Maximizing Your Benefit Auction
05/13/2010 - Spokane, WA
Making Everything Count
How can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? At this seminar you will learn how to get the correct attendees to attend your auction, avoid operational pitfalls, and streamline processes for maximum results.
In this seminar, we will share the tips, tricks, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You'll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving clients. You'll also get some new approaches to help your organization and mission stand out, so you can take advantage of emerging fundraising opportunities.
At this seminar, topics to be covered include:
- Improving efficiency and operations
- Streamlining fundraising activities
- Developing a clear and compelling message and reason for giving
- Growing existing donor relationships
- Finding new donors
- Establishing and growing sponsor relationships
Thursday, May 13, 2010 - Spokane, WA
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Check-in begins 30 minutes prior to start time.
Location:
Sacred Heart Children's Hospital
4th Floor - Classrooms 1 & 2
101 W 8th Ave
Spokane, WA 99204
Cost: $18.99
Lunch will be provided. Breakfast refreshments will be provided during check-in.
Presenters:
Jeff Stokes, Founder and President of Stokes Auction Group, has helped hundreds of charities achieve their fundraising goals, including Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Disease Research and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Jeff began his career in the auction business at the age of 15 after graduating from the Western College of Auctioneering, where he continues to teach. Jeff's early beginnings and natural talent have garnered him a number of notable awards, including the title of Washington State Champion Auctioneer at age 16, World Champion Livestock Auctioneer-1987, and World Champion Automobile Auctioneer-1993. In July 2003, Jeff earned the title of Men's International Champion-2003, the highest honor in his profession.
Stephanie Martin, Executive Area Marketing Manager, Greater Giving, joined the company in 2001 after running a successful event planning business in the Seattle Area. In addition to a background in special events, Stephanie has been a Board member for several organizations, including an independent school where, as Board president, she led a $6.5 million capital campaign and served as development chair for several years. She has served as an executive director for an organization supporting outdoor recreational opportunities for people with disabilities and development of Olympic skiers. Her understanding of fundraising, auctions, and development makes her a valuable resource to her clients.
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