From barns to ballrooms, bid calls to gavels, auctions large and small—our industry continues to thrive because of YOU. We are proud to represent such a dedicated, hardworking community across our great state.
As we wrap up the year, we extend our warmest wishes to all of our members, partners, and their families. May your homes be filled with peace, joy, and the spirit of the season.
From our Wisconsin family to yours…
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
— Wisconsin Auctioneers Association
Written by: David Allen Our lobbyist, Shawn Pfaff, and WAA Board Member, David Allen, have been meeting with representatives on behalf of the WAA. After more than a half-dozen total Capitol meetings, they discovered a couple big things. One, there is an interest in...
Who We Are: The Wisconsin Auctioneers Association (WAA) is a professional organization dedicated to supporting, representing, and advancing the auction industry throughout the state of Wisconsin. Founded to promote ethical practices, professional development, and...
John M “Jack” Reynolds Jr., age 92, of Dodgeville died on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Uplands Hills Hospital. Jack had been in good health and active until his house fire on May 31. Shortly after he suffered two strokes. Jack was born to John and Pearl Reynolds. He...
Thank you for volunteering to monitor our great education sessions this year! As an education monitor, you will be responsible for: Getting to the session room ten minutes before the session starts to meet the presenter and prepare. Be...
Stay Compliant. Stay Informed. Stay Ahead. The 2026 Wisconsin Auctioneers Association Convention brings together the most important regulatory voices affecting today’s auction professionals. This year’s convention will feature a powerful Rules & Regulations...
KEOSAUQUA — Howard W. Buckles, 78, of Keosauqua, died Jan. 18, 2010, at Van Buren Good Samaritan Center Hospice, Keosauqua. He was born near Douds April 22, 1931, to Ellsworth R. and Ruth Roberts Buckles. Howard graduated from Troy High School in 1948 and lived...
Dear WAA Members, I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the summer. We’ve had a board member step down and we will be filling the position at the annual meeting in January. This is a great opportunity to serve our members and better our association. If...
An unexpected package from an unknown sender arrives in your name. You open it and find a note that says it’s a gift, but it doesn't say who sent it. The note also says to scan a QR code to find out who sent it — or to get instructions on how to return it. Did...
Fellow Members, I can truly say I have never been more proud to be a WAA member as I do right now. We are half way through the year and I am seeing so much growth from our members… Starting with the great attendance and participation at the convention in February....
Congratulations to WAA member, Kathy Packard from North Central Sales Auctions & Real Estate LLC! Kathy was just appointed by the National Auctioneers Association to serve as an Education Institute Trustee. The Education Institute is responsible for all of the...