WHEN
July 7-9, 2018
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WHERE
Chicago, Illinois
Swissotel Chicago
Elevate Track
Designed for upcoming chapter leaders – whether they are a chapter president, committee member, project manager or someone who just wants to go above-and-beyond.
Empower Track
Designed for association leaders, the Empower program will challenge association teams to work together in a facilitated classroom environment with team assignments, discussions and presentations.
Leadership Development
Prepare for your role as a leader through activities that teach professionalism, public speaking, collaboration, etiquette and so much more!
Networking
Build your network for the upcoming year by connecting with members from all across DECA’s membership, including your Executive Officer Team.
CLASSROOM CONNECTION
This conference will reinforce 21st Century Skills. Through participating in interactive sessions, DECA members will be able to:
CREATIVITY + INNOVATIONS
- Use a wide range of idea creation techniques
- Create new and worthwhile ideas
CRITICAL THINKING + PROBLEM SOLVING
- Interpret information and draw conclusions based on the best analysis
COMMUNICATON + COLLABORATION
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams
LEADERSHIP + RESPONSIBILITY
- Use interpersonal and problem-solving skills to influence and guide others toward a goal
- Demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior in using influence and power
- Act responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind
REGISTRATION
Registration is a two step process. You first register participants for the conference through our online registration system. After you’ve completed online registration, you can then make your housing reservations using the hotel’s DECA rooming list form. For complete registration instructions, please refer to the conference registration packet.
DEADLINE: June 1, 2018
Conference Venue:
Swissotel Chicago
323 E Upper Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
GET TO CHICAGO
Welcome to Chicago, the city that feels like home. Here we have a little something for everyone. You can visit world-class museums, dine at one of our many Michelin-star restaurants or catch a show in one of over 200 theaters. No matter what you love to do, you’ll feel right at home doing it here.
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FUTURE DATES OF DECA EMERGING LEADER SERIES
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