Leadership Ambassador

Eligibility

A Beta interested in interviewing for a National Leadership Ambassador must be in good standing within the club, officially enrolled in National Beta, selected as a Regional Leadership Representative, and registered for the National Convention by the deadline.  

Representatives appointed at each regional summit are eligible to interview for the following positions: National Senior Leadership Ambassador (3),  National Junior Leadership Ambassador (2) and National Elementary Leadership Ambassador (1).  

Only one student from each club may interview in a Beta calendar year. If selected as Leadership Representative, the student may not run for state office at the convention or the following year's convention.

Competition Guidelines

The following rules and regulations should be read carefully.  By submitting the nomination, the sponsor and school are agreeing to abide by these rules and regulations:

1. One Elementary Leadership Ambassador, two Junior Leadership Ambassadors and three Senior Leadership Ambassadors will be selected and serve the following year.
2. If a Ambassador is selected and later dropped from the local club or if the Ambassador is not enrolled actively in school during the entire term, the Ambassador forfeits the right to serve as a Leadership Ambassador.  It is imperative for the selected Ambassador and or club sponsor to notify the National Office immediately if he/she is unable to serve.
3. Nominees will be given an onsite task and be evaluated on collaborative/leadership skills as well as a short interview.
4. Representatives must wear business casual attire (sport coat/blazer, dress pants/slacks, button down dress shirt/ dress blouse/polo collared shirt/sweater,  dress/skirt - must be knee length (or longer) with no slit above the knee to the interview.
5. Submission of the registration comes with the understanding  that he/she will attend all of the Ambassador meetings and sessions of the Convention, and will fulfill all of the duties assigned the following year.  This means he/she is obligated to attend all meetings and sessions both years, when nominated and when serving as a National Leadership Ambassador.  Failure to fulfill this obligation will result in the representative forfeiting his/her opportunity to  serve.
6. It is the responsibility of the club/school in which a student is enrolled to register the representative for the National Convention.
7. Students selected as a National Leadership Ambassador are not eligible to run for state office at the state convention or the following year's convention.

If Chosen as an Ambassador these are the Responsibilities for the Next Year at the National Convention.

• Write Inspiration and send to National Sponsor for approval by date determined. It should be motivational or inspirational to the audience. The Inspiration must be memorized and should be 2 minutes or less when delivered. 

• Create an Ice Breaker to be used at the Leadership Ambassador Interviews 

• Write Farewell (Word of Thanks) for Final Session. The Farewell will be an opportunity to say thanks for individuals that have helped you on your Beta journey. It does not have to be memorized. Most importantly, it must be 30 seconds to 1 minute in length. 

• Keep in mind, you are responsible for your accommodations and transportation to the National Convention. So, coordinate with your club sponsor, etc. to make the arrangements in plenty of time. Hotel information can be located on the National Beta website when released.

Dress Code:

• National Ambassador Dress Code Guidelines 

  To maintain the dignity, formality, and professionalism expected of National Beta Club Ambassadors, all  ambassadores are required to adhere to the following dress code during the duration of the national convention. 

   

  1. Standard Attire Requirements 

  All Ambassadors must wear: 

  • Suit Style: Traditional two-piece suit consisting of: 

  • Blazer or Suit Jacket 

  • Matching Full/Ankle-Length Pants 

  • Suit Color: Solid black, charcoal gray, or navy blue 

  • Dress Shirt/Blouse 

  • Beta Tie/Scarf 

  • Dress Shoes 

  • Ambassador Badge  

Responsibilities: 

• Arrive at the time assigned by the National Sponsor.
• Greet the interviewees as they enter the room and assist them in finding a seat. 
• Present Ice Breaker 
• Questions will be provided for the interview. 
• A challenge will be given for the interviewees.
• Present Keynote and Farewell 
• Assist with awards
• Assist with Set-up, Timing, Questions and Judging of Challenges