Videos

Filter by division:

Conferences

Making the Most of Your Association Conference

Jan 1, 2026

Your association’s conference is so much more than just an event on the calendar! It's where growth happens, connections are formed and the trajectory of your DECA year can truly change.

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.

Compete

Cookies, Cocoa & Cluster Exams: 4 Tips to Prepare for Exams this Winter Break

Dec 29, 2025

Winter Break is a great opportunity to prepare for upcoming DECA district and state competitions. Here are four tips to help you thrive in cluster exams!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Loyalty Brand vs Trendy Brand in Security

Dec 29, 2025

Step into the role of the sales manager of Sound Security, a business that provides small business and home security service on a contract basis. The regional manager wants you to prepare selling points for the sales team that will keep customers from switching to a competitor.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Winning With An Unintentional Celebrity Endorsement

Dec 22, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Sporty Looks, a shop that sells elevated athletic apparel. Your business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will engage new customers.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 IE University NextGen Innovators Challenge Winners

Dec 19, 2025

IE University and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the NextGen Innovators Challenge!

DECA News

Announcing DECA's 2025-26 Chapter Campaign Winners

Dec 19, 2025

This year, an impressive number of chapters completed their campaign goals. Congratulations to all the chapters that participated in DECA’s Chapter Campaigns!

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge Winners

Dec 18, 2025

Almost 1,400 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge. Students learned about audience targeting, content scheduling and promotion to drive product sales.

Leadership

Why Human Connection Still Matters in a Digital Business World

Dec 18, 2025

In a world that is constantly evolving, the ability to connect with others will always remain a competitive advantage. Understanding the value of relationships is just as important as mastering technical skills.

DECA News

Add DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2025

Winter break offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge 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: Fake Reviews vs Paid Influencers

Dec 15, 2025

Step into the role of an ethical consultant hired by the chief operations officer at Watcher, a premium television network that is available as an added channel on cable and satellite providers or as a streaming video on demand service.

Chapter Strategy

5 Secrets to Social Media with John Champe DECA

Dec 11, 2025

John Champe DECA’s social media presence is skyrocketing, with Instagram engagement up over 1200%. Here’s how consistent, high-quality, student-focused content keeps our rapidly growing chapter connected and thriving.

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.

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.

Career Insights

Increase Sales and Cultivate Customers with a Successful Marketing Campaign

Aug 15, 2023

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, a successful marketing campaign can boost brand awareness, generate leads, increase sales and cultivate a loyal customer base. However, achieving such success requires careful planning, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of your target audience.

Conferences

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Get the edge at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, Texas on April 20-23, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?

Aug 14, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook: Your Chapter’s Guide to Success

Aug 9, 2023

The new Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Experience the Difference in your chapter this year.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Chapter Strategy

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings

Aug 1, 2023

At the first chapter meeting of the year, you need to develop a strong first impression that will impress potential new members and excite existing members for the year. Here are 10 Icebreakers to start your year with a bang!

DECA News

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

Chapter Strategy

DECAdventure Awaits

Aug 1, 2023

The ultimate DECAdventure awaits you! Grab your fellow members and brace yourselves for an action-packed year filled with thrilling competitions, hands-on learning experiences and impactful service initiatives.

Most Recent Articles

View All Articles
Conferences

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 28, 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

Conferences

Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Post Conference FAQs

Apr 27, 2026

We hope you enjoyed your time in Louisville for Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists

Apr 27, 2026

Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing A New Branded Hotel TV Channel

Apr 27, 2026

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Celebrate Hotels, a chain of boutique style hotels. The vice president of marketing wants you to redesign the Celebrate channel found on all televisions in guestrooms.

DECA News

DECA Honors Top 10 Chapters Worldwide for 2025-2026

Apr 25, 2026

The top 10 DECA chapters received recognition on stage during the Grand Opening Session of DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA, on Saturday, April 25.

DECA News

DECA Celebrates Four Milestone Years of Service with Valued Partners

Apr 25, 2026

This year at the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA, DECA celebrated incredible milestones with four of our valued partners: MDA, The NRF Foundation, Vector Marketing and Spirit Box.

DECA News

DECA Members Break Decade-Long Record by Raising Over $200,000 for MDA

Apr 25, 2026

In honor of this incredible achievement, DECA recognized the top 25 fundraising DECA chapters and the top three fundraising DECA associations at the Grand Opening Session of the 2026 International Career Development Conference.

DECA News

Meet DECA's 2026-27 Executive Officer Candidates

Apr 25, 2026

Learn more about the candidates running for executive office who hope to serve as the leaders of DECA’s High School Division for the 2026-27 school year.

DECA News

DECA Members and Business Partners to Showcase a Future-Ready Workforce

Apr 25, 2026

The 80th annual DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) takes place April 25–28 in Atlanta, welcoming more than 26,000 high school students, advisors and business professionals from around the world, making it the largest conference in DECA’s history.

Conferences

Watch the DECA ICDC 2026 Grand Opening Session

Apr 25, 2026

The 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session is happening on Saturday, April 25, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

Conferences

Taste of ATL: 5 Restaurants You’ll Be Talking About All Trip

Apr 24, 2026

Whether you're going to dinner with your chapter, grabbing a bite after competition or exploring the city, here are five spots that deliver great food without feeling overly commercialized.

Partners

Case Study: Supporting Chick-fil-A Operators Through Optional Team Member Programs

Apr 23, 2026

Chick‑fil‑A has asked your DECA team to act as consultants and develop one optional program concept that Operators could voluntarily implement to support their Team Members.