Charity Auction!?

[Rob D.]

I would shy away from the Legendary/National live auction idea. I think the Net54 lot would get lost in the shuffle with all of the high-priced headliners that typically comprise that auction. It's just the wrong venue.

Plus, because it's a live auction, I think you'd lose a lot of potential bidders. Even though folks who don't attend can place bids, we've had numerous threads in which collectors have expressed hesitancy at bidding in live auctions that they don't attend.

Finally, because many board members previously have expressed their intent never to do business with Legendary/Mastro given the company's history, why go that route when there are plenty of less-controversial auction houses?

I think Huggins & Scott would be a good fit if they're willing. Many of their lots are similar to the type we'd be putting together.

[nebboy]

St.Judes would be my #1 choice - well worth a donation form me

[Browncow75]

Goodwin has an auction planned for July, perhaps Bill would host a "mini auction" for donations from Net54 prior to the main auction? Either that or just a few combo lots of our donations in the main July auction. Just throwing out ideas!

Brandon

[oldjudge]

Rob--Heritage is also having a live auction at the National. I'm not married to the idea. I just have seen the live bidding and, once the bar is open, bidding gets spirited (sorry!).

[Rob D.]

Originally Posted by oldjudge

Rob--Heritage is also having a live auction at the National. I'm not married to the idea. I just have seen the live bidding and, once the bar is open, bidding gets spirited (sorry!).

Didn't know Heritage was having one, too.

[Leon]

Originally Posted by Rob D.

Didn't know Heritage was having one, too.

I saw Chris Ivy yesterday and he says they have some great stuff already, for their live auction. I think the planned date is the same day as the Legendary Live Auction. Maybe there is a shuttle that can take us back and forth between the two? I will be needing a designated driver.

[scottglevy]

I will contribute as well. Let's choose an auction that begins and ends somewhat soon so that we keep positive momentum.

-Scott