A Personal Message From Otis D. Holley...

Thank you for taking a moment to learn more about our company.
I am happy to say that we are a small business working very hard to make a difference for other business owners. Especially those who need to recover some of the assets which are not working for them profitably.
Based on our background and experience, we feel very confident in filling this niche, and we want all of our clients to feel comfortable with how we work with them and what we are able to accomplish.
Many of our growing list of clients tell us they like the personal, professional way we conduct business. I think you will too, once you have tried us.
 
Appraisal Services
There are times when businesses need to know the value of their assets… without anticipating an auction.
We are happy to provide that service, reflecting an honest and fair appraisal of value based on valid, reliable resources and personal experience. We offer two opinions: Fair Market Value and Auction Value.
 
Auction Services
After an initial fact-finding meeting , Advanced Auction & Appraisal Services provides our clients with a written proposal which details our recommendations for a successful auction. It outlines how we plan to reach the buyers who will be interested in what your company is offering. It includes a schedule of events leading up to the auction and indicates when, where, and how the auction will be conducted (usually on-site). Plus, a detailed budget for client review and approval.
To minimize costs, the person conducting the interview and making the proposal is also the person who conducts the auction. There are no middlemen, no excess staff. We call it “one point responsibility.”
And it works very well.
Once the contract is signed, and prior to the auction, all items are cataloged for distribution to buyers, and to record the activity at the auction. A detailed follow-up report of all transactions is also provided to the client after the event. You can expect no less from experienced professional auctioneers who know what it takes to have a successful auction...and satisfied clients.
 
Meeting an Asset Management Need
Smart business management includes making all of your assets work for you all of the time.
If you find that excess inventory, idle equipment or machines, and other factors are affecting your profitability, you can remedy the situation by calling a professional asset recovery specialist for assistance.
Advanced Auction & Appraisal Services, Inc. has a history of helping companies reclaim a measure of profitability by converting inactive assets into cash.
There is no substitute for the experience we have gained over the years. We know what works, and how to get the job done efficiently, and effectively. We have the right “tools,” the right personnel, and the right attitude to apply toward the successful completion of any size auction.
For starters, we get personal, and ask a lot of questions up front to determine what our clients need to accomplish. We answer a lot of questions too, so our clients can see what we do. And when we go to work, they can relax, knowing that we will take care of all of the details that make any asset recovery project a profitable experience.
 
Resume and Experience

Employment
1994-present
Manheim Chicago Auto Auction: Auctioneer––Chicago IL
1994-2010
Manheim Milwaukee Auto Auction: Auctioneer––Milwaukee WI
1979-present
Auctioneer selling and appraising a variety of commercial, meat processing equipment
industrial, automobiles, construction equipment, auto dealer ships.
1988-1993
Vice President over auction company with emphasis on industrial equipment and evaluations nationwide.

Education
Certified Appraisers Guild of America
Personal Property Appraiser
certification program
Missouri Auction School
Graduate 1980
Accreditations 2006 IL State Bid Calling Champion
2006 WI State Bid Calling Champion
Professional Memberships National Auctioneers Association
Illinois State Auctioneers Association
Wisconsin Auctioneers Association
Indiana Auctioneers Association

Volunteer
Dakota United Methodist Church
Past President of the Dakota Lions Club June 2009-2010
Currently serving on the ISAA Board of Directors, serving as Secretary and Treasurer of the ISAA Association
Present Chairman of ISAA District 1