Get the behind the scenes of what goes on at an auction charity event.
Keith McLane is the owner of KLM Auctions, an organization that houses some of the most dynamic benefit charity auctioneers in the industry. Their fundraising auctioneers are certified by the National Auctioneer Association and have extensive experience raising money for important charities all over the nation. Discover how auction charities work and what goes on behind the scenes to get it all done on this week’s episode!
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[3:05] Keith explains what he does and how auctions are beneficial to charities. [8:40] What kind of results has Keith seen at event auctions? [14:00] The last thing you want is for someone to feel tricked or manipulated that they won something, even if it’s in the name of charity. [18:00] How are these auction events typically structured? [19:15] Before hosting an event, it’s very important to determine where the money will be going in the organization. [20:05] Keith shares a story about one of his favorite events, Women’s Empowerment in Sacramento. [21:55] Some people have the wrong idea of what an auction is. [25:35] Keith shares a couple of really memorable stories of how auctions have made an impact. [36:15] What types of unusual things has Keith auctioned off? [45:50] Keith has been working on developing software for KLM. [51:20] It’s important auctioneers are Prepared, Caring, and have Humility (PCH).
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