Whitney Milbourne is DECA's partnership and volunteer specialist. In this role, she manages a portfolio of corporate and association partners to enhance their engagement at all levels within DECA. She also leads our volunteer recruitment and engagement efforts for both virtual and in-person conferences and events.
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Apply Now for the 2025 DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grants
Through the VBC—DECA Hotel Challenge, more than $6,000 in curriculum grants will be awarded at the start of the 2025-2026 school year to DECA chapters. Read on to learn how to apply.
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Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients
Congratulations to the following chapters selected to receive the VBC – DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grant provided by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation.
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Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients
Congratulations to the following chapters selected to receive the VBC – DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grant provided by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation.
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Top 5 Reasons to Join DECA
Looking for a reason to join DECA? Here are five of our favorite reasons you join your school's chapter.