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DECA Members Raise $7,000 Through the MDA Muscle Corp Program

Sep 1, 2020

DECA members raised over $7,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) this summer through the pilot MDA Muscle Corp Program. Twenty-one DECA members successfully completed the program and earned 40 hours of community service.

Spotlights

Mountain View High School Virtual Recruitment

Sep 1, 2020

Like for many chapters, this year’s DECA kickoff meeting was unique for Mountain View High School in Georgia. Even though the meeting was held through Zoom, the chapter still found a way to make it one of their best meetings yet.

Chapter Strategy

How to Raise Your Membership to the #NextLevel

Aug 18, 2020

As we enter a new year, it's time to get excited about membership recruitment! We know this year is going to look different, so here are some tips for taking your recruitment efforts to the #NextLevel!

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: The 2020-2021 #NextLevel Membership Video

Aug 11, 2020

This is not just another year. This is the year we push our limits and set our sights higher than ever before. No matter what your dreams and goals for the future, propel yourself to the #NextLevel with DECA.

Career Insights

Establishing Your Target Market

Aug 11, 2020

The target market of your business is your ideal customer based on the product or services you are offering. Depending on the business, there may be more than one target market but it is important to establish your primary target market. In a School-based Enterprise, it might have teachers, parents, and students as your target market.

Chapter Strategy

3 Reasons to Start a School-based Enterprise

Aug 6, 2020

Typically known as school stores, SBEs allow members to learn real-world marketing and business skills like selling, promotions and communication. Besides the personal benefits, here are three reasons to get started now!

Career Insights

5 Tips to Take Your LinkedIn to the Next Level

Aug 5, 2020

Are you new to the LinkedIn life, or maybe you're a highly experienced user? Either way, you can never know too many tips and tricks to guide you along the way. Read on for five tips that will help you make the most out of your experience and take your LinkedIn profile to the #NextLevel.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Stands Against Racism in All Forms

Jun 12, 2020

We stand in solidarity with the Black communities – our members, alumni, partners and employees – in the fight against systemic racism and injustice.

Chapter Strategy

Leadership Team Building Ideas

Jun 3, 2020

While social distancing, it can be difficult to connect with the members of your leadership team. However, it is vital to continue being productive and connected. We want all teams to have an extra strong start to the next school year in order to make up for lost activities and events. Below are my top five tips to keep the DECA spirit alive with your leadership team!

Career Insights

4 Tips for Summer Job and Internship Success

Jun 3, 2020

For many students, finding a summer job, career-defining internship or even a well-paid career can be challenging, and the current job market does not make it any easier. Additionally, some students are enduring the nightmare of having their internship or a job offer revoked, while others are shifting to working remotely.

Chapter Strategy

Using Zoom to Unlock New Learning Opportunities

Jun 1, 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown just about everyone for a loop. Like many educators, Sharon Cutler, a 15-year DECA chapter advisor and teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, has been looking for unique ways to engage her students through distance learning.

Career Insights

Mastering Virtual Interviews

May 26, 2020

A hiring manager emails to tell you they'd like you to interview for your dream position -- virtually. Now what? Watch this video to help you master your next virtual interview.

Chapter Strategy

Leadership Team Building Ideas

Jun 3, 2020

While social distancing, it can be difficult to connect with the members of your leadership team. However, it is vital to continue being productive and connected. We want all teams to have an extra strong start to the next school year in order to make up for lost activities and events. Below are my top five tips to keep the DECA spirit alive with your leadership team!

Career Insights

4 Tips for Summer Job and Internship Success

Jun 3, 2020

For many students, finding a summer job, career-defining internship or even a well-paid career can be challenging, and the current job market does not make it any easier. Additionally, some students are enduring the nightmare of having their internship or a job offer revoked, while others are shifting to working remotely.

Chapter Strategy

Using Zoom to Unlock New Learning Opportunities

Jun 1, 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown just about everyone for a loop. Like many educators, Sharon Cutler, a 15-year DECA chapter advisor and teacher at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL, has been looking for unique ways to engage her students through distance learning.

Career Insights

Mastering Virtual Interviews

May 26, 2020

A hiring manager emails to tell you they'd like you to interview for your dream position -- virtually. Now what? Watch this video to help you master your next virtual interview.

College Success

Tips for Acing Finals while Social Distancing

May 4, 2020

While finals this year will likely be accompanied by new challenges, that doesn’t mean they should be feared! Follow the steps below to ace your upcoming final exams with confidence.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Members' Years of Service

Apr 30, 2020

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

Career Insights

Watch Now: Emerging Professional Conversations

Apr 28, 2020

Engage in a conversation with former DECA Inc. executive officers turned emerging professionals. Learn how they leveraged their DECA experience to earn success in college and their careers. Watch now.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Honors Advisors for Years of Service

Apr 28, 2020

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 for their years of service to Collegiate DECA.

Career Insights

Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable

Apr 28, 2020

Learn what it takes to become a successful business professional from a roundtable of accomplished executives in each of these career areas. Watch now.

Leadership

Watch Now: Leadership Lessons from Geekdom

Apr 28, 2020

Learn about the quirky subcultures and communities born out of the fixation of various interests, uncover the powerful success behaviors geeks exhibit, and find practical guidance as an emerging leader and how to tap into strengths in your teams. Watch now.

DECA News

Introducing the 2020-2021 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 27, 2020

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2020-2021 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is eager to represent all Collegiate DECA members and will quickly begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2019-2020 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors

Apr 23, 2020

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

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Congratulations to the 2021 Ethical Leadership Chapter Challenge Winners

May 6, 2021

Congratulations to the winners of the Ethical Leadership Chapter Challenge hosted during the 2021 Virtual International Career Development Conference!

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Meet the 2021-2022 DECA Executive Officer Team

May 6, 2021

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2021-2022 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.

Spotlights

Missouri Governor Visits Saline County Career Center DECA

May 6, 2021

The DECA Experience. A nice reminder of why DECA has so many opportunities for students, even during a pandemic.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 41st Semi-Annual Survey of More Than 7,000 U.S. Teens

May 3, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 41st semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 7,000 teens across 47 U.S. states with an average age of 16.1 years.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2021 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Apr 24, 2021

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards Over $2.1 Million Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 23, 2021

Eighteen DECA members are the recipients of over $2.1 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

Meet the 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 22, 2021

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent Collegiate DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2020-2021 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors

Apr 22, 2021

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

DECA News

2020-2021 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 20, 2021

The 2020-2021 IMPACT Program awards were announced during the Virtual DECA ICDC  Association Officer Leadership Retreat to recognize top chartered association officer activities.

DECA News

DECA Honors 2020-2021 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

Apr 20, 2021

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.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-45 Years of Service

Apr 20, 2021

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

Top 10 MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters

Apr 20, 2021

DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters.