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This year judges are needed to pregrade pre-recorded presentations AND judge Live finals with our students on January 18 at Reedy High School.

You don't have to judge both parts if that does not work with your schedule, but we would love it if you can judge both parts.

Students will take this feedback from you the judge to prepare for the next level of competition, our State Leadership Conference taking place in Dallas Texas in March of 2025. (Heads up, we are looking for judges for that conference too!)

We will be in Corpus Christi from Feb 27 to March 2, 2025 for our State Leadership Conference. Mark your calendars to assist us as judges. More details and the link to sign up will be posted at  https://bpa.org/texas/opportunities/.

If you’d like more information, please contact our Judges Coordinator, Sharon Shuler at shuler.sharon@gmail.com

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 Initial Case Study Topic: Ellie has always had a passion for gold jewelry and has decided to turn her hobby into a small business. For the past several years, Ellie has been selling her gold jewelry at trade shows and online. Ellie has
received interest from several partners who want to place large orders and carry her products as part of their permanent collections. Ellie has been operating her business as a hobby but has decided that now
is the time to create a small business and operate it full-time. Ellie does not know much about the
different types of business organizations and would like your advice on what type of business she should
start. Ellie will be investing $100,000 of her own money into the business, in addition to contributing
equipment worth $400,000. Ellie estimates that this equipment still has 10 years of life left and
estimates that she will be able to sell it for $40,000 at the end of that time. Ellie has also secured a
$500,000 loan from First Bank with an annual interest rate of 5% for 10 years.

More details will be shared with judges who sign up.

Topic: Investigate the economic impact of digital streaming services on traditional media. In your
response, consider the following:

• Effects on revenue and market share of traditional media
• Influence on consumer media consumption habits
• Changes in advertising strategies and business models
• Role of technology and innovation in media delivery
• Impact on content creation and distribution
• Long-term trends in media industry dynamics

Topic: Explain the primary objectives of monetary policy and discuss the tools central banks use to
achieve these objectives. Evaluate the effectiveness of these tools in managing inflation and promoting
economic stability, providing real-world examples to support your argument.

In your response, consider the following:

• the main tools used by central banks to implement monetary policy, including open market
  operations, the discount rate, and reserve requirements.
• criticisms regarding the effectiveness and possible unintended consequences of central banks
• future challenges and opportunities for central banks

Topic: The importance of business etiquette in the workplace is multi-faceted and contributes
significantly to the success and functions of any organization. Business etiquette involves a set of
behaviors and expectations that facilitate respectful and effective interactions among colleagues,
clients, and stakeholders. Explain in detail how you would train a new administrative assistant on Digital
Solutions’ employee expectations regarding this topic.

More details will be shared with judges who sign up.

Topic:  Java Junction, headquartered in Maplewood, New Jersey, is a growing coffee shop chain with
three existing locations. They plan to expand and open three more locations within a few years. Each is a
miniature shack in the parking lots of larger businesses. The new locations are looking into migrating to
a retail/restaurant space with the other three locations. Their organization and unification of their
computer network are nonexistent. Java Junction seeks contracts to redesign and build a current
network design to support its existing locations and add additional locations to industry standards and
current specifications. Hoping to provide that warm and inviting coffee shop atmosphere where coffee
enthusiasts can seek a cozy retreat with the expresso sounds to read an eBook, but also can provide
space for customers to continue their daily work outside the office. Additionally, it caters to the students
and patrons busy with study, seeking inspiration for their next adventure.

As a part of their business expansion plan, they would like to update their Java Junction shacks with
better network infrastructure, providing a reliable and secure connection to these locations and a state-
of-the-art network infrastructure to carry them forward.

More details will be shared with judges who sign up.

Topic: A new energy drink called, ChargedUp has contacted you to design all the brand images and packaging for this new drink. You will need to create the following:

• Logo with tagline (Max out Your Day)
• Design full wrap around for the 16 oz. aluminum can. Packaging must include barcode,
• nutritional facts, ingredients, manufactured in the USA, and an energy drink warning label
• Design a fridge pack for four (4) energy drinks. Packaging must include barcode, nutritional facts,
• ingredients, manufactured in the USA, and an energy drink warning label
• Design a Point of Purchase display/shelf stand

Topic: Create a one to two (1:00 – 2:00) minute public service announcement (PSA) about anti-bullying, mental health awareness, or an environmental issue. This video must have an impactful message, a call to action, an opening graphic, and educational content.

Topic: Your challenge is to model the interior of a living room designed for a military veteran who uses a wheelchair. Your design should include furniture, lighting, and decor to ensure the space is fully accessible and functional. The layout must allow the veteran to easily navigate and utilize all parts of the room, providing both comfort and independence. Focus on innovative solutions and thoughtful design to create a welcoming and practical environment.

Topic: Create a three to five (3:00 - 5:00) minute informative video showcasing the farm-to-table movement, the journey of food from its origins on a local farm to its final destination on a plate. If you do not have access to a local farm, you can incorporate a local community garden or farmer's market. The video should capture the following aspects:

• Introduce a local farm, community garden or farmer’s market. Highlight the farmers, community garden or farmer’s market and their sustainable practices
• Illustrate the distribution process including transportation and logistics involved in getting the food from the farm, community garden or farmer’s market to our food supply chain.
• Capture the end-user experience focusing on families or individuals purchasing and preparing a meal using farm-sourced ingredients
• Include interviews with experts relating to the farm industry, community garden, or farmer’s market and/or consumers about their views on the importance of eating locally sourced food

Topic: A local up-and-coming rock band, Stage Fright, has contracted your team to create a website for them. Your site must include, but is not limited to:

• About – Write a description of the band along with profiles for each band member, their music, and how the band got started
• Tour Dates – Create a schedule of dates and locations with online ticket purchasing
• Merch (swag) – Create a page with your choice of merchandise for the band to sell along with purchasing options
• Contact Us – Include a booking link, email link, and customer service link

Topic: The government is developing plans to establish a colony on Mars. Your team has been selected to create a detailed animation mockup of a future Martian city. The mockup should include housing, innovative buildings, transportation systems, and public spaces. Showcase how humans might live, work, and thrive on the Red Planet, highlighting cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.

Topic: Create a three to five (3:00 - 5:00) minute news broadcast containing a weather segment, a teaser, and a story that is informative and engaging to help educate teenagers on essential financial knowledge and the steps they can take now to secure a successful financial future. The video should highlight important financial concepts such as:

• Saving
• Investing
• Budgeting
• Understanding credit

Topic: Create a three to five (3:00 - 5:00) minute podcast discussing social media trends and their impact on teen culture. Explore topics such as TikTok challenges and/or the rise of social media influencers and how social media shapes opinions.

Topic:  Develop a digital shopping platform tailored to support a new cafe opening in your hometown called The Brew Barn. Your design must include the following:

• Responsive website mockup
• Mobile app mockup
• Social media campaign mockup (teams can choose the social media platform of their choice)

Suggestion user experiences to include:

• Allow users to easily browse drinks and other menu items, accumulate rewards for purchasing menu items and merchandise, and review items to earn free rewards.
• Highlight new specialty drinks and menu items and upcoming events for a season of your choice.
• Integrate social media features to enhance customer engagement and provide a platform for small businesses to connect with their customers.

Topic: Your team has been tasked with designing a set of vintage-inspired items promoting a contemporary school or community event in your area. The team must create a minimum of four (4) items, and one must be a poster outlining the specifics of the event, including name, date, time and location. Other items could include event logos, programs, tickets, event merchandise, etc.

Topic: Background: VisionVR is an imaginative “fictitious” and forward-thinking virtual reality (VR) entertainment company founded by local entrepreneur, Emily Vision. With an unwavering commitment to immersive experiences, VisionVR is on a mission to redefine entertainment through cutting-edge VR technology, crafting unforgettable adventures for consumers. Since its inception, VisionVR has garnered acclaim for its ingenuity and dedication to delivering extraordinary virtual experiences. Now, poised for growth, VisionVR is exploring the prospect of expanding into the domestic market.

Task: Your marketing team has been hired to devise a comprehensive marketing plan for VisionVR's domestic expansion. Within the next one to three years, VisionVR is striving to establish a presence in a U.S. city of your choosing, with ambitions for international expansion within five to seven years.

Additionally, your team will deliver a polished presentation encompassing the research findings and strategic recommendations for VisionVR. This presentation will serve as a catalyst to showcase your team's insights and proposed strategies to key stakeholders within the company, effectively communicating the value of the marketing plan and instilling confidence in VisionVR's future growth and prosperity. Prepare to articulate and defend your recommendations from a marketing standpoint, leveraging the power of marketing expertise to propel VisionVR towards success in the competitive landscape of virtual entertainment.

Develop an operating plan and organizational structure to initiate a small business. Competitors are to assume they are presenting/pitching their business plan to potential investors with the objective of securing financing for their business venture.

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Initial Case Study Topic: Innovation Retail, a well-established chain of brick-and-mortar retail stores, is grappling with declining sales due to the surge in e-commerce. The stores, located in a city of 550,000 people, employ eight full-time employees at each of their four locations located in different parts of the city. The hours of operation at each store are Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., and closed on Sunday.

Over the past two years, in-store sales have dropped significantly: by 27% at store 1, 24% at store 2, and 19% at store 3. At the fourth store’s location, there was a slight increase in sales of 15%. CEO Matthew Lawrence has decided to embark on a digital transformation project to integrate online and offline shopping experiences, tasking project manager Monroe Lewis and his team with leading this initiative.

However, due to the continued decrease in sales and multiple attempts to generate additional income, discussions are now taking place about potentially cutting employees at each location. Even though total sales decreased at three stores, each full-time salesperson was paid a 20% commission on every purchase plus a bonus.

More details will be shared with judges who sign up.

The contestant will draw two (2) different business topics and will select either one. The topics may deal with Business Professionals of America, office situations, the business world, etc. Contestants will have 10 minutes to prepare a 2-4 minute speech.

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The contestant will be given a human resource management scenario. The scenario may deal with office situations, workplace issues, legal matters, etc. The contestant will be provided twenty (20) minutes to develop the presentation.

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The contestant will be given an ethical or professionalism scenario. Explore the application of ethical frameworks to various aspects used in business today. The contestant will be provided twenty (20) minutes to develop the presentation.

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Each contestant is to select a topic related to business, entrepreneurship, or Business Professionals of America, and develop an oral presentation of no less than five (5) and no more than seven (7) minutes.

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Demonstrate the use of correct parliamentary procedure through a chairperson’s ability to conduct a business meeting in a democratic manner that allows the members of the team to effectively participate. Examine the team’s knowledge of parliamentary procedure through oral questions and the objective test.

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Topic: Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), such as BPA, are pivotal in shaping students' personal and professional development. Engaging in these organizations provides a dynamic platform for honing essential skills like leadership, communication, and teamwork, fostering growth through hands-on experiences and competitive events. Moreover, BPA offers invaluable networking opportunities, connecting students with industry professionals and alumni, potentially leading to mentorship and job prospects. However, the decision to join or not join BPA is influenced by various factors, including the perceived benefits and drawbacks of involvement, individual priorities, personal circumstances, and additional considerations such as time commitment, financial costs, stress management, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Your task is to create a presentation based on both research and personal experience that uncovers the factors influencing student involvement in BPA to empower future members to make informed decisions about joining BPA and maximize their experience within the organization.

Points to consider include but are not limited to:

• Perceived benefits (pros) and drawbacks (cons) of BPA involvement
• Importance of leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
• Networking opportunities and potential mentorship/job prospects
• Time commitment and financial costs associated with membership and participation
• Stress management and coping strategies
• Strategies for maximizing the BPA experience

Topic: Imagine your team is tasked with delivering a presentation on a topic shaping our world: Artificial Intelligence (AI). Your mission? Craft a 7-10-minute presentation exploring AI's impact on society. As a team, you will need to conduct thorough research to uncover real-world examples and statistics that illustrate how AI is transforming industries, reshaping labor markets, and raising important ethical questions.

Points to consider include but are not limited to:

• Impact of AI on job markets
• Ethical considerations of AI algorithms
• Privacy concerns related to AI technology
• Societal changes resulting from increased automation

Topic: The healthcare system is currently experiencing an increase in mental health-related issues such as patient anxiety and staff burnout. Create a presentation for the Board of Directors at a nearby hospital proposing they establish an animal-assisted program to benefit patients and staff.