DECA Connect Competitors

With over a 75-year history, DECA has impacted the lives of more than 10 million students, educators, school administrators and business professionals since it was founded in 1946. Their strong connection with our organization has resonated into a brand that people identify as a remarkable experience in the preparation of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. DECA’s programs and activities have constantly evolved as we use the latest technology and apply cutting edge educational research. Our core focus has remained consistent and is captured in our mission. DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. DECA is organized into two unique student divisions each with programs designed to address the learning styles, interest and focus of its members. The High School Division includes more than 294,000 members in 4,250 schools. The Collegiate Division includes over 5,400 members in over 200 colleges and universities. DECA Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit student organization with nearly 300,000 members in all 50 United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and Germany. The United States Congress, the United States Department of Education and state, district and international departments of education authorize DECA’s programs.

Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) is the premier business career student organization in the world. Each year, FBLA helps over 250,000 student members prepare for careers in business and business-related fields. FBLA’s programs focus on: • Leadership Development — members develop essential skills by serving as officers at the local, state, and national levels; networking with accomplished business professionals; and participating in business-focused workshops and seminars. • Academic Competitions — members demonstrate their business expertise at high-profile regional, state, and national events. The top students are recognized with trophies and cash awards. • Educational Programs — members create career portfolios, enhance their knowledge with world-recognized skills certifications, and have access to select college scholarships. • Membership Benefits — members receive exclusive discounts and enhanced benefits for travel, education, and more. • Community Service — members work with the March of Dimes to help end premature births by participating in awareness campaigns and the March for Babies fundraiser. • Awards & Recognition — members build a portfolio of accomplishments with a wide range of awards programs. FBLA has four membership divisions: • FBLA High School for high school students, with over 214,000 members and over 5,250 chapters • FBLA Middle School for junior high and middle school students, with over 21,500 members and over 700 chapters • FBLA Collegiate for college students, with over 11,000 members and over 500 chapters • FBLA Network for FBLA-PBL alumni, business professionals, educators, and parents who support the goals of the association, with over 3,500 members

Business Professionals of America | 5,751 followers on LinkedIn. Giving Purpose to Potential | With over 45,000 members in chapters located throughout 25 states and Puerto Rico, Business Professionals of America (BPA) is dedicated developing and empowering student leaders to discover their passion and change the world by creating unmatched opportunities in learning, professional growth and service. Serving the Middle, Secondary and Post-secondary levels, BPA’s programs span five career pathways: Finance, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Digital Communication & Design and Management, Marketing & Communication. Business Professionals of America has the ability to enhance student participation in professional, civic, service and social endeavors.