April 1 – April 3, 2026 | Bloomington, IN
Wednesday – Friday, April 1 – April 3, 2026 | Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
The CAI designation sets you apart as one of the industry’s elite. Now it’s time to leverage it.
CAI Next is where top auction professionals come to grow their businesses. Connect with peers who understand your challenges, reconnect with trusted colleagues, and build the relationships that translate directly to revenue.
This April we are heading back to Indiana University for sessions built around one goal: expanding your business. Learn proven strategies from professionals who are winning right now, tackle the obstacles holding you back, and leave with actionable plans to take your operation to the next level.
Celebrating 50 Years of CAI
In 2026, we will celebrate 50 years of the Certified Auctioneers Institute — the highest level of professional achievement in our industry. We want to mark this milestone in a way that honors the past while investing in the future. We are inviting every CAI holder to give an optional and additional gift that reflects the strength of this program: $50 for each year you’ve held your designation or a one-time $50 gift.
What Comes after CAI Next?
CAI and CAI Next are the highest level of auction-specific education we offer. This spring, we’ll preview a new next-step pathway for CAI-level professionals through a pilot partnership with the Kelley School of Business (Indiana University)—covering advanced business leadership topics like AI, finance, strategy, and negotiation. Details will be shared with attendees at 2026 CAI and CAI Next.