Join us January 17-18, 2025 in Greensboro, NC for our annual Convention & Contests. This year we are rolling out an early bird discount (must purchase tickets before November 25th) & a teams competition (limited to first 15 teams). There will be 7 hours of CE offered this year to allow a bit more time for networking and social fun. We hope to see you in Greensboro in January!

We hope to see you January in Lexington at our Annual Convention! More information coming soon! January 23 Auction Basics January 24 CORE (January, February, March birthdates are required for CORE in 2025), Contests in the Evening January 25 General CE Education, Contests & Awards in the Evening January 26 Chapel, Kentucky Board of Auctioneers Meeting & KAA Membership Meeting

Featured Speaker: With over a decade of hands-on experience in the auction industry, John John has successfully turned a vision into a thriving business. In 2012 he embarked on the entrepreneurial journey of founding his own auction company from the ground up, without any external funding or investment. Through dedication, strategic growth, and a commitment to excellence, his company now manages as many as 75 auctions annually, all with a lean team of three full-time employees, including John John.  His streamlined approach and focus on client satisfaction has positioned them as leaders in the auction industry. In addition to his business achievements, he is deeply committed to giving back to the auction community. John John has proudly served on the board of directors for the National Auction Association for over a decade, where he has contributed to the advancement of the profession. Has he enters his 11th year of volunteer service, he remains passionate about fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of auction professionals.

Mark Your Calendars for the Michigan Auctioneers Association (MAA) Annual Conference! January 29-31, 2025 January 29 Real Estate Continuing Education, Roundtables & Opening night January 30 Education, Exhibitor Sponsor Luncheon, MAA Annual Membership Meeting, President’s Ball, Awards January 31 Education, Networking Luncheon, Michigan Auctioneer Championship, Michigan Ringman Championship & MAA Benefit Auction Our registration information and hotel links will be posted soon! Would you like to be an exhibitor and/or sponsor?  See forms below! Exhibitor Registration Form Sponsor Registration Form Auction Donation Form Scholarship Application Mt Pleasant Comfort Inn & Suites 2424 South Mission, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48858 Phone: (989)772-4000 * www.mtpcomfortinn.com

More information coming soon! Thursday: FFA Contest -- Please come out and support these students and the future of the Auction Industry! These kids have worked hard honing their craft to prepare for this event. Hospitality Suite to follow. Friday: General CE & Contests Saturday: General CE & Contests/Awards Sunday: Day at the Races

Planning for the 2025 Iowa Auctioneers Association Convention is underway! Mark you calendar now for January 30, 2025 – February 1, 2025 and plan to attend the convention in Des Moines. More details coming later this year. We look forward to seeing you there!

MPAA Winter Conference Schedule Register before 2/1/2025 to save! Thursday, February 13, 2025 Continuing Education presented by Jason Winter-Real Estate Auctions 101 & Multi-Par Auctions-6 hrs RE credit Auction Facility Tour Friday, February 14, 2025 Remarks by MPAA President, Suzanna Wolfe Using AI to promote your auction business presented by Nick Niehaus with Business Video School NAA Speaker Erik Rasmus, CAI, AMM Fun Auction Ringman Competition - $300 in prize money! Saturday, February 15, 2025: NAA Speaker Erik Rasmus, CAI, AMM MPAA Business Meeting Hall of Fame Induction Scholarship Award Presentation Marketing Competition Bid Calling Competition - $1,000 in prize money! Other Conference Opportunities Networking with fellow auctioneers Meet with Vendors to assist in promoting your auction business

2025 NYSAA CONVENTION 2025 NYSAA Convention- click here for online registration February 15-16 Harbor Hotel- Watkins Glen Please plan to join your fellow auctioneers at the NYSAA 2025 Convention at the Glen Watkins Harbor Hotel, February 15-16. Kickoff will be Saturday, February 15 at Rooster Fish Brewing. The education, annual meeting, fun auction, awards, and championship will be held Sunday, February 16. The 2024 IAC Champion, Shane McCarrell, will be delivering three exceptional seminars that you will not want to miss. Room rate – Glen Watkins Harbor Hotel – $129/night plus taxes. Call 607-535-6116 – state that you are booking under the NYSAA block. Room block expires on January 16, 2025. 2025 NYSAA Schedule of Events 2025 Paper Registration 2025 NYSAA Sponsorship Opportunities 2025 NYSAA Exhibitor Packet 2025 NYSAA Championship Rules/Entry Form