Advocating for the Auction Industry
Public policy can directly affect how auction professionals do business.
The National Auction Association works to make sure the auction industry is understood,
represented and heard when federal policy decisions are made.
A seat at the table matters.
Advocacy is one of NAA’s four Cornerstones and a long-term commitment
to making sure the auction industry’s perspective is represented.
Advocacy Before It Becomes Urgent
NAA builds relationships with lawmakers, regulators and industry partners so the
auction industry’s voice is part of the conversation before issues become urgent.
We monitor federal legislation and regulation, explain how proposed policies could
affect auction professionals and help policymakers understand how the industry operates
in practice.
That sustained presence allows NAA to advocate from an informed position and respond
when policy decisions could affect the profession.
“The strongest voice for the auction industry is the voice of the people who work in it.”
Member Experience Makes Advocacy Stronger
Auction professionals understand how laws, regulations and market conditions affect
clients, businesses and communities in ways that cannot always be seen from Washington.
That experience helps NAA identify emerging challenges, establish long-term priorities
and advocate from a position grounded in practical industry knowledge.
The Political Side of Advocacy
The National Auction Association Political Action Committee gives eligible individuals
another way to support the industry’s federal advocacy efforts by helping elect
candidates for Congress who understand issues important to the auction industry.
Help Shape NAA’s Advocacy Work
NAA is looking for members who want to help guide advocacy efforts affecting the future
of the auction industry.
Members of the Advocacy Cornerstone bring industry knowledge, professional experience
and member perspective to NAA’s advocacy work.
Applications are accepted annually from December through March.
Who Can Apply?
Current NAA Member
Be a current NAA member for at least three years.
Active NAA Designation
Hold at least one active NAA designation.
Advocacy Cornerstone Committee
Meet the NAA members helping guide the association’s advocacy work and bring the
perspective of the auction industry into the national conversation.
