Events | Fundraising | Emceeing
HOARD the Auction — This little trick raised an extra hundred, just like that. Photo: Jeff DeRose
“Seth has the unexpected ability to be in outer space and fully grounded in reality at the same time. ”
From the moment participants walk into an event it needs to be a communal experience. It’s about the people in the room—the feelings, drive, and connectivity to shared values.
When I believe in an organization I have no qualms raising a ton of dough. I work with organizations during the preparation phase through the event itself.
Fundraising events are experiences. Raising money is secondary to building community and trust. Period.
My college required anyone in the performing arts to work in the Performing Arts Center. I learned every aspect of running a show: stage management, production assistance, sound and light operations, as well as spatial design.
I went on to be a performer for 20 years, while also working as an Event Coordinator, Booking Manager, and Arts Administrator. All these positions have given me the know-how to run an event the right way. I get in the weeds to understand how you are build your donor base and engage that unique audience.
Emceeing is a means to a means. I catalyze my experience as a solo performer to bring ethereal energy to the experience. How? Like this…
STATS !
Raised more than 50% as the previous annual fundraiser
Annual fundraiser's net profit increased 3% from the prior year and was the 3rd highest performance in the history of the event.
Fund-a- Scholar live auction raised over $28k, a 7% increase from the previous year and the 2nd highest performance ever.