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California DECA Wants You To Get An Internship

If you need help pinning down that internship offer, California DECA has tips and tricks to help you get there. Learn how to find and research high school internship programs and ace the interview! Visit Resources >> Document Library >> Career Development or here to learn more.

CA DECA Wants You To Improve Your Resume

Improve your resume with these tips and tricks from California DECA! Learn what it takes to make your experience shine! Visit Resources >> Document Library >> Career Development or here to learn more.

Finding Your Inner Leader

Everyone knows that DECA is a business organization. From the various competitive conferences, it’s clear that students are equipped with real-world skills and trained for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. But did you know that DECA also strongly emphasizes leadership development? That’s right! A key component in DECA’s mission statement is to “prepare […]

District CDCs in 1, 2, 3!

As 2017 begins, it’s not only the start of a new year… it’s also the start of the DECA competitive season! Our District Career Development Conferences are looming right around the corner, and we are excited for you all to attend! These conferences will be held in their respective districts: Silicon Valley – January 5-7, […]

Tips for Time Management

When we first entered state office, the first thing our coach said was: “three things come before DECA: faith, family, and school. Keep this in mind as you continue through your DECA and high school journey.” With that in mind, here are seven tips to help you balance DECA and school: Be wise about choosing […]

The Art of Networking

In our last blog post about DECA ELS, one of the highlights of our conference experience was the chance for us to expand our network. Through networking, we were able to develop friendships with members and association officers throughout the world, hear their DECA stories, and even form ship names with several associations: #Calitario and […]

A Look Back on SV LACE

Almost 500 California DECA members attended the 10th Annual California Leadership and Competitive Excellence Conference (LACE) this past month in San Jose. Originally a Silicon Valley-exclusive event, the conference expanded to NorCal and SoCal DECA chapters for the first time this year. The conference began with the Opening Ceremony as members were welcomed by the SVDAT officers. The keynote […]

A Look Back on NorCal LDC

On Saturday, October 29th, Northern California DECA hosted its annual District Leadership Development Conference (LDC). Unlike last year, this year’s conference was a single day event held at the University of California, Berkeley where State President, Moksh Jawa, Vice President of Communications, Lenexa Gonsalves, and Vice President of Northern California, Yash Desai, led activities and […]

A Look Back on SoCal LDC

When several buses packed with enthusiastic DECA members from across Southern California arrived at the UC, Irvine Athletic Recreation Center, many college students seemed perplexed. This was the scene of the Southern California Leadership Development Conference (LDC) which took place at UC, Irvine last month. Students moved inside where they spent several hours in intensive […]

Professional Learning Series Webinars

For those that we’re able to join us, we’ve posted the webinar series on YouTube! Each of these topics are a chance for advisors of any level to better integrate DECA into their class room and further develop their chapter. These brief 15-30 minute sessions will highlight the specific topics needed to expand one’s DECA knowledge.

Fall Leadership Conferences Announcement

We’re excited to announce that the 2016 California DECA Fall Conferences will be open to all registered CA DECA chapters, regardless of the chapters district designation!

DECA Amped Advisor Grant Application Now Available

Calling all California DECA Advisors: You’re invited to attend DECA AMPED, a re-imagined professional learning experience designed for both new and seasoned business, marketing, finance, hospitality, and entrepreneurship teachers! Join DECA advisors from across the country in Denver, Colorado on June 21-24 to learn from DECA staff, advisors, alumni, and business and industry experts, on […]

Running for California DECA State Office

Interested in making your high school experience one you’ll never forget? Running for state office is the way to go! As a State Officer, you will gain valuable skills, meet intellectual peers and experience once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Let’s break down the “what”, “why” and “how” of running for state office!

Getting Ready for Competitive Events at District CDC

California DECA’s 2014 District Career Development Conferences are approaching fast! As we enter the height of competition, now is the time to make sure you are primed to do your best and make it onstage! Here are five key tips to assist you as you make your final preparations: Practice. Before the conference, practice over […]

DECA Month

California DECA, are you ready for November? What’s November, you ask? November is DECA month! This month is THE time to increase awareness of DECA throughout your school and community by participating in various activities. November is also an important month to complete chapter campaigns. For activity ideas to implement for DECA month you can […]

Northern California Leadership Development Conference Recap

The San Ramon Marriott is like a home away from home for many DECA members in Northern California. This venue has been used for several DECA events throughout the year, including Northern California’s LDC and CDC! On Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12, this hotel was the place to be as the Northern California […]

California DECA Thrives at ICDC

California DECA was the host state of the 67th International Career Development Conference (ICDC).

Advocacy Campaign Month – Community Outreach Ideas

Although most chapter campaigns have come to an end, we still have the Advocacy Campaign, which comes to an end on March 1st! Part of the Advocacy Campaign is to complete three community outreach events. Community outreach events for the campaign can vary widely. Here are a few possible events that your chapter can hold: […]

California DECA Participates in the 2011 DECA International Career Development Conference

ORLANDO, FLORIDA – 297 members of California DECA gathered at the 2011 DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) April 30 – May 2, 2011, for the highlight of the DECA year. Most were students there to compete in competitive events or participate in leadership academies along with approximately 14,000 other DECA members, business and industry […]

California DECA's Fundraising Success

This year, California DECA’s partner organization is American Cancer Society. So far this year, California DECA has raised over sixteen hundred dollars for ACS, which is a tremendous accomplishment! The State Officer Team is extremely proud of this effort made by our organization. This number will also continue to grow thanks to the DECA Triathlon, which will take place during our State Career Development […]

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