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Auctioneer Spenser Karns & S.D. Karns Auction Services

Get to know Spenser & S.D. Karns Auction Services

Background

Auctioneer Spenser Karns is a 2021 graduate of Harrisburg Area Community College's Auctioneer program graduating with High Honors, Graduating from the Professional Ringmens Institute (PRI) under the tutelage of Brian Rigby and 5x World Automobile Auctioneer champion Dustin Taylor and winning the Professional Ringmens Institute's Scholarship Award in 2021. Spenser married his high school sweetheart, Julie (pictured left), in October of 2015. Julie is Spenser's right hand as well as the business administrator of S.D. Karns Auction Service LLC. Spenser is a Graduate of Pennsylvania State University, and Julie is a Graduate of The University of Pittsburgh.


Although just receiving his license in 2021, Spenser is no stranger to the auction world. His passion began early in his childhood, traveling throughout the Bedford County area with various family members, mainly his dad, Jeff, and his Grandfather, Harry Karns. Spenser is committed to continuing his education, being an active member of both the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association and the prestigious National Auction Association (NAA). He has a vast wealth and variety of knowledge, and eagerness to learn, which sets him apart and into a league of his own in the auction industry. He also works closely with several fellow auctioneers, including long time auctioneer, Frank Brumbaugh, with whom he apprenticed for throughout and following receiving his license.


Beyond the world of fast talking and quick bidding, Spenser is committed to giving back to his community. Spenser is the preferred Auctioneer for Garret County Habitat for Humanity, and  ​​ReNewing Hope Ministries, Inc.   He is constantly sponsoring or donating to a cause or event locally. S.D. Karns Auction Service is also a member of the Bedford County Chamber of Commerce since 2021. 


Spenser is currently accepting new clients for Estate Sales, Business Liquidations, Benefit Auctions, and Consignments for the remainder of 2023 and now into 2024. So, if you're looking for an auctioneer who will put his everything into making your auction the most profitable, kick off your boots, let the Karns' work for you. 


SPENSER D. KARNS - (814) 207-5070

PA: AU006250

PA: AY002472

WV: 2458

OH: 2023000206  

Auctioneer Spenser Karns with wife Julie

Articles and Competitions

Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) Class 1 completition

Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

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Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

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2024 Mid Atlantic Open Bid Calling Champion

Assisting JAmes yoder Cai & andrew yoder cai at Laurel Leadership Gala

Habitat for Humanity auction raises nearly $30,000

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Habitat for Humanity auction raises nearly $30,000

Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Habitat for Humanity auction raises nearly $30,000

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Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Auctioneer Spenser Karns posing with auction advertisement for Slick's Ivy Stone Restaurant
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Slick's Ivy Stone- End of an Era- Altoona Mirror

Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Country Road Bidding Interview at the Slick's Ivy Stone auction

Advertisement from Slick's Ivy Stone live auction
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2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

Auctioneer Spenser Karns with wife Julie
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2023 PENNSYLVANIA State Bid Calling Rookie CHampion

2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

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2023 PENNSYLVANIA STATE BID CALLING- 6TH PLACE OVERALL

2023 West Virginia Auctioneers Association’s Rookie Division Grand Champion

2023 Pennsylvania's Auctioneers Association 75th Conference Article by Farm and Dairy

auctioneering competition
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2023 Pennsylvania's Auctioneers Association 75th Conference Article by Farm and Dairy

2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

2023 Pennsylvania's Auctioneers Association 75th Conference Article by Farm and Dairy

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2022 Allentown Fair first annual bidding competition- 3rd place

2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

auctioneering competition
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2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

2021 Recipient of the Professional Ringmen's Institute of nashville's scholarship award

Auctioneer Spenser Karns receiving scholarship
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SPENSER D. KARNS

S.D. KARNS AUCTION SERVICES

AU006250   //   AY002472


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