In that time period between virtual galas and in-person galas, we might see hybrid virtual galas. I don’t think they’ll be successful. Here’s why.
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If you held a virtual gala in 2020, you have advanced in your knowledge and chutzpah.
Continue readingLast week wrapped up the final two virtual galas I worked in 2020, finishing up a total of 33 virtual events for the year. Many more virtual galas are already on the calendar for spring 2021. One question from new clients has been about themes. ̶…
Continue readingSome great partners asked me to speak this past year and I’ve consolidated the list below. Though some of the earlier content on virtual galas might now be dated, there are often other tidbits in the mix that make it worthwhile to hear. If you…
Continue readingAfter you’ve committed to holding a virtual gala, the next step is to figure out the type of virtual auction event you want to host.
Continue readingSpend extra effort in getting people to attend your virtual gala. Call, text, and — if you must do watch parties — structure them.
Continue readingIf you’re planning a webinar or Zoom Meeting type of virtual gala, “watch parties” aren’t necessarily your friend. Here’s how to plan for them.
Continue readingMy prediction is that as COVID-19 disappears in 2021, our industry will continue to use virtual galas — but we’ll be bad at it.
Continue readingThis Virtual Gala Cheat Sheet is a handy reference outlining the common approaches to virtual galas right now, and it explains why studio livestreams virtual galas have some options with auction software.
Continue readingIf you’re planning a virtual gala and need to hire an auctioneer AND buy software, here are three reasons to hire the virtual auctioneer first.
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