Second-Generation Auctioneer and 2026 CAI Graduate to Lead State’s Premier Professional Organization

WEST COLUMBIA, SC / BLOOMINGTON, IN — Holli McGee, CAI, founder of McGee Auction & Appraisal Services, LLC, has been elected President of the South Carolina Auctioneers Association (SCAA), marking a significant leadership milestone for the second-generation auctioneer.

Her election comes just a month before graduating from the National Auction Association’s prestigious Certified Auctioneers Institute (CAI) on April 3, 2026, during the program’s historic 50th anniversary at Indiana University.

Often referred to as the “master’s degree of the auction profession,” CAI is an intensive three-year executive development program focused on business strategy, ethics, and leadership. McGee now joins an elite group of auction professionals who blend generational expertise with advanced business acumen.

“Leading the SCAA is a responsibility I accept with a clear vision for the future of our profession in South Carolina,” said McGee. “My time at CAI has reinforced that the modern auctioneer is, first and foremost, a high-level asset advisor. As President, my focus will be on elevating industry standards through education and ensuring our members are equipped to provide ethical, results-driven service to the families and fiduciaries we serve.”

Based in West Columbia, McGee is widely recognized for her work in complex estate liquidations and personal property appraisals. Her firm is known for managing accelerated timelines while delivering transparent, high-performing results for attorneys, executors, and heirs.

As President, McGee is expected to prioritize:

Expanded professional education initiatives
Stronger industry standards across South Carolina
Integration of modern auction technologies and digital bidding platforms
About McGee Auction & Appraisal Services, LLC

McGee Auction & Appraisal Services, LLC, based in West Columbia, South Carolina, is a full-service auction firm specializing in estate liquidations and specialty collections. Led by Holli McGee, CAI, the company combines decades of experience with innovative marketing strategies to reach a national and global bidder audience.