Cullen Watanuki is the DECA Central Region Vice President for 2025-2026. He has a strong passion for leadership and service. As Central Region Vice President, Cullen aims to strengthen connections between all the Central Region associations, ensuring that every member's voice is heard. In Cullen’s previous association officer role, he created Leadership Councils to mentor members across Illinois, oversaw Illinois’ membership surpass 5,000 members, and created the first-ever Rising Leader team where members can work simultaneously with the association officers, achieving the goals of Illinois DECA. Outside of DECA, Cullen is a committed Varsity athlete and captain of his swim team, an active member on his school district advisory board, a coach for his childhood swim team and a peer tutor.
Take Off with Travel Marketing
Not only is summer a time of increasing temperatures, but it's also a time of increased travel. Here are three marketing techniques used within the travel and tourism industry for you to consider during summer travel.
Recharge, Reassess and Restore: Your Chapter’s Guide to a Successful Summer
DECA doesn’t have to stop just because school is out. As a leader, take advantage of the summer months to prepare your chapter best to Go The Extra in the fall with three key tips: recharge, reassess and restore.
