2019 MT DECA SCDC Conference Program

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

CONFERENCE

FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS RESORT FEBRUARY 10-12, 2019 #MTDECA

GREETINGS FROM THE STATE DIRECTOR Welcome to the 2019 State Career Development Conference at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort!

While #SCDC is the most anticipated event of the year, the next three days you’ll JOHN STILES @Montana_DECA spend at Fairmont will certainly go by faster than you ever expected. Be sure to take advantage of every opportunity this conference brings, such as meeting incredible corporate partners, colleges and universities in our exhibit hall, sharing your experiences on social media using #MTDECA, and networking with your friends in the DECA Hub. Your Montana DECA team has worked hard to make this conference a memorable and beneficial experience.

Remember, just because you’ve made it to #SCDC doesn’t mean it’s time to stop being READY FOR IT. Every new connection you make and challenge you conquer here at Fairmont will bring you one step closer to achieving your dreams.

This school year has been your time to get READY FOR IT, and it is evident that you have done just that. Congratulations to you for your hard work and accomplishments that have led you to this years State Career Development Conference, and best of luck as you compete for an opportunity to represent Montana on the International DECA Stage in Orlando, Florida!

CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

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CONFERENCE OVERVIEW + AGENDA State Officer Greetings Overview Agenda Social Media Dress Code & Information

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SUNDAY ACTIVITIES Competitive Events Opening Session Recognitions

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MONDAY ACTIVITIES Competitive Events Conference Exhibits Achievement Awards DECA HUB DECA After Dark

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APPRECIATION Sponsor Recognition Volunteers & Leadership Staff & Board of Directors

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TUESDAY ACTIVITIES Final Competitions Grand Awards Ceremony

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ATTRACTION TICKETS & HOTEL MAP General Session Seating Conference Meal Menu Convention Center Map

WELCOME GREETINGS FROM YOUR STATE OFFICERS The time has finally come! You’ve made it to Montana DECA’s State Career Development Conference.

We have challenged you to continue your success this year, and once again prove that you are #READYFORIT! Membership continues to break records, and participation in DECA programs and competitive events is at an all time high. We are excited to welcome nearly 650 DECA members to Fairmont Hot Springs Resort for the 68th Annual Montana DECA Career Development Conference.

These past few months, you’ve posted, Instagrammed and Tweeted your excitement for the 2019 State CDC. The anticipation has built as all of our statewide competitors come together for three days of competition, networking, and career development.

During your time here at Fairmont Hot Springs, make sure to highlight your conference experiences and share your Montana DECA adventures on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat by using #MTDECA. With over 1,200 members, advisors, business partners and alumni in attendance, there’s no better outlet than social media to share all that you’re learning while also having fun!

The stage is set and the Montana DECA State Career Development Conference is about to begin, so now is your time to get READY FOR IT!

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GENERAL EXAM ■ Meadowlark, Cutthroat, Grizzly

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DINNER BUFFET

■ Rocky Mountain Foyer & Dining Room ■ Pre-Purchase Required

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OPENING SESSION ■ Meadowlark, Cutthroat, Grizzly

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CURFEW MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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EXHIBIT HALL OPEN ■ Rocky Mountain Foyer

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PRELIMINARY COMPETITIVE EVENTS

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CURFEW TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE

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FINAL COMPETITIONS ■ Convention Center

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■ Meadowlark, Cutthroat, Grizzly

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DON'T BE THE LAST TO KNOW

This year’s State Officer Team will be sharing every aspect of the #MTDECA experience on social media and mtdeca.com.

Don't miss out on a single Instagram post, Snapchat story or tweet! Go to mtdeca.com to meet this years State Officer Team, connect with them on social media and check out their stories throughout the conference.

SHARE YOUR MEMORIES

Use the Montana DECA Snapchat Geofilter to share how you are #READYFORIT at this years SCDC. Use the official #MTDECA hashtag when sharing your experience, and join us on all of Montana DECA's Social Media Platforms to stay current on all things DECA!

KEEP THE #MTDECA CONNECTIONS GOING

Your #MTDECA connections don’t have to end once the conference is over. Keep them going by joining the DECA Inc. LinkedIn Group at linkd.in/decainc. You’ll be instantly connected to a #Limitless network of DECA members, alumni, advisors and business partners.

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Welcome to the 2019 Montana DECA State Career Development Conference. More than 1,200 members, advisors, alumni, and corporate professionals will participate in this year’s conference.

The following will help to ensure a #LIMITLESS experience.

CONFERENCE HEADQUARTERS Boardroom - Second Floor | Ponderosa

NAME BADGES

Your name badge is your all-access pass to all conference events and activities. Please wear it at all times during the conference. Lost badges may only be replaced by chapter advisors at conference headquarters.

ELEVATORS

Please be mindful that the elevators may be in high demand throughout the conference. Please do not delay the elevators. Allow people to exit the elevator before you board. Please use common sense and do not overload elevators.

CURFEW

Curfew is 11:00pm each night. All delegates must be in their designated rooms with the doors locked and the noise level kept to a minimum. Room service and deliveries are not DRESS CODE & STANDARDS OF CONDUCT All delegates must adhere to the dress code and standards permitted after curfew. of conduct for the duration of the conference.

Montana DECA prides itself on the professional MEDICAL ASSISTANCE & EMERGENCIES behavior and dress of its membership.

In the event where medical assistance is required, contact the front desk of the hotel as well as your chapter advisor, chaperone, or conference staff member. Medical consent PROFESSIONALISM forms should be in the possession of each chapter advisor.

Students are expected to show courtesy and respect to all If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1. workshop speakers, presenters, exhibitors and conference staff. Please be prompt to arrive and stay for the duration of the presentations and general sessions. Please only use GRATUITIES cell phones to engage in social media activities relevant to When dining, please consider these guidelines for the presentation. If an activity is full, please make another gratuities: 15% of bill for good service and 20% of bill for choice. exceptional service.

HOTEL ETIQUETTE

Please keep your room in an orderly fashion during the conference so hotel staff can service all rooms. It is appreciated to tip housekeeping $5 per day. Split the tip with your roommates. If you have excess trash, please ask for additional trash bags from the front desk. Rooms left with damage will be reported to conference staff and the local school will be responsible for damages.

VALUABLES

Please use caution when carrying cash or leaving personal items unattended. Montana DECA is not responsible or liable for lost or stolen items.

CHECK-OUT

Hotel check-out is 11:00am on Tuesday. Please arrange to have your personal belongings removed by this time.

Luggage storage and changing rooms are available on both check-in and check-out days.

DRESS CODE

Business representatives, press personnel, hotel staff and guests will be seeing DECA’s finest members - show them a professional business image.

BUSINESS ATTIRE FOR OPENING/CLOSING SESSION, EXHIBITS, & COMPETITION

FEMALES Business suit or blazer with dress blouse and dress skirt or dress slacks or business dress; dress shoes.

MALES Business suit or sport coat with dress slacks, collared dress shirt and necktie; dress shoes; dress socks.

The following are not allowed: denim, athletic shoes, sweatshirts and t-shirts, shorts, hats.

ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS SESSION & DECA AFTER DARK

BUSINESS CASUAL ATTIRE DURING SELECT CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES (Activities specifically stating casual attire is acceptable.)

Casual slacks (e.g. Dockers), blouse or shirt, socks, casual shoes. Jeans, t-shirts and athletic shoes are not included in business casual attire.

CASUAL ATTIRE

Neat casual clothing is acceptable during free time and select Montana DECA Tours/Activities, or as otherwise authorized by the Chapter Advisor or Montana DECA Staff.

Casual attire is not acceptable in front of judges, corporate partners, or event staff. Casual attire is not permitted in competition or judging areas.

Participants may wear jeans, conference t-shirt and athletic shoes or business casual. Delegates not wearing UNACCEPTABLE ATTIRE conference t-shirt are required to comply with Business The following are unacceptable during any Montana DECA Casual Attire. Conference T-Shirts and Name Badges must activities: skin-tight or revealing clothing, athletic clothing, be worn for admission to the DECA Dance. swim-wear (unless swimming), and clothing with printing that is suggestive, obscene or promotes illegal activities.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP EVENTS

COMPETITIVE EVENTS

SUNDAY

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FRANCHISE BUSINESS PLAN

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PLAN

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EFB

EIB

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SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT OPERATIONS

SEOR BUSINESS SERVICES OPERATIONS

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3:00PM - 5:00PM

PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

PBM

PRINCIPLES OF FINANCE

PFN

PRINCIPLES OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

PHT

PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

PMK

INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN (EVENT)

IMCE

INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN (PRODUCT)

IMCP

INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN (SERVICE)

IMCS

PONDEROSA

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT

CSP

CREATIVE MARKETING PROJECT

CMP

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROMOTION PROJECT

EPP

FINANCIAL LITERACY PROMOTION PROJECT

FLPP

LEARN & EARN PROJECT

LEP

PUBLIC RELATIONS PROJECT

PRP

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SUNDAY COMPETITION

DELIVERY ROOM PONDEROSA

PONDEROSA

CHAPTER TEAM EVENTS

COMPETITIVE EVENTS

PREP ROOM SAPPHIRE

INTEGRATED MARKETING CAMPAIGN EVENTS

SUNDAY

PRINCIPLES EVENTS

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OPENING SESSION AWARDS

OPENING SESSION

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White-ribbon medallions are awarded to event finalists, with final placement being announced during the Closing Session Tuesday afternoon.

Finalists in each event will be displayed on the stage screens. Finalists should report quickly to the stage to receive their white ribbon medallion.

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11:00AM - 1:00PM TEAM DECISION MAKING EVENTS PREP ROOM CUTTHROAT DELIVERY ROOM SAPPHIRE

BUYING & MERCHANDISING

BTDM

FINANCIAL SERVICES TDM

FTDM

MARKETING MANAGEMENT TDM

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MTDM

INDIVIDUAL SERIES EVENTS PREP ROOM GRIZZLY

ACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS

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APPAREL & ACCESSORIES MARKETING

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BFS

DELIVERY ROOM PONDEROSA

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ENT

HOTEL & LODGING MANAGEMENT

HLM

QUICK SERVE RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT

QSRM

RETAIL MERCHANDISING

RMS

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BUSINESS LAW & ETHICS TDM

BLTDM ENTREPRENEURSHIP

ETDM

DELIVERY ROOM PONDEROSA

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

RESTAURANT FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING

HRM

RFSM

MCS SEM

PERSONAL FINANCIAL LITERACY

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MONDAY COMPETITION

DELIVERY ROOM SAPPHIRE

PREP ROOM GRIZZLY

COMPETITIVE EVENTS

PREP ROOM CUTTHROAT

INDIVIDUAL SERIES EVENTS

MONDAY

TEAM DECISION MAKING EVENTS

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EMERGING DIAMOND RECIPIENTS

Congratulations to the following chapters for earning THRIVE Level recognition in DECA’s 2018-2019 chapter campaigns. To earn THRIVE Level recognition and participate in the THRIVE Academy at ICDC, chapters earn the highest achievement in the MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN or participate in two chapter campaigns: COMMUNITY SERVICE CAMPAIGN, PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN or GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK CAMPAIGN.

The Montana DECA Emerging Diamond Award recognizes outstanding chapter leaders and members for their service, impact and dedication to their local DECA programs.

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The Advisor of the Year Award annually recognizes one Chapter Advisor for going above and beyond the call of duty.

Josh Munro is no exception. Throughout his tenure as a DECA Advisor, Josh has spearheaded statewide chapter expansion, served as a mentor to Montana Business Educators, advised thousands of students, and served multiple terms on the Montana DECA Executive Committee, where he is currently serving as Vice President. Nominated by his colleagues and students, Montana DECA is pleased to congratulate Josh Munro on this achievement!

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The Member of the Year Award recognizes exceptional service and dedication to the Montana DECA program on the local Chapter Level. This years Member of Year is no exception. Daniel is a self motivated, diligent, respectful, and passionate student leader that goes above and beyond the call of duty. As Chapter President, Daniel has taken the Bozeman High School Chapter to the next level. He has helped his chapter reach new heights in membership, sales, and provided new and innovative ideas for the chapter such as starting an School-Based-Enterprise apparel business.

Daniel is fiercely competitive in DECA, winning and competing at the State Career Development Conference and International Career Development Conference every year of his membership.

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ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS SESSION MEADOWLARK, CUTTHROAT, GRIZZLY

Montana DECA’s Achievement Awards Session recognizes top performers in preliminary competition of DECA’s Competitive Events Program.

White-ribbon medallions are awarded to event finalists in the Team Decision Making, Individual Series, Principles, Professional Selling, and Financial Literacy Events.

All competitors awarded a medallion will compete for top honors during the final round of competition on Tuesday.

Finalists in each event will be displayed on the stage screens. Finalists should report quickly to the stage to receive their white ribbon medallion.

Scholarship recipients and chapter achievement awards are also presented.

DECA Scholarships are merit and academic based. Students are required to maintain a 3.5 GPA, and are expected to be active and involved in their local and broader communities.

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ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

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DECA AFTER DARK DECA POOL PARTY

As if the conference wasn’t already awesome, you won’t want to miss the DECA After Dark Pool Party! Conference wristbands must be worn for admittance. Conference attendees will enjoy unlimited waterslide access, experience the sounds of a DJ, and enjoy the company of other conference attendees!

Which Chapter Has the Best Floatie?

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THANK YOU TO MONTANA BUSINESS LEADERS

AMANDA PENLEY Capital High School ANNA RIEK Bozeman High School MAGGIE ANDREWS Belt High School ASHLEY WALDEN Bozeman High School

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Montana DECA extends its appreciation to the 120+ Montana-area business professionals who are volunteering as competitive events judges, mentors and exhibitors at the conference. The conference would not be possible without you.

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT DIRECTORS & ASSISTANTS The assistance of volunteers is critical to the successful operation of the competitive events program.

Montana DECA extends a special thank you to our volunteers for their continued support of and dedication to DECA and its emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Travis Crawford VICE PRESIDENT Josh Munro

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MEADOWLARK, CUTTHROAT, GRIZZLY Montana DECA’s Grand Awards Session is full of energy and aspirations as hundreds of Montana DECA competitive event finalists wait to hear their name called as a qualifier for the International Career Development Conference. In addition to naming our highest performers in Montana DECA’s Competitive Events Program, Montana DECA presents the Annual Spirit Award. The Grand Awards Session is the pinnacle of recognition for an academic year of preparing to be college and career ready.

The Grand Award Stage recognizes ICDC Qualifiers with a Trophy.

RECOGNITION PROCESS All event finalists will report to the holding area when instructed to do so.

Medallions are not presented at the Grand Awards Session. Only top performers in each event are recognized with a trophy.

Trophy recognition signifies qualification for the International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL.

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Be sure to lock your door when you are in your room as well as when you leave.

Call the front desk to verify any unexpected deliveries or room service.

Always tell your advisor where you are going.

Do not leave your room after curfew.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

DECA Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a healthy and respectful environment for all of our emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. Our philosophy is to ensure all members, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or socio-economic status, are treated equally and respectfully. Any behavior in the form of discrimination, harassment or bullying will not be tolerated. It is the responsibility of all members to uphold and contribute to this climate.

CONFERENCE MENU SUNDAY DINNER

Chicken Strips with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy. Vegetables.

Served with Iced Tea & Lemonade.

MONDAY BREAKFAST

Make Your Own Burrito with Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage & Cheese. Served with Home Fried Potatoes.

Coffee.

MONDAY LUNCH

Salad & Sandwich Buffet. Served with Iced Tea & Lemonade.

MONDAY DINNER

TUESDAY BREAKFAST

Spaghetti with Marinara Scrambled Eggs, and Meatballs. Tossed Bacon, Sausage & Green Salad with Home Fried Potatoes.

Dressing. Garlic Bread.

Served with Served with Iced Tea Coffee. & Lemonade.

Your all-mountain pass.

When the forecast calls for snow, call on the all-new Subaru Crosstrek.

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The control of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive transfers power to all four wheels, helping you handle the road conditions regardless of the weather report.

Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Subaru is a proud sponsor of the National Ski Patrol.

Learn more at subaru.com/nsp Subaru and Crosstrek are registered trademarks. Vehicle shown with accessory equipment.