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April is Financial Literacy Month: Join the Movement with DECA

Apr 1, 2026

Now is the time to boost financial confidence in your classroom with a plug-and-play, 60-minute activity that requires zero prep and no prior finance teaching expertise.

Career Insights

From Profile to Portfolio: Building a Professional Online Resume

Apr 1, 2026

For DECA members preparing for internships, leadership opportunities or future careers, creating a professional online resume is a powerful way to showcase your skills and experiences.

College Success

Financial Literacy Month: Saving for College

Apr 1, 2026

Financial Literacy Month is about learning how to invest in your future. Saving for college may seem intimidating, but preparation, confidence and smart decision‑making are what students carry forward.

Conferences

Maximizing the Experience of a Lifetime: DECA ICDC

Apr 1, 2026

Once you are at ICDC, you may be wondering: How can I make this experience truly exceptional? The answer isn’t just in what you do, it’s in how intentionally you choose to experience every moment.

Conferences

Own Your Moment in Atlanta

Apr 1, 2026

You’ve made it! It’s ICDC 2026 time in Atlanta, Georgia. The choices you have to GO THE EXTRA in Atlanta are limitless. Here are seven ways to make the most of your time in ICDC.

Chapter Strategy

Defining Your DECA Legacy

Apr 1, 2026

As the bright lights of ICDC begin to dim, and if this is your final year in DECA, you may be met with a new realization: what comes next? Learn how to ensure your impact lasts for years to come.

Conferences

Download the 2026 DECA ICDC Program + Mobile App

Mar 30, 2026

Get ready to gather with 26,000 attendees at DECA's International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA! Download the conference program now to start planning your custom experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Employee Engagement Survey

Mar 30, 2026

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.

Partners

How to Purchase & Download Your AMA Associate in Marketing Management Certificate

Mar 27, 2026

Eligible DECA members can now purchase and download their AMA Associate in Marketing Management Certificate thanks to DECA's partnership with the American Marketing Association.

Conferences

Why You Should Be at the DECA Rock the Block Party in ATL

Mar 27, 2026

If you haven’t considered adding the DECA Rock the Block Party to your DECA ICDC itinerary, discover three reasons why you should!

Leadership

Women’s History Month: Empowering Future Female Leaders Through DECA

Mar 27, 2026

Through exposure to Career and Technical Education, the next generation of impactful women is equipped with the knowledge, experience and confidence to make a positive impact in our community.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker

Mar 24, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce that sWooZie will deliver the keynote during the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Chapter Strategy

Inclusivity in DECA: Building a Chapter That Welcomes Everyone

Oct 7, 2025

For DECA members to thrive, they need to feel seen, heard, and, most importantly, welcomed. Here are a few simple but powerful ways to build that kind of culture in your chapter

Career Insights

Trick or Treat: Seasonal Business Moves

Oct 7, 2025

From burrito deals to ketchup turned “blood,” companies get creative every October, though not every idea is a treat. Check out the best campaigns that nailed it and the trick campaigns that missed the mark!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Dealing With Internal and External Public Relations

Oct 6, 2025

Step into the role of the director of public relations for Gemini Products. The president of the company wants you to create a company statement in response to public backlash over a company event and determine how to communicate with staff about providing information to reporters.

Career Insights

How to Start a Business with No Money in 8 Steps

Oct 3, 2025

Today, it’s faster and easier than ever to get your business up and running without the need for funding. Let’s look at the eight steps it takes to start a business with no money.

Career Insights

From National Pancake Day to Sleep Awareness Week: Unlock the Power of Social Media Holidays

Oct 3, 2025

These holidays aren’t just for fun—they’re powerful tools for brands to connect with audiences in authentic, engaging ways. Tapping into these trends allows businesses to join broader conversations, boost visibility, and showcase personality.

Leadership

From Umm to Aha! Tools That Help You Speak Clearly and Confidently

Oct 2, 2025

Let’s face it, speaking in public can be scary. Even professionals still feel nervous at times! The real question is, what tools are available to help turn those nerves into power? Learn more in this article.

Leadership

The Business of Basketball: NBA Lessons for DECA Leaders

Oct 1, 2025

With a global reach and billions in revenue, the NBA is a business powerhouse. For people involved in DECA, there’s real value in understanding how the world of the NBA and basketball highly connects to the world of business.

Career Insights

Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkin Price: How Fall Flavors Fuel the Economy

Oct 1, 2025

Pumpkin spice is a cultural phenomenon generating millions. For DECA members, it’s a reminder that creativity, consumer psychology and timing can turn a small idea into a spice-tacular business case.

Chapter Strategy

Scroll-Stopping Chapter Branding: How to Win on Social Media

Oct 1, 2025

Your social media is more than a feed; it’s your chapter’s brand. And building that brand doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how to make your content stand out.

Career Insights

Finding Success Through DECA’s Career Clusters

Oct 1, 2025

When you view career exploration as an adventure, the process becomes exciting. DECA’s five career clusters offer a simple way to begin that journey and help you find a path that aligns with your interests and aspirations.

Chapter Strategy

Chapter Socials for the Fall Season

Oct 1, 2025

It’s the perfect time to start celebrating fall and fall into some chapter socials that will get your members involved and networking! You never know how the connections you build now will impact your future.

Conferences

Networking with Purpose: How to Maximize Your Time at Engage

Oct 1, 2025

You’ve heard it before: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” When it comes to getting a job, that phrase holds weight. But when it comes to keeping a job, that’s where your knowledge, skills and results will carry you.

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Chapter Strategy

Turning Ambition into Action: Smart Ways to Fundraise for ICDC

Mar 1, 2026

From conference registration to flights and hotel stays, attending ICDC requires strategic financial planning. The good news? With creativity, organization and teamwork, fundraising can be just as empowering as competing.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 CEWD Power Perks Challenge Winners

Feb 26, 2026

CEWD and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Power Perks Challenge!

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 IIA Community Impact Challenge Winners

Feb 26, 2026

Infinity Insurance Agency (IIA) and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Community Impact Challenge!

Conferences

Glowing and Growing: How the Season of Spring Can Help You Bloom at ICDC

Feb 25, 2026

Just as flowers need preparation before they bloom, competitors need intentional planning to truly shine on the international stage. This spring, focus on glowing and growing so you can bloom at ICDC.

Chapter Strategy

How CTE Shapes the Workforce of Tomorrow

Feb 25, 2026

CTE empowers students to explore careers and interests. By taking CTE classes, students now have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and graduate with academic and real-world knowledge, preparing the future workforce.

Spotlights

Celebrating Black Innovators During Black History Month

Feb 24, 2026

As Black History Month comes to a close, the celebration doesn’t have to. Learn more about influential inventors and entrepreneurs who have made daily life easier for consumers in the current market.

Chapter Strategy

The DECA Drop Episode 4: Go the Extra at Your Association Conference

Feb 24, 2026

Your 2025–2026 Executive Officer Team saw how podcasts were taking off and wanted to give DECA members the same kind of experience: a place to pick up tips, hear updates and get to know our team!

Compete

Overcoming Competition Day Nerves

Feb 24, 2026

For most DECA students, the most challenging part of a role-play isn’t the prompt; it's the nerves in a competitive environment. Learn about simple mindset fixes that can help increase confidence and boost scoring results.

Chapter Strategy

Discovering DECA Beyond Graduation

Feb 24, 2026

For four years, DECA opened new doors for us. As seniors, we assume graduation closes the door on them. But what if it hands us a new key? DECA doesn’t have to end at graduation, especially within national and association opportunities.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 NASPO Strategic School Procurement Challenge Winners

Feb 24, 2026

NASPO and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Strategic School Procurement Challenge!

Conferences

Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker

Feb 24, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce that Charles Clark will deliver the keynote during the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Compete

UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” Sessions

Feb 24, 2026

UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” sessions give members extra time beyond regular meetings to practice case studies, work on projects and get feedback from peers. It is where preparation turns into confidence.