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Mobile Tech Expo (MTE) Orlando 2022 is coming up at the end of this month, and we couldn't be more excited!  As always, we have a full lineup planned for the show.  IDA members will be leading several presentations on Education Day, Thursday, January 27th.  The IDA will also be hosting a complete IDA Certification Event - Phase I & II + Marine (CD-SV, MC) throughout the weekend.  And, of course, MTE wouldn't be complete without the IDA Annual Business Meeting and Awards Celebration on Friday night.  Check out the preview below and click here to see the full IDA at MTE schedule.

Education Day: Thursday, January 27, 2022

The IDA will once again offer a full day of educational seminars, taught by leaders in the detailing industry.  Expo attendees who are interested in attending these seminars must register for Education Day on the MTE website.

8:00 am – 8:45 am
Sell Without Selling
John Corinella, CD-SV, MC; American Detail Corp

9:00 am – 9:45 am
The Future of Detailing
Jim Lafeber, CD-SV, RIT; Dr. Beasley's, Inc

10:00 am – 10:45 am
RV Detailing – Pricing and Services
Kyle Clark; Xtreme Detailing

11:00 am – 11:45 am
Detailing Software Panel
Panel from Urable, Mobile Tech RX, Zenware, and Detail Bookie

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Becoming an Unconventional Detailer in a Conventional Industry
Sydni Brae Gwinn, CD-SV; iWash Auto Detailing

2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Session TBA
Sarah Turner; Big O's Auto Wash

3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Marine Detail Training
Dustin Jackson, CD-SV, MC; EZN Storage and Detail

4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
3 Levels of Paint Correction: Make Money, Giving Your Customers What They Want
Jason Rose, CD-SV, RIT; RUPES USA

What else can you expect at this year's show?

IDA Annual Business Meeting and Awards Celebration
Friday, January 28, 2022 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Come to our IDA Annual Business Meeting and Awards Celebration!  We will update you on the state of the industry and the IDA, announce the IDA Awards winners, induct the next class of the IDA Hall of Fame, and give you the opportunity to connect one-on-one with other IDA members at a reception following the meeting.  Open to all detailers.  Do not miss this event — you never know, you may win an award!

IDA Certification Event - Phase I & II + Marine (CD-SV, MC) - Register now!
- Phase I (CD) – Friday, January 28, 2022 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Marine (MC) – Friday, January 28, 2022 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Phase II (SV) – Saturday, January 29, 2022 | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Two-hour timeslots)
Phase I consists of 10 exams, 10-20 questions each, in these subject areas: Equipment, Chemicals, Windows, Trim & Metal, Floors & Carpets, Seats, Paint Correction & Protection, Wheels & Tires, Prep Wash/Wash Bay, Detailing Terminology, Safety & Compliance.  The Phase II (SV) tests represent the four primary categories that each candidate must demonstrate their “hands on” ability to perform (Wash Bay/Prep, Interior, Exterior Correction, and Finishing Steps).  The Marine Certification exams consist of 5 exams, 10 questions each, in these subject areas: 1) Interior & Vinyl Care; 2) Paint & Fiberglass; 3) Safety & Environmental; 4) Terminology; and 5) Wood Trim, Metal & Brightwork.  To take the Marine exams or sign up for the SV event, the applicant must have already completed Phase I Certification (either prior to or at the show), having passed the 10 written exams, to fulfill the classification of Certified Detailer.

IDA Booth #708
Friday, January 28, 2022 | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday, January 29, 2022 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Be sure to stop by the IDA Booth!  Enjoy refreshments while talking with detailers, IDA leaders, and industry experts, and learn about IDA programming at MTE.  Visit the booth product displays to see the latest technology and products in the detailing industry.  Check out the latest IDA merchandise.  Members and Certified Detailers, pick up your IDA Member ribbon and IDA Certified Detailer ribbon!  Not an IDA member?  Sign up at the booth (there's a free gift involved)!

IDA at MTE Sponsorship Opportunities:

Want to support the IDA at MTE Orlando 2022?  Click here to become an event sponsor!  Sponsorship opportunities are time-sensitive and will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.  Opportunities include:

• Title Sponsor - $2,500 each | 2 available (Sign up)
• Annual Business Meeting Reception Sponsor - $1,000 each | 8 available (Sign up)
• Booth Refreshments Sponsor - $1,000 each | 4 available (Sign up)
• IDA Awards Program Sponsor - $750 each | 4 available (Sign up)
• Certification Event - Phase I Sponsor - $500 each | Unlimited (Sign up)
• Certification Event - Phase II Sponsor - $500 each | 1 available (Sign up)