Letter from the President

Today, a new Board of Directors takes responsibility for the Arizona State Auctioneers Association. I first wish to recognize the efforts of the members of the outgoing Board of Directors and to thank them for their contributions to the ASAA. On a personal note, it is an honor and a privilege that I have the opportunity to lead the incoming board as its President. It is with great enthusiasm and anticipation that I welcome my fellow directors as they join me in office.

Michelangelo once said, “The greatest danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim to low, and achieving our mark.” The ASAA has never suffered from setting its aim too low. Rather, its time honored and impressive list of past Presidents have always aimed high and have never fallen short of achieving their goals. I pledge to do all I can in this next year to provide the type of leadership that will help guide and sustain this association no matter what challenge might present itself.

As the new president, one of my goals is to increase the membership of the association to shore up our income and balance sheet to provide more educational tools. Our membership numbers have seen a decline in recent years, well the educational needs for our members has never been greater. I challenge you to find any non-member auctioneer(s) and encourage him/her to get involved with ASAA. We all benefit from the increase in membership!

Finally, I would like to ask that if you or someone you know is interested in being on the planning committee, please let me know.

Sincerely,

Bill Betthauser
President, 2012-2013
Arizona Auctioneers Association
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WELCOME AUCTION PROFESSIONALS

It is an exciting time to be a part of the auction industry! Now more than ever the public needs our services to conduct the business at hand. No matter what part of the auction industry you find yourself, we hope you are busy and successful.

It is extremely important that it be known to all; the ASAA is not only for auctioneers anymore. We welcome all professionals associated with the auction industry. Also included are vendors that provide services to auction companies or the auction industry in general.

As most of you know, today’s marketplace demands that we conduct our businesses different then we have in the past. Our members must be willing to embrace current trends and the future. We too, the ASAA must adapt to these trends.

The ASAA Board of Directors is committed to a progressive organization.

• We feel our membership deserves a more progressive association.
• One that provides the services our members have asked for.
• The leadership needed to guide our organization forward.
• The education needed to stay informed of new technology.
• Provide a community of active participation and mentoring.
• We are excited for this new culture and hope that you are too!

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