ABOUT
Jim has been a professional Benefit-Charity Fundraising Auctioneer & Consultant for over 30 years. Two character traits that Jim has evolved, embraced, inspired and encouraged for others are Empathy & Integrity.
Jim is goal orientated and has provided seasoned experience, outstanding communication & problem solving skills resulting in his proven performance and positive results with the Galas & Events he’s assisted with. This is affirmed by millions of dollars being raised for his clients. Jim has assisted organizations, schools and special causes in the Central, Southeast & Southwest regions of the USA and also in Canada.
Jim is a member of the National Auction Association and the Michigan Auctioneers Association.
Jim’s career experiences have provided his clients with not only an established Benefit-Charity Auctioneer & Consultant, but a highly successful marketing and public relations professional with the ability to recognize and relate to the challenges and dynamics of fund development needs facing their organizations.
Following are some of those experiences:
- Executive Director – YMCA
- Director of Development – The Salvation Army
- Conducted two successful Capital Campaigns
- Division Chair of two (additional) successful Capital Campaigns
In addition Jim is able to support his clients with his well established network of friends and contacts in the corporate sector plus in the fields of business, media, sports and entertainment.
Jim is a participating author (chapter 41) of “BOOST YOUR BENEFIT AUCTION” “Fundraising Tips From Pro Auctioneers” by:Jenelle Taylor.
BAS – Benefit Auction Specialist is special designation provided to members of the National Auction Association. Less than one (1) percent of professional auctioneers throughout North America have attained this specialized training in benefit auctions through the BAS program. It is a two part program (24 classroom hours) which educates, teaches and instructs auctioneers how to enhance their fundraising services to their client/customers. In addition to the completion of the coursework, testing, submission of specialized reports and various reports of proven accomplishments, skills & expertise, it is necessary to complete 24 hours of continuing education courses every three years to maintain this designation. It is in your, and your organization or schools, best interest to only consider the assistance of a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (through the NAA). It’s been proven that this will not only increase revenue, but will elevate the overall success of your fundraising gala or event. I’m very proud to have attained and maintained my BAS designation for your advantage.