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Case Study of the Week: Beyond the Regular Product Collection
Step into the role the owner of Beyond, a luggage and travel accessories brand. Your business partner wants you to propose two different special collections that Beyond can create.
Announcing the 2025 Invest Innovation in Action Challenge Winners
DECA Inc. and Invest are excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Innovation in Action: Driving Next Gen to Insurance Careers Challenge.
DECA's 2025 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced
February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2025 DECA Advocacy Campaign.
Case Study of the Week: WHO CARES ABOUT MY CREDIT SCORE?!
Step into the role of a financial advisor. A client does not understand why a credit report and credit score are needed to secure an automobile loan and needs you to explain.
What to Know About the Consumer in 2025
Last year, consumers proved their resiliency yet again, demonstrating a willingness and ability to spend in the face of inflation, higher interest rates and more. And looking ahead, consumers continue to face an uncertain environment.
Case Study of the Week: Pausing Operations to Strengthen Customer Service
Step into the role of an operations assistant for Blue Ribbon Gifts. A customer service employee wants you to explain how a pause in order fulfillment can be communicated as positive customer relations to those complaining.
Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 MDA Disability is Diversity Challenge
DECA and MDA are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Disability is Diversity Challenge.
Congratulations to the 2025 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners
DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.
DECA ICDC: Things to Do in Orlando
Deciding what to do and where to eat in a new city can be tricky—but don’t worry! DECA has handpicked a collection of local gems for you to discover in Orlando.
Announcing the 2025 NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners
DECA Inc. and the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) are excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge.
Case Study of the Week: Elevating the Customer Experience During Air Travel
Step into the role of the director of customer experience for Royal Airways. The chief marketing officer wants you to create a customer amenity kit for both domestic and international flights that will elevate the customer experience.
From the Desk: Member Tips on Ways to Be the One
Be the One isn’t just a theme; it’s a reminder of our goal as DECA members. In this article, hear tips from our members on how to embody this year’s theme during competition season!
5 Ways to Spice Up Your Competition Prep Routine
The quest for DECA glass is long and daunting, and sometimes it can get pretty tedious. Here are some ideas to help spice up your normal study routine.
DECA Direct Magazine: Limitless
This issue features an the #Limitless Year Quiz that you can take to find a perfectly tailored list of DECA conferences, programs, challenges and activities you can participate in this year that relate to your own career interest.
Collegiate DECA's 2016-2017 Recognition Award Winners
Congratulations to these Collegiate DECA members for owning their futures this year!
Collegiate DECA 2016-2017 Leadership Passport Program Recipients
Congratulations to these chapters and members for all their hard work! Way to #OwnYourFuture!
Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017
Collegiate DECA scholarship recipients present at the 2017 #CDECAICDC in will be recognized on stage.
3 Quick Tips to Nail Your DECA Role-Play
With some competitions in full swing and many coming up in a month or less, many competitors are practicing and preparing for their role-play. Here are some pointers to brush up on that will help you nail your time in front of a judge.
Collegiate DECA Competition Tips from the Pros
Everybody is getting excited for their local competitions and the International Career Development Conference in April. It’s also the time that people start asking what they need to do to be successful in the upcoming competitions, so I’ve gathered some tips from the pros.
First Time Competitors Survival Guide
Go and grab your DECA blazer and your nicest tie, because the competition season is upon us! Here’s a three-step guide to get you through your first competitive conference.
3 Tips to Consider for Your Written Event Project
Although written events are long and hard to prepare for, the hard work definitely pays off in the end! Here are some tips to ace your written event in anticipation of #DECAICDC.
6 Easy Ways to Engage Your Audience for a Better Presentation
If you’ve ever been nervous in front of an audience, you’ll know how much of a difference it makes when you can get the crowd engaged right from the start.
10 Ways to Put the Unity in Your CommUNITY Service Campaign
Community service is an amazing experience that allows us to leave our mark on the world, but getting other high school students involved can sometimes be difficult. Here's how to make it happen!
Finding Your DECA Competition Soul Mate
It’s the beginning of the year and competition season is just around the corner. Deciding on which role-play or written project to choose may largely depend on who you wish to compete with, but before you go full throttle with your first pick, make sure to weigh out the strengths and weaknesses that your potential team may have.
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Collegiate DECA's 2019-2020 Recognition Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Collegiate DECA Recognition Award winners!
Collegiate DECA 2019-2020 Leadership Passport Program Recipients
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages local chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.
FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge 2020 Winners
DECA Inc. and the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) are excited to announce the winners of this year’s FIDM Challenge.
DECA's 2020 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 recipients of DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award recognizing members who have been involved at the local, chartered association and DECA Inc. levels.
5 Task Management Tips to Skyrocket Your Productivity
Task management is important because it helps you be more productive. Sure enough, when you’re more organized and spend a little time planning, you’re able to accomplish much more. Here are some of my favorite tips!
2020-2021 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2020-2021 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC).
2019-2020 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2019-2020 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) this spring in Nashville, Tennessee.
Partner with Purpose: Developing Partnerships for a Stronger DECA
For your DECA chapter or association to thrive, it is valuable to find individuals or organizations that can help you achieve your mission and goals. Forming partnerships allows multiple groups to receive benefits while also contributing to the greater good of their respective markets.
DECA's 2020 Certified School-based Enterprises
Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises (SBEs) that earned a 2020 Chapter Certification! The SBE Chapter Certification program continues to grow each year. This year the project experienced an 8% increase in participation with 560 entries received.
Chatham Charter DECA's 3 Keys to Membership Success
Chatham Charter, a high school of 200 students, has a DECA chapter with 60 paid members - over one-fourth of the student body! However, these astonishing numbers didn't happen on their own. I'm going to share with you our three main tactics for membership campaign success.
How to Choose Your College Major in One Hour or Less
Many high school students agonize over which major they should choose. But, laboring over a decision and making the decision are two different tasks. Which means you’re making more work for yourself! Use this simple how-to guide for you to choose your college major in one hour or less.
Tell Your DECA Story in 4 Easy Steps
The next opportunity to advocate for DECA is here as February is Career and Technical Education Month®! During this month we will raise awareness and celebrate the value of Career Technical Education (CTE) and the accomplishments of DECA members around the globe!
