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Everything You Need to Know for DECA SBE Week 2026

Sep 28, 2026

Each day of #DECASBEWeek has a social media theme unique to DECA’s school-based enterprise program. Be sure to participate by sharing photos or videos that correspond to the daily theme.

Chapter Strategy

The Next Big Thing Classroom Contest Winners

Sep 25, 2026

We asked DECA advisors to give us a behind-the-scenes look at how their chapters are kicking off the year with the Next Big Thing materials, and you delivered!

Chapter Strategy

Budget It. Post It. Win It.

Sep 25, 2026

Jumpstart student participation in the Social Media Marketing Challenge, which focuses on target market strategy and ad budget allocation across platforms.

DECA News

Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership with IE University

Sep 25, 2026

DECA is proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its partnership with IE University - a decade of empowering emerging leaders to think globally, embrace innovation and pursue their ambitions.

Chapter Strategy

Turning New DECA Members Into Active Ones

Sep 25, 2026

Whether you're starting a brand-new DECA chapter or looking to strengthen your existing one, here are a few strategies that have made the biggest difference for ours.

Chapter Strategy

Top 10 Things Worth Your Money: Best Investments This DECA Season

Sep 25, 2026

As DECA season starts, students scramble to find the best ways to maximize their DECA preparation. While members struggle with homework and outside activities, it is hard to pick out the most useful investments. Here is a list of the top 10 things that are actually worth your money.

Chapter Strategy

Give Students a Business They Can Actually Run

Sep 24, 2026

Download a real hands-on entrepreneurship experience for students and a free lesson plan to go with it from DECA's partner, Spirit Box.

Career Insights

Join the Executive Officer Finance Career Exploration Webinar

Sep 24, 2026

Join your DECA Executive Officer team on October 13, 2026, at 7 PM EST for the first career exploration panel of the year!

Partners

Beyond the Storefront: Explore the Future of Retail, Marketing & Business

Sep 23, 2026

DECA advisors - apply now for an all-expense-paid trip to experience NRF NXT, NRF Foundation Honors and NRF Retail's Big Show in New York City.

Compete

Get Ready for Round One of the 2026 DECA Virtual Business Challenge

Sep 23, 2026

You won't want to miss the annual DECA Virtual Business Challenge! DECA VBC is an official competitive event free to high school members.

Conferences

DECA Announces Clint Pulver as #DECAPowerTrip Opening Session Speaker

Sep 22, 2026

Clint Pulver is an Emmy Award Winner, Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, Author, ProDrummer, Helicopter Pilot, Speaker Coach, and Workforce Expert.

Career Insights

The Business of Back to School

Sep 22, 2026

Every August and September, over 54.4 million students attend school in the United States alone.

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: August 2023

Aug 24, 2023

Check out what you missed on the August 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Partners

The #DECAATTProject Provides Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Aug 24, 2023

Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the #DECAATTProject continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Determining Payback Period

Aug 21, 2023

Step into the role of the financial analyst for Red Shield Insurance Company. The vice president of finance has hired you to perform an analysis and determine the payback period for a potential investment.

Career Insights

Increase Sales and Cultivate Customers with a Successful Marketing Campaign

Aug 15, 2023

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, a successful marketing campaign can boost brand awareness, generate leads, increase sales and cultivate a loyal customer base. However, achieving such success requires careful planning, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of your target audience.

Conferences

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Get the edge at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, Texas on April 20-23, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?

Aug 14, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook: Your Chapter’s Guide to Success

Aug 9, 2023

The new Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Experience the Difference in your chapter this year.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Chapter Strategy

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings

Aug 1, 2023

At the first chapter meeting of the year, you need to develop a strong first impression that will impress potential new members and excite existing members for the year. Here are 10 Icebreakers to start your year with a bang!

DECA News

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.