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Eaton Hudson Launches Dedicated E-Commerce Liquidation Platform for Online Retailers and Consumer Brands

New division led by Joshua Thompson and Skye Westcott helps e-commerce businesses recover maximum value from excess inventory, customer returns, and distressed assets. Via USA Today, July 8, 2026.

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Press ReleaseJune 2, 2026

RMP Partners Acquires Eaton Hudson, Inc., Creating Combined Distressed-Asset Platform

RMP Partners announces the acquisition of Eaton Hudson, forming a combined distressed-asset platform with $2.8B+ in disposition track record. Via EINPresswire.

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Press ReleaseNovember 29, 2021

Eaton Hudson Contracted to Sell Rare Book Collection of Holy Family College

Eaton Hudson manages the sale of 400+ rare lots dating to the 1600s via Invaluable.com, including presidential signed letters and stained glass windows.

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Press ReleaseDecember 1, 2020

Eaton Hudson Opens New Office in Boston

Eaton Hudson announces the relocation of its headquarters from Atlanta and the opening of a new corporate office in Boston, Massachusetts, strengthening the firm's national presence.

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Press ReleaseSeptember 21, 2020

Eaton Hudson Contracted to Sell Fixed Assets of Holy Family College

Eaton Hudson manages the complete fixed asset sale for Holy Family College in Manitowoc, WI — classrooms, labs, IT equipment, and more. Sale starts September 28.

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Press ReleaseSeptember 14, 2020

Eaton Hudson Completes Inventory Liquidation for Sporting Goods Retailer SV Sports

Eaton Hudson successfully completes the $7M+ branded inventory liquidation for SV Sports across 9 Pennsylvania locations.

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Press ReleaseAugust 2020

Eaton Hudson to Assist Smaller Chain Store Retailers with Store Closing & Liquidation Sales

Jim Schaye announces Eaton Hudson's expansion to serve smaller chain retailers and independent store owners — leveraging $2.8B+ in completed transactions. Via BusinessWire.

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Press ReleaseSeptember 18, 2019

Eaton Hudson Contracted to Sell Fixed Assets of Midstate College — Sale Starts October 1st

Eaton Hudson manages the fixed asset sale for Midstate College in Peoria, IL after 131 years of operation — classroom furniture, labs, and IT equipment.

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Press ReleaseSeptember 11, 2019

Eaton Hudson Contracted to Sell Inventory and Assets of Ship Supply International

Eaton Hudson conducts an online auction of Ship Supply International's wholesale inventory across Miami and Houston locations, starting September 23.

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Press Releasec. 2015

SimplexDiam & Eaton Hudson Jewelry Advisors Form Joint Consulting Division for Jewelers

SimplexDiam and Eaton Hudson Jewelry Advisors announce a joint venture offering complete jewelry liquidation, appraisal, consignment, and sales event management.

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Press ReleaseMarch 11, 2011

Robb & Stucky Starts Going-Out-of-Business Sale — Hudson Capital Partners Manages $90M Liquidation

Hudson Capital Partners leads the court-ordered Chapter 11 bankruptcy liquidation of Robb & Stucky's 20 premium home furnishings stores across FL, TX, AZ and NV.

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LEGAL INDUSTRY LENDING

Legal-Industry Turnaround Expertise Could Unlock a New Class of Lending in Texas

How appraisal, liquidation, and workout infrastructure could turn law firm fee receivables into a bankable asset class.

August 20264 min read
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CO-PUBLISHED WITH LABOR ADVOCATE LAW FIRM

Increased Access to Capital and Cheaper Capital Will Transform the Legal Field in Texas

Taral Patel, Trent Simpson, Jack Nichols, and Amir Mireskandari on the lawful exit that could remake how Texas law firms finance their fees.

August 202611 min read
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ARTICLE

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions in Asset Valuation

How persistent inflation, rate volatility, and global supply chain fragmentation are reshaping certified appraisal methodologies and ABL collateral expectations.

March 20268 min read
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PERSPECTIVE

The Rise of Asset-Based Lending (ABL) in Distressed M&A

Examining how private credit structures are increasingly central to distressed M&A financing and what that means for asset-based valuation and disposition strategy.

February 202610 min read
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CASE STUDY

Post-Holiday Excess: Brand-Protective Strategies for Luxury Retailers

A deep dive into how ultra-premium brands are leveraging discreet secondary channels to monetize seasonal overstock without disrupting primary retail pricing.

January 20267 min read
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REPORT

Commercial Real Estate: Mitigating Lease Liabilities in 2026

A forward-looking analysis of lease restructuring opportunities, landlord negotiation dynamics, and portfolio rationalization strategies across major U.S. markets.

December 202514 min read
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ARTICLE

How Intangible Assets and IP Are Driving Turnaround Value

Beyond physical assets, brand equity, customer lists, and proprietary technology are emerging as critical value levers in modern distressed situations.

November 20259 min read
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PERSPECTIVE

Maximizing Recovery in Heavy Machinery Liquidations

Operational best practices and market access strategies for achieving above-NOLV recovery on specialized industrial equipment and manufacturing assets.

October 202511 min read
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Media Coverage

In the News

Eaton Hudson and its principals have been featured in leading national and industry publications spanning three decades of landmark liquidations, collegiate dispositions, and market commentary.

NewsSelma Times-Journal

Concordia College Set to Sell Off Inventory

Eaton Hudson, Inc. begins the disposition sale process of assets and operational items at historic Concordia College Alabama following closure, including furniture, lab and IT equipment.

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BankruptcyWall Street Journal (WSJ Pro)

Liquidators, Food Wholesaler Fight To Buy Bruno's Assets

Hudson Capital Partners participates in a joint venture bid for Bruno's Supermarkets LLC alongside Great American Group, Tiger Capital, and SB Capital Group.

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FeatureCrain's Chicago Business

Closeout Crunch

An in-depth look at the booming retail liquidation industry during the 2008-2009 recession, featuring commentary from Harvey Yellen of Great American Group and industry leaders.

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FeatureTIME Magazine

How Liquidators Profit from Circuit City's Loss

TIME Magazine profiles Jim Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, and the booming going-out-of-business industry — clearing $1.7B in Circuit City merchandise across 567 stores.

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FeatureWall Street Journal

Flush Times for Liquidators — 'Historic' Glut of Unsold Goods Lands in Distant Markets

The WSJ reports on the unprecedented retail liquidation boom, with liquidators including Hudson Capital Partners unloading excess inventory globally.

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NewsThe Spokesman-Review

Circuit City Closing U.S. Stores

James Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, confirms $1.8B in Circuit City inventory will be liquidated with up to 30% discounts as all 567 U.S. locations close.

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NewsSalt Lake Tribune

Circuit City to Shut Down Its U.S. Stores — Five Facilities Fall Victim in Utah

James Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, leads the liquidation of Circuit City's 567 stores including five Utah locations, with $1.8B in retail inventory.

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BusinessWWD (Women's Wear Daily)

Canada's Eaton Family in New Retail Venture

WWD reports on the founding of Eaton Hudson LLC — the Eaton family of Canada joins forces with Hudson Capital Partners to form a national asset disposition and pop-up retail advisory firm.

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BusinessFinancial Post

Eaton Heirs Behind New Retail Venture

Fredrik Eaton and his son D'Arcy Eaton partner with James Schaye and former Hudson Capital executives to launch Eaton Hudson LLC, specializing in asset disposition and pop-up retail services.

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FeatureSarasota Herald-Tribune (via NYT)

After a Season of Cutting, Stores Sweeten Discounts

Jim Schaye, president of Hudson Capital Partners, explains post-Christmas liquidation strategy: "We're going to have to be extremely aggressive in terms of our discounting" — managing GOB sales for Linens 'N Things, Mervyns, and Whitehall Jewelers.

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NewsBoston Herald

Tweeter Has Area Firms Size Up Assets, Clear Stores

Boston Herald covers the asset liquidation of Tweeter Home Entertainment stores, with Hudson Capital Partners among the firms hired to clear inventory.

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NewsReuters

Mervyns to Begin Going-Out-of-Business Sales

Jim Schaye of Hudson Capital Partners confirms the start of Mervyns' GOB sales across 149 remaining locations, with approximately $900M in inventory to be liquidated.

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FinanceCFO.com

It's Curtains for Linens 'N Things

James Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, explains the bankruptcy credit crisis: "If capital markets weren't so tight, I think this chain might possibly have survived" — as Linens 'N Things liquidates 589 stores.

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NewsCape Cod Times (AP)

Linens 'N Things to Liquidate

James Schaye, president and CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, announces the Linens 'N Things straight going-out-of-business liquidation covering approximately 371 remaining stores over 11 weeks.

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FinanceNew York Times (DealBook)

Linens 'N Things to Liquidate After Auction Fails

The New York Times DealBook reports on the Linens 'N Things liquidation — Hudson Capital Partners leads the joint venture that acquires the company's assets for approximately $475M.

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Jewelry IndustryJCK Magazine

Whitehall Liquidates

JCK Magazine covers the $750M Whitehall Jewelers liquidation managed by Hudson Capital Partners, Gordon Brothers, Great American Group, and Silverman Jeweler Consultants across 373 stores.

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FinanceCFO.com

When Is a Diamond Not Forever? In Liquidation

CFO Magazine covers the Whitehall Jewelers bankruptcy liquidation — James Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, describes "the most active period of liquidation sales in 10 years."

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NewsOrange County Register

Bankrupt Jewelry Chain to Close 4 OC Stores

James Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, comments on the Whitehall Jewelers bankruptcy liquidation as 373 stores begin closing sales — including four Orange County locations.

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Jewelry IndustryJCK Magazine

Whitehall Jewelers to Hold Liquidation Sale

JCK reports on the announcement of the Whitehall Jewelers court-ordered liquidation, managed by Hudson Capital Partners, Great American Group, Silverman Jeweler Consultants, and Gordon Brothers Group.

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BusinessWWD (Women's Wear Daily)

Whitehall to Liquidate

WWD reports on the Whitehall Jewelers liquidation managed by Hudson Capital Partners, Gordon Brothers, Great American Group, and Silverman — covering $750M in jewelry inventory across 373 stores in 39 states.

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Retail AnalysisFashionNetwork / Reuters

Retailers Say Impending Holiday Gloom Overdone

Jim Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital Partners, warns: "The meltdowns are so fast, it's amazing" — speaking at the Reuters Consumer and Retail Summit on the coming wave of retail liquidations.

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NewsDaily Register (The Patriot Ledger)

Domain Home Sells Off Its Inventory

Jim Schaye, CEO of Hudson Capital, leads Domain Inc.'s GOB sale across 27 home furnishings stores, starting at 64% of wholesale value — following a bankruptcy court order in Delaware.

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