About Perpetual Industries
Perpetual Industries is a US public company headquartered in Indiana, USA.
In 2024, the Company initiated a strategic reorganization to focus its operations and growth efforts on the collector car industry through its wholly owned subsidiary, Worldwide Group, LLC (“Worldwide Auctioneers”).
This transition reflects a shift away from legacy bitcoin mining, research and development activities in energy-efficient and emerging technologies, toward building a robust, vertically integrated presence in the collectible automobile market.
Worldwide Auctioneers is a U.S.-based boutique auction house specializing in the acquisition and sale of classic and vintage motorcars at auction around the globe.
In addition to live and online auction events, Worldwide provides a wide range of personalized services to automotive collectors, including private sales, appraisals, collection management, estate planning, and asset consultancy. With a 20-year track record, a seasoned team of experts, and a physical and virtual showroom at its Auburn, Indiana headquarters, Worldwide continues to establish itself as a leader in the collector car auction industry.
As part of its repositioning, the Company is actively evaluating acquisition opportunities within the collector car and recreational vehicle sectors to expand its market footprint and enhance stakeholder value.
Team Members
Rod Egan, President, Managing Director
& Principal Worldwide Auctioneers
Rod Egan is the President and Managing Director. He also the lead auctioneer and Principal of The Worldwide Group, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Perpetual. With over 25 years of experience, Rod has managed some of the largest auctions and collections in North America. Having sold over $3 billion in assets, he is regarded as one of the premier auctioneers in the global collector car industry. Through his leadership, Rod continues to drive Worldwide Auctioneers’ success, strengthening Perpetual’s position in the collector automobile market.
John Kruse, Principal
Worldwide Auctioneers
John grew up in the auction industry, refining his skills at some of the biggest auction companies in the country. As a buyer, seller, consultant, and auctioneer, he has been actively involved with vintage motorcars and collection management for his entire life. He is a passionate car enthusiast.
William Griffin Thomas (“Trip”), CPACFO
Trip Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Tampa and a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness from the University of Florida. He is a licensed CPA and has more than 19 years of experience in the field of accounting. His experience includes private industry, public company, public accounting and non-profit. Some of his areas of expertise include auditing, budget analysis, fixed assets, financial modeling, SEC financial reporting, GAAP compliance and fair value measurements.
Thomas RistowDirector
Thomas has served as a Director at Perpetual since 2005 and works at Sekisui Chemical GmbH. He has contributed significant industry-specific experience and expertise in the European marketplace.
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