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Chapter Strategy

From Members to Mentors: Finding Your Chapter’s Next Leaders

Mar 20, 2026

Although the competition season is coming to a close, leadership continues to grow. Here are a few tips to find the right fit for the upcoming chapter leadership team.

College Success

Combatting Senioritis from a Senior With No School

Mar 20, 2026

Senioritis is the feeling of complete mental exhaustion and disinterest that hits seniors in the final stretch of high school. Here are a few ways you can help combat senioritis, from a senior with no school.

Chapter Strategy

The Ultimate DECA Video Series: School-Based Enterprises

Mar 20, 2026

From understanding what each campaign focuses on to learning how to plan, promote and execute them effectively, we walk through how these initiatives can elevate your chapter’s engagement and visibility.

Chapter Strategy

The Ultimate DECA Video Series: Chapter Campaigns

Mar 20, 2026

From understanding what each campaign focuses on to learning how to plan, promote and execute them effectively, we walk through how these initiatives can elevate your chapter’s engagement and visibility.

Conferences

Lessons from My First NY DECA State Career Conference

Mar 19, 2026

Every DECA competition is an unforgettable experience. In this article, discover the three biggest lessons that Samyuktha learned at their first time at the NY DECA State Career Conference.

College Success

Navigating College Decision Results: Next Steps For Seniors

Mar 19, 2026

From exciting senior events to college decisions, there’s a lot to keep track of in the last few months of a senior’s high school career. For those navigating the college decision period, there are a few key points to remember before graduation.

Compete

Feedback: The Ultimate Competitive Advantage

Mar 19, 2026

In DECA, feedback isn’t just commentary on a performance; it’s a foundation for improvement. The competitors who learn to analyze and apply feedback gain a long-term competitive advantage.

Career Insights

March Madness and Marketing: Why the Tournament is a Masterclass in Engagement

Mar 18, 2026

From viral social media moments to billion-dollar sponsorship deals, the March Madness tournament offers DECA students a masterclass in real-time marketing, emotional storytelling and capitalizing on cultural moments.

Spotlights

From DECA to National Brand: Abigail Goddard’s Journey

Mar 18, 2026

‍Meet Abigail, a DECA member who turned challenges into business opportunities. Through DECA, she learned how to take ideas sparked by real-life problems and shape them into ventures.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Invest Real World Ready Challenge Winners

Mar 16, 2026

DECA Inc. and Invest are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Real World Ready Challenge.

Career Insights

5 Takeaways from the IBM "Teaching AI With Confidence" Webinar

Mar 16, 2026

DECA and IBM team members recently sat down for a free webinar on practical ways to connect classroom learning to real careers and help students use AI thoughtfully, responsibly and creatively.

DECA News

DECA's 2026 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 16, 2026

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2026 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Transitioning Due To Ethics

Mar 2, 2026

Step into the role of a small business owner that runs Pets for You, a pet shop that sells dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, snakes and fish. You began Pets for You 20 years ago. As a lifelong pet lover, you wanted to start a business that would help connect people and pets with forever homes.

Career Insights

Exploring Air Force Careers: From Enlisted Paths to Becoming an Officer

Mar 1, 2026

The U.S. Air Force offers flexible career pathways. Students can gain real-world experience, earn college degrees while serving and grow into leadership positions, building a career that evolves with their goals over time.

Spotlights

Celebrating Trailblazers for Women's History Month

Mar 1, 2026

Women’s History Month honors the achievements of women through determination, innovation and leadership. In this article, we focus on a few stories of female trailblazers who made significant career advancements and shaped their industries.

Leadership

Mindset Matters: How Positivity Fuels DECA Success

Mar 1, 2026

Being positive, even when life throws everything at you, helps you navigate the challenges. This article breaks down the power of positivity and how it can be leveraged throughout life, especially in DECA.

Chapter Strategy

Fuel the Journey: Fundraising Your Way to Collegiate ICDC

Mar 1, 2026

Getting to CDECA ICDC takes support. Fundraising is the key to turning your hard work into reality. It builds leadership, strengthens your chapter and connects you with your community.

Conferences

Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker

Feb 24, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce that Charles Clark will deliver the keynote during the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Compete

UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” Sessions

Feb 24, 2026

UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” sessions give members extra time beyond regular meetings to practice case studies, work on projects and get feedback from peers. It is where preparation turns into confidence.

Career Insights

From Idea to Impact: How to Find the Next Big Business Idea

Feb 23, 2026

Successful business ideas are built by solving real problems. Learn how observation, trend analysis and validation can help Collegiate DECA members turn simple ideas into impactful ventures.

Leadership

Why Leadership in College Organizations Matters

Feb 23, 2026

College organizations often help students get connected on campus, but leadership within those organizations fosters a level of growth difficult to find anywhere else. Leadership teaches you how to carry responsibility even when challenges arise.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Limited Time Only or Always?

Feb 23, 2026

Step into the role of the director of marketing at Fitness Time, a chain of over 2,000 fitness centers. The senior vice president wants you to analyze claims that the company is acting unethically by marketing misleading information and recommend if changes are needed.

Career Insights

How to Talk About Your DECA Experience in an Interview

Feb 19, 2026

By using the STAR method and framing your experience in a clear, meaningful way, you can turn your DECA experience into compelling stories that impress recruiters.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Resort Day Passes

Feb 16, 2026

Step into the role of the director of sales and marketing for Dew Point Resort and Conference Center, a large resort located in a popular tourist town.

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Career Insights

How to Build a Resume That Will Land Your Dream Internship

Nov 3, 2021

Constructing a resume that highlights your strengths to make you stand out as the best candidate may seem challenging. Here are a few tips to make the resume-building process easier.

Career Insights

Gain Career Experience with Job Shadowing Opportunities

Nov 2, 2021

Setting up job shadows for your chapter’s members will provide them with priceless opportunities to increase professional development, gain insight on future career options, increase familiarity with the industry of their competitive event and maximize their momentum!

College Success

Tips for Finding Your Fit

Nov 1, 2021

Planning for college can be both scary and exciting. Use these tips to push your college research further and find the best college for you.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing Employee Service Anniversaries

Nov 1, 2021

You are the chief human resources officer for Salutations, a company that designs, prints, and markets greeting cards and stationery. Salutations has been in business for eight years and has 200 employees, including 175 full-time employees and 25 part-time employees.

Compete

Powerful Presentations: Tips + Tricks

Nov 1, 2021

Speaking in public is a skill that will help you in your personal, academic and professional life. This session will teach you the basics of body language, using your voice and crafting the perfect message to make sure you make the most of your presentations.

College Success

Maximizing Your Campus Visit Experience

Nov 1, 2021

"Is there truly a best time to visit college campuses? What are my options if I can’t visit campuses in person? I don’t even know which questions to ask when I’m on a college tour!” Three college admissions professionals are here to help you answer these questions and more as you navigate your college visit plan.

College Success

Complete Guide to College Visits

Nov 1, 2021

Choosing the right college is a defining moment in your life. But how do you find the right fit? Visiting a college in person gets you one step closer to selecting the perfect college for you. You’ll get to experience on-campus student life, meet with faculty, chat with current students and get all your questions answered by admission staff.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of DECA Month

Nov 1, 2021

November is here, and that means it's time for DECA Month! Here are three ways to get the most out of your DECA experience in November.

Spotlights

2021 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners

Nov 1, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! This year's contest had an impressive 565+ 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!

Compete

3 Steps to Win DECA Glass in Your Prepared Event

Oct 27, 2021

Wining DECA Glass is every competitor’s goal. Here’s how to achieve your goal in a prepared event.

DECA News

Discover DECA+

Oct 26, 2021

Introducing an all-new portal to help DECA members explore careers and prepare for competition.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 42nd Semi-Annual Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Teens

Oct 26, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 42nd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 10,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.8 years.