Mike Brandly, CAI, AARE, CAGA
Executive Director

www.mbauctioneer.com/
https://mikebrandlyauctioneer.wordpress.com/

Mike began his auction career in 1979.  He is president of Brandly & Associates, Inc. and Principal Broker for Brandly Real Estate & Auction. Mike's appraisal company completes over 150 appraisals per year for Probate, Civil and Bankruptcy cases. While his company is based in Ohio, Mike has conducted auctions in Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, California, Texas, Maryland and Minnesota.  Mike is a graduate of the AMI Certified Auctioneer Institute (CAI). Mike also holds the CAGA appraisal designation as well as the AARE real estate designation. He is a Former Director for the Ohio Auctioneers Association as well as a member of the Indiana, Kentucky and Michigan State Auctioneer associations. Mike is a Life Member and Beginning Auctioneer Advisor for the National Auctioneers Association. Mike's other teaching responsibilities include frequent Real Estate and Auctioneer CE classes and seminars for Ohio and Indiana post-licensure. Mike is also approved by the Ohio Supreme Court as a Continuing Legal Education instructor for attorneys and serves as Adjunct Faculty for Hondros College of Business.
 

Peter Gehres, CAI, CES, CAS

www.buyjma.com/

Peter D. Gehres, CAI, CES, CAS is the Chief Operating Officer of Jeff Martin Auctioneers, Inc, North America's fastest-growing equipment auction company, with auction sites in 12 states and growing. He currently serves as a Director of the National Auctioneers Association and is the 2015 International Auctioneer Champion. He also regularly assists charities, nonprofits, and other organizations to raise money through live auction events and special appeals. Over his career, Gehres has worked as an auctioneer for Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auctions, RES Auction Services, Brandly & Associates, Brinkman Auctions, Freije & Freije Auctioneers, Akron Auto Auction, Southern Auto Auction, National Powersports Auctions, ADESA, and Manheim/Cox Automotive.

Beth Rose, CAI, BAS

Beth Rose Real Estate and Auctions exists to accelerate the sales process for real estate through innovative technology and world-class marketing. The company is owned by its founder and second-generation auctioneer, Beth Rose. The company is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio with offices in Birmingham, Michigan and Naples, Florida. Beth conducts auctions in 13 states.

Beth has dedicated her career to enhancing and giving back to the auction industry. Some of her accomplishments include being named the 2000 Rose award recipient for CAI (the award is named after Beth's late father, David Rose), 2009 Michigan Auctioneer Champion, 2016 Florida Auctioneer Champion, 2016 NAA's Marketing Campaign of the Year award, 2016 International Auctioneer Champion, 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award with the NAA,. Beth also served as NAA's Education Institute Trustee, Chaired numerous committees and was the past President for the NAA.   She is an instructor at the Ohio Auction School and Reppert Auction Schools.  

In addition to her service within the auction industry, Beth is also devoted to her community. She was given the Waterville Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership award. She also is the co-founder of the 501(c)3 Blessings in Disguise, which is a non-profit dedicated to providing financial assistance to individuals in need, donating free medical equipment for her Seniors Program and helping Veterans.  Since its conception in 2014, she has helped 6126 people in her community.  

Lisa Brandly
Administrator



Lisa has been active in the auction business for over 25 years.  At age 15, she served as Cashier for Columbus' largest auction enterprise, Columbus Auction House. Since then, she has assisted numerous central-Ohio auctioneers with clerking, cashiering, bid-assisting, inventories, setup and staffing. Currently, she serves as Administrator for The Ohio Auction School and Office Manager for Brandly & Associates, Inc. Lisa is well-known throughout the country for her instruction and knowledge of auction law and procedures. Her seminars on auction bookkeeping, contracts and settlement are well attended. 

Laura Mantle-Grunden, CAI, CAS

http://www.mantleauctioneer.com

Laura became a licensed auctioneer at age 19 after 7 years of working auction setup and as a clerk and cashier around the state of Ohio. A graduate of The Ohio Auction School, she assists in over 200 auctions a year conducting benefit auctions, selling real estate at auction, working 3 auto auctions per week as well as serving as a contract auctioneer around the country. She is a 2015 graduate of the Certified Auctioneer Institute and holds the Contract Auction Specialist designation. She is the 2014 Michigan Auctioneer Champion, 2017 Indiana Auctioneer Champion and the 2021 International Auctioneer Champion.  She is a past President of the Ohio Auctioneers Association.  Laura was awarded the Pat Massart Leadership Award and Michigan President's Award of Distinction.

Wade C. Baer, CAI, AMM

Wade is a third-generation auctioneer, real estate broker, a member of Baer Auctioneers – Realty, LLC. and Co-Owner / Auction Operations Manager for Rogers Community Auction, Inc. He specializes in the sale of real estate, heavy and farm equipment and firearms. He was the 2017 Ohio Champion Auctioneer and the President of the Ohio Auctioneers Association in 2020, where he led the way to improve their advocacy efforts into what it is today and continues to actively work with the Ohio Department of Agriculture and Legislators on behalf of Ohio Auctioneers. He received the CAI and AMM designations from the National Auctioneers Association in 2017. He is currently a Director on the National Auction Association’s Board of Directors, serving as the Chairman of the NAA Advocacy Committee and the Chairman of the Ohio Auctioneers Commission.

Dr. Timothy Angel, PhD, RS, CPM

President and Chief Executive Officer/Administrator at Hill View Retirement Community

Former Health Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer Ross County Health District

tangel@horizonview.net

Dr. Timothy Angel is the former Health Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Ross County Health District in Ohio. He also holds an adjunct faculty appointment at Ohio University in the College of Health and Professional Sciences and serves on several boards throughout the State including the Radiation Advisory Council and the Immunization Advisory Board for the Ohio Department of Health.  He is a guest speaker at many conferences presenting on topics of personal and public health concerns. Dr. Angel's wide-ranging background encompasses both business and the sciences. A life-long entrepreneur, with interests in the private business sector, he graduated from Charter Oak State College with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Biology.  Receiving his PhD in Biomedical Science from Marshall University, Dr. Angel's research interests have been in neural connectivity of the developing brain, neurodegenerative, and emerging infectious diseases.  He also attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science and is a graduate of The Ohio Auction School.  Dr. Angel is a registered sanitarian with the Ohio Board of Sanitarian Registration and also is a Certified Public Manager.

Trisha Brauer

Going once, twice, sold! Taking Bids Fundraising (TBF) is based in Kansas City and is leading the industry with record-smashing methods to raise money for nonprofits. TBF believes in making our community a better place one auction at a time.

Education is important to owner and head auctioneer, Trisha Brauer.  She holds a Bachelors degree and an MBA.  She completed her auction training at World Wide College of Auctioneering. She is a previous Board member for the National Auction Association (NAA) and the states associations for Kansas and Iowa.  

Trisha also holds the designation of Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (BAS).  This designation is awarded and recognized by the NAA and represents specific education and training in conducting benefit auctions. This designation has been awarded to only 3% of the nation’s auctioneers.  She has also completed her Certified Auctioneer Institute (CAI) designation.  This is a 3 year program and is the highest designation recognized by the NAA.  In addition to helping nonprofits have record breaking events, she is a professional trainer for the NAA and teaches auctioneers across the country the art of benefit auctions. She loves her community and recently completed a term on Roeland Park City Council.

For any charity auctions, public speaking, or leadership training, Trisha can be reached at 913-481-8280 or at Trisha@TakingBidsFundraising.com.

Billy Peyton

Billy Peyton is a first generation Auctioneer from Preble County Ohio. He and his wife Katie have 1 daughter, Reagan. Billy sells at multiple auto auctions per week and is also a contract auctioneer for Mast Auctioneers, Barrett-Jackson, National Powersport Auctions, RES Auction Services and Manheim. He is the President of The Ohio Auctioneers Association and also a Champion Auctioneer in Ohio and Michigan. Billy and his wife grain farm corn and soybeans and also raise and feed cattle.

Darby Walton

Darby Walton, a third-generation auctioneer hailing from Sycamore, Ohio, embodies a deep-rooted passion for the agricultural industry. Born into a family steeped in auctioneering tradition, Darby's journey into the world of auctions began at a tender age, running clerk tickets for his father, Doug, and grandfather, Jay. Both esteemed members of the Ohio Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame, Doug and Jay instilled in Darby a profound appreciation for the art of auctioneering.

From his upbringing surrounded by the hustle and bustle of auctions, Darby cultivated a keen eye for all things agriculture. Specializing in the sale of farmland, equipment, and livestock, Darby channels his expertise and dedication towards serving the needs of farmers and agricultural enthusiasts alike.

Beyond his bustling auctioneering career, Darby remains deeply rooted in the agricultural community. Alongside his wife Caroline and their son Reid, Darby tends to the family's 8th generation farm, where they raise cattle, soybeans, and corn. This hands-on involvement allows Darby to stay connected to the land and the livelihoods of those he serves.

With a blend of tradition, expertise, and a genuine love for the agricultural way of life, Darby Walton continues to make his mark in the auctioneering world, leaving a legacy that spans generations.