Livingston High School's (LHS) DECA chapter made a significant impact at the highly competitive DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) held recently in Orlando, Florida. Against a field of 26,000 top DECA members from around the globe, LHS students showcased exceptional talent, bringing home multiple accolades, including the coveted "DECA Glass" award.

DECA, a renowned international student organization, is dedicated to developing future leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Through applied learning, community engagement, and business partnerships, DECA programs equip students with vital skills such as critical thinking, communication, and collaboration, preparing them for success in both college and their chosen careers.

In only its third year at LHS and second year competing at ICDC, the Livingston chapter achieved remarkable success. Our students secured five Top-10 awards and three Top-20 placements. A true highlight was junior Ruhaan Munjuluri, who earned second place overall in Automotive Marketing, capturing a prestigious DECA Glass award. Ruhaan was one of only ten New Jersey DECA members to achieve a top-three finish this year, out of over 13,000 statewide members.

LHS ICDC Award Winners:

• Ruhaan Munjuluri: 2nd Overall – Automotive Marketing (DECA Glass winner), Top 10 Role Play 1 and Role Play 2 (competed against 240 students)
• Gabe Turbin: Top 10 Role Play 1 – Food Marketing
• Max Xie: Top 10 Role Play 1 – Personal Financial Literacy, Top 20 Overall
• Mahi Jaladi: Top 10 Role Play 1 – Business Services Marketing, Top 20 Overall
• Max Xie and Mahi Jaladi placed in the top 20 for their events

Additionally, LHS junior Annie Ferrans was elected to the board as Vice President of New Jersey DECA. She will serve as one of seven state officers, representing over 13,000 NJ DECA members.

Congratulations to all of our DECA competitors and their advIsor, Daniel Quackenbush, on a successful year!