Auction Academy Welcomes Three New Sponsors

September 11, 2025 | 2025 Press Releases

Franklin, TN – Sept.11, 2025 – Auction Academy is proud to announce the addition of three sponsors to its growing network of industry patrons. The newest to lend their support to Auction Academy’s two-year training program are AuctionNet, the industry’s largest source of wholesale used vehicle remarketing data and backed by NAAA’s 265 member auctions; RunBuggy, a leader in transportation logistics; and Pinnacle Remarketing, Powered by Location Services, a trusted provider of asset recovery and remarketing solutions. With their commitment, Auction Academy’s roster now includes 22 distinguished sponsors, each contributing to the program’s continued success and evolution.“Our sponsors are integral to Auction Academy’s success,” said Penny Wanna, President of Auction Academy. “Over time their generosity—whether financial, academic, or experiential—has allowed us to grow well beyond our original vision. The support from AuctionNet; RunBuggy; Pinnacle Remarketing, Powered by Location Services, and all of our sponsors ensures we can continue to offer unparalleled education … Continued

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Academy Marks Graduation of Class 8 in San Diego, Launches Class 9 in Nashville

April 3, 2025 | 2025 Press Releases

Franklin, TN – Auction Academy launched 2025 with a high-energy first quarter that included two key sessions for Class 8—culminating in graduation—as well as the kickoff of Class 9. The quarter reflected the Academy’s ongoing commitment to industry education, leadership development, and peer collaboration.Class 8 gathered for its seventh session in Birmingham, Alabama in early February.  Hosted by AutoTec & Companies and ADESA Birmingham, the session presented a robust agenda of industry speakers.  Day 1 included discussions led by Keith Whetter and Kelly McAllister of Liquid Motors; John Poteet of Auction Academy. Day 2 included Chuck Redden of AutoTec; John McElrath & Joel Beck of AutoCheck Auctions; Ben Puckett and Brandon Walton of Auction Insurance Agency; Charlie Adams of AuctionACCESS; and Mike Roy of Arthur J. Gallagher Commercial Insurance. Speaking to the Group on Day 3 of the session were Charlie Vogelheim of Auction Academy; Dusti Daniels, Bo Boshell and Ken … Continued

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