Gala & Benefit Auction Support
Premier Auctioneers provides comprehensive support for galas and benefit auctions, partnering closely with your team to ensure your event is strategically designed for success.
We work collaboratively with staff, boards, and planning committees to:
- Develop an effective auction flow and pacing
- Ensure clear messaging around mission and impact
- Align auction segments with donor behavior and energy levels
- Identify opportunities to increase participation and revenue
Our goal is to help your organization maximize fundraising outcomes while delivering a polished, stress-free event that reflects your mission and values.
Live Auction (Bid Calling) Services
Live auctions are where preparation meets performance. Sharon’s sales-driven auctioneering style focuses on creating momentum, reading the room, and confidently closing bids.
Live auction & bid calling services include:
- Professional bid calling and pacing
- Resources to manage crowd & audience participation
- Professional and exciting introduction of sponsors & donated items
- Confident bid closing techniques
- Guaranteed fun for the audience
Emceeing Events
As an emcee, Sharon provides a polished, professional presence that keeps events running smoothly while maintaining energy and audience engagement.
She works closely with event organizers to understand:
- The purpose and tone of the event
- Key messages and moments
- Transitions between speakers, segments, and entertainment
Whether your event is formal, celebratory, or mission-focused, Sharon adapts her style to ensure the event flows seamlessly and guests remain engaged from start to finish.
Group Facilitation & Mediation
In addition to auction and event services, Premier Auctioneers offers professional group facilitation and mediation services for organizations seeking clarity, alignment, and productive dialogue. With extensive experience working with executive leadership, technical teams, and diverse stakeholders, Sharon facilitates conversations that:
- Encourage participation and collaboration
- Navigate differing perspectives with professionalism
- Drive decision-making and alignment
- Foster trust and mutual understanding
These services are ideal for:
- Board retreats and strategic planning sessions
- Organizational meetings
- Conflict resolution and mediation
A professionally trained auctioneer with a background in sales understands how to create urgency, read buyer signals, and close bids effectively.