Promotions

The promotions cornerstone is responsible for encouraging the auction methodology of competitive bidding to the public and the value added to the auction professional.

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Advocacy

The advocacy cornerstone looks for opportunities to advocate for the auction industry, whether that be in a governmental space or the private sector.

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Community

The community cornerstone provides opportunities for members to engage and support one another throughout social media, events and virtual conversations.

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Education

The education cornerstone is dedicated to providing members with the latest in auction continuing education such as seminars and professional designation programs.

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Auctions Work Blog

  • Gen Z Plugs In To Auctions

    Ever wonder how Generation Z, aka Gen Z, plugs into auctions? Born between the mid-1990s to the early 2010s, this demographic group probably have a different...

  • Calif. Truckers Need Auctions Now

    If you own and operate on-road commercial trucks in California, you may need an auctioneer, and you don't even know it! Recently, the California Air Resources...

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The Auctioneer  Magazine

From the President:
John Schultz

As I step into the role of the 76th President of the National Auction Association, I'm filled with a profound sense of gratitude and responsibility. This journey, which began in 1992 at my grandfather's auction, has led me to this moment, and I'm honored to serve an industry that has given me so much. Our auction community is unlike any other. It's a tapestry woven from the threads of tradition, innovation, and unwavering support for one another. I witnessed this firsthand when auctioneers from across the state came to support my family during my grandfather's auction. This experience instilled in me a deep appreciation for the unique bond that ties... 

Uses for AI in the Auction Industry

From ChatGPT to Gemini to Claude, artificial intelligence is everywhere, and professionals increasingly incorporate it into their daily business activities. If you’re not using AI, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about and how the technology can help your organization.  On the other hand, if you’re already using AI for specific tasks, you may be surprised to learn about some out-of-the-box ways these tools can make your job easier. When people think about the artificial intelligence tools that have exploded in the last few years, they probably think about how they’re used for writing certain types of content—and there’s a good reason for that. Professionals in the...