Bobby Eaton
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As Chief Operating Officer of RR Auction, one of the world's premier collectibles auction houses. My background spans auction operations, authentication, and appraisal, and I've focused on driving revenue growth, building specialty departments, and expanding our brand globally.
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Chief Operating Officer
RR Auction
Oversees all auction operations for one of the world's leading collectibles auction houses, hosting monthly Fine Autographs & Artifacts auctions and specialty-themed events. Leads strategy, digital growth, team development, and consignor relationship management.
- Oversee all auction operations supporting 600+ successful sales since founding, including monthly Fine Autographs & Artifacts and specialty-themed events.
- Founded and built RR Auction's Olympics memorabilia department from the ground up, setting multiple price records.
- Spearheaded enhancement of the online bidding platform, driving significant growth in global buyer participation since 2004.
- Developed and executed targeted social media and digital marketing strategies expanding reach in the luxury goods and collectibles market.
- Lead negotiation and inventory management to secure rare high-value items including presidential autographs, space artifacts, sports memorabilia, and Hollywood props.
- Collaborated directly with CEO and CFO on strategic planning, budget management, and cost reduction initiatives.
Vice President, Auction Operations
RR Auction
Managed end-to-end auction operations including cataloging, photography, authentication coordination, and client consignment for monthly sales of 800–2,000 items. Built and maintained a global network of buyers and consignors.
- Managed end-to-end auction operations including cataloging, photography, authentication coordination, and client consignment for monthly sales of 800–2,000 items.
- Developed specialist expertise across fine autographs, sports memorabilia, space artifacts, and fine art.
- Built and maintained a global network of buyers and consignors.
Auction Specialist / Founder
Justauctionitnow.com
Earlier-career role in online auction operations, developing foundational expertise in digital marketplace management and collectibles valuation.
- Founded and operated an online auction platform.
- Developed foundational expertise in digital marketplace management and collectibles valuation.
Education
University of New Hampshire
A.S., Business
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