Billy Lesnak
Trading Card & Memorabilia Expert
Billy Lesnak is a trading card and memorabilia expert based in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. As a lifelong collector with almost 10 years of industry experience, Billy is a passionate professional in the collectibles industry, combining a deep love for sports, trading cards, and memorabilia with expertise in marketing, event management, and community engagement. He has worked hands-on with top brands like Topps, Upper Deck, Panini America, eBay, and Fanatics, producing high-impact experiences and campaigns that connect collectors, athletes, and fans. He has traveled across the country attending conferences and trading card shows, including the National Sports Collectors Convention, Fanatics Fest NYC, Upper Deck's Certified Diamond Dealer Conferences, and industry events for Topps and Panini. Billy has worked directly with dozens of professional athletes across the NHL, NFL, and MLB, creating thousands of pieces of memorabilia.
Education
- BS, University of Pittsburgh
Professional Achievements
- Featured in The New York Times and appeared as a guest on multiple radio shows, including NPR, as a trading card expert
Certifications & Organizations
- Serves as an elector for the Trading Card Hall of Fame
Favorite Piece of Advice
Collect what you like and how you like. Don't get bogged down in the details and specifics of "this parallel" or "that insert." If you're having fun and enjoying your collection, you're doing it right.
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