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Recruit, Retain, Repeat: Strategies for Maintaining Chapter Memberships
DECA is poised to reach record membership levels yet again. Establishing a strong support framework is crucial to maintaining this growth and effectively nurturing new chapters. Here is how you can foster retention and create a lasting impact.
Engaging with High School Member Video Calls
Discover ways to stay engaged this year through the High School Executive Officer team’s One DECA, President's Council and Regional Call series.
Selling DECA to New Members
Membership recruitment at the beginning of each school year is essential to a chapter’s success. Here are some ideas to help you sell DECA while gaining exposure from your school community.
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Be The One: High School Program of Leadership
The 2024-2025 High School Division Executive Officer Team is excited to introduce our Program of Leadership. We can’t wait to help members Be the One through advocacy, communications and leadership development.
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.
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!
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!
Be The One: DECA Starter Pack Pt. 2
Here is part 2 of the Be The One DECA Starter Pack series. This article is about boosting your chapter's Communications Strategy with a step-by-step strategic communications plan to help it thrive this upcoming year.
Case Study of the Week: Luggage For Rent
Step into the role of an entrepreneur looking to develop a new project. A friend has an idea for a new business but needs help developing it into a feasible venture.
Shop DECA FAQs & Answers
How do I get a new blazer patch? Can I exchange or return a blazer? What is DECA+? The Shop DECA team is here to help answer some of your most frequently asked questions about Shop DECA products and processes.
DECA and the NRF Foundation Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership
For three decades, DECA Inc. and the NRF Foundation have shared a powerful vision: preparing the next generation of leaders for success in retail and beyond. This year, we proudly celebrate 30 years of collaboration, innovation and student impact.
From the Soccer Field to the DECA Stage: Starting the Kingwood High School Chapter
From chasing Division 1 dreams on the soccer field to building one of Texas's fastest-growing DECA chapters, I discovered that true leadership is about more than wins. It's about finding your voice, creating community and inspiring others to rise.
Building and Leading a Strong Officer Team
Building a strong DECA officer team takes effort, but it can make all the difference in a chapter's success. Explore the values that build a strong chapter officer team!
Stepping Into DECA: Lessons From My First Year
Are you a student who's new to DECA? If so, here's my advice from someone who was once in your shoes.
Racing into the School Year: East Paulding DECA's Membership Recruitment Campaign and Tactics
At East Paulding DECA, we were pleasantly challenged when the national DECA "Go the Extra" theme was released. After much thought and discussion, we happily chose a thrilling race car theme for our school's campaign.
Mastering Money: Why Finance Events Are Essential for DECA Members
Finance events help DECA members build real-world money management and consulting skills. From budgeting and investments to teamwork and client communication, this cluster prepares students for success both in and out of the competition setting.
Watch the #CDECAICDC 2026 Promo Video
Go The Extra at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Louisville, KY on April 18-21, 2026.
Case Study of the Week: Hobbies for Veterinarian Office Employees
Step into the role of the human resources manager at Riverside Pet Clinic, a veterinarian office with 55 employees. The owner wants you to determine how to encourage all employees to participate in a hobby.
This Is Where It Starts: 2025 Chapter Meetings
The DECA year kicks off with energy, connection and endless opportunities ahead. This list outlines key meeting types to help chapters create meaningful, engaging and well-rounded experiences for members throughout the year.
Why You Should Attend the Engage Conference
Collegiate DECA Engage is where you make it happen, whether exploring career paths, expanding your network or sharpening your leadership abilities.
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Introducing the 2026-27 DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2026-27 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.
DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2026-2027
Get a head start on the 2026-2027 competition season with DECA's updates, topics and resources for next year's competitive events program.
2025-2026 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The IMPACT Program has five categories for recognition: Advocacy, Community Outreach, Innovations, Membership and Partnership Outreach.
DECA Honors Advisors for 40 Years of Service at 2026 ICDC
The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding service to the organization's mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.
U.S. Army Awarded Over $15 Million in Scholarships to DECA Members
Army ROTC has annually participated at the International Career Development Conference as an exhibitor, provided mentors, judged competitions, shared remarks on leadership and awarded millions in college scholarships.
Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!
Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Post Conference FAQs
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.
Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA!
Case Study of the Week: Designing A New Branded Hotel TV Channel
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 Honors Top 10 Chapters Worldwide for 2025-2026
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.
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DECA Celebrates Four Milestone Years of Service with Valued Partners
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 Members Break Decade-Long Record by Raising Over $200,000 for MDA
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.
