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Chapter Strategy

The DECA Drop Episode 5: Dear Newly Elected Association Officer

Mar 3, 2026

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!

Chapter Strategy

The Ultimate DECA Video Series: Student Leadership

Mar 3, 2026

From chapter officer guides and association officer tools to planning and leadership development materials, this video walks through the resources created to support leaders at every level of the organization.

Chapter Strategy

The Ultimate DECA Video Series: The Role-Play

Mar 3, 2026

From understanding the structure and timing to mastering addressing performance indicators and delivering a confident, professional presentation, this video goes over what truly makes a strong role-play stand out.

Career Insights

From Podium to “For You” Page: How TikTok Edits are Reshaping Olympic Athlete Branding

Mar 2, 2026

TikTok edits have redefined Olympic branding by turning athletes into ongoing digital narratives rather than once-every-four-years competitors. While medals still carry prestige, narrative, personality and aesthetic, cohesion can amplify competitive results

Leadership

5 Tips to Help You Stay Productive

Mar 2, 2026

Balancing schoolwork, DECA and other extracurriculars is challenging. There are so many distractions around you that prevent you from focusing on your work. Here are 5 tips that will help you stay on track!

Spotlights

Going for Gold: The Mindset Behind the Medal

Mar 2, 2026

Alysa Liu's Olympic Gold win redefined what it means to compete under pressure. Her comeback shows how success is best found by following one’s own passions on one’s own terms. Let's look at how DECA competitors can learn from Alysa Liu!

Chapter Strategy

Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Elizabeth Martin

Mar 2, 2026

At Reedy DECA, advisor Elizabeth Martin is bringing the business world directly into her classroom by intentionally incorporating DECA’s Corporate Challenges into both her instruction and chapter culture

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Transitioning Due To Ethics

Mar 2, 2026

Step into the role of a small business owner that runs Pets for You, a pet shop that sells dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, snakes and fish. You began Pets for You 20 years ago. As a lifelong pet lover, you wanted to start a business that would help connect people and pets with forever homes.

Career Insights

Exploring Air Force Careers: From Enlisted Paths to Becoming an Officer

Mar 1, 2026

The U.S. Air Force offers flexible career pathways. Students can gain real-world experience, earn college degrees while serving and grow into leadership positions, building a career that evolves with their goals over time.

Chapter Strategy

From Your Association’s CDC to ICDC: Making the Most of the In-Between

Mar 1, 2026

The eternal question sits in the mind of every DECA member: What should you do between your association conference and ICDC? The truth is, this in-between period holds more to do than you might think!

Compete

Go for Glass: Competition Tips from an ICDC Glass Winner

Mar 1, 2026

With ICDC just over a month away, preparation is key to your success. Preparing for competition improves your confidence and your professionalism. Discover several key preparation techniques in this article.

Spotlights

Leading the Future: Celebrating Women in DECA for Women’s History Month

Mar 1, 2026

Within DECA, celebrating women feels especially meaningful. Walk into any chapter meeting or conference, and you will see young women stepping forward as competitors, innovators, mentors and leaders.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Need for Professional Development

May 1, 2023

Step into the role of an administrative services assistant at Midtown Technical College. A co-worker has asked you why it’s important to take advantage of the company’s professional development opportunities. 

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference

Apr 26, 2023

Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor

Apr 25, 2023

DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 24, 2023

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

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Deliver Entertainment Along with Food?

Apr 24, 2023

Step into the role of marketing director for Friendly’s Club House, a chain of family entertainment centers and restaurants. Friendly’s Club House offers a limited menu of food and beverages, arcade games, amusement rides, dance floors, and special areas for birthday parties.

Career Insights

Your First Credit Card

Apr 24, 2023

If you feel like you’re ready for your first credit card, having a budget and doing the research before accepting the first offer is important. Getting a credit card is an important step on your financial journey and climbing onto the ladder of responsibility.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Lisa Delampan with Honorary Life Membership

Apr 22, 2023

Lisa Delampan has dedicated the last 30 years to serving DECA members and advisors in New England as the Chartered Association Advisor for New Hampshire DECA and Maine DECA.

DECA News

Meet the 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 18, 2023

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2023-2024 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.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2023 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 18, 2023

Congratulations to the 2023 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in Orlando, FL.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters at ICDC

Apr 18, 2023

Collegiate DECA is excited to announce the top 10 membership chapters for the 2022-2023 academic year that received recognition during Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game 2023 Session Two Top Competitors

Apr 18, 2023

DECA congratulates the following top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Partnering Benefit Both Corporate Brands?

Apr 17, 2023

Step into the role of the vice president of merchandising and the director of channel management for Bright Star Foods, the nation’s largest supermarket chain. You will be meeting with the merchandising director for Care Plus Drug Stores to discuss a new partnership endeavor and explain the benefits.

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DECA News

Introducing the 2026-27 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 28, 2026

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.

Compete

DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2026-2027

Apr 28, 2026

Get a head start on the 2026-2027 competition season with DECA's updates, topics and resources for next year's competitive events program.

DECA News

2025-2026 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 28, 2026

The IMPACT Program has five categories for recognition: Advocacy, Community Outreach, Innovations, Membership and Partnership Outreach.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40 Years of Service at 2026 ICDC

Apr 28, 2026

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.

DECA News

U.S. Army Awarded Over $15 Million in Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 28, 2026

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.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 28, 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

Conferences

Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Post Conference FAQs

Apr 27, 2026

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.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2026 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists

Apr 27, 2026

Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing A New Branded Hotel TV Channel

Apr 27, 2026

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 News

DECA Honors Top 10 Chapters Worldwide for 2025-2026

Apr 25, 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.

DECA News

DECA Celebrates Four Milestone Years of Service with Valued Partners

Apr 25, 2026

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 News

DECA Members Break Decade-Long Record by Raising Over $200,000 for MDA

Apr 25, 2026

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.