DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.
DECA's Guiding Principles
As DECA members we are:
Academically Prepared
DECA members are ambitious, high-achieving leaders equipped to conquer the challenges of their aspirations.
Fulfill academic requirements
- Seek opportunities to grow academically
- Enhance professional development opportunities
Community Oriented
Recognizing the benefit of service and responsibility to the community, DECA members continually impact and improve their local and broader communities.
Arlington Chamber of Commerce events
- Town of Arlington events
- Arlington High School events
- Angel Tree
- Other community service events
Professionally Responsible
DECA members are poised professionals with ethics, integrity and high standards.
Fulfill Officer commitments
- Fulfill Member responsibilities
- Lead by example, be a mentor to DECA members
Experienced Leaders
DECA members are empowered through experience to provide effective leadership through goal setting, consensus building and project implementation.
- Continually develop and practice Leadership skills
- Attend Leadership Development Conferences/Events