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SUMMARY:Prosperity and Beyond: Fundraising in the "Soaring '20's"
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for…\n2020 Vision Event: Prosperity and Beyond\nFundraising in the “Soaring 20’s”\n\n\n\n\nJoin Silicon Valley’s Award Winning Fundraising Strategist\, thought leader and entrepreneur to realize your road map to the most philanthropic wealth in the history of the world. Dee Dee Kiesow will reveal the 5 things you need to do to have your best years ahead. Joining Dee Dee will be a group of mastermind experts in the fields  of non-profit marketing\, advertising\, storytelling\, event production\, and digital photo marketing to  get you to your own “Soaring 20’s” \nYou are guaranteed to transform yourself and your nonprofit’s bottom line: \n*Marketing and strategic planning now for women controlling 2/3 of private wealth by 2029 \n*Being prepared for your windfall with the 4-Trillion Dollar transfer of wealth in the next 8 years \n*Entrepreneurial development techniques to compete in the New Social Impact Sector \n*The number one way to get instant money and long term donors \n*Interactive Mock Fundraising Event you can repeat yourself \n*Thousands of dollars of free prizes you can turn into cash.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/prosperity-and-beyond-fundraising-in-the-soaring-20s/
LOCATION:Cinnabar Hills Golf Club\, 23600 McKean Road\, San Jose\, CA\, 95141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191210T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T183514Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar - El Paso 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in El Paso!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience\, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee\, including a mock auction\, entertainment\, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event. \nTuesday\, December 10th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nDoubleTree Hotel – Sky Lounge\n600 N El Paso St.\nEl Paso\, TX 79901\n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-el-paso-2019/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Hotel El Paso\, 600 N El Paso St\, El Paso\, TX\, 79901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191114T170000
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CREATED:20191015T193754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T193754Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar - Kansas City 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in Kansas City!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience\, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee\, including a mock auction\, entertainment\, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event. \nThursday\, November 14th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nIndian Hills Country Club\n6847 Tomahawk Rd.\nMission Hills\, KS 66208\n  \n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-kansas-city-2019/
LOCATION:Indian Hills Country Club\, 6847 Tomahawk Rd.\, Mission Hills\, KS\, 66208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191017T163000
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SUMMARY:Beyond Fundraising! Donor-Focused High-Profit Benefits\, Auctions and Galas with Kathy Kingston Providence\, RI
DESCRIPTION:Join us! \nThursday\, October 17th – Providence\, RI\nSTOP doing the same events.\nSTART inspiring generous donors.\nSTEP UP to a powerful new paradigm. \nPUT DONORS FIRST\nStrategically designed benefits\, auctions\, and galas are a lucrative catalyst to transform guests into loyal donors.\nHighly Interactive Seminar \nYou’ll take a deep dive into top strategies to execute fundraising events in a fresh way that translates into generous involved donors and turbocharged revenue.\nWe are talking doubling and even quadrupling your net profit.\nKathy will share the exact details from real cases so you can raise more too. \nEven more\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nAttract new donors and keep donors after your event\nCommunicate the impact of your donors’ gifts\nFire up high-profit revenue streams\nIgnite a passion for your mission\nDesign an inspiring mission-driven on-stage program\nRivet guests and drive donations with perfervid stories\nInitiate a post-gala donor development strategy\n\nYou’ll Receive: \nA personally signed copy of A Higher Bid ($45 value)\nBonus gifts: special reports\, checklists ($250 value)\nMeet presenter and author Kathy Kingston – Ask Kathy anything (Priceless!)\n3-hour interactive seminar packed with fundraising gems ($250 value) \nFee: \n$59 per person ($79 after October 8th)\n$39 each for persons from the same organization ($59 after October 8th) \nTime:\nRegistration: 1:00pm – 1:29pm\nSeminar: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/10711/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn-Providence\, 200 India St.\, Providence\, RI\, 02903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190912T160000
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SUMMARY:Thought Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Connecting remarkable fundraisers to collaborate\, learn\, and become inspired.\nPortland\, OR—September 12th & 13th\, 2019\nThe Thought Leadership Summit is two packed days of networking\, discussions\, and powerful training. Since 2014\, this event has been a prime opportunity for our clients to deepen their relationship with Greater Giving and for our team members to create powerful connections with over 50 trailblazers in nonprofit fundraising. \nThe event is open to all current Greater Giving clients looking to learn more about fundraising trends\, advance their skills\, share their knowledge and provide feedback. \nDon’t just take our word for it\, hear what last year’s attendees have to say. \nReasons to Attend \n\nMake connections with like-minded professionals\nA small\, intimate setting with key Greater Giving stakeholders\nEngaging roundtable discussions on the future direction of fundraising\nIn-depth discussions on how Greater Giving can better meet your needs\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/thought-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:The Sentinel Hotel\, 614 SW 11th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Trade Shows,Seminar
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar-St. Louis 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in St. Louis!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience\, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee\, including a mock auction\, entertainment\, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event. \nWednesday\, August 7th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nMissouri Athletic Club\n1777 Des Peres Rd.\nTown & Country\, MO 63131\n  \n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-st-louis-2019/
LOCATION:Missouri Athletic Club\, 1777 Des Peres Rd\, Town and Country\, MO\, 63131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190712T162640Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Seminar-Chicago 2019
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join us for a day of learning in Chicago!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Our focus will be on a full guest experience\, so you can enjoy the day as an attendee\, including a mock auction\, entertainment\, and a full guest experience from check-in to check-out. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event the night of your event. \nTuesday\, August 6th\, 2019\n9:00 AM-3:00 PM\n\nHotel Arista\n2139 City Gate Ln.\nNaperville\, IL 60563\n  \n$50 Per Person\nIncluded in your admission: Seminar\, lunch\, entertainment\, chance to win over $20k in prizes for your next event\, meet & greet with event sponsors.\nFeatured Topics: Event Planning\, Audience Development\, Board Engagement\, Revenue Enhancement\, and Donor Stewardship
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-seminar-chicago-2019/
LOCATION:Hotel Arista\, 2139 City Gate Ln.\, Naperville\, IL\, 60563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190508T203558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190508T203558Z
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SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar-Boise\, ID
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks\, and Trends\nWednesday\, June 19th\, 2019\nOur two 90 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data\, ideas\, best practices and anecdotes from the thousands of auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country. \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur content has been developed by John Chase – Sr. Manager of Customer Success at Greater Giving. John has participated in the success of hundreds of non-profit auctions across the country and creates engaging and adaptable content for organizations to access the ideas that are creating buzz and raising money at events across the country. \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \nLocation: The Grove Hotel\, Ivy Room
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-seminar-boise-id/
LOCATION:The Grove Hotel\, 245 S Capitol Blvd\, Boise\, ID\, 83702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190607
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190513T184727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190513T213438Z
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SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019-Palm Springs\, CA
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks\, and Trends\nThursday\, June 6th\, 2019\nPresented by Greater Giving & Event Solutions \nOur two 80 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data\, ideas\, best practices and anecdotes from auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country.  \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur content has been curated and will be presented by Eileen Hayden – founder of Event Solutions. Eileen has more than 25 years of experience in non-profit fundraising event management\, helping organizations maximize growth and streamlined management of their galas\, auctions and golf tournaments. \nWe are thrilled that Event Solutions is partnering with Greater Giving to offer a seminar packed with valuable information\, tools and best practices that you can apply to your fundraising! \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \nLocation: Hyatt Palm Springs\, Palm Canyon Room
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-palm-springs-ca/
LOCATION:Hyatt Palm Springs\, 285 N Palm Canyon Dr.\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190516
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190422T195553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T195553Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Santa Fe\, NM
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to increase results at your next gala!\nGreater Giving is excited to sponsor this event and hope to see you there!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event. \nWe will have Lunch\, Live Entertainment\, and Prizes! \nWho should attend? \n\nNonprofit and Development Directors\nGala Committee Chairs\nSpecial Events Coordinator
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-fundraising-workshop-santa-fe-nm/
LOCATION:Hilton Santa Fe\, 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail Road\, Santa Fe\, NM\, 87506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190515
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190422T194630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T194630Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Paddles Fundraising Workshop-Albuquerque\, NM
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to increase results at your next gala!\nGreater Giving is excited to sponsor this event and hope to see you there!\nCome join us for an exciting day as we provide informative sessions on all things gala. Our goal is to provide an entertaining event that will give you access to subject matter experts on aspects of gala planning. Three professional auctioneers will be leading the sessions\, each with over 20 years of experience in the fundraising space. This workshop will cover all aspects of fundraising for your gala or fundraiser\, from the planning phase to the execution of a successful event. \nWe will have Lunch\, Live Entertainment\, and Prizes! \nWho should attend? \n\nNonprofit and Development Directors\nGala Committee Chairs\nSpecial Events Coordinator\n\n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/raising-paddles-fundraising-workshop-albuquerque-nm/
LOCATION:Sandia Golf Club\, 30 Rainbow Road\, Albuquerque\, NM\, 87113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20190211T224747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190218T194906Z
UID:10357-1552379400-1552402800@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:What's New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 Seminar - Salt Lake City\, UT
DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Fundraising Auctions 2019 – Your Guide to the latest Tips\, Tricks and Trends\nTuesday\, March 12th\, 2019\nOur two 90 minute sessions will deliver focused content specific to auction fundraising trends – we’ll share data\, ideas\, best practices and anecdotes from the thousands of auctions we are fortunate enough to be a part of from across the country. \nIn addition\, we’ll have grab bags\, raffles and games with great prizes – we’ll also provide plenty of snacks and refreshments! \nOur content has been developed by John Chase – Sr. Manager of Customer Success at Greater Giving. John has participated in the success of hundreds of non-profit auctions across the country and creates engaging and adaptable content for organizations to access the ideas that are creating buzz and raising money at events across the country. \nSession 1- 9:00 am-11:00 am\nSession 2-1:00 pm-3:00 pm\n*Choose the time that works best for you! The same content will be covered at both sessions. \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/whats-new-in-fundraising-auctions-2019-seminar-salt-lake-city-ut/
LOCATION:The Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek\, 75 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20181129T212348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T212348Z
UID:10179-1544614200-1544619600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn Hosted by Fund Your Org-Oklahoma City\, OK
DESCRIPTION:Join Rick Miller and the Fund Your Org Team for a Lunch and Learn sponsored by Greater Giving!\nDuring your lunch hour\, learn about event fundraising software & mobile bidding.\n\nReady to automate your registration\, check in and check out? Interested in mobile bidding? Want to simplify the process? Learn how to choose the right software that will best support your fundraising efforts.\n\nGreater Giving team member Aimee will be on hand to answer all your questions.\n\nTo register to attend\, please call Lyndsey  at 918.878.8152
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/lunch-learn-hosted-by-fund-your-org-oklahoma-city-ok/
LOCATION:OSU Student Center\, Conference South\, 900 N. Portland Ave.\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180917T204532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T204532Z
UID:10032-1539264600-1539271800@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Event Night Success Seminar Session 2-Boston\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Calling all New England Fundraisers! \nGreater Giving is hosting an Event Night Success seminar in Boston on October 11th! With over 16 years of experience\, Greater Giving is dedicated to providing proven solutions to the nonprofit community to improve fundraising efforts. This seminar will help you create an innovative guest-centric event that raises more! Pick from one of two sessions that best fit your schedule\, the same content will be covered during both. \nThursday\, October 11th \nSession 1: 8:30 am-10:30 am \nSession 2: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm \nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown\n821 Washington St.\nBoston\, MA 02111 \nCost: $9.95
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/event-night-success-seminar-session-2-boston-ma/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown\, 821 Washington St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180925T030546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T030546Z
UID:10052-1539261000-1539275400@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Fundraising Event Success for Development Professionals Seminar-The Woodlands\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Making Everything Count \nWould you like your next special event to make more money? Have a seamless guest experience? Leave you and your team feeling refreshed? Of course\, you do! \nJoin Houston’s own\, Renee Jones\, International Champion Auctioneer\, and Certified Benefit Specialist as she takes you through proven techniques to increase revenue\, reduce cost\, energize supporters and make your next special event the best it can be. Come and get an insiders look from an auctioneer who hosts countless record-breaking auctions each year. \n\nSpecial Content-Mobile Bidding\nMany organizations are looking for information about the newest in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar\, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.\n\nAt this seminar\, we will cover: \n\nBoard commitment and strategy\nMarketing Your Events\nTechnology applications and engagement at your events\nIncreasing appeal success\nUtilizing Social Math for event night\nHot or Not Event Trends\nTop Revenue Enhancing games\n\nThursday\, October 11th – The Woodlands\, TX\n12:30 pm-4:30 pm \nLocation:\nThe Woodlands Waterway Marriott\n1601 Lake Robbins Dr.\nThe Woodlands\, TX 77380 \nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \nPresenter: \nRenee Jones\, CAI\, AARE\, BAS\, CES\, National Fundraising Solutions \nRenee’s passion for fundraising was instilled in her by her parents who centered their family activities around volunteerism\, fundraising and bettering the communities they lived in. Her first official fundraiser was when she joined forces with her childhood mentor to save and restore the Santa Fe Depot in the community her parents had retired in after leaving Houston. Renee was twelve at the time! The foundation of her charitable commitment was solidified before she graduated college and she has raised over 900 million dollars in the last three decades for deserving nonprofits across the United States. Renee currently serves on three boards in addition to teaching other development professionals techniques like you on how to take your next special event to the next level of success! \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/fundraising-event-success-for-development-professionals-seminar-the-woodlands-tx/
LOCATION:The Woodlands Waterway Marriott\, 1601 Lake Robbins Dr.\, The Woodlands\, TX\, 77380\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181011T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180917T204315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T204315Z
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SUMMARY:Event Night Success Seminar Session 1-Boston\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Calling all New England Fundraisers! \nGreater Giving is hosting an Event Night Success seminar in Boston on October 11th! With over 16 years of experience\, Greater Giving is dedicated to providing proven solutions to the nonprofit community to improve fundraising efforts. This seminar will help you create an innovative guest-centric event that raises more! Pick from one of two sessions that best fit your schedule\, the same content will be covered during both. \nThursday\, October 11th \nSession 1: 8:30 am-10:30 am \nSession 2: 1:30 pm-3:30 pm \nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown\n821 Washington St.\nBoston\, MA 02111 \nCost: $9.95
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/event-night-success-seminar-session-1-boston-ma/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown\, 821 Washington St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180925T024915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180925T024915Z
UID:10049-1539160200-1539176400@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Fundraising Event Success for Development Professionals Seminar-Houston\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Making Everything Count \nWould you like your next special event to make more money? Have a seamless guest experience? Leave you and your team feeling refreshed? Of course\, you do! \nJoin Houston’s own\, Renee Jones\, International Champion Auctioneer\, and Certified Benefit Specialist as she takes you through proven techniques to increase revenue\, reduce cost\, energize supporters and make your next special event the best it can be. Come and get an insiders look from an auctioneer who hosts countless record-breaking auctions each year. \n\nSpecial Content-Mobile Bidding\nMany organizations are looking for information about the newest in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar\, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.\n\nAt this seminar\, we will cover: \n\nBoard commitment and strategy\nMarketing Your Events\nTechnology applications and engagement at your events\nIncreasing appeal success\nUtilizing Social Math for event night\nHot or Not Event Trends\nTop Revenue Enhancing games\n\nWednesday\, October 10th – Houston\, TX\n8:30 am-12:30 pm \nLocation:\nWestin Houston at the Galleria\n5060 W. Alabama St.\nHouston\, TX 77056 \nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \nPresenter: \nRenee Jones\, CAI\, AARE\, BAS\, CES\, National Fundraising Solutions \nRenee’s passion for fundraising was instilled in her by her parents who centered their family activities around volunteerism\, fundraising and bettering the communities they lived in. Her first official fundraiser was when she joined forces with her childhood mentor to save and restore the Santa Fe Depot in the community her parents had retired in after leaving Houston. Renee was twelve at the time! The foundation of her charitable commitment was solidified before she graduated college and she has raised over 900 million dollars in the last three decades for deserving nonprofits across the United States. Renee currently serves on three boards in addition to teaching other development professionals techniques like you on how to take your next special event to the next level of success! \n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/fundraising-event-success-for-development-professionals-seminar-houston-tx/
LOCATION:Westin Houston at the Galleria\, 5060 W. Alabama St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180920T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180731T183743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180801T205031Z
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SUMMARY:Mastering Auction Challenges Seminar - Spokane\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Making Everything Count \nHow can you reduce your fundraising stress while maximizing auction returns? This seminar will teach you how to enhance what you are already doing for your auction\, avoid operational pitfalls\, and streamline processes for maximum results. You’ll also learn how to make your event night and program run smoothly through best-practice technology planning. In this seminar\, we will share the tips\, tricks\, and strategies learned at hundreds of benefit auctions. You’ll get the best practices compiled from the experience of thousands of Greater Giving Clients. You’ll also get some new strategies to help your paddle raise excel. \n\nSpecial Session\nMany organizations are looking for information about the next new thing in silent auctions: Mobile Bidding. During the seminar\, we will cover new trends in fundraising using mobile bidding technologies. We’ll discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with ease using Greater Giving’s Mobile Bidding.\n\nAt this seminar\, you will learn how to stand out with tips on: \n\nHow to improve your silent auction performance\nProcurement\nRevenue generating ideas\nBest practice technology\nStreamline check-in/out\nMobile Bidding\n\nThursday\, September 20th – Spokane\, WA\n8:30 am-12:30 pm \nLocation:\nSpokane Convention Center\n334 W Spokane Falls Blvd\nSpokane\, WA 99201 \nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \n*Includes lunch \nPresenters: \nStephen Kilbreath\, BAS\, Stephen Kilbreath Auctions & Events \nStephen has been a fundraising auctioneer since the early 90s\, calling hundreds of auctions. Auction work has taken him across the country – with most of the auctions in the Northwest.  Not only is Stephen a top benefit auctioneer – his name may be familiar because of his long broadcasting career.  Stephen’s sincerity\, authenticity and a terrific understanding of benefit auctions makes him stand out.  His style is entertaining and conversational – making it an enjoyable and memorable evening for your guests. Stephen excels at connecting and reading his audiences\, all resulting in generating the most revenue possible for his auction clients. \nKim Bauman\, Area Marketing Manager\, Greater Giving \nKim started using the company’s solutions as a parent volunteer for her children’s school auction in 2002. She was so impressed with the software and the company that she joined the team in 2005. Due to her commitment to area schools and nonprofits\, Kim continues to volunteer to assist at a variety of fundraising events\, honing her skills in using Greater Giving software to streamline event planning and execution and night-of-event check-in and checkout processes.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/mastering-auction-challenges-seminar-spokane-wa/
LOCATION:Spokane Convention Center\, 334 W Spokane Falls Blvd\, Spokane\, WA\, 99201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180709T201516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T201516Z
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SUMMARY:Insider Secrets of Fundraising Events Seminar - Denver\, CO
DESCRIPTION:An interactive fundraising workshop \nFundraising events\, and auctions\, in particular\, can be a tremendous way to raise both money and support for your cause. A well-planned auction means considering a multitude of variables\, that most people\, even experienced staffers\, may overlook.  This workshop is designed to be an interactive opportunity to learn about many aspects of a fundraising auction event\, including event logistics (sound\, layout\, guest traffic flow)\, investment considerations (AV/sound support\, catering\, bands\, decorations)\, mission and message (what to say\, when to say it\, and how long to keep talking)\, as well as a variety of other considerations.  Your panel of presenters can answer questions on virtually every aspect from concept through execution and post-event details. You’ll leave with tips\, ideas\, and concepts that you can put to use immediately. \n\nSpecial Session\nInterested in finding out more about Greater Giving? Team members Debby and Grant will be on hand to talk about our solutions and how they can improve your fundraising efforts.\n\nIn addition\, we will discuss: \n\nStreamlining check-in and check-out\nEvent logistics\nThe best place to invest your event dollars\nMission and message on event night\n\nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \n*Includes lunch \nPresenters: \nRichard D. Schur\, CAI\, AMM\, BAS\, MPPA\, CMEA\, UCMA\, Schur Success Group: Real Estate\, Auctions\, Asset Appraisals\, Fundraising   \nRich Schur is a recognized leader in the Auction industry. He is the Chief Operating Officer and Lead Auctioneer\, and Employing Broker for the Schur Success Group\, based in Monument\, Colorado.  Rich graduated from the Worldwide College of Auctioneering in 2005 and is the 2010 Colorado State Champion Auctioneer. \nRich and his wife Shannon\, also an accomplished auctioneer\, were among the first in the Nation to earn the coveted Benefit Auctioneer Specialist designation\, and have helped non-profit organizations across the country raise millions of dollars. Rich excels both on stage\, and as a consulting partner to his fundraising clients. His goal is not only to help his clients raise money but to help them raise friends and fun and further their missions. \nRich is a staff instructor for the National Auctioneers Association\, teaching designation courses\, workshops\, and seminars at state and national conferences.  He is also a staff instructor for the Texas Auction Academy and Worldwide College of Auctioneering. \nRich has earned his CAI (Certified Auctioneers Institute)\, his AMM (Auction Marketing Management)\, his BAS (Benefit Auctioneer Specialist)\, and his MPPA (Master Personal Property Appraiser) designations through the National Auctioneers Association (NAA). He has also earned his CMEA (Certified Machinery & Equipment Appraiser) and is a United Country Master Auctioneer (UCMA). \nHe is a Past President of the Colorado Auctioneers Association and has served on the Board of Directors for the National Auctioneers Association.  Rich is the Chairman of his local Chamber of Commerce and has served as a Director or Board member for Training\, Human Resources\, and civic organizations across the country. \nRich has a Master’s Degree in Continuing Adult Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Workforce Training and Education \nKara Pappas  \nKara Pappas has been managing nonprofit development initiatives for the past 12 years. Her most recent post was as chief development officer for Project Sanctuary\, where she oversaw advancement initiatives fueling nationwide programming for military and veteran families. While with Project Sanctuary\, Kara launched the OPS Gala\, attracting supporters from across the country\, and raising a total of $615\,000 in just three years. Prior to joining Project Sanctuary\, Kara was the director of development at Longmont Humane Society and managed development programming for Larimer Humane Society before that. Kara has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Technical Communication from Colorado State University and a master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from Regis University.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/insider-secrets-of-fundraising-events-seminar-denver-co/
LOCATION:Regis University\, 3333 Regis Blvd\, Denver\, CO\, 80221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180508T203413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180514T182753Z
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SUMMARY:Event Counseling with the Experts Seminar - Seattle\, WA
DESCRIPTION:A customized\, interactive fundraising workshop \nYour organization faces many unique challenges in the planning and execution of your fundraising events. Fundraising experts\, Graham Crow and Tim Leahy want to learn about your specific events and tailor this workshop to your desires and needs. After registering\, you’ll be able to complete a survey about your event and exactly what you’d like Graham and Tim to discuss during the seminar. \n\nDIY Content\nThis session will feature the things you most want to learn! After registration\, you will be sent a survey so we can learn all about your organization and the specific content you’d like to hear more about at the seminar.\n\nDuring this custom seminar\, you will learn about: \n\nStreamlining check-in and check-out\nNew\, and proven revenue-generating ideas\nThe importance of knowing your event attendees/donors — what they expect and what they like\nOur experts’ five event-must-haves\n\nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \n*Includes lunch \nPresenters:\n\nGraham Crow\, Graham Crow Benefit Auctions  For the past 27 years\, Graham Crow has been working with schools\, charities\, and organizations all over the United States and Canada\, raising more than 75 million dollars through benefit auctions. His philosophy of encouraging people to “spend more than you had planned\, but to feel really good about doing so\,” has made him one of the most sought-after auctioneers in North America. He has never met an auction he didn’t love. \nTim Leahy\, Leahy Benefit Auction Services Tim Leahy’s warmth\, professional style\, and sense of humor set the stage for your Auction guests to have a fun-filled and enjoyable evening while bidding very generously. He takes a personal interest in the financial and entertainment success of your event. He only services benefit auctions and works diligently to generate the maximum dollars to support your charities. Tim is a master at working with large or small auction committees while providing as much or little pre-auction support as each auction chair requests. Tim is equally talented at helping new auction chairs holding their first auction\, or established auctions that need to generate substantial revenue for the continued success of the charity.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/event-counseling-with-the-experts-seminar-seattle-wa/
LOCATION:Mercer Island Community Event Center\, 8236 SE 24th St\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180516T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20180406T171249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180406T171450Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of the Gala Seminar-Denver\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Martin Auctioneering\, Bolder Events\, and Greater Giving \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join benefit auction specialist\, Don Martin of Martin Auctioneering and Linda Shaw of Bolder Events as they discuss best practices for a successful gala. \n\nBONUS SESSION\nThis session will cover new trends in online and mobile bidding technologies. We will discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with minimal effort using online bidding; how online auctions can be seamlessly integrated\, and how to leverage social media to extend your fundraising reach.\n\nAt this nonprofit fundraising seminar\, become an expert in “The Art of the Gala” gaining insight on: \n\nWhich part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money\nTips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue\nHow to craft your best special appeal strategy\nStrategies to refresh your silent auction\n\nRegistration Fee: $19.95 \n*Includes lunch \nPresenters:\n\nLinda Shaw\, Bolder Events Inc.  Linda is the owner and CEO of Bolder Events. She started Bolder Events in 2007 to address a gap in services offered by most traditional event planners. She holds an undergraduate degree from Denver University as well as an MBA from the University of Colorado. Linda has extensive event planning experience and has also worked as a corporate trainer for Hallmark Cards. Bolder Events provides non- profit customers with “bold”\, innovative and flexible solutions to take the stress out of planning a successful fundraising event. Offering consulting services and support through the entire planning process\, then providing staff and equipment to run event night – Bolder Events will make your event a success with less stress! \nDon Martin\, Martin Auctioneering Don Martin founded Martin Auctioneering after retiring in 2001. Shortly after 9/11\, he decided it was time to do something more fulfilling with a greater sense of community service. This gave rise to Martin Auctioneering. Since then the company has raised millions of dollars annually for a wide variety of charities that Martin feels personally aligned with. After 33+ years of auctioneering\, he is still going strong and remains passionate when asked about the charities he serves. Exclusively serving nonprofits is something he is particularly proud of. Though raised in New York he has lived in Colorado for over 27 years and considers it to be his adopted home state. He lives with the love of his life\, Victoria and their trusted best friend\, Bodi in Frederick\, CO. When they’re not at work you will find them on the golf course or traveling around the country in their motor coach.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/the-art-of-the-gala-seminar-denver-co/
LOCATION:Lowry Conference Center\, 1061 Akron Way\, Denver\, CO\, 80230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170810T194917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170918T180050Z
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SUMMARY:All in! Fundraising Seminar with Kathy Kingston and Liz Page
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving is excited to sponsor…All in! Fundraising Seminar\nThursday October 26\, 2017\nBoston\, MA\nIf you have seen that fundraising is flat or even down\, you are about to discover why many benefit events and auctions never reach their full philanthropic potential – UNTIL NOW. \nDouble your impact! Two top fundraising experts\, Liz Page and Kathy Kingston\, will share their insider secrets with you. Kathy Kingston\, fundraising strategist\, professional auctioneer and bestselling author who will reveal her powerful and innovative strategies from her blockbuster bestseller\, A Higher Bid. \nLiz Page\, fundraising expert and top event producer will share how to create signature experiences with unforgettable power and style to help you reach your next level of success and visibility and exceed your revenue goals. She is proud to partner with Kathy Kingston\, who will be sharing her trade secrets to fresh profit-making strategies you can immediately use to raise more money. \n\n\n\nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN \n\nLearn 3 innovative strategies to attract new donors\nDiscover how to create high profit signature events\nUnleash 4 little-known ways to turn bidders into major donors\nGet an instant live auction makeover\nCommunicate the impact of your donors’ gift\nDiscover 5 post event things you must do\nDouble (or even triple) event income in just 10 minutes\n\nYOU’LL RECEIVE \n\nThree hour interactive\, content-rich and fun seminar\nThousands of dollars of innovative proven fundraising ideas\nPersonal coaching from Kathy Kingston and Liz Page\nSigned copy of A Higher Bid book\nComplimentary refreshments\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/fundraising-seminar-kathy-kingston-liz-page/
LOCATION:The University of Massachusetts Club\, 1 Beacon St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171024T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170922T172233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T210020Z
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SUMMARY:Auction 2.0 Seminar - Redding\, CA
DESCRIPTION:An in-depth fundraising auction workshop focused on maximizing your event’s existing potential \n10/24/2017 Redding\, CA \nPresented by Greater Giving\, Stellar Fundraising Auctions\, and Beth Sandefur Events \nReady to take your fundraising auction to the next level? Want to learn how raise more money without doing more work? Whether your event is in two weeks or 20\, this highly interactive workshop will provide you with proven strategies to maximize the philanthropic potential of your crowd. Learn how to fine-tune your fund-a-need for maximum effect\, enhance your existing auction lots\, streamline your registration process and more. \nSession topics will include: \n\nStrategies to refresh your silent auction\nBrainstorming ways to enhance your auction lots\nOnline & mobile bidding\nStreamlining check-in and check-out\nSeven keys to a successful fund-a-need\n\nHands on online and mobile bidding demo: \nMany organizations are looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: online and mobile bidding. This workshop session will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Online Bidding platform with all new features. We’ll discuss how online and mobile bidding impacts your event and discuss best practices for implementation. \nTuesday\, October 24\, 2017 – Shasta Regional Community Foundation \n8:30am Registration \n9:00am – 1:00pm \n$19.95 *includes lunch
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/auction-2-0-seminar-redding-ca/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170815T175113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170815T175113Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing ROI at Your Benefit Auction - Austin\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join renowned Benefit Auctioneer Specialist\, Gayle Stallings of FUNauctions and Stephanie Martin of Greater Giving \nAre you looking for fresh ideas to spice up your nonprofit fundraising event? Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful gala event? \nThis seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your nonprofit fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up.  Learn tips and tricks from the best benefit auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today. \nAt this nonprofit fundraising seminar\, gain insight on: \n\nWhich part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money\nTips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue\nHow to craft your best special appeal strategy\nRevenue enhancers beyond the raffle\nStrategies to refresh your silent auction\nBest practices for check-in and check out\n\nSAVE YOUR SEAT » \nNorris Conference Center\nThursday\, September 21\nRegistration 8:30am\nSeminar 9:00am – 12:00pm
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/maximizing-roi-benefit-auction-austin-tx/
LOCATION:Norris Conference Center\, 2525 W Anderson Ln #365\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170427T175150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T162149Z
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SUMMARY:Maximizing ROI at Your Benefit Auction -San Antonio
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies that will increase revenues at your next fundraising event. Join renowned Benefit Auctioneer Specialist\, Gayle Stallings of FUNauctions and Aimee Haworth of Greater Giving \nAre you looking for fresh ideas to spice up your nonprofit fundraising event? Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful gala event? \nThis seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your nonprofit fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up.  Learn tips and tricks from the best benefit auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today. \nAt this nonprofit fundraising seminar\, gain insight on: \n\nWhich part of your nonprofit fundraiser brings in the most money\nTips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue\nHow to craft your best special appeal strategy\nRevenue enhancers beyond the raffle\nStrategies to refresh your silent auction\nBest practices for check-in and check out\n\nSAVE YOUR SEAT » \nThe Witte Museum\nTuesday\, September 19\nRegistration 8:30am\nSeminar 9:00am – 12:00pm
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/maximizing-roi-benefit-auction-san-antonio/
LOCATION:The Witte Museum\, 3801 Broadway St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170816T201519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170817T214333Z
UID:8767-1504859400-1504872000@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Maximize Your Event with Online Bidding - Portland\, OR
DESCRIPTION:Greater Giving Online Bidding-Seamless Fundraising Online and In-room​ \nMany organizations are looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: going mobile. This seminar will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Online Bidding and Storefront functions. We’ll discuss how online bidding impacts your event and how you can incorporate raffle and other multi-item sales into your event using Storefront. You’ll also be able to demo Online Bidding on site and hear how local organizations are utilizing this fantastic tool to build on their already successful events. \nWe will cover: \n\nPre-event online bidding\nRegistering and checking in guests\nMulti-sale items using Storefront\nDigitizing Your Silent Auction\nPost-event Fire Sale\n\nFriday\, September 8th\nRegistration 8:30am\nSeminar 9:00am – 12:00pm\n  \nMcMenamins Kennedy School \n5736 NE 33rd Ave.\nPortland\, OR 97211
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/maximize-event-online-bidding-portland/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170823T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170628T182341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170807T164303Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Create Auction Communications that Rock - Mercer Island\, WA
DESCRIPTION:Morning Session-FULL! \nAfternoon Session-Open now! Register today! \nTurn up the volume on compelling event communication before\, during and after your fundraiser to drive giving and donor engagement throughout the year \nIn this Greater Giving seminar you’ll receive an overview of classic fundraising auction best practices with special emphasis on event marketing communication\, including: \n\nPre-event messaging – establish a clear\, consistent message to maximize communication impact\nSave the Date messaging (timing\, call to action\, set expectations)\nInvitations (timing\, call to action\, further establish expectations)\nFundraising auction catalog best practices (what must you include\, nice to have\, don’t bother)\nLive Event Marketing Communication (for activities such as silent auction\, revenue enhancers\, dessert auction\,  raffles\, live auction\, special appeal\, new activities\, nonfinancial goals\, check-out)\nPost-event communication\n\nRecap email with thanks and estimated total\nThank you letter and IRS compliance\nPress release\nAdditional communication to maintain donor contact\n\n\nGreater Giving Online Bidding How To\nQ&A\n\nProfessional fundraising auctioneer and NAA Benefit Auctioneer Specialist Nelson Jay will share his experience and expertise gained from two decades in the beverage industry to help any nonprofit make the most of its annual fundraiser. Auctioneer Nelson worked on award-winning campaigns for companies like Starbucks\, Microsoft\, XBOX and T-Mobile. Bring your most pressing challenges and leave armed with a concrete plan to rock your next fundraising event communication challenge.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-create-auction-communications-rock-mercer-island-wa/
LOCATION:Mercer Island Community Event Center\, 8236 SE 24th St\, Mercer Island\, WA\, 98040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170726T170311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T170311Z
UID:8481-1503392400-1503406800@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Seminar: Maximizing ROI at Your Benefit Auction Reno\, NV
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Atypical Consulting + Events\, KLM Auctions\, and Greater Giving \nHow do you spend your time to be sure your event is red carpet ready and finishes in the black? This seminar will focus on key strategies needed  to increase your fundraising\, turbo-charge your live auction\, and maximize your special appeal. \nAt this seminar\, you will learn best practices for: \n\nWhich part of your fundraiser brings in the most money\nTips for drastically increasing your live auction revenue\nHow to craft your best special appeal strategy\nHow to tell your story to maximize impact\nTools to get you on track and ahead of the curve\n\nBONUS SESSION: This session will cover new trends in online and mobile bidding technologies. We will discuss how to drive participation and raise more funds with minimal effort using online bidding; how online auctions can be seamlessly integrated\, and how to leverage social media to extend your fundraising reach.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/seminar-maximizing-roi-benefit-auction-reno-nv/
LOCATION:Peppermill Resort Hotel\, 2707 South Virginia St\, Reno\, NV\, 89502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170504T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170413T152317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T152317Z
UID:7704-1493890200-1493904600@blog.greatergiving.com
SUMMARY:Taking Your Event from Good to Great - Oklahoma
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jon Bridenbaugh\, Streamline Support and Gretchen Carter\, Greater Giving \nTaking your event from Good to Great—Best Practices for Fundraising Auctions \nAre you looking for fresh ideas to up your fundraising event?  Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful event? \nThis seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up.  Learn tips and tricks from the best auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today. \nAt the seminar gain insight on: \n\nStrategies to refresh your silent and live auctions\nRevenue enhancers beyond the raffle\nEvent Set Up and Timing\nFast and efficient Check in and Check out\n\nHands On Online Bidding session: \nMany organizations are looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: going mobile. This workshop session will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Online Bidding and Storefront functions. We’ll discuss how online bidding impacts your event and how you can incorporate raffle and other multi-item sales into your event using Storefront. \nAlso\, hear about how Greater Giving’s products and services can support and streamline your fundraising efforts\, creating a sense of fundraising calm you’ve never had before! Greater Giving has been supporting nonprofit and school fundraisers since 2002\, giving our company 14 years of thought leadership. With well over 50\,000 events hosted utilizing Greater Giving’s technologies\, our 8\,000 clients across the country agree-our solutions save their organization time and money when planning and executing a fundraising event. \nLearn more about the seminar presenters here.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/taking-event-good-great-oklahoma/
LOCATION:Edmond Library\, 10 S. Blvd.\, Edmond\, OK\, 73034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T162414
CREATED:20170306T214046Z
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SUMMARY:Taking Your Event from Good to Great - Irving\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jon Bridenbaugh\, Streamline Support and Gretchen Carter\, Greater Giving \nTaking your event from Good to Great—Best Practices for Fundraising Auctions \nAre you looking for fresh ideas to up your fundraising event?  Or are you starting from scratch and want to start with the best practices for the most successful event? \nThis seminar will explore key themes on what your organization can do to maximize your fundraising potential from planning to final wrap up.  Learn tips and tricks from the best auctions around the country and walk away with fresh ideas to use today. \nAt the seminar gain insight on: \n\nStrategies to refresh your silent and live auctions\nRevenue enhancers beyond the raffle\nEvent Set Up and Timing\nFast and efficient Check in and Check out\n\nHands On Online Bidding session: \nMany organizations are looking for information about the most buzzed about trend in events: going mobile. This workshop session will include an overview of Greater Giving’s Online Bidding and Storefront functions. We’ll discuss how online bidding impacts your event and how you can incorporate raffle and other multi-item sales into your event using Storefront. \nAlso\, hear about how Greater Giving’s products and services can support and streamline your fundraising efforts\, creating a sense of fundraising calm you’ve never had before! Greater Giving has been supporting nonprofit and school fundraisers since 2002\, giving our company 14 years of thought leadership. With well over 50\,000 events hosted utilizing Greater Giving’s technologies\, our 8\,000 clients across the country agree-our solutions save their organization time and money when planning and executing a fundraising event. \nLearn more about the seminar presenters here.
URL:https://blog.greatergiving.com/event/taking-event-good-great-irving-tx/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn – Las Colinas\, 7516 Las Colinas Blvd\, Irving\, TX\, 75063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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