“Behind the scenes” work is the secret to a “standing room only” event
At Kelly Russell Auctions, we customize your consultations to ensure that your event is a smooth success. Utilizing specialized planning and fundraising techniques, we can help you exceed your financial goals and receive glowing reviews about your auction!
We will also provide you with:
Professional Auctioneer Performance – we will always conduct a positive & professional sale!
We have Two BAS Certified Auctioneers!!!
BAS – Benefit Auctioneer Specialists are auctioneers who have completed a nationally recognized course through the National Auctioneers Association. These auctioneers have had specialized training in fundraising for non-profits. BAS auctioneers make up less than 1% of all auctioneers world-wide!
Professional Auction Clerk
We send a professional auction clerk to all our events. No need for you to worry about a volunteer to record the bids! We’ve got you covered!
Our outstanding consultation package includes:
- Establishing an Overall Event Vision and Customized Planning
- Venue Ideas, Layout and Space Utilization
- Best Practices for Live & Silent Auction, including Live & Silent Auction Item Brainstorming and Donor Solicitation
- Increasing Audience Attendance
- Cultivating your Special Appeal Donors
- Revenue Increasing Activities – Raffle Ideas and Wall of Wine
- Professional Audio/Visual Companies
- Auction Software Companies
- Advisability of Professional Bid Assistants
- Evaluating your Volunteer Needs
- Choosing your Master of Ceremonies
- Complimentary One Hour Debriefing Meeting