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FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge 2021 Winners
DECA Inc. and the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) are excited to announce the winners of this year’s FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge.
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10 of the Most Influential Businesswomen of 2020
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we explore the top 10 most influential businesswomen from 2020.
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5 Business and Leadership Books That Should Be on Your List
Throughout my academic career, I have found that a good book is hard to beat. I can honestly say that certain books have even changed my life—everything from basic tasks such as how I make my bed, to greater things like the way I think and process information.
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3 Creative Ways to Recognize Your Chapter’s Competitive Event Finalists
Association conference season is in full swing and we all know what that means… it’s DECA Glass season! To take competitive event finalist recognition to the #NextLevel this year, we have to think outside of the box. Here are three ways that your chapter can get creative to do just that!
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Employee Appreciation Day Ideas for Your SBE
With Employee Appreciation Day approaching on March 5, 2021, there is no better time to commend the members who make your chapter’s School-based Enterprise possible! Keep reading for some creative ways to let them know their hard work is valued!
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Coral Glades DECA Benefits Good Karma Pet Rescue
Coral Glades DECA members hosted a donation drive to collect supplies for the animal rescue organization, Good Karma Pet Rescue.
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Maximizing a Telethon Moment for Brand Awareness, Partner Activation and Cause Raising
MDA shares a special look at how a moment like the MDA Telethon can help lift up a brand, bolster fundraising and cause raising, and the importance that partners like DECA play in the success of MDA’s mission.
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DECA's 2021 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients
Congratulations to the 2020-2021 recipients of DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award!
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DECA's 2021 Certified School-based Enterprises
Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises (SBEs) that earned a 2020-2021 Chapter Certification!
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Super Bowl Ads: Is It Worth It?
The stage is set, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs will square off in Super Bowl LV, hosted at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. But enough about the game already... It's time for the real excitement—the commercials!
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I <3 DECA (and Fundraising Too!)
As the season of love approaches, it is time to begin brainstorming creative ways to spread the DECA love! Continue reading to learn some fun ideas that will allow your members to feel the love this February while raising funds for your chapter!
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DECA Stock Market Game 2021 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2021 ICDC qualifiers in the 2020-2021 DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.
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Case Study of the Week: Expanding Clientele with New Products and Services
Step into the role of the general manager at Keys & Strings, a local business that provides private string instrument and piano lessons along with various instructional books and sheet music. The owner of the business has asked you to identify additional products and/or services the business can offer that would build clientele and demonstrate how to effectively market the new offerings.
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Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Leadership Passport Recipients
Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.
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Case Study of the Week: Customers Overstaying Their Welcome
Step into the role of general manager and shift supervisor at Family Kitchen, a local family restaurant that is open 24-hours. The owner of the restaurant has asked you to analyze a new restaurant policy, determine if it is ethical, and provide a response.
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Utilizing Your Strengths and Your Weaknesses
You may be asked about your greatest strength and weakness in many job interviews. It’s easy to know what we’re good at, but how do we portray our weaknesses positively and compellingly? Use this information to help boost your interview skills!
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Advice from DECA Competitive Event Judges
This April, DECA members participating in the competitive events program will appear before a volunteer judge to present on current business trends in various events and formats. In this article, hear from two of our dedicated volunteer judges as they provide insight on their experience serving the past 20+ years.
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Super Bowl Commercials: Spiraling Towards the End Zone or Spiraling Out of Control
Costing an astounding $7 million for 30 seconds, Super Bowl commercials either fascinate or flop in front of over 113 million viewers. These commercials are the epitome of strategic marketing.
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Case Study of the Week: Methods to Market an Inconvenient Location
Step into the role of the marketing director for Ricardo’s, a mid-priced restaurant with 10 locations. The owner of Ricardo’s has asked you to develop a marketing plan that will build a new location’s local clientele, given its unique location.
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Taking Stock with Teens | Fall 2022 Insights
Edward Yruma, Managing Director and Senior Researcher, and Abbie Zvejnieks, Research Analyst, with Piper Sandler highlight insights from the most recent Gen Z research study.
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UW Madison DECA's Mentorship Program
UW Madison DECA started a new mentorship program this semester, greatly benefiting both new and senior members. The program has had a lot of success as new students feel welcome paired up with a senior member.
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FVTC DECA Restocks Local Food Pantry
FVTC DECA collected over 400 food items during the statewide Trick-or-Can helping restock the FVTC food pantry. The FVTC food pantry is dedicated to providing students with access to free food.
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Case Study of the Week: Rich Content for Weekly Emails
Step into the role of director of marketing for Our Town Grocery, a grocery store chain with 350 locations. The senior vice president has asked you to determine content for weekly emails and how to obtain more customers’ email addresses.
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Helping Our Communities
Volunteers stepped up on a rainy Sunday afternoon to drop off bags requesting nonperishable food items for the Whitewater Community Space, a nonprofit community center that provides free clothing, furniture, books, food and many other items to anyone in need.