The 2025 State Career Development Conference is presented by
The State Career Development Conference (SCDC) is one of the largest, most exciting, and most rewarding experiences in all of DECA!
Over the course of the conference, over 600 industry judges and DECA volunteers assess and evaluate thousands of DECA students in competitive events. DECA’s emerging leaders are put to the test with an examination and multiple rounds of presentations. The winners are revealed and Washington DECA’s competition delegation for the International DECA competition is announced.
Conference Livestreams & Videos
Opening Session Livestream
Closing Session Livestream
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Competition Resources
Looking for general competition resources? Visit Learn DECA under the Students tab in the navigation bar!
Conference Workshops
Dreams vs. Fears: Ethics Unleashed!
Presenter: Mo Hamoudi, Associate, Stritmatter Kessler Koehler Moore, Trial Lawyer, Law Professor
Are you ready to tackle your biggest goals and conquer your greatest fears? Join us for an unexpected workshop on ethics that will transform how you think about your actions and decisions. This isn’t just any workshop—it’s an adventure into the core of what drives you and holds you back. Be guided through thought-provoking activities that focus on your personal ambitions and deepest concerns. You’ll leave feeling empowered, inspired, and ready to make ethical choices that align with your dreams.
Community Service
Presented by: Friends of Youth
Students will actively participate in several community service projects. Activities include: Assembling friendship bracelets (which they will be distributed at other events), planting seeds, packing snack bags, and more!
Marketing Presentations
Presenter: Peter Wilson, Marketing Coach, President
Get ready to revolutionize your approach to marketing with Peter Wilson! Dive into the simplicity and power of The 1-Page Marketing Plan from Allan Dib’s best-selling book. In this engaging workshop, you’ll uncover strategies to craft a winning marketing plan on a single page. Perfect for DECA members ready to earn DECA Glass, boost their marketing skills, and stand out from the crowd! Sponsored by Lean Marketing and Biz Marketing
DECA Glass Winner Panel
Presenter: DECA Competitors
Want to earn DECA Glass? Join us for a workshop with current DECA students and alumni who will share the secrets to their success. Get tips, tricks, and insider strategies to help you shine in DECA. Don’t miss out on this chance to level up your game!
Chapter Conference Scholarships (for Advisors)
Student Conference Scholarships
Chapter Conference Scholarships (for Advisors)
GET INVOLVED
When an individual, company, foundation or group supports Washington DECA, they are making a long-term investment in developing the future leaders in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. Learn how you can cultivate a strong and thriving environment for Washington DECA’s emerging leaders.