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Interview with a CEO
In this interview, Lead4Change sat down with Tim Schurrer, CEO of David Novak Leadership Inc., to learn more about his career journey, "secret sauce" and future goals.
Case Study of the Week: Mitigating Fraud
Step into the role of fraud manager for Edson National Bank (ENB). The director of the fraud department wants you to develop a training plan for new employees regarding credit card fraud.
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Crush Your Goals
People like to rattle off the phrase "follow your dreams", but don’t typically tell us how to do so. Here are three tips for setting goals and keeping up with them, to help you make your dreams come true!
So, You’re Thinking of Running for Executive Office
Have you thought about running for Executive Office? In this role, you can network, collaborate and lead with members of DECA from around the world! Running for a position on the Executive Officer Team is not an easy task, but it is more than rewarding.
Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2023 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2023 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.
Case Study of the Week: Turning an Exercise Brand into a Lifestyle Brand
Step into the role of director of brand management for Exertion, a company that produces luxury stationary bicycles and treadmills that allows users to stream classes for the company’s fitness studio via monthly subscription. The director of marketing wants the company to broaden into a lifestyle brand.
One DECA: January 2023
Check out what you missed on the January 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.
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New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org
An all-new deca.org is here! Believe it or not, the most recent deca.org was unveiled in 2014, and while it welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, our new site has many enhanced features.
Managing Your Time as a Busy Student
Balancing your time as a high school or college student can be really challenging. A Cornell University Dyson student tells you how she manages her time and shares her organizational and time management tips.
Case Study of the Week: Which Additional Sales Channel is Best?
Step into the role of the owner of Victor May, a business that creates made-to-order handbags, tote bags, clutches and purses. Your business partner wants the business to add an additional sales channel and has provided you with two possibilities.
Case Study of the Week: Creating Incentives for Use of Reusable Cups
Step into the role of the promotional director for Morning Brew, the largest coffee shop chain in the nation. The director of corporate responsibility wants you to design a promotion that will increase the use of reusable cups from 2% to 5% in the next year.
UW-Green Bay Hosted a Regional Conference
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Collegiate DECA Chapter hosted its first-ever regional conference this November. It was a huge success with over 70 attendees, four guest speakers and five schools.
Case Study of the Week: Adding Live-streaming as a Sales Channel
Step into the role of the owner of Ornamental, a small business that creates indoor and outdoor decorations. Your business partner wants you to add another sales channel and you must explain livestream shopping and how adding it would benefit the company.
Case Study of the Week: Justifiable Loans
Step into the role of a loan officer at Trust Bank. A customer has asked you to explain why certain loans are justifiable and others are not.
Merging Community Service with Networking
At the annual Michigan Collegiate DECA State Career Development Conference, MI Collegiate DECA merged community service with networking by participating in a tie blanket craft with glowing reviews post-conference.
BLC DECA Shines Through FutureSolvers Competition
Through a local business competition opportunity, Bethany Lutheran College DECA Chapter was able to get in extra practice for future DECA competitions and make great memories in the process!
Why Starting a Collegiate DECA Chapter is Worth It
Starting a Collegiate DECA chapter is a challenging yet rewarding experience. Learn more about the Collegiate DECA chapter recently founded at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Case Study of the Week: Menu Creation
Step into the role of the manager of Café on the Square, a full-service restaurant set to open later this year. The owner of the restaurant wants you to determine necessary information needed on the restaurant menu.
Excelling in Collegiate DECA Role-plays
In Collegiate DECA, mastering role plays is crucial for success in the business world. Whether you're a seasoned participant or new to DECA, these practical tips will help elevate your role-playing skills.
Collegiate DECA: What to Look Forward to in 2024
With the new year kicking off, there are so many amazing opportunities that you can take advantage of to Experience the Difference in 2024.
DECA Dreamin’ and Academic Gleamin’
Whether you're a seasoned student or a wide-eyed freshman, here's a comprehensive guide to help you kick off the next semester confidently, focusing on academic excellence, DECA success and self-care.
Case Study of the Week: The Economics of Baby Diapers
Step into the role of the general manager at a local Care More drugstore. The district manager wants you to decide how to price a private label product and explain reasons for the pricing decision.
Powering Up for The New Year
Acquiring power skills can alter the trajectory of your high school years and your subsequent collegiate experience and professional life. Prepare to enter your ‘power’ era—by honing the skills to get there.
Case Study of the Week: An Ethical Partnership?
Step into the role of the director of partnerships at Body Positivity Society, a nonprofit organization that educates and promotes body positivity. The executive director wants you to analyze whether to accept a generous bid for partnership from a national apparel chain.
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Pitch Decks: Your Questions Answered
New for the 2025-26 school year, six competitive events will replace the previously required 10-page written paper with a 20-slide pitch deck. Check out this article for answers to questions about the change to Pitch Decks.
Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors
As DECA advisors, one of our crucial roles is helping student members navigate the technical requirements of written events. Use this article to guide your student members in avoiding common penalty point deductions.
In the Judge's Mind: What Makes You Stand Out in Your DECA Role-play
Go beyond the official rubric to reveal the unwritten expectations of role-play judges to hear from several experienced judges about the details that separate the solid role-plays from the unforgettable ones.
Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Katrina McDowell
Discover how High Plains Technology Center advisor Katrina McDowell is engaging members in marketing management through the Woodward community.
Congratulations to the 2025 Competition University Chapter Climb Challenge Winners
Competition University and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the 2025 Competition University Chapter Climb Challenge!
The DECA Drop Episode 2: Personal Branding & Networking
Your 2025–2026 Executive Officer Team saw how podcasts were taking off and wanted to give DECA members the same kind of experience: a place to pick up tips, hear updates and get to know our team!
Case Study of the Week: Marketing a Cruise of the World
Step into the role of the marketing manager for Lantern Cruises, the largest cruise line brand by revenue. The director of marketing wants you to develop a marketing plan that will sell spots on the Platinum World Tour cruise.
Understanding AI Resume Checkers: What You Should Know
AI resume checks are becoming increasingly prevalent in the career preparation process. These platforms help users review, edit and optimize their resumes for clarity, keyword alignment and professional formatting.
The Key To Problem Solving
Not everything always goes to plan, which is why it’s essential to know how to problem-solve in any situation. Understanding where things went awry after fixing them can help you avoid the same issue in the future.
How to Choose Your Collegiate DECA Competitive Event
In this article, we’ll break down your decision step by step, so you can find the Collegiate DECA competitive event that perfectly aligns with your strengths, interests and goals.
Go All In: Making the Most of DECA Month
DECA Month is about showcasing your leadership, community and creativity. Here’s how to get involved, make an impact and truly demonstrate what it means to be DECA.
Getting Into the Giving Season
From food drives, service events, or acts of kindness within their own schools, members have the opportunity to use this time of year to positively impact their community while living out DECA's mission of leadership and service.
