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How Can You #ThankAPrincipal This Month?

Oct 1, 2025

October is National Principals Month, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing principals who lead our schools. Check out ideas and resources you can use to #ThankAPrincipal this month.

Conferences

Lights, Leadership and Lifelong Memories: What to Expect at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Oct 1, 2025

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your competitive edge, grow as a leader or connect with members nationwide, Power Trip has something for everyone. Let’s dive into what this conference has to offer!

Chapter Strategy

Fall-ing into Fundraising: Ideas to Raise Money for Your DECA Chapter this Fall

Oct 1, 2025

By tapping into the energy of autumn, you can raise funds while building community spirit and strengthening your chapter! Here are five ideas to get you started.

Chapter Strategy

Power Up Your Chapter: A Guide to DECA’s Chapter Campaigns

Oct 1, 2025

From connecting with the community to rallying school spirit, chapter campaigns are one of the most powerful ways DECA members can make an impact. DECA offers five campaigns, so let’s dive into which campaign may be the best fit.

Career Insights

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: How Companies Use the Fall Season to Get Ahead

Oct 1, 2025

Seasonal marketing—whether in quick-service restaurants, retail or even your local grocery store—is a powerful strategy that celebrates the season and showcases entrepreneurial creativity.

Chapter Strategy

Baking Up Success: How Two DECA Chapters Use Cookies to Power Their SBEs

Sep 30, 2025

Two DECA chapters - Frankfort DECA and Broad Run DECA - are finding creative ways to use Otis Spunkmeyer cookies as more than just a sweet snack but also thriving school-based enterprises.

Compete

Get Ready for Round One of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

Sep 30, 2025

You won't want to miss the annual DECA Virtual Business Challenge! DECA VBC is an official competitive event free to high school members. Participate and you could earn a trip to ICDC and a share of over $20,000 in scholarship money.

College Success

History Has Its Eyes on You: How to Make Your College Essay Stand Out

Sep 30, 2025

While Hamilton wrote 51 essays to defend the Constitution, we only have to write one for college. One simple yet weighted essay can redirect our lives. So here are three factors to consider as you brainstorm your college essay topic.

Chapter Strategy

Shop 'Till You Drop: Ways to Celebrate SBE Week At Your School

Sep 29, 2025

2025 DECA SBE Week is here, and we couldn't be more excited! Here are some ways to celebrate with your school-based enterprise.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Reduce, Reuse or Recycle - Hotel Renovations

Sep 29, 2025

Step into the role of the general manager of Lilac Inn, an independent hotel property in a city of 30,000 people. The owner wants you to identify waste redirection opportunities that could lead to a better brand image.

Career Insights

The Nitro Bar: A Coffee Cart turned Famous $4.5M Brand

Sep 29, 2025

In honor of National Coffee Day, here’s a Rhode Island success story that shows how smart marketing can transform a business from a coffee cart to a viral sensation.

College Success

Top 10 Test Taking Tips for the Digital SAT

Sep 27, 2025

If you’re planning to take the digital SAT, the good news is there are no secrets—the SAT isn’t out to trick you. Here are the top 10 test-taking tips from College Board, the makers of the SAT

Conferences

Download the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Mobile App

Apr 3, 2026

Get ready to gather with 1,200 DECA members at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Louisville, KY. Download the conference app to start planning your custom experience.

Conferences

Beyond the Conference: Things to Do in Louisville

Apr 1, 2026

Known for its rich culture, incredible food and historic attractions, Louisville has something for every DECA member. Here are a few must-visit spots to explore while you’re at Collegiate DECA ICDC.

Career Insights

Exploring Careers: Finance

Apr 1, 2026

Finance is the core of any business, and to be able to understand and explain it sets you up for success in any business. In this article, explore what goes into a finance career.

Chapter Strategy

A How-to for Recruiting Incoming First Year Students

Apr 1, 2026

From recruiting first-year students at in-person events to online promotion, there's sure to be something that fits your chapters’ strategies and showcases the culture you’ve built.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Employee Engagement Survey

Mar 30, 2026

Step into the director of human resources at Revolution Marketing, a marketing agency with 100 employees. Revolution Marketing’s employees hold positions in marketing, sales, design, public relations and account management.

Conferences

Meet The 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Content Creation Team

Mar 26, 2026

If you’re attending the Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville this year, take a moment and get to know our CICDC Content Creation Team, who will be capturing all the excitement.

Conferences

Meet the 2026 CDECA ICDC Professional Development Series Speakers

Mar 25, 2026

The CDECA ICDC Professional Development Series provides members with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the skills needed to succeed in today’s business world.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Time For A Spinoff

Mar 23, 2026

Step into the role of the senior VP at Pasta Bounty, an Italian-themed full-service restaurant chain with over 900 locations. The chain is best known for its unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks that come with every entrée or as an option on the weekday lunch menu.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2026-2027 Membership Theme: Next Big Thing

Mar 23, 2026

Every breakthrough, innovation and movement starts with someone bold enough to pursue it. This year, DECA challenges its members to look beyond what exists today and focus on what’s possible tomorrow.

Spotlights

Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Chapters of the Month

Mar 19, 2026

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.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Learning About Money Markets

Mar 16, 2026

Step into the role of the marketing manager at Local Bank, a bank located in a city of 40,000 people. The bank president wants you to create an informational flyer about money markets and the bank’s current promotion.

Career Insights

Consumers Leaning into St. Patrick’s Day in 2026 as Holiday Spending Climbs

Mar 12, 2026

Consumers have been upping the ante on St. Patrick’s Day lately, with more coming out to celebrate over the past several years. Read on for more about plans for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration, spending and more.

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Career Insights

Fashion Tech, AI and The Innovators Shaping Retail’s Next Chapter

Dec 4, 2025

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.

Career Insights

Surprising Career Paths You Can Take With a Bachelor's Degree in Business

Dec 4, 2025

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.

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Principles of Business Administration Events 101: Advice from a Glass Winner

Dec 3, 2025

Whether your goal is to earn your first award or step onto the ICDC stage, the Principles of Business Administration events provide an opportunity to practice, explore and refine your skills without pressure.

Conferences

Suit Up For Success: DECA Dress Code 101

Dec 3, 2025

The DECA dress code isn’t just a set of rules; it’s a standard that unifies members as emerging leaders in the world of business. Regardless of where you're competing, here’s everything you need to know to dress to win.

Career Insights

What We Can Learn from Leena Nair: Modern Leadership as Chanel's 1st Women of Color CEO

Dec 3, 2025

Chanel, one of the world’s most iconic fashion houses, has had a legacy of notable CEOs. Discover how their first woman of color CEO, Leena Nair, leads a global luxury powerhouse and what her approach teaches us about leadership.

Chapter Strategy

Fueling the Future: Why Fundraising Powers Every Successful Chapter

Dec 3, 2025

When led by DECA members, fundraisers show the importance of taking initiative to help out the community. Discover how Lightridge DECA made an impact on their community with their "Pink Out" fundraiser this fall.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA 2025-26 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Dec 3, 2025

DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the first session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

Career Insights

Burnout is Fueling Presenteeism, and It’s Costing Companies More Than Absences

Dec 3, 2025

Burnout doesn’t only cause people to miss work. It causes them to show up even when they have nothing left to give. This is called presenteeism, and it’s actually more costly for companies than absenteeism.

Career Insights

How Three of DECA’s Corporate Partners Leverage the Holiday Season to Strengthen Their Businesses

Dec 3, 2025

Three of DECA’s corporate partners, Nestlé, Chick-fil-A, and Adobe, offer three distinct examples of how a company can present itself during the holidays and remain memorable long after the decorations are taken down.

Conferences

Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2026 Promo Video

Dec 3, 2025

Embark on a quest that will awaken your thirst for knowledge in Louisville, KY, for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip.

Conferences

Over 3,000 DECA Members Gathered at the 2025 Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Dec 2, 2025

From November 21-23, 2025, 3,000 DECA student and advisor members attended the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in the Washington D.C. area. Congratulations to the Competitive Excellence Experience top performers!

Partners

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.