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June 1, 2007Boerne Auctioneer Earns Benefit Auction Specialist Designation June 1, 2007 - With over $15.6 billion raised through charity-benefit auctions in 2006, more and more non-profits and charities are turning to professional auctioneers to help them raise donations in support of their causes. Boerne businessman and auctioneer, Forres L. Meadows, recently earned the Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (BAS) designation. The National Auctioneers Association (NAA) Education Institute coordinates the Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation program. The BAS program trains auctioneers to enhance their benefit auction services. Coursework focuses on the fundraising components of the benefit auction event, item acquisition, audience development, contractual agreements, and public relations. A newly developed designation, there are less than 100 auctioneers across the country who have acquired the BAS professional designation. Forres has been a licensed auctioneer since 1989 and is a member of the Texas Auctioneers Association and the National Auctioneers Association. Mr. Meadows earned his Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) designation in 1995. This three year designation program is the highest educational achievement available in the auction industry. In addition to benefit, charities and fundraising auctions, the TexasBid auctioneer also specializes in estate and government surplus auctions. Sincerely,Forres L. Meadows, CAI, BAS (TexasBid.com)(830) 230-5362 |
