Conferences

Compete to win.

DECA offers several conferences, ranging from advisor training, leadership development conferences, and competitive event conferences. Please see below for more information on the various conferences that California DECA and DECA, Inc. have to offer.

Emerging Leader Summit (ELS)
July 7-9, 2023 | Tyson, VA

DECA leaders will engage in an array of educational programs to empower them to lead in the upcoming year. There are plenty of opportunities to collaborate, network, achieve, excel, and grow.

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Advisor Conference
September 15-16, 2023 | Santa Clara, CA

A conference focused on bringing California DECA advisors together for 2 days of motivation and empowerment. All California DECA teachers are invited to attend this annual event.

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DECA Inc. Conferences
Various Dates & Locations

DECA conferences are targeted, highly-focused learning experiences for students and advisors that support National Curriculum Standards and the development of 21st Century Skills. DECA conferences bring our members into the larger DECA community while providing unique opportunities to extend classroom learning. Each of DECA’s conferences connects with corporate professionals to engage students in learning industry-related trends and content.

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Ultimate Power Trip
November 17-19, 2023 | Austin, TX

Embark on a quest that will awaken your thirst for knowledge, and put yourself in control as you customize your own itinerary of vibrant programming. DECA has the ultimate power trip waiting for you with dynamic general sessions, a day of learning, and leadership labs full of powerful presentations by professionals and all the favorites of a leadership conference.

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District Career Development Conferences
January 5-7, 2024 | Silicon Valley CDC
January 5-7, 2024 | SoCal CDC
January 12-14, 2024 | NorCal CDC

These conferences provide a venue for DECA’s Competitive Events Program as well as additional career and leadership development programs.

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State Career Development Conference (SCDC)
March 7-10, 2024 | Anaheim, CA

The State Career Development Conference (SCDC) is the biggest and most exciting California DECA event of the year. Members from across California gather each year for competitions, workshops, state officer campaigns, networking, and countless other opportunities. The best competitors at SCDC qualify to attend ICDC.

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International Career Development Conference (ICDC)
April 27-30, 2024 | Anaheim, CA

At the International Career Development Conference (ICDC), over 22,000 high school students, advisors, businesspeople, and alumni gather for several days of DECA excitement. Most participants at ICDC compete in one of DECA’s competitive events vying to be the best in the world. In addition to competitive events, many students and advisors participate in a variety of leadership and career-advancing academies.

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