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The Summer of the Blockbuster: What Spider-Man, the Odyssey, and Michael Teach Us About Marketing

Oct 5, 2026

This past summer, the U.S. box office reached $4.765 billion, narrowly surpassing the previous summer record that stood for over ten years.

Chapter Strategy

DECA’s School-based Enterprise Program Provides Real-World, Work-Based Learning

Oct 2, 2026

Collectively, DECA’s 1,000 certified SBEs reported that they generate more than $35 million in gross sales annually. This translates to real-world learning, with the opportunity for profit and loss and a significant local economic impact.

Chapter Strategy

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Joining DECA

Oct 2, 2026

If you’re a first-year DECA member and, much like I used to, think that DECA is just roleplays and exams, think again. Here are five things I wish I knew before joining.

DECA News

Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership with the National Society of High School Scholars

Oct 2, 2026

DECA is proud to celebrate a decade of partnership with the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).

Chapter Strategy

What Will You Build This October? Five Ways to Get Involved in DECA

Oct 1, 2026

A business idea? A stronger chapter? The confidence to share your next big pitch? Here are five ways to start your Next Big Thing this October.

DECA News

Apply for a 2026-2027 DECA Scholarship by January 11, 2027

Oct 1, 2026

The deadline to apply for DECA's 2026-2027 scholarship program is January 11, 2027! More than $200,000 in scholarships will be awarded to current DECA members.

Chapter Strategy

November is Calling: Are You In?

Oct 1, 2026

DECA Month is the perfect opportunity to get your entire chapter involved, celebrate your members and show your school what DECA is all about.

Compete

Role-play Strategies from 4 ICDC Finalists

Oct 1, 2026

Success at ICDC initially felt shrouded in mystery, with glass winners’ performances reserved for the judges who graded them.

Chapter Strategy

Crushing Community Service: Your Chapter's Next Big Thing

Oct 1, 2026

The first time I ever went to ICDC, I was at the Elevate Leadership Conference, and a member at my table mentioned that her chapter back home in Wisconsin made cookies for first responders every year on 9/11.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Expand Your DECA Chapter’s Community Reach

Sep 30, 2026

Lots of things happen in school like your math class, your english, and your chapter’s DECA meetings! But how about outside of school and in your community?

Conferences

DECA Announces A'ric Jackson as #DECAPowerTrip Closing Session Speaker

Sep 29, 2026

A'ric's high-energy, heart-reaching keynote, Generation Leadership, will challenge students to see leadership differently and find new ways to show up as a leader.

Chapter Strategy

Work-Life-DECA: How to Fit DECA Into Your Schedule

Sep 29, 2026

As high school students, school, extracurricular activities, clubs, and even work can take up most of the very limited 24 hours we have each day.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Need for Professional Development

May 1, 2023

Step into the role of an administrative services assistant at Midtown Technical College. A co-worker has asked you why it’s important to take advantage of the company’s professional development opportunities. 

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference

Apr 26, 2023

Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor

Apr 25, 2023

DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 24, 2023

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Deliver Entertainment Along with Food?

Apr 24, 2023

Step into the role of marketing director for Friendly’s Club House, a chain of family entertainment centers and restaurants. Friendly’s Club House offers a limited menu of food and beverages, arcade games, amusement rides, dance floors, and special areas for birthday parties.

Career Insights

Your First Credit Card

Apr 24, 2023

If you feel like you’re ready for your first credit card, having a budget and doing the research before accepting the first offer is important. Getting a credit card is an important step on your financial journey and climbing onto the ladder of responsibility.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Lisa Delampan with Honorary Life Membership

Apr 22, 2023

Lisa Delampan has dedicated the last 30 years to serving DECA members and advisors in New England as the Chartered Association Advisor for New Hampshire DECA and Maine DECA.

DECA News

Meet the 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 18, 2023

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent Collegiate DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2023 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 18, 2023

Congratulations to the 2023 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in Orlando, FL.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters at ICDC

Apr 18, 2023

Collegiate DECA is excited to announce the top 10 membership chapters for the 2022-2023 academic year that received recognition during Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game 2023 Session Two Top Competitors

Apr 18, 2023

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

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Partnering Benefit Both Corporate Brands?

Apr 17, 2023

Step into the role of the vice president of merchandising and the director of channel management for Bright Star Foods, the nation’s largest supermarket chain. You will be meeting with the merchandising director for Care Plus Drug Stores to discuss a new partnership endeavor and explain the benefits.