International Auctioneers Conference & Show 2010

This years 61st International Auctioneers Conference & Show was held in Greensboro, North Carolina, July 13-17. This conference provide auction professionals the opportunity to learn more about our profession through designated courses and by seminars offered during the conference. In addition to the learning aspect of the conference there is also the social interaction that these members get to be a part of. Members of the National Auctioneers Association and other non-members gather in open social settings to discuss their business and the business community in their area. This year one of the classes was instructed by a professional auctioneer from Capetown, South Africa. His class was on International Business and it was highly attended. The seminars offered ranged from beginner to advanced. So whatever stage of the business your in at this time this conference and what you learn can help you go to the next level.
I myself was a first time attendee to this event. Let me tell you, they welcomed me with open arms. I was invited for a "first timers" breakfast where me and my mentor the wonderful Traci Dower had breakfast together and mingled with other first time attendees. I sat by a gentleman from Canada,which if you know me it was perfect, since I once lived in Canada. We discussed his business and other things related to conducting auctions in Canada. From that point on every time I saw him at the conference I made sure I said hi.
This is just one example of the many delightful experiences and friendships I made while attending conference & show. I think I could write a book on all that I was a part of.
This experience showed me what a wonderful organization I'm apart of and how much I truly enjoy this business. I hope I can keep this feeling going throughout the rest of the year until next conference & show in Orlando. I'll have to get re-fueled. Next year will be extremely special to me since I will be receiving my CAI designation pin along with my fellow classmates. These classmates are now apart of my extended family and people I know I can turn to at anytime in my life. They've all showed their support for me during troubled times and I know that our bond will only get stronger as time goes by. Thank you CAI class of 2011
In summary I would like to say that if you aren't a member of the National Auctioneers Association....Join Today!!! This year's slogan was "Connect for Success" and that is a promise they keep!! Hope to see you in Orlando