Beyond the Blazer highlights the leaders behind the DECA Blazer. Through interviews with DECA members across the US and beyond, this initiative showcases individual strengths, leadership journeys, and competitive success stories. By spotlighting the people who fuel DECA, we inspire confidence, connection, and a deeper sense of community within our association.

Boardroom Bound bridges the gap between the classroom and the corporate world. This initiative connects DECA members with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and  professionals through networking events, job shadowing opportunities, and mentorship experiences. By bringing real-world insight directly to students, we prepare members to lead beyond competition and into their future careers.

GET THAT GLASS equips members with the tools to succeed in competition and beyond. Through workshops, mock role-plays, judge insights, preparation guides, and peer mentorship, this initiative breaks down what it takes to excel at districts, states, and ICDC. Our goal is simple: turn preparation into confidence and confidence into medals.

DECA After Dark explores what comes after the conference lights dim. This initiative highlights the diverse career paths DECA scholars pursue — from entrepreneurship and marketing to finance, law, healthcare, and beyond. By featuring alumni spotlights, career panels, and industry breakdowns, members gain clarity on how their DECA experience translates into real-world success.