Critical Shifts:
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2027 Host Selected: Greater Atlanta Auto Auction (GAAA) won a competitive bidding process to host the World Automobile Auctioneers Championship on April 23, 2027.
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Premier Industry Competition: The event brings together North America’s top auctioneers and ringmen to highlight professional talent and remarketing industry traditions.
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High Operational Expectations: Selected for its facilities and staff resources, GAAA will partner with NAAA to deliver a full-scale, nationwide championship event.
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FREDERICK, Md. — Greater Atlanta Auto Auction (GAAA) has been selected as the host site for the 2027 World Automobile Auctioneers Championship (WAAC), according to the National Auto Auction Association (NAAA). The event will take place on April 23, 2027.
The WAAC is the premier competition in automobile auctioneering, bringing together the industry’s top auctioneers and ringmen from across North America to compete for championship honors while celebrating the talent, professionalism, and traditions that define the remarketing industry.
Each year, the championship showcases the critical role auctioneers and ringmen play in the auction process and provides an opportunity for industry professionals to gather in a spirit of competition, camaraderie, and excellence.
“Being selected to host the 2027 WAAC is an incredible honor for our team,” said Joaquin Muvdi, president of Auto Auction Holdings, which owns GAAA. “Greater Atlanta Auto Auction is deeply grateful for the confidence NAAA has placed in us. The WAAC represents the very best of our industry, and we are excited to welcome competitors, sponsors, industry partners, and guests from across the country to Atlanta. Our team is committed to delivering an outstanding experience that celebrates the professionalism, talent, and fellowship that make this event so special.”
NAAA leadership expressed confidence in GAAA’s ability to continue the championship’s strong tradition while bringing its own unique touch to the event.
“We are thrilled to have Greater Atlanta Auto Auction carry the mantle forward as the host of the 2027 World Automobile Auctioneers Championship,” said Eddie Lafferty, NAAA President. “GAAA has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer service. We are confident their team will produce a first-class championship event that honors the legacy of the WAAC while creating an exceptional experience for competitors, sponsors, and attendees alike.”
Selection to host the WAAC is a highly competitive process, with NAAA member auctions submitting proposals to showcase their facilities, staff resources, and vision for the championship. Following a thorough review by the WAAC Committee, Greater Atlanta Auto Auction was selected for its outstanding facilities, operational capabilities, and commitment to advancing the auction industry.
Additional details regarding competitor registration, sponsorship opportunities, and the official event schedule will be announced as the 2027 championship approaches.
