Student Leaders
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Advocating for Collegiate DECA: Part 2
In this two-part series, we explore techniques to ensure awareness and continued support for our division. This article explores ways to expand your reach, including engaging with policymakers and leveraging resources to amplify your voice.
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Advocating for Collegiate DECA: Part 1
In this two-part series, we explore techniques to ensure awareness and continued support for our division. This article will focus on local advocacy options and how individuals in your network can help expand your chapter’s reach.
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The Diversity of DECA with Emerging Leaders
As an organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, DECA is also known for being diverse in career studies and backgrounds. Hear from three students on how they value diversity within a community.
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Exploring Funding Options for Entrepreneurs
As an aspiring entrepreneur and a DECA member, understanding the various funding options available can help you bring your vision to life and set you apart in your competitive events and professional endeavors.
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The Economics of the Super Bowl: A Winning Play for Business
Explore ways the Super Bowl drives billions in revenue through ads, tourism, merchandise and more, as well as how the event offers key lessons in marketing and finance for DECA members.
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Juggling Books and Business: Thriving in School and DECA
As an intense and exciting competition season approaches, it’s important to consider your academics while completing all your DECA activities. Here are tips to help balance school and DECA.
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Beyond the Blazer: Inspiring CTE Success Stories
CTE programs are the foundation to help students thrive beyond high school. Let’s hear from DECA members whose journeys through CTE have shaped their futures and shown why these programs are critical for the next generation of leaders.
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Cupid or Corporate: The Marketing Behind Valentine’s Day
Hearts, chocolate and roses—oh my! It is officially the season of love; however, some companies see February 14th as a boost to their profits instead of a day of celebrating relationships. Take a look at the marketing behind Valentine’s Day.
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Be The One at the 2025 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference
Get ready to experience all Orlando offers at the 2025 SEM conference! Learn more about all SEM offers you and your future career through connecting with industry leaders, gaining hands-on experience and sharpening your competitive skills.
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Accelerate into Association Conference Season
As Collegiate DECA members begin the new year, members within chartered associations get ready to compete at their association conferences. Learn the important details on how to make the most of your association's Career Development Conference experience.
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Preparing for Competition Season
As competition season approaches, dive into event samples, practice role-plays and make the most of DECA's sample exams to fine-tune your skills and master time management for the big day.
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Bridging the Gap: How to Connect with High School DECA Members
Collegiate DECA benefits from bringing new members to our organization and having high school seniors join us upon graduation. Here are a few ways to help promote our division and ways to connect with the high school division throughout the year.