Business Professionals of America Illinois Association Fact Sheet

These flashcards summarize key terms and definitions related to the Business Professionals of America Illinois Association, including leadership awards, emblem symbolism, and organizational events.

Business Professionals of America (BPA)

An organization for students in Middle School, High School, and Post-secondary Schools focusing on developing personal leadership and business skills.

Illinois Association

A state-level organization under BPA for Illinois students interested in business education and leadership.

Lead Award Scholarship

Renamed in honor of Rita Brake, recognizing outstanding student leadership within the BPA.

Special Olympics

The state service project for BPA, promoting community service and involvement.

Torch Awards program

A recognition program within BPA, rewarding members in four categories: Executive, Diplomat, Statesman, and Ambassador.

Four points of the BPA emblem

Represent ambition, leadership, sociability, and poise as essential traits of business professionals.

Workplace Skills Assessment Program

A program providing business students with opportunities to demonstrate workplace skills learned in business education.

National Leadership Conference

An annual BPA event for members to showcase skills and compete, scheduled for May 2026 in Nashville, TN.

Ron Ciastko Outstanding Advisor Award

An award presented annually at the SLC to recognize an outstanding advisor within the BPA.

National BPA Emblem

Signifies honor, dignity, and the importance of business in America; includes elements representing leadership and service.