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Congratulations to the 2025-26 Invest Real World Ready Challenge Winners

Mar 16, 2026

DECA Inc. and Invest are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Real World Ready Challenge.

Career Insights

5 Takeaways from the IBM "Teaching AI With Confidence" Webinar

Mar 16, 2026

DECA and IBM team members recently sat down for a free webinar on practical ways to connect classroom learning to real careers and help students use AI thoughtfully, responsibly and creatively.

DECA News

DECA's 2026 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 16, 2026

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2026 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

Chapter Strategy

Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Jaclyn Tannazzo

Mar 16, 2026

Farmingdale DECA discovered that the key to sustainable fundraising was already within their community - through a strong partnership with their local Chamber of Commerce.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Learning About Money Markets

Mar 16, 2026

Step into the role of the marketing manager at Local Bank, a bank located in a city of 40,000 people. The bank president wants you to create an informational flyer about money markets and the bank’s current promotion.

Leadership

You’re an Association Officer! Now What?

Mar 16, 2026

Whether you’re stepping into your role as an association officer right away or preparing to begin soon, you are about to embark on a journey that will shape your leadership skills, how you see yourself and your potential.

Chapter Strategy

Philanthropy with Flair: FUNdraising Your Chapter Will Love

Mar 13, 2026

The most successful DECA fundraisers are interactive, meaningful and enjoyable for members. When fundraising is both fun and purposeful, chapters gain both financial support and a stronger community atmosphere.

Leadership

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Why Women in Business Must Keep Going

Mar 13, 2026

Through organizations like DECA, young women gain the confidence, skills and resilience needed to pursue leadership and continue the work of creating more equal opportunities in business.

Career Insights

Consumers Leaning into St. Patrick’s Day in 2026 as Holiday Spending Climbs

Mar 12, 2026

Consumers have been upping the ante on St. Patrick’s Day lately, with more coming out to celebrate over the past several years. Read on for more about plans for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration, spending and more.

Career Insights

How Gen Z is Reshaping the Workforce

Mar 11, 2026

For decades, the workplace followed a familiar formula, but as Gen Z enters the workforce, that formula is rapidly evolving. Raised in a digital-first world, Gen Z is reshaping how companies hire, manage and retain talent.

College Success

Celebrating the Win: How to Celebrate and Prepare for the College Experience

Mar 11, 2026

The best way to enjoy your college acceptance is to celebrate the moment, thank the people who helped along the way and begin preparing for the opportunities that lie ahead.

Chapter Strategy

Behind the Scenes of the West Forsyth DECA Playbook

Mar 10, 2026

West Forsyth DECA’s high-energy DECA Playbook delivers quick, powerful coaching tips to help members succeed. Through engaging weekly videos, officers and leaders turn big goals into winning plays for the entire chapter.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating an Employee Volunteer Program

Nov 6, 2023

Step into the role of the director of human resources for Platter Group, a large global media, marketing and corporate communications company. The president of Platter Group has asked you to create an employee volunteer program.

Spotlights

Giving Back to DECA

Nov 2, 2023

I recently had the privilege of attending the MO DECA Fall Leadership Conference. This experience was particularly special as it allowed me to impart valuable knowledge in various domains critical for their future success.

Career Insights

Cracking the Code on Black Friday Marketing Strategies

Nov 1, 2023

One of the biggest holiday sales is coming up, but what makes it such a big event and even an American tradition? The key is all in how it’s marketed. Explore some of the top marketing strategies for Black Friday and explore how you can apply them to your brand.

Career Insights

Entrepreneurship Advice From DECA Members

Nov 1, 2023

Entrepreneurship is a lifelong goal for some people, and DECA members work to tackle that and make their dreams a reality. Look at what some members are doing to reach their goals!

Career Insights

Elevate Your DECA Journey: Mastering the Art of LinkedIn

Nov 1, 2023

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for DECA members to elevate their professional journey. By following these best practices and networking strategies, you'll be well on your way to success within DECA and beyond.

Career Insights

Workplace Skills for Success

Nov 1, 2023

Unlock your path to success in the dynamic job market by discovering 7 emerging workplace skills you need to stay ahead of the competition. This article guides you to becoming the ideal candidate in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.

Career Insights

Exploring Non-Profit Careers

Nov 1, 2023

In this article, Cassidy Creighton, the Development Coordinator with NPCF, explains her college experience, navigating the job market and her first career in the non-profit sector.

Spotlights

Announcing the Winners of the 2023 DECA Pumpkin Contest

Nov 1, 2023

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! With a record number of 650+ 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!

Spotlights

Tapping into Your Geek Potential to Inspire Together

Oct 30, 2023

Is there something you are passionate about? A topic that you can discuss for hours? Then you probably would be considered a geek. People don’t realize that geeks have many unique traits, allowing them to outperform and succeed.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Expanding the Product Mix at a Mobile Salon

Oct 30, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Fresh Look Mobile, a business that provides mobile hair-cutting services. Your business partner thinks it would be smart to expand the product mix and has asked you for on brand suggestions.

Spotlights

How Florida DECA is Leading the Way for Positive Advocacy

Oct 27, 2023

Advocacy is a cornerstone of positive social change. It empowers individuals and communities to stand up for their beliefs, address issues and influence policy decisions. Learn more about how Florida DECA is making remarkable strides in advocacy.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: October 2023

Oct 26, 2023

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

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Congratulations to DECA's 2022-2023 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 21, 2023

DECA is pleased to announce the 2022-2023 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Need for an Accountant

Mar 20, 2023

Step into the role of a staff accountant working at Financial Business Solutions, a financial service provider for businesses and organizations in the community. A potential client is meeting with you to determine if services are needed. 

DECA News

DECA's 2023 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 14, 2023

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2023 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

DECA News

Announcing DECA's 2023 Lead4Change Challenge Winners

Mar 13, 2023

DECA and Lead4Change proudly announce the winners of the 2022-2023 Lead4Change DECA Challenge! Members demonstrated their leadership skills by becoming involved in their communities and submitting a community service project.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Expanding Clientele with New Products and Services

Mar 13, 2023

Step into the role of the general manager at Keys & Strings, a local business that provides private string instrument and piano lessons along with various instructional books and sheet music. The owner of the business has asked you to identify additional products and/or services the business can offer that would build clientele and demonstrate how to effectively market the new offerings.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2023 Disability is Diversity Challenge

Mar 10, 2023

DECA and MDA are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Disability is Diversity Challenge. During this challenge, students created a focused presentation that highlighted the obstacles and experiences of navigating an educational environment with differing abilities.

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Challenge 2023 Winners Announced

Mar 9, 2023

Over 1,800 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious company.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Winners of the Unreal Campaign Challenge

Mar 9, 2023

DECA Inc., Amazon and the International Trademark Association (INTA) are excited to announce the 2023 Unreal Campaign Challenge winners.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2023 FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

Mar 7, 2023

DECA Inc. and Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) are excited to announce the 2023 FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge winners.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: March 2023

Mar 7, 2023

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

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 6, 2023

Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Customers Overstaying Their Welcome

Mar 6, 2023

Step into the role of general manager and shift supervisor at Family Kitchen, a local family restaurant that is open 24-hours. The owner of the restaurant has asked you to analyze a new restaurant policy, determine if it is ethical, and provide a response.