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Board of
directors

Board of Director 
Special
Elections

The Minnesota Collegiate DECA Board of Directors is now seeking applications for a special election. We are seeking applications for 1 Business and Industry seat to be elected to a 3 year term ending in 2029. 

Board members are responsible for the judicious leadership and fiscal management of Minnesota Collegiate DECA resources and events. Applicants must be able to attend quarterly board meetings, attend conferences as appropriate, and provide connections to resources that may enrich the quality of our programming. 

Alumni, business partners, and friends of Minnesota Collegiate DECA are invited to apply. Click the link below for more information and to submit an application. Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2026.

James Elvidge

Business and Industry Representative, Chairperson

Elvidge Enterprises

Breanne Nelson

At Large Representative, Vice Chairperson

Lakeside Wellness

Gage Donovan

Alumni Representative, Treasurer

Johnson Media Group

Zac Spohn

Alumni Representative, Secretary

Assistant Dakota County Attorney

Adam Rieland

Business Representative 

Sleep Number Corporation

Kenneth Chukwuba

Chapter Advisor Representative

Southwest Minnesota State University

Austin Becker

Alumni Representative

MN Run Series

Tom Bibbee

Chapter Advisor Representative 

University of Minnesota

Chris Hughes

Alumni Representative 

Tiray Johnson

Chapter Advisor Representative 

Concordia University St. Paul

Ralf Mehnert - Meland

Chapter Advisor Representative

Minnesota State University Moorhead

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Diane Cilengi

Student Representative 

Minnesota State Officer Team

Catherine Rice

Director of Operations

Minnesota Collegiate DECA

Jennifer Shouse-Klassen

Executive Director

Minnesota Collegiate DECA

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