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DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 48th Semi-Annual Survey

Oct 9, 2024

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 48th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 13.5K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 15.8.

DECA News

Meet the #BeTheOne Social Media Team

Oct 8, 2024

The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2024-2025 #BeTheOne Social Media Team! Team members will help grow the DECA brand by showcasing their one-of-a-kind DECA experience through TikTok Videos and Instagram Reels.

Conferences

Your Guide to Charlotte During The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Oct 7, 2024

With Charlotte’s vast dining and entertainment scene, it can be hard to choose what to do. Whether you prefer to walk or take a quick ride, here are some top bites and sights from North Carolina Officer Team 81 that will make your experience unforgettable!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Using AI for Representation

Oct 7, 2024

Step into the role of the director of operations for Lavender Lee, a women’s clothing store with ten locations. The marketing specialist has asked you to share your opinion on using AI generated models for marketing.

Career Insights

Staying Safe and Secure in the Cyber World

Oct 6, 2024

Data breaches in businesses can be detrimental to the entire business. Phishing emails and the misuse of social media can negatively impact an individual's or student’s life. The tips in this article will teach you how to stay cyber-safe and fight cybercrime!

Chapter Strategy

October is National Principals Month

Oct 1, 2024

Celebrated every October, National Principals Month is an opportunity for DECA members, advisors and communities to celebrate and honor our incredible principals for their visionary leadership and tireless pursuit of success for each student.

Chapter Strategy

Making the Most of DECA Month

Oct 1, 2024

DECA Month is right around the corner. With an activity every day, it’s the perfect time to show your passion and introduce many communities to the world of DECA. Learn how you can get involved this November to engage your entire community.

Career Insights

From Pumpkins to Candy Corn: A Look into Halloween Marketing

Oct 1, 2024

The “spooky season” has finally arrived with the start of October. Halloween is the perfect opportunity to learn about marketing trends and the consumerism surrounding a classic holiday.

Conferences

Your Guide to Washington during WRLC

Oct 1, 2024

Explore the cities of Bellevue and Seattle this November as you embark on your journey to the 2024 Western Region Leadership Conference.

Compete

5 Tips for Conquering DECA’s Corporate Challenges

Oct 1, 2024

Corporate challenges in DECA provide a unique opportunity to showcase your skills in real-world scenarios. Step outside your comfort zone and discover new talents by exploring these innovative events.

Career Insights

A Recipe for Success: The Marketing Behind the Pumpkin Spice Latte

Oct 1, 2024

The PSL was a seasonal hit that began at Starbucks and has since become a widespread phenomenon. Its remarkable success can be attributed to three key marketing strategies. Learn about these in this article featuring your favorite fall drink!

College Success

Top Reasons to Attend Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship

Oct 1, 2024

Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship offers a unique, affordable and accelerated business education. The program prepares students for real-world success within an intimate, supportive community.

Conferences

Gear Up to Be The One at Collegiate DECA ICDC

Mar 1, 2025

San Francisco’s calling! The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference lands at the Marriott Marquis, April 5-8, 2025, bringing together Emerging Leaders from around the world.

Career Insights

The Connection between Cybersecurity and Leaders of Tomorrow

Mar 1, 2025

While we focus on the soft skills to become emerging leaders, we forget that those skills relate to cybersecurity in various ways. Hear from a student leader who has shown the benefits of having leadership and cybersecurity experience together.

Leadership

5 Ways DECA Helps You Build Resilience

Mar 1, 2025

Resilience is built through experiences, and DECA provides countless opportunities to strengthen this essential skill. By developing adaptability, confidence and perseverance, members gain a competitive edge that will serve them well in their future endeavors.

Conferences

Compete to Win $2,000 in the Collegiate DECA Sales Challenge

Feb 24, 2025

Showcase your world-class selling abilities in the Collegiate DECA Sales Challenge. Sponsored by Enterprise Rentals, the challenge is open to all members attending the 2025 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Methods to Market Safety

Feb 24, 2025

Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.

Spotlights

Finance Cluster Exam Tips

Feb 20, 2025

Are you competing in a finance event? If so, you will need to take the Finance Cluster Exam. Some tips for doing well include avoiding getting stuck on questions, using background knowledge, using the process of elimination, studying key terms, and taking practice tests.

Spotlights

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Ace Your Case Study

Feb 20, 2025

Are you looking for ways to improve your case study before Collegiate DECA ICDC? Check out this step-by-step guide to learn how to ace your case study!

Chapter Strategy

Advocacy Day with Washington DECA

Feb 18, 2025

Recently, Washington DECA visited state representatives and senators alongside seven other CTSOs. We met with legislators to explain the personal impact of DECA and CTE on their lives and discuss issues about our specific geographical areas.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Forming Strategic Relationships

Feb 17, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Pet Slumber Party, a kennel that boards dogs and cats. Your business partner feels the business would benefit from supporting a local non-profit and wants your ideas on how to establish a relationship with a neighbor.

Partners

Establishing Local Partnerships with Men’s Wearhouse

Feb 15, 2025

Establishing local partnerships provides DECA members with valuable learning experiences, access to resources and opportunities for community engagement. In this article, Judy Busocker from Men's Wearhouse discusses her partnership experience with DECA.

Chapter Strategy

Writing Does Wonders: How to Write an Effective CTE Advocacy Letter

Feb 13, 2025

Advocating for CTE benefits future students and helps ensure that programs like DECA can continue to shape tomorrow’s industry leaders. Check out this step-by-step guide and sample template to help you create a persuasive CTE advocacy letter.

DECA News

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2025

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.

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3 Quick Tips to Nail Your DECA Role-Play

Feb 9, 2017

With some competitions in full swing and many coming up in a month or less, many competitors are practicing and preparing for their role-play. Here are some pointers to brush up on that will help you nail your time in front of a judge.

DECA News

2016-2017 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 24, 2017

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the first round of the 2016-2017 Virtual Business Challenge.

Compete

Collegiate DECA Competition Tips from the Pros

Jan 18, 2017

Everybody is getting excited for their local competitions and the International Career Development Conference in April. It’s also the time that people start asking what they need to do to be successful in the upcoming competitions, so I’ve gathered some tips from the pros.

DECA News

2016 #OwnYourFuture Chapter Campaign Winners

Jan 16, 2017

Congratulations to the #OwnYourFuture chapters that participated in this year's DECA Chapter Campaigns!

Compete

First Time Competitors Survival Guide

Jan 5, 2017

Go and grab your DECA blazer and your nicest tie, because the competition season is upon us! Here’s a three-step guide to get you through your first competitive conference.

Compete

3 Tips to Consider for Your Written Event Project

Jan 3, 2017

Although written events are long and hard to prepare for, the hard work definitely pays off in the end! Here are some tips to ace your written event in anticipation of #DECAICDC.

Compete

4 Excellent Study Resources to Use for the DECA Exam

Nov 29, 2016

With district-level conferences approaching, it is important for members to start practicing for their exams. Here are some helpful resources that you can utilize as you work toward success!

Compete

6 Easy Ways to Engage Your Audience for a Better Presentation

Oct 21, 2016

If you’ve ever been nervous in front of an audience, you’ll know how much of a difference it makes when you can get the crowd engaged right from the start.

Compete

Why Is Your Competitive Event Exam So Important?

Oct 13, 2016

DECA competitions are coming up fast! How will you #OwnYourFuture and advance further in each competition? One factor that is often overlooked in DECA competitive event performance is the exam!

Chapter Strategy

10 Ways to Put the Unity in Your CommUNITY Service Campaign

Sep 30, 2016

Community service is an amazing experience that allows us to leave our mark on the world, but getting other high school students involved can sometimes be difficult. Here's how to make it happen!

Compete

Finding Your DECA Competition Soul Mate

Sep 15, 2016

It’s the beginning of the year and competition season is just around the corner. Deciding on which role-play or written project to choose may largely depend on who you wish to compete with, but before you go full throttle with your first pick, make sure to weigh out the strengths and weaknesses that your potential team may have.

Leadership

4 Skills for Effective Teamwork

Jul 8, 2016

If you are athletic and grew up playing a lot of organized sports, or if you were involved in your school’s student council or theater productions, you already may be very familiar with group dynamics and working on a team; however, if you didn’t, working on a team may be somewhat new to you.