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Many Ways to Use our Software

We’ve developed software that will effectively support you in carrying off a successful school auction fundraiser. And… it has lots of other wonderful bells and... Read More

11 Apr 2013

Roger Devine

Smoothing out Auction Night Snags

In our last blog we talked about the most important pieces of information to have with you on Auction night. In today’s post, we’re adding... Read More

06 Apr 2013

Roger Devine

Online Auctions Boost Results

The Auction is over… but what about the leftover items? Read More

03 Apr 2013

Roger Devine

Auction Night 911: The List

It’s event night. Read More

29 Mar 2013

Roger Devine

Plan for Success… by planning your succession

Chairing an auction is a huge commitment and an even bigger job - you are a hero for stepping up! Read More

20 Mar 2013

Roger Devine

Putting the Magic Rolodex to work

How much time is typically spent by new auction volunteers calling, emailing and digging through binders and notes to find important contacts and information? Read More

13 Mar 2013

Roger Devine

Debrief: Setting the Stage for Success

Remember what it was like, the first time you got involved in the auction planning process? If you recall the process being easy and seamless,... Read More

08 Mar 2013

Roger Devine

Guests Love Experiences… and Parties!

If you’re like many of us, you attend at least one benefit auction – in addition to the one you are helping to plan –... Read More

05 Feb 2013

Roger Devine

How did we do last year? And other common questions…

Because school auctions are generally run by volunteers, record keeping systems are often makeshift and handed down through loose leaf binders and sticky notes. Sound... Read More

01 Feb 2013

Roger Devine

4 Ways to Save Time and Streamline Your Auction Planning

Let’s face it, pulling off a successful fundraising auction takes a lot of time and energy! Chances are, at this moment, you are deeply engaged... Read More

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