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- October 9, 2026
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By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association A credit report provides detailed information about a person’s financial obligations...
CDIA President and CEO Dan Smith joined industry leaders at Experian Vision Conference 2026
Yesterday, CDIA President and CEO Dan Smith joined industry leaders at Experian Vision Conference 2026 in San Antonio to speak in...
Great turnout today for CDIA’s Consumer Reporting Roundtable in Wilmington, DE!
We brought together more than 70 industry professionals, both in person and virtually, for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation around the...
Brittany Bailey
October 9, 2026
By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association A credit report provides detailed information about a person’s financial obligations...
Brittany Bailey
September 22, 2026
By Benjamin Corb, SVP for Strategy and Public Affairs, CDIA Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte recently shared data showing...
Brittany Bailey
September 4, 2026
By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association On July 1, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac released historical FICO...
Brittany Bailey
September 3, 2026
By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association The idea behind a portable credit report is simple, and it...
Brittany Bailey
July 16, 2026
Accurate Metro 2® reporting is critical to compliance, reducing disputes, and improving consumer outcomes. That’s why proper training matters. CDIA’s Metro 2®...
Brittany Bailey
June 29, 2026
The Metro 2® Format Fundamentals Webinar Series is the perfect starting point for professionals with less than three years of experience...
Brittany Bailey
June 29, 2026
By Dan Smith, President and CEO, Consumer Data Industry Association The Fair Credit Reporting Act is one of the most important...
Brittany Bailey
May 22, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2026 CDIA Applauds FHA’s Decision to Maintain Tri-Merge Credit Report Requirement Statement from Dan Smith, President...
Brittany Bailey
May 20, 2026
Join CDIA’s newest intermediate level training Metro 2® Format Essentials+ Plus— a live, interactive, instructor-led workshop designed for professionals ready to move beyond the basics. Dive into...
Brittany Bailey
April 29, 2026
Join us in Las Vegas, NV for the Metro 2® Format Advanced Workshop, taking place November 17-18. Deepen your Metro 2® knowledge, gain industry insights, and engage in valuable networking opportunities. 🎉Bonus...