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Congratulations to the 2023 FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

Mar 7, 2023

DECA Inc. and Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) are excited to announce the 2023 FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge winners.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: March 2023

Mar 7, 2023

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

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Customers Overstaying Their Welcome

Mar 6, 2023

Step into the role of general manager and shift supervisor at Family Kitchen, a local family restaurant that is open 24-hours. The owner of the restaurant has asked you to analyze a new restaurant policy, determine if it is ethical, and provide a response. 

DECA News

DECA and NPCF Announce the 2023 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

Mar 3, 2023

DECA Inc. and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) are excited to announce the winners of the 2023 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge.

Chapter Strategy

Not Going to ICDC? No Problem!

Mar 3, 2023

Many DECA members across the world are unable to attend the International Career Development Conference each year, but there are various ways to stay engaged and involved on a chapter, association and executive level, even if you are unable to attend ICDC.

Conferences

Sterling Hawkins to Keynote DECA ICDC 2023

Mar 2, 2023

DECA is pleased to announce that Sterling Hawkins, the founder of the #NOMATTERWHAT movement, will deliver the keynote during the 2023 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Career Insights

Utilizing Your Strengths and Your Weaknesses

Mar 2, 2023

You may be asked about your greatest strength and weakness in many job interviews. It’s easy to know what we’re good at, but how do we portray our weaknesses positively and compellingly? Use this information to help boost your interview skills!

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2023 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Mar 1, 2023

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2023 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

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Advice from DECA Competitive Event Judges

Mar 1, 2023

This April, DECA members participating in the competitive events program will appear before a volunteer judge to present on current business trends in various events and formats. In this article, hear from two of our dedicated volunteer judges as they provide insight on their experience serving the past 20+ years.

Career Insights

Super Bowl Commercials: Spiraling Towards the End Zone or Spiraling Out of Control

Feb 27, 2023

Costing an astounding $7 million for 30 seconds, Super Bowl commercials either fascinate or flop in front of over 113 million viewers. These commercials are the epitome of strategic marketing.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Methods to Market an Inconvenient Location

Feb 27, 2023

Step into the role of the marketing director for Ricardo’s, a mid-priced restaurant with 10 locations. The owner of Ricardo’s has asked you to develop a marketing plan that will build a new location’s local clientele, given its unique location. 

Partners

Taking Stock with Teens | Fall 2022 Insights

Feb 23, 2023

Edward Yruma, Managing Director and Senior Researcher, and Abbie Zvejnieks, Research Analyst, with Piper Sandler highlight insights from the most recent Gen Z research study.

Chapter Strategy

How to Enjoy the Fun Aspect of Collegiate DECA

Dec 1, 2024

While Collegiate DECA is meant to prepare college students to become emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, it also brings exciting opportunities to have a good time together. Learn different ways members can enjoy their time as a student member.

Chapter Strategy

2024: A Year of Unprecedented Achievement in Collegiate DECA

Dec 1, 2024

This moment of reflection is not just about celebrating the past—it’s about channeling the momentum you have built to make these final months your most impactful yet in your journey to Be The One.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One to Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office

Dec 1, 2024

Serving the Collegiate DECA community is an honorable and exciting opportunity! Learn how your year as an executive officer can lead to professional and personal development while helping to grow our division one connection at a time.

Partners

Celebrate Entrepreneurship Month with Intuit for Education

Nov 25, 2024

Unlock your members’ entrepreneurial success! Celebrate entrepreneurship with real-world skills and first-hand learning for your students with Intuit's Entrepreneurial Finance curriculum.

Spotlights

From Aspiring Member to Association President

Nov 25, 2024

Like many students, I joined Collegiate DECA to develop my skills and connect with others. What I didn’t expect was how this organization would shape my future and allow me to serve as Oklahoma's Association President.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Choosing the Right Channel

Nov 25, 2024

Step into the role of an entrepreneur who has created a line of all-natural haircare products named Cleanse. Your business partner has asked you to analyze a list of four retailers that want to sell Cleanse products.

Spotlights

Wayne State DECA Launches: A New Era for Student Leaders

Nov 22, 2024

Wayne State University proudly launches its DECA chapter, which is dedicated to empowering students with professional skills, networking and business experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Spend, Spend, Spend!

Nov 18, 2024

Step into the role of a personal finance advisor. A new client is having difficulties saving and has asked you for help.

Spotlights

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: WCTC Collegiate DECA's Mini-Golf Social

Nov 11, 2024

WCTC Collegiate DECA strengthened team dynamics through the chapter's Mini-Golf Social. Members can apply this experience to the workplace and Be the One in Collegiate DECA.

Spotlights

The Importance of Professionalism

Nov 11, 2024

Professionalism can differentiate you from others in your industry and set you at a competitive advantage, which could lead to promotions and raises. How you show up matters!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Contingency Factors in Hiring

Nov 11, 2024

Step into the role of the human resources manager at Kid’s Castle Daycare, a daycare center located in a medium sized town. You must explain to the human resources intern why assessment and contingency factors are important in hiring employees at the daycare center.

Career Insights

Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life

Nov 8, 2024

You don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. You can become the entrepreneur of your own life, navigating your personal and academic journey with the same creativity and determination that business leaders use to innovate and succeed.

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DECA Talks: Just Say Yes

Dec 11, 2019

Ever felt torn when presented with a cool new opportunity? Learn how choosing to say “yes” can lead to easier decision-making in the future…and some cool opportunities along the way.

Conferences

Look Back on Collegiate DECA ENGAGE in Chicago

Nov 26, 2019

Nearly 300 Collegiate DECA members from 17 associations attended the 2019 ENGAGE Conference in Chicago, IL on November 21-23, 2019.

Career Insights

DECA Direct Magazine: Entrepreneurship

Nov 25, 2019

The Entrepreneurship Issue features tips, resources and how-to guides to help kickstart your next entrepreneurial endeavor.

College Success

How Studying Abroad Can Help You Become an Entrepreneur

Nov 17, 2019

Studying abroad has many benefits, teaches you life skills and equips you with qualities that can be found in entrepreneurs. Here are just a few of the things you can learn from studying abroad that will help with your future career aspirations.

DECA News

2019 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners

Nov 5, 2019

The annual DECA Pumpkin Contest is always a great time for members and advisors to show off their creativity and DECA pride. This year did not disappoint!

DECA News

2019-2020 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

Nov 5, 2019

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the first round of the 2019-2020 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC).

Chapter Strategy

DECA Direct Magazine: Here We Go

Oct 8, 2019

The Back to School issue features tips on selecting your competitive event, a guide to setting goals for the upcoming year and everything you need to get started this year in DECA!

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Getting Started with Prepared Events

Oct 2, 2019

For those of you that have competed in DECA’s prepared events, you know that writing a quality paper, coupled with delivering a presentation, can be hard and tedious work.

Career Insights

Behind the Scenes at Disney World

Sep 30, 2019

This summer, DECA's executive officer team got a chance to peek behind the curtain (and underground) to see what makes Walt Disney World truly magical. Officers took part in training sessions through the Disney College Program, exploring leadership and culture through the Disney lens.

Chapter Strategy

#Goals for Your Year

Sep 30, 2019

Before jumping into your goals for the year, it’s important to start with that passion. Why is DECA important? What can DECA do for the students in your school and your community? In a few sentences, explain your vision for your DECA chapter. If it was everything that it could be, what would it be? Use this vision as a guide as you are setting goals for your chapter.

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.

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Take a Look: DECA's New Project Management Events

Sep 30, 2019

The Project Management Events require participants to use project management skills to initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and close a project.