06/23/2026
🌟 NLC Qualifier Spotlight: ELLIOT GEERS🌟
Hermann FCCLA is proud to recognize Elliot Geers as he prepares to represent our chapter at the National Leadership Conference in Washington DC July 6-10th.
He qualified for NLC and will be competing on two events:
🥒 Food Innovations
Elliot combined creativity, nutrition, and local agriculture to develop a unique snack product featuring hyperlocal zucchini sourced from local growers. His innovative zucchini chips are seasoned with a dill pickle blend made from dehydrated and ground pickles using his family's homemade recipe, along with a Kansas City-inspired BBQ flavor. Designed to meet school nutrition guidelines, the product provides functional health benefits while educating consumers about the importance of supporting local food sources.
🎂 Pastry Arts Technical Decorating Skills – Level 2
In addition to Food Innovations, Elliot will showcase his precision and artistic talent in Pastry Arts Technical Decorating Skills. This event challenges participants to demonstrate advanced cake decorating techniques and pastry arts skills while creating a professional sample board that meets national event specifications.
Elliot's dedication, creativity, attention to detail, and passion for good food embody the spirit of FCCLA. We are excited to watch him represent Hermann FCCLA and Missouri on the national stage!
❤️💛 Good luck, Elliot! We are proud of you and can't wait to see what you accomplish at NLC!