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8 Ways To Use the Membership Video for Back-to-School Recruitment

Aug 21, 2025

Discover eight ways members are using the 2025-26 DECA membership video during their events and meetings this back-to-school season and get ideas for your own chapter!

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Meet the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators

Aug 19, 2025

The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the 2025-2026 DECA Content Creators! Team members will help grow the DECA brand by showcasing their unique DECA experience.

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Go The Extra with DECA's Membership Recruitment Toolkit

Aug 18, 2025

Ready to Go The Extra this recruitment season? We've got you covered with DECA’s Membership Recruitment Toolkit, packed with resources to help your chapter succeed this back-to-school season!

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Case Study of the Week: College is Expensive!

Aug 18, 2025

Step into the role of a financial advisor meeting with a new client. The client wants you to explain financial responsibilities that should be of concern at this stage in life.

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DECA Advisors - Show Us How You’re Going the Extra!

Aug 12, 2025

We want to see how your chapter is setting up for success this year using the Go The Extra theme and the competitive events resources from your back-to-school box.

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Extra, Extra! Write All About Your DECA Experience

Aug 7, 2025

Whether it’s tips and tricks from your first competition experience or an impressive membership recruitment campaign, your DECA experience is worth sharing! Not sure where to start? Discover why you should submit, what to submit and how to submit your DECA story in this article.

Question of the Day
Financial Analysis
Kevin is reviewing his annual credit report. Ever since he misplaced an important tax document containing his Social Security number, he is especially cautious about protecting his identity. Which of the following is most likely to be a red flag for potential identity theft:
  • “Soft” inquiries from the credit card companies that Kevin applied to
  • Negative information outside the credit reporting time limit
  • Incorrect or outdated address and employer information
  • Accounts in Kevin's name that he doesn't remember opening
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The 2025-2026 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines are Now Available

SBE Chapter Certifications are due January 13, 2026

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Go The Extra: High School Program of Leadership

Asher Leventhal
High School Division President
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How to Have the Best First Chapter Meeting

Cullen Watanuki
Central Region Vice President
Career Insights

Taylor’s Version: A Masterclass in Branding, Loyalty and Business Strategy

Hannah Heidari
North Atlantic Region Vice President
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Freshmen Are the Future: How to Spark Interest and Grow Your DECA Chapter

Mason St. Jean
Southern Region Vice President
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Money Moves: Effective Fundraising for Your Chapter

Praveena Mahendran
Western Region Vice President
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DECA AT&T Project 2024-2025: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Aug 13, 2025

Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the DECA AT&T Project continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.

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DECA Receives $20,000 Community Grant from Taco Bell Foundation to Support Local Youth

Aug 7, 2025

The Taco Bell Foundation is awarding a record-breaking $28 million in Community Grants in 2025 – marking the first year that DECA has been selected as a grant recipient.

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DECA Welcomes New Partners in Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Jul 28, 2025

Please join us in applauding our newest collaborators who are providing realistic insights into business and industry, and promoting meaningful, relevant learning for DECA members.

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From Small Chapter to Big Impact

Aug 19, 2025

Learn how to grow your small chapter while building strong connections, creating meaningful opportunities and turning your size into your greatest advantage!

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How to Host the Ultimate First DECA Meeting: Engage, Excite, Enroll

Aug 18, 2025

Your first DECA meeting sets the tone for the year. Start with energy, make leadership personal and get everyone moving. When members feel connected and excited from day one, they'll want to stick around.

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Extra, Extra! Write All About Your DECA Experience

Aug 7, 2025

Whether it’s tips and tricks from your first competition experience or an impressive membership recruitment campaign, your DECA experience is worth sharing! Not sure where to start? Discover why you should submit, what to submit and how to submit your DECA story in this article.

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