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DECA

Distribution Education Clubs of America; an organization established in 1946 to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.

Core Values

Competence, Integrity, Teamwork, and Innovation that guide DECA members' actions.

Membership Count 2024-2025

Texas DECA had 25,784 members in the 2024-25 academic year.

DECA's Theme for the Year

Go The Extra.

Presidents of Texas DECA

Leader: Laika Patel; Vice Presidents represent various schools including Hayden Lee and others.

Main Clusters in DECA

Business Management and Administration, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism, Marketing, and Personal Finance Literacy.

What is the DECA Moto?

We prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for college and careers.

Executive Officers of DECA

Includes President Alsher L, Vice Presidents from various regions like Cullen W (Central), Praveena M (Western), Hannah M (North Atlantic), and Mason ST J (Southern).

Texas DECA Mission Statement

Texas DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high school and college around the globe.

Largest DECA Association

Texas DECA is the largest DECA association in the world with 337 chapters.

What is the DECA Comprehensive Learning Program?

It consists of integrating classroom instruction, applying learning, connecting to business, and promoting competition.

How many national campaigns does DECA have?

Five national campaigns, including Membership, Promotional, Community Service, Innovation + Entrepreneurship, and Advocacy.

What does DECA prepare its members for?

Careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.

What were reported gains in problem-solving skills?

98% of members reported gaining problem-solving skills through DECA activities.

2024-2025 Membership Count

Counted 225,000 members.

Corporate Challenges

16 challenges including Chapter Climb, DECA at the Bell, and Next Gen Innovators.

Main Goals for Chapter Officers

To empower through experience and provide effective leadership via goal setting and implementation.

Slogan for Texas DECA

Are you ready to be the ONE?

What does Texas DECA's team structure consist of?

A core group of DECA members that provide leadership and support to the chapter’s mission and goals.

Texas DECA Executive Staff Member - Communications Manager

Nicole W, with 15 years in DECA and 6 staff years.

DECA's Impact on Members' College and Career Plans

73% of members reported DECA influenced their career plans.