Owner of Farmer Auctions of Salem, VA and Entrusted Auctions of Beckley, WV. A 5th generation auctioneer. Director of the Virginia Auctioneers Association, Vice President of the West Virginia Auctioneers Association, and member of the Auctioneers Association of North Carolina. He holds the Certified Auctioneer Institute Designation as well as the CAI NEXT designation. He is also a licensed realtor with MKB Realtors of Roanoke, VA. His firms specialize in handling estates and personal property, residential and commercial real estate, fine antiques and decorative arts, consignments. Primary format of sale are internet only auctions. He has been an instructor at several state association conferences throughout his career. State bid calling championship runner-up in both VA and WV.

One amazing daughter, Kendal. Die-hard WVU fan. Collector and curator of antiques of many different categories. Classic car enthusiast. History buff.

Professional Designations: CAI, CES Strategic Partner – Rasmus Asset Bridge Online Auction