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Watch the #DECAICDC 2026 Promo Video

Aug 5, 2025

Go The Extra at the biggest DECA event of the year – DECA's International Career Development Conference hosted in Atlanta, GA on April 25-28, 2026.

Chapter Strategy

The 2025-2026 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines are Now Available

Aug 4, 2025

The SBE chapter certification guidelines and competition guidelines for the 2025-2026 school year are now available.

Chapter Strategy

Go The Extra with 2025-2026 Chapter Campaigns

Aug 4, 2025

The 2025-2026 DECA Chapter Campaigns are here to help you GO THE EXTRA! Participating in the chapter campaigns encourages DECA members to engage with their community and grow membership.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Posh be Swag?

Aug 4, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Posh, a luxury portable charger for mobile phones. The director of sales wants you to choose a new sales channel that will increase sales but not damage the brand image.

Chapter Strategy

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.

Chapter Strategy

Go The Extra: High School Program of Leadership

Aug 1, 2025

The 2025-2026 High School Division Executive Officer Team is excited to introduce our Program of Leadership. We can’t wait to help members Go The Extra through advocacy, communications and membership engagement.

Chapter Strategy

How to Have the Best First Chapter Meeting

Aug 1, 2025

What’s the secret to having the best first chapter meeting of the year? Spoiler: it’s not free donuts. As we approach the start of a new school year, chapter officers need to hold an informative and engaging first meeting.

Career Insights

Taylor’s Version: A Masterclass in Branding, Loyalty and Business Strategy

Aug 1, 2025

This moment is a real-time lesson in business strategy, branding and consumer behavior. Here’s why Taylor Swift’s move matters to DECA members and what it teaches us about business and brand identity.

Chapter Strategy

Freshmen Are the Future: How to Spark Interest and Grow Your DECA Chapter

Aug 1, 2025

The key to gaining freshmen interest isn’t just handing them a flyer or discussing competition. It's about making them feel welcome, excited and connected. Here’s how to make that happen.

Chapter Strategy

Money Moves: Effective Fundraising for Your Chapter

Aug 1, 2025

The best chapters treat fundraising like a business: they plan smart, market well and get creative. Here’s how to make money moves that matter!

Partners

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.

Conferences

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.

Career Insights

Intuit’s 2026 Life-ing Report: How New Grads Are Navigating The Financial Transition To Adulthood

May 18, 2026

Graduation is a memorable ‘life-ing’ moment for many people. To spotlight what this transition actually looks like for today’s graduates, Intuit surveyed recent and soon-to-be college graduates across the classes of 2023 through 2026.

Partners

16 Personal Finance Terms Everyone Should Know

May 18, 2026

Learning the language of personal finance is one of the most practical steps you can take toward feeling more in control of your money. This guide walks you through 16 essential terms, from everyday basics to more advanced concepts.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Tradeshow Planning

May 18, 2026

Step into the role of the owner of Splendid Foods, a business that produces varieties of protein bars, granola bars and other nutritious snacks. Your business partner has asked you to determine the marketing plan for a food industry trade show.

DECA News

Apply Today for the Adobe x DECA Luminary 2026 Program

May 11, 2026

The DECA Luminary Program is an opportunity for exceptional chapter advisors who not only excel in their roles but also show strong potential to mentor fellow advisors within their chartered associations by leading professional learning experiences.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Destination Skillcation

May 11, 2026

Step into the role of the marketing consultant hired by Bird Investigate, a company that offers bird-watching and bird-identifying tours. The owner of Bird Investigate wants you to rebrand the company.

Compete

Your Guide to Understanding DECA ICDC's Competitive Event Process and Performance Reports

May 8, 2026

If you're looking for more information on DECA's International Career Development Conference competitive events process and performance reports, look no further! Explore these frequently asked questions and answers.

Conferences

Download ICDC 2026 Certificates and Competitor Performance Reports

May 8, 2026

Learn how to download certificates and competitive event performance reports from DECA's 2026 Collegiate and High School International Career Development Conferences.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: A Kid Character On Social Media

May 4, 2026

Step into the role of the director of corporate communications for Orangey, a popular animated series for preschoolers. The president wants you to decide how to proceed on social media and develop a communications plan that will deliver a strategic message.

DECA News

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

May 1, 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.

Conferences

Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Post Conference FAQs

Apr 27, 2026

We hope you enjoyed your time in Louisville for Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing A New Branded Hotel TV Channel

Apr 27, 2026

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Celebrate Hotels, a chain of boutique style hotels. The vice president of marketing wants you to redesign the Celebrate channel found on all televisions in guestrooms.

Conferences

Watch the DECA ICDC 2026 Grand Opening Session

Apr 25, 2026

The 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session is happening on Saturday, April 25, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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Preparing for DECA Glass: High Plains Technology Center’s Competition Prep Session

Dec 18, 2025

High Plains Technology Center DECA hosted a competition preparation session to help members sharpen their skills, gain confidence, and get ready for the competition stage.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge Winners

Dec 18, 2025

Almost 1,400 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge. Students learned about audience targeting, content scheduling and promotion to drive product sales.

Leadership

Why Human Connection Still Matters in a Digital Business World

Dec 18, 2025

In a world that is constantly evolving, the ability to connect with others will always remain a competitive advantage. Understanding the value of relationships is just as important as mastering technical skills.

DECA News

Add Collegiate DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2025

Winter break is the perfect time to relax, recharge and reset for the second part of the school year, but you don't have to take a break from DECA! Here are some helpful tips to stay involved and beat any winter break boredom.

DECA News

Add DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2025

Winter break offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge and reset for the second part of the year, but you don't have to take a break from DECA! Here’s a list of useful tips to keep you engaged and overcome any winter break boredom.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Fake Reviews vs Paid Influencers

Dec 15, 2025

Step into the role of an ethical consultant hired by the chief operations officer at Watcher, a premium television network that is available as an added channel on cable and satellite providers or as a streaming video on demand service.

Chapter Strategy

5 Secrets to Social Media with John Champe DECA

Dec 11, 2025

John Champe DECA’s social media presence is skyrocketing, with Instagram engagement up over 1200%. Here’s how consistent, high-quality, student-focused content keeps our rapidly growing chapter connected and thriving.

DECA News

Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2025 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Dec 9, 2025

This year, over 100 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three performers!

DECA News

The 2026-27 Collegiate Executive Officer Candidate Guide is Now Available

Dec 9, 2025

Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Candidate Guide is now available. Learn what it takes to become a candidate.

DECA News

The 2026-27 High School Division Executive Officer Candidate Guide is Now Available

Dec 9, 2025

Do you have what it takes to serve as a DECA Executive Officer? Download this year's High School Division Executive Officer Candidate Guide.

Chapter Strategy

Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Olivia Fluharty

Dec 9, 2025

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.

Leadership

Stage Presence in Business: Turning Public Speaking into a Competitive Edge

Dec 8, 2025

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.