Dodgers Championship Ice is Up for Grabs
Dodger Nation, the Boys in Blue made history with an epic back-to-back World Series title run. While the players are rocking their new hardware, our partner, MLB Auction, is giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to join the ring club. Right now on MLB Auction Marketplace, you can bid to win your very own, personalized 2025 […]
The Power of a Marketplace: NHL Auctions Welcomes New Partners
One of the absolute best perks of owning your own marketplace is the effortless ability to scale your ecosystem. Look no further than NHL Auctions for a prime example of this in action. Leveraging CDI’s native multi-seller functionality, NHL Auctions has just welcomed two incredible new approved partners to their platform: the NHL Coaches Association […]
History in the Making: WNBA Auctions Launch on MeiGray Marketplace
Today, we’re highlighting a landmark moment for our partner MeiGray: the launch of their first-ever WNBA auction listings on the new MeiGray Marketplace. Through exclusive new partnerships with the Golden State Valkyries and the Dallas Wings, MeiGray is bringing its gold-standard authentication to one of the fastest-growing leagues in sports. Auction Spotlight: Paige Bueckers & […]
A Strong Lead-off: MiLB Auctions Off to a Great Start in 2026
The 2026 Minor League Baseball (MiLB) season has officially kicked off, and early results on MiLB Auction Marketplace suggest a wonderful year ahead for fan engagement and memorabilia. International Momentum: The Vancouver Canadians’ SuccessThe success isn’t just limited to the United States. The Vancouver Canadians (the only Canadian-based team in MiLB) have seen phenomenal results that highlight […]
Loyalty as Access: A Few Takeaways from The New York Times
A recent piece from The New York Times highlighted a clear shift in loyalty strategy: points are no longer the headline — access is. Airlines, hotels, and credit card brands are using loyalty currency to unlock backstage tours, major sporting events, and other once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The value isn’t just in what members redeem. It’s in […]
Baker Mayfield Sets My Cause, My Cleats Auction Record
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield once again showed how impactful athletes can be off the field. Baker’s 2025 My Cause, My Cleats custom cleats drew a record-breaking $43,010 bid on NFL Auction Marketplace, the highest ever in the campaign’s history. The total surpasses Joe Burrow’s previous record of $35,150, set in 2021, signalling continued […]
Jamie Brenzel
The team at CDi was saddened to hear about the passing of Jamie Brenzel. He was instrumental in the founding of eDeal (the original parent company of Commerce Dynamics) and served as its President from 2000–2002, during the peak of the dot-com era. Jamie was a family man and a serial entrepreneur, founding a number […]
Braves Country Night: Live Event Marketplace in Action
As part of Braves Fest, the Atlanta Braves Foundation hosted Braves Country Night at Truist Park, an exclusive, high-energy gala that kicked off the 2026 season. With live music, great food, player appearances, and even a bar set up inside the Braves locker room, the night delivered a memorable fan experience in support of the […]
Going for Gold: Turning Olympic Energy Into Engagement
With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina underway and LA 2028 on the horizon, brands have a rare opportunity to connect with global audiences at a moment of peak passion and attention. The goal isn’t just to sponsor the Games – it’s to activate fans around them. The Marketplace Advantage Loyalty programs like Hilton […]
NFL Auction: How Overtime Bidding Turned $7K into $13,600
NFL Auction recently launched a truly unique playoff experience with an 18-hour auction window, giving fans the chance to travel with the San Francisco 49ers for their Wild Card matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles – including team travel, premium access, and game-day experiences. While the experience itself was incredible, the real story came at the […]