IN-PERSON Competitive Event Judges - Collegiate 5/31, 6/1 & 6/2
Evaluate student presentations for FBLA's 100+ national competitions at the National Leadership Conference in Dallas, TX. Volunteers will receive training and be assigned presentations on-site. Volunteers must commit to the entire timeslot.
Three shifts available:
- 7 AM to 12 PM
- 12 PM to 5PM
- All-day 7 PM to 5 PM
Judging Orientation Email sent on 5/16/2025.
We are excited to welcome you as a volunteer at the 2025 FBLA National Leadership Conference!
To help you feel fully prepared for your volunteer experience, we’ve created a short Orientation Video (less than 5 minutes) that walks you through what to expect, how the judging process works, and tips for a successful day.
Watch the Orientation Video Here:2025 Judge Orientation Video
In this video, you'll learn:
What the judging experience looks like
How you’ll make a difference for FBLA students
Helpful tips for judges
Important day-of logistics
What’s Next?
A detailed “Know Before You Go” email will arrive in a few days with parking details, arrival instructions, and event logistics.
Please continue to check your email leading up to the event for important reminders.
If you have any questions after watching the video, don’t hesitate to reach out at competitiveevents@fbla.org or by calling 703-657-8190.
Thank you again for volunteering your time and expertise — we can't wait to see you soon!
Know Before You Go Email
- Arrive by start time of your shift at Sheraton Dallas Hotel located at 400 Olive St, Dallas, TX 75201.
- Park in the Sheraton Dallas Convention Center parking garage located on North Olive St in front of the hotel. Pull a parking ticket and bring it to registration for validation.
- Follow signs to the 38th Floor on 5/31 and 6/1 or the 37th Floor on 6/2 of the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. You'll receive your materials and attend brief onsite training.
- Students are in business professional dress; please dress similarly.
- Stay for your full assigned shift.
- Please bring a fully charged device for online scoring.
- Come fueled up for a fast-paced day! Beverages and light snacks will be provided during mid-morning and afternoon breaks.
- A complimentary lunch is provided for all day volunteers. If you have dietary restrictions, please reply and let us know.
- We’re almost to our goal for volunteers. Invite your personal and professional networks! Registration: www.fbla.org/volunteer
- Not able to volunteer anymore? Unregister for this event in your volunteer portal account.