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Walhalla DECA Officers Show Their Commitment

Oct 2, 2023

Walhalla DECA Officers put their skills to the test when they attended a networking event searching for the perfect judges for their upcoming region competition.

College Success

Tips for Finding Your College Fit

Oct 2, 2023

College is a big decision. You have all the tools you need to make it the best experience possible, but the research you do now is crucial. Since there is so much to think about, use these tips to help you choose the program that’s right for you.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise

Oct 2, 2023

Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.

Compete

Corporate Challenges: What They Entail and Why Members Should Participate

Oct 1, 2023

Seven of DECA’s corporate partners are offering Corporate Challenges for our High School Division members! In this article, learn more about our Corporate Challenges, links to get more information, what they each entail and important dates.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrating Spooky Season: DECA Style

Oct 1, 2023

Autumn vibes are officially in the air, which means it is time for some Halloween-themed chapter events! Here are some scary good tricks to treat your chapter this Halloween.

Chapter Strategy

Canva Craftsmanship: Elevate Your DECA Designs

Oct 1, 2023

Canva has become an essential companion for many seeking to enhance their digital presence and pursuits. Dive into the realm of creativity and impact with these 5 ways to use Canva for your DECA designs!

Conferences

Build your Brand at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

Oct 1, 2023

The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Austin, Texas, is just around the corner. Now is the time to build your brand and boost your networking skills!

Chapter Strategy

Aligning Fundraising with Your Community’s Events

Oct 1, 2023

Aligning fundraising with your community's events can be a strategic way to raise funds while fostering a sense of togetherness and support among community members. Here are some steps to align fundraising with your community’s events effectively.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Preventing Identity Theft

Sep 25, 2023

Step into the role of a financial resource consultant. Your young client is nervous about identity theft and has asked you how identity thieves obtain personal information to steal identities, actions the client can take to protect their personal information and steps to take to safely manage finances using mobile technology.

College Success

Scholarship Applications 101

Sep 18, 2023

As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Risks vs Benefits of Drive-thrus

Sep 18, 2023

Step into the role of the director of operations for Shake-A-Palooza, a chain of quick service restaurants. The president of Shake-A-Palooza wants to understand how adding drive-thrus to the 20 new locations could benefit the location, sales and the customers.

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Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events

Sep 15, 2023

DECA's prepared events require a written project and a prepared presentation, and some require participants to take a career cluster exam. As you begin working on your prepared event for the year, check out these five tips to help you throughout the process!

Career Insights

Residential Property Management: Success Starts Here

Mar 1, 2022

With a career in the residential property management industry, you’ll get to learn on the job, earn bonuses, work your way up, receive training, and enjoy benefits such as consistent hours, health insurance, rent discounts, and more!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Best Practices in Collecting Employee Feedback

Feb 28, 2022

You are to assume the role of the human resources specialist for Middle Town Hospital. The president of the hospital has asked you to determine an effective method to collect employee feedback.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Maintaining Customer Service During Peak Times

Feb 21, 2022

You are the general manager of Waterfront Inn, a hotel property located in a popular beach town. The owner of the Waterfront Inn is concerned about the overwhelming nature of guest check-in.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding an Iconic Brand to the Product Mix

Feb 14, 2022

You are to assume the role of the director of merchandising and branding for Memorial, a retail apparel chain with over 2,000 physical store locations. The senior vice president is considering partnering with a widely-known and iconic company, but wants you to first analyze the effect it would have on Memorial's product management.

DECA News

Tips for Executive Officer Candidacy

Feb 10, 2022

Running for Collegiate DECA Executive Office can be an intimidating task. Here are a few tips to ensure your campaign is successful.

Spotlights

Meet 4 DECA Alumni Who Have Maximized their Momentum

Feb 7, 2022

Over its more than 75-year history, DECA has prepared more than ten million members for college and career success. Here's how DECA shaped the career paths of four alumni and advice they wish to share with current members.

Spotlights

Alumni Spotlight: Ramkishore Annachi

Feb 7, 2022

Ramki served as DECA’s Southern Region Vice President for the 2020-2021 academic year. He was an avid competitor from North Carolina who was fortunate to have the opportunity to serve at the chapter, association and executive levels of leadership.

Spotlights

Alumni Spotlight: Mackenzie Perez

Feb 7, 2022

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs to be college and career-ready, but what does that mean? I had the opportunity to meet with alumna Mackenzie Perez and discuss how DECA prepared her for college success.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Clarifying Transactions for an Office Supply Company

Feb 7, 2022

You are to assume the role of the controller at Office Supplies Company. The vice president of the company wants you to clarify transactions.

Partners

Helping Students Find Hope and Discover a Successful Path Forward

Feb 3, 2022

Every day, teachers work tirelessly to encourage students who mention feeling disconnected from school or don’t find the curriculum materials useful or relevant. Schools are aiming to address this by providing students with more experiences to engage in real-world applications that help them tie their interests and skills to rewarding careers.

Compete

3 Tips to Conquer Competitive Event Exam Anxiety

Feb 2, 2022

Do you get nervous before taking an exam? With these three easy methods, you will be able to overcome your test anxiety and stroll into your classroom or competitive event feeling confident that you will ace that test!

DECA News

Positioning for the Future: DECA's 2020-2021 Impact

Feb 1, 2022

As nearly everyone has proclaimed, 2020-2021 was a year unlike any other. While it significantly changed the member experience, it was also a period of significant innovation that would position our organization even better for the future.

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Standout Creatively in Prepared Events

Jan 19, 2023

Top-tier DECA competitors know to hit all the competition event indicators, but it’s those little touches that elevate a well-prepared presentation to a DECA glass-winning presentation. Color, typography, layout and that perfect personal touch are your secret weapons.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2022-2023 Winners

Jan 17, 2023

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2022-2023!

Career Insights

Interview with a CEO

Jan 16, 2023

In this interview, Lead4Change sat down with Tim Schurrer, CEO of David Novak Leadership Inc., to learn more about his career journey, "secret sauce" and future goals.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Mitigating Fraud

Jan 16, 2023

Step into the role of fraud manager for Edson National Bank (ENB). The director of the fraud department wants you to develop a training plan for new employees regarding credit card fraud.

Leadership

Crush Your Goals

Jan 13, 2023

People like to rattle off the phrase "follow your dreams", but don’t typically tell us how to do so. Here are three tips for setting goals and keeping up with them, to help you make your dreams come true!

DECA News

So, You’re Thinking of Running for Executive Office

Jan 11, 2023

Have you thought about running for Executive Office? In this role, you can network, collaborate and lead with members of DECA from around the world! Running for a position on the Executive Officer Team is not an easy task, but it is more than rewarding.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2023 ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 9, 2023

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2023 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Turning an Exercise Brand into a Lifestyle Brand

Jan 9, 2023

Step into the role of director of brand management for Exertion, a company that produces luxury stationary bicycles and treadmills that allows users to stream classes for the company’s fitness studio via monthly subscription. The director of marketing wants the company to broaden into a lifestyle brand.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: January 2023

Jan 3, 2023

Check out what you missed on the January 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

DECA News

New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org

Jan 2, 2023

An all-new deca.org is here! Believe it or not, the most recent deca.org was unveiled in 2014, and while it welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, our new site has many enhanced features. 

College Success

Managing Your Time as a Busy Student

Jan 2, 2023

Balancing your time as a high school or college student can be really challenging. A Cornell University Dyson student tells you how she manages her time and shares her organizational and time management tips.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Which Additional Sales Channel is Best?

Jan 2, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Victor May, a business that creates made-to-order handbags, tote bags, clutches and purses. Your business partner wants the business to add an additional sales channel and has provided you with two possibilities.