There is no doubt about it; an auction takes a lot of work and commitment on many levels. Soliciting items for both the live and silent portion of the auction, also called procurement, is key to a profitable event. Putting together a powerful procurement team can help ensure success in securing donations and meeting event revenue goals. Whether this team is professional staff or a volunteer committee the same ideas apply.
The procurement team is a group of individuals who will be tasked with soliciting contributions for the auction. Ideally, the team will consist of people who have both the time and perseverance to contact potential vendors both by phone and in person for donations. Individuals who are both friendly and persuasive, and above all committed to your cause are most effective. It is also very helpful to engage members on your procurement team who are well connected in the community and have access to people with influence. Read on ...
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