Memories – Arkansas Auctioneers Association

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SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT FOR OUR UPCOMING CONVENTION, JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 2, 2020 IN HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Kathleen (Katie) Lappe Eckhardt

Katie Lappe-Eckhardt has been is the real estate and auction industry for over 20 years. Her main focuses are mobile applications, websites, marketing and advertising.

At the young age of 27 Katie became the largest publisher in Kentucky, dominating over a quarter of the state for real estate and auction print publications. Recognized as a forward-thinking leader in the publishing industry she quickly realized that technology was powerful and after working with the Auctioneers of Kentucky for over 15 years she started the company AuctionLook. AuctionLook is an aggregate platform with 30+ websites, bidding platform connect, email campaigns and is the devel- oper of the National App, “Auctioneer”.

Katie has also established technology partner relationships between AuctionLook and over 15 State Auctioneer Associations, and for their website integration and is now a board member of Apro.bid. Katie is also a loving mother of three and an advocate for autism awareness and educational reform for children and adults with autism and learning disabilities.

Topic: How to Navigate your Association Website
Free membership auction marketing: local and national email blast, personal auction calendar embed, National app “Auctioneer”, 30 plus auc- tion websites. (10) AuctionLook’s Premier Services: Mobile Apps Websites Eventbrite Ad Retargeting. (10) Social network etiquette – What you should and should not be doing. (20) Get control of your Apps and Websites- Do I own my stuff? What kind of app is best for me? Your Dot Com Ownership. Don’t get locked in. (20) Are Online Auctions killing the Auctioneer? No! Closing Discussion – With on- line auctions growing at an unprecedented fast pace comes more online fraud and misrepresentation. We will discuss the unrecognized growing need for industry specialization and expertise in the auction industry to help protect the publics best interest. ... See MoreSee Less

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SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT FOR OUR UPCOMING CONVENTION, JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 2, 2020 IN HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Erik J. Longnecker

Erik J. Longnecker is the Area Supervisor of the Little Rock II Field Office of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Investigator Longnecker, who has been in this position since October 2012, oversees a staff of nine industry operations investigators who ensure that federally licensed firearms and explosives dealers, manufacturers, and importers are in compliance with Federal law and regulations. Investigator Longnecker began his career with ATF in 2005 and previously served as an industry operations investigator in Nashville, Tennessee. Prior to joining ATF, Investigator Longnecker served for five years as a police officer with the Clayton County Police Department in Jonesboro, Georgia. He holds a bachelor’s degree in International Affairs from the Georgia Institute of Technology. ... See MoreSee Less

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We would like to thank AuctionTime & Auction Flex for being a sponsor & vendor for our upcoming convention! We are looking forward to having you join us Makayla! ... See MoreSee Less

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SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT FOR OUR UPCOMING CONVENTION, JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 2, 2020 IN HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS: Brigitte Kruse!

Fifth-generation auctioneer Brigitte Kruse is the founder of GWS Auctions, which specializes in high-profile, celebrity-owned assets, royal family estates, Vietnamese artifacts, fine jewelry and couture fashion sales. GWS Auctions has worked closely with members of the Presley family, MGM archives, museums, top Hollywood archive facilities and represented 16 royal family collections at public sale.

Recognized as a knowledgeable industry professional, Kruse has appeared on numerous national media outlets— including Forbes, Fortune Magazine, Fox Business National News with Maria Bartiromo, CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, Bloomberg, KTLA, and Good Day LA—providing valuable insights into the auction business. GWS Auctions has received wide national and international print coverage from Forbes, MSNBC, CNN, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, the Chicago Tribune, The Economist, CNBC, USA Today, the New York Post, the Miami Herald, Associated Press and Reuters in more than 38 countries and in 32 languages.

A self-made success, Kruse and her husband started the company out of their garage in 2009. GWS Auctions has grown from those humble beginnings and now has an office in Agoura Hills, CA and manages a network of buyers all over the globe. Brigitte Kruse is the first woman auctioneer to set a Guinness World Record and is a proud member of the National Auctioneers Association, Forbes Business Council. She is also President of the Kruse Foundation and a Board Member of the Beverly Hills Design Institute.

Kruse GWS Auctions, Inc., provides a wide range of global experiences in every phase of the auction business, including research, advertising, inventory management, security services, cataloging and sales. Offering the highest level of customer service with a dedicated team of experts, GWS Auctions, Inc., prides itself on superior auction experiences and services for both buyers and sellers worldwide. Previous auctions include a jet owned by Elvis Presley, the first ever runway fashion show auction for a U.N. Ambassador, legendary entertainment memorabilia featuring Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Prince, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Whitney Houston, Steve McQueen, Marlon Brando and more, The world’s largest abandoned property auction in world history left by the wife of a famed Hollywood producer, fine jewelry, master timepieces, Vietnamese porcelains and artifacts from royal families.
Find out more at: www.gwsauctions.com

The title of the session is:
“Auction PR Pro”
About the session: This session will uncover some of the greatest secrets in the world of PR. Learn about exclusive services available to auctioneers that can turn your company into a household name overnight. Learn how to create an international story about your brand and auctions with the power of the press! ... See MoreSee Less

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The Arkansas Auctioneers Association (AAA) is a state-wide association dedicated to improving professionalism in the auction industry and promoting the auction method of marketing. The Association offers leadership, support, information and assistance to its members through its various committees and services, and lobbies to protect and enhance auction interests in the State. Members in good standing in the Arkansas Auctioneers Association abide by Arkansas Auction Law, AAA By-Laws and a strict Code of Ethics.