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Learn from the Pros at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Jan 26, 2024

The crowd-pleasing speakers at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference bring a rush of adrenaline to the sports and entertainment marketing fields. 

Career Insights

7 Retail Industry Predictions for 2024

Jan 24, 2024

Artificial intelligence’s influence continues to grow, consumers demand sustainable actions and the customer experience remains more important than ever.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding Live-streaming as a Sales Channel

Jan 22, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Ornamental, a small business that creates indoor and outdoor decorations. Your business partner wants you to add another sales channel and you must explain livestream shopping and how adding it would benefit the company.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: January 2024

Jan 18, 2024

Check out what you missed on the January 2024 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Spotlights

That is SO Fetch with Georgia DECA

Jan 17, 2024

Throughout your life, there will always be Mean Girls. Use this interactive and engaging workshop by the Georgia DECA team to teach members how to deal with the Reginas, the Karens, and the ins and outs of conflict resolution, all while maintaining a positive personal brand.

Spotlights

Using Your DECA Chapter to Spread Awareness

Jan 17, 2024

Learn about new and interesting ways to involve your DECA chapter in creative and inspiring community awareness efforts through Cypress Bay's Community Awareness Project, Project HOPE!

Spotlights

Skillful Solutions

Jan 16, 2024

This video will teach the skills shown to be most needed when entering the workforce: Soft Skills. Find out what they are and why they matter and learn tips for the workplace, for school and for life.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2023-2024 Winners

Jan 16, 2024

BusinessU and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the DECA at the Bell Challenge for 2023-2024!

Chapter Strategy

The Importance of Advocating for CTE and DECA

Jan 16, 2024

Each February, students and advisors raise awareness of career and technical education (CTE) by celebrating Career and Technical Education Month®. Learn how to get involved and earn recognition through DECA’s Advocacy Campaign!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2023-2024 Winners

Jan 16, 2024

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2023-2024!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Justifiable Loans

Jan 15, 2024

Step into the role of a loan officer at Trust Bank. A customer has asked you to explain why certain loans are justifiable and others are not.

College Success

Choosing Your College: A Guide Beyond Rankings 

Jan 15, 2024

The quest for the ideal university surpasses surface-level criteria. Reflect on your academic, personal and professional goals, and prioritize experiences that resonate with your vision for the future.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Hobbies for Veterinarian Office Employees

Sep 1, 2025

Step into the role of the human resources manager at Riverside Pet Clinic, a veterinarian office with 55 employees. The owner wants you to determine how to encourage all employees to participate in a hobby.

Chapter Strategy

This Is Where It Starts: 2025 Chapter Meetings

Sep 1, 2025

The DECA year kicks off with energy, connection and endless opportunities ahead. This list outlines key meeting types to help chapters create meaningful, engaging and well-rounded experiences for members throughout the year.

Conferences

Why You Should Attend the Engage Conference

Sep 1, 2025

Collegiate DECA Engage is where you make it happen, whether exploring career paths, expanding your network or sharpening your leadership abilities.

Chapter Strategy

Keeping Up Virtually: Joining Collegiate DECA Virtual Calls

Sep 1, 2025

Do you miss meeting other members between conferences? Well, look no further than joining our Virtual Calls throughout the year! Collegiate DECA hosts a variety of calls throughout the year that allow you to stay up-to-date, meet fellow members and have fun.

Career Insights

“Glow” The Extra: Reacting to Labor Economics

Sep 1, 2025

For DECA members, the nuclear industry is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a field where the impact is measurable and the opportunities are multiplying. Whether you’re crunching numbers, leading teams or shaping strategy, there’s a place for you here.

Partners

DECA & The Muscular Dystrophy Association Celebrate 45 Years of Partnership

Aug 29, 2025

This collaboration has empowered generations of emerging leaders to make a real difference in their communities while supporting groundbreaking research, care and advocacy for individuals and families living with neuromuscular diseases.

Spotlights

Collegiate DECA Member and Chapter of the Month Recognition Opportunities

Aug 28, 2025

This year, everyone is excited to Go The Extra, and we’re excited to see how you and your chapters do it! Submit you, your chapter, another individual or another chapter for our Member of the Month or Chapter of the Month opportunity.

Compete

Compete in Session One of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Aug 25, 2025

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the first round of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) beginning on September 8, 2025.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Troubles in the Drive-Thru

Aug 25, 2025

Step into the role of a general manager for Better Burger, a fast food restaurant with two drive thru lanes. The district manager wants you to suggest methods to handle complaints about new technology in the drive thru.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up with the Collegiate DECA Passport Program

Aug 25, 2025

Want to level up your skills? Look no further than the Collegiate DECA Passport program! It’s your roadmap to try new things, grow professionally and make your DECA journey more than a competition.

Conferences

Enhance Your Collegiate DECA ICDC Experience with the Thunder Over Louisville

Aug 22, 2025

Since 1988, Thunder Over Louisville has served as the official opening session for the Kentucky Derby season, and we are so excited to incorporate it into this year’s #CDECAICDC experience.

Chapter Strategy

4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Association or Chapter Brand

Aug 20, 2025

A strong brand not only attracts new members but also energizes current ones, engages partners, and positions your chapter or association as a leader in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

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Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing Employee Service Anniversaries

Nov 1, 2021

You are the chief human resources officer for Salutations, a company that designs, prints, and markets greeting cards and stationery. Salutations has been in business for eight years and has 200 employees, including 175 full-time employees and 25 part-time employees.

Compete

Powerful Presentations: Tips + Tricks

Nov 1, 2021

Speaking in public is a skill that will help you in your personal, academic and professional life. This session will teach you the basics of body language, using your voice and crafting the perfect message to make sure you make the most of your presentations.

College Success

Maximizing Your Campus Visit Experience

Nov 1, 2021

"Is there truly a best time to visit college campuses? What are my options if I can’t visit campuses in person? I don’t even know which questions to ask when I’m on a college tour!” Three college admissions professionals are here to help you answer these questions and more as you navigate your college visit plan.

College Success

Complete Guide to College Visits

Nov 1, 2021

Choosing the right college is a defining moment in your life. But how do you find the right fit? Visiting a college in person gets you one step closer to selecting the perfect college for you. You’ll get to experience on-campus student life, meet with faculty, chat with current students and get all your questions answered by admission staff.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Get the Most Out of DECA Month

Nov 1, 2021

November is here, and that means it's time for DECA Month! Here are three ways to get the most out of your DECA experience in November.

Spotlights

2021 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners

Nov 1, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! This year's contest had an impressive 565+ submissions from members all across the DECA world. The selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!

Compete

3 Steps to Win DECA Glass in Your Prepared Event

Oct 27, 2021

Wining DECA Glass is every competitor’s goal. Here’s how to achieve your goal in a prepared event.

DECA News

Discover DECA+

Oct 26, 2021

Introducing an all-new portal to help DECA members explore careers and prepare for competition.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 42nd Semi-Annual Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Teens

Oct 26, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 42nd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 10,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.8 years.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Keeping the Fixings Bar at Burger Country Fresh

Oct 25, 2021

You are to assume the role of the operations manager at Burger Country, a fast food restaurant with five locations that specializes in hamburgers. The owner of the company has asked you to explain operational considerations in a new portion of each restaurant called the “fixings bar.”

College Success

4 Factors for College Matchmaking

Oct 20, 2021

Many DECA members will soon begin starting the college application process. While there are many factors that should influence your decision, here are four key factors you should consider when choosing which college(s) to apply to.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Remarketing a Classic Shoe Store

Oct 18, 2021

You are to assume the role of a marketing communications consultant hired by Cost Less Shoes, a national chain of discount footwear for men, women, and children. The CEO of the company has hired you to develop a marketing communications plan that will remarket the brand.