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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.
Unpacking Teen Trends: Fall 2025 Taking Stock with Teens Survey
The 2025 Fall Piper Sandler Taking Stock With Teens Survey is now available for use in your classroom!
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.
DECA Receives $20,000 Community Grant from Taco Bell Foundation to Support Local Youth
The Taco Bell Foundation is awarding a record-breaking $28 million in Community Grants in 2025 – marking the first year that DECA has been selected as a grant recipient.
Watch Now: DECA's 2025-2026 Membership Video
Check out DECA's 2025-2026 membership video to help your chapter show students why joining DECA empowers members to Go The Extra.
DECA Announces the 2022-2023 Membership Theme: Get the Edge
In 2022-2023, DECA challenges you to get the edge. Whether in competition, college applications or your career search, DECA gives you an unmistakable competitive advantage to stand out and be a cut above the rest.
DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
DECA Inc. Honors 2020-2022 Outstanding Service Award Recipients
DECA Inc. congratulates three recipients of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.
DECA Honors Advisors for 40-55 Years of Service
The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.
DECA ICDC Grand Awards Session 2022
Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Grand Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
DECA ICDC Achievement Awards Session 2022
Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Achievement Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Case Study of the Week: Family Entertainment To Go?
You are the marketing director for Friendly's Club House, a chain of family entertainment centers and restaurants. Friendly's Club House offers a limited menu of food and beverages, arcade games, amusement rides, dance floors and special areas for birthday parties.
DECA Recognizes 2020-2022 Honorary Life Award Recipients
Honorary Life Membership is the highest award DECA can bestow on an individual. DECA is pleased to present four recipients of this distinctive and deserving fellowship.
DECA ICDC Grand Opening Session 2022
Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Grand Opening Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Collegiate DECA 2021-2022 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors
DECA congratulates the following top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.
Case Study of the Week: Helping an Entrepreneur with Financial Planning
You are to assume the role of a recently hired financial planner for About Us Microspect Photo Designs, a new small family-owned business that is a retailer and manufacturer. The owner is trying to decide if the company should purchase insurance and begin the process of placing funds in investments.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 43rd Semi-Annual Survey of 7,000 U.S. Teens
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 43rd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 7,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 16.2 years.
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Middle School Mania
With a shared goal of expanding our membership, it's essential to tap into new opportunities among middle school students—the future enthusiasts of DECA. Here are some quick tips on recruiting future members from your local middle school.
#DECAATTProject 2023-2024: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities
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.
Watch Now: Join Collegiate DECA Video
Joining Collegiate DECA is the first step you can take towards achieving your goals and realizing your greatest potential. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.
Pioneering Leadership: Ava Stacker's Trailblazing Role as GA DECA's VP of Marketing
Ava Stacker is the first student of South Fulton DECA to hold the VP of Marketing position on GA DECA's Executive Officer Team. This remarkable achievement highlights Ava’s outstanding leadership skills sets an inspiring example for aspiring young leaders across the state.
Watch the #DECAICDC 2025 Promo Video
Be The One at the biggest DECA event of the year – DECA's International Career Development Conference hosted in Orlando, Florida on April 26-29, 2025.
Download the 2024-2025 DECA Guide
The DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, access competitive event guidelines and so much more!
Three Strategies for Enhancing Communication in Leadership Teams
As we plan for the academic year, it is important to consider the team's dynamic. The goals that you and your team have lined up can’t be accomplished without successful communication, and it is vital to establish clear expectations early on.
What Does it Mean to BE THE ONE?
Every DECA theme has a hidden meaning that inspires emerging leaders worldwide. How can we dissect this year’s theme, BE THE ONE? What does it mean, and what mindset should we use to proceed with this upcoming year?
9 Tips for Incoming College Freshmen
Starting college is an exciting and transformative period, and the experiences and skills you gain will set the foundation for your future success. Here are some tips to help you be the one in your freshman year.
Founding a Collegiate DECA Chapter: Blueprints for Success
Dreaming of joining the founders' circle within Collegiate DECA? There's no better time than now to embark on this unique and rewarding journey.
Summer Fundraising with Your DECA Chapter
Are you looking to jumpstart your chapter’s success? Here are some ways to keep your chapter active during the summer with fundraising for the upcoming year!
Ahead of the Curve: Organizing Tips for Next School Year
With advanced course loads and immersive extracurriculars, time management and planning can be difficult in high school. Take a look at some tips to help you ensure next school year is your most organized yet!
