Inside the Industry with Event Planner Beth Sandefur

Inside the Industry with Event Planner Beth Sandefur

From Black Tie and Tales by Stellar Fundraising Auctions

September 4, 2025 · 1h 1m · Season 2 · Episode 10

About this episode

Event planner Beth Sandefur discusses key aspects of organizing successful fundraising auctions.

What are the four keys to choosing a venue for your next fundraiser? How important is registration and check-out to your attendees? How many bidders does it take to make a live auction successful? Fundraising event planner Beth Sandefur joins host Greg Quiroga for "Inside the Industry," an in-depth look at the world of fundraising auctions from the perspective of an event professional. Founder of Beth Sandefur Events, Beth is a data-driven event planner who specializes in creating fun, mission-focused events that raise significant funds for non-profits across the US. Beth works with events of all sizes, and has guidance that will help any organization create a better guest experience. You can read more about Beth *and* schedule a time to chat with her on her website: https://www.bethsandefur.com/ And see her newest venture, Gala Toolbox: https://www.galatoolbox.com/ 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…

People in this episode

Host: Greg Quiroga

Guest: Beth Sandefur

Topics covered

  • fundraising
  • event planning
  • auctions
  • non-profit
  • guest experience

Keywords

  • venue selection
  • registration
  • live auction
  • fundraising events
  • non-profits

Sponsors

Stellar Fundraising Auctions, Sojourn Ventures

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beth Sandefur Events, Gala Toolbox

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