Terri Walker, of Walker Auctions in Memphis, TN, competed in and was crowned the International Auctioneers Champion on Friday, July 17, 2009 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Walker, who already has three 1st runner up and three 2nd runner up trophies in her case was now able to add the coveted IAC Championship trophy to her hardware.

For Terri, this year’s competition was her ninth attempt at the prestigious title and the win was not only humbling, but also rewarding. Camille Booker of Richland, WA and Regina Andrijeski of Curtis, NE joined Terri in the winner’s circle. Camille earned the title of 1st runner-up, followed by Regina who earned 2nd runner-up honors.

“It is rewarding to spend your life doing something you love and its even more rewarding to be awarded for it.” said Terri.

A graduate of Missouri Auction School, Terri is a second generation Auctioneer. Her father, Bob Turnage, started the family business in Hayti, Missouri. Terri and her husband, Lance Walker, own and operate Walker Auctions in Memphis, TN. Their firm specializes in real estate, benefit and estate auctions. An Auctioneer and Realtor, Terri holds the CAI, BAS and CES designation. Terri is currently the 1st Year Advisor for CAI and a BAS instructor. Prior to becoming an Auctioneer, Terri taught for 12 years and holds a bachelors and masters degree in education.

Terri resides in Memphis, Tennessee with her husband of 32 years, Lance, and their three children.