Leeds High School DECA Achieves Outstanding Success at Alabama DECA Career Development Conference
Leeds High School DECA Achieves Outstanding Success at Alabama DECA Career Development Conference
LHS DECA Student Brayden Davis at Alabama DECA Conference. Photo Courtesy of LHS DECA.
The Leeds High School DECA chapter showcased outstanding talent and achievement at the Alabama DECA Career Development Conference held February 24-25 in Montgomery, AL. Competing against nearly 1,300 students from across the state, Leeds High School students earned top honors in multiple events.
This is a remarkable accomplishment for the Leeds DECA chapter, which was established just last school year by Jessica Kennedy, Business and Computer Science Teacher and DECA Advisor. The team’s success reflects their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence in business, marketing, and leadership.
Among the chapter’s notable achievements:
• Brayden Davis was elected DECA State President
• Bailey Hughes – 1st place in the Restaurant Management Event
• Rowan Melvin – 1st place in the Personal Financial Literacy Event
• Steicy Jimenez and Inaky Aguirre – 2nd place in the Hospitality & Tourism Operations Research Event
• Abram Davis, McKinnon Baker, and Gabby Williams – 3rd place in the Sales Project Event
• Brayden Davis, Colton Moody, and Hannalyse Hudson – 3rd place in the Innovation Plan Event
• Diamond Chapter Award for service, advocacy, and promotion
As a result of their outstanding performance, these students have qualified for the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Orlando, Florida, taking place April 25-30, 2025. This
prestigious event will allow them to compete against the best DECA students from across the country and internationally.
Leeds High School DECA is actively seeking local business partners and sponsors to support these students on their journey to ICDC. If you are interested in contributing or partnering with the Leeds DECA chapter, please contact Jessica Kennedy at 205-699-4510 or jkennedy@leedsk12.org.
About DECA
DECA is an organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Through competitive events, leadership experiences, and real world applications, DECA helps students develop the skills needed for future success.