Dear Esteemed Investors (a.k.a. The People with the Money),

As the Vice President of Finance at SGHS DECA, I have a deep appreciation for numbers. Numbers like $1,500—the exact amount I need to attend the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Orlando, Florida, from April 25-30, 2025. But don’t think of this as just an expense—think of it as an investment.

Allow me to break it down:

1. ROI (Return on Investment) Is Off the Charts

By attending ICDC, I’ll gain invaluable skills in business, finance, leadership, and networking—essentially, I’ll be leveling up like a business-minded superhero. And when I bring those skills back, they’ll benefit not just me, but my school, my peers, and maybe even your future business empire.

2. The DECA Experience = Priceless (But Also $1,500)

• Conference Registration: This gets me into the business battleground where I’ll compete, learn, and network.

• Travel & Hotel: Because even future CEOs need a place to sleep.

• Food: A VP of Finance cannot strategize on an empty stomach.

• Professional Attire & Materials: Looking sharp = Thinking sharp.

3. Orlando—The Perfect Place to Secure the Bag

Yes, Orlando has Disney World, but ICDC is where real magic happens. It’s where thousands of future business leaders (like me) gather, compete, and make connections that could change their careers forever.

4. Invest in Me Today, Profit Tomorrow

One day, when Bougie Bites is a national brand and I’m making million-dollar deals, you’ll want to say, “I helped make that happen.” And honestly, I’ll owe you big time.

So, what do you say? $1,500 now for a lifetime of success, leadership, and financial wisdom sounds like a pretty good deal, right?

Looking forward to your wise financial decision.

Best regards,

Jayda Shoats