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Maximize Your Black Friday Shopping Experience
Black Friday has come a long way since its early days. What started as a one-day event has now become a week-long shopping extravaganza and the growth of e-commerce has revolutionized Black Friday shopping.
Workplace Skills for Success
Unlock your path to success in the dynamic job market by discovering 7 emerging workplace skills you need to stay ahead of the competition. This article guides you to becoming the ideal candidate in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.
Chapter Campaigns: Ideas for Involvement
Are you and your chapter looking at ways to develop your program of leadership and gain recognition during the best month of the year, DECA Month? Check out this article to learn about all five of DECA’s Chapter Campaigns and ideas for submission.
Represent the DECA Blue: What Does Your Blazer Mean to You?
DECA Blazers don't just represent us during events; they collect our stories and are a big part of our DECA experience. Find out how much they mean to our members by hearing their stories in this article!
Exploring Non-Profit Careers
In this article, Cassidy Creighton, the Development Coordinator with NPCF, explains her college experience, navigating the job market and her first career in the non-profit sector.
Announcing the Winners of the 2023 DECA Pumpkin Contest
Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! With a record number of 650+ submissions from members all across the DECA world, the selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!
Case Study of the Week: Expanding the Product Mix at a Mobile Salon
Step into the role of the owner of Fresh Look Mobile, a business that provides mobile hair-cutting services. Your business partner thinks it would be smart to expand the product mix and has asked you for on brand suggestions.
How Florida DECA is Leading the Way for Positive Advocacy
Advocacy is a cornerstone of positive social change. It empowers individuals and communities to stand up for their beliefs, address issues and influence policy decisions. Learn more about how Florida DECA is making remarkable strides in advocacy.
Case Study of the Week: Recommending Amenities and Services
Step into the role of a hospitality consultant. You have been hired by the president of Skyward Airlines, to recommend amenities and services for a new hotel being built exclusively for Skyward employees.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 9,100 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.7 years.
Case Study of the Week: Promoting Hot Beverages
Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Conway’s, a drive-in fast food restaurant chain. The director of marketing wants you to inform the public of a new product line.
Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities
Finding a match with a prospective employer is complicated and takes time. Job seekers will want to prioritize organizations that invest in their employees and provide professional development opportunities, mentorship and other benefits!
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 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.
Go The Extra with the Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program
Go the Extra and stand out through the Leadership Passport Program! The Leadership Passport Program encourages members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the member experience.
Case Study of the Week: Investing in Smart Carts
Step into the role of the general manager for Valley Grocery, a large grocery store. The owner of the store wants you to analyze the possible economic benefits and risks of investing in new smart shopping carts.
Extra, Extra! Write All About Your DECA Experience
Whether it’s tips and tricks from your first competition experience or an impressive membership recruitment campaign, your DECA experience is worth sharing! Not sure where to start? Discover why you should submit, what to submit and how to submit your DECA story in this article.
Behind the Booth: How to Run an Impactful DECA Recruitment Table
Your DECA recruitment booth is your chapter's initial impression. Learn how to develop a captivating booth, tell your story authentically and turn interest into enrollment. This guide contains the essentials of what exactly works to get prospects to pause, listen and sign up.
Download the 2025-2026 Collegiate DECA Guide
The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.
Case Study of the Week: Can Posh be Swag?
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.
Prepping for a Record Year: Building Your Chapter’s Calendar with Purpose
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.
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DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 47th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 47th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 6,020 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 16.1 years.
Army ROTC Awards Over $2,000,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members
12 DECA members are the recipients of over $2,000,000 in total scholarships from the Army ROTC.
DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service
The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.
Introducing the 2024-2025 DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2024-2025 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.
2023-2024 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The 2023-2024 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Chartered Association Officer Luncheon at the International Career Development Conference in Anaheim.
Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!
DECA Honors 2023-2024 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations
DECA is proud to announce the chapters, associations and individuals who have earned high honors for serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.
Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2024 International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA!
Case Study of the Week: You Must be a Member to Shop Here!
Step into the role of an employee at Pat’s Club, a warehouse club that sells a wide variety of merchandise in large quantities. You must explain to a customer why they cannot shop at the store without purchasing a membership.
DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Top MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations
DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters and associations. Thank you for your incredible community service efforts.
DECA Celebrates the 2023-2024 Top 10 Chapters in the World
DECA is excited to congratulate the top 10 membership chapters in the world for the 2023-2024 academic year! Thank you to all chapters who worked to experience the difference in membership recruitment.
