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2023 Emerging Leaders Summit Recap

Jul 17, 2023

DECA’s 2023 Emerging Leadership Summit helped leaders network and learn crucial skills in teamwork, public speaking, etiquette and so much more. In this article, hear from leaders on their favorite parts of ELS!

Chapter Strategy

Fundraising with Flair: 5 Ways to Fundraise for Your Chapter 

Jul 3, 2023

If you are looking for new ideas to procure funds and support your chapter’s needs, this article is for you! By implementing five creative ways to fundraise with flair, your DECA chapter can raise funds while having fun and connecting with your community.

Chapter Strategy

A How-to for Membership Recruitment

Jul 3, 2023

This article explores a list of items and tactics to help successfully recruit and retain membership. With a heavy emphasis on consistency, members and chapters will successfully recruit members and bring more attention to our organization.

Compete

Backstage Pass to Glass

Jul 3, 2023

Experience the difference in your competitive events results by trying this four-step technique to ensure you get on the 2024 ICDC stage in Anaheim and bring home DECA glass!

Chapter Strategy

The Priority of Preparation: Developing Your Program of Leadership

Jul 3, 2023

Developing your chapter’s Program of Leadership (POL) is crucial in setting your year up for success. The priority of preparation can set this year’s tone for your chapter by building a strong team dynamic, setting SMART goals and establishing accountability.

Chapter Strategy

A Chapter Presidents Roadmap to Success

Jul 3, 2023

Unlock the secrets to a successful term as a chapter president. Follow this roadmap to achieve your goals, build strong connections and lead your team to greatness. Get started now and experience the difference!

DECA News

Download the 2023-2024 DECA Guide

Jun 21, 2023

The DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, access competitive event guidelines and so much more!

DECA News

Congratulations to the Members Earning DECA's School-based Enterprise Individual Certification

Jun 14, 2023

Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!

Chapter Strategy

Incorporating Pride into Your Leadership Style

Jun 5, 2023

By incorporating the principles of pride into your leadership style, you can cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. In honor of Pride month, we’ll explore the five key parts of pride to help you become a more LGBTQ+ inclusive leader!

Conferences

Taylor Swift Would Love ELS

Jun 5, 2023

DECA ELS teaches members how to shimmer like a jewel, polish their leadership knowledge and skills, and create long-lasting connections and friendships. We all love and have seen our DECA blue, “just think of the fun things we could do” in Tysons!

Chapter Strategy

Building Tomorrow's Leaders: A Look Into Incoming Member Recruitment

Jun 5, 2023

Recruiting new members is key to building a strong foundation for your chapter and association. By taking the time to promote DECA and by connecting with teachers and other stakeholders, you can help ensure that your chapter continues to thrive for years to come.

Career Insights

6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Jobs and Internships

Jun 5, 2023

Summer is a great way to prepare for your future! In this article, check out six key strategies to keep in mind if you're looking to maximize the benefits of your summer jobs and internships.

Compete

Finding Your DECA Competition Soul Mate

Sep 15, 2016

It’s the beginning of the year and competition season is just around the corner. Deciding on which role-play or written project to choose may largely depend on who you wish to compete with, but before you go full throttle with your first pick, make sure to weigh out the strengths and weaknesses that your potential team may have.

Leadership

4 Skills for Effective Teamwork

Jul 8, 2016

If you are athletic and grew up playing a lot of organized sports, or if you were involved in your school’s student council or theater productions, you already may be very familiar with group dynamics and working on a team; however, if you didn’t, working on a team may be somewhat new to you.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2015-2016

Mar 18, 2016

Congratulations to these EPIC members!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2015-2016

Mar 17, 2016

Congratulations to these EPIC Collegiate DECA members!

Compete

4 Presentation Tips to Help Your Wow Your Judge

Mar 1, 2016

The difference between a good case study presentation and a great case study presentation is the delivery of the content you’ve created.

Compete

Tips for Taking DECA Exams

Jan 25, 2016

Doing well on the exam not only means you could make it on stage at your association conference, but you could also move on to the International Career Development Conference! Follow these three steps to do your best!

Compete

5 Tips for Taking On the DECA Competition

May 6, 2015

Hear how one member took advantage of their ICDC experience to gather competition tips from other international competitors.

Compete

Competition Tips from ICDC Qualifiers

Apr 7, 2015

Ever wondered how students who compete at ICDC do so well and make it to the international conference? We took to the halls of ICDC to find out! Here are some inside tips from competitors on how to best prepare for competition and make it to ICDC!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2014-2015

Mar 23, 2015

Congratulations to this year's Collegiate DECA scholarship recipients.

Compete

3 Things to Think About When Prepping for Competition

Dec 3, 2012

The unique ideas and presentations that each student brings to the competition keep me coming back to judge. Judges take great pride in witnessing the time and dedication DECA members invest in bettering themselves outside the classroom.

Compete

6 Steps to Team Competition Excellence

Feb 11, 2011

As we gear up for another year of DECA competitions some, teams are coming together for the first time while others are trying to work the kinks out from last year. When you’re competing as a team at DECA there are some key steps you’ll want to take to reach excellence.

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Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Value the Customer Before the Coin

Mar 14, 2022

You are to assume the role of district manager for Jefferson Bank, with ten branch locations in your district. The president of the bank has asked you to create a presentation for bank employees on the importance of customer relations in response to customer complaints.

DECA News

DECA's 2022 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 8, 2022

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month®, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their schools, communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2022 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Top Teams in the MDA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Challenge

Mar 8, 2022

DECA and MDA are excited to announce the winners of this year’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Challenge.

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Challenge 2022 Winners Announced

Mar 7, 2022

Over 1,400 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious, global bag company.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Mattress Company Adds to the Product Mix

Mar 7, 2022

You are the owner of Cloud Mattress, a company that began selling mattresses online in 2014. A venture capitalist wants you to consider adding other products to the brand.

DECA News

DECA and FIDM Congratulate Winners in the Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge

Mar 7, 2022

DECA and FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising are excited to announce the winners of this year’s FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2022 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Mar 1, 2022

Congratulations to the 2021-2022 recipients of DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2021-2022 Leadership Passport Program Recipients

Mar 1, 2022

Congratulations to the 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients!

College Success

Finding The Right College

Mar 1, 2022

Choosing the “right” college can feel stressful. In this session, you will discover how to narrow down your options to select the best college for you: One that fits your wants, needs and the Big Seven.

DECA News

DECA and NPCF Announce the Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

Mar 1, 2022

DECA Inc. and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) are excited to announce the winners of the 2022 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge.

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.