FCCLA Faces
Youth Leaders
“How is FCCLA preparing you for a career in hospitality and tourism?” Laura Ervin McCracken County High School FCCLA, KY “In the future, I plan to work at a nonprofit organization as a marketing or business director. In order to do my job well, it’s important that I’m familiar with hospitality. FCCLA provides skills such as communication, awareness, and character development through its various national programs. These programs encourage me to face obstacles and to overcome adversity and differences, recognizing and encouraging hospitality among all people! I am positive that I will be prepared to work at a hospitable nonprofit organization once I begin my career.”
Drew Minnis Chillicothe FCCLA, MO “FCCLA has provided me the Ultimate Leadership Experience. Through training I’ve learned the 10 to 5 rule. If someone is 10 feet way, make eye contact and greet them. If someone is 5 feet away, a gesture or acknowledgment is needed. No matter your career choice, FCCLA will help you so you can have the necessary skills to be your best. I went from a scared little 7th grader to a regional president all because of FCCLA.”
Andrew Moreno Newport Harbor High School FCCLA, CA “FCCLA has a lot of Competitive Events, so I feel like I’ll have a hands-on experience if culinary is something I do. FCCLA is also helping me see what culinary arts as a career would be like.”
Red Jacket, Red Hot Future What career are you interested in pursuing? Hospitality
What’s your story in the hospitality industry?
I’ve been working on a campground since I was 13 years old. Three years ago, I joined the Olive Garden family, and I’ve been there ever since.
What makes you want to pursue a degree in this field?
Interacting with guests makes me happy, and taking care of them makes me comfortable. It makes me feel accomplished.
What do you hope to do with your degree? I want to run my own restaurant.
How have your Family and Consumer Science classes helped you prepare to pursue your career?
Taking nutrition, wellness, culinary, and hospitality classes has helped me learn how to run and take care of a business.
Chris Addison Page County High, VA