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Unique Ways to Complete the Advocacy Campaign
February is CTE Month, meaning DECA members are out in the community, making it known how important Career Technical Student Organizations, or CTSOs, truly are! Chapters can complete the Advocacy Campaign before March 1st and show off DECA’s impact! Here are a few ways to stand out when completing the campaign.
Social Media at DECA Conferences: Do’s and Don’t’s
This conference season, don't forget to collaborate, create and connect with the DECA community. As you prepare, check out these five tips to remember as you pull out all the stops for social media shots this Spring.
Case Study of the Week: Positive Working Relationships While Restructuring
Step into the role of the director of human resources at Ideal Technologies, a technology consulting firm with 100 employees. The president of the company has notified you of the upcoming restructuring of the company and wants you to suggest methods to prevent issues that may arise when the restructuring is announced.
Running for a Leadership Position
Leadership in DECA is an incredible opportunity that allows you to travel, connect and make a difference for years to come. However, it takes courage to be able to prove to both peers and strangers that you are the right person for the position. Whether it’s chapter, association or even executive office, here are the 3 top campaigning tips!
Case Study of the Week: Dealing with Online Scams in the Travel Industry
Step into the role of the chief communications officer and director of customer relations for Journey, a travel booking website that provides airline and train ticketing, car rental services, and other travel needs. The CEO of the company wants you to develop a plan that will communicate a customer service scam to customers and Journey employees.
Celebrating CTE® Month from Home
This February, celebrate your CTE experiences and invite others to join the fun with these four tips on bringing awareness to all the excellent CTE opportunities awaiting.
Standout Creatively in Prepared Events
Top-tier DECA competitors know to hit all the competition event indicators, but it’s those little touches that elevate a well-prepared presentation to a DECA glass-winning presentation. Color, typography, layout and that perfect personal touch are your secret weapons.
Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2022-2023 Winners
Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2022-2023!
Interview with a CEO
In this interview, Lead4Change sat down with Tim Schurrer, CEO of David Novak Leadership Inc., to learn more about his career journey, "secret sauce" and future goals.
Case Study of the Week: Mitigating Fraud
Step into the role of fraud manager for Edson National Bank (ENB). The director of the fraud department wants you to develop a training plan for new employees regarding credit card fraud.
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Crush Your Goals
People like to rattle off the phrase "follow your dreams", but don’t typically tell us how to do so. Here are three tips for setting goals and keeping up with them, to help you make your dreams come true!
So, You’re Thinking of Running for Executive Office
Have you thought about running for Executive Office? In this role, you can network, collaborate and lead with members of DECA from around the world! Running for a position on the Executive Officer Team is not an easy task, but it is more than rewarding.
Case Study of the Week: Raise Awareness for a New Brand
Step into the role of the director of marketing communications for Folklore, a women’s clothing and accessories retailer. The senior VP wants you to develop a marketing campaign to raise awareness of a new addition to its portfolio, Artifact.
DECA Celebrates National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
DECA Recognizes Donna McFadden with Honorary Life Membership
Donna McFadden has provided exemplary service to DECA for more than 30 years as the MA DECA Chartered Association Advisor. Her leadership, guidance, support and creative brilliance have reached DECA members and advisors at all levels.
Congratulations to the Top Competitors in Session 2 of the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game
DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.
Case Study of the Week: Automated Trading Platforms
Step into the role of a financial advisor. A friend is considering automated trading platforms and has asked you for more information.
DECA Announces New Engagement with Merrill
DECA is thrilled to announce a new engagement with Merrill Wealth Management, a leading provider of wealth management and investment services, and a Bank of America company.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 49th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 49th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 6K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 16.2.
Understanding Vehicle Financing
Financial Literacy Month is the perfect time to explore real-life money topics like vehicle financing and ownership. Learn about resources that you can use to teach these essential concepts to help students make informed, confident financial decisions.
Case Study of the Week: Does Flavoring Help a Cough?
Step into the role of the director of marketing for Haven Products, a popular brand of over-the-counter medicines. The president has asked you to analyze the new Stop Cough with Honey.
Your Post Collegiate DECA ICDC Questions Answered
We hope you enjoyed your time in San Francisco for Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.
Introducing the 2025-2026 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2025-2026 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.
Thank You Collegiate DECA: A Parting Letter from Your 2024-2025 Executive Officers
The 2024-2025 Executive Officer Team extends a heartfelt thank you to all Collegiate DECA members who demonstrated excellence in leadership, competition and beyond this year. Hear from your outgoing executive officers and discover what’s next in our journey towards a brighter future for our division.
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Battle of Brands
Trends come and go, but some brands are strong enough to stand the test of time. We surveyed 300 DECA members across the globe, asking them to name their favorite brands. From snack foods to streaming services, clothing to technology – Battle of the Brands aimed to find out where your allegiances lie.
5 Tips for Students on LinkedIn
When it comes to LinkedIn, students are likely to start asking some questions: Is it too early to start? I’m not working/I’m not a professional, so what’s the point of a LinkedIn?
Growing a Global Brand: An Inside Look at Universal
Universal Orlando Resort™ is known around the globe as an epic, world-class vacation destination. But that didn’t happen overnight.
The Ultimate Written Event Guide
Before serving as the 2018-2019 High School Division President, he was an international finalist, earning second place in the International Business Plan at ICDC in Anaheim. Andrew Weatherman took home DECA glass and now he’s taking the time to share his insider secrets with you.
Collegiate DECA 2017-2018 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors
After three months of competition, Collegiate DECA congratulates the top teams who participated in Session 2 of the competition. Rankings are based on percentage growth against the S&P 500, not equity (learn more about the S&P 500 here).
2017-2018 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The 2017-2018 IMPACT Program awards were presented at the Chartered Association Officer luncheon in Atlanta at #DECAICDC!
Collegiate DECA's 2017-2018 Recognition Award Winners
Congratulations to the 2017-2018 Collegiate DECA Recognition Award winners!
Collegiate DECA 2017-2018 Leadership Passport Program Recipients
Congratulations to the chapters and individuals who completed the 2017-2018 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program.
DECA Scholarship Recipients 2017-2018
DECA is pleased to announce the 2017-2018 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $300,000 in scholarship to DECA members.
DECA's 2018 Advocacy Campaign Recipients
February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, leading many DECA chapters to raise their voices in their schools, communities and associations to advocate on behalf of DECA and CTE through completing DECA’s Advocacy Campaign.
Role-Play Competition Tips You Probably Haven’t Heard Before
Do you know how to use quotes and Paper PowerPoints in your role-play?
