Jonathan "Jake" Josko, CEA Joins Resell CNC as President of Auctions & Appraisals, Signaling Strategic Growth in CNC Asset Disposition and Appraisals

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May 20, 2025, 09:48 ET

ORLANDO, Fla., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Resell CNC, a leading national provider of used CNC machinery, industrial auctions, and certified equipment appraisals, is proud to welcome Jonathan "Jake" Josko, CEA as President of Auctions & Appraisals. Josko joins the company with over three decades of proven success in CNC equipment auctions, industrial asset recovery, and certified industrial asset-based appraisals, further strengthening Resell CNC's auction and valuation services for banks, financial institutions, turnaround management professionals, Fortune 500 manufacturers, and private equity clients globally.

With a career rooted in Josko & Sons Auctioneers, and key executive positions at numerous leading industrial asset remarketing firms, Jake Josko brings unmatched leadership in managing complex machinery liquidations, asset-based valuations, and industrial auctions for clients in all industrial verticals including manufacturing, plastics, aerospace, construction, recycling, printing, and metalworking.

"Joining Resell CNC is a natural evolution in my career," said Josko. "The company is widely recognized for its reliability, speed, and deep technical expertise in the CNC marketplace. I'm thrilled to work alongside Jeff Kopp and John Butz to bring tailored auction and asset-based appraisal solutions to our clients—especially those navigating large-scale liquidations and finance-backed equipment redeployments."

"Jake's track record and leadership in the auction and appraisal space aligns perfectly with our mission to keep America's Manufacturers stay competitive and profitable through buying and selling manufacturing equipment." said John Butz, CEO of Resell CNC."

In additional to his business achievements, Jake is deeply invested in professional development and community engagement. He currently serves as:

Second Vice President, Association of Machinery and Equipment Appraisers (AMEA)
Chairman, Chicago Chapter of the Machinery Dealers National Association (MDNA)
Board Member, Gavers Community Cancer Foundation (GCCF)

He holds industry recognized certifications including:

Certified Equipment Appraiser (CEA) – AMEA
Master Personal Property Appraiser (MPPA) – National Auctioneers Association
Licensed Auctioneer in multiple states

Jake will lead the rapidly growing Resell CNC Auctions & Appraisals division, a cornerstone of the company's integrated platform, which also includes Resell CNC Retail and Resell CNC Finance. His appointment underscores the company's commitment to offering certified machinery appraisals, timed online CNC auctions, and strategic equipment disposition services backed by real industry experience.

About Resell CNC

Founded in 2008, Resell CNC is a trusted partner for used CNC machinery, auctions, and appraisals. With over 150 years of combined team experience, The company specializes in pre-owned CNC lathes, turning centers, horizontal and vertical machining centers, and multi-axis machines.

Services include: