WHEN
November 19-21, 2021
WHERE
Boston, MA
Westin Boston Seaport District
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Learning Labs
Learning labs will focus on one powerful component each hour. From college to career to chapter to compete to connect, these learning labs will engage DECA members.
Competitive Excellence
Be the ultimate competitor in a DECA role-play. Members must pre-register for this activity. Top performers will be recognized during Sunday’s Closing Session.
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?
Networking
No power trip would be complete without the opportunity to meet new people! Join us Saturday evening for a “DECA After Dark” event.
CLASSROOM CONNECTION
This conference will reinforce 21st Century Skills. Through participating in interactive sessions, DECA members will be able to:
FINANCIAL, ECONOMIC, BUSINESS + ENTREPRENEURIAL LITERACY
- Make appropriate personal economic choices
- Understand the role of the economy in society
- Use entrepreneurial skills to enhance workplace productivity and career options
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
ADVISOR PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
The Professional Learning Series powered by DECA will engage educators in professional development focusing on curriculum and instructional content that support preparing students for college and careers and connects the conference content to the classroom. Topics for 2019 included:
- Using Project Management in the Classroom
- Using Integrated Marketing Campaign Events in the Classroom
- Rock the DECA Exam
- Get them to the Stage
- Using E-tools to Manage School-based Enterprise
REGISTRATION
Registration is a three-step process:
1. DECA members must first be in our online membership system.
2. Once they have been submitted, you can register them for the conference through our online registration system by selecting “Conferences.”
3. After you’ve completed online registration, you can then make your housing reservations using the hotel’s DECA reservation website. If you will be booking more than 10 hotel rooms, please e-mail conferences@deca.org for special instructions.
For complete registration instructions, please refer to the conference registration guide.
There is no higher priority than the health, safety and well-being of everyone involved in DECA’s Ultimate Power Trip. Given the uncertain length of the current pandemic, DECA Inc. will monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation closely and make any updates regarding the conference on this page. DECA Inc. advises attendees to check the policies of travel and transportation providers to determine their cancelation policies prior to making any arrangements.
Conference Venue:
Westin Boston Seaport District
425 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
GET TO BOSTON
Famous for its hospitality and friendly spirit, Greater Boston is one of the premier meeting destinations in the United States. Known as the “Athens of America,” Boston’s renowned medical and educational institutions have helped to make it an international center of learning and intellectualism. Boston has a thriving economy, history and charm which make it ideal for both business and pleasure.
GET INVOLVED
Exhibit
Make one-on-one connections with more than 1,200 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 or mobile app.
Sponsor
There are plenty of opportunities to sponsor meal functions, participant materials, general sessions and more.
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