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Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game

May 9, 2025

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the top teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Conferences

Previous ICDC Competitive Event Winners

May 7, 2025

Congratulations to the competitive event top performers from past DECA International Career Development Conferences.

Compete

DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2025-2026

May 6, 2025

Get a head start on the 2025-2026 competition season with DECA's updates, topics and resources for next year's competitive events program.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: What Could Go Wrong with Never Ending Shrimp?

May 5, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Coastal Fare, a full-service casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in seafood. The director of operations wants you to recreate the Never-Ending Shrimp Plate.

Career Insights

AICPA & CIMA On-demand Student Webinar is Now Available

May 1, 2025

Discover an accounting major's “day in the life” and be inspired by their surprising journey. Brought to you by AICPA & CIMA’s “Q&A with a CPA” webinar series, Hunter Richardson and Katherine Suh share insights on misconceptions, internships and becoming a CPA.

Conferences

Your Post-ICDC Questions Answered

May 1, 2025

We hope you were able to be the one during DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards DECA Members with Scholarships

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the DECA members who received recognition on stage at DECA ICDC for being the scholarship recipients from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service

Apr 29, 2025

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

Introducing the 2025-2026 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2025-2026 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.

DECA News

2024-2025 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 29, 2025

The 2024-2025 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Business and Election session at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2025 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

DECA News

DECA Honors Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations in 2024-2025

Apr 28, 2025

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.

Chapter Strategy

Your Chapter's Best Year Yet

Sep 30, 2019

No matter your goals for the year, membership is the foundation of every DECA chapter. It’s important to plan ahead to reach potential new members and find innovative ways to engage your current members as well. With more than 10 years of DECA experience under their belts, Collegiate DECA Executive Officers Lindsay Joyner and Max May share their secrets to successfully growing chapter membership.

Compete

4 Things You Must Remember While Public Speaking

Sep 3, 2019

Did you know that 4 out of 5 people have a fear of public speaking? If you’re one of them, then keep reading because public speaking is such an important part of DECA.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2018-2019 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors

May 5, 2019

An acclaimed program from the SIFMA Foundation, the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game™ is an online simulation that challenges teams with building and managing a $100,000 virtual investment portfolio of stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Participants manage all aspects of the portfolio including asset selection, buying and selling.

DECA News

Meet the 2019-2020 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 24, 2019

Elected at the 2019 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida, the 2019-2020 Executive Officer Team is eager to represent Collegiate DECA members this year. Y

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2018-2019 Leadership Passport Program Recipients

Mar 29, 2019

Congratulations to the following chapters and individuals for completing the requirements for the 2018-2019 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program. This program encourages students to be engaged on campus and in their communities, and chapters to engage more fully with DECA’s programming year round.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA's 2018-2019 Recognition Award Winners

Mar 22, 2019

Congratulations to the 2018-2019 Collegiate DECA Recognition Award winners!

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2018-2019

Mar 22, 2019

DECA is pleased to announce the 2018-2019 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $300,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Recipients who will be present at the 2019 International Career Development Conference will be recognized on stage.

Career Insights

Top Tips for Building Your First LinkedIn Profile

Jan 25, 2019

To get your LinkedIn profile off to a successful start, check out these key tips!

Career Insights

Are You an Entrepreneur?

Jan 25, 2019

DECA’s mission statement is to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. So, what exactly does it mean to be an entrepreneur?

Chapter Strategy

How to Incorporate an Entrepreneurial Attitude into Your DECA Chapter

Jan 25, 2019

You may be asking, “How does entrepreneurship apply to my chapter?” Well, the mission of DECA is to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. So why not get a head start? The same basic principles that apply to starting a business also apply to your chapter.

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Career Insights

Exploring Non-Profit Careers

Nov 1, 2023

In this article, Cassidy Creighton, the Development Coordinator with NPCF, explains her college experience, navigating the job market and her first career in the non-profit sector.

Spotlights

Announcing the Winners of the 2023 DECA Pumpkin Contest

Nov 1, 2023

Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! With a record number of 650+ submissions from members all across the DECA world, the selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!

Spotlights

Tapping into Your Geek Potential to Inspire Together

Oct 30, 2023

Is there something you are passionate about? A topic that you can discuss for hours? Then you probably would be considered a geek. People don’t realize that geeks have many unique traits, allowing them to outperform and succeed.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Expanding the Product Mix at a Mobile Salon

Oct 30, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Fresh Look Mobile, a business that provides mobile hair-cutting services. Your business partner thinks it would be smart to expand the product mix and has asked you for on brand suggestions.

Spotlights

How Florida DECA is Leading the Way for Positive Advocacy

Oct 27, 2023

Advocacy is a cornerstone of positive social change. It empowers individuals and communities to stand up for their beliefs, address issues and influence policy decisions. Learn more about how Florida DECA is making remarkable strides in advocacy.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: October 2023

Oct 26, 2023

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

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Recommending Amenities and Services

Oct 23, 2023

Step into the role of a hospitality consultant. You have been hired by the president of Skyward Airlines, to recommend amenities and services for a new hotel being built exclusively for Skyward employees.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey

Oct 17, 2023

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 9,100 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.7 years.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting Hot Beverages

Oct 16, 2023

Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Conway’s, a drive-in fast food restaurant chain. The director of marketing wants you to inform the public of a new product line.

Career Insights

Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities

Oct 15, 2023

Finding a match with a prospective employer is complicated and takes time. Job seekers will want to prioritize organizations that invest in their employees and provide professional development opportunities, mentorship and other benefits!

Spotlights

SCCC DECA Earns Prestigious 100+ Membership Banner

Oct 10, 2023

At the Missouri Regional meeting in September, the Saline County Career Center DECA chapter was awarded and recognized with a 100+ Chapter member banner for 2023 membership.

College Success

9 Reasons Why Applying Early Action Is a Smart Move

Oct 9, 2023

Being a senior in high school means you have a lot going on — and applying Early Action to colleges might feel like another task for your to-do list. But there are tons of benefits to applying Early Action. Here are nine reasons why Early Action is a smart move for any senior.