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Chapter Strategy

Leadership Team Building Ideas

Jun 3, 2020

While social distancing, it can be difficult to connect with the members of your leadership team. However, it is vital to continue being productive and connected. We want all teams to have an extra strong start to the next school year in order to make up for lost activities and events. Below are my top five tips to keep the DECA spirit alive with your leadership team!

Career Insights

4 Tips for Summer Job and Internship Success

Jun 3, 2020

For many students, finding a summer job, career-defining internship or even a well-paid career can be challenging, and the current job market does not make it any easier. Additionally, some students are enduring the nightmare of having their internship or a job offer revoked, while others are shifting to working remotely.

Chapter Strategy

Using Zoom to Unlock New Learning Opportunities

Jun 1, 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown just about everyone for a loop. Like many educators, Sharon Cutler, a 15-year DECA chapter advisor and teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, has been looking for unique ways to engage her students through distance learning.

Career Insights

Mastering Virtual Interviews

May 26, 2020

A hiring manager emails to tell you they'd like you to interview for your dream position -- virtually. Now what? Watch this video to help you master your next virtual interview.

DECA News

Meet the 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team

May 8, 2020

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2020-2021 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe and take our organization to the next level.

College Success

Tips for Acing Finals while Social Distancing

May 4, 2020

While finals this year will likely be accompanied by new challenges, that doesn’t mean they should be feared! Follow the steps below to ace your upcoming final exams with confidence.

DECA News

DECA Members Receive Over $4.2 Million in Army ROTC Scholarships

May 2, 2020

Twenty-four DECA members are the recipients of over $4.2 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Members' Years of Service

Apr 30, 2020

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

Career Insights

Watch Now: Emerging Professional Conversations

Apr 28, 2020

Engage in a conversation with former DECA Inc. executive officers turned emerging professionals. Learn how they leveraged their DECA experience to earn success in college and their careers. Watch now.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-55 Years of Service

Apr 28, 2020

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.

Career Insights

Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable

Apr 28, 2020

Learn what it takes to become a successful business professional from a roundtable of accomplished executives in each of these career areas. Watch now.

Leadership

Watch Now: Leadership Lessons from Geekdom

Apr 28, 2020

Learn about the quirky subcultures and communities born out of the fixation of various interests, uncover the powerful success behaviors geeks exhibit, and find practical guidance as an emerging leader and how to tap into strengths in your teams. Watch now.

Chapter Strategy

Marketing Your Chapter in the New Year

Jan 12, 2021

Discover tips to market your Collegiate DECA chapter and recruit new members in the second semester.

Career Insights

The Best Marketing Career for Your Personality Type

Jan 12, 2021

Marketing careers are not one-size-fits-all, and the variety of career paths in marketing continues to grow each year. Read on to learn more about a few top marketing specialties and which might be best for your unique personality!

Compete

The Art of Storytelling

Jan 12, 2021

Whether we are competing, fundraising, socializing, serving or leading we are constantly telling a story—our DECA story. So, why not make your story the best it can be?!

Career Insights

Behind the Headlines with a P&G Communications Executive

Jan 12, 2021

Procter & Gamble Chief Communications Officer Damon Jones sits down with NRF Foundation All Access for “20 Questions.”

DECA News

Announcing the 2020 Intuit Innovation Challenge Winners

Jan 12, 2021

The Intuit Innovation Challenge is a hands-on design thinking project, daring students around the globe to innovate for impact to help reverse the effect of global warming.

Career Insights

Top 10 Marketing Trends to Watch for in 2021

Jan 12, 2021

Looking for the latest trends and buzzwords to incorporate into your next role-play? DECA’s Competitive Events Specialist shares a look at what to expect in the new year.

Spotlights

The Circle of DECA

Jan 9, 2021

As high school DECA members from different states, these alumni members never imagined they would come full circle to work for the same company, AT&T, and pass the baton by mentoring current high school DECA members.

Career Insights

Behind the Scenes at the MDA Telethon

Jan 7, 2021

MDA is giving DECA members an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the MDA Telethon from a marketing and communications lens and shares how the show was collaboratively created.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2020-2021 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Jan 4, 2021

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

DECA News

Top 5 Collegiate DECA Moments of 2020

Dec 28, 2020

Even in the face of adversity, our members continue to thrive! Here's a look back at the five greatest (virtual) moments from 2020.

Spotlights

Minnesota State University-Moorhead DECA Hosts a Mock Competition

Dec 15, 2020

Trying to figure out how to run a successful mock competition? See how Minnesota State University-Moorhead DECA members made it possible.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love This Holiday Season

Dec 4, 2020

Are you looking to get involved with your community and make an impact this holiday season? Here are five ways to spread some holiday cheer!

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College Success

Breaking Down How to Get Involved on Campus

Aug 1, 2024

Starting college can feel like stepping into a whole new world. From registered student organizations (RSOs) to Greek life, there can be a lot to take in. Let's break down each of these and why you might want to join them.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One: The Collegiate DECA Program of Leadership

Aug 1, 2024

Your Collegiate DECA Executive Officer team is excited to announce our 2024-2025 Program of Leadership. Focus areas for the Collegiate division include leadership development, member engagement and member recruitment.

Chapter Strategy

Recruit, Retain, Repeat: Strategies for Maintaining Chapter Memberships

Aug 1, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Engaging with High School Member Video Calls

Aug 1, 2024

Discover ways to stay engaged this year through the High School Executive Officer team’s One DECA, President's Council and Regional Call series.

Chapter Strategy

Selling DECA to New Members

Aug 1, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One: High School Program of Leadership

Aug 1, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Middle School Mania

Aug 1, 2024

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.

Partners

#DECAATTProject 2023-2024: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Jul 29, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: Join Collegiate DECA Video

Jul 23, 2024

Joining Collegiate DECA is the first step you can take towards achieving your goals and realizing your greatest potential. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Spotlights

Pioneering Leadership: Ava Stacker's Trailblazing Role as GA DECA's VP of Marketing

Jul 5, 2024

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.

Conferences

Watch the #DECAICDC 2025 Promo Video

Jul 5, 2024

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.

DECA News

Download the 2024-2025 DECA Guide

Jul 1, 2024

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!