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The Dawn of a New Era for Invaluable

In a significant leadership shift, Invaluable has appointed Brett Malone as its full-time Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. This strategic decision follows his successful tenure as interim CEO since February of this year, during which he demonstrated his capability to steer the company through a pivotal time.

Brett joined Invaluable in 2023, primarily overseeing product and marketing teams. With an impressive background comprising over 15 years in the technology sector, he holds a wealth of experience from leadership roles in both human resources and travel technology organizations. His skills not only highlight a blend of operational expertise but also showcase remarkable strategic foresight, perfectly positioning him to lead Invaluable into its next phase.

Under Malone's guidance, Invaluable has witnessed remarkable achievements, especially in financial performance. The company recently reported record-breaking gross merchandise sales (GMS) of $125 million in the first quarter, marking an impressive 17% year-on-year increase. Moreover, this surge in sales has translated to a historic record of 14.7% in gavel share, further evidencing Malone's impactful leadership.

The momentum has not slowed, as the company continued to thrive, achieving a remarkable 20% growth in GMS in May, the strongest year-over-year growth since September 2023. Additionally, marketing services have also seen significant growth, with a 15% increase in April alone, reaching its best performance since January 2024.

Brett’s focus on product innovation has been pivotal in driving these positive results. The introduction of new shipping solutions in Q4 has already gained traction, with over 50 auction houses adopting this service and witnessing a threefold increase in volume growth from the previous quarter. The annual GMS from the Invaluable app has surged to over $40 million since his arrival, showcasing the efficacy of enhanced investments in the global bidding sphere.

Looking forward, Malone is excited about broadening Invaluable's reach in several key areas. These include an intensified focus on integrating artificial intelligence, optimizing global demand, and enhancing experiences for bidders and auction houses alike. Invaluable aims to strengthen its value proposition across the auction industry by promoting user experience improvements and fostering international bidder engagement while simultaneously modernizing auction software to streamline management processes for auction houses.

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