LEADERS OF TOMORROW
What is Leaders of Tomorrow (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 five developmental areas: Leadership, Financial Literacy, College Preparation, Career Preparation and Life Skills. The program offers participants resources, knowledge and opportunities in the way of mentoring relationships, scholarships, and internships
Leaders of Tomorrow® Pillars & Themes LOT®
Leadership
LOT® strives to teach each participants 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 Readiness
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