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The DECA Drop Episode 6: Maximizing Your ICDC Experience
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!
Things to Do in Atlanta During ICDC
With just weeks until DECA ICDC officially kicks off, now is the perfect time to start planning how to make the most of your time by exploring one or more unforgettable experiences in Atlanta.
Congratulations to the 2026 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients
Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is pleased to provide travel scholarships to high school DECA members to participate in the 2026 ICDC in Atlanta, GA.
Where to Find Food at DECA ICDC in Atlanta
Looking for food options on the Georgia World Congress Center Campus and inside the Mercedes-Benz Stadium during ICDC? We've compiled a list of options for you so you can grab food with ease!
Case Study of the Week: Giving Back
Step into the role of the owner of Bellyful, a restaurant located in a city of 300,000 people. Your business partner has asked you to determine how the business can best give back to its community with limited financial resources.
Activities To Do After Your Association Conference
There are so many ways to bond with your chapter outside of DECA conferences! The focus is on making sure you end the year strong while still having a lot of fun in DECA.
April is Financial Literacy Month: Join the Movement with DECA
Now is the time to boost financial confidence in your classroom with a plug-and-play, 60-minute activity that requires zero prep and no prior finance teaching expertise.
From Profile to Portfolio: Building a Professional Online Resume
For DECA members preparing for internships, leadership opportunities or future careers, creating a professional online resume is a powerful way to showcase your skills and experiences.
Financial Literacy Month: Saving for College
Financial Literacy Month is about learning how to invest in your future. Saving for college may seem intimidating, but preparation, confidence and smart decision‑making are what students carry forward.
Maximizing the Experience of a Lifetime: DECA ICDC
Once you are at ICDC, you may be wondering: How can I make this experience truly exceptional? The answer isn’t just in what you do, it’s in how intentionally you choose to experience every moment.
Own Your Moment in Atlanta
You’ve made it! It’s ICDC 2026 time in Atlanta, Georgia. The choices you have to GO THE EXTRA in Atlanta are limitless. Here are seven ways to make the most of your time in ICDC.
Defining Your DECA Legacy
As the bright lights of ICDC begin to dim, and if this is your final year in DECA, you may be met with a new realization: what comes next? Learn how to ensure your impact lasts for years to come.
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.
