About Us

 

Office Hours:   Monday - Friday      8:00 am - 5:00 pm

 

     Founded in 2007 and focused on customer service, Des Moines Auto Auction strives to be the best family owned wholesale auto auction in the country.  Sales are held every Friday at 9:30 am with a Party Sale on the third week of every month.  We hope to see you here.  Call today to reserve your numbers.  Once you come here, you will never want to buy or sell anywhere else.

 

Owners Group:

      With over 10 years of auction experience, and three generations totaling over 80 years in the automotive industry, this group is not short on industry knowledge and expertise.

 

  General Manager - Todd Givant

     Growing up in the automotive industry gives Todd indispensable insight to our Wholesale Auto Auction. After his time as an NCAA athlete in basketball and graduating of the University of Iowa, Todd gained experience in high-level sales and public relations.  He left his prestigious position for the opportunity presented to him here at Des Moines Auto Auction.  Todd's life and work experiences give him a unique and valuable insight into this company.

 

   Office Manager - Kate Schmidt

     Kate comes to us with a range of experience.  She has been an office manager on corporate construction sites, worked in transportation logistics, and accounting for the Mayo Clinic just to name a few.  Outside overseeing the office, Kate is also in charge of all things technological.  Feel free to contact Kate with any billing or fiscal questions.

 

  Assistant Office Manager - Jennifer Gomez

     Jennifer comes to us with prior auction experience and is a valued part of our team.  Jennifer has over five years auction experience and knowledge of multiple areas of the industry.  Contact Jennifer for any of the following:  Transportation, Titles, Dealer Registration, and Customer Service questions.

 

  Dealer Representative - Julie DeMarce

     Julie is another veteran in the Wholesale Auto Auction Industry and is a fantastic asset to our organization.  If she hasn't contacted you yet, she will shortly.  This is the woman you are looking for if you want to reserve numbers, give floors, have a vehicle detailed, or for any of your dealer needs.  With over 13 years auction experience and 37 years in the automotive industry, Julie provides a wealth of knowledge and insight.

 

  Dealer Representative - Susan McAtee

     Susan joined the Des Moines Auto Auction team to start 2009 with an exciting pace.  A familiar face to the wholesale auction industry, Susan is a welcome addition to our crew. With a focus on customer service, she will be travelling the state to personally bring our message to as many dealers as she can reach.