Support VA DECA
Alumni, Corporate, Friends of DECA
Without the support of our schools, parents, business partners and alumni our organization would not thrive.
Financial Support
Scholarships
Scholarships are provided by the Virginia DECA Foundation. VA DECA members interested in careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, management or Marketing Education may apply for a $1000 scholarship. If you would like to help fund these scholarships please visit the VA DECA Foundation website.
Event Judges Needed
The State Leadership Conference is held annually in Virginia Beach. Plan to be part of the excitement as the best Virginia DECA competitors are named. This year students will travel to Anaheim, CA for the International Career Development Conference.
Help Your Local Chapter
Chapters across the state are always looking for support from the community to assist as:
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District Leadership Conference Judges
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Guest Speakers
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Advisory Board Members
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Mentors
If you are interested in assisting in a local chapter please contact Donna Dail, Chartered Association Advisor, for more information on local opportunities.
Contact Donna Dail: dail.vadeca@gmail.com
Collegiate Staff
Individuals that meet the following criteria will be considered:
1) Currently enrolled in a college, university, or technical school.
2) Are confirmed eligible by your former high school DECA advisor.
3) Are available for orientation on Friday at 1PM.
4) Can commit to the entire weekend of SLC.
Those selected will receive housing with one other staff member. This is a large conference with a lot to do. Your meals will be provided for you as well as a conference shirt. There is very little down time during the course of the conference.
Corporate Partnerships
Assist Virginia DECA members in many ways. Funding provided by businesses in Virginia assist with:
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State Leadership Conference Competitive Events Costs
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Providing resources and conference materials
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Sponsor student membership scholarships
Become a conference sponsor today!
Contact Tony Dillow
Exhibitor
The State Leadership Conference is held annually in Virginia Beach. If your company or educational institution would like to connect with approx 4000 of the best high school students Virginia has to offer, this conference is where you should be!
Take Part in Our Competitions
Be in on the action during our Leadership Conferences!