What does a crowd sound like when being pranked by their auctioneer? How late in an auction is too late to do the fund-a-need? In spite of everything we said two episodes ago, can a murder mystery dinner really be a good fundraiser?

In this episode of Black Tie and Tales, Stellar Fundraising auctioneers Devon Bell and Greg Quiroga discuss some of the crazier ideas that have worked, and why. As an added bonus, you get to see a crowd react in real-time to Greg "dropping" and smashing what they believe to be a one-of-a-kind work of art as a live auction prank.

Presented by Stellar Fundraising Auctions (http://www.stellarsf.com) and brought to you by Sojourn Ventures: boutique travel experiences designed to elevate fundraising: https://www.sojournventurestravel.com/

And by Gala Toolbox: https://www.galatoolbox.com - a practical resource hub for nonprofit staff and board members who plan fundraising events: use code "STELLAR" for 25% off!

Take a peek behind the curtain of the wonderful world of fundraising auctions with two auctioneers who have seen it all. https://feeds.captivate.fm/black-tie-and-tales/

Which is more important: making more money at your event or making sure your crowd is happy? Every decision you make, from the revenue enhancing games you choose to doubling auction lots, has the potential to alienate your most important supporters.

In this episode of Black Tie and Tales, Stellar Fundraising auctioneers Devon Bell and Greg Quiroga discuss the intention that goes into making sure your largest donors feel the love...and want to come back and support you again.

Presented by Stellar Fundraising Auctions (http://www.stellarsf.com) and brought to you by Sojourn Ventures: boutique travel experiences designed to elevate fundraising: https://www.sojournventurestravel.com/

And by Gala Toolbox: https://www.galatoolbox.com - a practical resource hub for nonprofit staff and board members who plan fundraising events: use code "STELLAR" for 25% off! Take a peek behind the curtain of the wonderful world of fundraising auctions with two auctioneers who have seen it all. https://feeds.captivate.fm/black-tie-and-tales/

Food - especially sugar - plays an important role in fundraising auctions. Whether it's the instant gratification of an immediate sugar rush, or the mayhem of the dessert dash, sugar could be the icing on your fundraising cake.In this episode of Black Tie and Tales, Stellar Fundraising auctioneers Devon Bell and Greg Quiroga discuss the positive impact that dessert (and sometimes food) has on an auction. Because, after all, everybody is looking for something...Presented by Stellar Fundraising Auctions (http://www.stellarsf.com) and brought to you by Sojourn Ventures: boutique travel experiences designed to elevate fundraising: https://www.sojournventurestravel.com/And by Gala Toolbox: https://www.galatoolbox.com - a practical resource hub for nonprofit staff and board members who plan fundraising events: use code "STELLAR" for 25% off!Take a peek behind the curtain of the wonderful world of fundraising auctions with two auctioneers who have seen it all. https://feeds.captivate.fm/black-tie-and-tales/