“I Have Thoroughly Enjoyed Every Moment”: Celebrated Equestrian Auctioneer Bows Out After 25 Years of Exceptional Service

The end is not really an end. This line can mostly be applied to equestrian athletes who step down from equestrianism to explore other avenues. Having surrounded himself with horses for over 25 years, a legendary Fasig-Tipton auctioneer stupefied fans with an unexpected announcement.

Fasig-Tipton, the popular American Thoroughbred horse’s auction house, has been functioning since 1898. Since then, several horses have been put up for sale. But the auctioneers play the main role, taking the events forward with motivation, integrity and empathy. But the potential buyers will not see the best of one legend anymore.

Equestrian auctioneer Tom Biederman steps down

Pulling through 25 long years and bid calling without rest, Biederman has secured his name among the top-most. But now it’s time for him to bow out with the statement, “I Have Thoroughly Enjoyed Every Moment”. Although he’s departing from the auctioneer’s stand, he wishes to keep his other profession alive. The proud owner of Lexington-based Biederman Real Estate and Auctioneers’ company will focus more on his firm.

Kick starting his career as a student at the University of Kentucky, being a Fasig-Tipton auctioneer came later in his life. Previously, he worked in the Canadian Thoroughbred Breeders and the Ocala Breeders’ Sales Company, among others. So, to sum up, he has gained experience in all realms of the auction industry.

As a goodbye speech, he voiced, “It has been a wonderful honor to ply my trade at some of the most recognized Thoroughbred auctions in the world, including Fasig-Tipton Saratoga and the November sale for the last several years.” To honor the old employee of Fasig-Tip, the President had some good words to say.

Boyd Browning’s goodbye note

Little did the equestrian world know that Biederman is a horse owner, too. So, even after his auction exit, he’ll be in the proximity of the horses. To support this, Boyd Browning, Fasig-Tipton CEO said, “…Although he will no longer be in the auction stand, we look forward to his continued involvement with Fasig-Tipton and the Thoroughbred industry as a horse owner and leader in the Central Kentucky real estate market.”

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Tom’s early life had American Saddlebred horses as he grew up on a 700 acre farmland in Springfield, Kentucky. The penchant for buying and selling property had developed when young Biederman saw his grandfather run his real estate business. The motto of his company is “We Get It Done”, and along with his team members, he’s aiming for the stars.

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