Board of
directors
Board of Director
Elections
The Minnesota Collegiate DECA Board of Directors is now seeking applications in our annual board elections. We are seeking applications for 3 seats to be elected to 3 year terms 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 no later than April 15, 2026. Click the link below for more information and to submit an application.
James Elvidge
Business and Industry Representative, Chairperson
Elvidge Enterprises
Thomas Monson
Business and Industry Representative, Vice Chairperson
Clean Harbors
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
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Alumni Representative
Tom Bibbee
Chapter Advisor Representative
University of Minnesota
Chris Hughes
Alumni Representative
Slumberland
Kenneth Johnson
Chapter Advisor Representative
Bethany Lutheran College
Ralf Mehnert - Meland
Chapter Advisor
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Breanne Nelson
At Large Representative
Lakeside Wellness
Diane Cilengi
Student Representative
Minnesota State Officer Team
Catherine Rice
Director of Operations
Minnesota Collegiate DECA
Jennifer Shouse-Klassen
Executive Director
Minnesota Collegiate DECA