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Mixing It Up: The Secret Recipe to SBE Success

Sep 25, 2025

It's important to curate the perfect recipe for your school’s SBE and come up with ingredients to make it the best experience for your students. Here are three ingredients for making your SBE successful!

Chapter Strategy

Unlocking Recruitment Success: Insights from 4 Chapter Leaders

Sep 25, 2025

Attracting new and recurring members is a process that requires planning, collaboration and perseverance. Here are 4 chapter leaders’ insights on how to succeed at DECA recruitment.

Spotlights

DECA Duck Takes Flight at Smithville High School

Sep 24, 2025

Smithville High School’s DECA chapter has a new mascot, DECA Duck. What started as just a blue rubber ducky idea has become a school spirit sensation at DECA events and recruiting activities.

Chapter Strategy

IBM SkillsBuild to Launch 8-Part Webinar Series on AI for Educators

Sep 24, 2025

Starting September 25th, IBM SkillsBuild is launching an incredible 8-part webinar series designed specifically for educators ready to be enabled and become force multipliers.

College Success

Major Keys: Unlocking College Success with a DECA Mindset

Sep 23, 2025

Success doesn’t come from luck; it comes from preparation, strategy, mindset and staying true to yourself. For many, college feels like the biggest stage of their life. But in reality, it’s actually not all that different from being a DECA member.

Compete

Would Taylor Swift’s Marketing Score Well on a DECA Rubric?

Sep 23, 2025

Taylor Swift has clearly conquered the music industry, but what if she stepped into the world of DECA competition? Let’s look at how she would perform in each section of the Principles of Marketing Event.

Career Insights

This Week in Business: What High School Students Should Know

Sep 22, 2025

Business is constantly evolving. Keeping up with these changes is vital for DECA competitors and high school students and can also be the difference between competing in a role-play and winning one.

Chapter Strategy

The DECA Drop Premieres Episode 1: All Things DECA!

Sep 22, 2025

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!

Chapter Strategy

Everything You Need to Know for DECA SBE Week 2025

Sep 22, 2025

Each day of #DECASBEWeek has a social media theme unique to DECA’s school-based enterprise program. Be sure to participate by sharing photos or videos that correspond to the daily theme.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Protect a Mobile Bank Account From Identity Theft

Sep 22, 2025

Step into the role of a financial advisor at First Bank. A customer wants to open a mobile banking account to pay more bills online but is worried about identity theft and has asked for your help.

Career Insights

Filling The GAP: The Secret Behind Katseye's Viral Marketing

Sep 18, 2025

GAP’s recent marketing project shows that authentic brand representation, positive customer connections and creative engagement can be the key to marketing magic. Here's what the campaign teaches us about successful marketing.

College Success

From Role-play to Resume: Elevating Your College Application with DECA

Sep 18, 2025

Standing out on college applications goes beyond attending a few DECA meetings; the leadership opportunities, scholarships, networking and real-world skills can give you the edge you need to make your resume shine.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Hotel Package Pricing For Children?

Jan 12, 2026

Step into the role of the general manager for Hotel Jolie, a new luxury hotel set to open soon. Hotel Jolie is a deluxe family hotel resort located in a mountainous area that offers services and amenities for adults traveling with children of all ages.

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Jan 8, 2026

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2026. Check out special deals and discounts.

Compete

Get Ready for Session Two of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Jan 6, 2026

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the second session of the DECA Stock Market Game, which kicks off on January 26, 2026.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Customer Before The Coin

Jan 5, 2026

Step into the role of the district manager for Jefferson Bank, each with ten branch locations in your districts. The president of the bank has asked you to create a presentation for bank employees on the importance of customer relations in response to customer complaints.

Chapter Strategy

Creating Workshops that Inspire College Success

Jan 2, 2026

Create workshops that stick by combining clear goals, engaging visuals and hands‑on activities. With thoughtful planning and authentic facilitation, you can design experiences that empower college students and leave a lasting impact.

Chapter Strategy

How to Effectively Hold an Officer Meeting: The Indiana Collegiate DECA Way

Jan 2, 2026

As college students, it is essential to make the most of our time for leisure and relaxation. It is a necessity that we act efficiently to maximize our free time. This is how we do that at Indiana Collegiate DECA.

Partners

The Global Business Academy: Consulting Opportunities for DECA Members

Jan 1, 2026

DECA members are invited to join a summer Global Business Academy for eight days of hands-on international consulting experience in Panama, Belize or Greece. Work with business experts, build advanced skills and immerse in a new culture.

Chapter Strategy

Your January Checklist for a Standout DECA Season

Jan 1, 2026

With the right planning this month, the rest of the year can be your chapter’s most successful yet. Here are five strategies to help make this semester one to remember.

Chapter Strategy

Sponsorship Guidance for Collegiate DECA Chapters

Jan 1, 2026

Many chapters are facing the same challenge right now: securing sponsorships feels harder. Employers are cautious, hiring has slowed and budgets are tighter. If your chapter is struggling, you’re not alone.

Leadership

Lead Bigger: Why You Should Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office

Jan 1, 2026

Running for Collegiate DECA Executive Office is about growth, service and leadership. Executive officers help shape the future of Collegiate DECA while gaining experiences that extend far beyond college.

Career Insights

A Guide to Hospitable Careers

Jan 1, 2026

Today’s job market is full of opportunities within the hospitality industry, so it’s important to explore the industry that crafts unique experiences while building connections.

Career Insights

Career Paths and Professional Growth in the U.S. Air Force

Jan 1, 2026

With more than 200 career specialities, the Air Force offers a structured environment where you can build expertise, earn industry-recognized credentials and gain practical experience across a wide range of fields.

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Chapter Strategy

5 Ways to a DECA Dream Team

Sep 1, 2023

To have a DECA dream team is no small feat. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance your current team, the process can be both challenging and rewarding. With these five simple strategies, you'll be well on your way to creating an extraordinary DECA team.

College Success

College Search: Finding Your Fit

Sep 1, 2023

It’s official… College application season is here! Before clicking submit, make sure your roster of schools is actually suited for you. Check out these ways of determining where you will call home for the next four years.

Compete

Navigating DECA’s Competitive Events Featured Resources

Sep 1, 2023

As school kicks in, so does the DECA year! With a year full of opportunities ahead of us, it is critical to take advantage of all the resources DECA has to offer. Read this quick article to understand which competitive event featured resources are best for you.

Leadership

The Importance of Culture

Sep 1, 2023

Whether your chapter has been around for ten years or you're just starting out, it's important to be intentional about creating culture. As your DECA chapter jumps back into the school year, consider how this interview can apply directly to your chapter's culture.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: Membership Has Its Perks

Aug 30, 2023

Learn how active participation in DECA is more than just competitions and role plays. It's networking, leadership development, community engagement, team building, educational conferences and more.

Spotlights

Key Steps to Winning in DECA

Aug 29, 2023

Winning on an international stage requires perseverance, dedication and passion. My journey with DECA began with high hopes but initial failure. However, I didn't let this deter me.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Staying Connected after an Acquisition

Aug 28, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Honeysuckle Faire. After 20 years of growing Honeysuckle Faire, you decided it was time to exit the company. Executives at Spring Made have offered you four options to stay connected to Honeysuckle Faire once the acquisition is final.

DECA News

SBE Instructional Units and Lesson Plans for Advisors

Aug 25, 2023

As an advisor, DECA provides you with a powerful array of tools and classroom resources that you can integrate into classroom instruction and help build the framework for your SBEs business plan.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: August 2023

Aug 24, 2023

Check out what you missed on the August 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Partners

The #DECAATTProject Provides Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Aug 24, 2023

Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the #DECAATTProject continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.

Chapter Strategy

Join the New DECA Advisor Monthly Chats

Aug 23, 2023

Need help getting started as a DECA chapter advisor? Join our monthly New Advisor Chats! Each month will focus on a new topic designed to help advisors with one to three years of membership.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Determining Payback Period

Aug 21, 2023

Step into the role of the financial analyst for Red Shield Insurance Company. The vice president of finance has hired you to perform an analysis and determine the payback period for a potential investment.