Program Agenda

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8:30 am - Registration – Mimosas served, Silent Auction Open

9:00 am - Session One -Maximizing the Guest Experience

10:00 am -Technology and Your Event

10:15 am - Break

10:30 am – Session Two -Cultivation & Stewardship Strategies

11:30 am -Board & Donor Development

12:00 pm – Lunch and Entertainment

1:00 pm – Session Three – Deep Dive on Fundraising strategies for Live Auction,
Paddle Raise, Games, etc.

1:30 - Procuring Live Auction items

2:00 pm – Break

2:15 pm - Mock Live Auction and Mock Paddle Raise (we will show you different
approaches)

2:30 pm – 50+ Revenue Enhancers

2:45 pm – Q&A Session with all presenters, Raffle winners announced

About Us

Raising Paddles is a full-service auction and consulting firm that became a reality in 2017. Our charter is mission focused, as we match our personal journey points to causes where we can stand on stage of inspire with empathy for your cause. We feel this differentiates our results as we help you maximize fundraising for your events. In 2022, we served 150 non-profits, helping them collectively raise $54 million at their events. Our approach is consultative, as we become part of your gala committee to attend meetings, connect you with partners who can bring excitement and value to your event.