WHAT IS LOT®?
Since its inception in 1991, the NBMBAA® Leaders of Tomorrow® Program has mentored more than 8,000 talented youth aspiring to leadership roles in professional fields. The LOT® Program is a comprehensive programmatic approach for providing leadership development to high school students. The program is driven by mentoring across four developmental areas: Leadership, Financial Literacy, College Preparation and Career Preparation. The program offers participants resources, knowledge and opportunities in the way of mentoring relationships, scholarships, and internships.
BUILDING LEADERS
A NETWORK OF SUPPORTERS
UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
EARN SCHOLARSHIPS
Learn, Develop, and Practice the skills to become a successful leader
Create a strong network of motivated peers who will support you
From the Leadership Summit to the Tech Tour and local opportunities, LOT® is an exciting program
The LOT® Program offers many scholarship opportunities for participants
Dallas/ Fort Worth’s Leaders of Tomorrow®
STUDENTS
CURRICULUM
7-MONTH PROGRAM
NATIONAL CASE COMPETITION
DFW STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-12 ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE LOT PROGRAM
LEADERSHIP, FINANCIAL LITERACY, SOCIAL MEDIA SAVVY, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ETIQUETTE, TIME-MANAGEMENT
MONTHLY MEETINGS AT LOCAL UNIVERSITIES OR CORPORATE FACILITIES
WINNERS 2018, 2016, 2011, 2010
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
LOT® strives to teach each participant fundamental leadership skills and provide you with opportunities to practice and refine these abilities. Themes include:
- Defining Leadership
- Personal Branding
- Identifying Passions
- Public Speaking
- Speeches
- Mentorship
- Social Action
- Community Service
FINANCIAL LITERACY
LOT® strives to instill financial responsibility with real-world examples. Themes include:
- Setting Goals
- Budgeting
- Store Simulation
- Banking 101
- Investments
- Financial Off-site Discussions
- Credit vs. Debt
- Product Management
- Business Presentations
- Entrepreneurship
COLLEGE PREPARATION
LOT® helps prepare for higher education with tips, test prep, and on-campus experiences. Themes include:
- Academic Success
- Interest Assessments
- College Visits
- PSAT Prep
- ACT Prep
- Major/Minor Selections
- College Selection Process
- College Applications
CAREER PREPARATION
LOT® exposes you to potential career paths, provides expert mentors, and enables real-world experiences. Themes include:
- Personal Future
- Potential Careers
- Strengths, Interests, and Values
- Networking
- Application Process
- Interviewing
- Work Behavior
- Resume Creation
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