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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.
Pitch Decks: Your Questions Answered
New for the 2025-26 school year, six competitive events will replace the previously required 10-page written paper with a 20-slide pitch deck. Check out this article for answers to questions about the change to Pitch Decks.
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.
Download the 2025-2026 DECA Guide
The DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, access competitive event guidelines and so much more!
DECA Hosts Luminary Program Powered by Adobe in San Francisco
This elite professional development experience brings together distinguished DECA chapter advisors from across the DECA network to deepen their leadership, instructional, and digital skills in a unique “train-the-trainer” format.
How your DECA Judge Thinks like a Shark Tank Investor
DECA judges use mental shortcuts just like investors. Learn how to craft your pitch to match their mindset and make your project more memorable.
From FOMO to Finalist: How to Bounce Back After ICDC
Competing in DECA is an opportunity that shapes young business leaders in a multitude of ways. So whether you placed this year or not, your DECA journey is far from over. Set the precedent for a new year, one filled with growth, confidence and achievement.
Recharge, Reassess and Restore: Your Chapter’s Guide to a Successful Summer
DECA doesn’t have to stop just because school is out. As a leader, take advantage of the summer months to prepare your chapter best to Go The Extra in the fall with three key tips: recharge, reassess and restore.
Navigating the Summer Before College
The summer before college is a unique and often overlooked chapter in the story of your academic journey. It’s a season that offers more than rest – it’s an opportunity to intentionally prepare, reflect and reset.
The Best Leaders Go The Extra—Starting In The Summer
The summer months offer the perfect opportunity to get a head start on your goals before the school year kicks into high gear. Here are some tips to help you start your officer term off strong!
Level Up This Summer: The Strength of Volunteering
Leadership doesn't end when the school year does, and neither should your impact. Volunteering is one of the most fulfilling ways to level up as a student, leader and citizen.
Finish Strong, Start Stronger: Carrying This Year’s DECA Lessons into the Future
It’s time to reflect on all you’ve accomplished—and more importantly, what you’ve learned. As summer begins, you’re presented with an opportunity: to take those lessons and use them to fuel what’s next.
2025 Accounting Trends: Shaping the Future of Finance
The accounting profession is changing rapidly as we approach 2025 through a new lens. This year will be driven by the growth of technology and the need for sustainability.
Bridging Generations: My Journey with DECA as a Collegiate Member and Parent
Through DECA, I've gained valuable business skills as an adult student and deepened my connection with my son as we navigate our educational journeys together.
Don't Let Your Resume Freeze
The resume is a pivotal tool used in the interview process, so it is important to make sure that it is sharp and well-developed.
DECA Alumni Spotlight: Gautam Ajjarapu
DECA alumni are more than just former members—they are changemakers, innovators and leaders in their careers. In this article meet Gautam Ajjarapu, an alumni recently featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 for his work helping financial institutions worldwide.
Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors
As DECA advisors, one of our crucial roles is helping student members navigate the technical requirements of written events. Use this article to guide your student members in avoiding common penalty point deductions.
Join the 2025 Collegiate Content Creation Team
Are you a Collegiate DECA member who loves to do content creation and marketing? Learn more on how you can join the Collegiate Content Creation Team today.
Case Study of the Week: Can Existing Customers Find New Customers?
Step into the role of the owner of Good Pet, an online company that sells premium pet treats. Your business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will help the company gain new customers.
Get Ready for Session Two of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game
Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the second session of the DECA Stock Market Game which kicks off on February 3, 2025.
Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2024-2025 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors
DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the first session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.
Case Study of the Week: January and February are Slooooow!
Step into the role of the director of marketing for Jubilant Ranch, an extremely popular amusement park. The chief marketing officer wants you to choose one market to target for a promotion that would increase attendance in January and February.
Accelerate into Association Conference Season
As Collegiate DECA members begin the new year, members within chartered associations get ready to compete at their association conferences. Learn the important details on how to make the most of your association's Career Development Conference experience.
Preparing for Competition Season
As competition season approaches, dive into event samples, practice role-plays and make the most of DECA's sample exams to fine-tune your skills and master time management for the big day.
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DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference
Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.
Army ROTC Awards Over $900,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members
Five DECA members are the recipients of over $900,000 in total scholarships from the Army ROTC.
DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor
DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.
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.
Meet the 2023-2024 DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2023-2024 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.
Congratulations to the 2023 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2023 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!
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.
2022-2023 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The 2022-2023 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Chartered Association Officer Luncheon at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.
DECA Honors 2022-2023 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.
Case Study of the Week: How to Deliver Entertainment Along with Food?
Step into the role of marketing director for Friendly’s Club House, a chain of family entertainment centers and restaurants. Friendly’s Club House offers a limited menu of food and beverages, arcade games, amusement rides, dance floors, and special areas for birthday parties.
Your First Credit Card
If you feel like you’re ready for your first credit card, having a budget and doing the research before accepting the first offer is important. Getting a credit card is an important step on your financial journey and climbing onto the ladder of responsibility.
Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Top 10 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.
