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Establishing Your Target Market
The target market of your business is your ideal customer based on the product or services you are offering. Depending on the business, there may be more than one target market but it is important to establish your primary target market. In a School-based Enterprise, it might have teachers, parents, and students as your target market.

3 Reasons to Start a School-based Enterprise
Typically known as school stores, SBEs allow members to learn real-world marketing and business skills like selling, promotions and communication. Besides the personal benefits, here are three reasons to get started now!

5 Tips to Take Your LinkedIn to the Next Level
Are you new to the LinkedIn life, or maybe you're a highly experienced user? Either way, you can never know too many tips and tricks to guide you along the way. Read on for five tips that will help you make the most out of your experience and take your LinkedIn profile to the #NextLevel.

DECA Inc. Stands Against Racism in All Forms
We stand in solidarity with the Black communities – our members, alumni, partners and employees – in the fight against systemic racism and injustice.

Leadership Team Building Ideas
While social distancing, it can be difficult to connect with the members of your leadership team. However, it is vital to continue being productive and connected. We want all teams to have an extra strong start to the next school year in order to make up for lost activities and events. Below are my top five tips to keep the DECA spirit alive with your leadership team!

4 Tips for Summer Job and Internship Success
For many students, finding a summer job, career-defining internship or even a well-paid career can be challenging, and the current job market does not make it any easier. Additionally, some students are enduring the nightmare of having their internship or a job offer revoked, while others are shifting to working remotely.

Using Zoom to Unlock New Learning Opportunities
It’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown just about everyone for a loop. Like many educators, Sharon Cutler, a 15-year DECA chapter advisor and teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, has been looking for unique ways to engage her students through distance learning.

Mastering Virtual Interviews
A hiring manager emails to tell you they'd like you to interview for your dream position -- virtually. Now what? Watch this video to help you master your next virtual interview.

Meet the 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe and take our organization to the next level.

Tips for Acing Finals while Social Distancing
While finals this year will likely be accompanied by new challenges, that doesn’t mean they should be feared! Follow the steps below to ace your upcoming final exams with confidence.

DECA Members Receive Over $4.2 Million in Army ROTC Scholarships
Twenty-four DECA members are the recipients of over $4.2 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Members' Years of Service
Congratulations to several outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

Three Hats, One Head: Balancing School, Work and DECA
Between classes, jobs and DECA, finding balance takes that extra effort. Here are four tips to help you effectively balance responsibilities and make the most of every opportunity!

How to Place a Custom Order with Shop DECA
Looking to personalize your DECA gear? The Shop DECA team has made creating and ordering custom merchandise for your chapter simple and easy.

Alumni: Tell Us Your DECA Story!
DECA Inc. is excited to launch a new platform for alumni to share their DECA stories, become future volunteers and get involved with their associations.

Case Study of the Week: Luggage For Rent
Step into the role of an entrepreneur looking to develop a new project. A friend has an idea for a new business but needs help developing it into a feasible venture.

Shop DECA FAQs & Answers
How do I get a new blazer patch? Can I exchange or return a blazer? What is DECA+? The Shop DECA team is here to help answer some of your most frequently asked questions about Shop DECA products and processes.

DECA and the NRF Foundation Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership
For three decades, DECA Inc. and the NRF Foundation have shared a powerful vision: preparing the next generation of leaders for success in retail and beyond. This year, we proudly celebrate 30 years of collaboration, innovation and student impact.

From the Soccer Field to the DECA Stage: Starting the Kingwood High School Chapter
From chasing Division 1 dreams on the soccer field to building one of Texas's fastest-growing DECA chapters, I discovered that true leadership is about more than wins. It's about finding your voice, creating community and inspiring others to rise.

Building and Leading a Strong Officer Team
Building a strong DECA officer team takes effort, but it can make all the difference in a chapter's success. Explore the values that build a strong chapter officer team!

Stepping Into DECA: Lessons From My First Year
Are you a student who's new to DECA? If so, here's my advice from someone who was once in your shoes.

Racing into the School Year: East Paulding DECA's Membership Recruitment Campaign and Tactics
At East Paulding DECA, we were pleasantly challenged when the national DECA "Go the Extra" theme was released. After much thought and discussion, we happily chose a thrilling race car theme for our school's campaign.

Mastering Money: Why Finance Events Are Essential for DECA Members
Finance events help DECA members build real-world money management and consulting skills. From budgeting and investments to teamwork and client communication, this cluster prepares students for success both in and out of the competition setting.

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2026 Promo Video
Go The Extra at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Louisville, KY on April 18-21, 2026.
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Case Study of the Week: Choosing the Right Channel
Step into the role of an entrepreneur who has created a line of all-natural haircare products named Cleanse. Your business partner has asked you to analyze a list of four retailers that want to sell Cleanse products.

Wayne State DECA Launches: A New Era for Student Leaders
Wayne State University proudly launches its DECA chapter, which is dedicated to empowering students with professional skills, networking and business experience.

Congratulations to the Members that Achieved SBE Individual Certification
Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!

The Ultimate Recap of the 2024 Power Trip
Filled with workshops, the Competitive Excellence Experience and a VERY memorable DECA After Dark at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, members from across the globe had the opportunity to grow as leaders and network with others doing the same.

Over 2,500 DECA Members Gathered at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte
From November 15-17, 2024, over 2,500 DECA student and advisor members attended the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte, NC. Congratulations to the Competitive Excellence Experience top performers!

Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the first round of the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete during the DECA International Career Development Conference this spring.

Case Study of the Week: Spend, Spend, Spend!
Step into the role of a personal finance advisor. A new client is having difficulties saving and has asked you for help.

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: WCTC Collegiate DECA's Mini-Golf Social
WCTC Collegiate DECA strengthened team dynamics through the chapter's Mini-Golf Social. Members can apply this experience to the workplace and Be the One in Collegiate DECA.

The Importance of Professionalism
Professionalism can differentiate you from others in your industry and set you at a competitive advantage, which could lead to promotions and raises. How you show up matters!

Case Study of the Week: Contingency Factors in Hiring
Step into the role of the human resources manager at Kid’s Castle Daycare, a daycare center located in a medium sized town. You must explain to the human resources intern why assessment and contingency factors are important in hiring employees at the daycare center.

Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life
You don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. You can become the entrepreneur of your own life, navigating your personal and academic journey with the same creativity and determination that business leaders use to innovate and succeed.

Power Trip: Dining Options in Charlotte
Whether you crave international ingredients, something spicy or comfort food that reminds you of your childhood, you will get your fill at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte.