Contributors

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Host

Bobby D. Ehlert

His passion for a greater world has led him to a career in being a leader of change. He entered the nonprofit world through stage work as a world champion auctioneer. He realized his passion and skill had a greater purpose. From the stage he works to make everyone in a room feel excited to participate in change. Encouraging donations to flow by driving the mission moments. He works with, challenges and cures the problems of donor support. Each organization feels his great passion as he advocates for their specific cause. He has years of experience public speaking and rasing millions of dollars of support for nonprofits nationwide. His greatest skill comes from all the education and expedrience he has to work not just at an event but in depth consulting before an event. Driving huge changes to cultivate support before he even takes the stage. 

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Erin Ward

“you must be part of the organization” is Erin’s favorite complement she receives at events. Priding herself in becoming immersed in the mission of the organization is her focus when creating a moment of giving. Her focus is on creating exceptional donor experiences. Knowing the pressures that weigh on this roll, she takes it very serious and still fun. Erin has worked with tons of celebrities and dignitaries and helps them shine at the event as well and encourage guests to be part of the night not just watch it. Erin is a mission ambassador, professional public speaker, fundraising auctioneer, event consultant, development consultant and nonprofit trainer. Currently serving as the President of the NYC Auctioneers Association and the 2018 NY State Auction Champion. As an educated, well cultured and traveled individual with an amazing life story, her empathy and passion allows her to tell amazing stories and inspire hearts to give.