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The Work Behind an Accurate Credit Report
- 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
September 16, 2026
The consumer reporting industry conference you can’t miss is back! Mark your calendars April 13–15, 2027 in Alexandria, VA for CDIA’s...
Brittany Bailey
May 27, 2026
Developed by the Metro 2® Task Force, this year’s workshop, being held Nov. 17-18, delivers an interactive experience focused on today’s biggest...
Brittany Bailey
May 15, 2026
CDIA Connect 2026 brought together leaders across the consumer data ecosystem for several days of meaningful discussion, collaboration, and connection in...
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Brittany Bailey
May 13, 2026
If Metro 2® reporting is part of your world, this is the event you can’t afford to miss. Developed and led...
Brittany Bailey
April 28, 2026
Join us for three days of insights, strategy, and connections with leaders across consumer data, including CFPB Deputy Director Geof Gradler,...
Brittany Bailey
April 15, 2026
The only Metro 2® Format Advanced Workshop in 2026 is taking place Nov. 17-18 in Las Vegas and is the must-attend event for mastering complex reporting scenarios—and...
Brittany Bailey
March 19, 2026
The highly anticipated CDIA Connect 2026 will take place May 6–8 at the Grand Hyatt Washington. We’re excited to highlight our Regulatory Compliance Track, sponsored by Troutman Pepper Locke. This...
Brittany Bailey
March 4, 2026
If you’re looking to expand your network, exchange ideas, and build meaningful professional relationships across the consumer data ecosystem, this is...
Brittany Bailey
January 14, 2026
Sponsorship opportunities for CDIA Connect 2026 are officially open! Looking to elevate your brand at the premier conference for the consumer reporting industry?...
Brittany Bailey
August 27, 2025
The CDIA’s Metro 2® Format Advanced Workshop is the premier event for in-depth learning in the Metro 2® Format reporting standards. As...