George Stanners rejoins Goffs in client liaison and auctioneering role

Goffs has announced the reappointment of George Stanners in a wide-ranging role that will focus on client liaison and auctioning in Ireland and the UK.

After 17 years with Goffs UK, where he joined the team straight from school, Stanners took up the role of bloodstock manager at Yorton Farm 12 months ago.

He will remain as a consultant to the breeding operation based on the English-Welsh border and will visit vendors across the UK and Ireland.

Goffs Group chief executive Henry Beeby said: “We are delighted George is back with us as he was always a popular and highly effective member of the team.

"His new role will see him engage with vendors and purchasers for all Goffs and Goffs UK sales, inspecting and recruiting for our portfolio of sales in Kildare, Doncaster and our specialist boutique sales at the likes of Aintree, Punchestown and Sandown, and then working with our Purchaser Attraction Teams to promote each catalogue to buyers.

"At the same time he will maintain the superb link with Dave Futter and his team at Yorton as we evolve and develop that mutually beneficial relationship."

Beeby added: “His presence on the rostrum at every sale in Kildare and Doncaster will only enhance our exceptional panel of auctioneers as he is a world-class operator with a unique and highly effective style."

Stanners said: "I'm pleased to return to a role with Goffs and be back on the rostrum on a more consistent basis. Being on the ground visiting breeders and trainers is something I have always enjoyed, so I look forward to assisting them both at home and at sales throughout the year.

"Alongside my Goffs commitments, I will continue to work closely with both Yorton and the Potter family as they trade both on and off their farms at Leighton, which is another aspect I relish.

“Goffs and Yorton share many mutual clients so my new Goffs role will only be complemented by my ongoing connection with Yorton."

Dave Futter of Yorton added: "We enjoyed having George as part of our team for the last 12 months. James Potter and I understand and support George’s decision and are delighted that George returns to Goffs and his auctioneering career.

"We look forward to working closely with George and Goffs in the future and continuing our superb relationship together. We wish George the very best of luck for the future.”

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