Gala vs Reality

About this episode

The episode explores the balance between reality and irrationality in philanthropy during fundraising auctions.

Where does the line between reality and irrational philanthropy exist? How do you get your guests to focus on the value of the cause instead of the value of the auction items? In this episode of Black Tie and Tales, fundraising auctioneers Greg Quiroga and Devon Bell discuss what it looks like when reality rears its ugly head during a fundraising auction, and how to avoid rational thinking at your next fundraising event. Presented by Stellar Fundraising Auctions (http://www.stellarsf.com) and brought to you by Sojourn Ventures: Consignment travel for charity auctions, done right: https://www.sojournventurestravel.com/ 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/

People in this episode

Guests: Greg Quiroga, Devon Bell

Topics covered

• philanthropy
• fundraising
• auction
• event planning
• charity

Keywords

• fundraising
• auctions
• philanthropy
• charity events
• guest focus

Sponsors

Stellar Fundraising Auctions, Sojourn Ventures

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sojourn Ventures: Consignment travel for charity auctions, done right

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