
“I am extremely proud of all the competitors for putting in the work to study and prepare for their competitions.” - Kimberly Speece, FBLA Advisor
Congratulations to the following students who participated (listed by competition):
Event Description: “Accounting challenges competitors to demonstrate their understanding of fundamental accounting principles through an objective test. This event introduces members to key concepts such as financial statements, journal entries, and the accounting cycle, encouraging exploration of careers in accounting and finance.”
Student Name(s): Laykin Rudy (11th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Advertising challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of advertising principles and strategies through an objective test. This event explores topics such as media planning, branding, consumer behavior, and promotional techniques used to effectively reach target audiences.”
Student Name(s): Brady Lausch (11th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Cameron Bock (11th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Broadcast Journalism challenges members to showcase their communication, storytelling, and production skills by creating and delivering a professional news broadcast. Competitors will research, script, and produce a cohesive news segment, culminating in a live presentation evaluated by a panel of judges.”
Student Name(s): Aryella Montalvo (11th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Jocelyn Arellano-Herrera (10th Grade); Neviah LaSala (10th Grade); Evelyn LeDrew (10th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Business Ethics recognizes members who can analyze and present solutions to ethical dilemmas commonly faced in the business world. This event includes an individual objective test, a written report, and a presentation, allowing members to explore ethical decision-making, integrity, and corporate responsibility.”
Student Name(s): Isabella George (10th Grade) and Lucy White (10th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifiers
Event Description: “Business Management challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of core management principles through an objective test and a role play scenario. Members apply their knowledge to real-world business situations involving planning, organizing, leading, and decision-making within an organizational setting.”
Student Name(s): Collin Bernstein (12th Grade); Owen Gebhard (12th Grade); Ryker Geesaman (12th Grade)
Place: 4th
Student Name(s): Lily Kilgore (12th Grade); Alivia Myers (12th Grade)
Place: 5th
Event Description: “Business Law challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of the legal system and its impact on business operations through an objective test. This event covers topics such as contracts, ethics, employment law, and consumer protection, encouraging members to explore the legal foundations of business.”
Student Name(s): Carter Walls (12th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Vanessa Mysak (11th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Customer Service allows members to demonstrate their ability to deliver exceptional service in a professional setting. Competitors engage with internal and external customers by answering inquiries, resolving issues, and promoting positive customer experiences. This event includes an objective test and a role play scenario to assess both knowledge and real-time interaction skills.”
Student Name(s): Madi Salmi (12th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Addie Hartman (12th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Bryn Miller (12th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Economics challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of key economic concepts and principles through an objective test. This event covers topics such as supply and demand, market structures, fiscal and monetary policy, and the global economy, encouraging members to explore how economic forces shape the world.”
Student Name(s): Olivia Fleming (11th Grade)
Place: 7th
Event Description: “Entrepreneurship challenges members to demonstrate their knowledge of what it takes to start and manage a successful business. Through an objective test and a role play scenario, members apply entrepreneurial concepts such as business planning, innovation, risk management, and strategic decision-making.”
Student Name(s): Carson Kramer (11th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Event Planning allows members to demonstrate their knowledge of the event planning industry by developing and presenting a plan for a real event. Members showcase their skills in organization, budgeting, promotion, and logistics through a live presentation.”
Student Name(s): Sara Hassona (12th Grade); Camryn Lobb (12th Grade)
Place: 3rd
Event Description: “Graphic Design allows members to showcase their creativity and technical skills by developing original visual content. Members present their designs and explain the development process to a panel of judges, demonstrating their understanding of design principles, software tools, and effective visual communication.”
Student Name(s): Kason Mentzer (11th Grade) and Payton Zimmerman (11th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Healthcare Administration challenges members to demonstrate their knowledge of medical terminology, office procedures, and administrative functions within a healthcare setting. Through an objective test, members explore the skills and knowledge essential to supporting efficient and effective healthcare operations.”
Student Name(s): Emma Johnsen (12th Grade)
Place: 7th
Student Name(s): Anna Sapp (12th Grade)
Place: 10th
Event Description: “Hospitality & Event Management challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of the hospitality industry and event planning through an objective test and a role play scenario. Members apply their knowledge in areas such as customer service, operations, logistics, and marketing to solve real-world business situations.”
Student Name(s): Stella Ashcroft (10th Grade); Kinsey Swords (10th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifiers
Student Name(s): Emma Adams (10th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Abby Long (10th Grade); Lexi Zimmerman (10th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Introduction to Business Communication challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of fundamental communication skills in a business setting through an objective test. This event introduces concepts such as written and verbal communication, digital messaging, and professional etiquette used to share information within and outside an organization.”
Student Name(s): Alaina Depaul (9th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Introduction to Business Concepts allows members to demonstrate their knowledge of foundational business principles through an objective test. This event introduces members to key business functions such as management, marketing, finance, and operations, encouraging a broad understanding of how businesses operate.”
Student Name(s): Kyra Kramer (10th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Madelyn Cappoli (9th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Lily Phillips (10th Grade)
Place: 5th
Event Description: “Introduction to Public Speaking gives members the opportunity to develop and deliver a speech on a designated topic. This event helps members build confidence, organize ideas, and strengthen their verbal communication skills through a live presentation.”
Student Name(s): Levi Sell (10th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Introduction to Social Media Strategy allows members to develop and present a marketing strategy centered around a single social media platform. Members demonstrate their understanding of audience engagement, content creation, and campaign effectiveness through a live presentation.”
Student Name(s): Chloe Levan (10th Grade); Cana Strayer (10th Grade)
Place: 3rd
Event Description: “Job Interview challenges members to develop professional job application materials and demonstrate effective interviewing skills. This event includes pre-judged résumé and cover letter, along with a live interview to evaluate communication, poise, and readiness for the workplace.”
Student Name(s): Troy Hikins (10th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Desmond Irwin (9th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Marketing challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of marketing concepts and strategies through an objective test and a role play scenario. Members apply their knowledge in areas such as market research, branding, promotion, and customer engagement to solve real-world business challenges.”
Student Name(s): Lailonie Lopez (9th Grade); Jordan Nevarez (9th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Project Management challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of key project management concepts through an objective test. This event covers areas such as planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and team coordination, reflecting the skills needed to successfully lead and execute projects in a business setting.”
Student Name(s): Sophia Dombach (12th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Gete Reinfried (12th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Calli Martin (12th Grade)
Place: 4th
Event Description: “Public Administration & Management challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of how government functions and its role in society through an objective test. This event explores topics such as public policy, organizational structure, budgeting, and the intersection of political and economic systems.”
Student Name(s): Lillia Bromirski (12th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Real Estate challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of the real estate industry through an objective test. Members are assessed on key concepts such as property law, real estate finance, market analysis, sales strategies, and ethical practices. This event encourages exploration of the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the real estate sector successfully.”
Student Name(s): James Kiiru (11th Grade)
Place: 4th
Student Name(s): Logan Kramer (11th Grade)
Place: 5th
Student Name(s): Logan Muñoz (11th Grade)
Place: 6th
Event Description: “Social Media Strategies allows members to develop and present a comprehensive marketing campaign using multiple social media platforms. Members demonstrate their ability to engage audiences, create cohesive content, and analyze platform performance through a strategic and creative presentation.”
Student Name(s): Jordan Hench (12th Grade); Nicholas Kreck (12th Grade)
Place: 2nd
State Qualifier
Event Description: “Sports & Entertainment Management challenges members to demonstrate their understanding of the business aspects of the sports and entertainment industries. Through an objective test and a role play scenario, members apply knowledge in areas such as marketing, event planning, sponsorship, and financial management within this dynamic field.”
Student Name(s): Trent Goodhart (11th Grade); Chase Moline (11th Grade); Michael Pluta (11th Grade)
Place: 3rd
State Qualifier
Student Name(s): Karys Craver (12th Grade)
Place: 5th
Student Name(s): Madelyn Myers (12th Grade); Piper Smith (12th Grade); Adriana Kolawa (12th Grade)
Place: 7th
Event Description: “Visual Design allows members to showcase their creativity and technical skills by developing original visual content. Members present their designs to a panel of judges, demonstrating their use of design principles, visual communication techniques, and the creative process behind their work.”
Student Name(s): Riley Arnold (11th Grade); Sydney Lee (11th Grade)
Place: 1st
State Qualifier
These 60 students had an incredible showing in the various competitions and represented Warwick well. We wish our state qualifiers luck and can’t wait to see how they do in April!
More information on the National FBLA organization can be found on their website here.