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Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Olivia Fluharty
West Brunswick High School DECA advisor Olivia Fluharty blended student involvement, community engagement and brand partnership through their successful DECA x Chick-fil-A Bingo Night.

Stage Presence in Business: Turning Public Speaking into a Competitive Edge
Public speaking isn’t just a performance skill — it’s a professional advantage. In DECA, where ideas are evaluated on clarity, confidence and delivery, the way you communicate can be just as important as what you communicate.

Bringing Warmth to Winter: Blacksburg DECA’s “Home for the Holidays” Project
Blacksburg DECA continues its heartfelt tradition of giving back through “Home for the Holidays,” an annual community service project that provides meals for local elementary students in need during winter break.

In-DECA-tors of Success: How to Nail Your PIs
Performance Indicators are the guiding principles that competitors must answer in their role-play. Discover how to effectively incorporate them into your role-play using a familiar acronym: D.E.C.A.

Case Study of the Week: Last Call For Mozzarella Sticks
Step into the role of the general manager of Paisley Town, a family restaurant located in a city of 150,000 people. The owner wants you to determine how to sell excessive inventory before expiration.

Myers Park DECA: Community Service Chapter Campaign
Myers Park DECA’s “Shine a Light, Share the Fight” campaign partnered with Claire’s Army to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer through school-wide events engaging 145 members and the Charlotte community!

The Hidden Value of Power Trip: The People You Meet
The Ultimate DECA Power Trip's greatest value is the people you meet. By staying connected after the event, those introductions can grow into lasting friendships, mentorships and opportunities that continue long after the weekend is over.

Syosset DECA's First Experience at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip
Experiencing the Ultimate DECA Power Trip for the first time, Syosset DECA gained transformative skills, nationwide connections and a bold vision for the chapter’s future.

Blooming into the Holiday Season: Nurturing Your Mind When the World Gets Busy
Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? Discover how to bloom amid the chaos, lift your mood and nurture your mind with simple, powerful tips to stay calm, connected and energized when the world feels too busy.

The Art of Failing
Failing is always an important step in your DECA journey. Failing is a great way to reflect and adapt to circumstances that might require you to change your way of thinking.

Fashion Tech, AI and The Innovators Shaping Retail’s Next Chapter
Consumers want ideas, guidance and moments that feel built around them. A new wave of intelligent tools is starting to meet those expectations and change how people search, compare and decide what to buy.

Surprising Career Paths You Can Take With a Bachelor's Degree in Business
A bachelor’s in business administration is an opportunity to gain in-demand skills and insight. To help you decide what career path you can take with this degree, Belmont University compiled a list of the best jobs.

Apply to Join the Collegiate DECA ICDC Content Creation Team
Are you attending Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville this year? Well, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Apply to join the Collegiate DECA ICDCContent Creation Team!

Case Study of the Week: Transitioning Due To Ethics
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.

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

Celebrating Trailblazers for Women's History Month
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.

Mindset Matters: How Positivity Fuels DECA Success
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.

Fuel the Journey: Fundraising Your Way to Collegiate ICDC
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.

Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Chapters of the Month
This year, everyone is excited to Go The Extra, and we’re excited to see how you do it! Read more about each Chapter of the Month and what makes them stand out on campus.

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

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

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

Why Leadership in College Organizations Matters
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: Limited Time Only or Always?
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.
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DECA's 2018 Certified School-based Enterprises
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2017-2018 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second qualifying round of the 2017-2018 VBC.

DECA's 2018 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients
Over 400 DECA members have been recognized for the Emerging Leader Honor Award for 2018.

5 Things to Help You Prep for Your Prepared Event
Association conferences are right around the corner for DECA members everywhere, and while some members are not too worried about getting ready, others may have already started stressing out.

DECA Direct Magazine: Food and Hospitality
This issue takes you inside the hospitality industry to discover the vast opportunities available to DECA members. Plus, we have an exclusive interview with two former Utah DECA members who were recently featured on Shark Tank for their creative solution to traditional wedding bands.

Top Competition Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
Let’s face it, DECA has a lot to offer, but competition is what most DECA members look forward to. Dedicated DECA members will start studying and practicing for their competitive event months in advance.

DECA Direct Magazine: Tech Trends
This issue features articles from colleges and companies exploring the topic of virtual reality technology and how it's changing the way business is done, jobs are created and consumers are shopping.

5 Ways to Spice Up Your Competition Prep Routine
The quest for DECA glass is long and daunting, and sometimes it can get pretty tedious. Here are some ideas to help spice up your normal study routine.

A How To Guide for DECA Role-plays
Whether you are an experienced competitor, or if it is your first year competing, these tips and tricks will definitely wow the judges and perhaps even win you some #DECAGlass at the International Career Development Conference.

DECA Direct Magazine: Limitless
This issue features an the #Limitless Year Quiz that you can take to find a perfectly tailored list of DECA conferences, programs, challenges and activities you can participate in this year that relate to your own career interest.

Collegiate DECA's 2016-2017 Recognition Award Winners
Congratulations to these Collegiate DECA members for owning their futures this year!

Collegiate DECA 2016-2017 Leadership Passport Program Recipients
Congratulations to these chapters and members for all their hard work! Way to #OwnYourFuture!
