Media Relations

To learn more about Nevada DECA please contact Associate State Director Curtis Haley at associatestatedirector@nevadadeca.org or via phone at 541-653-6014.

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2011 in Orlando, FL

2011 ICDC: Orlando, FL

Capping off a highly successful 50th anniversary year, over 200 Nevada DECA members descended on Orlando, Florida on April 29 – May 4, 2011 for the biggest event in the DECA year, the International Career Development Conference.  Those 200 members represent the largest ICDC delegation ever for Nevada DECA.  Seven students were awarded medals on-stage for their stellar performances, including Stephan Kim from Davidson Academy who was recognized for earning Seventh Place in the Principles of Finance event.

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2010 in Louisville, KY

2011 ICDC: Louisville, KY

148 Nevada DECA representatives attended the 2010 International Career Development Conference in Louisville, Kentucky from April 23-28, 2010. Congratulations to all members who participated in this exciting conference for their hard work and achievement.

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2009 in Anaheim, CA

2009 ICDC: Anaheim, CA

185 Nevada DECA representatives attended the 2009 International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, California from April 28th – May 3rd. Among the many exciting events and opportunities that our members took part in we congratulate our finalists for their outstanding accomplishments in competition. Congratulations to Demetria Obilor from the Spring Valley High School DECA Chapter who placed 3rd in the World in her event; Retail Merchandising Series

Nevada DECA 2008-09 State Treasurer Named Nevada’s Savviest on Finance

By Emily Richmond, Las Vegas Sun
Mon, Apr 6, 2009

Izack Tenorio, a junior in Clark High School’s Academy of Finance, understands the roots of the nation’s economic crisis, its effect on world markets and the potential risks of the government’s bailout and recovery plans.

Tenorio is arguably the most financially literate high school student in Nevada. He won a statewide competition that tested his knowledge of business and economics and will represent Nevada at the national championships for the event sponsored by DECA, an association of marketing students. (Read More)

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2008

175 Nevada DECA representatives attended the 2008 International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia from April 25th - April 30th. Among the many exciting events and opportunities that our members took part in we congratulate our finalists for their outstanding accomplishments in competition. Congratulations to Annie Huynh from Valley High School who was a finalist in Apparel & Accessories Marketing, Zach Ipson from Legacy High School who was a finalist in Sports & Entertainment Marketing, Omgema Mabior from Del Sol High School for her Third Place finish in Hospitality & Recreation Research, and Janet Tran & Anna Guiao from Spring Valley High School for their Third Place finish in The Stock Market Game!

State Officers Attend WROTC 2007 in Flagstaff, Arizona

The Nevada DECA State Officer team attended the Western Region Officer Training Camp held in Flagstaff, Arizona on July 9-11. State and chapter officers from all around the Western Region as well as Michigan and Canada were in attendance at this exciting officer training. Participants were able to receive top notch training in chapter and state development, personal leadership, and goal setting; all while participating in both high and low ropes courses. Other fun activities included an afternoon at slide rock in beautiful Sedona, Arizona as well as campus tours around Northern Arizona University. Not only was this trip a lot of fun, but the state officers gained skills and information that they look forward to sharing with Nevada DECA Chapters this year!

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2007 in Orlando, Florida

ICDC 2007

Over 180 Nevada DECA representatives attended the 2007 International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida from April 27th - May 2nd. Among the many exciting events and opportunities that our members took part in we congratulate our finalists for their outstanding accomplishments in competition. Congratulations to Gabriela Dineva from Clark High School who was a finalist in Entrepreneurship Written, Nathifa Charles and Huma Khan from Mojave High School who were finalists in Business Law & Ethics Management Team Decision Making, and Rhea Conlu for her Top Ten test score in Travel & Tourism Marketing Management Team Decision Making.

Valley DECA's Christian Ollano Spotlighted

Vally High School DECA's Christian Ollano was spolighted in an article by the Las Vegas Business Press for his 3rd place finish at the recent International Career Development Conference in Dallas, Texas.

Click here to read the article at lvbusinesspress.com

Troy Mcclain Speaks at SCDC 2006!

Troy McClain from NBC's hit television show The Apprentice was a special guest speaker to marketing, management, and entrepreneurship high school students from across the state during the Nevada DECA State Career Development Conference. This exciting event was held at the Cashman Center in Las Vegas, March 6-7. A true entrepreneur, Troy McClain has surpassed all odds and achieved phenomenal success. See the official press release on this page.

Why support Career Technical Education?

The following briefs were compiled by David Smith from the Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education to highlight the positive impacts of Participating in Nevada Career and Technical Education Programs.

  1. Impact of Participating in Nevada Career and Technical Education Programs on High School Dropout Rates (PDF)
  2. Career and Technical Education Students Graduate at Higher Rates (PDF)
  3. Nevada CTE Students Prepare for Postsecondary Education and Careers: 34% Increase in Secondary Students Enrolled in Tech Prep Programs (PDF)
  4. Impact of a Comprehensive Career and Technical Education High School on Minority Dropout Rates in Nevada (PDF)
  5. Minority Graduation Rates in a Comprehensive Career and Technical Education High School in Nevada (PDF)
  6. Nevada High School Proficiency Examination Performance in a Comprehensive Career and Technical Education High School (PDF)

Nevada DECA Attends ICDC 2006 in Dallas, Texas

Over 150 Nevada DECA representatives attended the 2006 International Career Development Conference in Dallas, Texas from April 28th - May 3rd. Among the many exciting events and opportunities that our members took part in we congratulate two students for their outstanding accomplishments in competition. Congratulations to Christian Ollano for his 3rd Place Finish in ENPF and Wayne Chan for being a finalist in FMML.

DECA's Partnership with Safeway Continues

Safeway, Inc, with its 1,772 stores in the United State and Canada, including 329 Vons stores in Nevada and Southern California, is one of DECA's most vital and consistent supporters. Through sponsoring state and national competitions, providing scholarship opportunities, and helping to provide judges for competitive events Safeway, Inc, is truly helping DECA "Let the Adventure Begin!" Nevada DECA wishes to thank Safeway, Inc for their continued support in helping DECA develop the next generation of food marketing leaders by providing cash awards to participants in the Food Marketing Event .

Archived Nevada DECA Press Releases