Levi Gates is the Director of Automotive Appearance at Autowash and a 30-year veteran of the detailing industry. Known by many as the "Master of Shine" Levi has worked across every side of the business—from starting at a carwash at 16 to high volume production shop, to detailing cars in a two-bay garage to helping launch global detailing brands, design innovative tools, and educate thousands of professionals and DIYers alike.  Before joining Autowash, Levi spent eight years at The Rag Company as a product developer, content creator, and international educator. He's also contributed to the success and development of many brands worldwide and is a multiple-time speaker at both Mobile Tech Expo & Automechanika Frankfurt.  Now based in Denver, Levi leads the Autowash Showroom—bridging car washing and high-end detailing to create an express detailing model that actually works. He is passionate about training the next generation of detailers and turning high-quality service into scalable success. He has been a member of the IDA for nearly 10 years and holds a CD-SV,RIT. He is also a former Founders Club member, former Chair of the Certification Committee, and is the current Chair of the International Chapter Development Committee.