When it comes to hybrid galas, here’s what I’m preferring when it comes to taking bids from the virtual bidders.
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I have several clients considering their fall galas. As they try to outguess the COVID virus, we’ve spent time talking about the pros-and-cons of in-person galas versus virtual galas. Perhaps this will be helpful to you as well. One point to know…
Continue readingIn June 2021 during the complementary conversation, “The Future of School Auctions,” the following question was posed. Sherry, in a recent conversation, you were skeptical that – as an auctioneer – you could address both an in-p…
Continue readingHybrid galas take many forms. Here are three formats clients are currently considering.
Continue readingAny group running a 2-screen solution virtual gala must have a conversation around the term “latency.” Here’s how it looks in an event.
Continue readingWhen planning your auction gala, it doesn’t make sense to compare yourself to an event that is significantly larger.
Continue readingWondering how to project the auction revenue from your virtual gala? Here’s how to determine your estimate.
Continue readingI’ve always liked the Best of Live Raffle at many in-person fundraisers, and it’s become an even better fit at some virtual galas. Here’s why.
Continue readingVirtual live galas can have a further reach, but they’re also easier for guests to skip. Here’s an example of an email campaign that got guests to show.
Continue readingThis auction donation — which became popularized during COVID-19 — will stick around long after coronavirus is gone.
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