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Beckett Moves Into New Facility in Plano, TX

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Beckett’s move to new digs in the Dallas area is now complete. The company has officially relocated its headquarters and offices to a new facility in Plano, TX.  Beckett is occupying a single-floor, 100,000+ square foot facility that, in addition to the usual areas for grading and other work, also  includes what the company calls “a state-of-the-art” digital … [Read more...] about Beckett Moves Into New Facility in Plano, TX

Beckett Hires New CEO with Plans for Expansion Beyond Cards

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Beckett has a new CEO with a technology background.  The company named Kunal Chopra to the role on Monday.  Most recently, he served as CEO of Kaspien, a software and tech-enabled services platform for retail marketplaces.  "We're excited that Kunal has agreed to take the helm at Beckett," stated Justin Holbrook, interim Beckett CEO. "He brings the kind of … [Read more...] about Beckett Hires New CEO with Plans for Expansion Beyond Cards

Beckett Ownership Group Chairman Lindberg Sentenced to 7+ Years

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The wealthy founder and chairman of the investment company that owns Beckett Media has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for orchestrating a bribery scheme involving independent expenditure accounts and improper political campaign contributions in North Carolina.  Greg E. Lindberg, 50, of Durham, the head of Eli Global and the owner of Global Bankers … [Read more...] about Beckett Ownership Group Chairman Lindberg Sentenced to 7+ Years

Notes: Indy Shop “a Safe Place”; New Store in NH; Beckett Moves, Joe O Q&A

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You may buy the bulk of your cards online but one thing the internet can’t duplicate well is the sense of community that a good hobby shop can offer.  Whether it’s sharing information, participating in a trade night or special event, playing in a fantasy league or just talking with other collectors, shops can make collecting a more personal experience. The Dugout in … [Read more...] about Notes: Indy Shop “a Safe Place”; New Store in NH; Beckett Moves, Joe O Q&A

Former Beckett Exec Claims Bullying in Lawsuit

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A former executive is suing Beckett Media after he says he was bullied by the company’s president to the point of suffering a mental breakdown. Rodney Alsup of Dallas filed the suit in Texas state court last week.  He’s asking for actual and punitive damages of up to $500,000 and wants his job back “in a position that is free of discrimination”. Alsup’s attorneys say he … [Read more...] about Former Beckett Exec Claims Bullying in Lawsuit

Beckett Acquires Goodwin and Company Auctions

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Beckett is apparently pretty serious about this auction stuff. Once known primarily as a source for pricing information and checklists, the company made an announcement late Thursday that probably caught a lot of long-time hobby watchers by surprise.  Beckett has purchased long-time auction outlet Goodwin & Company out of St. Louis. Company president Bill Goodwin will … [Read more...] about Beckett Acquires Goodwin and Company Auctions

Notes: Vander Meer No-Hit Balls Consigned, Fake Holder, Cards2Kids, Rookie Card Guide

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Heritage Auctions will offer the two final out baseballs from each of Johnny Vander Meer’s back-to-back no-hit games at an auction this coming February. Vander Meer is the only man ever to throw back-to-back no-hitters in baseball history.  According to Heritage, the baseballs were in the family for decades but will now be up for grabs. Chris Ivy of Heritage Auctions … [Read more...] about Notes: Vander Meer No-Hit Balls Consigned, Fake Holder, Cards2Kids, Rookie Card Guide

Beckett to Hold Monthly Consignment Auctions

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Beckett has launched its new auction division. Based in Dallas, Beckett Auction Services will offer monthly online consignment auctions, as well as eBay consignment services. Monthly auctions begin April 13 and the auction preview can be seen here. The monthly online auctions will include sports cards, non-sports cards, memorabilia and more, with a focus on high grade … [Read more...] about Beckett to Hold Monthly Consignment Auctions

Beckett, COMC Now in Legal Tussle

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They were once partners but Beckett and COMC are now at opposite sides of a legal battle.  As first reported by attorney Paul Lesko Tuesday, Beckett sued COMC in late February.  Last week, Seattle-based COMC moved the case to U.S. District Court. COMC, which launched as Check Out My Cards just a few years ago, has experienced rapid growth over the last several years.  … [Read more...] about Beckett, COMC Now in Legal Tussle