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How Three of DECA’s Corporate Partners Leverage the Holiday Season to Strengthen Their Businesses
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.
Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2026 Promo Video
Embark on a quest that will awaken your thirst for knowledge in Louisville, KY, for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip.
Over 3,000 DECA Members Gathered at the 2025 Ultimate DECA Power Trip
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!
MDA Holiday Retail Campaigns
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.
SBE Chapter Certification Submission Site Is Open
The SBE chapter certification submission site is now open for chapters to submit their projects. Check out this article for key reminders as you prepare to submit your project.
Case Study of the Week: The Risks and Rewards of Investing
Step into the role of an investment advisor. A client has asked you about the risks and rewards of investing.
The Gift That Keeps on Giving: Making the Most Out of Scholarship Season
This holiday season, remember that some of the most meaningful gifts come from effort, passion, and perseverance. By dedicating time to scholarship applications, you’re not just applying for financial aid; you’re investing in your dreams.
Evaluating Your Chapter's Mid-Year Success: A Guide for Chapter Officers
Taking the time to evaluate your chapter's mid-year success is about understanding your members, your goals, and the impact you're having on them.
Your Guide to Becoming a Finalist in DECA
If you’re aiming for a finalist-quality performance in DECA competition, it takes more than just “doing the test." Here are high-impact strategies that go beyond the basics, helping you compete with purpose, plan and confidence.
Elevate Your Chapter Meetings to the Next Level
As student leaders, it’s our responsibility to continually innovate and attract as many members as possible to our meetings. Here are seven creative chapter meetings to be the start to your chapter’s best meetings yet.
Behind Every Chapter is a Leader to Thank: A DECA Advisor Spotlight for Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, Winston Churchill DECA is spotlighting our advisor, Ms Showen, whose dedication and leadership have helped our chapter thrive. Discover more about her journey as an advisor and her reflections on being part of the DECA community!
Case Study of the Week: Choosing Merchandise For a New Demographic
Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Bright Ties, a women’s apparel retailer. The director of merchandising wants your help in planning merchandise assortment to appeal to a new demographic.
Download the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Mobile App
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.
Beyond the Conference: Things to Do in Louisville
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.
Exploring Careers: Finance
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.
A How-to for Recruiting Incoming First Year Students
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: Employee Engagement Survey
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.
Meet The 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Content Creation Team
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.
Meet the 2026 CDECA ICDC Professional Development Series Speakers
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: Time For A Spinoff
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 Announces the 2026-2027 Membership Theme: Next Big Thing
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.
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.
Case Study of the Week: Learning About Money Markets
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.
Consumers Leaning into St. Patrick’s Day in 2026 as Holiday Spending Climbs
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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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!
4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Association or Chapter Brand
A strong brand not only attracts new members but also energizes current ones, engages partners, and positions your chapter or association as a leader in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.
Meet the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators
The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators! Team members will help grow the DECA brand by showcasing their unique DECA experience.
From Small Chapter to Big Impact
Learn how to grow your small chapter while building strong connections, creating meaningful opportunities and turning your size into your greatest advantage!
How to Host the Ultimate First DECA Meeting: Engage, Excite, Enroll
Your first DECA meeting sets the tone for the year. Start with energy, make leadership personal and get everyone moving. When members feel connected and excited from day one, they'll want to stick around.
Go The Extra with the Collegiate DECA Membership Recruitment Toolkit
Ready to Go The Extra this recruitment season? We've got you covered with DECA’s Membership Recruitment Toolkit, packed with resources to help your chapter succeed this back-to-school season!
Go The Extra with DECA's Membership Recruitment Toolkit
Ready to Go The Extra this recruitment season? We've got you covered with DECA’s Membership Recruitment Toolkit, packed with resources to help your chapter succeed this back-to-school season!
Case Study of the Week: College is Expensive!
Step into the role of a financial advisor meeting with a new client. The client wants you to explain financial responsibilities that should be of concern at this stage in life.
DECA AT&T Project 2024-2025: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities
Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the DECA AT&T Project continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.
