MEET OUR CORPORATE FAMILY
Our team consists of passionate, talented individuals invested in your success. Each is there to serve you in whatever capacity
you need. Simply dial our main number, then when prompted enter their dedicated extension.
Toll Free: (800)536-1401 Local: (716) 656-1400
OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Russ J. Scherrer - AMM, CAI, CES, CAGA

President/Founder/Senior Auctioneer
Auctioneer Licenses: Arizona, City of Buffalo, City of Niagara Falls, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana,
Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York City, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Virginia,
West Virginia, South Carolina
With over 30 years experience as a Professional Auctioneer, Personal Property Appraiser, and NYS Real Estate Broker,
Russ founded Auctions International in 2002. Since then the company has grown into one of the leading auction
companies in the region and Country. His entrepreneurial drive is always working overtime and has him always
looking for a new challenge to take the company to the next level
russ@auctionsinternational.com ext. 127
Richard J “RJ” Klisiewicz III- AMM

Operations Manager/ Auctioneer
Auctioneer Licenses: City of Niagara Falls, City of Syracuse, Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Tennessee
RJ oversees the day-to-day operations of the corporation, including 20 full-time employees and seven
Sales Representatives. He manages the cutting-edge marketing, and social media methods for the company
and prepares formal RFP and Bid responses. RJ enjoys calling bids at live auction events. When he isn’t
at the office or on the road you can find him riding his Harley.
rich@auctionsinternational.com ext. 110
Mike Skweir
CTO
Mike manages and oversees all technology for the company. He also maintains and develops our detailed clerking software utilized in our auction processes.
Mike continues to integrate new advancements into our daily operations and overall business practices.
mike@auctionsinternational.com ext. 303
Amy Wick
Customer Service Manager
Amy is on the front line of all things customer service related. Providing technical support for sellers, bidders and agency
officials, Amy works tirelessly and swiftly to ensure auction questions and needs are met and provides the necessary
support to enhance each auction’s success.
amy@auctionsinternational.com ext. 131
OUR SALES TEAM
With representatives all over the map, our sales team is the “face” of our company. From the first phone call to the final payment,
they have the experience and qualifications to make sure your auction gets the attention it deserves and the highest bid possible.
800-536-1401
Bob Anderson
Territory- Western New York
rja@auctionsinternational.com ext. 137
Jeff Laxton
Territory-Central New York
jeff@auctionsinternational.com ext. 128
Tom Eagan
Territory- Northern Central New York
tom@auctionsinternational.com ext. 136
Marc Smith
Territory- Eastern New York
marc@auctionsinternational.com ext. 130
Jim Giovanniello
Territory- Nassau & Suffolk Counties
Jim@auctionsinternational.com ext 122
David Cazeault
Territory- New England
dave@auctionsinternational.com ext. 138
Mark Plyter
Territory- Northern Florida
mark@auctionsinternational.com ext. 307
Harry Decker
Territory- Northeast Florida
harry@auctionsinternational.com ext. 306
OUR HOME OFFICE TEAM
Behind the scenes our inner office professionals are ready when it comes to making sure each auction runs smoothly and effectively.
Barbara Linhardt
Listings Director
barbara@auctionsinternational.com ext. 104
Cindy Klisiewicz
Human Resources
cindy@auctionsinternational.com ext. 102
Jill Smith
Trade Show Director/Communications
jill@auctionsinternational.com (315)794-2658
Mike Madison
Accounting Manager
Michael.Madison@auctionsinternational.com ext. 103
Tammy Gorski
Accounts Receivable
tammy@auctionsinternational.com ext. 101
Melanie Metzger
Accounts Receivable
melanie@auctionsinternational.com ext. 106
Jared Wypij
GIS Specialist/ Marketing
jared@auctionsinternational.com ext. 124
Tim Marciniak
After Hours Customer Service
tim@auctionsinternational.com ext. 105
Shawn Foss
Auctioneer Set-Up Specialist
shawn@auctionsinternational.com
Will R.
Marketing/ Promotion
william@auctionsinternational.com
The Auctions International Mission Statement Is:
To provide superior auction services, both online and live, to our clients, consignors, and the general public,
by exhibiting the highest degree of professionalism, knowledge, and auction skill in all aspects of the auction
process while also treating both buyers and sellers with equality, fairness, and honesty.
Our Vision Statement Is: To be an industry leader in auction and asset/surplus liquidation markets, offering our advanced professional
auction services in a timely and highly efficient matter. Our incredibly experienced and qualified staff makes
customer service a priority in each and every aspect of business. Our broad range of expertise allows us to
tender to the needs of all clientele. Technologically impressive options via the World Wide Web and traditional
auction success separate Auctions International from the rest of the auctioneering market. It is our goal to
make every effort to inform the public about government auction sales.
