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DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters in the World for 2024-2025
DECA is excited to congratulate the top 10 membership chapters in the world for the 2024-2025 academic year! Thank you to all the chapters for being the one to make a difference in membership recruitment.
DECA Celebrates National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
Meet DECA's 2025-2026 Executive Officer Candidates
Learn more about the candidates running for executive office who hope to serve as the leaders of DECA’s High School Division for the 2025-2026 school year.
Watch the DECA ICDC 2025 Grand Opening Session
Watch the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session on-demand.
DECA Recognizes Donna McFadden with Honorary Life Membership
Donna McFadden has provided exemplary service to DECA for more than 30 years as the MA DECA Chartered Association Advisor. Her leadership, guidance, support and creative brilliance have reached DECA members and advisors at all levels.
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.
Case Study of the Week: Automated Trading Platforms
Step into the role of a financial advisor. A friend is considering automated trading platforms and has asked you for more information.
DECA Announces New Engagement with Merrill
DECA is thrilled to announce a new engagement with Merrill Wealth Management, a leading provider of wealth management and investment services, and a Bank of America company.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 49th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 49th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 6K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 16.2.
DECA ICDC: Know Before You Go
We're thrilled to welcome 25,000 DECA members, advisors and partners to the International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL on April 26-29, 2025. This guide includes everything you need to know before you go to Orlando!
Understanding Vehicle Financing
Financial Literacy Month is the perfect time to explore real-life money topics like vehicle financing and ownership. Learn about resources that you can use to teach these essential concepts to help students make informed, confident financial decisions.
DECA is Excited to Welcome 75+ Exhibitors to ICDC
Attendees of DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL will have the chance to network with more than 75 exhibitors. Explore the companies, colleges and organizations participating in this year’s event.
Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life
You don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. You can become the entrepreneur of your own life, navigating your personal and academic journey with the same creativity and determination that business leaders use to innovate and succeed.
Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week
This November, Global Entrepreneurship Network will celebrate 17 years of helping millions of people unleash their ideas to start and scale new businesses through Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Case Study of the Week: Putting an End to Skiplagging
Step into the role of the director of operations for Jetstream Airlines, an airline based in the United States with scheduled service to over 100 destinations in the United States and to 5 other countries.
Scholarship Success: 6 Essential Strategies
Scholarships are a powerful way to fund your college education, but standing out with so many applicants can be tough. Here are six strategies to increase your chances of scholarship success.
Using Data in Your Fundraising Efforts
Integrating data into your DECA chapter’s fundraising efforts can lead to successful campaigns. By understanding your audience, setting goals and utilizing the organization's direct impacts on your members, you can maximize your fundraising potential.
Boost Your Chapter’s Success with Local Business Sponsorships and Donations
By building connections and showing businesses how their support can directly impact Collegiate DECA members, you can create lasting sponsorships and encourage donations that fuel your chapter’s success.
Fundraising: Advancement Office and Alumni Engagement
Explore how you chapter can collaborate with the Alumni Engagement and Advancement Offices on your campus for resources and ways to set up a financial account to raise crucial funds for your Collegiate DECA chapter.
Turning Small Fundraisers into Success
While raising funds for an event or cause can be difficult, there's always an opportunity to make it a success. Here are some tips on how to turn a small opportunity into a successful one.
How to Leverage Your Experience with LinkedIn
A professional image is crucial for anyone looking to network or land a job. What is the key to utilizing a platform such as LinkedIn as a tool to expand your presence? Here, you can learn tips to leverage your profile to land the next opportunity.
Giving Back with Servant Leadership
Embracing servant leadership and prioritizing community service has a positive impact on your DECA chapter in many ways. Integrating these principles into your leadership practices ensures that your chapter makes a meaningful difference in the community and beyond.
3 Things You Need to Do to Get a Job During Winter Break
If you're aiming to secure a job during winter break, now is the time to act. By tailoring your resume, leveraging Collegiate DECA networks, and engaging with industry professionals, you can set yourself apart from other applicants.
Investing in Collegiate DECA Alumni and Professional Membership
Membership within Collegiate DECA isn’t just for students and advisors. We also welcome alumni and business community members to join in the fun of our division. Learn more about how to invest in alumni and professional members.
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DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 42nd Semi-Annual Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Teens
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 42nd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 10,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.8 years.
Case Study of the Week: Keeping the Fixings Bar at Burger Country Fresh
You are to assume the role of the operations manager at Burger Country, a fast food restaurant with five locations that specializes in hamburgers. The owner of the company has asked you to explain operational considerations in a new portion of each restaurant called the “fixings bar.”
4 Factors for College Matchmaking
Many DECA members will soon begin starting the college application process. While there are many factors that should influence your decision, here are four key factors you should consider when choosing which college(s) to apply to.
Case Study of the Week: Remarketing a Classic Shoe Store
You are to assume the role of a marketing communications consultant hired by Cost Less Shoes, a national chain of discount footwear for men, women, and children. The CEO of the company has hired you to develop a marketing communications plan that will remarket the brand.
Earning DECA Glass: Online Events
Previous ICDC competitive events winners share their thoughts and insights on DECA's online events. Discover tips and tricks to help you prepare for your quest for DECA glass in the Stock Market Game and Virtual Business Challenge.
5 Ways to Improve Your Prepared Event
Written events can be difficult to master. What does a winning project look like? What kind of before-hand preparation is required?
Improving the Employee Experience
This year's Business Operations Research topic focuses on ways to improve the employee experience. We visited with Intuit, Men's Wearhouse and Marriott International to learn how they are charting a course for the future of their workplace culture based on their experiences from the past year.
Rules to Live By: The Nature of Ethics
When you think of ethics, what comes to mind? Doing what people say you should do? Obeying the law? While these can both be part of ethical behavior, it takes a lot more than just listening to authority figures or doing what’s legal to be an ethical person.
Using Pop-up Events to Increase SBE Sales
Pop-up events are becoming more popular, and there are plenty of reasons why you should consider having your School-based Enterprise (SBE) pop up in your community.
3 Ways to Handle Burnout
Have you ever experienced a case of burnout? If so, it can be a challenging experience. During the school year, we take on many responsibilities and may find it hard to balance work, academics and life with so much on our plate. It is important to find a way to take a break and rest–both physically and mentally–to avoid burnout.
Case Study of the Week: Investing Money at a Bank
You are to assume the roles of the investment manager and investment specialist at Cross Town Bank. You will be meeting with a customer to discuss options for investing in order to earn a return.
3 Ways to Celebrate a DECA Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to spend the Halloween season than doing it DECA style! Here are three ways you can celebrate Halloween the DECA way.
