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Get to Know the 2025-2026 Executive Officers
During this year's DECA ICDC in Orlando, members elected the leaders who will serve during the 2025-2026 school year. As the team prepares to Go The Extra this year, take a moment to learn more about the faces behind the blazers and the stories that led them here.
How to Track Your Chapter’s Summer Goals Like a Pro
Summer is the perfect time to build momentum for your DECA chapter. Start small, stay organized, check in often and keep your purpose in focus to turn summer goals into real success when school starts.
Ingredients of Successful Chapter Leadership
Successful management for DECA depends on teamwork, roles, motivation, communication, flexibility, planning and leadership. These are the recipes for a successful team that can do incredible things and learn together.
Innovative Advisors Wanted for DECA's Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week
Help DECA spotlight advisors from across the organization for their creative, original and effective best practices in their classroom and in their chapter.
Go The Extra with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter
We are excited to deliver all the resources you need to showcase “This Is How We Do DECA” in one branded box! This is your all-in-one kit to start the school year.
Summer Kickoff Events: Starting the Year on a High Note
A summer kickoff event with your DECA chapter is one of the best ways to build early excitement, make important contacts and begin recruiting members even before the school year starts.
5 Ways to Maximize Your ELS Leadership Experience
Whether it’s your first time at ELS or you’re back for another summer of DECA excellence, these five tips will help you make the most of your ELS experience and ensure you leave more inspired, empowered and ready to lead!
Exploring Phoenix During ELS
With its vibrant downtown, warm weather and inspiring atmosphere, Phoenix is the perfect backdrop for leadership growth and unforgettable memories at ELS. Looking to make the most out of your time? Check out these spots before your departure!
Take Off with Travel Marketing
Not only is summer a time of increasing temperatures, but it's also a time of increased travel. Here are three marketing techniques used within the travel and tourism industry for you to consider during summer travel.
Making the Most of Your Summer with DECA
We’re well into summer, but your DECA journey doesn’t have to hit pause just because school is out. Whether you’re looking to build your resume, strengthen your leadership skills or stay connected with the DECA community, there are countless ways to make this summer one to remember!
The Summer of DECA Quest
Summer of DECA is ready for takeoff! This digital scavenger hunt is packed with exciting missions and will be updated weekly throughout the summer. From catching sunsets to mapping out your 2025-2026 DECA goals, there's an adventure waiting for everyone.
2025 Advisor Professional Learning Virtual Conference Keynote Speaker & Sessions
DECA is excited to share a look at the 2025 Advisor Professional Learning Virtual Conference keynote speaker and sessions. Join us on July 23-24 for two days filled with content focusing on instructional content that connects DECA to the classroom.
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.
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.
How DECA Prepares You for a Career in Consulting
Many members don’t realize how closely their competitive events experience mirrors a career in consulting. Check out five skills that members learn in DECA that can easily be applied to a career in consulting.
Combating AI Tensions with Responsibility
Across industries, firms have begun tying AI use to performance evaluations and promotion decisions. Regardless of opinions, this direction represents a broader shift in the workplace: augmenting your work with AI is an expectation.
Congratulations to DECA's 2025-26 Scholarship Recipients
DECA is pleased to announce the 2025-26 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Leadership Passport Recipients
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.
How Collegiate DECA Members Can Turn Their Skills into Real Businesses
Collegiate DECA prepares students for real-world success. By starting small, leveraging their network and taking action, CDECA members can build leadership and entrepreneurial experience long before graduation.
Everyone Starts Somewhere: Supporting First-Year DECA Members
One way UNLV Collegiate DECA supports high school members is by sponsoring competitive events at the State Career Development Conference. Learn more about the importance of supporting the younger generation of future leaders.
Case Study of the Week: Expanding Into Fashion Accessories
Step into the director of marketing for Kosport, a brand of backpacks that are sold at various retailers across the country. Kosport has been making backpacks for over 60-years and is the most well-known brand for school-use backpacks.
Apply to Join the Collegiate DECA ICDC Content Creation Team
Are you attending Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville this year? Well, we have the perfect opportunity for you. Apply to join the Collegiate DECA ICDCContent Creation Team!
Case Study of the Week: Transitioning Due To Ethics
Step into the role of a small business owner that runs Pets for You, a pet shop that sells dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, snakes and fish. You began Pets for You 20 years ago. As a lifelong pet lover, you wanted to start a business that would help connect people and pets with forever homes.
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Fundraising: Advancement Office and Alumni Engagement
Explore how you chapter can collaborate with the Alumni Engagement and Advancement Offices on your campus for resources and ways to set up a financial account to raise crucial funds for your Collegiate DECA chapter.
Turning Small Fundraisers into Success
While raising funds for an event or cause can be difficult, there's always an opportunity to make it a success. Here are some tips on how to turn a small opportunity into a successful one.
How to Leverage Your Experience with LinkedIn
A professional image is crucial for anyone looking to network or land a job. What is the key to utilizing a platform such as LinkedIn as a tool to expand your presence? Here, you can learn tips to leverage your profile to land the next opportunity.
Giving Back with Servant Leadership
Embracing servant leadership and prioritizing community service has a positive impact on your DECA chapter in many ways. Integrating these principles into your leadership practices ensures that your chapter makes a meaningful difference in the community and beyond.
3 Things You Need to Do to Get a Job During Winter Break
If you're aiming to secure a job during winter break, now is the time to act. By tailoring your resume, leveraging Collegiate DECA networks, and engaging with industry professionals, you can set yourself apart from other applicants.
Investing in Collegiate DECA Alumni and Professional Membership
Membership within Collegiate DECA isn’t just for students and advisors. We also welcome alumni and business community members to join in the fun of our division. Learn more about how to invest in alumni and professional members.
The Business Behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is not only a beloved holiday tradition but also a business operation demanding extensive planning, resources and strategy. Let’s break down the business side of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
We’re Better Together: Building a Community in Your Chapter
Local chapters are the foundation of DECA’s success. Without collaboration and camaraderie among members, we lose our strength. Here are ideas for creating a thriving community within your chapter.
Thanking Your Advisors
This DECA Month, we recognize all advisors' hard work and commitment. With November being the season of gratitude, DECA encourages you to show your advisors how thankful you are for them.
Networking Like a Pro at Events
With fall conferences underway, now is the perfect time to sharpen your networking skills. Whether you’re attending in-person events or virtual calls, here’s how to make the most of every opportunity and build lasting connections!
Bouncing Back from Burnout
As midterms approach and stress levels rise, many students may experience burnout. This guide offers three key strategies—setting boundaries, reconnecting with personal joy and seeking support—to help you bounce back and reclaim your well-being.
Exploring Community Service with DECA's Partners
There are many benefits to getting involved in community service. In this article, three of our valued partners answer questions about the importance of community service and its impact on their lives, professionally and personally.
