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Chapter Strategy

Three Hats, One Head: Balancing School, Work and DECA

Sep 10, 2025

Between classes, jobs and DECA, finding balance takes that extra effort. Here are four tips to help you effectively balance responsibilities and make the most of every opportunity! 

Chapter Strategy

How to Place a Custom Order with Shop DECA

Sep 10, 2025

Looking to personalize your DECA gear? The Shop DECA team has made creating and ordering custom merchandise for your chapter simple and easy.

College Success

Navigating Your College Decision: A Comprehensive Guide for High School Seniors

Sep 10, 2025

This comprehensive guide highlights important considerations for high school seniors that will equip and excite you for the next chapter of your life.

Compete

Go Virtual: A Guide to DECA's Online Events

Sep 9, 2025

The best part about DECA's online events? You don’t need a stage or a spotlight. With just your computer, you can take on some of DECA’s most dynamic challenges, test your business knowledge and even earn the chance to compete internationally.

Spotlights

Alumni: Tell Us Your DECA Story!

Sep 8, 2025

DECA Inc. is excited to launch a new platform for alumni to share their DECA stories, become future volunteers and get involved with their associations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Luggage For Rent

Sep 8, 2025

Step into the role of an entrepreneur looking to develop a new project. A friend has an idea for a new business but needs help developing it into a feasible venture.

Chapter Strategy

Shop DECA FAQs & Answers

Sep 5, 2025

How do I get a new blazer patch? Can I exchange or return a blazer? What is DECA+? The Shop DECA team is here to help answer some of your most frequently asked questions about Shop DECA products and processes.

DECA News

DECA and the NRF Foundation Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership

Sep 4, 2025

For three decades, DECA Inc. and the NRF Foundation have shared a powerful vision: preparing the next generation of leaders for success in retail and beyond. This year, we proudly celebrate 30 years of collaboration, innovation and student impact.

College Success

Free College & Career Planning Resources from Encourage

Sep 4, 2025

DECA is excited to kick off another year of partnership with Encourage® - a free college and career planning program designed to help members explore life after high school.

Spotlights

From the Soccer Field to the DECA Stage: Starting the Kingwood High School Chapter

Sep 3, 2025

From chasing Division 1 dreams on the soccer field to building one of Texas's fastest-growing DECA chapters, I discovered that true leadership is about more than wins. It's about finding your voice, creating community and inspiring others to rise.

Chapter Strategy

Building and Leading a Strong Officer Team

Sep 3, 2025

Building a strong DECA officer team takes effort, but it can make all the difference in a chapter's success. Explore the values that build a strong chapter officer team!

Spotlights

Stepping Into DECA: Lessons From My First Year

Sep 3, 2025

Are you a student who's new to DECA? If so, here's my advice from someone who was once in your shoes.

Chapter Strategy

Bridging the Gap: How to Connect with High School DECA Members

Jan 1, 2025

Collegiate DECA benefits from bringing new members to our organization and having high school seniors join us upon graduation. Here are a few ways to help promote our division and ways to connect with the high school division throughout the year.

Chapter Strategy

3 Steps to Build a System for Success in 2025

Jan 1, 2025

Success is about action. Reflect on who you are, build habits that align with your ambitions and take bold actions to create opportunities. No matter how small, every step moves you closer to your goals.

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Dec 19, 2024

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2025. Check out special deals and discounts.

Spotlights

How the Leadership Passport Program Prepares Members for Careers

Dec 18, 2024

The Individual Leadership Passport Program incorporates various skill-building activities to prepare you for the professional path you aspire to succeed in.

Spotlights

Professionalism: The Foundation of Workplace Success

Dec 18, 2024

Professionalism will always be crucial when interacting with others, not just within DECA but also in the workplace and future careers. Here is how professionalism can be the foundation of success for you.

Career Insights

Social Media Trends to Watch in 2025

Dec 17, 2024

As we enter 2025, now is the perfect opportunity to set goals for your chapter's social media account and predict what will happen across social media platforms.

DECA News

Add Collegiate DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2024

Winter break offers the perfect opportunity to get some extra rest, unwind and reset for the second part of the year, but you don't have to take a break from DECA! Here’s a list of useful tips to keep you engaged and overcome any winter break boredom.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Ethics in Supply Chain Management

Dec 16, 2024

Step into the role of the chief operations officer at Style Fresh, a leader in the fashion industry. The CEO wants you to make a supply chain decision after analyzing risks involved with maintaining a relationship or finding a new supplier.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Collecting Guest Feedback for New Property Features

Dec 9, 2024

Step into the role of the director of development for Gallivant Inn, a hotel chain with over 1,000 locations in the United States. The vice president wants you to put together a plan to gather feedback from hotel guests.

Spotlights

Building a Professional Network Through DECA: The Path to Success

Dec 6, 2024

While navigating today’s competitive professional landscape, cultivating meaningful relationships and establishing a network of industry contacts is invaluable. DECA provides a powerful platform for building a professional network for students.

Spotlights

Steps to Success: 4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Competitive Event Presentations

Dec 6, 2024

As a Collegiate DECA member, competitive event presentations are a big deal. The following tips will help you learn how to level up your DECA presentations and prepare for presentations you could be doing in your career.

Spotlights

How Can I Grow My CDECA Chapter?

Dec 3, 2024

Recruitment is not only about spreading the word about your DECA chapter but also about consistency and approachability in your methods. Read on for a couple of ideas on how to do this!

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Conferences

How to Maximize Your District Conference Experience

Dec 6, 2021

It is time to Maximize the Momentum of Your District Conference! Here are some ways that you can get the full experience of your district conference.

College Success

How to Get Your Share of DECA Scholarships

Dec 6, 2021

With $200,000 in DECA scholarships available, it's important to master your application. Use these tips to help you get started!

Spotlights

UWEC DECA Hosts Halloween Social

Dec 4, 2021

On October 25, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire DECA hosted a Halloween social.

Spotlights

Mayville State University DECA Finds Ways to Give Back During COVID-19

Dec 1, 2021

Mayville State University DECA finds ways to connect with the community through volunteering, even in the midst of a global pandemic.

Chapter Strategy

100 Ideas from Collegiate DECA's Engage Conference

Nov 30, 2021

Check out these 100 member-generated ideas and best practices to help boost your chapter's community involvement, competition preparation, fundraising strategies and member engagement.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2021 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Nov 30, 2021

Nearly 90 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three performers!

Career Insights

Explore Holiday Trends: Consumers Shop Sooner, Spend More

Nov 30, 2021

The National Retail Federation says this holiday season will have consumers shopping sooner and spending more – emphasizing the deep impact that retail has on the overall economy and highlighting the career opportunities in the industry.

Conferences

A Look Back at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Nov 30, 2021

The Ultimate DECA Power Trip was held in November during DECA Month! From November 19-21, members and advisors had the chance to visit the “City of Champions” —Boston, MA! Here's a look at what happened...

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Generational Marketing at Pottery Place

Nov 29, 2021

You are the owner of the small business Pottery Palace. Since the business opened one year ago, you have noticed that the majority of customers are females, age 25-55 years old. While you appreciate your customers, you feel that Pottery Palace is missing out on the large population of senior citizens in the area.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: A National Chain Makes Plans for a Rural Location

Nov 22, 2021

You are to assume the role of district operations manager for Go-Mart. The district vice president has asked you to determine which brand of Go-Mart retail store is best for a new rural location.

Career Insights

How to Craft a Stand-Out Cover Letter

Nov 22, 2021

A cover letter is an appetizer before the main course—your resume. Like any good appetizer, it gets you excited for what is coming next!

Career Insights

4 Essentials for Planning Your Future Career

Nov 22, 2021

Regardless of what field you want to pursue a career in, there are four essential elements that need to be part of your plan.