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Case Study of the Week: Successful Channels for Size Inclusion
Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Hot Shot, an apparel chain that targets Gen Z and young Millennial females. The vice president wants you to choose a distribution plan for a new product line.
The Women's World Cup: How Growth Stems from Consistency
This article highlights the history and growth of both the Women’s World Cup tournament and the High School Division of DECA to show how growth stems from consistency.
Case Study of the Week: Should C-Suite Be on Social Media?
Step into the role of the director of human resources at the Organization of Travel Agents, an organization that educates, promotes and lobbies for travel agents across the nation. The executive director wants you to analyze whether the executive director should have a professional presence on social media.
3 Reasons to Attend One DECA Calls
One DECA Calls provide students opportunities to connect with a global community, gain comprehensive insights into DECA's mission and cultivate essential leadership skills for a successful future.
Partner with Otis Spunkmeyer
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5 Ways to a DECA Dream Team
To have a DECA dream team is no small feat. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance your current team, the process can be both challenging and rewarding. With these five simple strategies, you'll be well on your way to creating an extraordinary DECA team.
College Search: Finding Your Fit
It’s official… College application season is here! Before clicking submit, make sure your roster of schools is actually suited for you. Check out these ways of determining where you will call home for the next four years.
Navigating DECA’s Competitive Events Featured Resources
As school kicks in, so does the DECA year! With a year full of opportunities ahead of us, it is critical to take advantage of all the resources DECA has to offer. Read this quick article to understand which competitive event featured resources are best for you.
The Importance of Culture
Whether your chapter has been around for ten years or you're just starting out, it's important to be intentional about creating culture. As your DECA chapter jumps back into the school year, consider how this interview can apply directly to your chapter's culture.
Watch Now: Membership Has Its Perks
Learn how active participation in DECA is more than just competitions and role plays. It's networking, leadership development, community engagement, team building, educational conferences and more.
Key Steps to Winning in DECA
Winning on an international stage requires perseverance, dedication and passion. My journey with DECA began with high hopes but initial failure. However, I didn't let this deter me.
Case Study of the Week: Staying Connected after an Acquisition
Step into the role of the owner of Honeysuckle Faire. After 20 years of growing Honeysuckle Faire, you decided it was time to exit the company. Executives at Spring Made have offered you four options to stay connected to Honeysuckle Faire once the acquisition is final.
3 Reasons to Continue Your DECA Journey in College
The high school Class of 2021 had their DECA careers capped with virtual competition and virtual ceremonies. Thankfully, their DECA journeys don’t have to end there. Collegiate DECA allows graduates to continue their careers.
How to Maximize Your Summer Job or Internship Experience
From bagging groceries to working with your dream company, many students choose to use their free time during the summer to get a job. Using these tips, you’ll be able to maximize the experience you receive from holding such a position.
DECA Announces the 2021-2022 Membership Theme: Maximize Your Momentum
Take your DECA membership to the fullest and get ready to Maximize Your Momentum in 2021-2022.
Missouri Governor Visits Saline County Career Center DECA
The DECA Experience. A nice reminder of why DECA has so many opportunities for students, even during a pandemic.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 41st Semi-Annual Survey of More Than 7,000 U.S. Teens
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 41st semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 7,000 teens across 47 U.S. states with an average age of 16.1 years.
Meet the 2021-2022 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2021-2022 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.
Collegiate DECA 2020-2021 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors
DECA congratulates the following top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.
DECA Honors Advisors for 40-45 Years of Service
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 who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.
Meet Collegiate DECA's 2021-2022 Executive Officer Candidates
Meet the candidates hoping to serve as the leaders of Collegiate DECA for the 2021-2022 school year. You can learn more about the candidates on DECA Connect.
DECA Inc. Reaffirms Its Commitment to Continue to Stand against Racism, Hate and Bigotry of Any Kind.
In light of the ongoing violence and discrimination against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, DECA Inc. reaffirms its commitment to continue to stand against racism, hate and bigotry of any kind.
DECA Scholarship Recipients 2020-2021
DECA is pleased to announce the 2020-2021 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!
Case Study of the Week: Insurance Needs for New Professionals
You are to assume the role of an insurance agent. You will be meeting with a new client that wants to know more about different types of insurance that would be beneficial.
