
New this year!
The MAA is organizing an FFA Auctioneering Boot Camp and Competition to be held at Kruse Plaza on August 11, 2026. Reppert Auction School (John and Mathew Kruse) have generously agreed to donate their time and venue to host a hands-on “boot camp” class for interested FFA members, followed by an auctioneer competition.
*This will not be a sanctioned FFA event. Instead, we are inviting FFA members who have an interest in the auction industry to attend and participate. (Participation will be open to any dues-paying FFA member currently in high school or a 2026 graduate.) No prior auction experience is required, and all skill levels are encouraged to join.
August 11, 2026: FFA Auctioneering Bootcamp & Competition at Reppert Auction School!
August 12, 2026: Midwest Auctioneers Roundup & GoToAuction.com Midwest Auctioneer Championship!
Hosted by Worldwide Auctioneers at Kruse Plaza! Join auction professionals from across the region for a day packed with activities, networking, and competition at the Midwest Auctioneers Roundup — a can’t-miss event for anyone in the auction industry! Registration will open this summer!
August 12 Event Highlights:
Trap Shoot – Kick off the day with some friendly competition.
Golf Outing – Enjoy the course and connect with colleagues.
Educational Round Table Discussions – Share ideas, challenges, and solutions with other auctioneers.
BBQ Dinner – Great food and even better company.
GoToAuction.com Midwest Auctioneer Championship – Cheer on the region’s top talent as they compete for the title

Calling ALL Bid Callers!
Show up in August for the roughest Bid Calling contest hosted anywhere. Ever. We don’t care who you are, what you’ve won before, or how fancy your shoes are. You get two minutes to sell what ya’ brung. Bring your own items, bring your own Ringmen, and you better bring your A-game. Have what it takes to be the best?

The Michigan Auctioneers Association and the Kruse Family are excited to announce the addition of Auctioneer Bootcamp. Current FFA Members are invited to join us for this new opportunity including Bootcamp, lunch, an Auction Contest, and learning/networking opportunities. *This is not an FFA Sanctioned event.

Kruse Auctions & Reppert Auction School have generously offered to host this year’s Midwest Auctioneers Roundup at Kruse Plaza in Auburn, Indiana! Join us to view and tour their facilities, network with other auctioneers and some good old fun!








