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Increase Sales and Cultivate Customers with a Successful Marketing Campaign

Aug 15, 2023

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, a successful marketing campaign can boost brand awareness, generate leads, increase sales and cultivate a loyal customer base. However, achieving such success requires careful planning, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of your target audience.

Conferences

Watch the #DECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Experience the difference at the biggest DECA event of the year – DECA's International Career Development Conference hosted in Anaheim, California, on April 27-30, 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

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.

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.

DECA News

A Glance Into Your 2023-2024 DECA Experience

Aug 1, 2023

As we get ready to head back to school, keep in mind these DECA dates so you can have benchmarks to look forward to and begin to plan your path toward DECA ICDC 2024!

Chapter Strategy

Starting The Year Off RIGHT: SBE Edition

Aug 1, 2023

The start of each new school year means new classes, new friends and even a new competitive event! However, it is back to business with your school-based enterprise, so here are five ways to ensure a successful year on the RIGHT track.

Chapter Strategy

Kickstarting Success: Planning Your First Chapter Meeting

Aug 1, 2023

Kickstart your DECA journey with an engaging and impactful chapter meeting as the new school year begins. Discover how a well-structured and engaging meeting sets the tone for a successful year of growth, learning and collaboration.

Chapter Strategy

2023-2024 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

Aug 1, 2023

The SBE chapter certification guidelines and competition guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available.

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

Preparing for a Successful School Year

Jul 24, 2023

To ensure a successful and fulfilling year, members need to start off on the right foot and make the most of their time. Prepare for the school year with clear goals, improved skills and an edge in DECA competitions.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Customers Overstaying Their Welcome

Mar 6, 2023

Step into the role of general manager and shift supervisor at Family Kitchen, a local family restaurant that is open 24-hours. The owner of the restaurant has asked you to analyze a new restaurant policy, determine if it is ethical, and provide a response. 

Career Insights

Utilizing Your Strengths and Your Weaknesses

Mar 2, 2023

You may be asked about your greatest strength and weakness in many job interviews. It’s easy to know what we’re good at, but how do we portray our weaknesses positively and compellingly? Use this information to help boost your interview skills!

Compete

Advice from DECA Competitive Event Judges

Mar 1, 2023

This April, DECA members participating in the competitive events program will appear before a volunteer judge to present on current business trends in various events and formats. In this article, hear from two of our dedicated volunteer judges as they provide insight on their experience serving the past 20+ years.

Career Insights

Super Bowl Commercials: Spiraling Towards the End Zone or Spiraling Out of Control

Feb 27, 2023

Costing an astounding $7 million for 30 seconds, Super Bowl commercials either fascinate or flop in front of over 113 million viewers. These commercials are the epitome of strategic marketing.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Methods to Market an Inconvenient Location

Feb 27, 2023

Step into the role of the marketing director for Ricardo’s, a mid-priced restaurant with 10 locations. The owner of Ricardo’s has asked you to develop a marketing plan that will build a new location’s local clientele, given its unique location. 

Partners

Taking Stock with Teens | Fall 2022 Insights

Feb 23, 2023

Edward Yruma, Managing Director and Senior Researcher, and Abbie Zvejnieks, Research Analyst, with Piper Sandler highlight insights from the most recent Gen Z research study.

Spotlights

UW Madison DECA's Mentorship Program

Feb 21, 2023

UW Madison DECA started a new mentorship program this semester, greatly benefiting both new and senior members. The program has had a lot of success as new students feel welcome paired up with a senior member.

Spotlights

FVTC DECA Restocks Local Food Pantry

Feb 20, 2023

FVTC DECA collected over 400 food items during the statewide Trick-or-Can helping restock the FVTC food pantry. The FVTC food pantry is dedicated to providing students with access to free food.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Rich Content for Weekly Emails

Feb 20, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Our Town Grocery, a grocery store chain with 350 locations. The senior vice president has asked you to determine content for weekly emails and how to obtain more customers’ email addresses. 

Spotlights

Helping Our Communities

Feb 17, 2023

Volunteers stepped up on a rainy Sunday afternoon to drop off bags requesting nonperishable food items for the Whitewater Community Space, a nonprofit community center that provides free clothing, furniture, books, food and many other items to anyone in need.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2023

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.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Lending

Feb 13, 2023

Step into the role of a loan officer at Coopers Savings & Loan. You must explain to another loan officer the importance of emotional intelligence when helping customers apply for a loan.

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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.

Career Insights

Insights and Advice from Collegiate DECA Alumni on Navigating the Business World

Feb 1, 2024

Check out DECA Alumni’s experiences, expertise and advice as former DECA members. Read about how DECA has shaped their careers and futures following college graduation.

Conferences

Collegiate DECA ICDC: Things to Do in Austin

Feb 1, 2024

With vibrant entertainment, art and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor experiences, Austin lets you create your own soundtrack. So, look around and put the Live Music Capital of the World® on your playlist.

Leadership

Empowering African Voices: Gloria Mensah, Executive Director, GK Folks Foundation

Feb 1, 2024

Gloria Mensah's journey is a testament to the transformative power of dedication, compassion and hard work. As the Executive Director of GK Folks Foundation, she continues to uplift African communities, leaving an indelible mark on Utah’s non-profit leadership landscape.

Career Insights

The Big Game: The Economic Impact of the Super Bowl

Feb 1, 2024

The Super Bowl is much more than just another sporting event; it extends far beyond the stadium and allows for amazing growth opportunities for businesses and individuals alike, attracting tourists and fans for years to come.

DECA News

Navigating the Path to Collegiate DECA Executive Office

Feb 1, 2024

Collegiate DECA Executive Office is an exciting opportunity to exercise your leadership skills and make a lasting impact within DECA. To help you navigate the campaign trail successfully, here are a few of my favorite tips and strategies.

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.