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Hosted by Call To Auction · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 41 episodes
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Join us as we delve into the exciting world of fundraising auctions, where every bid is a step towards making a difference. We believe that Auctions is action with a "U" in it! Whether you're a seasoned organizer or a newcomer, our insights will equip you with the knowledge to elevate your fundraising initiatives and create memorable experiences for everyone!
Call To Auction hosts Auction is Action with U in it!, a business show with 41 episodes published.
What if one travel package could produce multiple winners, multiply your auction revenue, and help identify your organization’s next major donors? In this episode, Bobby D. explains how to create an “Oprah Moment” at you
What if the biggest factor in your gala's fundraising success isn't your auction items, décor, or entertainment? In this episode, Bobby D. reveals why every decision—from your venue and storytelling to your emcee, auctio
Most nonprofits end their paddle raise too early. In this episode of Auction is Action , Bobby D. Ehlert shares one of the simplest—and most overlooked—fundraising strategies you can implement at your next event: the Pad
Most fundraising events rely on the same three revenue streams: the silent auction, the live auction, and the paddle raise. But what if you could add thousands of dollars to your event without adding another live auction
Many nonprofit events struggle not because of the mission, the donors, or the economy—but because of the mindset behind the event itself. In this episode of Auction is Action, Bobby D. Ehlert explores how traditional non
Most nonprofit professionals inherit a fundraising event, receive a folder of documents from the previous committee, and are told, "This is how we've always done it." But what if that's exactly what's holding your event
In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. tackles one of the most common—and costly—mistakes nonprofits make when planning a fundraising gala: hiring the "free" auctioneer. At first glance, saving a few thousand dol
What if one of the most profitable moments at your gala wasn’t your live auction… but dessert? In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D. breaks down the Dessert Dash — the fast-paced, high-energy fundraising game th
What if your auctioneer fee wasn’t viewed as an expense… but as a sponsorship opportunity with massive ROI potential? In this episode of Auction is Action, billion-dollar fundraiser, event strategist, professional fundra
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Great fundraising doesn’t happen by accident—it happens in the ask. In this episode of Auction is Action, we break down how to turn a simple request into a powerful, emotional moment that inspires generosity and drives r
What if your biggest fundraising gains don’t come from what happens on stage—but from what happens the moment your guests walk in? In this episode of Auction is Action, we break down how to design a frictionless giving e
What if the most powerful fundraising moment at your event… was the only one you needed? In this episode, we break down the rise of Paddle Raise Only events—a simpler, more focused format that’s helping nonprofits cut th
Most nonprofits think their gala ends when the last paddle drops—but the truth is, that’s where the real opportunity begins. In this episode of Auction Is Action (with U in it), Bobby D. breaks down why data collection i
What happens when people gather with purpose? In this episode of Auction Is Action, I’m sharing reflections straight from the Elevate Conference—an event centered around one powerful idea: fundraising is ultimately about
Great auctioneers aren’t made in the spotlight—they’re made in the preparation. In this episode of Auction Is Action, we pull back the curtain on what world-class auctioneers do long before they step on stage. This isn’t
Great fundraising events don’t just happen at the podium—they’re designed from the very first invitation. In this episode of Auction Is Action, Bobby D breaks down why attendee experience is the most powerful fundraising
The future of fundraising isn’t transactional—it’s relational. In this episode of Auction Is Action, we explore how nonprofit events can become powerful tools for engaging the next generation of donors. Today’s donors wa
In this episode of Auction Is Action, fundraising auctioneer and strategist Bobby D. breaks down why the highest-performing galas combine smart consultation, intentional strategy, and confident auctioneer leadership—not
The Perfect Gala Guest is the episode every nonprofit professional wishes their audience would listen to before walking into the ballroom. In this podcast, we break down what actually makes a gala guest exceptional—not l
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