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Jack Christy

Jack Christy ('71)

Jack Christy, a 1971 graduate of Southport High School, is well known in the Indianapolis and surrounding areas for his dedication to the community, both professionally and personally.

After graduating from Southport, Jack spent time working on the family farm and at a grocery store he and his father owned together.  He attended Ball State University where he earned an associate degree in business administration and is also a graduate of the Certified Auctioneers Institute.

In 1975, Jack became a certified auctioneer and his business shifted from the food and retail industry to auctioneering.  As a youth, he was exposed to the industry through working at livestock auctions, developing practical experience he would soon put to use at his own auction gallery. Today, Jack serves as the president and owner of Christy’s of Indiana, Inc. on the southside of Indianapolis.

As a professional, Jack Christy has earned numerous honors and accolades within his field.  He served as president of the Indiana Auctioneers Association in 1996, was the winner of the 1990 Hoosier Bid Calling State Championship, and earned the Outstanding Service Award with Optimist International.  In 2000, Jack was inducted into the Indiana Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame.  More recently, Jack was honored by Indiana University and  the National Auctioneers Association as a distinguished faculty member for 2023.  Jack also demonstrates the value of being a life-long learner by continuing to develop his business acumen through ongoing education at various auctioneer-related trainings and certifications. 

In addition to being a decorated business professional, Jack has dedicated both his personal and professional life to serving his community.  He serves as an expert witness in state and federal courts and is a member of eight charity and foundation boards.  His company employs individuals who have struggled with addiction and works to get them the resources they need to overcome their hardships.  They also host several benefits and charity events every year to help those in need.

Jack and his wife, Teresa, have been married for fifty years.  They enjoy spending time with their two children, Melissa Davis and Jack Christy Jr., and their nine grandchildren.