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The Care and Feeding of a Golden Goose
Episode 5 • 16th September 2026 • Black Tie and Tales • Stellar Fundraising Auctions
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Which is more important: making more money at your event or making sure your crowd is happy? Every decision you make, from the revenue enhancing games you choose to doubling auction lots, has the potential to alienate your most important supporters.

In this episode of Black Tie and Tales, Stellar Fundraising auctioneers Devon Bell and Greg Quiroga discuss the intention that goes into making sure your largest donors feel the love...and want to come back and support you again.

Presented by Stellar Fundraising Auctions (http://www.stellarsf.com) and brought to you by Sojourn Ventures: boutique travel experiences designed to elevate fundraising: https://www.sojournventurestravel.com/

And by Gala Toolbox: https://www.galatoolbox.com - a practical resource hub for nonprofit staff and board members who plan fundraising events: use code "STELLAR" for 25% off! Take a peek behind the curtain of the wonderful world of fundraising auctions with two auctioneers who have seen it all. https://feeds.captivate.fm/black-tie-and-tales/

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