Our Team

Maynards are auctioneers and global experts in asset auctions, liquidation and asset valuation appraisal services.

Maynards Industrial Auction manages asset auctions and asset valuation projects valued up to half a billion dollars from eight permanent offices in Canada, the United States, Europe, Japan and China. As auctioneers with an established global presence and familiarity with the international marketplace, we provide project management and sales services wherever a client’s assets are located. Success in the auction and liquidation industry comes from a combination of experience, professionalism and initiative.

The Maynards Executive Team

Taso Sofikitis

CEO / President

Taso is a certified appraiser has been an integral part in helping Maynards become a global leader in valuation and liquidations. He has managed countless sales projects around the globe, netting sales in excess of $1 billion.

Barry Scott

Chairman

Barry is a principal in Maynards since the early 1970’s, he has led Maynards to become a global leader in valuation and liquidation. Barry is actively involved in the community and sits on many boards.

Aaron Stewardson, CPA, CA

COO

Aaron joined Maynards in 2009, he previously worked for EY in the TAS Group in both Canada and the US. Aaron is active in the committee and is a Director of Easter Seals.

Andreas Matuszczak

Managing Director, Europe

Andreas co-founded Maynards Europe in 2009, Andreas holds qualifications as a mechanical engineer, and is a member of two professional appraisal associations.

Daniel Kroeger

Managing Director, Europe

Daniel co-founded Maynards Europe in 2009, previously he worked for a worldwide used equipment internet trading company and was a consultant.

Mike McIntosh

Executive Vice President, Canada

Mike McIntosh has been in the Auction and Appraisal business for over 30 years. Mike oversees Canada and has wide ranging experience in some of the largest industrial projects in North America

Weiyu Chen, MBA, CFA

MBA CFA President China

Weiyu Chen founded the Maynards office in China in 2010. He previously worked for a US Investment Bank and holds trading licenses for stocks. Weiyu is a licensed appraiser and auctioneer in China.