March-2008 - Auctioneers` Association of Alberta

VOLUME 74
NUMBER 1
MARCH 2008
2008 - 2009 EXECUTIVE
Back Row (L-R): Dale Menzak, Marc Bergevin, John Perlich, Brent Schlenker,
Gerald Zimmerman, Wade Michener
Front Row (L-R): Brad Neal, Lorraine Klepper, Robert Lind
Missing: Brent Cheung, Jody Linstrand, Don Montgomery
OFFICE ADDRESS:
R.R. #1, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5E1
Phone: (403) 340-2070
Fax:
(403) 340-2019
Website: www.albertaauctioneers.com
Editor: Lorraine Klepper
INDEX
Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Executive & Past Presidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Media Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Small Communities Have Huge Hearts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Print That Just Keeps Giving & Giving... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
''From Hoofbeats to Heartprints" 1st Annual Auction & Dinner . . . . . . . . 8
General Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
President's Annual Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Automotive Report by Wade Michener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Legislative Report by Mark Bergevin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Education Report by Don Montgomery & Brent Cheung . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Web Page Report by Brad Neal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2008 Auctioneering 101 & 201 Graduates List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Thanks... from Don Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2008 Convention High-lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22
Director Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-34
From the Office of the Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
AMVIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
75th Annual Auctioneer's Convention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
HAROLD RAVEN
GENERAL MANAGER
BERNI SMITHMAN
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Bay #1, 4768 Riverside Dr.
Red Deer, Alber ta T4N 2N7
Phone: (403) 342-2000
Fax:
(403) 347-9290
Let the RAVEN Do Your Printing!
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Message From The President
Well Ladies and Gentlemen, the 74th Annual Convention is behind
us now and what a GREAT ONE it was!
I am pleased and PROUD to have been elected as your President for
the next two years.
Don and Bev Montgomery are to be congratulated for a great 2008
convention and setting the mark high for future organizers.
I would like to thank Wayne Orsten for his hard work and dedication
to our organization as President, his years as a director, and his continuing support as our
liaison with AMVIC. Wayne has been and continues to be a grea ambassador for our
Industry.
If there is such a thing as a legacy from this posting for Wayne, it is the $30,200 cheque that
he presented on our behalf to the Canadian Cancer Society. I repeat the words of the
Society: "Thank you for the GREAT work done" to Wayne, Dale, Delton, Robert and each
and every person that sold a picture for this very worthwhile charity.
We now move into our 75th year. Let's make the celebration equal to the longevity of the
organization and work diligently to increase the amount we give to the Canadian Cancer
Society. Plus, let's strive for a very special convention in February 2009, which marks our
75th Anniversary "THINK ABOUT IT"! If every one of our 134 auction companies raised
just our $500, that alone would bring in $75,000 in our 75th year! Has a bit of a nice ring to
it! Call Lorraine TODAY to get your print(s) and let's make it a reality!
The organization is taking a big step towards exposure in the media via a television
campaign that says "Use Alberta Auctioneers Association Members". We believe that given
the huge strides made toward the betterment of the industry in general, it's time to reap a
reward from these efforts. Norm Moore, Don Montgomery and Ron Sekura have worked
very hard in achieving a goal that 5 years ago would not have seemed possible.
In closing, I wish everyone a great 2008 and look forward to representing you for the next
two years. Please feel free to contact me at anytime.
Sincerely,
Brad Neal
President
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2008 - 2009 Executive
PRESIDENT
Brad Neal, Sherwood Park . . . . . . (780) 990-4367
VICE-PRESIDENT
Robert Lind, Buck Creek . . . . . . . (780) 542-0123
PAST-PRESIDENT
Wayne Orsten, Airdire . . . . . . . . . (403) 333-5908
SECRETARY-TREASURER Lorraine Klepper, Red Deer . . . . . (403) 340-2070
DIRECTORS
Marc Bergevin, Edmonton . . . . . . (780) 915-9900
Brent Cheung, Calgary . . . . . . . . (403) 870-4331
Robert Lind, Buck Creek . . . . . . . (780) 542-0123
Jody Lindstrand, Camrose. . . . . . . (780) 608-0826
Dale Menzak, Vegreville . . . . . . . (780) 632-9851
Wade Michener, Calgary . . . . . . . (403) 333-7355
Don Montgomery, Blackfalds . . . . (403) 350-0523
Brad Neal, Sherwood Park . . . . . . (780) 990-4367
John Perlich, Lethbridge . . . . . . . . (403) 331-9911
Brent Schlenker, Medicine Hat . . . (403) 580-0222
Gerald Zimmerman, Wetaskiwin . (780) 361-7437
COMMITTEES
TERM
EXPIRY
DATE
2009
2010
2009
2010
2010
2011
2009
2009
2010
2011
2011
Legislative – Marc Bergevin & Jody Lindstrand
Education – Don Montgomery & Brent Cheung
Automotive – Wade Michener
AMVIC - Wayne Orsten
Media – Brad Neal & John Perlich
Tyro & Sales Bill, etc. – Dale Menzak & Robert Lind
Membership – Brent Schlenker
2009 Convention – Gerald Zimmerman, Colin Spencer
2010 Convention – Robert Lind
Investment Committee – Frank Hall, Marc Bergevin
Ron Sekura & Brent Cheung
PAST PRESIDENTS
2007
2006
2005
2004
2003
2002
2001
2000
1999
1998
1997
1996
1995
1994
1993
1992
1991
1990
1989
1988
Wayne Orsten
Wayne Orsten
Ron Victor
Ron Victor
Colin Spencer
Colin Spencer
Dave Sharp
Dave Sharp
Ron Sekura
Ron Sekura
Elgar Paras
Elgar Paras
Linda Baggaley
Linda Baggaley
Larry Graham
Larry Graham
Delton Wolff
Delton Wolff
Catherine Clausen
Wes Spencer
1987
1986
1985
1984
1983
1982
1981
1980
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1977
1976
1975
1974
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1972
1971
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1969
1968
Wes Spencer
Frank Hall
Ron Sim
Frank McInenly
Bob Balog
Jim Schlenker
Norm Moore
Keith Erdmann
Bob Smithens
Scott Hunter
Karl Zajes
Joe Perlich
Bud Haynes
Les Handley
Larry Irvine
John Allen
John Allen
Roy Campbell
Tony Perlich
Mike Lawrence
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1967
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1948
1947
1946
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1935
Garfield Ogilvie
Don H. Hutton
Earl Galvin
Walter Kitt
Vern Scown
Vern Scown
Earl Lanyon
Keith Sim
Frank Gwartney
J.C. Robertson
Ted Newby
Ted Newby
Alec Sim
Don Ball
Archie Boyce
C.S. Smith
Joseph H. Reed
Clarence Damron
Arthur Mitchell
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AUCTIONEER'S ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA
Media Release
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The Auctioneers Association of Alberta held its' 74 Annual Convention at the
Sheraton Cavalier, Calgary, AB on January 31 to February 2, 2008. We had in
excess of 135 people in attendance. Congratulations to Don Montgomery and his
committee. This was one of our best conventions ever.
Brad Neal was elected as President. Brad owns Foothills Equipment Liquidation,
Sherwood Park.Robert Lind, Buck Creek was elected Vice President. Wade
Michener, Jody Lindstrand and Gerald Zimmerman were re-elected as directors.
Newly elected director was Brent Schlenker from Medicine Hat, and we all welcome
him. The other directors in good standing are Marc Bergevin, John Perlich, Brent
Cheung, Don Montgomery and Dale Menzak.
Lorraine Klepper is Secretary-treasurer, now in her twenty-first year with the
organization and we can not thank her enough.
The Vern Scown Memorial Tyro Contest trophy was won by Ben Kellert from
Edmonton. The Tyro contest is an auction contest for auctioneers who have
graduated from an auction school within the last two years.
Foothills Equipment Liquidation, Sherwood Park, won the best business card
plaque.
Best sales bill plaque went to Lindstrand Auctions, Camrose.
Wolff Auction Services Ltd from Dapp won the best auction brochure plaque.
Best web page plaque went to Wolff Auction Service
We had a new contest this year. It was a photo contest. Phil Boras, Coaldale, was
the winner and he won the camera donated by Montgomery Auctions.
Art Scott received his 40 year-membership plaque and pin. The other 40-year
members not in attendance were Alex Dary, Peter Kowalchuck, Barry Martens, Ed
Walker, and Dwayne Sitler.
25 year-membership plaques were presented to Danny Willows and Larry Graham.
The other 25-year members not in attendance were Lorne Lenz, Jerry Hewson and
Cliff Pahl.
Distinguished Service Awards went to Linda Baggaley, Red Deer and Elgar Paras ,
Peace River.
Wayne Orsten presented Dan Holinda of the Canadian Cancer Society with a
cheque for $30,200.00. This money was raised by the auctioneers selling pictures
that we had commissioned by Bernie Brown.
Congratulations to all.
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Next years Convention will be our 75 It will be held at Fantasy Land Hotel in
Edmonton.
R.R. #1, Red Deer, Alberta T4N 5E1 • Tel. (403) 340-2070 • Fax (403) 340-2019
website: www.albertaautioneers.com
Small Communities Have Huge Hearts
There is no denying the community spirit in all of the smaller centers in Alberta.
Whether it be, for local sports teams, community organizations, major charities or to
help an individual in need you know if you're selling a charity auction in rural Alberta it
is going to be a success.
This was never more obvious then Auctioneers Association of Alberta Cancer
Fundraiser held over the course of last year. The event was a huge success raising
$30,200.00 for families coping with cancer. The presentation of the cheque even
made the CTV News, but none of this could have happened without the support of our
rural communities.
Of the total funds raised all but about $6000.00 came from small town Alberta.
Leading the way was the Village of Rockyford. Rockyford is about an hours drive east of
Calgary and has a population of about 350 people.
In November of last year the Rockyford Lions Club hosted a charity sale with proceeds
going towards renovations of the community hall. Not only was this a successful event
for them it also raised $6400.00 for our
cancer fund and established a new
record selling price of $3400.00 for a
single picture, but it didn’t end there.
In late December there was a fundraising
day for a member of their community
who was diagnosed with Lou Gerig’s
disease. This was a full day starting at 6
a.m. with a hockey tournament and
curling bonspiel that ran until 6 p.m.
Then there was a supper and auction.
Again the auction was a runaway success
for the community and also generated an
additional $2600.00 for our cancer fund, bringing the total raised in Rockyford alone
to $9000.00. This is an unbelievable amount to come out of one small community.
Robert Koester accepting plaque for Village of Rockyford
The Auctioneers Association of Alberta presented a plaque to the Rockyford Lions
Club and the Village of Rockyford in appreciation of them being the top contributors in
the province of Alberta to our Cancer fund.
You cannot beat the spirit shown in all or our smaller centres.
Wayne Orsten
Past President
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The Print That Just Keeps Giving & Giving...
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AUCTIONEER'S ASSOCIATION
OF ALBERTA
In Support of the Cancer Society
- print by Alberta artist Bernie Brown
On Saturday, February 9th, 2008 Bill had a charity auction for Harvest
Community Church in Beaumont. As was asked of the auctioneers at the
convention, Bill requested they allow him to auction off the Bernie Brown print
we got from the Auctioneer's Association.
Bill gave a little speal on how cancer has affected both of our families and
started to auction the print. The print started at $650.00 to finish at
$1,300.00. The people generously donated it back to be resold. The print
then sold for $1,000.00 and these people also donated it back to be resold.
The final resale of the print brought $750.00 for a grand total of $3,050.00.
Bill was speechless.
We were so excited about the start of our help to raise money for cancer
through the Auctioneer's Association; we just had to let you know!
- submitted by Bill & Sandra Horneman
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GENERAL MEETING
February 2, 2008 • Calgary, AB
Call Meeting to Order
President Wayne Orsten called the meeting to order at 1:15 pm. 50 members were in
attendance.
Reading of the Minutes
Lorraine Klepper read the minutes of the last general meeting. Darrell Domes/Dave
Sharp moved the minutes be adopted as read. Carried.
Report of Officers
Wayne Orsten gave the President's report. Wayne went through all of the meetings we
had this year. Dave Sharp/Bernard Florkow moved report. Carried. Report is attached.
Treasurer's Report: Lorraine Klepper reported on the financial statement. Ben Kellert
/Robert Lind moved the report be accepted as given. Carried.
Surety & Discipline Committee: Ron Sekura reported that there are 120 members with
$25,000 surety coverage and 50 with $15,000 surety coverage.
There are fewer written complaints. Service Alberta to give us results of their audits.
Don Streeper / James Smeltzer moved report.. Carried.
Report of Standing Committees
Legislative Report: Marc Bergevin reported that they had two meetings. One with
George Yates and Scott Hood and the other with the Minister Snelgrove.. Report
attached.
Education Committee: Don Montgomery. Auction 101 and Auction 201 course was
presented twice this year. March 14, 2007 and January 31, 2008.
Automotive Committee: Wade Michener. Report attached.
AMVIC: Wayne Orsten reported: AMVIC is forming a legislative committee to try and
change legislation as it relates to the auction industry. Wayne is going to try to be
appointed to this committee.The association has an excellent rapport with AMVIC.
Archives Committee: John Perlich reported our archives are at the Cochrane Museum.
Web Page Committee: Brad Neal. This Committee will become the Media
Committee. Report attached.
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Membership: Dale Menzak reported we have 428 members as of Dec 31. 2007.
Convention 2009: Fantasy Land Hotel February 12, 13, 14th. 75th Annual
Convention, Convention Chairman is Gerald Zimmerman; Colin Spencer will help
with the plans.
2008 Convention: Very successful.
Sales Bills etc being judged by Wheel & Deal and Global.
Tyro Committee: Dale Menzak reported we raised $31,840.00 Friday evening.
Nominations
Wade Michener, Gerald Zimmerman, Jody Lindstrand will let their names stand for reelection.
It was agreed a director could communicate at meetings via a conference call.
Dave Sharp/Ben Kellert nominated Brent Schlenker.
James Smeltzer/Frank Hall nominated Darrell Johnston.
Darrell Domes / Ron Victor nominated Dwayne Reilander.
Wayne Orsten moved nominations cease. Seconded by Delton Wolff. Carried.
Scrutinizers are Robert Lind, Delton Wolff and Ron Victor.
Elections
Elected were Wade Michener, Gerald Zimmerman, and Brent Schlenker for a three
year term, and Jody Lindstrand for a two year term.
Darrell Johnston/Dot Haynes moved ballets be destroyed. Carried.
New Business
Frank Hall made a motion that a committee be formed to examine what would be the
best use of the capital assets and surplus of the Auctioneers' Association of Alberta.
Elgar Paras seconded the motion. Carried.
2010 Convention will be held in Red Deer.
Darrell Johnston /Mike Kryzanowski moved we keep the same auditor. Carried.
Elgar Paras moved meeting be adjourned at 3:50 pm.
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PRESIDENT'S ANNUAL REPORT
2008 General Meeting
The Board of Directors held five meetings in 2007. The Association had a good year
and the Board of Directors had no major issues to deal with. The following is an
overview from each of the meetings.
February 10th
The new board was assigned to their committees as follows:
Vice President:
Archives:
2008 Convention:
2009 Convention:
Legislative:
Education:
Automotive:
AMVIC:
Membership:
Surety & Discipline:
Web Page:
Tyro Contest:
Sales Bills:
Nominating Committee:
TS
Brad Neal
John Perlich
Don Montgomery
Gerald Zimmerman
Mark Bergevin
Don Montgomery & Brent Cheung
Wade Michener
Wayne Orsten
Dale Menzak
Ron Sekura
Brad Neal
Jody Lindstrand
Gerald Zimmerman
Robert Lind
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President's Annual Report continued...
It was also decided to have Lorraine check out various banks to find the best interest
rates for our accounts while keeping them 100% secure.
March 26th
It was unanimously decided that all funds remain at the Treasury Branch for a two-year
term at 4%.
Archives reported that the Cochrane Museum would like to continue to work with us.
Surety & Discipine reported that one member had lost their bonding for repeatedly
not complying with the education requirements set down by the Association. Also,
that they were to meet with Scott Hood and George Yates to discuss concerns brought
forward regarding traveling auction companies.
Web Page:
It was decided that since not all of our members auction companies are bonded
through the Association that an auction company would not hav4e to be a member of
the Association to advertise their upcoming sales on our web page as long as the
principles of the company are members in good standing.
Automotive:
Copies of the Association contracts and bid cards to be sent to Ken Hientz for approval.
AMVIC reported they were dealing with a new minister and were still seeking funding
for a compensation fund.
September 10th
The Association was asked by one of its members to look into the possibility of
becoming self-regulating. Though being self-regulating would give the Association
more teeth in dealing with problems in the industry. It was decided that we should
approach other self-regulating industries to see if this could be economically
accomplished.
It was also decided that the association provide signs for its members to display stating
that under the Fair Trading Act: No Consignor or their agent can bid on their own items
at an auction sale whether the auction is reserved or unreserved.
...continued
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For more information, contact:
RICK WATTIE - Auctioneer/Instructor
Phone: (780) 453-6964 Fax: (780) 447-7307
Toll Free: 1-888-453-6964
Email: [email protected]
President's Annual Report continued...
March 19th
At AMVIC's request, their head of investigations Bob Knight attended this meeting.
The focus of the discussion was on the importance of the auction industry to continue
to work with AMVIC to seek out unlicensed cubers and to help them with information
on odometer roll-backs.
It was brought to our attention that the Motor Vehicle Dealer Association were
lobbying the government to have the legislation changed so they could sell "as is" to the
public. This would mean that we would be able to sell dealer vehicles without a
certificate of mechanical fitness. Our Association has sent them a letter offering our
support in changing the legislation.
Upon reviewing the costs of self-regulation, it was decided that it would not be in the
best interests of the Assocation to proceed at this time.
Wayne Orsten
President
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AUTOMOTIVE REPORT - By Wade Michener
A court ruling in Edmonton determined that Automotive Dealers are not allowed
to sell as is–where is, and the judge interpreted that to include public auctions.
Recently the Motor Dealers Association of Alberta has started a lobby to enable
dealers to sell a vehicle as is–where is regardless of the venue — be it on their lot or
through an auction.
The ability to sell as is–where is, is a crucial part of the auction process and so the
Auctioneer's Association has sent a letter to the MDA is support of its efforts. There
is of course no finite timeline on this so we will keep our members updated on the
progress through the Auctioneers Association magazine.
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LEGISLATIVE REPORT - By Marc Bergevin
We held two major meetings over last year.
One was held with George Yates and Scott Hood. We discussed 10 items. This was done out of a
courtesy to inform them that we had a meeting with Minister Snelgrove as well as his Special
Advisor, Cathy Kiss.
At the meeting with George and Scott it was suggested to prioritize the discussion items as well
very important to inform George and Scott who would then be meeting with the Minister. The
meeting was then held with Minister Snelgrove in December 2007 where the following 10 items
were discussed:
1.
Licensing of Auctioneers – one time registration. Previously discussed with George Yates –
Association agrees – can we move forward.
2.
Trust funds only in trust accounts (wording to be added to regulations) “All public funds
intended for public auction will be deposited in trust accounts”. Regs 16 (3)
3.
Two bidders on – Association and Scott Hood agreed to add proper wording to Regs. “If two
bidders are on after Auctioneer says should – re-open bidding to those two bidders only.
4.
Define qualified auctioneer in regulations to say: “minimum schooling 80 hours”,
previously agreed by Association and Director Regs. 6 (a) (iii)
5.
A) Central registry for stolen goods and vehicles or alternate registry (with all industries)
B) Liens on vehicles to be removed in proper time frame. Discussed with Scott Hood.
6.
The Association would like to be sent annual, bi-annual results of government audits on
Auction Company and their findings (previously agreed).
7.
Trust Fund Withdrawal – Define in Regs. How auction companies my pay consignor’s from
general account, before all trust fund sale proceeds have been collected. Regs 17 (1)
8.
Conflict of Commissioner of oaths being same person making and signing the contract – ie:
Auctioneer listing farm sale out in country and have to go back with a separate individual.
9.
The word “Auction” be restricted to licensed public auction business as discussed George
Yates.
10. Discuss traveling Auctions.
Follow up to the Dec. meeting is scheduled for early February where we will review the items
previously discussed.
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EDUCATION REPORT
- By Don Montgomery & Brent Cheung
Every year continuing education for auctioneers in the auction business is becoming more and
more important. The business climate and the way we do business continues to change even if
we think otherwise.
The Auctioneering 101 & 201 course was held on March 14/07 at the Capri in Red Deer,
Alberta.
It was held again in conjunction with our 2008 Convention. This was done on Thursday just
prior to the opening of Convention 2008. This was done for two reasons:
1. To cut costs & traveling time for the instructors, association, and those attending.
2. It was hoped that it would increase attendance at the convention.
The next course dates have not yet been established. It will likely be held only once, and just
before convention at it was this year.
Thank you to Ron Sekura, Brad Neal, Lorraine Klepper & Don Montgomery for taking the time
to instruct at these courses.
Personally, we feel that the auctioneers currently in the auction business are looking for more
training and education. The education committee needs to begin to look seriously at bringing in
trainers who appeal to the general membership and their education needs.
The Ringmen seminar at this year's convention was a testament of this fact. Many have asked
that we bring Mr. Rigby back for a three-day seminar. Work has already begun to do so.
If you have any suggestions, your education committee would love to hear from you.
Again, thank you for entrusting us with this responsibility.
WEB PAGE REPORT - By Brad Neal
There has been a significant improvement with the usage of the sale announcement feature on our
web page. Everyone needs to remember this feature is FREE and EASY to access.
The web page portfolio is being expanded. This will assist Lorraine with the monthly magazine.
This posting is now called the Media Committee and will also include assembling a television
campaign to promote Auction Companies that are Members of our Association.
By the time this magazine is out, our web page will have access to this edition plus all past editions
directly from the home page without having to log on.
We will continue to post notices that are for Association Members ONLY in a log-in area.
The Crime Stoppers Link on our web page is now a link to an area where any lost, stolen or other legal
sensitive items can be posted. This must be done by myself, so if you have items that you want
reported here, don't hesitate to call.
I have been in touch with the RCMP 'K' Division and believe that we will have their support in advising
us on a detachment by detachment level of things that we should be aware of.
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2008 AUCTIONEERING 101 & 201 GRADUATES
DEAN
ROBERT
TRACY
TERRY
SANDRA
BILL
PAUL
ALAN
DANNY
GALE
JOE
DWAYNE
DON
LANA
DARREN
ALLAN
JEFF
ARNTZEN
BERGEVIN
ELKE
HADDOCK
HORNEMAN
HORNEMAN
KORMOS
LEYS
MAZEROLLE
MILLER
PERLICH
REILANDER
STREEPER
TOEWS
TOEWS
WALPER
WICKENHEISER
Congratulations!
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THANKS...
to all those who attended this years AAA Convention in Calgary. I am still overwhelmed
with the support we had by all who took the time to attend.
Never have so many attended the Thursday night's reception and stayed so late. Brian
Rigby's ringmen course was filled and overflowing with attendees. The other seminars
were all well received as well. Barry Jung's seminar on “internet selling” and “selling your
own Internet auction” was a real hit for many.
Brad Neal said that even he learned something about his camera that he never knew
before.
Friday noon we were blessed with television cameras beaming us across Alberta and
beyond as Wayne Orsten presented the Cancer Foundation with a cheque for over
$30,000.00 dollars. That evening the Tyro Auction grossed a record amount. Thanks very
much to all donors and buyers. A special thanks to two great sponsors The Farm Press
Group & Farm Business Communications.
Saturday night was the Brett Kissell show. How can a 17-year-old youth have that much
talent, stage presence, and politeness all wrapped up in one? What a show! When was the
last time you saw a Saturday night with 90 people wanting more at 12:30 am?
Oh, I almost forgot. The FOOOOOOD and service was something else! Thanks Sheraton
Cavalier for the great job.
I'm almost out of breath and my heart rate is up just writing this. Thanks again to everyone
who took the time to attend, to help, to encourage or what ever. If you missed this one
don't miss the 75th Anniversary Convention in Edmonton. It promises to be better than
ever.
Don Montgomery
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C O N V E N T I ON
High-lights
Lorraine Klepper presenting Edgar Paras with the
Distinguished Service Award
Bud Haynes presenting Linda Baggley with the
Distinguished Service Award
Brad Neal presenting Wayne Orsten with gavel
in appreciation for being president
Danny Willows receiving his 25-Year plaque
from Wayne Orsten
Gerald Zimmerman presenting Delton Wolff with plaque
for Best Web Page
Don Montgomery presenting Phil Boras with a camera,
donated by Montgomery Auctions, for Best Photo
Wayne Orsten presenting Farm Press with a 'Thank You'
plaque for the generous donations to our Convention
Delton Wolff presenting Brian Rigby with gavel
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20 0 8
C O N V E N T I ON
High-lights
Wayne Orsten receiving plaque for raising the most money
Wayne Orsten presenting Canadian Cancer Society
with a $30,200 cheque
Wayne Orsten presenting Art Scott with 40-year
membership plaque
Bernerd Florkow receiving plaque for Linstrand's Auction
Wayne Orsten presenting Farm Business Communications with
appreciation plaque for the generous donation to the Tryo Contest
Larry Graham receiving his 25-year membership plaque
Dale Menzak presenting the Winner of the Tyro Contest,
Ben Kellert, with the plaque
Tyro Contestants: Dean Arntzen, Allan Walper, Bill Horneman,
Dwayne Wieler, Joe Perlich, Ben Kellert
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20 0 8
C O N V E N T I ON
High-lights
Ron Sekura enjoying buffet while
Darrel Domes watches
Brent Kissell
Dave Sharp telling Lorraine Klepper a story
Brian Rigby's ringman course
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Don Oberg - ringman at Tyro Contest
Brian Rigby & Don Montgomery
Frank Hall posing for the camera
Kevin King registering Darrel Johnston and Pete Conway
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20 0 8
C O N V E N T I ON
Larry & Linda Graham, Frank Hall and Elgar Paras
High-lights
Dave Sharp, John Perlich, Ron Victor
Robert Lind with his creation
Elgar Paras playing with Play Dough
Lion King
Tracey Spencer auctioning
Deep in conversation
Don & Bev Montgomery enjoying the entertainment
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20 0 8
C O N V E N T I ON
High-lights
Fun
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Marc Bergevin
Marc Bergevin began his interest in auctioning at an early age by attending the Reisch World
WideCollegeofAuctioneersinIowain1984.
Upon graduating from the program, he returned to the Vancouver area and worked as
an Auctioneer with the cattle industry.
About a year later, Marc was offered an opportunity to join Lawrence Auto Auctions of
Vancouver. Over the next few years he moved from Vancouver, to Toronto, Hamilton
and Edmonton gaining more knowledge as an auctioneer and progressing into
management positions. He returned to Vancouver in 1989 as Sales Manager with
Canadian Auction Group formerly known as Lawrence Auto Auction.
In 1996 he entered a competition with the B.C. Auctioneers Association and won the
award of Auctioneer of the Year.
He applied and was accepted as a Directory on the board of the B.C. Auctioneers
association, which he held for two years.
In the fall of 1998, Marc moved to Edmonton as the General Manager with the
Canadian Auction Group now known as ADESA.
In 2005 he was appointed as a Director of the Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council,
(AMVIC) and he served as Treasurer. He also serves as a Director on the board for the
Alberta Auctioneer's Association of Alberta.
Marc has worked very hard throughout his career as an Auctioneer and he is well
respected by his peers, associates and clientele. As a result, he is extremely grateful for
the life he, his wife Karen and their two daughters now enjoy.
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Brent Cheung
It was in 1987, after deciding to take a year off between high school and University,
and in desperate need of part-time employment to support a year of introspection
[read: carousing and altogether poor behaviour] that Brent was introduced to the
glamorous life of an auctioneer, and began working for Frank and Terri Hall at Hall’s
Auction Services Ltd. in Calgary.
Five years later, following four aimless years of University studies, continued part-time
employment at Hall’s, and further introspection [read: massive credit card debt], Brent
came to the realization that higher education and a big salary was not what life was
really about and accepted a fulltime position with Hall’s as warehouse manager.
In 1995, the opportunity came along to attend auction school. Brent’s years of quiet
study under the tutelage of Frank Hall [read: brown-nosing and sucking up] came to
good use, seeing him graduate the Western Canadian School of Auctioneers as class
President and Valedictorian.
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Ever the glutton for punishment, and in spite of the promise he made to himself to give
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Institute of Certified Canadian Auctioneers, and in 2002, became a certified appraiser
with the International Society of Appraisers.
Alas, all good things must come to an end, and in 2002, Brent left Hall’s Auction
Services. After a few more months of introspection [read: self-pity], he accepted a
position with Century Services Inc. and began a whirlwind education of the industrial
and commercial auction trade. Unfortunately, his previous years spent dealing with
antiques, artwork, jewellery and collectibles had not prepared him for the harsh
realities of the industrial and commercial industry, i.e. grease and grime. Thankfully, he
was able to draw upon the support and experience of fellow Centurions and past A.A.
of A. President’s Colin Spencer and Ron Victor, and in short course, began to
appreciate the finer qualities of the industry…Wrangler’s and pickup trucks.
And through it all, Brent has had the bountiful support of his loving wife Candace, and
in 2003, was blessed with the addition of daughter Audree [read: Centre of the
Universe].
Brent is excited to be back on the Association’s Board and looks forward to serving the
membership for years to come.
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Robert Lind
I was born and raised on a mixed farm at Buck Creek near Drayton Valley. My wife
Carol and I have raised Purebred Simmental Cattle for 20 years. We have our annual
bull sale at Red Deer in February.
From 1996 to 2002, I served as a Director and President of the Alberta Simmental
Association. From 2002 to 2005, I was a Director on the Canadian Simmental
Assocation.
In 1978, I started riding in the rodeos, traveling all around Alberta and eventually quit
riding bulls in 1998 when I decdied I wanted to become an auctioneer.
I graduated from the Western Canadian School of Auctioneering in Calgary on
October 3, 1998. At that time the school was owned by Larry Graham. I was voted as
President of the class. I joined the Alberta Auctioneer's Assocation in January of 1999
where I completed and won the Tyro contest. I was also voted on as a Director of the
Association at the meeting and am currently the Vice President.
We had our first machinery consignment sale on the farm May long weekend in 1999
and the next September long weekend. Since then we have made them annual sales.
Last spring was the largest ever with 285 consignors and just under 6,000 people
attended. We have developed the sale yard into a permanent facility. We also have
about 35 farm sales around the Drayton Valley area.
From October to March, in the farm sale off-season, I work with Transcon Livestock.
They manage Purebred Simmental sales selling bulls in the spring and females in the
fall. I have worked these sales across Canada, from Abbotsford, British Columbia to
Chester Basin, Nova Scotia and many sales in between, but mostly in Alberta.
I really enjoy the auction business and love to meet so many great people in many
different industries.
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Jody Lindstrand
President & General Manager - (Lindstrand Auctions Ltd.), Auctioneer, CPPA
Director - Auctioneer's Association of Alberta
Graduate - Western Canada School of Auctioneering - Lacombe, AB - 1987
Certified Appraiser - Canadian Personal Property Appraisers Group - 2005
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Dale Menzak was born and raised in the Vegreville area. Dale is married to
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fulfilled his lifelong dream in 1994, when he attended Auction school and became
an auctioneer. After working with several different auctioneers for a couple years,
Dale & Gladys decided to start their own business. On March 31, 1996, Dale’s
Auction Service held its first sale.
In April of 2004, Dale’s Auction Service built a new facility for its sales in Vegreville.
The Auction Service hosts auctions including household, antique, estate &
consignment sales; plus on-site auctions. The selling of real estate by auction is
also proving to be very successful for the Auction Company. As a commitment to
the community Dale’s Auction Service does approx. 10 charity auctions per year.
Dale keeps himself very busy and is involved in several community groups. He is
the Vice-president of the Ranfurly Ag. Society and a Director for the Innisfree Fish
and Game. Dale is a licensed embalmer and funeral director with Park Memorial
Funeral Home in Vegreville. In his spare time, Dale enjoys driving percheron team
of horses, giving wagon and sleigh rides to different youth and church groups.
Dale is pleased and proud to be a part of the Auctioneer’s Association of Alberta
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Wade Michener
Wade currently lives in Airdrie, Alberta with his wife Michelle of 26 years and their
4 children; two of which are working with him at the auction in Calgary.
He is the co-owner of Michener Allen Auctioneering LTD., a family-owned and
operated business since 1971, with locations in Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg.
Wade attended Auction School in December of 1979 and has been selling
vehicles and industrial equipment by public auction ever since.
He is the National Account Manager for the current Vehicle Disposal Services
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Don Montgomery, ICCA, CAGA, CPPA
Don Montgomery has been involved in the automotive, agriculture, light industrial and
commercial industries for over 30 years.
He graduated from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in 1979 as a Partsman
Journeyman. More than 18 years has been spent in direct wholesale marketing in the
automotive parts industry.
He also graduated from Western College of Auctioneering, Billings, Montana in 1988. He
has owned and operated Montgomery Auction Services Ltd. since that time selling
primarily agricultural machinery, light industrial and commercial equipment, autos, trucks,
RVs and real estate.
Don has been a member in good standing with the Auctioneers Association of Alberta since
1988. He is also a member in good standing with the Auctioneers Association of Canada
and the National Auctioneers Association in the USA since 1988.
Don completed the Personal Property Appraiser Certification Program, “Certified
Appraisers Guild of America” in March 1994. In 1995 Don completed the “Canadian
Personal Property Appraisers Group” training program. Don has successfully completed
the “Institute of Certified Canadian Auctioneers” study program in 2000.
Don Montgomery and Montgomery Auction Services Ltd. continually strives to keep
abreast of the markets through trade publications, business associated, consultants, area
sales and auctions.
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Brent Schlenker
Brent Schlenker of Medicine Hat, Alberta graduated from the Western College of
Auctioneering, Billings Montana in March 1971. He was at that time one of the
youngest ever to graduate from the class at a ripe age of 16 years old. He has
become a member of the Alberta Auctioneers Association at that time. Brent
joined his father Jim Schlenker of Schlenker Auction Service and fellow auctioneer
Allan Schacher as well as many other auctioneers that worked for their family
business over the 43 years. As a young fellow in the business he was known as the
'Scrap Iron Specialist' and received much of his practical experience selling the
'Junk on the Hill' then eventually selling smalls on the flat wagons at farm sales.
Brent also worked the ring at their cattle market for several years then had the
opportunity to share in some of the selling duties with his father.
He still
remembers the day in 1974 when he sold the first load of steer calves for a record
dollar a pound in the south country of Alberta. Dave Schorr bought this load of
featherneck's for one of his Ontario orders. Brent has gone on to sell on occasion
with other livestock yards and auctioneers at Hat Livestock, Airport Livestock,
Brooks Livestock, Walsh Stockyards, Empress Stockyards, John Charlton and Doug
Ellis at the Medicine Hat Feeding Company. Brent was the founder of Stockmans
Exchange in Medicine Hat selling livestock in the modern handling facility he
designed, and he was one of the original participants in cattle via new methods of
marketing via; Electronic Marketing (Nilssons) Live Satelite Auctions (Sask Pool)
Rancher & Feeder Video Auctions (Balog) Brent also was active as an order buyer
and broker for some Canadian and American feedlots and packers. Brent enjoyed
selling Registered Quarter Horse Sales, Grade horse sales, Purebred Cattle
auctions over the years and misses the sale barn action. He still is committed to
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agriculture with Farm Auction and his Real Estate business. Rural people are
always part of his life.
Brent's passion as a younger man was spent at rodeos riding bulls in Canada and
the U.S. for 4 years then Team Roping for 8 years. He then found another sport
that consumed him, Fly Fishing. He operated a guiding company for many years
and gained the respect of the Fly Fishing fraternity as a Pro Staff member for many
prominent fishing equipment companies, and has been featured in many
Television Shows, Magazine articles, featured speaker at Outdoor Shows in
Canada and the United States. His wife Dyanne, is also a very keen Fly Fisher as
well as their 4 sons and now the 6 grandchildren are getting prepared for small trips
fishing and camping.
Brent is now a full partner in Schlenker Auction Service sells about 50-60 sales per
year with his father Jim Schlenker, and brother in-law Calvin Heller. He is very
proud to have a great dedicated auction crew working with them at sales
including; antique, collectibles, farm and ranch equipment, light industrial,
automotive, real estate, and liquidations.
Brent is also a certified Personal
Property Appraiser for several years and is contracted through ARC Appraisals in
Medicine Hat, Lethbridge and Bassano offices. Brent has been active as a Farm
and Ranch Real Estate agent back into the early 1980's. He is a dual-licensed real
estate agent in Alberta and Saskatchewan with Royal LePage Community Realty
and specializes in Farm and Ranches along with some residential and commercial
real estate.
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DIRECTOR PROFILE
Gerald Zimmerman
Gerald took his auctioneering schooling at the Western College of Auctioneering
in Billings, Montana in the spring of 1980. Soon after graduation, he started selling
cattle at the Edmonton Stock Yards, and also worked for Sept's Auction Service in
Leduc.
Gerald continued at the Stock Yards until 1986, and worked farm sales for Jim Sept
until 1992, when he decided to start his own company. Zimmerman Auctions Ltd.
specializes in agricultural auctions sales in Central Alberta , conducting between
30 and 40 sales a year.
Together with his wife, Colleen, and their three children, the auction business has
become a family affair. They offer a full line of services to the consignors when
conducting sales.
Gerald supports his community by performing numerous charity auctions each
year, including local 4-H programs, Ducks Unlimited and more. He became an
active member of the Auctioneer's Association Board of Directors in 2005, and
also received his 25th Year Certificate as a member of the Association that same
year.
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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ASSOCIATION
Thanks to all the members that donated to our Vern Scown Memorial Tyro
Contest. We raised a total of $37,519.75!
Please remember that your Membership and Surety coverage fees are due by
March 31st. After this time, there is a penalty of $50 on the Surety coverage or redo all of the paperwork.
You can pay by VISA or MasterCard this year. Just call and give me your number.
I have the signs "No Consignor Can Bid on Their Own Goods" available at the office
The next Convention will be held at the Fantasyland Hotel in West Edmonton
Mall, the weekend of February 13-16, 2008. Be sure to book your room early as it
is both Valentine's weekend and the Family Day long-weekend, too — the hotel
will be busy! Information is in the magazine. It is our "75th" Convention and we
would like to raise "$75K" for the Canadian Cancer Society by selling prints. If you
can sell one, please call and I will get one out to you.
Lorraine Klepper,
Secretary
AMVIC
AMVIC has set up a Legislative Committee to work with the government regarding
the auto industry. Wayne Orsten is the chairman. If you would like to see any
changes in the legislation contact Wayne.
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- Auctioneers Association of Alberta
FAIR TRADING ACT REGULATION
WHETHER IT IS RESERVED OR UNRESERVED
AT AN AUCTION SALE
MAY BID ON THEIR OWN ITEMS
NO CONSIGNOR OR THEIR AGENT
75th Annual Auctioneer's Convention
February 12 14, 2009
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FUNDS RAISED FOR THE
CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
$75,000
$62,500
$50,000
$37,500
$25,000
Let’s Make Cancer History
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Spring...
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