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Your Volunteer Bidspotter Costs Too Much
What's the difference between a 'bid spotter' and a 'bid assistant' at your annual gala? Usually, several thousand dollars. I like to...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
Feb 19, 20192 min read
Auctioneer Survey Results, Fund-A-Need
I follow the fundraising blog on Winspire, www.winspireme.com, and recently received this post, containing results of a survey of benefit...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
Sep 20, 20181 min read
When to Close Your Silent Auction
How many gala and event coordinators have struggled with this question? While opinions are varied on the subject, here's my...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
May 23, 20183 min read
The One Mistake You Shouldn't Make
What's the one thing that is missing from nearly all organizations' pre-event marketing? The fact that this is a fundraiser! Many groups...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
May 1, 20182 min read
What Items are Selling in the Live Auction?
Your live auction is all set, you've collected some great packages, and you're counting on a successful live auction as a BIG part of...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
Mar 28, 20181 min read
Making your "Ask" Even Better
Many benefit galas include a segment where attendees are asked to make a donation to their cause. There are many names for this effort,...
Darin Lawson, Auctioneer
Mar 28, 20182 min read
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