John Roebuck
President and CEO/Auctioneer

John Roebuck is one of the pioneers of the auction industry, and is our company's founder. He has been extremely active and successful in the auction business for more than 30 years. John is a native of the Mid-South United States, and introduced the concept of selling real estate at auction to the region. Today, selling real estate at auction is the industry- standard yardstick by which other methods are measured.

John is past President of the National Auctioneers Association, and while serving as president, established the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as the organization's principal national charity. He is now a life member of the National Auctioneers Association, and continues to be one of the group's premiere leaders. In addition, John is the only individual to have served two terms as the President of the Tennessee Auctioneers Association.

John is also the former Auctioneer for the Tiger Woods Foundation . In addition to this foundation, John's charitable support is extended to such groups as the Boys & Girls Clubs and the Girl Scouts of America and John has raised over $15 million for charities.

John continues to lead the industry in new directions, establishing trends and paving the way for auctioning's future. He is one of the nation's premiere auctioneers and is a true leader in real estate marketing.

 

Jody Hopkins, Asset Manager
"Specializing in Lending Institutions, Attorneys & Investment Properties"

Jody brings a wealth of business experience to the Roebuck Auctions team. For fifteen years, he served as an Executive Vice-President and CFO of a very successful international logistics company. He has also served as a court- appointed CEO and CFO of companies in Chapter 11 Re- organization Bankruptcy. As a Consultant, he has assisted distressed companies that needed his services to effectuate quick and lasting turnarounds. Thus, he has witnessed first hand both extremes of a business status and everything in between.

Jody's working understanding of the fundamentals of business along with his appreciation of the ever- changing business world brings a perspective and managerial quality which is invaluable to Roebuck Auctions. He is also extremely proud of the three years he served his country most notably as an Intelligence Officer with the Second Armored Division.

Mike Ray
Auctioneer/Realtor Sales Representative

Mike is a graduate of Nashville Auction School. He has been a Real Estate Developer and Investor for more than 17 years and has been in the auction business for 15 years. Mike specializes in many types of Commercial Properties and Land including Recreational, Hunting, Farms, Ranches, River and Lake properties, and Timber. Mike has been involved in assisting sellers and estates owners in selling all of these types of land in 15 states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, North Carolina, Louisiana, South Carolina, Missouri, Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Florida, and Nebraska.

Mike is an affiliate real estate broker in Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi and Alabama as well as a licensed auctioneer in these states. He is a member of the Tennessee Auctioneers Association and the National Auctioneers Association.

 

Darlene Devers
Asset Management Specialist

Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Darlene moved to the Memphis area in June of 2003 and joined the Roebuck Auctions team in July of 2009. Darlene has multi-dimensional experience in many areas over the span of her career and has spent the past 6 years in Memphis learning a new market and analyzing businesses. As a Multi-media Account Executive for The Commercial Appeal in Memphis , TN, an E. W. Scripps Newspaper Company, Roebuck Auctions was one of her clients, as she serviced and managed their advertising needs. Before relocating to Tennessee, Darlene was Licensed as a Real Estate Agent in Ohio with Century 21 Arrow Realty, serving both sellers & buyers and also working as a Sales Consultant with Zaremba Cleveland Communities, a residential real estate developer in Ohio. Darlene is an Affiliate Real Estate Broker in Tennessee, Arkansas, & Mississippi.

Darlene's background also includes investigations & loss prevention as a former Ohio Private Investigator licensed with the Ohio Department of Commerce & as a Business Development Representative with The Wackenhut Corporation. In addition she has Retail Management experience with Starbucks, Trans World Music Corporation & Nutri-System Weight Loss Centers. She has had a lifetime dedication to community involvement through service, leadership & fundraising projects with several organizations such as the Girl Scouts of Lake Erie Council in Ohio, and locally committed to volunteering with The Exchange Club in Memphis, TN to help children & families in need with Domestic Violence Issues.

More highlights of her life include serving in the United States Army as a Military Policewoman in the early 1980's stationed in White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. In 2001 while living in Cleveland Ohio, she received the Neighborhood Hero Award for attending the National Peoples Action Conference in Washington D.C.. That same year she was Appointed by the Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio to the Bond Accountability Commission to oversee the facilities master Plan for the Cleveland Municipal School District.

Leaving Ohio was not easy for Darlene and her family, however, starting a new life in Memphis & learning the territory was a challenge that Darlene could take on and will never regret. She is also very proud of her 3 remarkable children who give her the motivation and courage to be the best that she can be! Her beliefs are " you should never stop learning something new", "you must reinvent your self & career path if needed " and "in any business the client is #1".

Chris Camp
Owner Roebuck Auctions Florida Division Chis Camp has been involved in the auction business for over 15 years. "Chris was a regular buyer and seller at our auctions in the Memphis area for years," according to CEO, John Roebuck. "He was a natural fit for this business," added Roebuck. Camp previously worked for Roebuck Auctions from 2002 to 2006, where he learned the finer details of the auction business. According to Chris, "It would be hard to put a price on the experience I gained at Roebuck Auctions. I missed the team spirit that comes from having so many knowledgeable staff members knowing exactly what to do."

According to John Roebuck, having Chris rejoin his team is like a homecoming. "Chris has proven his leadership and sales ability in a tough market like Florida, and now he has come back to the company where he received his initial training," said John.

Don Williams
Florida Division Broker

Real Estate has been a great tradition since Don WIlliams' youth. Raised in Marrietta, Georgia as the son of a home builder, Don started building homes by the age of 13 and went on to build a successful career in the home construction industry in the Atlanta area. He also spent several years in Home Depot management and as a Loadmaster on the flight crew of a C-130 Aircraft in the Air National Guard, where he assisted in National Security.

Don began his love for the Emerald Coast over 22 years ago when he met his wife, Debra, on the beach. Even though Don has flown around the world an equivalent of 4 times and stood in beautiful places, Destin has always had a special draw for him. Don often brought his family to play and enjoy the pure beauty of the gulf coast. It was a dream come true when the Williams' moved to Destin in February 2001.

Don has invested in properties in the area since that time and knows clients are looking for honesty, integrity and hard work. Don is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and has had the opportunity of brokering three companies. In just those few years Don has had over 120 million dollars in closed real estate transactions.

According to Chris Camp, owner of Roebuck Auctions Florida Division, "Our client base continues to grow because we are able to sell property when the seller wants and at true market value. We needed a broker that could meet our growing demand. Don has an unsurpassed work-ethic and a proven record of success that we wanted not only for the Roebuck Auction team but also for our buyers and sellers."

Jeff Jourdan
Marketing Director

Jeff joined the Roebuck Auctions team in January 2000, and was put in charge of the company's marketing efforts. Since that time, he has built a marketing department and coordinates promotion of upcoming auctions, seminars for buyers and sellers and trade shows and special events. Jeff oversees all sales and marketing, from Web design, maintenance and graphic arts to advertising, ensuring the successful sale of each property.

Jeff earned a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from the University of Memphis. He has been highly involved in charitable functions benefiting both St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and ALSAC, the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities.

In addition to spending time with his wife and children, Jeff enjoys golfing and is an avid Cardinals baseball fan.

Thania Krafthefer
Sales Associate

Thania has been working with clients worldwide for the past 12 years with high-end investments. Prior to getting into the real estate auction business, Thania worked with financial investments for Charles Schwab and Co. Her diverse background has provided her the advantage of combining investments and sales into each project. She is currently a CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Manager) candidate with anticipated completion soon.

Thania is already lining up auctions and helping Roebuck Auctions to expand into new markets. Her background in sales, finance and auctions brings a unique perspective to our team.

Known as "Senior" to everyone in the office, Jeff has worked for Roebuck for the past 5 years handling all aspects of our outside marketing campaigns. Prior to working for Roebuck, Senior spent 15 years in the fertilizer equipment business and is retired from the United States Coast Guard.

A native of Memphis, TN, Senior recently moved to Florida to be closer to his son and 3 grandchildren. He is currently in the process of obtaining his Florida real estate sales associate’s license.

Katie New
Marketing

Katie New graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York City with a BBA. Upon graduating she moved to Las Vegas where she worked freelance as a stylist and event coordinator prior to getting involved in marketing, advertising and event coordination for Boyd Gaming, one of the most prestigious corporations in Las Vegas. After learning the intricacies of the marketing industry she was selected to start up the marketing department for a landscape architecture firm where she oversaw the marketing, advertising, business development and press for the firm.

Katie moved to Florida in the beginning of 2007 and joined Roebuck Auctions shortly thereafter. Katie handles media buying and placement, advertising, graphic and web design, and public relations for the companies marketing department. She is currently working on attaining her real estate license.

Audrey LaFlamme
Office Manager

Audrey LaFlamme brings a wealth of management experience to Roebuck. One of Audrey's first major jobs was managing the office of a multi-million dollar crew boat operation in Western Texas where she met her husband. This experience later led to another management job with a multi-million dollar marketing firm where she did invoice processing, accounts payable & receivables. After 7 years of managing the Destin Office for a national auction company that worked with major Northeast banks, RTC and other Federal government agencies, Audrey joined Roebuck Auctions in April of 2008.

Born and raised in New Orleans, Audrey LaFLamme, as a newlywed moved to the Destin area and lived wherever their income could support but along with her husband set their sights on the American dream of having a home of her own. With willing and hardworking hands the couple decided to build their own home. Her management skills and her love of entertaining came in handy as they would call friends and have lot clearing, framing and roofing parties. Twenty years later the home still stands as a testiment of hardwork, determination and her door is still always open for friends. Audrey also enjoys boating and fishing.

Zack Housley
Broker Associate

Zack Housley was always fascinated by the auction industry and originally came to Roebuck Auctions as a buyer and more recently as a client. He was so impressed with the Roebuck team and the auction process that he decided to join the firm. Originally from Atlanta, GA Zack brings over 14 years of experience to the team. He holds both a Florida brokers license and Georgia sales license.

Zack, a graduate of Georgia State University, relocated to Florida in 2004 and enjoys competing in triathlons, spending time with his two daughters and fishing in the beautiful waters of the Emerald Coast.

Vicki Stokes
Realtor / Sales Associate

Vicki Stokes, originally from Highlands, North Carolina, joins the Roebuck team from Crye Leike Realty. Her vast experience in the real estate industry includes title research, loan processing, and real estate closings. As an active member of the community Vicki is an Ambassador to the Destin Chamber, serves on the Advisory Board to the American Heart Association, and is on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of the Emerald Coast and Condo’s for Kids.

Derrick Ballard
Sales Associate

Derrick Ballard has lived in the Destin area for 20 years and has been a licensed realtor in the state of Florida since 1997.  Derrick has been in the sales and service industry since he was 18 years old, including food and beverage, pharmaceutical sales and real estate.  With over a decade of experience in the real estate market Derrick is a real asset to the Roebuck Auctions Team.  Derrick commented, “After working in traditional real estate for many years, I was intrigued by auctions since they are an exciting and fun way to sell and buy real estate.“

Derrick enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife of 9 years and his angelic 8-year old daughter.  During his free time he takes pleasure in working in his yard and playing golf with friends.

George Sutherland
Sales Associate

George Sutherland moved to the United States from Eastern Canada in 1981 with his wife Sharon and sons Scott and Chris. He has a general management background with expertise in manufacturing, transportation and distribution industries. Since the late 80’s George has been involved in development and home building.

After visiting Destin during the winter for 4 years he decided it was time to move and enjoy the beaches year-round. “I really take pleasure in working with people and the real estate industry has provided me with an opportunity to do what I enjoy most.” George continues, “After visiting with Roebuck Auctions, I immediately knew that auctions were the future of the real estate industry and I was eager to be a part of such an exciting time of growth and expansion within the company.”
In his spare time George donates his time to charitable organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and is a founder of The Fuller Center for Housing of South Walton, a non-profit organization that builds affordable housing for those in need. He also enjoys golfing, biking and fishing.

Bob Brooks
Principal

Bob Brooks has been working in the in the real estate industry since 1973 and is licensed in the states of Alabama and Tennessee. He is the owner of Landmark Realty Center, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Bob has his Masters Degree in Marketing and is the past president of the Huntsville MLS System and past chairman of the Professional Standards Committee of the Huntsville Board of Realtors.

Bob has been married to his wife Pat for 31 years and they have four children and 14 grandchildren. He is also the author of the children's book series, Fearless the Lion.

John Brooks
Principal

John Brooks graduated from the University of South Alabama with a B.S. in marketing. He discovered the valuable lessons learned in advertising a property and the modern techniques of marketing to apply to all avenues of real estate. Whether it is in traditional advertising or with modern web 2.0 Principals, all techniques are applied to the Auction business.

John is a native of the Huntsville, AL. area working in Real Estate since 2003. John is a 3rd generation realtor, he was taught at an early age to resolve all the issues and problems associated with the real estate industry with a win-win outcome for all parties involved. John has gained valuable experience working various types of sellers from short sales & flips to luxury waterfront properties.

John comes from a passionate family of real estate investors, appraisers, and developers. After seeing Roebuck Auctions national footprint, outstanding reputation, & there superior systems of operation, joining forces with this company was a no-brainer. Once I heard the Auctioneers chanting & the buzz created by the Auction business in the community, I immediately knew this was another tool in helping both buyers & sellers move property quickly.

Ron Lentz
Chief FInancial Officer

Ron spent thirty-five years with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in Houston, Texas, Washington, DC and Huntsville, Alabama before getting into the real estate business. He has a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis on Accounting from Auburn University and grew up in Huntsville during the “Space Race” era in our nation’s history.

His diverse professional background includes Financial Management, Contract Management and Project Management. He completed his real estate training in 2008 and became interested in the auction marketing method after attending a land auction.

“I believe the auction method of marketing real estate is the future and jumped at the chance to align Roebuck Auctions”. The Roebuck Auction philosophy of professionalism, commitment to quality service and integrity were the major reasons for Ron desiring to become affiliated with the organization.

Ron and his wife Linda have been married for thirty-seven wonderful years, have three daughters and two grandchildren. He is active in his local church and loves to spend time riding his motorcycle, playing with grandchildren or playing softball.

Jeff Sandridge

Jeff has worked as a contractor, developer, and investor of single and multifamily housing during the past thirty years.

Jeff graduated from Athens State University with a B.A. in Behavioral Science. His wife of 18 years, Dejuana, and their 8 year old daughter, Schuyler, live on a small farm in Harvest AL.

Jeff teaches a homebuying seminar for first time home buyers, investors and second home purchasers on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Email him for more information.

Billy Davis
CEO

Billy Davis, CEO of Roebuck Auctions of Alabama, has lived and worked in Alabama for more than 40 years. For more than 20 years, he has been involved in commercial and residential building and maintenance industry.

Billy has worked with some of the largest commercial and industrial facilities in the Southeast, such as NASA, Busch Gardens and the U.S. military.

In 2001, Billy and his wife Carol joined Landmark Realty Ctr., a 50 year Real Estate Company based in Huntsville, Alabama, that provide real estate services for residential, commercial, beach and waterfront properties.

Jay Lockridge
Principal Auctioneer

Jay has a long history in the auction business. Jay's first job as teenager was as an auction clerk, ringman and helper for a country auction house in Centre, Alabama.

He left the auction business to attend college at Jacksonville State University where he graduated with honors in Marketing with minor in Music. Jay later moved to Huntsville where he worked for 25 years in both purchasing and sales of technology products across the southeastern United States. During this time was recognized for top sales performance nationally

In 2007, Jay returned to the auction business and graduated from JSU auctioneer school as the Top Bid Caller in his class. The next year, he was awarded top “Rookie” bid caller in Alabama at Alabama Auctioneer State Convention.

In 2008, Jay accepted the position of Principal Auctioneer for Roebuck Auctions of Alabama. Jay is a member of the National Auctioneers Association and the Alabama Auctioneers Association and holds the Certified Estate Specialist certification.