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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.

Career Insights

Your First Credit Card

Apr 24, 2023

If you feel like you’re ready for your first credit card, having a budget and doing the research before accepting the first offer is important. Getting a credit card is an important step on your financial journey and climbing onto the ladder of responsibility.

Partners

Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Top 10 MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations

Apr 22, 2023

DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters and associations. Thank you for your incredible community service efforts.

DECA News

DECA Celebrates the 2022-2023 Top 10 Chapters in the World

Apr 22, 2023

DECA is excited to congratulate the top 10 membership chapters in the world for the 2022-2023 academic year! Thank you to all chapters who worked to get the edge in membership recruitment.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Lisa Delampan with Honorary Life Membership

Apr 22, 2023

Lisa Delampan has dedicated the last 30 years to serving DECA members and advisors in New England as the Chartered Association Advisor for New Hampshire DECA and Maine DECA.

Conferences

Watch the DECA ICDC 2023 Grand Opening Session 2023

Apr 21, 2023

Watch the 2023 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session on Saturday, April 22, at 8:30 p.m. ET, live from Orlando.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Partnering Benefit Both Corporate Brands?

Apr 17, 2023

Step into the role of the vice president of merchandising and the director of channel management for Bright Star Foods, the nation’s largest supermarket chain. You will be meeting with the merchandising director for Care Plus Drug Stores to discuss a new partnership endeavor and explain the benefits.

Career Insights

Hospitality Is for Everyone

Apr 15, 2023

Are you ready to launch your hospitality career? From entry-level positions to advancement opportunities, the American Hotel and Lodging Foundation’s workforce development programs, scholarship initiatives and educational resources elevate and empower the next generation of hospitality leaders.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2022-2023 Membership Theme: Get the Edge

Apr 27, 2022

In 2022-2023, DECA challenges you to get the edge. Whether in competition, college applications or your career search, DECA gives you an unmistakable competitive advantage to stand out and be a cut above the rest.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 26, 2022

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

DECA News

DECA Inc. Honors 2020-2022 Outstanding Service Award Recipients

Apr 26, 2022

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

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-55 Years of Service

Apr 26, 2022

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.

Conferences

DECA ICDC Grand Awards Session 2022

Apr 26, 2022

Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Grand Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Conferences

DECA ICDC Achievement Awards Session 2022

Apr 26, 2022

Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Achievement Awards Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Family Entertainment To Go?

Apr 25, 2022

You are the 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.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes 2020-2022 Honorary Life Award Recipients

Apr 23, 2022

Honorary Life Membership is the highest award DECA can bestow on an individual. DECA is pleased to present four recipients of this distinctive and deserving fellowship.

Conferences

DECA ICDC Grand Opening Session 2022

Apr 23, 2022

Watch the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) Grand Opening Session, recorded live at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2021-2022 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors

Apr 18, 2022

DECA congratulates the following top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Helping an Entrepreneur with Financial Planning

Apr 18, 2022

You are to assume the role of a recently hired financial planner for About Us Microspect Photo Designs, a new small family-owned business that is a retailer and manufacturer. The owner is trying to decide if the company should purchase insurance and begin the process of placing funds in investments.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 43rd Semi-Annual Survey of 7,000 U.S. Teens

Apr 12, 2022

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 43rd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 7,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 16.2 years.

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Chapter Strategy

Bridging the Gap: How to Connect with High School DECA Members

Jan 1, 2025

Collegiate DECA benefits from bringing new members to our organization and having high school seniors join us upon graduation. Here are a few ways to help promote our division and ways to connect with the high school division throughout the year.

Chapter Strategy

3 Steps to Build a System for Success in 2025

Jan 1, 2025

Success is about action. Reflect on who you are, build habits that align with your ambitions and take bold actions to create opportunities. No matter how small, every step moves you closer to your goals.

Compete

Foundational Skills for Competition

Jan 1, 2025

With district competition underway and association conferences approaching quickly, here are some essential skills for you to use during competition.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrating Career and Technical Education: Top Resources for CTE Month

Jan 1, 2025

It’s never too early to start advocating for Career and Technical Education (CTE). With CTE Month around the corner, you can maximize your impact using the resources in this article.

Chapter Strategy

Your DECA Playbook: How to Build a Winning DECA Resume

Jan 1, 2025

With the new year underway, it’s time to step up your DECA game. While competing and attending conferences are great, there are hidden ways to boost your DECA resume and build a winning game plan. Here’s how to level up and stand out this season.

Leadership

Top 3 Tips for Running for Association Office

Jan 1, 2025

As association conferences approach quickly, so do association office elections. This article will provide three key strategies to ensure you stand out and shine bright when campaigning for a position in DECA’s association office.

Conferences

Announcing DECA's 2025 Conference Lineup

Dec 23, 2024

DECA has a full lineup of educational conferences for its members and advisors coming in the 2025 academic year and beyond. Check out where we're heading next!

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Dec 19, 2024

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2025. Check out special deals and discounts.

Spotlights

How the Leadership Passport Program Prepares Members for Careers

Dec 18, 2024

The Individual Leadership Passport Program incorporates various skill-building activities to prepare you for the professional path you aspire to succeed in.

Spotlights

Professionalism: The Foundation of Workplace Success

Dec 18, 2024

Professionalism will always be crucial when interacting with others, not just within DECA but also in the workplace and future careers. Here is how professionalism can be the foundation of success for you.

Career Insights

Social Media Trends to Watch in 2025

Dec 17, 2024

As we enter 2025, now is the perfect opportunity to set goals for your chapter's social media account and predict what will happen across social media platforms.

DECA News

Add Collegiate DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2024

Winter break offers the perfect opportunity to get some extra rest, unwind and reset for the second part of the year, but you don't have to take a break from DECA! Here’s a list of useful tips to keep you engaged and overcome any winter break boredom.