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As an advisor, DECA provides you with a powerful array of chapter strategy tools and classroom resources that you can integrate into classroom instruction to apply learning, connect to business and promote competition — a key motivator for members. Use the resource center to identify activities from DECA’s Comprehensive Learning Program, and implement them as authentic learning experiences to help DECA members develop and apply skills outlined in your curriculum. In addition, advisor professional learning modules are available to assist you in your role as a chapter advisor.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing manager and the sales manager for Bounty Resort. The general manager (judge) wants you to create a plan to market the resort as a “buddymoon” destination.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing manager and the sales manager for Bounty Resort. The general manager (judge) wants you to create a plan to market the resort as a “buddymoon” destination.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing manager and the sales manager for Bounty Resort. The general manager (judge) wants you to create a plan to market the resort as a “buddymoon” destination.
You are to assume the role of the owner of Hotel Dahlia, a planned 150 room independent hotel that will begin construction soon. An investor (judge) wants you to identify services Hotel Dahlia should offer that will attract customers.
You are to assume the role of the owner of Hotel Dahlia, a planned 150 room independent hotel that will begin construction soon. An investor (judge) wants you to identify services Hotel Dahlia should offer that will attract customers.
You are to assume the role of the owner of Hotel Dahlia, a planned 150 room independent hotel that will begin construction soon. An investor (judge) wants you to identify services Hotel Dahlia should offer that will attract customers.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of Lilac Inn, an independent hotel property in a city of 30,000 people. The owner (judge) wants you to identify waste redirection opportunities that could lead to a better brand image.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of Lilac Inn, an independent hotel property in a city of 30,000 people. The owner (judge) wants you to identify waste redirection opportunities that could lead to a better brand image.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of Lilac Inn, an independent hotel property in a city of 30,000 people. The owner (judge) wants you to identify waste redirection opportunities that could lead to a better brand image.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Sunshine Industries, a large corporation with 25 offices in the United States and Canada. The director of recruitment (judge) wants your help in cutting costs on business travel within the employee recruitment department.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Sunshine Industries, a large corporation with 25 offices in the United States and Canada. The director of recruitment (judge) wants your help in cutting costs on business travel within the employee recruitment department.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Sunshine Industries, a large corporation with 25 offices in the United States and Canada. The director of recruitment (judge) wants your help in cutting costs on business travel within the employee recruitment department.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Riverside Pet Clinic, a veterinarian office with 55 employees. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to encourage all employees to participate in a hobby.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Riverside Pet Clinic, a veterinarian office with 55 employees. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to encourage all employees to participate in a hobby.
You are to assume the role of the human resources manager at Riverside Pet Clinic, a veterinarian office with 55 employees. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to encourage all employees to participate in a hobby.
You are to assume the role of the marketing communications consultant hired by Eastwest Burger, a chain of fast-food restaurants that sells burgers, fries and milkshakes. The vice president (judge) wants you to use social media to inform Eastwest Burger customers of exclusive menu items only on the mobile app.
You are to assume the role of the marketing communications consultant hired by Eastwest Burger, a chain of fast-food restaurants that sells burgers, fries and milkshakes. The vice president (judge) wants you to use social media to inform Eastwest Burger customers of exclusive menu items only on the mobile app.
You are to assume the role of the marketing communications consultant hired by Eastwest Burger, a chain of fast-food restaurants that sells burgers, fries and milkshakes. The vice president (judge) wants you to use social media to inform Eastwest Burger customers of exclusive menu items only on the mobile app.
You are to assume the role of a marketing specialist for Genuine Skincare, a company that sells luxury skincare products. The vice president (judge) wants you to create a promotional plan that will remind customers of a signature product’s status and maintain customer relationships with the brand.
You are to assume the role of a marketing specialist for Genuine Skincare, a company that sells luxury skincare products. The vice president (judge) wants you to create a promotional plan that will remind customers of a signature product’s status and maintain customer relationships with the brand.
You are to assume the role of a marketing specialist for Genuine Skincare, a company that sells luxury skincare products. The vice president (judge) wants you to create a promotional plan that will remind customers of a signature product’s status and maintain customer relationships with the brand.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing specialist and the sales manager for Tap Art Studio, a business that specializes in various art classes for the community. The owner (judge) wants you to develop a promotional plan for a new art class.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing specialist and the sales manager for Tap Art Studio, a business that specializes in various art classes for the community. The owner (judge) wants you to develop a promotional plan for a new art class.
You are to assume the roles of the marketing specialist and the sales manager for Tap Art Studio, a business that specializes in various art classes for the community. The owner (judge) wants you to develop a promotional plan for a new art class.
You are to assume the role of a financial advisor. A client (judge) wants to learn more about personal savings.
You are to assume the role of a financial advisor. A client (judge) wants to learn more about personal savings.
You are to assume the role of a financial advisor. A client (judge) wants to learn more about personal savings.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's successes from your association's career development conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's successes from your association's career development conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's successes from your association's career development conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's involvement in a DECA educational conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's involvement in a DECA educational conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's involvement in a DECA educational conference.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's participation in Career and Technical Education Month®.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's participation in Career and Technical Education Month®.
Download a press release template to share your chapter's participation in Career and Technical Education Month®.
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