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Fidelity In 30: Picking A Stock

May 1, 2023

Stocks are a little like, well, socks. There are so many kinds to consider, you might be wondering how to pick one. You can start by looking for what you geek out on, a company that makes something you love, then unravel what they do.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Need for Professional Development

May 1, 2023

Step into the role of an administrative services assistant at Midtown Technical College. A co-worker has asked you why it’s important to take advantage of the company’s professional development opportunities. 

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference

Apr 26, 2023

Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards Over $900,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 25, 2023

Five DECA members are the recipients of over $900,000 in total scholarships from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor

Apr 25, 2023

DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service

Apr 25, 2023

The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.

DECA News

Meet the 2023-2024 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 25, 2023

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2023-2024 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.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2023 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 25, 2023

Congratulations to the 2023 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 24, 2023

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

DECA News

2022-2023 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 24, 2023

The 2022-2023 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Chartered Association Officer Luncheon at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.

DECA News

DECA Honors 2022-2023 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

Apr 24, 2023

DECA is proud to announce the chapters, associations and individuals who have earned high honors for serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Deliver Entertainment Along with Food?

Apr 24, 2023

Step into the role of marketing director for Friendly’s Club House, a chain of family entertainment centers and restaurants. Friendly’s Club House offers a limited menu of food and beverages, arcade games, amusement rides, dance floors, and special areas for birthday parties.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Best Brand for Mixed-use Space

Sep 5, 2022

Step into the role of director of brand management guest relations for Weller International, a hospitality company that manages and franchises several brands of hotel properties. The senior vice president has asked you to determine which brands should be used in a new mixed-use project space.

Spotlights

An Innovative Way to Increase Member Engagement

Sep 2, 2022

Is your DECA chapter looking for a new and creative way to recruit members and increase member engagement? Learn how Cypress Bay DECA, the largest chapter in the world, uses "DECA Day" to retain current members and attract new ones!

Chapter Strategy

Selling Collegiate DECA: Tabling Talking Points

Aug 30, 2022

Are you ready to recruit new Collegiate DECA members at your next tabling event? Follow this guide to craft responses to commonly-asked questions.

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Tabling Tips for Your Campus Activities Fair

Aug 30, 2022

Tabling at events is a great way to recruit new members and share the amazing things that your Collegiate DECA chapter does with your campus community. Use these tips to boost your recruitment efforts to raise awareness of your chapter with prospective members.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Is It Truly STEM Approved?

Aug 29, 2022

Step into the role of the director of marketing and consumer affairs for Maple Company, a company that manufactures and markets toys for children aged 3 to 10 years old. The senior vice president has asked for your analysis and recommendation on indicating that a new toy is “STEM approved.”

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Excessive Debt, Excessive Consequences?

Aug 22, 2022

Step into the role of a credit counselor. A client is seeking advice on personal finances. The client, after paying monthly needed household bills, has $500.00 remaining for payment on credit cards and for miscellaneous expenses.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing a Promotional Calendar for Back-to-School

Aug 15, 2022

Step into the role of a store manager of Cloth & Denim, a regional chain of clothing stores specializing in youth sizes newborn to 16. The district manager has asked you to plan a promotional calendar for the back-to-school season.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2022-2023 Membership Video

Aug 5, 2022

Get ready for a new year with DECA! The start of the school year means it's time for fun events, creative campaigns and a new membership video!

Chapter Strategy

4 Team Bonding Activities to Do with Your Team This Summer

Jul 20, 2022

Are you looking to build stronger connections with your friends, officers or members? Here are four unique ideas to Get the Edge with your team over the summer!

Leadership

Your Leadership Position Is Ending... Now What?

Jun 27, 2022

Within DECA (and life!), rewarding experiences often require raising your hand to enter the race, stepping up to the plate, and taking a risk as a leader. Risks come from new challenges, elections, committees, teams and setting goals. Here are thoughts to keep in mind as you pass the torch and leave office.

Chapter Strategy

What to Expect Entering Your DECA Officer Term

Jun 21, 2022

You’ve made it! Whether you’re a chapter or association officer, you’re essential to members, your community, your association and DECA as a whole. At the beginning of your term, it’s difficult to figure out how the year will play out, but, here are a few things to keep in mind throughout the year.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: A Solution for Unopened Emails

May 30, 2022

You are the director of customer relations and the marketing communications specialist for Unique Gifts, a catalog and online retailer. More than half of the products are handmade by independent artists and artisans.

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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

Collegiate DECA's 2019-2020 Recognition Award Winners

Mar 16, 2020

Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Collegiate DECA Recognition Award winners!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2019-2020 Leadership Passport Program Recipients

Mar 10, 2020

Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages local chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

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.