07/20/2026
Honored to be invited to judge the Illinois State Auctioneer Championship in August at the State Fair.
2026 Illinois State Auctioneer Championship MEET THE JUDGE:
Tony Wisely “empowers organizations to achieve their mission through successful fundraising.” Specializing in Pre-Event Consulting & Energetic “Auctiontainment." He has over 30 years of experience providing professional assistance to organizations who seek a positive impact in their fundraising efforts. In addition, he is active as a contract auctioneer, contract ringman, as well as Real Estate and Fi****ms auctions.
Tony is active in professional associations on the state & national level, has earned the Certified Auctioneers Institute & Benefit Auction Specialist designations from the NAA, and has earned 22 State Auctioneer and Ringman Championships including the 2022 Illinois State Auctioneer Championship, all to fulfill his purpose of “Funding a better World”.