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Raising Voices for DECA: Legislative Advocacy

Feb 14, 2024

Washington DECA state officers kicked off CTE month with our annual Legislative Advocacy Day. We visited Washington’s state capitol in Olympia to advocate for DECA alongside state officers from seven other CTSOs.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2024

To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.

DECA News

Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

DECA Inc., Amazon and the International Trademark Association (INTA) are excited to announce the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge winners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Using Ticketing Kiosks to Gather Customer Information

Feb 12, 2024

Step into the role of a ticket sales representative at Wild Escape Amusement Park. Your supervisor has asked you how the park can gather customer information using ticketing kiosks.

Conferences

A Look Back at DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Feb 6, 2024

DECA's 2024 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference was one for the books! With over 1,100 members in attendance, this conference has set a precedent for a year full of experiencing DECA's difference in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 6, 2024

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises that earned a 2023-2024 Chapter Certification!

Career Insights

Super Bowl: Beyond the Stadium

Feb 5, 2024

Regardless of whether you have a ticket to the game or not, the Super Bowl is so much more than 60 minutes of football and a half-time show. It is a whole week, allowing fans to experience incredible events in new, fun travel destinations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Live Podcast Tour Tickets!

Feb 5, 2024

Step into the role of the promotional director for Roundtree, a podcast network that ranks third in podcast publishing. The president of Roundtree wants your team to create a promotional plan to sell-out the remaining Interesting podcast live tour tickets.

Chapter Strategy

8 Tips to Maximize Social Media Outreach

Feb 1, 2024

The strategies of networking are constantly expanding! Social media and digital interactions are a key part of a growing presence in any organization. Maximize your social media outreach by implementing these 8 strategies.

Career Insights

How Streaming Platforms Score Big in Super Bowl Monetization

Feb 1, 2024

With the new age of unlimited streaming services, the Super Bowl from your couch is like never before. Keep reading to look at the innovative ways streaming platforms capitalize on the biggest game of the year.

Career Insights

Ace Your Interview

Feb 1, 2024

Are you thinking about getting a summer internship or job? Follow these tips to ace your interview and kickstart your career!

Chapter Strategy

Action Is Passion: Advocating for the Vital Role of CTSOs and CTE

Feb 1, 2024

CTE Month is the perfect opportunity for DECA’s members to show their passion and take real action. This article delves into the significance of championing these programs and explores actionable ideas to advocate, embracing the mantra that "action is passion."

Conferences

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Get the edge at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, Texas on April 20-23, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?

Aug 14, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook: Your Chapter’s Guide to Success

Aug 9, 2023

The new Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Experience the Difference in your chapter this year.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Chapter Strategy

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings

Aug 1, 2023

At the first chapter meeting of the year, you need to develop a strong first impression that will impress potential new members and excite existing members for the year. Here are 10 Icebreakers to start your year with a bang!

DECA News

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

Chapter Strategy

DECAdventure Awaits

Aug 1, 2023

The ultimate DECAdventure awaits you! Grab your fellow members and brace yourselves for an action-packed year filled with thrilling competitions, hands-on learning experiences and impactful service initiatives.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

Jul 31, 2023

Creating and using a content calendar will prepare your chapter for success and leave you feeling less stressed during the school year. In this article, learn what a content calendar is and dive into the five steps on how to use it for a better content-creation experience this year!

Spotlights

Growing as a Leader in Collegiate DECA: Empowering Student Success Together

Jul 24, 2023

DECA has many opportunities to grow as a leader and extend a helping hand to your fellow students, empowering them to flourish as well. Together, let us learn how to foster a culture of leadership excellence within Collegiate DECA and create a brighter future for the leaders of tomorrow.

DECA News

The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available

Jul 12, 2023

The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.

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Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Rethinking Free Shipping

Apr 15, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Quilts & Linens, a small business that sells custom made quilts and other bedroom linens. Your business partner needs you to create a new shipping and returns policy that will help with skyrocketing overhead and operating costs.

Conferences

Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2024 Keynote Speaker

Apr 9, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce that Eddie Slowikowski, will deliver the keynote during the 2024 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Marketing a Partnership

Apr 8, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing manager for Aroon Properties, a hospitality company with over 5,000 properties. The chief marketing officer wants you to determine how to best market the company’s partnership with a national brand that will strengthen existing relations with customers.

Career Insights

The Secret to Success in DECA and Beyond

Apr 1, 2024

Never want to be stuck on a problem again? We got you. Learn a powerful method to crush any problem - from DECA, to admissions, to academics, to sports and even everyday life.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Apr 1, 2024

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award recipients! This award recognizes outstanding senior members for their involvement with DECA.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Methods to Collect Customer Data

Apr 1, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing research specialist for Mark-it, a big box retail chain. The director of merchandising wants you to create a survey to collect merchandising data from customers.

Chapter Strategy

From Success to Successor: DECA Chapter Leadership Transitions

Apr 1, 2024

With chapters constantly looking to grow and improve, a key step in doing so is ensuring that there is a smooth transition from each officer team to the next. Discover essential steps to create a seamless handover of leadership roles, from refining constitutions to mentoring incoming teams!

Leadership

Creating a Leadership Legacy: Investing in Yourself, Investing in Collegiate DECA

Apr 1, 2024

The greatest legacy we can leave is not measured in titles or accolades but in the lives we touch and the impact we make. So, let us continue to invest in ourselves and each other, and together, let us write the next chapter in the remarkable story of Collegiate DECA.

College Success

Final Exam Survival Guide

Apr 1, 2024

As we gear up for the grand finale of finals week, I thought I'd drop some wisdom to make this journey more exciting. As your trusty Collegiate DECA Executive Officer, I've curated a survival guide that's more thrilling than a blockbuster movie.

Chapter Strategy

Managing School Stress During Busy Times

Apr 1, 2024

Managing many different parts of life places a burden of stress on your shoulders that can sometimes feel unmanageable. As someone who has been through this, survived this and is also currently going through this, here are my top tips!

Chapter Strategy

Answering “Why DECA?”

Apr 1, 2024

As the year closes, recruitment strategies start to come back into mind. Promoting DECA to new members is simple; it’s all about showcasing the personal experience. Effectively answering the question of “Why DECA?” can pose an opportunity to turn an interested student into a committed member.

Conferences

6 Tips to DECA Dress to Impress

Apr 1, 2024

As a DECA member, your attire plays a crucial role in presenting yourself, projecting professionalism, confidence and attention to detail. Here are six tips and ideas to help you stand out in your DECA dress professional attire.