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Recognizing Your 2023-2024 Success

Apr 1, 2024

This article highlights meaningful ways for chapters to recognize their members for their accomplishments during the 2023-2024 academic year, including awards ceremonies, appreciation events and social media shoutouts.

Career Insights

Financial Literacy 101: It’s Never Too Early to Start

Apr 1, 2024

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, financial literacy is a prerequisite for success and stability. High school students who prioritize developing this skill set early on position themselves for a future marked by financial independence and security. Read how you can set yourself up for financial success early here.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2024 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients

Mar 29, 2024

Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is pleased to provide travel scholarships to high school DECA members to participate in the 2024 International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Anaheim, CA.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2023-2024 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 26, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Conferences

Exploring Anaheim with California DECA

Mar 25, 2024

Figuring out what to do and where to eat in a new city can be quite challenging. But fear not! We've got you sorted; California’s Team 74 Officers have curated a selection of local gems and personal favorites for you to explore.

Conferences

Announcing the 2024 DECA ICDC Social Media Team

Mar 25, 2024

The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2024 #DECAICDC Social Media Team! Team members will help drive the conference conversation through TikTok Videos and Instagram Reels.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Fair and Inclusive Employee Benefits

Mar 25, 2024

Step into the role of the senior vice president at Jamwell Pets, a company that produces varieties of foods for dogs and cats. The president of the company wants your team to determine how to respond to unethical allegations regarding employee benefits.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2024-2025 Membership Theme: Be The One

Mar 25, 2024

When you join DECA, you're not just another member; you're part of a global network of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating a Marketing Plan for New Merchandise

Mar 18, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Office Resale, a business that sells previously owned office furniture and decor. A business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will promote a new selection of merchandise.

Career Insights

How the Metaverse is Driving the Next Generation of Retail Workforce Development

Mar 15, 2024

Considering all the innovative technologies out there, how do businesses narrow in on a specific problem and a specific solution that solves that exact problem? Read on to discover how the Metaverse is narrowing in.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2024 Keynote Speaker

Mar 14, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce that Kido Okeleke, will deliver the keynote during the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Sessions.

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Simternship Challenge 2024 Winners Announced

Mar 12, 2024

Over 1,600 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Simternship Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious company.

Compete

Get Ready for Collegiate DECA Engage Competitive Events

Oct 9, 2025

Collegiate DECA Engage 2025 is quickly approaching! Get a leg up on the competition by practicing with last year's Individual Case Study scenario so you can take the stage in Tampa this month.

Career Insights

How to Create a Business Website: 11 Steps + Best Practices

Oct 9, 2025

A company website can help your business connect with existing customers and find new ones. The 11 steps in this article will help you build and maintain a strong business website that attracts new customers.

Chapter Strategy

Inclusivity in DECA: Building a Chapter That Welcomes Everyone

Oct 7, 2025

For DECA members to thrive, they need to feel seen, heard, and, most importantly, welcomed. Here are a few simple but powerful ways to build that kind of culture in your chapter

Career Insights

Trick or Treat: Seasonal Business Moves

Oct 7, 2025

From burrito deals to ketchup turned “blood,” companies get creative every October, though not every idea is a treat. Check out the best campaigns that nailed it and the trick campaigns that missed the mark!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Dealing With Internal and External Public Relations

Oct 6, 2025

Step into the role of the director of public relations for Gemini Products. The president of the company wants you to create a company statement in response to public backlash over a company event and determine how to communicate with staff about providing information to reporters.

Career Insights

How to Start a Business with No Money in 8 Steps

Oct 3, 2025

Today, it’s faster and easier than ever to get your business up and running without the need for funding. Let’s look at the eight steps it takes to start a business with no money.

Career Insights

From National Pancake Day to Sleep Awareness Week: Unlock the Power of Social Media Holidays

Oct 3, 2025

These holidays aren’t just for fun—they’re powerful tools for brands to connect with audiences in authentic, engaging ways. Tapping into these trends allows businesses to join broader conversations, boost visibility, and showcase personality.

Leadership

From Umm to Aha! Tools That Help You Speak Clearly and Confidently

Oct 2, 2025

Let’s face it, speaking in public can be scary. Even professionals still feel nervous at times! The real question is, what tools are available to help turn those nerves into power? Learn more in this article.

Leadership

The Business of Basketball: NBA Lessons for DECA Leaders

Oct 1, 2025

With a global reach and billions in revenue, the NBA is a business powerhouse. For people involved in DECA, there’s real value in understanding how the world of the NBA and basketball highly connects to the world of business.

Career Insights

Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkin Price: How Fall Flavors Fuel the Economy

Oct 1, 2025

Pumpkin spice is a cultural phenomenon generating millions. For DECA members, it’s a reminder that creativity, consumer psychology and timing can turn a small idea into a spice-tacular business case.

Chapter Strategy

Scroll-Stopping Chapter Branding: How to Win on Social Media

Oct 1, 2025

Your social media is more than a feed; it’s your chapter’s brand. And building that brand doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s how to make your content stand out.

Career Insights

Finding Success Through DECA’s Career Clusters

Oct 1, 2025

When you view career exploration as an adventure, the process becomes exciting. DECA’s five career clusters offer a simple way to begin that journey and help you find a path that aligns with your interests and aspirations.

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Career Insights

How DECA Prepares You for a Career in Consulting

Mar 10, 2026

Many members don’t realize how closely their competitive events experience mirrors a career in consulting. Check out five skills that members learn in DECA that can easily be applied to a career in consulting.

Career Insights

Combating AI Tensions with Responsibility

Mar 10, 2026

Across industries, firms have begun tying AI use to performance evaluations and promotion decisions. Regardless of opinions, this direction represents a broader shift in the workplace: augmenting your work with AI is an expectation.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2025-26 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 10, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce the 2025-26 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 10, 2026

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

Career Insights

How Collegiate DECA Members Can Turn Their Skills into Real Businesses

Mar 9, 2026

Collegiate DECA prepares students for real-world success. By starting small, leveraging their network and taking action, CDECA members can build leadership and entrepreneurial experience long before graduation.

Spotlights

Everyone Starts Somewhere: Supporting First-Year Collegiate DECA Members

Mar 9, 2026

One way UNLV Collegiate DECA supports high school members is by sponsoring competitive events at the State Career Development Conference. Learn more about the importance of supporting the younger generation of future leaders.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Mar 9, 2026

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

Career Insights

A High Schooler's Guide to Internships

Mar 9, 2026

For high schoolers, an internship is one of the best ways to explore a career field before committing to a college major. In this article, discover how to find opportunities and how to stand out on your application.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Expanding Into Fashion Accessories

Mar 9, 2026

Step into the director of marketing for Kosport, a brand of backpacks that are sold at various retailers across the country. Kosport has been making backpacks for over 60-years and is the most well-known brand for school-use backpacks.

Partners

Bring AP Business with Personal Finance to Your School in Fall 2026

Mar 6, 2026

AP Business with Personal Finance blends real-world business applications, personal finance skills and project-based learning, which naturally complement DECA. If you’re considering offering the course next fall, here are six steps to help you get started.

Partners

DECA joins the Intuit Hour of Finance™ Challenge

Mar 6, 2026

Financial confidence opens doors. Join the DECA community in the Intuit Hour of Finance Challenge and bring one hour of engaging financial literacy to students nationwide.

Career Insights

Lucky Charms: Tools Every DECA Member Needs to Succeed

Mar 4, 2026

Just like finding a four-leaf clover, success in DECA comes from having the right tools at your fingertips. Here are the "lucky charms" every DECA member should have in their toolbox to maximize their competitive edge.