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Article Archive from the DECA Direct:

March 1, 2024 | Celebrating Women’s History Month

March 1, 2024 | What Can I Do with DECA Since I’m Not Going to ICDC?

March 1, 2024 | How To Sell Yourself

March 1, 2024 | Senioritis Smackdown 

March 1, 2024 | Unwrapping the Power of Packaging: How Packaging Makes or Breaks Branding

March 1, 2024 | Leadership Illuminated: Must-Read Books for DECA Members

February 26, 2024 | Announcing the 2024 NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge Winners

February 22, 2024 | Announcing the 2024 NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

February 21, 2024 | Join the 2024 DECA ICDC Social Media Team

February 20, 2024 | Apply for the 2024 J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Travel Scholarships

February 20, 2024 | Apply Now for the 2024 DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grants

February 20, 2024 | Announcing the 2023-2024 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

February 14, 2024 | Raising Voices for DECA: Legislative Advocacy

February 14, 2024 | Make a Difference at MDA Summer Camp

February 13, 2024 | Make a Muscle with MDA this March

February 13, 2024 | Share the Latest Trends with the Spring 2024 Taking Stock with Teens® Survey

February 13, 2024 | Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

February 13, 2024 | Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge

February 6, 2024 | A Look Back at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

February 6, 2024 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2024 Certified School-based Enterprises

February 5, 2024 | Super Bowl: Beyond the Stadium

February 5, 2024 | Participate in a Non-Competitive Stock Market Game Session this Winter

February 1, 2024 | DECA ICDC 2024 Attraction Ticket Options

February 1, 2024 |8 Tips to Maximize Social Media Outreach 

February 1, 2024 | How Streaming Platforms Score Big in Super Bowl Monetization

February 1, 2024 | Ace Your Interview

February 1, 2024 | Action Is Passion: Advocating for the Vital Role of CTSOs and CTE

February 1, 2024 | Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award

January  26, 2024 | Learn from the Pros at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

January 24, 2024 | 7 Retail Industry Predictions for 2024

January 18, 2024 | One DECA January 2024

January 17, 2024 | That is SO Fetch with Georgia DECA

January 17, 2024 | Using Your DECA Chapter to Spread Awareness

January 16, 2024 |Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2023-2024 Winners 

January 16, 2024 | The Importance of Advocating for CTE and DECA

January 16, 2024 | Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2023-2024 Winners

January 16, 2024 | Skillful Solutions

January 15, 2024 | Choosing Your College: A Guide Beyond Rankings 

January 11, 2024 | From DECA Challenge to Changemakers: Angels Among Us

January 10, 2024 | Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age

January 9, 2024 | Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2024 ICDC Qualifiers

January 8, 2024 | Make a Difference with MDA

January 2, 2024 | Interview With an IT CEO

January 2, 2024 | Get Ready for Round Two of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

January 2, 2024 |Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members 

January 1, 2024 | Announcing DECA’s 2024 Conference Lineup

January 1, 2024 | Appreciating the Unsung Heroes of DECA

January 1, 2024 | On the Horizon: Gauging Your Fit for DECA Executive Office

January 1, 2024 | Preparing DECA’s Next Generation

December 21, 2023 | Expanding Your Chapter’s Reach to Elementary Schools

December 19, 2023 | Announcing DECA’s 2023-2024 Chapter Campaign Winners

December 18, 2023 | Elevate Your DECA Written Event: 5 Tips to Make Your Presentation Unforgettable

December 14, 2023 | Test Your Skills with the Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge

December 14, 2023 | Add DECA to Your Winter Break

December 14, 2023 | DECA Competitive Events: Use of AI

December 8, 2023 | DECA Connect: Empowering Voices, Building Bridges and Cultivating Community

December 6, 2023 | Starting a DECA Chapter in a New Country: A Guide to Success

December 5, 2023 | The 2024-2025 DECA High School Division Executive Officer Candidate Guide is Now Available

December 5, 2023 | One DECA December 2023

December 4, 2023 | Personal Brand Power: The Exclusive Guide to Self-Marketing

December 4, 2023 | Participate in the Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge

December 1, 2023 | SBE Chapter Certification Submission Site Is Open

December 1, 2023 | Demonstrate Your Knowledge with the Unreal Campaign Video Challenge

December 1, 2023 | Competition Power Moves: Mastering Body Language

December 1, 2023 | Celebrating Professional Relationships

December 1, 2023 | From Click to Cart: Shop DECA Behind The Scenes

December 1, 2023 | 7 Ways to Prepare for Your Association’s Conference

December 1, 2023 | Stepping Up to Lead in DECA

December 1, 2023 | Member Engagement: Preparing for a New Year

November 30, 2023 | The Ultimate DECA Power Trip: Do We Have a DECA Deal?

November 29, 2023 | How Decatur DECA is Empowering Future Leaders through The Career Club

November 28, 2023 | The Ultimate DECA Power Trip: Not a Problem

November 21, 2023 | Vote for Your Favorites in DECA’s Ethical Leadership Challenge

November 20, 2023 | The Kickstart Project: Changing the World One Student at a Time

November 20, 2023 | Highlights from an Unforgettable Ultimate DECA Power Trip

November 19, 2023 | Over 2,000 DECA Members Gathered at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Austin

November 19, 2023 | Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2024 Promo Video

November 15, 2023 | Discover the Perfect Major and Career Path for You

November 13, 2023 | Announcing the 2023-2024 Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

November 13, 2023 | Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs

November 13, 2023 | Using Generative AI to Power Student Entrepreneurship

November 9, 2023 | From DECA Advisor to Chick-fil-A Owner-Operator

November 1, 2023 | Giving Back to DECA

November 1, 2023 | Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week

November 1, 2023 | Maximize Your Black Friday Shopping Experience

November 1, 2023 | Workplace Skills for Success

November 1, 2023 | Chapter Campaigns: Ideas for Involvement

November 1, 2023 | Represent the DECA Blue: What Does Your Blazer Mean to You?

November 1, 2023 | Exploring Non-Profit Careers

November 1, 2023 | Announcing the Winners of the 2023 DECA Pumpkin Contest

October 30, 2023 | MDA’s Annual Holiday Pinup Cause Raiser

October 27, 2023 | How Florida DECA is Leading the Way for Positive Advocacy

October 19, 2023 | The 2023-2024 DECA SBE Individual Certification Exam Is Now Available

October 17, 2023 | DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey

October 17, 2023 | Celebrate DECA Month this November

October 15, 2023 | Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities

October 10, 2023 | SCCC DECA Earns Prestigious 100+ Membership Banner

October 9, 2023 | 9 Reasons Why Applying Early Action Is a Smart Move

October 3, 2023 | DECA is Excited to Welcome over 45 Exhibitors to The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

October 2, 2023 | Walhalla DECA Officers Show Their Commitment

October 2, 2023 | Tips for Finding Your College Fit

October 1, 2023 | October is National Principals Month

October 1, 2023 | Corporate Challenges: What They Entail and Why Members Should Participate

October 1, 2023 | Celebrating Spooky Season: DECA Style

October 1, 2023 | Canva Craftsmanship: Elevate Your DECA Designs

October 1, 2023 | Build your Brand at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip

October 1, 2023 | Aligning Fundraising with Your Community’s Events

September 29, 2023 | The Pumpkin DECA-rating Contest is Back for 2023

September 26, 2023 | Register Now for Round One of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

September 18, 2023 | Celebrate DECA SBE Week 2023

September 18, 2023 | Scholarship Applications 101

September 15, 2023 | Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events

September 14, 2023 | 2023-2024 District-Level Competitive Event Instructional Areas Announced

September 13, 2023 | Power Trip: Dance the Night Away During DECA After Dark with The Nightowls

September 11, 2023 | Get Recognized with a DECA Inc. Scholarship

September 5, 2023 | The Women’s World Cup: How Growth Stems from Consistency

September 1, 2023 | 3 Reasons to Attend One DECA Calls

September 1, 2023 | Free Classroom Materials for DECA Advisors and Educators

September 1, 2023 | Develop a Marketing Campaign for a Full Estate Sale with NAA

September 1, 2023 | Produce the Next Big Cause Marketing Campaign with the NPCF Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge

September 1, 2023 | Become an Advocate with the MDA Disability Is Diversity Challenge

September 1, 2023 | Create a PSA with DECA’s Ethical Leadership Challenge

September 1, 2023 | Create Your Own ‘DECA at the Bell’ Episode with BusinessU

September 1, 2023 | Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

September 1, 2023 | 5 Ways to a DECA Dream Team

September 1, 2023 | Navigating DECA’s Competitive Events Featured Resources

September 1, 2023 | The Importance of Culture

August 31, 2023 | Tell Us What’s Cool in the Fall 2023 Taking Stock with Teens Survey

August 30, 2023 | Watch Now: Membership Has Its Perks

August 29, 2023 | Key Steps to Winning in DECA

August 29, 2023 | Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game

August 25, 2023 | New SBE Instructional Units and Lesson Plans for Advisors

August 24, 2023 | The #DECAATTProject Provides Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

August 23, 2023 | Join the New DECA Advisor Monthly Chats

August 22, 2023 | Activate Your Chapter Early for Exclusive Benefits 

August 15, 2023 | Increase Sales and Cultivate Customers with a Successful Marketing Campaign

August 14, 2023 | Watch the #DECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

August 8, 2023 | Watch Now: DECA’s 2023-2024 Membership Video

August 7, 2023 | Experience the Difference with the 2023-2024 Chapter Campaigns

August 1, 2023 | Experience the Difference with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter

August 1, 2023 | A Glance Into Your 2023-2024 DECA Experience

August 1, 2023 | Starting The Year Off RIGHT: SBE Edition

August 1, 2023 | Kickstarting Success: Planning Your First Chapter Meeting

August 1, 2023 | Program of Leadership: How You Can Get Involved This Year

August 1, 2023 | 2023-2024 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

July 31, 2023 | Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

July 24, 2023 | Preparing for a Successful School Year

July 17, 2023 | 2023 Emerging Leaders Summit Recap

July 3, 2023 | Fundraising with Flair: 5 Ways to Fundraise for Your Chapter 

July 3, 2023 | A How-to for Membership Recruitment

July 3, 2023 | Backstage Pass to Glass

July 3, 2023 | The Priority of Preparation: Developing Your Program of Leadership

July 3, 2023 | A Chapter Presidents Roadmap to Success

June 21, 2023 | Summer of DECA Bingo

June 21, 2023 | Download the 2023-2024 DECA Guide

June 14, 2023 | Congratulations to the Members Earning DECA’s School-based Enterprise Individual Certification

June 5, 2023 | Incorporating Pride into Your Leadership Style

June 5, 2023 | 6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Jobs and Internships

June 5, 2023 | Building Tomorrow’s Leaders: A Look Into Incoming Member Recruitment

June 5, 2023 | Taylor Swift Would Love ELS

June 2, 2023 | 5 Ways to Elevate Your End-Of-Year Chapter Banquet

June 1, 2023 | Previous ICDC Competitive Event Winners

May 23, 2023 | 2023-2024 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

May 15, 2023 | The Value of Summer Employment

May 10, 2023 | Stacy Oakley: Ecosystem Builder in Action

May 9, 2023 | Get to Know Your DECA Executive Officers

May 5, 2023 | Download ICDC 2023 Certificates and Competitor Transcripts

May 2, 2023 | Your Guide to Understanding DECA ICDC’s Competitive Event Process and Transcripts

May 1, 2023 | Fidelity In 30: Picking A Stock

May 1, 2023 | DECA Announces Competitive Event Draft Topics for 2023-2024

May 2, 2023 |Announcing DECA’s 2023-2024 Conference Lineup 

April 26, 2023 | Your Post-ICDC Questions Answered

April 25, 2023 | Meet the 2023-2024 DECA Executive Officer Team

April 25, 2023 | DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference

April 25, 2023 | Congratulations to the 2023 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

April 25, 2023 | DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor

April 25, 2023 | DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service

April 25, 2023 | Army ROTC Awards Over $900,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members

April 24, 2023 | Congratulations to the DECA ICDC 2023 Competitive Event Finalists

April 24, 2023 | DECA Honors 2022-2023 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

April 24, 2023 | Your First Credit Card

April 22, 2023 | Congratulations to the 2022-2023 Top 10 MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations

April 22, 2023 | DECA Celebrates the 2022-2023 Top 10 Chapters in the World

April 22, 2023 | DECA Recognizes Lisa Delampan with Honorary Life Membership

April 21, 2023 | Watch the DECA ICDC 2023 Grand Opening Session 2023

April 22, 2023 | Meet DECA’s 2023-2024 Executive Officer Candidates

April 15, 2023 | Hospitality Is for Everyone

April 10, 2023 | Budgeting: Setting Yourself Up for Financial Success

April 6, 2023 | Success Books That Change You

April 5, 2023 | Looking Back on Your Legacy

April 4, 2023 | Congratulations to the 2023 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients

April 3, 2023 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2023 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

April 3, 2023 | Where to Start During Tax Season

April 1, 2023 | Pursue Your Profession

April 1, 2023 | Understanding Credit Cards

March 22, 2023 | Chapter Outreach: How North Dakota Connects Chapters

March 21, 2023 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2022-2023 Scholarship Recipients

March 14, 2023 | DECA’s 2023 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

March 13, 2023 |Announcing DECA’s 2023 Lead4Change Challenge Winners 

March 10, 2023 | Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2023 Disability is Diversity Challenge

March 9, 2023 | Stukent Social Media Challenge 2023 Winners Announced

March 9, 2023 | Congratulations to the Winners of the Unreal Campaign Challenge

March 7, 2023 | Congratulations to the 2023 FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

March 3, 2023 | DECA and NPCF Announce the 2023 Social Impact Leader of Tomorrow Challenge Winners

March 3, 2023 | Not Going to ICDC? No Problem!

March 2, 2023 | Utilizing Your Strengths and Your Weaknesses

March 1, 2023 | Congratulations to the 2023 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

March 1, 2023 | Advice from DECA Competitive Event Judges

February 28, 2023 | Congratulations to the Members Earning DECA’s School-based Enterprise Individual Certification

February 27, 2023 | Super Bowl Commercials: Spiraling Towards the End Zone or Spiraling Out of Control

February 23, 2023 | Taking Stock with Teens | Fall 2022 Insights

February 21, 2023 | Apply for the 2023 J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Travel Scholarships

February 21, 2023 | Apply Now for the 2023 DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grants

February 13, 2023 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2023 Certified School-based Enterprises

February 13, 2023 | Tell Us What’s Cool in the Spring 2023 Taking Stock with Teens Survey

February 13, 2023 | Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

February 13, 2023 | DECA Announces the 2022-2023 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

February 10, 2023 | The Magic of Next: 5-Word Motivation from Iconic Super Bowl Slogan

February 1, 2023 | The Essential Guide for Virtual Advocacy

February 1, 2023 | 10 Top Questions to Ask on Your College Tour

January 30, 2023 | Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award

January 30, 2023 | Test Your Skills with the Stukent Social Media Marketing Challenge

January 30, 2023 | Participate in a Non-Competitive Stock Market Game Session this Winter

January 30, 2023 | Social Media at DECA Conferences: Do’s and Don’t’s

January 30, 2023 | Make a Muscle with MDA this March

January 27, 2023 | Running for a Leadership Position

January 26, 2023 | Demonstrate Your Knowledge with the Unreal Campaign Video Challenge

January 20, 2023 | Celebrating CTE® Month from Home

January 19, 2023 | Standout Creatively in Prepared Events

January 17, 2023 | Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2022-2023 Winners

January 17, 2023 | Why Advocate for CTE and DECA?

January 16, 2023 | Interview with a CEO

January 11, 2023 | So, You’re Thinking of Running for Executive Office

January 9, 2023 | Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2023 ICDC Qualifiers

January 3, 2023 | Congratulations to the Members Earning DECA’s School-based Enterprise Individual Certification

January 3, 2023 | Congratulations to DECA’s 2022-2023 Chapter Campaign Winners

January 2, 2023 |New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org 

January 2, 2023 | Get Ready for Round Two of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

January 2, 2023 | Managing Your Time as a Busy Student

January 2, 2023 | Announcing DECA’s 2023-2024 Conference Lineup

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