Emerging Leader Summit 2026
Organized by DECA Inc.
The Emerging Leader Summit is an educational conference designed to empower DECA leaders for the upcoming year.
- Dates
- Jul 11-13, 2026
- Location
- Tysons, VA
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About this conference
The Emerging Leader Summit is an educational conference designed to empower DECA leaders for the upcoming year. Attendees will engage in programs focused on collaboration, networking, and leadership development. The conference offers an 'Elevate Track' for upcoming chapter leaders (e.g., chapter presidents, committee members, project managers) and an 'Empower Track' for association leaders, challenging teams in a facilitated classroom environment with assignments, discussions, and presentations. Key areas of focus include professionalism, public speaking, collaboration, etiquette, and networking. The curriculum aims to reinforce 21st Century Skills such as creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, leadership, and responsibility, fostering integrity and ethical behavior.
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Sponsorship, exhibition, advertising, and volunteer opportunities are available for partners looking to connect and engage with DECA members and advisors during the educational conference.
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