Bob Robeson & Associates and Darlington Livestock Market are owned by Bob Robeson and his family, who live in Chesterfield, South Carolina.  Bob is married to the former Karen McLaughlin and they have one son, Conner.  Bob is a 1989 graduate of the Mendenhall School of Auctioneering and a 1991 graduate of Coker College, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.  From January 1, 1993 until December 1, 2002, Bob served as the Coroner of Chesterfield County, running in each election unopposed.  Bob resigned his commission in 2002 to pursue the auction business full time.  In November 1996, Bob purchased the Darlington Livestock Market.  Bob and his family have worked tirelessly to make the market a leader in the South Carolina livestock auction industry.  The Darlington Livestock Market is now the largest weekly hog and goat auction in South Carolina.  Since resigning from the Coroner’s Office, Bob and his staff have put special emphasis on the business liquidation, equipment, and real estate side of the business.  Bob Robeson & Associates now works extensively with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court trustees for the District of South Carolina as well as conducting auctions for banks, attorneys, and other interests throughout North and South Carolina.  Additionally, Bob serves on the SCAA Board of Directors.  Bob can be reached by calling 843-623-6187 or 843-921-2935.

Our Staff

Ronnie Brand – Auctioneer – Graduate of Mendenhall School of Auctioneering and over 35 years experience in the livestock and agricultural industry.  Ronnie is very knowledgeable in the area of farm equipment auctions.  Ronnie is married and has one son.  Ronnie’s phone numbers are 843-332-8662 or 843-861-3949

Aaron Greene – Auctioneer – Graduate of Midlands Technical College with over 30 years experience in the auction, livestock, and agricultural industries.  Aaron has a reputation as one of the best bid callers in both Carolinas and has competed in the World Livestock Auctioneers Championship several times.   Aaron is married and has four daughters .  Aaron’s phone number is 864-941-0796.

Sam Parker – Auctioneer – Graduate of Southeastern School of Auctioneering.  Sam is a new auctioneer who is very enthusiastic about the industry and works hard at each sale.  He is also the Sheriff of Chesterfield County, South Carolina.  He retired as an agent for the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division with over 25 years service to South Carolina.  Sam is currently serving his second term as sheriff.  Sam’s phone number is 843-623-2101.

Campbell Streater - Columbia, SC.  Campbell is responsible for set up and auction operations in the Midlands area of South Carolina.  He is a retired agent with the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and also owns his own business.  Campbell's phone number is 803-206-7955.

Gary Lenox, BIC - Gary is our real estate broker and has over 40 years experience in the auction and real estate industry. He has auctioned cattle, real estate, personal property, horses, fine china, and most everything in between. He is licensed as an auctioneer in S.C., N.C., and Virginia, as well as holding real estate licenses in these states as well. Gary and his wife, Carol are very active in their church and have travelled extensively doing mission work in Africa, South America, and India. Gary and Carol live in Cary, North Carolina and he can be reached by calling 919-522-0074. Gary is very easy to talk to and looks forward to discussing your auction or real estate needs in the strictest of confidentiality.

Charles Gardner – Support Staff – Hartsville, SC

Tony Shehane – Support Staff – Lancaster, SC

Karen Robeson – Computer “guru” – Chesterfield, SC

Peggy Robeson – Cashier & Buyer signup – Chesterfield, SC

Libby Hannah – Assistant of the computer “guru” and Buyer signup – Chesterfield, SC

Connie Davis – Cashier & Buyer signup – Chesterfield, SC

Dustin Tyner - Set up/Mechanic - Chesterfield, SC

Pictures of Staff