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Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Olivia Fluharty
West Brunswick High School DECA advisor Olivia Fluharty blended student involvement, community engagement and brand partnership through their successful DECA x Chick-fil-A Bingo Night.

Stage Presence in Business: Turning Public Speaking into a Competitive Edge
Public speaking isn’t just a performance skill — it’s a professional advantage. In DECA, where ideas are evaluated on clarity, confidence and delivery, the way you communicate can be just as important as what you communicate.

Bringing Warmth to Winter: Blacksburg DECA’s “Home for the Holidays” Project
Blacksburg DECA continues its heartfelt tradition of giving back through “Home for the Holidays,” an annual community service project that provides meals for local elementary students in need during winter break.

In-DECA-tors of Success: How to Nail Your PIs
Performance Indicators are the guiding principles that competitors must answer in their role-play. Discover how to effectively incorporate them into your role-play using a familiar acronym: D.E.C.A.

Case Study of the Week: Last Call For Mozzarella Sticks
Step into the role of the general manager of Paisley Town, a family restaurant located in a city of 150,000 people. The owner wants you to determine how to sell excessive inventory before expiration.

Myers Park DECA: Community Service Chapter Campaign
Myers Park DECA’s “Shine a Light, Share the Fight” campaign partnered with Claire’s Army to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer through school-wide events engaging 145 members and the Charlotte community!

The Hidden Value of Power Trip: The People You Meet
The Ultimate DECA Power Trip's greatest value is the people you meet. By staying connected after the event, those introductions can grow into lasting friendships, mentorships and opportunities that continue long after the weekend is over.

Syosset DECA's First Experience at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip
Experiencing the Ultimate DECA Power Trip for the first time, Syosset DECA gained transformative skills, nationwide connections and a bold vision for the chapter’s future.

Blooming into the Holiday Season: Nurturing Your Mind When the World Gets Busy
Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? Discover how to bloom amid the chaos, lift your mood and nurture your mind with simple, powerful tips to stay calm, connected and energized when the world feels too busy.

The Art of Failing
Failing is always an important step in your DECA journey. Failing is a great way to reflect and adapt to circumstances that might require you to change your way of thinking.

Fashion Tech, AI and The Innovators Shaping Retail’s Next Chapter
Consumers want ideas, guidance and moments that feel built around them. A new wave of intelligent tools is starting to meet those expectations and change how people search, compare and decide what to buy.

Surprising Career Paths You Can Take With a Bachelor's Degree in Business
A bachelor’s in business administration is an opportunity to gain in-demand skills and insight. To help you decide what career path you can take with this degree, Belmont University compiled a list of the best jobs.

Investing in Collegiate DECA Alumni and Professional Membership
Membership within Collegiate DECA isn’t just for students and advisors. We also welcome alumni and business community members to join in the fun of our division. Learn more about how to invest in alumni and professional members.

Exploring Community Service with DECA's Partners
There are many benefits to getting involved in community service. In this article, three of our valued partners answer questions about the importance of community service and its impact on their lives, professionally and personally.

DECA Announces National Advisory Board Partnership with Stukent
DECA is excited to welcome Stukent as one of its newest National Advisory Board partners. Stukent shares DECA’s passion for empowering the next generation of leaders and is committed to providing members with innovative resources that enhance their educational experience.

A Look Back on Collegiate DECA Engage in Minneapolis
230 Collegiate DECA members attended the 2024 Engage Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 24-26, 2024.

Case Study of the Week: Keeping a Business Relevant
Step into the role of the owner of Boards of Fun, a unique catering company that provides large charcuterie and grazing boards for events. Your business partner needs you to determine how Boards of Fun can remain relevant.

DECA Announces a New Partnership with Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
DECA is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers! The partnership will focus on connecting local restaurants with DECA chapter advisors, DECA members and chartered associations.

Case Study of the Week: Dealing with Angry Parents
Step into the role of the recreation manager for Grant City Parks & Recreation, an organization run by the city. The director of youth sports wants you to address the ongoing issue of hostile parents at youth sporting events run by the organization.

How to Use DECA Involvement to Strengthen Your Scholarship Applications
DECA enhances your chances of success with scholarship applications. Regardless of the type of scholarship you're applying for, capitalizing on your DECA experience will allow you to showcase that you are a well-rounded student.

Adobe + DECA Unlock Creative Career Pathways for Next-generation Talent
Through the partnership with Adobe, DECA members will learn creative and AI skills that will help them get ahead, and stay ahead, in today's job market. Adobe's new initiative helps DECA members build a competitive resume and learn the skills they need.

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook
The newly updated Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Be The One in your chapter this year.

Case Study of the Week: Helping a Small Business Owner with Financial Planning
Step into the role of a recently hired financial planner for About Us Microspect Photo Designs, a new small family owned business that is a retailer and manufacturer. The owner would like you to weigh in on financial planning for the business.

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 48th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 48th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 13.5K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 15.8.

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