WHEN
April 27-30, 2019
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WHERE
Orlando, FL
Competitive Events
More than 10,000 DECA members demonstrate their college and career knowledge and skills by participating in DECA’s Competitive Events Program. They are finalists from their chartered associations hoping to be named an international champion.
Emerging Leader Series
Thousands of members participate in DECA’s Emerging Leader Series to attain 21st Century Skills in the areas of collaboration, communication, critical thinking and creativity.
College + Career Exhibits
Searching for the perfect institution to start your post-secondary studies? Want to discuss career opportunities? Looking to expand the product line for your school-based enterprise? More than 100 exhibits will be waiting!
And much more!
From the School-based Enterprise Academy to Executive Officer Campaigns to Advisor Professional Learning, DECA’s ICDC brings together the best of the best to culminate a successful DECA academic year.
CLASSROOM CONNECTION
DECA’s International Career Development Conference supports education initiatives such as:
- Career Clusters
- National Curriculum Standards
- 21st Century Skills
- Common Core State Standards
- Project-based Learning
- Personal Financial Literacy
The National Association of Secondary School Principals has placed this program on the NASSP National Advisory List of Contests and Activities for 2018-2019.
REGISTRATION
Local chapter advisors register for the conference and make hotel arrangements through the chartered association (state/provincial) advisor.
Conference Venue:
Orange County Convention Center
West Building
9800 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
www.occc.net
(407) 685-9800
GET TO ORLANDO
With over 100+ attractions across the city and seven of the world’s top theme parks, Orlando is unlike any other destination full of unforgettable experiences waiting for you to explore. After your DECA activities have wrapped for the day, escape to a world of imagination and fantasy that will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.
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GET INVOLVED
Exhibit
Make one-on-one connections with more than 18,000 DECA members and advisors in one location.
Advertise
Put your message in the hands of all the conference attendees by advertising in the conference program.
Sponsor
There are plenty of opportunities to sponsor meal functions, participant materials, general sessions and more.
Judge
Spend time inspiring emerging leaders and entrepreneurs by serving as a competitive events judge.
WATCH THE GENERAL SESSIONS
FUTURE DATES OF DECA ICDC
- April 29-May 2, 2020 | Nashville, Tennessee
- April 24-27, 2021 | Anaheim, California
- April 23-26, 2022 | Atlanta, Georgia
- April 22-25, 2023 | Orlando, Florida