COMPETITIVE EVENTS Check out the changes for 2015-2016. PAGE 2
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION
Learn how your ICDC competitors may be eligible for certification.
BE EPIC
Start planning for the upcoming epic year. PAGE 3
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THE “I AM DECA” YEAR
With record membership nearing 212,000 and record attendance of 18,300 at the DECA International Career Development Conference, this was the year to proclaim, “I am DECA!” DECA thanks our dedicated advisors for their enthusiasm and contributions toward building a strong organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. There are some fantastic opportunities this summer to reflect on a banner year while jump-starting what’s sure to be an epic adventure. ›› SHARE YOUR SUCCESS DECA has had an amazing “I am DECA” year, and there’s no doubt your chapter has too. Host an appreciation event for your chapter’s officers and supporters. Highlight all of your chapter’s successes. ›› ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS AS AN ADVISOR DECA AMPED June 29-July 2, 2015 | Charlotte, N.C. This conference is designed specifically with the DECA advisor in mind. DECA AMPED will feature a variety of learning formats including motivating keynote speakers, hands-on learning labs, express learning and deep dive sessions. ›› ELEVATE YOUR CHAPTER RETREAT DECA Emerging Leader Summit July 12-14, 2015 | McLean, Va. This conference is designed to equip DECA’s student leaders to serve in their roles at the chapter and association levels. During the Elevate track, DECA members will learn the ins and outs of being an effective and successful chapter officer, while the Empower track will enhance and improve the skills needed to be an epic association officer. ›› DO SOME EPIC PLANNING The EPIC feature in Insight gives you a preview of next year’s programs, including campaigns, conferences and competitive events. Make sure the dates are on your school’s calendar!
GET MORE WITH DECA DIRECT ONLINE EXPERIENCE #DECAICDC 2015 Stay up-to-date on everything happening in Orlando! http://bit.ly/decaicdc2015 MARK YOUR 2015-2016 CALENDAR Start planning your EPIC year with the calendar of important dates and deadlines. http://bit.ly/deca20152016 GET A GLIMPSE OF WHO’S PRESENTING AT DECA AMPED Check out some innovative sessions you can experience at DECA AMPED this summer! http://bit.ly/decaamped CONGRATS TO DECA ADVISOR SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Advisor scholarships help fund professional development opportunities. http://bit.ly/scholar_advisor BUSINESS BOOT CAMP: HOW TO TRAIN WINNING COMPETITORS Find out how to host a summer boot camp to raise money and recruit members. http://bit.ly/mvdecacamp THE #SUMMEROFDECA READING LIST These books will keep your members in the DECA mindset during their summer vacation. http://bit.ly/decareadinglist
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