Why use an auctioneer that is a member of the National Auctioneers Association?

After attending the 65th annual National Auctioneers Association Conference and Show in Louisville, Kentucky from July 8-12 the professionalism and integrity of the industry really showed itself.  While attending, auctioneers are discovering the latest concepts in their industry through classes, educational opportunities and speaking with auctioneers from all over the country.  We learn what is working and what is not, what is legal and what is not, and new ideas that only a select handful of auctioneers even know about.  Several auctioneers compete in a bid calling contest that put them in front of other professional auctioneers that critique their skills and ultimately make them better bid callers.  

Not only are auctioneers willing to share their stories of success, but auctioneers have designation courses that they can take to better their knowledge of each category of the auction business (i.e. fundraising, real estate, livestock, automobiles, etc.).  Auctioneers that go the extra mile and spend their hard-earned dollars to attend conference and show really care about offering the best services to their clients and have a passion to promote the auction industry as a whole.  

I sure would be careful in selecting an auctioneer to run my auction.  Members of the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) are integrity driven and really do care about the auction profession.  Remember, when selecting an auctioneer for your next fundraiser make sure they are a member of the NAA and are well versed in fundraising auctions.  "You wouldn't want a volunteer doctor conducting your surgery, so why would you have a volunteer auctioneer in charge of your fundraising auction where every dollar matters."

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Written by Mike Grigg, AARE, BAS of Elite Auctions & Fundraising Services