ABC | About Us

Established Professionals &

Up-and-Coming Innovators

ABC chief executive officer, Mike Hockett, has been responsible for many innovations and improvements in the auto auction business, including: the development of brown field sites into beautiful auction sites; the design of cost-effective and efficient state-of-the-art auction facilities; and the establishment of the largest dealer financing company in the industry.

Mike Hockett, Founding Partner and CEO of Auction Broadcasting Company

“An auction is only as good as its people. Most auctions today place great importance on customer service. At least in theory. They say they have the best people. They talk about passion and commitment. They claim to be different than the rest. But are they?”

:: Mike Hockett, Founding Partner and CEO

The degree of success we enjoy is directly in proportion to how well we serve you. Many auctions claim to be different, better, or both. But are they? There’s only one way to tell and the answer lies with the customer not the company.

I believe ABC is better able to serve our buyers and sellers because we’ve listened to you and we understand the challenges dealers, financial institutions, and commercial accounts face. We meet those challenges with industry-leading technology like OnLine Ringman®, ReconRamp, and abX. In addition, we offer well-appointed facilities, and professional service, plus one distinct thing you can’t teach, buy, or fake: we are car people who care. Car people understand the complexities of the business from the inside out and every possible angle. Because we are car people by nature, we have a passion to make your entire experience a stellar one. We continue to listen and change, walking in stride with you to ensure continued mutual success. We hear that from you.

This past year we have reorganized the company to capitalize on core strengths that matter most to our customers. We have partners in nine locations around the country who understand the business and who aren’t afraid to do what it takes in order to meet every customer’s expectations. Our Orlando auction site was our latest addition in November 2007 with two more state-of the-art sites in the works this year. We will continue to add footprints throughout the country to serve local dealers with value, opportunity, and the ultimate convenience.

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