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From Your Association’s CDC to ICDC: Making the Most of the In-Between
The eternal question sits in the mind of every DECA member: What should you do between your association conference and ICDC? The truth is, this in-between period holds more to do than you might think!
Go for Glass: Competition Tips from an ICDC Glass Winner
With ICDC just over a month away, preparation is key to your success. Preparing for competition improves your confidence and your professionalism. Discover several key preparation techniques in this article.
Leading the Future: Celebrating Women in DECA for Women’s History Month
Within DECA, celebrating women feels especially meaningful. Walk into any chapter meeting or conference, and you will see young women stepping forward as competitors, innovators, mentors and leaders.
Beyond Competition: The DECA ICDC Impact
When members think of ICDC, competition is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But DECA ICDC is an experience that shapes leaders long after the competition ends.
Turning Ambition into Action: Smart Ways to Fundraise for ICDC
From conference registration to flights and hotel stays, attending ICDC requires strategic financial planning. The good news? With creativity, organization and teamwork, fundraising can be just as empowering as competing.
Congratulations to the 2025-26 CEWD Power Perks Challenge Winners
CEWD and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Power Perks Challenge!
Congratulations to the 2025-26 IIA Community Impact Challenge Winners
Infinity Insurance Agency (IIA) and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Community Impact Challenge!
Glowing and Growing: How the Season of Spring Can Help You Bloom at ICDC
Just as flowers need preparation before they bloom, competitors need intentional planning to truly shine on the international stage. This spring, focus on glowing and growing so you can bloom at ICDC.
How CTE Shapes the Workforce of Tomorrow
CTE empowers students to explore careers and interests. By taking CTE classes, students now have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and graduate with academic and real-world knowledge, preparing the future workforce.
Celebrating Black Innovators During Black History Month
As Black History Month comes to a close, the celebration doesn’t have to. Learn more about influential inventors and entrepreneurs who have made daily life easier for consumers in the current market.
The DECA Drop Episode 4: Go the Extra at Your Association Conference
Your 2025–2026 Executive Officer Team saw how podcasts were taking off and wanted to give DECA members the same kind of experience: a place to pick up tips, hear updates and get to know our team!
Overcoming Competition Day Nerves
For most DECA students, the most challenging part of a role-play isn’t the prompt; it's the nerves in a competitive environment. Learn about simple mindset fixes that can help increase confidence and boost scoring results.
Congratulations to DECA's 2025-26 Scholarship Recipients
DECA is pleased to announce the 2025-26 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Leadership Passport Recipients
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.
How Collegiate DECA Members Can Turn Their Skills into Real Businesses
Collegiate DECA prepares students for real-world success. By starting small, leveraging their network and taking action, CDECA members can build leadership and entrepreneurial experience long before graduation.
Everyone Starts Somewhere: Supporting First-Year DECA Members
One way UNLV Collegiate DECA supports high school members is by sponsoring competitive events at the State Career Development Conference. Learn more about the importance of supporting the younger generation of future leaders.
Case Study of the Week: Expanding Into Fashion Accessories
Step into the director of marketing for Kosport, a brand of backpacks that are sold at various retailers across the country. Kosport has been making backpacks for over 60-years and is the most well-known brand for school-use backpacks.
Case Study of the Week: Transitioning Due To Ethics
Step into the role of a small business owner that runs Pets for You, a pet shop that sells dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, snakes and fish. You began Pets for You 20 years ago. As a lifelong pet lover, you wanted to start a business that would help connect people and pets with forever homes.
Exploring Air Force Careers: From Enlisted Paths to Becoming an Officer
The U.S. Air Force offers flexible career pathways. Students can gain real-world experience, earn college degrees while serving and grow into leadership positions, building a career that evolves with their goals over time.
Celebrating Trailblazers for Women's History Month
Women’s History Month honors the achievements of women through determination, innovation and leadership. In this article, we focus on a few stories of female trailblazers who made significant career advancements and shaped their industries.
Mindset Matters: How Positivity Fuels DECA Success
Being positive, even when life throws everything at you, helps you navigate the challenges. This article breaks down the power of positivity and how it can be leveraged throughout life, especially in DECA.
Fuel the Journey: Fundraising Your Way to Collegiate ICDC
Getting to CDECA ICDC takes support. Fundraising is the key to turning your hard work into reality. It builds leadership, strengthens your chapter and connects you with your community.
Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker
DECA is pleased to announce that Charles Clark will deliver the keynote during the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.
UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” Sessions
UW-Whitewater Collegiate DECA’s “DECA Deep Dive” sessions give members extra time beyond regular meetings to practice case studies, work on projects and get feedback from peers. It is where preparation turns into confidence.
