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6. Form a procurement team.

Soliciting items for both the live and silent portions of the auction, also called procurement, is key to a profitable event. Putting together a powerful procurement team can help ensure success in securing donations and meeting event revenue goals. Select people who have a wide circle of contacts. Much of the success of procurement is knowing the right people. Also request items via your Web site and through other e-mail communications.