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From Service Clerk to District Manager, the Walgreens Way

May 1, 2022

It was supposed to be a typical day in the life of then-teenager Mario Figueroa, a Walgreens district manager in the Chicago suburb of Buffalo Grove, IL.

Leadership

Real World 101: Critical Life Skills You Need to Know Now

May 1, 2022

How can you separate yourself from the two million other students who will graduate college with you? Every college graduate will have a degree, but not every graduate will be prepared for the world as it’s going to be. Learn how you can begin to differentiate yourself from the crowd now.

College Success

Surviving College Decision Day

Apr 27, 2022

College Decision Day is the most important day for many high school students: The day they’ll choose where they want to call “home” for the next four years and where they want to get a head start on a career with a college degree. If your head is spinning right now, don’t fret!

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2022-2023 Membership Theme: Get the Edge

Apr 27, 2022

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 News

Army ROTC Awards Over $700,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 26, 2022

Five DECA members are the recipients of over $700,000 in total scholarships from the Army ROTC.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 26, 2022

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Honors 2020-2022 Outstanding Service Award Recipients

Apr 26, 2022

DECA Inc. congratulates three recipients of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-55 Years of Service

Apr 26, 2022

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 News

Meet the 2022-2023 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 26, 2022

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2022-2023 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.

Conferences

DECA ICDC Grand Awards Session 2022

Apr 26, 2022

Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Grand Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Conferences

DECA ICDC Achievement Awards Session 2022

Apr 26, 2022

Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Achievement Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

DECA News

DECA Honors 2021-2022 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

Apr 25, 2022

DECA is proud to announce the chapters, associations and individuals who have earned high honors for serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.

Spotlights

UW Madison DECA's Mentorship Program

Feb 21, 2023

UW Madison DECA started a new mentorship program this semester, greatly benefiting both new and senior members. The program has had a lot of success as new students feel welcome paired up with a senior member.

Spotlights

FVTC DECA Restocks Local Food Pantry

Feb 20, 2023

FVTC DECA collected over 400 food items during the statewide Trick-or-Can helping restock the FVTC food pantry. The FVTC food pantry is dedicated to providing students with access to free food.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Rich Content for Weekly Emails

Feb 20, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Our Town Grocery, a grocery store chain with 350 locations. The senior vice president has asked you to determine content for weekly emails and how to obtain more customers’ email addresses. 

Spotlights

Helping Our Communities

Feb 17, 2023

Volunteers stepped up on a rainy Sunday afternoon to drop off bags requesting nonperishable food items for the Whitewater Community Space, a nonprofit community center that provides free clothing, furniture, books, food and many other items to anyone in need.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2023

To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Lending

Feb 13, 2023

Step into the role of a loan officer at Coopers Savings & Loan. You must explain to another loan officer the importance of emotional intelligence when helping customers apply for a loan.

Career Insights

The Magic of Next: 5-Word Motivation from Iconic Super Bowl Slogan

Feb 10, 2023

In the sports and entertainment world, it does not get any bigger than winning the Super Bowl in front of thousands in person and by millions around the world via television and radio.

Spotlights

Mayville State DECA Gives Back with the Feed My Starving Child Initiative

Feb 8, 2023

Thirteen Mayville State University DECA members help feed 48 starving children across the world by volunteering with the Feed My Starving Child Initiative.

Spotlights

Ensign College Mock Competition 2023

Feb 7, 2023

Ensign Collegiate DECA had a blast preparing for Utah's state conference during our mock competition. Getting together as a chapter to learn, build on each other's energy and make much-needed memories together.

Spotlights

How to Prepare Yourself on Competition Day: A Guide to DECA Glass

Feb 7, 2023

During competition, students challenge their business knowledge and skills with real scenarios to win over judges. You have what it takes to reach your goals, and by preparing yourself for competition day, you will set yourself one step ahead of your competition.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding Less Expensive Options at the Food Truck

Feb 6, 2023

Step into the role of an entrepreneur that owns three food trucks in a busy city of 300,000 people. The food truck business, Wing Love, sells chicken wings, French fries and cold beverages. The food trucks are placed in three busy neighborhoods: a college campus, a large park in the center of downtown and a mid-town neighborhood full of both households and businesses. 

Chapter Strategy

Unique Ways to Complete the Advocacy Campaign

Feb 1, 2023

February is CTE Month, meaning DECA members are out in the community, making it known how important Career Technical Student Organizations, or CTSOs, truly are! Chapters can complete the Advocacy Campaign before March 1st and show off DECA’s impact! Here are a few ways to stand out when completing the campaign.

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Spotlights

Tips for Creating Goals

Feb 15, 2024

Setting and achieving goals can be difficult and requires consistency, determination and a willingness to return from failure. Whether you want to learn to cook or start a business, creating goals is necessary.

Spotlights

Raising Voices for DECA: Legislative Advocacy

Feb 14, 2024

Washington DECA state officers kicked off CTE month with our annual Legislative Advocacy Day. We visited Washington’s state capitol in Olympia to advocate for DECA alongside state officers from seven other CTSOs.

Spotlights

Three Underrated Powers of Mentorship

Feb 14, 2024

Mentorship is a valuable tool, but many of its benefits are often overlooked. Arizona Collegiate DECA runs a mentorship program annually, and these are some of our biggest takeaways.

Spotlights

5 Study Tips for College Students

Feb 14, 2024

Finding effective studying strategies is key to helping you succeed in your classes and make the most of your college experience. Finding your perfect study space, effective notes, flashcards, study groups and practice tests are five things you can do to improve studying outcomes.

Spotlights

Creating A Sense of Community In Your Association

Feb 13, 2024

Arizona Collegiate DECA has focused on engagement and retention this academic year. We were able to increase our attendance at every association conference this year. Learn how we built our community in this article.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2024

To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.

Spotlights

UW-Whitewater DECA Prepares for Competition with Canva Workshop and Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

UW-Whitewater DECA sharpened its competitive edge with a 2-week Canva workshop and competition. Members learned design skills to create impactful presentations, which is vital for DECA success.

DECA News

Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

DECA Inc., Amazon and the International Trademark Association (INTA) are excited to announce the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge winners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Using Ticketing Kiosks to Gather Customer Information

Feb 12, 2024

Step into the role of a ticket sales representative at Wild Escape Amusement Park. Your supervisor has asked you how the park can gather customer information using ticketing kiosks.

Conferences

A Look Back at DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Feb 6, 2024

DECA's 2024 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference was one for the books! With over 1,100 members in attendance, this conference has set a precedent for a year full of experiencing DECA's difference in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 6, 2024

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises that earned a 2023-2024 Chapter Certification!

Career Insights

Super Bowl: Beyond the Stadium

Feb 5, 2024

Regardless of whether you have a ticket to the game or not, the Super Bowl is so much more than 60 minutes of football and a half-time show. It is a whole week, allowing fans to experience incredible events in new, fun travel destinations.