Mississippi auctioneers catch bids for Batson donation
May 2, 2018
There was a lot of fast talking going on at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association annual convention and bid calling championships held April 29 in D’Iberville. This year, about two dozen industry leaders were in attendance and auctioneers raised hundreds of dollars to be donated to Blaire E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jackson.
The Association raised the money during its annual convention held in D’Iberville through its Mississippi State Auctioneer Championships where contestants auctioned items donated by members. When the final gavel fell, Courtney Jo Weaver took home the top honor as the 2018 Mississippi State Champion Auctioneer, after a tie run-off with Henry Redmond who finished as Reserve Champion. Eric Rogers of Perkinston was awarded the distinction of Mississippi Rookie Auctioneer Champion. The three contestants competed for the titles with other auctioneers from around the state in front of a panel of judges scored on introduction, ability to engage the audience, use of hand gestures and body language, speed and rhythm of chant, use of eye contact, knowledge of the items to be auctioned and overall presentation.
The annual conference is the most anticipated event of the MAA’s year, as auction professionals across the state gather together to hear world class guest speakers, network with like-minded professionals, elect officers and directors, attend and compete in the bid-calling competition and fundraiser.
For more information about the Mississippi Auctioneers Association, visit mississippiauctioneers.org.
Mississippi auctioneers hold annual convention
May 2, 2018
There was a lot of fast talking going on at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association’s annual convention held April 29 in D’Iberville.
The annual conference is the most anticipated event of the MAA’s year, as auction professionals from across the state gather together to hear world class guest speakers, network with like-minded professionals, elect officers and board members, and attend and compete in the spectacular bid-calling competition known as the Mississippi State Auctioneer Championship.
This year, about two dozen industry leaders were in attendance. The meeting was opened by President Courtney Weaver with a prayer from Secretary/Treasurer Brett Hollingsworth, both of Hollingsworth Enterprises, Inc. in Forest. The convention focused on a variety of topics affecting the auction industry and featured guest speaker Will McLemore, CAI, of Nashville, Tenn., who educated members how to focus to make more money. Members also voted for new officers. Forest native and Nanih Waiya resident Courtney Jo Weaver was re-elected as president to serve a third term. Henry Redmond of Poplarville and Brett Hollingsworth of Forest, were also named to third terms as vice president and secretary/treasurer, respectively. Eric Rogers was elected to the Association’s Board of Directors.
The MAA holds bid calling contests annually auctioning donated items to raise money for a charity chosen by the attending members. When the final gavel fell, Courtney Jo Weaver took home the top honor as the 2018 Mississippi State Champion Auctioneer, after a tie run-off with Henry Redmond who finished as Reserve Champion. Eric Rogers of Perkinston was awarded the distinction of Mississippi Rookie Auctioneer Champion. Bidders helped to raise hundreds of dollars to be donated to the Blaire E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jackson.
For more information about the Mississippi Auctioneers Association, visit www.mississippiauctioneers.org
2018 Mississippi Auctioneers Association Conference
April 26, 2018
Make Plans to Attend!
2018 Mississippi Auctioneers Association Conference
WHEN: Sunday, April 29, 2018 (THIS WEEKEND!)
WHERE: Comfort Inn & Suites Biloxi-D’Iberville
Call now to book your room with group code MS Auctioneers, limited rooms available! 228-396-0036
12009 Indian River Rd., D’Iberville, MS 39540
8 a.m. Meet & Greet
9 a.m Conference
11 a.m. “Dutch” Lunch
HIGHLIGHTS:
Guest Speaker: Will McClemore- “Focus and Make More Money”
2018 MAA State Champion Auctioneer & Rookie Auctioneer Championships- ***Please bring 2-3 items to donate to the auction.***
Members-Only Benefits
Upcoming Events
South Dakota vs Wayfair- What it means for you!
Officer Elections
Roundtable Discussion
Continuing Education
Hotel block requested for night of April 28. Hotel should extend discount to Friday or Sunday night if needed. Please call me or email me if you have any problems booking with the hotel. Please call and book with the hotel directly to receive group discount.
***Please bring 2-3 items to donate to the auction.***
Bring your auction industry friends!
**Membership dues are due. You may send checks to 2749 Highway 21, Forest, MS 39074 or bring your check to Conference. Invoices will be coming soon. Membership Dues: $100, Optional Scholarship Donation: $25. Please let us know if you have any questions. 601-469-2705/601-564-8414
Martin wins state auctioneer championship; Hegwood wins state rookie auctioneer champion
April 19, 2017
It was a lot of fast talking going on at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association annual convention and bid calling championships April 3. When the final gavel fell, Jeff Martin took home the top honor as the 2017 Mississippi State Champion Auctioneer. Martin is President and CEO of Jeff Martin Auctioneers in Brooklyn.
David Hegwood of Brandon was awarded the distinction of Mississippi State Rookie Auctioneer Champion. Hegwood is an auctioneer and real estate agent for Nick Clark Auctions in Madison.
Martin and Hegwood competed with other auctioneers from around the state in front of a panel of judges
for the titles scored on introduction, ability to engage the audience, use of hand gestures and body language, speed and rhythm of chant, use of eye contact, knowledge of the items to be auctioned and overall presentation. This year, auctioneers raised hundreds of dollars to be donated to Blaire E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jack
son. The competition took place at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association’s annual conference held in Jackson.
The annual conference is the most anticipated event of the MAA’s year, as members and non-members alike gather together to hear world class guest speakers, network with like-minded professionals, elect officers and directors, and attend the spectacular bid-calling competition known as the Mississippi State Auctioneer Championship.
For more information about the Mississippi Auctioneers Association, visit mississippiauctioneers.org.
Mississippi auctioneers catch bids for Batson donation
April 19, 2017
It was a lot of fast talking going on at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association annual convention and bid calling championships April 3 in Jackson. This year, about two dozen industry leaders were in attendance and auctioneers raised hundreds of dollars to be donated to Blaire E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jackson.
The Association raised the money during its annual convention held in Jackson at the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association Convention Center through its Mississippi State Auctioneer Championships where contestants auctioned items donated by members. When the final gavel fell, Jeff Martin took home the top honor as the 2017 Mississippi State Champion Auctioneer. Martin is President and CEO of Jeff Martin Auctioneers in Brooklyn. David Hegwood of Brandon was awarded the distinction of Mississippi State Rookie Auctioneer Champion. Hegwood is an auctioneer and real estate agent for Nick Clark Auctions in Madison. Martin and Hegwood competed with other auctioneers from around the state in front of a panel of judges for the titles scored on introduction, ability to engage the audience, use of hand gestures and body language, speed and rhythm of chant, use of eye contact, knowledge of the items to be auctioned and overall presentation.
The annual conference is the most anticipated event of the MAA’s year, as members and non-members alike gather together to hear world class guest speakers, network with like-minded professionals, elect officers and directors, and attend the spectacular bid-calling competition known as the Mississippi Auctioneer Championship.
For more information about the Mississippi Auctioneers Association, visit mississippiauctioneers.org.
Mississippi auctioneers hold annual convention
April 19, 2017
It was a lot of fast talking going on at the Mississippi Auctioneers Association annual convention April 3 at the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association in Jackson.
The annual conference is the most anticipated event of the MAA’s year, as members and non-members alike gather together to hear world class guest speakers, network with like-minded professionals, elect officers and board members, and attend the spectacular bid-calling competition known as the Mississippi State Auctioneer Championship.
This year, about two dozen industry leaders were in attendance. The meeting was opened by President Courtney Weaver with a prayer from Secretary/Treasurer Brett Hollingsworth, both of Hollingsworth Enterprises, Inc. in Forest. The convention focused on a variety of topics affecting the auction industry. New officers were elected for 2017 after a brief lunch catered by Chimneyville of Jackson. Forest native and Nanih Waiya resident Courtney Jo Weaver was again elected as president to serve a second term. Henry Redmond of Poplarville and Brett Hollingsworth of Forest, were also named to second terms as vice president and secretary/treasurer respectively. Nick Clark of Madison was elected to the Association’s Board of Directors.
The MAA holds bid calling contests annually auctioning donated items to raise money for a charity voted on by the attending members. When the final gavel fell, Jeff Martin took home the top honor as the 2017 Mississippi State Champion Auctioneer. Martin is President and CEO of Jeff Martin Auctioneers in Brooklyn. David Hegwood of Brandon was awarded the distinction of Mississippi State Rookie Auctioneer Champion. Hegwood is an auctioneer and real estate agent for Nick Clark Auctions in Madison. Bidders raised money to be donated to the Blaire E. Batson Children’s Hospital in Jackson.
For more information about the Mississippi Auctioneers Association, visit mississippiauctioneers.org.
Annual Conference Scheduled in Jackson on April 3
March 31, 2017
Annual Conference
When: Monday, April 3, 2017
Where: Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association Convention Center
680 Monroe St A, Jackson, MS 39202
Time: 8 a.m.
Please join us for the MAA Annual Conference on April 3 at the Mississippi Cattlemen’s
Association Convention Center at 680 Monroe St A, Jackson, MS 39202- near the Mississippi
Coliseum. Registration, coffee and networking begin at 8 a.m. with Conference schedule beginning at 9 a.m. Your membership includes Conference registration, a free meal, educational sessions, roundtable discussion, and the chance to compete in the State/Rookie
Bid Calling Championship! Please remember to bring 3 to 4 items to donate to our annual Bid
Calling Championships and Charity Auction fundraiser. PLEASE BRING AN AUCTION INDUSTRY-RELATED GUEST with you!
If you have any questions, please feel free to give us call at (601) 469-2705, or send us an email at msauctioneers@hotmail.com. We hope to see you there!
MAA Past President throws first pitch at M-Braves game
September 2, 2016
William L. Head throws first pitch at M-Braves game.
MAA Past President William L. Head had the honor of throwing the first pitch at the Mississippi Braves game against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos on Friday, August 19 as the designated Pink Tie Guy for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Head was escorted onto the field by other foundation members and M-Braves officials. He greeted the crowd in his pink shirt with a wave before launching the ball towards the catcher. In attendance to cheer him on were fellow members of the Mississippi Auctioneers Association attending the event for the organization’s Summer Social.
Pink Tie Guys are partners in the Komen promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. The Pink Tie Guys are leaders who attest to the powerful fact that breast cancer is a disease that knows no boundaries and who bring a male voice to the urgency of finding the cures. These men are not afraid to wear pink, for they know pink is a symbol of hope, courage, strength and survivorship.
For more information on the Susan G. Komen Foundation and how you can get involved, please visit www.komen.org.
