ROIProfessional charity auctioneers are the one budget item which pays for itself.  They always bring in more money than your local volunteers, TV personalities, etc. as they are not trained as auctioneers.  While there is a cost to hiring an auctioneer, the results are the reflection of the real cost.  A professional charity auctioneer can help you raise more money in your live auction by working with your committee obtain more valuable items and perform better on stage than any volunteer to engage the participation of your audience with resulting higher bids and greater success for your event.  Auctioneers who have conducted numerous charity auctions know what works and what does not.  Hire the best.  Use a professional charity auctioneer.