Kristyn Lloyd & Peyton Hudson DECA Kristyn Lloyd & Peyton Hudson

History of DECA DECA- Distributive Education Clubs of America Founded in 1946 Began as a “Marketing Club” that grew rapidly Headquarters in Washington DC Mission Statement: DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Involvement Non-profit and International organization Over 215,000 members in the USA, Canada, China, Germany, Guam, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Spain Conferences: Compete High School and Collegiate Levels judged by industry professionals Scholarships available Hands on learning- school enterprises

Competitive Events BUSINESS MANAGEMENT + ADMINISTRATION Business Law and Ethics Team Decision Making FINANCE Accounting Applications Series PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY Financial Literacy Promotion Project ENTREPRENEURSHIP International Business Plan HOSPITALITY + TOURISM Hospitality and Tourism Operations Research MARKETING Apparel and Accessories Marketing Series Automotive Services Marketing Series Buying and Merchandising Operations Research Sports and Entertainment Marketing Team Decision Making

Competitive Events Cont. 1-3 People in a group 10-30 of preparation time 10-15 minutes of interview Case study, role play, or present plan 5-30 pages allowed

Conferences LEADERSHIP CONFERENCES CAREER PATHWAYS CONFERENCES CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCES