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Experiential Marketing: When Brands Become the Entertainment

Mar 17, 2020

Part branding, part entertainment, experiential marketing is finding its way into the marketing plans of more and more top brands. Read on to find out exactly what this type of marketing is, why brands love it and how to make it part of your future marketing career. 

Career Insights

A World Beyond Imagination

Mar 17, 2020

The success of Disney’s parks is no accident. With over 170,000 employees and 12 parks around the world, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products has consistently dominated the market while ensuring the ultimate customer experience. Here are the top five ways Disney Parks continue to rule the industry.

Compete

Sports and Entertainment Competition Tips from the Pros

Mar 17, 2020

DECA offers several sports and entertainment marketing competitive events for members to flex their skills. To help you prepare for your next competition, I gathered some insider knowledge from two previous SEM event competitors.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2019-2020

Mar 17, 2020

DECA is pleased to announce the 2019-2020 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $300,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Career Insights

Courtyard by Marriott Culminates Once-in-a-lifetime Celebration at Super Bowl LIV

Mar 17, 2020

Global Travel Program Marriott Bonvoy Offers Members Hundreds of Exclusive Moments Around Super Bowl LIV and the 2020 Pro Bowl.

DECA News

DECA's 2020 Advocacy Campaign Recipients

Mar 16, 2020

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2020 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

DECA News

FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge 2020 Winners

Mar 6, 2020

DECA Inc. and the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) are excited to announce the winners of this year’s FIDM Challenge.

DECA News

DECA's 2020 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Mar 3, 2020

Congratulations to the 2019-2020 recipients of DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award recognizing members who have been involved at the local, chartered association and DECA Inc. levels.

Leadership

5 Task Management Tips to Skyrocket Your Productivity

Feb 10, 2020

Task management is important because it helps you be more productive. Sure enough, when you’re more organized and spend a little time planning, you’re able to accomplish much more. Here are some of my favorite tips!

DECA News

2020-2021 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 10, 2020

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2020-2021 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC).

DECA News

2019-2020 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 10, 2020

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2019-2020 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) this spring in Nashville, Tennessee.

Chapter Strategy

Partner with Purpose: Developing Partnerships for a Stronger DECA

Feb 8, 2020

For your DECA chapter or association to thrive, it is valuable to find individuals or organizations that can help you achieve your mission and goals. Forming partnerships allows multiple groups to receive benefits while also contributing to the greater good of their respective markets.

Chapter Strategy

Founding a Collegiate DECA Chapter: Blueprints for Success

Jul 1, 2024

Dreaming of joining the founders' circle within Collegiate DECA? There's no better time than now to embark on this unique and rewarding journey.

DECA News

The Summer of DECA Quest

Jun 20, 2024

The Summer of DECA Quest is full of fun activities you can complete on your own or with other DECA members! From watching the sunset and doing a TikTok trend to volunteering with your chapter and sharing your 24-25 DECA goals, there’s something for everyone.

Spotlights

Pride Month with Jewel Shier

Jun 1, 2024

Pride Month presents us with an invaluable opportunity to showcase inclusivity further and demonstrate support for our LGBTQ+ members and allies in the community. Here is the story of one of our members.

Conferences

CDECA ICDC: First Time Experiences

Jun 1, 2024

Have you ever thought about whether Collegiate DECA is worth joining? Hear from Collegiate DECA members who attended the CDECA International Career Development Conference for the first time this year in Austin, TX.

Career Insights

Maximizing Your Summer Internship: 5 Strategies for Securing a Full-Time Position

Jun 1, 2024

By following these five tips, you can leverage your internship experience to position yourself for long-term career success and increase your chances of securing full-time employment opportunities!

Chapter Strategy

Engaging With Collegiate DECA: Summer Edition

Jun 1, 2024

The weather is hot, and homework is non-existent, so we can sometimes slip away from our commitment to the DECA Diamond. But fear not! I am here to provide ways your chapter and association teams can stay engaged with members over the summer months.

DECA News

DECA Earns Gold Circle Award for Excellence in Association Communications from ASAE

May 30, 2024

DECA Inc. earned recognition by ASAE with a 2024 Gold Circle Award in the Video category. The Gold Circle Awards competition is the premier association marketing, membership and communications award.

DECA News

Learn More About Your 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Executive Officers

May 28, 2024

During this year's Collegiate DECA ICDC in Austin, DECA members selected the leaders that will serve during the upcoming school year. As they prepare for the next year, discover more about who they are and where they come from.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: From Hire Date to Start Date

May 27, 2024

Step into the role of the director of human resources for Fun Time. The vice president wants you to create a welcome package for new employees that will keep them engaged from hire date to start date.

Chapter Strategy

Summer of Collegiate DECA: Recruitment

May 21, 2024

Are you ready to be the one…with the largest Collegiate DECA membership growth in the next academic year? Here are some ideas to help you set your chapter up for success for the upcoming semester.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting "New" Merchandise

May 20, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing manager for Gold Mine. The owner of the chain wants you to develop a plan to promote the stores’ new venture into formalwear and its need for merchandise.

Career Insights

Making the Most of Your Summer Internship

May 15, 2024

Summer internships are not just about earning a paycheck or padding your resume; they're an opportunity to learn, grow, and pave the way for your future career. But how do you make the most of these brief months?

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How to Maximize Your Summer Job or Internship Experience

Jun 10, 2021

From bagging groceries to working with your dream company, many students choose to use their free time during the summer to get a job. Using these tips, you’ll be able to maximize the experience you receive from holding such a position.

Conferences

Previous Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Winners

Jun 1, 2021

Congratulations to the competitive event top performers from past Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conferences.

College Success

5 Pieces of Advice from the DECA Class of 2021

Jun 1, 2021

This year’s graduating seniors are full of wisdom and are excited to share it with you! Be sure to maximize your momentum by following these great pieces of advice.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2021-2022 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients

May 17, 2021

Congratulations to the following chapters selected to receive the VBC-DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grant provided by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2021-2022 Membership Theme: Maximize Your Momentum

May 7, 2021

Take your DECA membership to the fullest and get ready to Maximize Your Momentum in 2021-2022.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2021 Ethical Leadership Chapter Challenge Winners

May 6, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of the Ethical Leadership Chapter Challenge hosted during the 2021 Virtual International Career Development Conference!

DECA News

Meet the 2021-2022 DECA Executive Officer Team

May 6, 2021

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2021-2022 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.

Spotlights

Missouri Governor Visits Saline County Career Center DECA

May 6, 2021

The DECA Experience. A nice reminder of why DECA has so many opportunities for students, even during a pandemic.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 41st Semi-Annual Survey of More Than 7,000 U.S. Teens

May 3, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 41st semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 7,000 teens across 47 U.S. states with an average age of 16.1 years.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2021 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Apr 24, 2021

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards Over $2.1 Million Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 23, 2021

Eighteen DECA members are the recipients of over $2.1 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

Meet the 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 22, 2021

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2021-2022 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.