Shrey Patel is the Collegiate DECA President for 2025-2026. His DECA journey began in high school as a four-time ICDC qualifier and several leadership roles, including Iowa DECA President. Then, he founded the Rice Collegiate DECA chapter, where he assembled a leadership team and recruited over 40 members. Under his leadership, members excelled at the Texas State Career Development Conference, placing all in the top three. Next, as Texas Collegiate DECA President, he contributed to the growth of DECA in the region by fostering collaboration and expanding opportunities for new students.
The College Student’s Guide to LinkedIn
Let's be real, college is stressful enough without having the added stress of thinking about your future career. Here are five fun and practical ways to start using LinkedIn today to better your chances at landing your dream career.
