Nevada DECA, are you ready to be #INFINITE at your 2018 State Career Development Conference?Team 57 has been hard at work in preparation for this #LIMITLESS conference. Read more to find out what’s in store for you and your chapter to enjoy at this year’s SCDC!DECAFit For the first time in Nevada DECA history, your state officers will be hosting DECAFit. Monday morning, a Zumba session and yoga class will be offered for all Nevada DECA members to participate in.   Read More...

One thing that has been a consistent strength of Nevada DECA is our ability to improve and expand our success in innovative ways, year after year. From our growth in membership to nearly 2,000 professional and student members, to the introduction of several new state programs over the past three competitive seasons alone, our association has a history of positive, upward trends.But that growth comes down to the determination of members like YOU to always be doing more and getting better. Whether...  Read More...

Missed out on the 2017 Advisor CTSO Conference in September? Don’t stress it, here is a quick recap on the information covered by Nevada DECA!On September 10, 2017, advisors and members of Nevada CTSOs joined together at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino to grow connections and prepare to lead their chapters successfully. Nevada DECA State Officers gave a quick preview of what to expect during this year of limitless opportunities:The 2017-2018 theme for Nevada DECA is INFINITE!   Read More...

DECA’s 2017 Western Region Leadership Conference (WRLC) is almost here! Is your chapter ready for this #INFINITE conference? Here are reasons why this will be the best conference you will experience, ever!Travel To An Exhilarating CityThis year, WRLC will be in the beautiful city of Phoenix, Arizona!   Read More...

Are you a first-time DECA competitor, a returning veteran, or a graduating senior looking to bring their leadership skills to the real world?What unites us all in DECA is not the endless role-play practice or exam preparation, but the fact that we are all emerging leaders.Your Nevada DECA Vice President of Leadership, Morgan Heath-Powers, and State President, Aria Khiabani, are all about the big picture in DECA and are most passionate about the leadership aspects of competition. They are so exci...  Read More...

Nevada DECA is excited to announce that we will be continuing the Chapter Leadership Council Calls this year!We will have 5 CLC calls this year, each focusing on a specific area of our Program of Leadership. Each Vice President will lead the call that corresponds to their area of expertise.Following each call, there will be a monthly report for attendees to fill out on behalf of their chapter. These reports will ask the officers for updates on their chapters, information on how they used the cal...  Read More...

Well Nevada DECA, it’s that time of year when you and your fellow members can start tackling our great state’s chapter campaigns!Below, you’ll see a detailed flyer illustrating our two campaigns, which recognize your efforts to Expand Your Membership and participate in your state officer team’s Chapter Leadership Council. The tree levels of achievement progress from Constellation, Galaxy, and finally, the Universe level; each bringing with it some incentives you...  Read More...

The 2017 Emerging Leader Summit in Tysons Corner, VA brought in more than 100 emerging leaders from all over the country to learn how to EMPOWER or ELEVATE their associations and chapters. Learn more about the conference through your Nevada State Officer’s thoughts on the conference.Aria Khiabani, President"ELS provided me with tools that could never have been taught to me in any classroom. I learned how to advocate effectively for my peers in the school system and across the nation.   Read More...

Six Nevada DECA Members shared their thoughts and opinions at the ShopTalk nextgen retail eCommerce event in Las Vegas, speaking on topics such as what brands they use, how they spend their time and money, and more.Basic High School DECA members Danny Vella, Brittney Pauli, CJ Dornak, Cassidy Willeford, Kobe Hopkins, and Katelyn Donaker attended the event in March. While there, they sat in on interviews with the CEOs of Target and Walmart, and other presentations before going on stage for the Ge...  Read More...

Heads up Nevada DECA, you must know the essentials to professional dress before heading to the 2017 State Career Development Conference. Want to #OWNIT during your time at state? Follow these simple dress guidelines in order to make an impact!FemalesBlazer with dress skirt or dress slacks and a dress blouse or official blazer with a dress; dress shoes.MalesBlazer with dress slacks, collared dress shirt and necktie; dress shoes and dress socks.Go above and beyond with these simple tips! ...  Read More...

Clark DECA, over the last several months, has worked hard to participate in school-wide events, DECA events, and start the preparation for SCDC this upcoming February. Clark DECA has made it its priority to have a greater outreach in both our school community as well as other fellow DECA chapters around the city.Clark DECA began their general meetings on September 6th and has since hosted consistent biweekly meetings. Throughout these meetings, Clark has been preparing members for SCDC through p...  Read More...

At the Western Region Leadership Conference in Seattle, Washington, member from Nevada DECA had the oppurtunity to learn, grow, and connect alongside the other Western Region membersHere are the top moments!1. Nevada DECA members met during the state meeting and participated in a fun icebreaker, ready to start their conference experience!2. With awesome custom designed hats and light up spirit items, members showed their enthusiasm during the opening session.3.   Read More...

You have voted! You have chosen! Nevada DECA, we are so excited to announce the charity our community service campaign will be raising money for!Drum roll...And the 2016-2017 charity of your choice is: Safe Nest!During the Fall Leadership Retreat, where both advisors and members attended from chapters all over Nevada, members casted their votes on the charity they wanted to represent this year.As a state, our community service campaign will be focusing on raising our goal of $3,000 for this impo...  Read More...

I fell in love with DECA at my first chapter meeting, and again at my first state conference, and again at my first ICDC… and again, and again, and, uh…I really like DECA.When school started, it marked my final year as a high school DECA member (tear), so I’ve made a promise to myself to make the absolute most out of this one last year. You could even say I’ve FALLen for DECA. Are you, too?   Read More...

It’s campaign season! No, not those campaigns—the DECA Chapter Campaigns!These are an awesome way for your chapter to be a part of your community and a fantastic way to garner the recognition from DECA Inc. that it deserves.There are five campaigns.   Read More...

Every year, Nevada DECA introduces something new and different to the table! This year, chapter leaders are getting ready to #OWNIT by attending the Nevada DECA Chapter Leadership Council!Focusing on creating a greater connection between the state and chapter officers, this online call will be held on a monthly basis. Our state officer team will address topics ranging from membership to outreach to competition, offering exclusive information and allowing time for questions and constructive discu...  Read More...

This #summerofDECA, Nevada took on San Francisco to participate in the DECA Emerging Leader Summit! In the course of three days, chapter and association officers tested their knowledge on dining etiquette, leadership skills, and tips to make their respective DECA locations thrive! Joining the Nevada DECA state officers were Legacy High School members who took on #DECAELS in the Aspire leadership academy!Officers were able to witness the first event the national officers had to host, bringing a v...  Read More...

1. How many years of schooling did it take in order to become a General Dentist?In order for me to become a General Dentist, it took me 4 years of undergraduate studies and then another 4 years in Dental graduate school. So in total, it took me 8 years of schooling after high school.2.   Read More...

1. Could you describe your typical workday as a previous Criminal Defense Attorney?I have court starting around 7:30-8am. I go to Clark County Justice Court for status checks for my clients.   Read More...

As young, eager business leaders, us members of Nevada DECA are constantly seeking new opportunities to grow. Whether it be through a job, internship or volunteer experience, this often requires us to be prepared to put our best foot forward. These places want to get to know who they’ll be working with, what they’ve previously done, and what they’re interested.   Read More...

1.Could you describe your typical workday as a Fire Investigator?A typical day for a Fire Investigator includes working a 24 hours shift at the fire station, Station 19. We sleep at the fire station and respond to fire calls as necessary. While on the fire scene, we typically interview witnesses, analyze fire patterns to determine where the fire started, collect evidence as needed, and make arrests for Arson if necessary.   Read More...

As the new year is approaching, so is our State Career and Development Conference! At state, one of the major events that take place is the election for new State Officers. Throughout the year, members gain the interest of becoming an association officer, and let us tell you, it’s definitely an experience to remember!   Read More...

“Roleplay.” “Performance Indicators.” What do these words mean for you? For some, we sit up straight and smile, filled with confidence at the thought. But for most, these words bring feelings of dread and fear.   Read More...