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Words of Wisdom: Pieces of Advice From DECA Advisors
Chapters across the nation are preparing for one of the most exciting times of the year. To better understand these key elements, we asked DECA advisors in Florida DECA District 8 for advice they would give to members.
From Vision to Verity: How to Stay Consistent with Your 2026 Goals
As we begin February, many New Year’s Resolutions fade into wistful aspirations instead of life-changing habits. Here are some of my favorite tips for keeping consistent when the New Year’s sparkle wears off.
Tips for Small Chapter Growth
Although new chapter obstacles often felt insurmountable, every successful chapter begins in the same position. Here is a quick guide to help your DECA chapter prepare for future success!
2026 is the New 2016? How a Meme Redefined an Artist and a Culture
If culture moves in cycles, then 2026 is pressing rewind. A growing nostalgia for the mid-2010s is redefining how brands market, how artists resurface, and how Gen Z defines cultural identity.
Participate in the Non-Competitive Stock Market Game Session
The SIFMA Foundation is offering a non-competitive DECA Stock Market Game running from February 9 through April 16, 2026. This is a great opportunity for students to test out the simulation and prepare for the Fall's Stock Market Game ICDC qualifier.
More Than Football: The Business Strategy Driving the Super Bowl
Beyond the touchdowns and the trophies, the Super Bowl has evolved into a billion-dollar experience and is a significant example of sophisticated marketing and business operations worldwide.
Choose Your ATL Adventure: DECA ICDC 2026 Attraction Ticket Options
After your DECA ICDC activities have wrapped for the day, explore all that Atlanta has to offer. The city is simply alive, always evolving and raising the bar on one-of-a-kind experiences you’ll be talking about for years to come!
Congratulations to the 2025-26 NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners
DECA Inc. and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge.
Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award
If you know an exceptional DECA leader, consider recognizing them with the DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award. The application window is open until March 31, 2026.
Case Study of the Week: Marketing Safe Winter Driving
Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy, a rental car agency that caters to budget-conscious travelers. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.
Why Join the U.S. Air Force? Building Skills, Experience and Long-Term Opportunity
Choosing how to begin your career is about finding an environment where you can develop skills, gain experience and grow professionally over time. The U.S. Air Force offers a hands-on pathway that combines training, education and responsibility.
Love Sells: What Valentine’s Day Teaches Us About Consumer Behavior
While Valentine’s Day is often viewed as a celebration of relationships, from a business perspective, it represents something else entirely: a powerful case study in consumer behavior.
Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Members 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 Member of the Month and what makes them extraordinary leaders.
Sending DECA Love this Valentine's Day
Let your DECA bestie, competition partner and fellow chapter members know how much they mean to you with this year's DECA Valentines!
Effective Networking Activities for Your Collegiate DECA Chapter
As college students, learning to network can be daunting. A way your chapter can overcome this is by hosting networking events with additional business organizations to create a more comfortable environment.
Case Study of the Week: Spot The Weaknesses
Step into the role of an accounting auditor hired by Operation Care, a local nonprofit organization. The chair of the board of trustees wants to increase accounting controls and has asked you to review current controls, report weaknesses and make recommendations.
Your Complete Guide to 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville
This April 18-21, Collegiate DECA is headed to Louisville, KY, for Collegiate DECA ICDC! From booking your flight to planning fun activities in Louisville, this article breaks down everything you need to know to create your itinerary.
What Goes into Hosting the Super Bowl?
Behind the scenes, a massive financial and logistical effort is underway to make Super Bowl LX happen in Santa Clara. Let’s break down exactly how much it costs and who bears each cost.
Boosting Social Media Engagement: How Collegiate DECA Chapters Can Build a Stronger Digital Community
Social media is your chapter’s first impression — use member‑focused content, consistent posting and collaboration to build a stronger, more connected Collegiate DECA community.
Case Study of the Week: Marketing Safe Winter Driving
Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy, a rental car agency that caters to budget-conscious travelers. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.
Pressure Forges Diamonds: 10 Practical Public Speaking Tips for DECA Competitors
DECA competitions place students in high-pressure speaking environments where performance is evaluated, timed and compared. Here are practical public speaking tips specifically for DECA competitors.
Why Join the U.S. Air Force? Building Skills, Experience and Long-Term Opportunity
Choosing how to begin your career is about finding an environment where you can develop skills, gain experience and grow professionally over time. The U.S. Air Force offers a hands-on pathway that combines training, education and responsibility.
CTE Month is More than a Celebration
CTE Month is a time to spotlight the programs, students and educators preparing the next generation of leaders, innovators and professionals. It is about building confidence, creating opportunity and shaping futures.
Understanding Collegiate DECA Competitions
Reviewing what goes into prepared business presentations, individual case studies, and team case studies will help you take on your association-level competition and later Collegiate DECA ICDC.
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More Than a Tour: 7 Tips to Make the Most of College Visits
For high school DECA members, college tours can transform uncertainty into certainty. Approach them with an open mindset, curiosity and, of course, good walking shoes. Here are seven tips to Go The Extra on your next college visit.
Starting the Year Strong in DECA: Tips for Every Chapter and Member
The beginning of a new school year is the perfect opportunity to build momentum, connect with both new and returning students, and set the stage for a successful year ahead. Here’s advice from DECA members and chapters on how to start strong this year.
DECA & The Muscular Dystrophy Association Celebrate 45 Years of Partnership
This collaboration has empowered generations of emerging leaders to make a real difference in their communities while supporting groundbreaking research, care and advocacy for individuals and families living with neuromuscular diseases.
Collegiate DECA Member and Chapter of the Month Recognition Opportunities
This year, everyone is excited to Go The Extra, and we’re excited to see how you and your chapters do it! Submit you, your chapter, another individual or another chapter for our Member of the Month or Chapter of the Month opportunity.
Go The Extra with DECA's Corporate Challenges
DECA Challenges provide members opportunities to demonstrate the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom through innovative challenges in partnership with several corporate partners.
Compete in Session One of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game
Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the first round of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) beginning on September 8, 2025.
Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game
DECA members are invited to participate in the DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) beginning on September 8, 2025.
Case Study of the Week: Troubles in the Drive-Thru
Step into the role of a general manager for Better Burger, a fast food restaurant with two drive thru lanes. The district manager wants you to suggest methods to handle complaints about new technology in the drive thru.
Level Up with the Collegiate DECA Passport Program
Want to level up your skills? Look no further than the Collegiate DECA Passport program! It’s your roadmap to try new things, grow professionally and make your DECA journey more than a competition.
Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Sean Lewis
Sean Lewis, DECA advisor and marketing teacher at Hillgrove High School in Georgia, has built a thriving chapter by blending classroom instruction with real-world business experiences.
Enhance Your Collegiate DECA ICDC Experience with the Thunder Over Louisville
Since 1988, Thunder Over Louisville has served as the official opening session for the Kentucky Derby season, and we are so excited to incorporate it into this year’s #CDECAICDC experience.
8 Ways To Use the Membership Video for Back-to-School Recruitment
Discover eight ways members are using the 2025-26 DECA membership video during their events and meetings this back-to-school season and get ideas for your own chapter!
