Auction Business Sector

The auction business sector drives significant value through dynamic pricing models and diverse asset transactions, with market leaders leveraging technology to enhance transparency and reach. CEOs in this sector play a critical role in strategic innovation, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement to maximize company performance and market share growth.

Sotheby's

Charles F. Stewart's estimated net worth of around $50 million is based on his compensation as CEO of Sotheby's, previous executive roles at Altice USA and Itau BBA, and equity holdings from Sotheby's private ownership under Patrick Drahi.

Christie's

Guillaume Cerutti, CEO of Christie's, has an estimated net worth of around $20 million, primarily accumulated through his executive roles at Christie's and previous positions at art market leader Sotheby's and French public institutions.

Phillips

Stephen Brooks, CEO of Phillips, has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily derived from his executive compensation, long-term performance incentives, and equity holdings in the international auction house.

Bonhams

Bruno Vinciguerra, CEO of Bonhams, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million due to his executive roles at Sotheby's, Bain & Company, Dell, and his leadership in Bonhams' global growth and strategic acquisitions.

Heritage Auctions

Steve Ivy's estimated net worth of around $100 million stems from co-founding and leading Heritage Auctions, now the world's largest collectibles auctioneer, coupled with significant equity ownership and decades of industry influence.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers

Ann Fandozzi's estimated net worth of around $25 million comes from her compensation as CEO of Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, which includes salary, bonuses, stock awards, and long-term incentives, along with prior executive roles at companies like ABRA Auto Body & Glass and vRide.

IAA, Inc. (Insurance Auto Auctions)

John Kett, CEO of IAA, Inc., has an estimated net worth of around $20 million, primarily from executive compensation, stock awards, and long-term incentives accumulated during his tenure at the company.

Mecum Auctions

Dave Magers, current CEO of Mecum Auctions, has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily due to his leadership roles at Mecum and previous executive positions in finance and insurance.

Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

Craig Jackson's estimated net worth of around $300 million stems from his longstanding leadership and expansion of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, a premier collector car auction business generating significant revenue through high-profile auctions and media partnerships.

Copart, Inc.

Jay Adair's estimated net worth of around $1.5 billion is primarily due to his long tenure as CEO of Copart, Inc. and his substantial ownership stake in the company's stock, which has significantly appreciated in value owing to Copart's strong financial performance and market expansion.

BCA Marketplace (British Car Auctions)

Avril Palmer-Baunack's estimated net worth of around $15 million USD is primarily derived from her executive compensation, equity holdings, and long tenure in leadership roles at BCA Marketplace and various automotive and logistics sectors.

RM Sotheby’s

Gord Duff, current CEO of RM Sotheby's, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily attributed to his long-term executive roles and commission earnings from high-value classic car auctions.

Gooding & Company

David Gooding, CEO of Gooding & Company, amasses his estimated $10 million net worth primarily through auction commissions, premium collector car sales, and decades of high-profile automotive industry experience.

Manheim Auctions

Grace Huang, current CEO of Manheim Auctions, is estimated to have a net worth of around $10 million primarily due to her executive compensation, stock options, and long-standing leadership roles at Cox Automotive and Manheim.

Catawiki

Rik Mulder, current CEO of Catawiki, is estimated to have a net worth of around $5 million due to his executive compensation, equity in the fast-growing online auction platform, and prior leadership roles.

Artcurial

Nicolas Orlowski, current CEO of Artcurial, has an estimated net worth of around $100 million primarily due to his long-term leadership at the prominent French auction house and investments in the art and luxury sectors.

Paddle8

Izabela Depczyk's estimated net worth of around $5 million primarily derives from her executive roles at Paddle8, previous leadership at ARTnews, and her involvement in art-tech ventures.

Auction Technology Group

John-Paul Savant, CEO of Auction Technology Group, has an estimated net worth of around $15 million, primarily attributed to his executive compensation, stock awards, and equity stakes in the publicly listed company.

Poly Auction

Jiang Yingchun, CEO of Poly Auction, derives his estimated $100 million net worth primarily from his executive role and significant shareholdings in Poly Culture Group, which dominates China's high-end art auction market.

Seoul Auction

Hae-Myung Hong, CEO of Seoul Auction, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, primarily driven by equity stakes in the auction house, a leading art auction platform in Korea, and earnings from art-related business ventures.

Hindman Auctions

Jay Krehbiel's estimated net worth of around $10 million is primarily attributed to his leadership role as CEO of Hindman Auctions, combined with inherited wealth from the influential Krehbiel family, known for significant business assets and art-related investments.

Skinner Auctioneers

Karen Keane's estimated net worth of around $5 million USD stems from her long-term leadership as CEO at Skinner Auctioneers, overseeing significant fine art sales, strategic company growth, and frequent media appearances as a recognized appraisal expert.

Doyle New York

Laura Doyle, current CEO of Doyle New York, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million due to her executive leadership at the auction house and strategic investments in the fine art and luxury goods sector.

Bruun Rasmussen Auctioneers

Jakob Dupont, CEO of Bruun Rasmussen Auctioneers, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million, primarily attributed to his executive salary, performance-based bonuses, and equity from leading one of Denmark's prominent auction houses.

Freeman's Auction House

Alasdair Nichol, CEO of Freeman's Auction House, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily due to his decades-long career as an expert art appraiser and auctioneer, combined with leadership roles and regular television appearances on PBS's Antiques Roadshow.

Stockholms Auktionsverk

Louise Aren, CEO of Stockholms Auktionsverk, is estimated to have a net worth of around $1 million due to her executive compensation, prior leadership roles in the art and auction sectors, and equity or profit-sharing arrangements.

GraysOnline

Chris Corbin, current CEO of GraysOnline, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million primarily due to his leadership stake, equity holdings, and ongoing executive compensation tied to GraysOnline's success as a major Australian online auction platform.

Leonard Joel

John Albrecht, CEO of Leonard Joel, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily accrued through his long-standing leadership in the Australian auctioneering industry and successful expansion of the company's art, jewelry, and collectible markets.

Dorotheum

Martin Bohm, CEO of Dorotheum, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million USD, primarily due to his executive compensation, performance incentives, and long-term tenure at one of Europe's leading auction houses.

Aste Bolaffi

Gino Bozzano, current CEO of Aste Bolaffi, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily derived from equity stakes, executive compensation, and revenues generated by Aste Bolaffi, one of Italy's leading auction houses specializing in collectibles and fine arts.

Auktionshaus Lempertz

Isabel Pfeiffer-Poensgen's estimated net worth of $1-5 million stems from her executive leadership as CEO of Auktionshaus Lempertz, a prominent German auction house, and prior influential roles in cultural and political institutions.

Lawsons Auctioneers

Martin Farrah, current CEO of Lawsons Auctioneers, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million, primarily derived from his executive role, salary, and shareholdings within the company.

Bidpath

Owen Riley, the current CEO of Bidpath, has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, primarily derived from his executive leadership role and equity stake in the software and auction technology company.

Jones Lang LaSalle Auctions

Tim O'Sullivan, current CEO of Jones Lang LaSalle Auctions, likely has an estimated net worth around $10 million due to his executive compensation, performance bonuses, and equity awards accrued from leading a major subsidiary of the global real estate services giant JLL.

Shannons Auctions

Stephen Sorensen's estimated net worth of around $2 million USD derives from his executive leadership at Shannons Auctions and his long-standing career in the automotive auction industry.

J. Levine Auction & Appraisal

Josh Levine, CEO of J. Levine Auction & Appraisal, has accumulated an estimated net worth of around $1 million through decades of leadership in the auction industry, successful television appearances, and consultancy projects.

Fellows Auctioneers

Stephen Whittaker, CEO of Fellows Auctioneers, has a net worth estimated at around $5 million, primarily attributed to decades of leadership in one of the UK's leading auction houses, significant commissions from high-value sales, and his family's longstanding ownership in the business.

Swann Auction Galleries

Nicholas D. Lowry, current CEO of Swann Auction Galleries, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million due to his longstanding leadership at the renowned auction house and his prominence as an appraiser and media personality on "Antiques Roadshow." Revenue streams from art auctions, expert valuations, and industry influence contribute to his financial status..

Zachys

Jeffrey Zacharia, CEO of Zachys, derives his estimated $10 million net worth from family ownership, executive leadership, and successful expansion of the high-end wine auction business globally.

Kaminski Auctions

Frank Kaminski, CEO of Kaminski Auctions, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million USD, attributed to decades of leadership in the auction industry, high-profile sales, and ownership stakes in the company.

Auctionata

Georg Untersalmberger's estimated net worth of around $3 million is primarily derived from his executive role and shareholding at Auctionata, an online auction marketplace, as well as previous leadership positions in tech and e-commerce companies.

The Auction Company

Richard Reese, current CEO of The Auction Company, has an estimated net worth of around $10 million, driven by his executive salary, equity holdings, and business growth within the asset liquidation and auctioneering sectors.

Auctelia

Pierre Wetzel, CEO of Auctelia, has an estimated net worth of around $1 million primarily due to his equity stake in the company and its consistent revenue from industrial equipment auctions.

Troostwijk Auctions

Erik Schothans, CEO of Troostwijk Auctions, reportedly has an estimated net worth of around $2 million USD, primarily derived from his executive compensation and equity stakes in the leading European industrial auction platform.

Aucnet

Hidetoshi Yoshidome, current CEO of Aucnet, reportedly has a net worth of around $5 million USD due to his executive compensation, stock holdings, and performance bonuses tied to the company's market valuation.

Rakuten Auction

Hiroshi Mikitani, CEO of Rakuten Auction, has an estimated net worth of around $6 billion due to his significant shareholding in Rakuten Group, a multinational e-commerce and internet company.

Kaiji Auction

Yoichi Kondo's estimated net worth of around $5 million is attributed to his equity stake in Kaiji Auction, a leading Japanese art and collectibles auction platform, and his past executive roles in related industries.

Tokyo Chuo Auction

Li Yik Tong's estimated net worth of around $30 million is primarily attributed to his leadership role as CEO of Tokyo Chuo Auction, a successful international auction house specializing in art and collectibles, as well as his personal investments in the global art market.

Molco’s Auction House

Amit Molco, CEO of Molco's Auction House, has an estimated net worth of around $5 million, primarily attributed to his equity in the company, successful high-profile auctions, and related fine art and collectibles ventures.