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4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Association or Chapter Brand
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.
Meet the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators
The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators! Team members will help grow the DECA brand by showcasing their unique DECA experience.
From Small Chapter to Big Impact
Learn how to grow your small chapter while building strong connections, creating meaningful opportunities and turning your size into your greatest advantage!
How to Host the Ultimate First DECA Meeting: Engage, Excite, Enroll
Your first DECA meeting sets the tone for the year. Start with energy, make leadership personal and get everyone moving. When members feel connected and excited from day one, they'll want to stick around.
Go The Extra with DECA's Membership Recruitment Toolkit
Ready to Go The Extra this recruitment season? We've got you covered with DECA’s Membership Recruitment Toolkit, packed with resources to help your chapter succeed this back-to-school season!
Case Study of the Week: College is Expensive!
Step into the role of a financial advisor meeting with a new client. The client wants you to explain financial responsibilities that should be of concern at this stage in life.
DECA AT&T Project 2024-2025: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities
Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the DECA AT&T Project continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.
Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Zach Lisella
Zach Lisella of Northern Highlands Regional High School in New Jersey is our first DECA Advisor Spotlight of the Week! Check out Mr. Lisella's innovative competition preparation methods for helping his members get on stage and win big.
DECA Advisors - Show Us How You’re Going the Extra!
We want to see how your chapter is setting up for success this year using the Go The Extra theme and the competitive events resources from your back-to-school box.
Case Study of the Week: Investing in Smart Carts
Step into the role of the general manager for Valley Grocery, a large grocery store. The owner of the store wants you to analyze the possible economic benefits and risks of investing in new smart shopping carts.
Extra, Extra! Write All About Your DECA Experience
Whether it’s tips and tricks from your first competition experience or an impressive membership recruitment campaign, your DECA experience is worth sharing! Discover why you should submit, what to submit and how to submit your DECA story in this article.
Behind the Booth: How to Run an Impactful DECA Recruitment Table
Your DECA recruitment booth is your chapter's initial impression. Learn how to develop a captivating booth, tell your story authentically and turn interest into enrollment. This guide contains the essentials of what exactly works to get prospects to pause, listen and sign up.
Case Study of the Week: Intergenerational Mentorships
Step into the role of the director of human resources for Square PR. The president of the company is concerned about the number of long-term employees retiring in the next several years and wants you to create an employee-development program.
CSU DECA Strengthens Chapter Bonds with Holiday Social
CSU DECA brought the chapter together with a holiday social event featuring a case study presentation, a delicious potluck, and a White Elephant exchange that encouraged interaction among all participants.
Case Study of the Week: Hotel Package Pricing For Children?
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.
Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members
DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2026. Check out special deals and discounts.
Get Ready for Session Two of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game
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: The Customer Before The Coin
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.
Creating Workshops that Inspire College Success
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.
How to Effectively Hold an Officer Meeting: The Indiana Collegiate DECA Way
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.
The Global Business Academy: Consulting Opportunities for DECA Members
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.
Your January Checklist for a Standout DECA Season
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.
Sponsorship Guidance for Collegiate DECA Chapters
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.
Lead Bigger: Why You Should Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office
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.
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Download the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Mobile App
Get ready to gather with 1,200 DECA members at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Louisville, KY. Download the conference app to start planning your custom experience.
5 Things I Learned at My First Collegiate DECA ICDC
From professionalism to personal growth, my first experience at CDECA ICDC extended far beyond competition. These takeaways serve as encouragement for members to fully embrace the opportunities DECA provides.
DECA Seniors: The Home Stretch of High School
As college decisions hit inboxes, the temptation to take a step away from academics and extracurriculars is real. But for a DECA senior, these few weeks can serve as a launchpad for your future success.
Activities To Do After Your Association Conference
There are so many ways to bond with your chapter outside of DECA conferences! The focus is on making sure you end the year strong while still having a lot of fun in DECA.
April is Financial Literacy Month: Join the Movement with DECA
Now is the time to boost financial confidence in your classroom with a plug-and-play, 60-minute activity that requires zero prep and no prior finance teaching expertise.
Beyond the Conference: Things to Do in Louisville
Known for its rich culture, incredible food and historic attractions, Louisville has something for every DECA member. Here are a few must-visit spots to explore while you’re at Collegiate DECA ICDC.
Exploring Careers: Finance
Finance is the core of any business, and to be able to understand and explain it sets you up for success in any business. In this article, explore what goes into a finance career.
A How-to for Recruiting Incoming First Year Students
From recruiting first-year students at in-person events to online promotion, there's sure to be something that fits your chapters’ strategies and showcases the culture you’ve built.
From Profile to Portfolio: Building a Professional Online Resume
For DECA members preparing for internships, leadership opportunities or future careers, creating a professional online resume is a powerful way to showcase your skills and experiences.
Financial Literacy Month: Saving for College
Financial Literacy Month is about learning how to invest in your future. Saving for college may seem intimidating, but preparation, confidence and smart decision‑making are what students carry forward.
Maximizing the Experience of a Lifetime: DECA ICDC
Once you are at ICDC, you may be wondering: How can I make this experience truly exceptional? The answer isn’t just in what you do, it’s in how intentionally you choose to experience every moment.
Own Your Moment in Atlanta
You’ve made it! It’s ICDC 2026 time in Atlanta, Georgia. The choices you have to GO THE EXTRA in Atlanta are limitless. Here are seven ways to make the most of your time in ICDC.
