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Congratulations to the 2025-26 CEWD Power Perks Challenge Winners

Feb 26, 2026

CEWD and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Power Perks Challenge!

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 IIA Community Impact Challenge Winners

Feb 26, 2026

Infinity Insurance Agency (IIA) and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Community Impact Challenge!

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 NASPO Strategic School Procurement Challenge Winners

Feb 24, 2026

NASPO and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Strategic School Procurement Challenge!

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 Adobe Food Truck Challenge Winners

Feb 20, 2026

Adobe and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Adobe Food Truck Challenge!

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Congratulations to DECA's 2026 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 12, 2026

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises that earned a 2025-26 Chapter Certification!

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Announcing the 2025-2026 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 11, 2026

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2025-2026 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete during the DECA International Career Development Conference this spring.

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Apply Now for the 2026 DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grants

Feb 10, 2026

Through the VBC—DECA Hotel Challenge, more than $6,000 in curriculum grants will be awarded at the start of the 2026-27 school year to DECA chapters. Read on to learn how to apply.

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Sending DECA Love this Valentine's Day

Feb 10, 2026

Let your DECA bestie, competition partner and fellow chapter members know how much they mean to you with this year's DECA Valentines!

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

Feb 3, 2026

DECA Inc. and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge.

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Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award

Feb 2, 2026

If you know an exceptional DECA leader, consider recognizing them with the DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award. The application window is open until March 31, 2026.

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 Nestlé Professional Solutions Beverage Marketing Challenge Winners

Jan 29, 2026

DECA and Nestlé are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s NPS Beverage Marketing Challenge.

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Congratulations to the 2025-26 NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge Winners

Jan 27, 2026

DECA Inc. and the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge.

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Congratulations to DECA's 2023-2024 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 26, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

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DECA Announces the 2024-2025 Membership Theme: Be The One

Mar 25, 2024

When you join DECA, you're not just another member; you're part of a global network of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

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Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 5, 2024

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

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Navigating the Path to Collegiate DECA Executive Office

Feb 1, 2024

Collegiate DECA Executive Office is an exciting opportunity to exercise your leadership skills and make a lasting impact within DECA. To help you navigate the campaign trail successfully, here are a few of my favorite tips and strategies.

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Collegiate DECA: What to Look Forward to in 2024

Jan 1, 2024

With the new year kicking off, there are so many amazing opportunities that you can take advantage of to Experience the Difference in 2024.

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Congrats to the Collegiate DECA 2023-2024 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Dec 7, 2023

DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the first session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

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Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2023 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Dec 6, 2023

This year, over 120 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three performers!

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Shop DECA Back to School Must-haves

Sep 1, 2023

Finishing up your back-to-school shopping? Add these ten essential additions to your Shop DECA back-to-school list!

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Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

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The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available

Jul 12, 2023

The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.

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Get to Know Your Collegiate DECA Executive Officers

May 9, 2023

During this year's DECA ICDC in Orlando, DECA members selected the leaders that will serve during the upcoming school year. As they prepare for the next year, discover more about who they are and where they come from.

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Collegiate DECA Honors Advisors for Years of Service

May 8, 2023

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 for their years of service to Collegiate DECA.