State Officer How To
Running for the Virginia State Action Team can be one of the most exhausting, nerve wracking process. In the end it is also the most rewarding experience a VA DECA member can have. This page is designed to walk potential state officers through the steps it takes to become a VA DECA State Officer.The Basics
There are ten positions on the VA DECA State Action Team. These positions include President, Executive Vice-President, Secretary, Historian, Reporter and five Regional Vice-Presidents.
Candidates are required to complete an application, take an online test, interview with two committees, campaign and give a speech in front of the VA DECA voting delegates.
It is never too early to start planning to become a state officer. The first deadline for applicants is at the end of January. From there the process moves very quickly.
Are You State Officer Material?
VA DECA is looking for individuals who enjoy public speaking, working as a team, have a passion for DECA and who have the time to devote to our large organization.
Remember to include all pieces of the application:
A signed copy of the guidelines signature pages
A typed copy of your application
An official copy of your most recent transcript (from the end of your last school year).
A typed response to the following essay topic. The essay should be 250 words or less.
Essay Topic: Describe the importance of teamwork and how this applies to DECA. Please use specific example.
3x 5 Headshot photo
Virginia DECA State Officer Candidate Advisor Statement of Responsibility form with proper signatures.
Your campaign is more then just your slogan. Your campaign encompasses who you are and what you want to to do for VA DECA. Guidelines are provided below:
Limited campaigning will take place in the exhibit hall Friday evening and Saturday morning. Candidates are limited to:
· 1 standard sized poster board or display board.
· 1 piece of literature
· 1 campaign manager and one helper
· Candy to give out
· Candidates are required to be in the official DECA Blazer.
· Campaign Managers or Assistants must be in professional dress (suit required)
The following are prohibited at any time:
· Costumes including t-shirts
· Toys, Buttons, Stickers, Drinks, Food: any give away other then candy
· Music
· Videos
· Loud behavior or chanting in the exhibit hall
Receptions or social activities sponsored by an officer candidate for conference participants are prohibited.
To ensure a fair election and equal opportunity to all, districts and chapters should not organize any pre-conference meeting, activity, or trade-off.
