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10 Free Things To Do in D.C. & Arlington

Sep 15, 2025

Discover 10 fun & free things your chapter can do this November while visiting D.C. and Arlington for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip.

Conferences

The Ultimate DECA Power Trip is Calling!

Sep 11, 2025

The Ultimate DECA Power Trip is your chance to grow as a leader, to connect with global business minds and compete with the best in DECA. All while in the historic and legendary place of Arlington, Virginia.

Chapter Strategy

Dancing With DECA: How to Go The Extra During Homecoming Week

Sep 11, 2025

The new school year starts off with many events to amplify the school spirit, including football games, pep rallies and, of course, homecoming. How can you Go The Extra to make these events, specifically homecoming, extra special for your DECA chapter?

Career Insights

Generation Z’s Buying Power is Reshaping Retail Trends and Revitalizing Malls

Sep 11, 2025

NRF’s Hot 25 Retailers list reflects the growing influence of Generation Z, and it likely won’t be the last list to do so. These retailers offer shoppers engaging experiences and curated events.

Chapter Strategy

Three Hats, One Head: Balancing School, Work and DECA

Sep 10, 2025

Between classes, jobs and DECA, finding balance takes that extra effort. Here are four tips to help you effectively balance responsibilities and make the most of every opportunity! 

Chapter Strategy

How to Place a Custom Order with Shop DECA

Sep 10, 2025

Looking to personalize your DECA gear? The Shop DECA team has made creating and ordering custom merchandise for your chapter simple and easy.

College Success

Navigating Your College Decision: A Comprehensive Guide for High School Seniors

Sep 10, 2025

This comprehensive guide highlights important considerations for high school seniors that will equip and excite you for the next chapter of your life.

Compete

Go Virtual: A Guide to DECA's Online Events

Sep 9, 2025

The best part about DECA's online events? You don’t need a stage or a spotlight. With just your computer, you can take on some of DECA’s most dynamic challenges, test your business knowledge and even earn the chance to compete internationally.

Spotlights

Alumni: Tell Us Your DECA Story!

Sep 8, 2025

DECA Inc. is excited to launch a new platform for alumni to share their DECA stories, become future volunteers and get involved with their associations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Luggage For Rent

Sep 8, 2025

Step into the role of an entrepreneur looking to develop a new project. A friend has an idea for a new business but needs help developing it into a feasible venture.

Chapter Strategy

Shop DECA FAQs & Answers

Sep 5, 2025

How do I get a new blazer patch? Can I exchange or return a blazer? What is DECA+? The Shop DECA team is here to help answer some of your most frequently asked questions about Shop DECA products and processes.

DECA News

DECA and the NRF Foundation Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership

Sep 4, 2025

For three decades, DECA Inc. and the NRF Foundation have shared a powerful vision: preparing the next generation of leaders for success in retail and beyond. This year, we proudly celebrate 30 years of collaboration, innovation and student impact.

Spotlights

Giving Back to DECA

Nov 2, 2023

I recently had the privilege of attending the MO DECA Fall Leadership Conference. This experience was particularly special as it allowed me to impart valuable knowledge in various domains critical for their future success.

Career Insights

Cracking the Code on Black Friday Marketing Strategies

Nov 1, 2023

One of the biggest holiday sales is coming up, but what makes it such a big event and even an American tradition? The key is all in how it’s marketed. Explore some of the top marketing strategies for Black Friday and explore how you can apply them to your brand.

Career Insights

Entrepreneurship Advice From DECA Members

Nov 1, 2023

Entrepreneurship is a lifelong goal for some people, and DECA members work to tackle that and make their dreams a reality. Look at what some members are doing to reach their goals!

Career Insights

Elevate Your DECA Journey: Mastering the Art of LinkedIn

Nov 1, 2023

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for DECA members to elevate their professional journey. By following these best practices and networking strategies, you'll be well on your way to success within DECA and beyond.

Career Insights

Workplace Skills for Success

Nov 1, 2023

Unlock your path to success in the dynamic job market by discovering 7 emerging workplace skills you need to stay ahead of the competition. This article guides you to becoming the ideal candidate in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.

Career Insights

Exploring Non-Profit Careers

Nov 1, 2023

In this article, Cassidy Creighton, the Development Coordinator with NPCF, explains her college experience, navigating the job market and her first career in the non-profit sector.

Spotlights

Announcing the Winners of the 2023 DECA Pumpkin Contest

Nov 1, 2023

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! With a record number of 650+ submissions from members all across the DECA world, the selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!

Spotlights

Tapping into Your Geek Potential to Inspire Together

Oct 30, 2023

Is there something you are passionate about? A topic that you can discuss for hours? Then you probably would be considered a geek. People don’t realize that geeks have many unique traits, allowing them to outperform and succeed.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Expanding the Product Mix at a Mobile Salon

Oct 30, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Fresh Look Mobile, a business that provides mobile hair-cutting services. Your business partner thinks it would be smart to expand the product mix and has asked you for on brand suggestions.

Spotlights

How Florida DECA is Leading the Way for Positive Advocacy

Oct 27, 2023

Advocacy is a cornerstone of positive social change. It empowers individuals and communities to stand up for their beliefs, address issues and influence policy decisions. Learn more about how Florida DECA is making remarkable strides in advocacy.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: October 2023

Oct 26, 2023

Check out what you missed on the October 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Recommending Amenities and Services

Oct 23, 2023

Step into the role of a hospitality consultant. You have been hired by the president of Skyward Airlines, to recommend amenities and services for a new hotel being built exclusively for Skyward employees.

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5 Ways Collegiate DECA Will Take You to the Next Level

Sep 22, 2020

It's official, the school year is underway. While things will look different, there are still many ways to take yourself and your Collegiate DECA chapter to the next level!

Chapter Strategy

10 Tips for Your Social Media and How to Apply It to Your SBE

Sep 16, 2020

Social media has become an essential tool in business. It is how businesses are building their brand and their online communities. The root goal behind why businesses build their online presence? The main goal is to make sales and build a customer base. So how do you get started to apply this to your own business or school-based enterprise? Here are 10 tips to get you started.

Leadership

Video Call Tips and Tricks

Sep 10, 2020

Practically overnight, video calls have become a new societal norm. This guide will provide you with a few tips and useful tricks to help improve your online learning or telecommuting experience.

Partners

Take Your Community Service to the Next Level with Lead4Change

Sep 8, 2020

The Lead4Change Leadership programs offer numerous benefits for students. An independent research study found that participating in Lead4Change contributed to significant growth in areas such as leadership skills (60% of students improved), respect for others (54%) and ambition and innovation (53%). Teachers can have equally transformative experiences.

Leadership

A Quick Guide to Understanding Servant Leadership

Sep 8, 2020

The concept of leadership has been around since the days of Aristotle and Plato and has evolved countless times throughout the centuries. But in 1970, a new theory emerged. Developed by Robert Greenleaf, servant leadership is the idea that empowered leaders serve their followers and to enable them to live and work to their full potential.

Leadership

The Ethics of Leadership

Sep 8, 2020

Ethical leaders exist in all walks of life. They are the individuals who step forward when crises occur, come to the rescue of others and generally do what's right—no matter what. Anyone can talk the talk, but can they walk the walk? In today's high-visibility, social world, more people are taking note of leaders’ behavior and holding them accountable.

Leadership

DECA Direct Magazine: Next Level Leadership

Sep 8, 2020

A new school year brings new chances to elevate your leadership to the next level. Discover fresh ideas to enhance your chapter and become a leader worth following in your school, community and beyond.

Leadership

The Next Level is Inclusion

Sep 8, 2020

It has never been more important for emerging leaders to be characterized by teamwork, innovation, competency and integrity. Fortunately, those are the valued characteristics of DECA’s student leaders. What if this moment needs you and the unique values that drive your leadership?

Chapter Strategy

Top Tips for Socially-distant Membership Recruitment

Sep 8, 2020

Building your chapter’s membership is one of the most important ways to set it up for success in the new school year. But what are the best ways to recruit within the “new normal” of more virtual interactions and less in-person activities? Learn how to recruit new members the socially-distant way with these top tips.

Chapter Strategy

The Power of the Diamond

Sep 8, 2020

Throughout your DECA career, you’ll wear the blazer, throw up a DECA diamond symbol and add lots of blue to your wardrobe. You will also undoubtedly hear DECA’s core values and mission statement more times than you can count. But have you ever stopped to think about what they really mean?

Chapter Strategy

Cultivate Your Chapter’s Culture

Sep 8, 2020

2020 is a year that has changed all of our lives. If your DECA chapter has experienced a decline in recent months, struggling to cope with virtual meetings and maintain engagement, your chapter culture may need a boost.

Chapter Strategy

Discover Your DECA Leadership Style

Sep 8, 2020

There are hundreds of assessments to help you pinpoint your leadership traits, but the only one you need to take your leadership to the next level is the DECA Leadership Style Quiz.