AGENDA SPEAKERS EXHIBITORS ACCOMMODATIONS VISIT KC  

DECA’s extensive spectrum of classroom instructional programs, networking opportunities, leadership development and competitive excellence will converge at the 2008 Central Region Leadership Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on November 21-23, 2008.

More than 2,000 high school DECA members with an interest in marketing, management and entrepreneurship will be in complete control as they view the opportunities of the DECA HD network through an expansive listing of channels. Our content will feature speakers from the marketing industry, leadership development activities, energy-packed general sessions, and competitive excellence seminars.



View the CRLC 2008 
Conference Trailer!

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Central Region Leadership Conference wishes you safe travels to Kansas City.
DECA HD is the future. We're ready!
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Dear Central Region DECA Members,

Imagine an interactive experience where you are in control and you choose what you want. Imagine a conference where only you can "Define Your Life!"

As your Central Region Vice President, I am thrilled to invite you to my home state of Missouri for the most exciting and interactive conference.  For the first time in Central Region DECA's history, you'll be part of a conference that is broadcast exclusively in HD! 

CRLC 2008 will present a lifetime worth of opportunities and excitement in one action-packed weekend.  Through expansive channels, exceptional speakers, an interactive rally with FOCUS Training, phenomenal general sessions, and networking opportunities, you will "Define Your Life" in just three short days!

Get prepared for an experience like no other because the Central Region Leadership Conference will provide you with every opportunity to "Make Your Mark!"

See you in Kansas City!


Isaac Robinson III
Central Region Vice President



Isaac Robinson III
Central Region 
Vice President

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GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK 
The Central Region Leadership Conference will culminate a week-long celebration (November 17-23) in honor of Global Entrepreneurship Week. Central Region DECA is excited that our conference is able to immerse our students in the ideas of innovation, creativity and imagination that fuel entrepreneurship through our workshops, seminars, and speakers. This is an excellent opportunity for your students to be part of a global initiative. http://www.unleashingideas.org

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THE DIAMOND SERIES
Students will attend two of 20 workshops focused on the four points of the DECA Diamond.		 ENERGY-PACKED GENERAL SESSIONS 
Our network premiere opening session and season finale closing session will motivate members!

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INDUSTRY EXPERTS
Our Saturday channel series will feature over 50 experts in the marketing, management, and entrepreneurship industry.		 INTERACTIVE LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES
Facilitated by FOCUS Training and Central Region Vice President Isaac Robinson III.

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS:
The Central Region Leadership Conference extends its appreciation to our conference sponsors for their support of this experience for students interested in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship. 


Sponsor of the Leadership Luncheon, 
Conference Exhibitor and Conference Presenter


Sponsor of the Central Region Board of Governors Brunch



Sponsor of the Advisor Networking and Hospitality


Sponsor of Conference Pens

ILLINOIS DECA | INDIANA DECA | IOWA DECA | KANSAS DECA | KENTUCKY DECA
MICHIGAN DECA | MINNESOTA DECA | MISSOURI DECA | NEBRASKA DECA
NORTH DAKOTA DECA | OHIO DECA | SOUTH DAKOTA DECA | WISCONSIN DECA

For registration information, contact your State Advisor.

For more information, contact
Christopher Young
Missouri DECA State Advisor
(573) 751-4367

PRESENTED BY 
MISSOURI DECA | CUSTOM MEETING PLANNERS | CYBIS COMMUNICATIONS