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<description><![CDATA[  Here you can find out about upcoming IDA events, member-hosted events, and detailing-related tradeshows and seminars. Some events allow for online registration and ticket purchase. Click the event name to view more details, or change event categories via the drop-down menu above. Looking for past webinars?   Check out the archive  here  (members only!). ]]></description>
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<title>*IDA MEET &amp; GREET MONTH EVENT* presented by Fraber South Africa</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055836</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><strong>Saturday, April 25, 2026</strong><br />9:30 am – 4:00 pm GMT+2</p>
<h4>WHERE</h4>
<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Fra-Ber<br />20 Olympia Gardens<br />23 Olympia Street<br />Eastgate Ext<br />Sandton, Gauteng 2090<br /></span>South Africa<br /></p>
<h4>RSVP</h4>
<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">To guarantee your reservation for the event, please call the number above.</span></p>
<h4>MORE INFO</h4>
<p>Join fellow IDA members in Sandton, Gauteng, for a Meet &amp; Greet event on Saturday, April 25! This event will include a variety of activities and learning opportunities:</p><ul><li>Educational Speaker</li><li>Product or Equipment Demonstration</li><li>Roundtable Discussion</li><li>Q&amp;A with Expert or Supplier</li><li>Shop/Mobile/Warehouse Tour&nbsp;</li></ul><p>We hope to see you there!</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Glautier Auto Detailing (Pty) Ltd T/A De</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047489</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047489</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Exam Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! </h2>
<p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of
    the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the
    detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p>
<p><span><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;</span><span>Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</span></p>
<p><span><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out
    and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p>
<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><strong>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV)<br /></strong>Saturday, April 25, 2026<br /></p>
<ul><li><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;12:00 – 2:00 pm GMT +2</li><li><strong>SV Testing:</strong>&nbsp;2:00 – 6:00 pm GMT +2</li></ul><p>
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<h4>WHERE</h4>
<p>Fra-Ber<br />20 Olympia Gardens<br />23 Olympia Street<br />Eastgate Ext<br />Sandton, Gauteng 2090<br />South Africa</p>
<h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;<br /><br /></span>CD testing space is limited to five (5) registrants, and SV testing space is&nbsp;limited to four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 30px; font-weight: 700;">WHY DO IT?</span></p>
<p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills
    needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p>
<h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4>
<p><span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>COST</h4><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #333333; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700;">Phase I (CD):</span><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Members - $200<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #333333; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700; color: #333333;">Phase II (SV):</span><br style="color: #333333; box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Members - $200</span><br style="color: #333333; box-sizing: border-box;" /><span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #333333;">Non-Members - $400</span></p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Kushev Detailing [Bulgarian]</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047531</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047531</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [Bulgarian]</h2><p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p><h4>WHEN</h4><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event -&nbsp;Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [Bulgarian]<br /></strong></span>Wednesday, April 29, 2026&nbsp;<br /></p><p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria<br />N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd<br />Sofia,&nbsp;Malinova Dolina, 1756<br />Bulgaria</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p><h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4><p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p><h4>COST</h4><p><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by OP Detailer Academy [En Español]</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2052987</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2052987</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [En Español]</h2>
<p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p>
<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [En Español]</strong></span></span><br />Sunday, May 3, 2026<br /></p>
<p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 12:00 pm CDT<br /><strong>SV Testing:&nbsp;</strong>12:00 - 6:00 pm CDT</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>OP Detailer Academy<br />1009 Ranch Road 620, Unit 610 Lakeway<br />Austin, TX 78734<br />USA</p>
<h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span></span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first four (6) registrants, and SV testing space is also limited to the first six (6) registrants.</p><h4><span style="font-size: 30px; font-weight: 700;">WHY DO IT?</span></h4>
<p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills
    needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p>
<h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4>
<p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>COST</h4>
<p><span><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong></span><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p>
<p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 3 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) + Specialties presented by UK Detailing Academy Ltd</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2012279</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2012279</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I (CD), Specialties (MC, RVC, WC) + Phase II (SV, MC-SV, WC-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited!</h2>
<p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of
    the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the
    detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p>
<p><span><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;</span><span>Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</span></p>
<p><span><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out
    and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p>
<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event - Phase I (CD), Specialties (MC, RVC, WC), and Phase II (SV, MC-SV, WC-SV)&nbsp;</strong></span></span><br />Friday, May 8, 2026<br /></p>
<p><span><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;10:00 am <span>–</span>&nbsp;1:00 pm GMT<br /><strong>Specialty Testing (MC, RVC, WC):</strong> 1:00 - 2:00 pm GMT&nbsp;<br /></span><strong>SV Testing, including MC-SV, WC-SV:</strong>&nbsp;2:00 pm – 6:00 pm GMT</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHERE</span></p>
<p>UK Detailing Academy<br />Unit 2, Purlieus Barn<br />Ewen, Gloucestershire GL76BY<br />United Kingdom</p>
<h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;<br /><br /></span>CD testing space is limited to the first 20 registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first six (6) registrants.<h4>WHY DO IT?</h4>
<p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills
    needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p>
<h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4>
<p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>COST</h4>
<p><span><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong></span><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Specialties&nbsp;<span style="color: #ff0000;">each&nbsp;</span>(MC, RVC, WC):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p>
<p><span><strong>Phase II <span style="color: #ff0000;">each&nbsp;</span>(SV, MC-SV, WC-SV):</strong></span><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 8 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA MEET &amp; GREET presented by UK Detailing Academy</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055167</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055167</guid>
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<p><strong>Saturday, May 9, 2026</strong><br />10:00 am – 2:30 pm GMT</p>
<h4>WHERE</h4>
<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">UK Detailing Academy<br />Unit 2, Purlieus Barn, Ewan&nbsp;<br /></span><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Cirencester,&nbsp;Gloucestershire,&nbsp;GL7 6BY</span></span></span><br />United Kingdom<br /></p>
<h4>RSVP</h4>
<p>Please sign up for attending here: <a href="http://www.ukdetailingacademy.com/BBQ">www.ukdetailingacademy.com/BBQ</a></p>
<h4>MORE INFO</h4>
<p>UK Detailing Academy is hosting its annual BBQ on 9th May in celebration with the IDA UK Chapter and the Automotive Charity Ben Support for Life who will be collecting donations on the day.&nbsp;</p><p><img alt="" src="https://cdn.ymaws.com/the-ida.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/events/meet-and-greets/spring_bbq_uk_may_2026.jpeg" style="width: 400px;" /></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 9 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase II (SV) + MC-SV presented by UK Detailing Academy Ltd</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055763</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055763</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our IDA Certification Event - Phase II (SV) + MC-SV Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited!</h2>
<p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of
    the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the
    detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p>
<p><span><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;</span><span>Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</span></p>
<p><span><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out
    and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p>
<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event - Phase II (SV) + MC-SV&nbsp;</strong></span></span><br />Saturday, May 30, 2026<br /></p>
<p><strong>SV Testing, including MC-SV:</strong>&nbsp;12:00 – 6:00 pm GMT</p><h4>WHERE</h4>
<p>Invisible Patterns Ltd<br />28 Meadowcroft Way<br />Leigh,&nbsp;Greater Manchester&nbsp;WN7 3XZ<br />United Kingdom</p>
<h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;<br /><br /></span>SV testing space is limited to the first six (6) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 30px; font-weight: 700;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills
    needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p>
<h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4>
<p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>COST</h4><p><span><strong>Phase II <span style="color: #ff0000;">each&nbsp;</span>(SV, MC-SV):</strong></span><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Kushev Detailing [Bulgarian]</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047532</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2047532</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [Bulgarian]</h2><p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p><h4>WHEN</h4><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event -&nbsp;Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [Bulgarian]<br /></strong></span>Thursday, June 11, 2026&nbsp;<br /></p><p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria<br />N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd<br />Sofia,&nbsp;Malinova Dolina, 1756<br />Bulgaria</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p><h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4><p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p><h4>COST</h4><p><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA MEET &amp; GREET presented by Studio16</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055176</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2055176</guid>
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<p><strong>Thursday, June 18, 2026</strong><br />4:00 pm (GMT) Start Time</p>
<h4>WHERE</h4>
<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">Studio16<br />16 Whitfield Dr&nbsp;<br /></span><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Ayr, Ayrshire,&nbsp;KA8 9RX</span></span></span><br />United Kingdom<br /></p>
<h4>RSVP</h4>
<p>RSVP details to follow; email&nbsp;info@studio16car.care with questions.</p>
<h4>MORE INFO</h4>
<p>Come join us at Studio16 for an in person Meet and Greet, learn more about the IDA, and our volunteering opportunities!</p><p><img alt="" src="https://cdn.ymaws.com/the-ida.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/events/meet-and-greets/2026.6.18_uk_mandg.jpeg" style="width: 450px;" /></p>]]></description>
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<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited!</h2>
<p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p>
<h4>WHEN</h4>
<p><span><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV)&nbsp;</strong></span></span><br />Friday, June 19, 2026</p>
<p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;10:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 pm - 6:00 pm GMT</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>STUDIO 16<br />Unit 16 - Whitfield Drive<br />Ayr, Ayr - Prestwick KA8 9RX<br />Scotland - UK</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><p><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span></p><p>CD testing space is limited to the first six (6) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first six (6) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 30px; font-weight: 700;">WHY DO IT?</span></p>
<p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills
    needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p>
<h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4>
<p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; background-color: transparent; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<h4>COST</h4>
<p><span><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong></span><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p>
<p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Kushev Detailing [Bulgarian]</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2048723</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2048723</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [Bulgarian]</h2><p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p><h4>WHEN</h4><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event -&nbsp;Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [Bulgarian]<br /></strong></span>Thursday, August 13, 2026<br /></p><p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria<br />N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd<br />Sofia,&nbsp;Malinova Dolina, 1756<br />Bulgaria</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p><h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4><p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p><h4>COST</h4><p><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
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<title>Automechanika Frankfurt 2026</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2040157</link>
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<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://automechanika.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html#navigation" target="_blank"><img alt="" src="https://the-ida.com/resource/resmgr/events/automechanika/Logo_Automechanika_Frankfurt.png" style="width: 600px;" /></a></p><h4><br />WHEN:&nbsp;</h4><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>Tuesday, September 8, 2026 – Saturday, September 12, 2026</strong></span><br /></p><h4>WHERE:&nbsp;</h4><p>Messe Frankfurt&nbsp;<br />Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1,<br />60327 Frankfurt am Main<br />Germany</p><h4>CONTACT:</h4><p><strong>IDA Germany Chapter</strong><br /><a href="https://the-ida.com/members/public_profile.asp?id=70715051">Marvin Mieth, CD-SV</a><br /><a href="mailto:lars@colourlock.com">Lars Pickhardt, CD-SV</a></p><h4>TRADESHOW REGISTRATION:</h4><p>Show information, tickets, schedules are available&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://automechanika.messefrankfurt.com/">here</a></strong><a href="https://automechanika.messefrankfurt.com/">.</a></p><h4>EVENT DESCRIPTION:</h4><p><span style="font-size: 14px;">Get connected with the future of the automotive service industry at the leading trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt. As an international meeting place for the industry, dealership trade and maintenance and repair segment, it provides a major platform for business and technological knowledge transfer.</span></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Kushev Detailing [Bulgarian]</title>
<link>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2048773</link>
<guid>https://the-ida.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2048773</guid>
<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [Bulgarian]</h2><p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p><h4>WHEN</h4><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event -&nbsp;Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [Bulgarian]<br /></strong></span>Thursday, October 15, 2026<br /></p><p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria<br />N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd<br />Sofia,&nbsp;Malinova Dolina, 1756<br />Bulgaria</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p><h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4><p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p><h4>COST</h4><p><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) presented by Kushev Detailing [Bulgarian]</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<h2>Take Advantage of Our Complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) Opportunity!&nbsp;Space is Limited! [Bulgarian]</h2><p>This program is a culmination of the cooperative efforts of industry leaders specializing in the detailing industry.&nbsp; The multi-phased program evaluates and develops a detailer’s technical knowledge and proficiency.&nbsp; Successful completion of the first phase (Phase I), consisting of ten written exams, will grant the detailer the title of IDA Certified Detailer (CD).&nbsp; Successful completion of a higher-level second phase (Phase II), consisting of hands-on assessments, will award the detailer a title of IDA Certified Detailer, Skills Validated (CD-SV).</p><p><strong>Please Note:</strong>&nbsp;Before registering for the Skills Validated event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (or plan on completing at the event), having passed the ten written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;"><strong>***IMPORTANT:</strong></span>&nbsp;Individuals must be logged in to register, and they must register through their own profile.&nbsp; If this is not the profile of the event registrant, please log out and create a profile (or log in to an existing profile) for the event registrant.</p><h4>WHEN</h4><p><span style="font-size: 16px;"><strong>IDA Certification Event -&nbsp;Phase I &amp; II (CD-SV) [Bulgarian]<br /></strong></span>Thursday, December 10, 2026<br /></p><p><strong>CD Testing:</strong>&nbsp;9:00 am - 1:00 pm GMT +2<br /><strong>SV Testing: </strong>2:00 - 6:00 pm GMT +2</p><h4>WHERE</h4><p>Kushev Detailing Studio, Bulgaria<br />N67 Kliment Ohridski Blvd<br />Sofia,&nbsp;Malinova Dolina, 1756<br />Bulgaria</p><h4>HOW DO I SIGN UP?</h4><span style="color: #ff0000;">Click registration button above&nbsp;</span><p>CD testing space is limited to the first ten (10) registrants, and SV testing space is limited to the first four (4) registrants.</p><p><span style="font-size: 26px; font-weight: 600; color: #9baac1;">WHY DO IT?</span></p><p>Receive recognition with Certification-specific directory listings, certificates, patches, and marketing artwork.&nbsp; Completion of the IDA Certified Detailer program is a great achievement and demonstrates a mastery of the knowledge and applied skills needed to be an accomplished detailing professional.&nbsp; Sign up today to earn the accreditation your customers will trust!</p><h4>WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE?</h4><p>Phase I (CD) is a series of ten exams.&nbsp; Phase II (SV) is a hands-on assessment.&nbsp; Read more about what each phase of the exam entails on our&nbsp;<a href="https://the-ida.com/certification" target="_blank" style="box-sizing: border-box; text-decoration-line: none;">Certification webpage</a>.&nbsp;</p><h4>COST</h4><p><strong>Phase I (CD):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400</p><p><strong>Phase II (SV):</strong><br />Members - $200<br />Non-Members - $400&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: #be1f24;">*Not a Member?&nbsp;</span><span style="color: #be1f24;"></span><a href="https://the-ida.com/page/Join_Us" target="_blank">Join the IDA before registering to obtain the member rates.</a></p>]]></description>
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