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Sherry Truhlar, CAI, BAS is President of Red Apple Auctions, a boutique auction firm partnering with nonprofits and schools to deliver exceptional fundraising galas. In addition to working onstage as an auctioneer, she's a trusted resource offstage for those seeking to improve the profitability of their events. Though her work has taken her to nearly every state and placed her alongside A-list celebrities, most days she is on Zoom, energizing individuals and groups to plan their best event yet. She lives in the Washing...

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Steve Thoren Fundraising Auctioneer

Steve's outgoing personality shines from the stage as he engages with the crowd and brings in top dollar for live auction items. Then he switches gears and is a master at tugging at your heart strings with an emotional and meaningful intro to the paddle raise as he touches people in such a way that they donate more but are happy about it. Everyone wins, especially the mission of the night. He finishes on a high note with a surprise that often brings in an additional $3 to 5,000. Everyone loves Steve, call him soon to ...

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Susan Johnson Founder, Owner, President & CEO, Lead Auctioneer

Susan has been in the auction business since 1997. As a first-generation Auctioneer, she worked in corporate America and fell in love with the auction industry after attending her first auction. Susan became a fully-licensed Auctioneer in 1998. She has earned the CAI, AARE, AMM, BAS, and CES designations. Susan won the State of Ohio Champion Bidcalling Contest twice. She is a lifetime member of the Ohio Auctioneers Association, where she has served on the Board of Directors as President as well as other board positi...

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Suzannah Underwood Auctioneer/Fundraising Ambassador

Suzannah Underwood is a California-based auctioneer and marketing professional with deep roots in agriculture and a passion for bringing people together through the excitement of live auctions. With years of experience behind the microphone, she approaches every event - whether a benefit gala or livestock sale - with gratitude, enthusiasm, and purpose. Known for her energy, authenticity, and attention to detail, Suzannah strives to represent every client well, engage every bidder, and create meaningful experiences that...

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The Ligon Company, CAI, CES, BAS (Certified Auctioneers Institute, Certified Estate Specialist, and Benefit Auctioneer Specialist) offers you over 30 years of real estate and auction expertise.

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Theresa Farrell Owner, BoldWave Fundraising - Principal Benefit Auctioneer | Fundraising Host | Custom Strategy & Consulting

Theresa Farrell is a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Event Fundraising Host, and Fundraising Consultant with two decades of experience raising millions for nonprofits. She is known for high energy delivering record-breaking results and is trusted by leading organizations across California. She co-founded and served as executive director of American Contemporary Ballet from 2010–2020, overseeing all fundraising and operations. A retired professional ballerina, Theresa enjoyed a prolific 17‐year performance career. ...

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Mission & Vision

The National Auction Association serves auction professionals by providing services built on four cornerstones: Advocacy, Community, Education, and Promotions.

Our vision is to be the unified voice of the auction profession, championing the interests of auctioneers everywhere.

Values Statement

We intentionally welcome all auction professionals. We do this without adherence to any social, religious, and/or political affiliation or creed.

We endeavor to foster a climate of purposeful inclusion, an environment where all can feel safe, valued, cared for, and given an opportunity to form meaningful connections with each other.

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