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Unique Ways to Complete the Advocacy Campaign
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.
Social Media at DECA Conferences: Do’s and Don’t’s
This conference season, don't forget to collaborate, create and connect with the DECA community. As you prepare, check out these five tips to remember as you pull out all the stops for social media shots this Spring.
Case Study of the Week: Positive Working Relationships While Restructuring
Step into the role of the director of human resources at Ideal Technologies, a technology consulting firm with 100 employees. The president of the company has notified you of the upcoming restructuring of the company and wants you to suggest methods to prevent issues that may arise when the restructuring is announced.
Running for a Leadership Position
Leadership in DECA is an incredible opportunity that allows you to travel, connect and make a difference for years to come. However, it takes courage to be able to prove to both peers and strangers that you are the right person for the position. Whether it’s chapter, association or even executive office, here are the 3 top campaigning tips!
Case Study of the Week: Dealing with Online Scams in the Travel Industry
Step into the role of the chief communications officer and director of customer relations for Journey, a travel booking website that provides airline and train ticketing, car rental services, and other travel needs. The CEO of the company wants you to develop a plan that will communicate a customer service scam to customers and Journey employees.
Celebrating CTE® Month from Home
This February, celebrate your CTE experiences and invite others to join the fun with these four tips on bringing awareness to all the excellent CTE opportunities awaiting.
Standout Creatively in Prepared Events
Top-tier DECA competitors know to hit all the competition event indicators, but it’s those little touches that elevate a well-prepared presentation to a DECA glass-winning presentation. Color, typography, layout and that perfect personal touch are your secret weapons.
Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2022-2023 Winners
Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2022-2023!
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.
Opportunities for Non-Competitive Members
When most people hear "DECA," they immediately think of competitive events. For those who choose a different journey, DECA provides life-changing experiences in leadership, career preparation, networking and personal growth.
The Impact of Non-Competitive Members
The second part of our Non-Competitive Member DDO series tackles how these members can benefit Collegiate DECA as a division. Not only can these members lead, but they can serve as a foundation for building a better chapter community and beyond.
How to Recruit Non-Competitive Members
When talking about DECA, students are often told about competitions and conferences. However, the Collegiate division's main focus is on career-building. Learn how to communicate the benefits non-competitive members can get by joining Collegiate DECA.
DECA Month: The Collegiate Way
November is DECA month, a month members look forward to celebrating together. While many participating members are high school students, this article will help guide College students in joining in the fun: The Collegiate Way.
Things to Do in Minneapolis During Collegiate DECA Engage
With so much to do in Minneapolis, Engage 2024 attendees can make the most of their downtime by exploring the local favorites. Whether you’re into art and history or want to try some amazing food, Minneapolis has something for everyone.
The New Collegiate DECA Chapter Map
Are you curious if your current or future college campus has a Collegiate DECA chapter? Look no further than our Collegiate DECA Chapter Map, which gives you a glance at the over 200 institutions our division calls home.
Case Study of the Week: Reducing Operating Costs
Step into the role of the general manager of The Cabin, a restaurant specializing in steaks, seafood and pasta. The owner of the restaurant wants you to weigh the pros and cons of implementing a new policy to reduce operating costs.
Case Study of the Week: Sell out?
Step into the role of the general manager for Vinyl Spin, an independently owned record shop that sells new and used vinyl records. The owner wants you to weigh the pros and cons of being an exclusive sales outlet for a new vinyl album.
Boost Your Scholarship Chances with DECA
Whether you are submitting an application for a scholarship this year or want to gain some better insight for applying for future scholarships, check out this article to learn how to leverage your DECA involvement to stand out.
Case Study of the Week: Promoting an After-Hours Daycare
Step into the roles of the owners of Twilight Childcare. An investor in the business has asked your team to develop a plan to promote the new business to targeted markets.
Case Study of the Week: Correcting Journal Errors
Step into the role of the senior accountant at Monaco Company. The manager of the company wants you to correct journal entries and errors made in your absence.
Case Study of the Week: Staff Communication
Step into the role of a front desk employee at Grand Grocery Distribution Center, a large distribution center for a regional grocery store. The manager asked you to communicate a change in policy to all staff.
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Watch the DECA ICDC 2026 Grand Opening Session
The 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session is happening on Saturday, April 25, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
Taste of ATL: 5 Restaurants You’ll Be Talking About All Trip
Whether you're going to dinner with your chapter, grabbing a bite after competition or exploring the city, here are five spots that deliver great food without feeling overly commercialized.
Case Study: Supporting Chick-fil-A Operators Through Optional Team Member Programs
Chick‑fil‑A has asked your DECA team to act as consultants and develop one optional program concept that Operators could voluntarily implement to support their Team Members.
Introducing the 2026-27 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2026-27 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent Collegiate DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.
Collegiate DECA Honors Advisors for 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 for their years of service to Collegiate DECA.
Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in Louisville, KY.
Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from Collegiate DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Louisville, KY.
Farewell from the 2025-26 Collegiate Division Executive Officers
As we bid farewell as the 2025-26 Collegiate Executive Officer Team, we want to thank you for trusting us throughout this term. Because of you, we were able to #GoTheExtra!
Beyond the Badge: What DECA ICDC Does for Your Future
Placing at DECA ICDC feels good. But no matter how you finish, you'll leave the conference with far more than a ranking. In this article, learn how to actually make use of it.
The DECA Drop Episode 7: Advice & Gratitude
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!
Get Ready to Explore Atlanta
Attending DECA ICDC is a remarkable achievement in itself! Take time to celebrate your success, and explore one of America's most vibrant cities.
Will You Accept the ICDC DECA Quest Challenge?
When not competing or participating in academies, make the most of your #DECAICDC experience with DECA Quest! Complete challenges in the digital scavenger hunt for your chance to earn prizes.
