Going once, twice, sold! Taking Bids Fundraising (TBF) is based in Kansas City and is leading the industry with record-smashing methods to raise money for nonprofits. TBF believes in making our community a better place one auction at a time.
Education is important to owner and head auctioneer, Trisha Brauer. She holds a Bachelors degree and an MBA. She completed her auction training at World Wide College of Auctioneering. She is on the Board for the National Auctioneers Association (NAA), and is a member of state associations for Iowa, Kansas, Colorado and Missouri.
Trisha also holds the designation of Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (BAS). This designation is awarded and recognized by the National Auctioneers Association and represents specific education and training in conducting benefit auctions. This designation has been awarded to only 3% of the nation’s auctioneers. She has also completed her Certified Auctioneer Institute (CAI) designation. This is a 3 year program and is the highest designation recognized by the NAA. In addition to helping nonprofits have record breaking events, she is a professional trainer for the NAA and teaches auctioneers across the country the art of benefit auctions. She also serves as a Councilwoman on City Council for Roeland Park.
For any charity auctions, public speaking, or leadership training, Trisha can be reached at 913-481-8280 or at trisha@takingbidsbenefitauctions.com. CFRE: 1 credit