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National Auction Association CAI Next Program
National Auction Association – Certified Auctioneer Institute – NEXT
April 1-3, 2026
Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana (Go Hoosiers!)
Epic Auction’s Brad Stoecker to Co-Chair CAI Next 2026 at Indiana University
Brad Stoecker, owner and lead auctioneer of Epic Auctions & Estate Sales in Michigan, will serve as Co-Chair of CAI Next 2026, a national professional development event hosted by the National Auction Association (NAA) and held April 1–3, 2026, at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.
CAI Next is an advanced continuing education event designed exclusively for graduates of the NAA’s prestigious Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) program. The event brings together experienced auction professionals from across the United States who are focused on growing their auction companies, improving operations, and expanding opportunities in areas such as estate auctions, real estate auctions, and online auctions.
As a member of the NAA Education Cornerstone Committee, Stoecker has helped guide the development of the 2026 program. The event is structured around practical strategies and real-world insights from auction professionals who are actively succeeding in today’s competitive marketplace. Sessions focus on marketing, business strategy, leadership, technology, and operational improvements that auctioneers can implement immediately within their own companies.
In addition to the educational sessions, CAI Next provides a unique environment for professional networking and collaboration. Auction company owners and managers from across the country gather to exchange ideas, discuss industry trends, and build relationships that often lead to future partnerships and business opportunities.
Stoecker’s role in helping lead CAI Next reflects his continued involvement in advancing education and professionalism within the auction industry. As a graduate of the Certified Auctioneers Institute and owner of Epic Auctions & Estate Sales, he remains actively engaged in both national industry leadership and the day-to-day operation of a growing Michigan-based auction company specializing in estate and real estate auctions.