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Introducing the DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker
DECA is pleased to announce that sWooZie will deliver the keynote during the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.
Women's History Month: 3 Influential Women In Business
Since women gained the right to own businesses in 1988, the industry has changed dramatically through the work of many influential women in business. This article highlights 3 key women who helped develop the field we know today.
Case Study of the Week: Time For A Spinoff
Step into the role of the senior VP at Pasta Bounty, an Italian-themed full-service restaurant chain with over 900 locations. The chain is best known for its unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks that come with every entrée or as an option on the weekday lunch menu.
DECA Announces the 2026-2027 Membership Theme: Next Big Thing
Every breakthrough, innovation and movement starts with someone bold enough to pursue it. This year, DECA challenges its members to look beyond what exists today and focus on what’s possible tomorrow.
From Members to Mentors: Finding Your Chapter’s Next Leaders
Although the competition season is coming to a close, leadership continues to grow. Here are a few tips to find the right fit for the upcoming chapter leadership team.
Combatting Senioritis from a Senior With No School
Senioritis is the feeling of complete mental exhaustion and disinterest that hits seniors in the final stretch of high school. Here are a few ways you can help combat senioritis, from a senior with no school.
The Ultimate DECA Video Series: School-Based Enterprises
From understanding what qualifies as an SBE to exploring how they operate as real businesses within your school, we walk through what makes these enterprises so impactful and how you can earn certification.
The Ultimate DECA Video Series: Chapter Campaigns
From understanding what each campaign focuses on to learning how to plan, promote and execute them effectively, we walk through how these initiatives can elevate your chapter’s engagement and visibility.
Lessons from My First NY DECA State Career Conference
Every DECA competition is an unforgettable experience. In this article, discover the three biggest lessons that Samyuktha learned at their first time at the NY DECA State Career Conference.
Navigating College Decision Results: Next Steps For Seniors
From exciting senior events to college decisions, there’s a lot to keep track of in the last few months of a senior’s high school career. For those navigating the college decision period, there are a few key points to remember before graduation.
Feedback: The Ultimate Competitive Advantage
In DECA, feedback isn’t just commentary on a performance; it’s a foundation for improvement. The competitors who learn to analyze and apply feedback gain a long-term competitive advantage.
March Madness and Marketing: Why the Tournament is a Masterclass in Engagement
From viral social media moments to billion-dollar sponsorship deals, the March Madness tournament offers DECA students a masterclass in real-time marketing, emotional storytelling and capitalizing on cultural moments.
Good Stress, Bad Stress: Find Your Sweet Spot
We all experience stress on a daily basis, but the amount we experience depends on how well we cope with the various stressors in our lives. Here are a few tips to help you identify good versus bad stress and find the perfect balance.
2020 DECA Pumpkin Contest Winners
Congratulations to the winners of DECA's Annual Pumpkin Contest! This year's contest had a record-shattering 530+ submissions from members all across the DECA world. The selection process was not easy, but the members have voted and we are excited to announce the top three winners in each category!
November is Native American History Month
November is National Native American History Month. Here are three ways that you can celebrate.
Virtual College Search Tips for Finding Your Dream School
Whether you are doing initial research and creating your list of potential colleges or you are a senior getting ready to apply, this guide will help you find useful resources to aid you in your college application and decision process.
Top Tips to Stay on Top of Your To-Do List
Are you struggling to stay focused and get your work done? If the answer is "yes," then you are in the right place! Read on for five tips to help you stay on top of your to-do list during the school year.
Manage Your Tasks Like a Pro
Do you ever feel like you are racing against the clock to meet deadlines and complete assignments? If you struggle with procrastination, a task management plan will help you focus on the task at hand. A simple change in habits could make a gigantic difference!
Wisconsin DECA’s Trick-or-Can: A Behind the Scenes Interview
Nate Jacobs, DECA's Central Region Vice President, caught up with Sam Fischer from Wisconsin DECA about one of the association's most popular community service events—Trick-or-Can.
Community Service: COVID-19 Style
If anyone knows how to participate in community service, it's DECA members! Even in the middle of a pandemic, we continue to create new, socially-distanced ways to impact our communities.
Inclusion, Access, Equity & Diversity: CTE Learners Discuss
Educators often discuss how to ensure career and technical education (CTE) programs are more inclusive, accessible, equitable and diverse, but how often do we discuss this topic with learners, the individuals most affected?
Beginner’s Guide to the DECA Stock Market Game
The Stock Market Game is an online simulation that helps students develop skills in economics, investing and personal finance. If you are curious about competing in this event, read on to find out more!
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 40th Semi-Annual Survey of 9,800 U.S. Teens
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 40th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from 9,800 teens across 48 U.S. states with an average age of 15.8 years.
Watch Now: Executive Mentor Roundtable on Next Level Leadership
Check out DECA’s Executive Mentor Roundtable on “Next Level Leadership." Four executives share how they have harnessed the power of leadership to impact others and offer advice on how you can take your leadership to the next level.
