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Choose Only An Experienced Professional Auctioneer
An experienced professional auctioneer like Partager Auction knows how to assist you in every aspect of planning your auction and will maximize every bid from your guests to bring in the most money at your event--making the auctioneer worth many times their fee.
Utilize their hands-on knowledge ahead of time; don’t just “book” an auctioneer at the last minute to stand up on a stage and call bids/sell the items at the event—you are already paying for their expertise so why not use it to increase your event’s revenue at every turn!
We know you work hard to put on your event. Why not ensure the success of your auction by choosing the right professional auctioneer to sell it all at top dollar!
San Diego-based Partager Auction delivers more than 15 years of experience in the auction market.
Our professionally trained and licensed auctioneer has conducted hundreds of Live Auctions across the U.S.; selling more than $ 100 million worth of merchandise and fine art for top non-profit organizations, schools, hospitals, art galleries and publishers.
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 Check out the video above and
watch Auctioneer Cheryl Parker IN ACTION!
RECENT AUCTION NEWS
Despite the severe downturn in the economy,
Partager Auction guided:
Jewish Family Service which set attendance and fundraising records at its 2010 "Heart and Soul" Gala Auction event;
raising nearly $ 900,000.
"Thank you so much for an extraordinary effort! You are terrific!"
Susan Lapidus, Director of Development, Jewish Family Service
Want to know what other clients think of us? Click here
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What Do You Get When You Choose Partager Auction?
Here's what's included in our fee: (Remember: Don't just focus on how much an auctioneer charges. Compare what services and benefits they can offer your organization for that fee)
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An experienced, licensed/bonded professional auctioneer who has conducted hundreds of auctions and who has raised well over $ 100 million and counting! We know how to maximize all bidding at your event and will serve as your master of ceremonies (if you choose); handle raffles, drawings, or other important announcements, and introductions.
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Consult on Live Auction item selection, item order, and starting bids.
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We'll list all your Live Auction items ONLINE* and accept online bids linked to YOUR OWN DEDICATED WEBPAGE so your guests can get in on the action (and you can raise money) before your event even begins! The highest bids as of the posted closing date/time, will then be carried over as the starting bids for your Live Auction. Check out our Online Auction Item Demonstration and see how we can make YOUR organization even more money!
- Conduct your Special Appeal, Fund-A-Need or other related direct cash appeal during the Live Auction portion of your event. This crucial portion of your event can raise up to 50-75% (or more) of the proceeds with no effort on your part. We'll consult and help you structure the most effective way to solicit money from your guests in a sensitive yet direct emotional appeal. If you have never done this type of fundraiser at your event, we will show you how it has been used by hundreds of organizations like yours to bring in tens of thousands of dollars.
- Customized 70-page "Auction Planning Guide" packed with suggestions, ideas, templates, resources, and, of course, our over 15 years of experience with benefit auctions.
- Oversee Silent Auction portion of event by advising on starting bids and bid increments; monitoring bid sheets; encouraging active bidding via continuous announcements; and of course, closing all the silent auction sections in a clear, definitive manner to reach full potential of bidding.
- Your own personalized web page (with your organization's name) complete with event information, Live Auction item listings and online bidding. You can even link our site to your own organization's website.
- Event planning and development meetings; progress consultations and advice (either in-person** or by phone or email)---we’re here to answer your questions!
- Train your committees/staff to assist the auctioneer, record bids, register and check-out guests as well as any other auction related duties.
- And, of course, we will SELL, SELL, SELL every item to the highest bidder during the Live Auction with our energetic, entertaining and commanding bid calling.
*administrative setup fee will apply however we DO NOT take a percentage or any portion of your online sales like other online auction companies
** If meetings or auction are not held in the greater San Diego area, applicable travel-related costs such as mileage/flight/hotel etc., to be paid by organization. Auctioneer will estimate charges on request and, if possible, will be included in contract.
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Step into the 21st Century of Auction Events With Online Bidding/Auctions!
Now is the time to boost your auction event with ONLINE BIDDING on ALL your Live Auction items!
Why wait until your guests attend the auction event to start taking in $$$$? See how we can help you make money BEFORE it even begins!
We don't just "show" your items online like some software programs or auctioneers may do. We'll actually let your guests BID on the items the minute the auction is posted online on our website. The highest bids as of the posted "closing day/time" will then carry over as starting bids at the Live Auction segment of your event.
Online bidding puts your auction event within reach of all your guests and their family and friends, near and far...and it will most likely become a permanent extension to your traditional Live Auction event.
Ask us how we can help your organization bring in more money before even one guest arrives at your event!
View our Online Auction Item Bidding Demonstration and take a look at this feature offered to you. We DO NOT take a percentage or any portion of your online sales like other online auction companies*.
It's part of our service as your professional auctioneer (compare that to other auctioneers!)
*administrative setup fee based on number of items will apply
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