This award is presented to a detailer who has worked in a specialty area of the detailing industry (watercraft, motorcycle, RV, aviation, specialty/heavy equipment) for a minimum of three (3) years, and that specialty comprises 70% or more of their detailing work completed. This individual demonstrates outstanding specialty-specific skills and knowledge, and lives up to the ideals indicated in the IDA Code of Ethics. Special consideration will be given to those candidates holding an IDA specialty certification and industry certifications. Need not be an IDA member. The IDA Nominating Committee will narrow the field of candidates to the top three choices to then be sent for vote. The winner will be announced at the IDA Annual Business Meeting. Self-nominations are not accepted. (Previously, Marine Detailer of the Year.)