Heritage Global, Inc. engages in the provision of corporate and financial asset liquidation transactions, valuations, and advisory services. It operates through the following segments: Auction and Liquidation, Refurbishment and Resale segment, Brokerage, and Specialty Lending. The Auction and Liquidation segment focuses on the operation of a global full-service auction, appraisal and asset advisory firm, including the acquisition of turnkey manufacturing facilities and used industrial machinery and equipment. The Refurbishment and Resale segment acquires, refurbishes and supplies specialized laboratory equipment. The Brokerage segment is involved in charged-off receivables in the U.S. and Canada on behalf of financial institutions. The Specialty Lending segment provides specialty financing solutions to investors in charged-off and nonperforming asset portfolios. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.