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Why CTE and DECA Advocacy Matters

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Case Study of the Week
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Case Study of the Week: Marketing Safe Winter Driving

Feb 2, 2026

Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy, a rental car agency that caters to budget-conscious travelers. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.

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Small Steps, Big Impact: Go the Extra During CTE Month

Feb 1, 2026

This month is your moment to step not only into the professional realm, but also the legislative realm. Here’s a look at how you can meet with your elected officials during CTE Month and beyond.

Career Insights
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Super Bowl Advertising: Is It Worth It?

Feb 1, 2026

For DECA members, Super Bowl advertising demonstrates an important lesson: success is driven by preparation and strategy, not budget alone. Even on the biggest stage, impact depends on execution.

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February is CTE Month: Tips for Getting Involved

Jan 30, 2026

Advocacy is something every DECA member can take part in. Check out these advocacy tips shared by DECA members who have seen firsthand how speaking up can create opportunities and protect funding.

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Nestlé

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Nestlé Professional Solutions Beverage Marketing Challenge Winners

Jan 29, 2026

DECA and Nestlé are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s NPS Beverage Marketing Challenge.

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Go The Extra this Competition Season: Articles to Help You Stand Out

Jan 7, 2026

Looking to Go The Extra this competition season? Dive into these top articles on DECA's competitive events, so you can walk into competition feeling confident that you have what it takes to make it to the ICDC stage.

Question of the Day
Customer Relations
Under what circumstances might it be impossible to honor a customer's request?
  • If the request is unrelated to the customer's health
  • If the request jeopardizes the safety of others
  • If the customer is new to the company
  • If the customer is impolite and demanding
Announcements
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Nestlé Professional Solutions Beverage Marketing Challenge Winners
Jan 30, 2026
Congratulations to the 2025-26 NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge Winners
Jan 27, 2026
Watch Episode 3 of The DECA Drop
Jan 23, 2026
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Emerging Leader Honor Award Nominations Open
Feb
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Invest Real World Ready Challenge Entries Due
Feb
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Taking Stock with Teens® Spring Survey Begins
Feb
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DECA ICDC Competitor Membership Deadline
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Chapter Strategy

Why CTE and DECA Advocacy Matters

DECA's Advocacy Campaign is due March 2, 2026

Compete

Go The Extra with DECA's Corporate Challenges

Chapter Strategy

The 2025-2026 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines are Now Available

SBE Chapter Certifications are due January 13, 2026

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From Our Executive Officers

Chapter Strategy

How Every Student Can Advocate for CTE

Asher Leventhal
High School Division President
Chapter Strategy

Small Steps, Big Impact: Go the Extra During CTE Month

Cullen Watanuki
Central Region Vice President
Compete

Mastering the Mindset for Competition

Hannah Heidari
North Atlantic Region Vice President
Career Insights

Super Bowl Advertising: Is It Worth It?

Mason St. Jean
Southern Region Vice President
Career Insights

Love Sells: What Valentine’s Day Teaches Us About Consumer Behavior

Praveena Mahendran
Western Region Vice President
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One DECA Call | March 2026
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Presidents Council | March 2026
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One DECA Call | April 2026
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The DECA Drop Episode 3: Campaigning and Competition Season
Jan 23, 2026
Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2026 Promo Video
Dec 3, 2025
The DECA Drop Episode 2: Personal Branding & Networking
Nov 3, 2025
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Global Brigades

The Global Business Academy: Consulting Opportunities for DECA Members

Jan 1, 2026

DECA members are invited to join a summer Global Business Academy for eight days of hands-on international consulting experience in Panama, Belize or Greece. Work with business experts, build advanced skills and immerse in a new culture.

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MDA

MDA Holiday Retail Campaigns

Dec 2, 2025

This holiday season, your generosity can make a lasting impact. Every donation helps bring break throughs in treatment, expert care, and essential resources to children and adults living with muscular dystrophy and related diseases.

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American Marketing Association

DECA Welcomes American Marketing Association (AMA) as Strategic Partner

Nov 20, 2025

This collaboration will combine DECA’s focus on emerging leaders and entrepreneurs with the College Board’s expertise in developing programs that promote career and college readiness.

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From Our Members

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Spotlights
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Leadership in Action: Decision Making and Management in DECA

Jan 27, 2026

Learn from President and Executive Vice President of Winston Churchill DECA, Alina Choudhury and Mason Schiff, as they share insights into guiding their chapter and making decisions.

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Building Competitive Readiness: Sycamore's Mentoring Program

Jan 21, 2026

Structured mentoring programs, like the one implemented at Sycamore, can be applied by any chapter and have the potential to bolster member confidence, preparation and performance nationwide.

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Beyond the Competition: Building Community at Silver Falls

Jan 15, 2026

Beyond events and role-plays, Silver Falls reminds DECA members why they joined in the first place: community. Through shared experiences, chapters grow closer and return stronger.

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