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David Fiegel 2011

Name: David Fiegel Title: President Company: Blackbird Asset Services, LLC Location: Buffalo, N.Y. Birthplace: Buffalo, N.Y. Family: Married with four kids (8 to 19 years) College: SUNY First job outside of real estate: I worked for the local YMCA first as a volunteer then paid staff starting in Junior High. First job in real estate or allied field: Real estate agent What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? We are a boutique auction and valuation firm that caters to secured creditors and bankruptcy professionals. We sell real estate, machinery and equipment across North America - at auction. Blackbird's vision is to be a relevant, important and strategic partner to all stakeholders in the appraisal and auction industry. We strive to be regarded as both competent and ethical in our dealings. Hobbies: I used to do triathlons, but my body is not cooperating with that much lately. Favorite book: I really enjoyed the Harry Potter series with my older kids, and am going through them again with my 8 year old now. It's great. Person you admire most (outside if family): Forrest Gump Keys to success: Tenacity, hard work and attention to details. If you had to choose another vocation what would it be? It would have to be a teacher.
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