Submitted photo Bethany and Nathaniel Janssen of New Ulm are pictured at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America conference in Anaheim, CA., this past month.

ANAHEIM, CA – Bethany and Nathaniel Janssen of New Ulm were a part of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America’s (FCCLA) largest National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California June 30-July 4. More than 8,700 attendees gathered to expand leadership skills, sharpen talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers.

This year’s conference theme encouraged participants to “Believe in Yourself”. Bethany Janssen represent ed Minnesota as a National Officer Candidate where she was a part of the 20 semifinalists. Nathaniel Janssen took part in a Disney Leadership Academy. Attendees also had the opportunity to learn about potential career and college opportunities at the EXPO, and interact with leaders from across the nation.

“It is always inspiring to watch so many young leaders come together and realize their full potential through competition, career training, and leadership workshops,” said Sandy Spavone, Executive Director of FCCLA. “This National Leadership Conference was a great success thanks to the National Board of Directors, National Staff, National Executive Council and their advisers, as well as the students, advisers, and organization’s supporters.”