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Announcing the Ultimate DECA Power Trip Keynote Speakers

Jul 23, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce that Eddie Slowikowski and Josh Sundquist, will deliver the keynotes during the opening and closing sessions at the 2025 Ultimate DECA Power Trip.

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Innovative Advisors Wanted for DECA Advisor of the Week

Jul 9, 2025

Help DECA spotlight advisors from across the organization for their creative, original and effective best practices in their classroom and in their chapter.

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Go The Extra with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter

Jul 8, 2025

We are excited to deliver all the resources you need to showcase “This Is How We Do DECA” in one branded box! This is your all-in-one kit to start the school year.

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Take Off with Travel Marketing

Jul 1, 2025

Not only is summer a time of increasing temperatures, but it's also a time of increased travel. Here are three marketing techniques used within the travel and tourism industry for you to consider during summer travel.

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The Summer of DECA Quest

Jun 20, 2025

Summer of DECA is ready for takeoff! This digital scavenger hunt is packed with exciting missions and will be updated weekly throughout the summer. From catching sunsets to mapping out your 2025-2026 DECA goals, there's an adventure waiting for everyone.

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Pitch Decks: Your Questions Answered

Jun 17, 2025

New for the 2025-26 school year, six competitive events will replace the previously required 10-page written paper with a 20-slide pitch deck. Check out this article for answers to questions about the change to Pitch Decks.

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It is important to be honest about the time commitment required when interviewing potential employees for a new business because
  • entrepreneurshippreneurs shouldn't hire employees with busy personal lives.
  • being honest should weed out the people who aren't dedicated to the job.
  • employees are not legally allowed to work more than 40 hours per week.
  • employees who are overburdened are unlikely to stay with the company.
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Announcing the Ultimate DECA Power Trip Keynote Speakers
Jul 23, 2025
Innovative Advisors Wanted for DECA Advisor of the Week
Jul 14, 2025
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Jul 7, 2025
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Orlando, FL
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The 2025-2026 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines are Now Available

SBE Chapter Certifications are due January 13, 2026

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Go The Extra with 2025-2026 Chapter Campaigns

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Go The Extra: High School Program of Leadership

Asher Leventhal
High School Division President
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How to Have the Best First Chapter Meeting

Cullen Watanuki
Central Region Vice President
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Taylor’s Version: A Masterclass in Branding, Loyalty and Business Strategy

Hannah Heidari
North Atlantic Region Vice President
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Freshmen Are the Future: How to Spark Interest and Grow Your DECA Chapter

Mason St. Jean
Southern Region Vice President
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Money Moves: Effective Fundraising for Your Chapter

Praveena Mahendran
Western Region Vice President
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Apr 29, 2025
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Apr 28, 2025
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Apr 26, 2025
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DECA Welcomes New Partners in Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Jul 28, 2025

Please join us in applauding our newest collaborators who are providing realistic insights into business and industry, and promoting meaningful, relevant learning for DECA members.

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DECA Hosts Luminary Program Powered by Adobe in San Francisco

Jun 11, 2025

This elite professional development experience brings together distinguished DECA chapter advisors from across the DECA network to deepen their leadership, instructional, and digital skills in a unique “train-the-trainer” format.

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AICPA & CIMA On-demand Student Webinar is Now Available

May 1, 2025

Discover an accounting major's “day in the life” and be inspired by their surprising journey. Brought to you by AICPA & CIMA’s “Q&A with a CPA” webinar series, Hunter Richardson and Katherine Suh share insights on misconceptions, internships and becoming a CPA.

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Prepping for a Record Year: Building Your Chapter’s Calendar with Purpose

Aug 1, 2025

If you want to lead your chapter to a record year, you need a calendar that covers competitions, community service, social events and everything in between. Here's how to build one that works.

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How to Track Your Chapter’s Summer Goals Like a Pro

Jul 15, 2025

Summer is the perfect time to build momentum for your DECA chapter. Start small, stay organized, check in often and keep your purpose in focus to turn summer goals into real success when school starts.

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Ingredients of Successful Chapter Leadership

Jul 15, 2025

Successful management for DECA depends on teamwork, roles, motivation, communication, flexibility, planning and leadership. These are the recipes for a successful team that can do incredible things and learn together.

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