California · Nevada · Arizona
Turnkey Consignment Auctions for 501(c)(3) Organizations
Your nonprofit gets a seasoned live auctioneer, premium consignment inventory, and a proven paddle-raise strategy — all with zero upfront cost. You're only invoiced for what sells.
Simple & Risk-Free
We learn about your goals and build a custom plan for your event.
Premium consignment items shipped directly to your venue, ready to display.
Tony runs the night — building energy and maximizing every dollar raised.
Invoiced only for items sold. Unsold items returned at no charge.
What We Bring
Premium items sourced, authenticated, and consigned at zero risk.
20+ years on stage — reading the room and extracting maximum value.
From pre-event consulting to night-of execution — every element tuned to maximize outcomes.
We operate on a pure consignment model — invoiced only for items that actually sell on event night. Zero financial risk to your nonprofit, ever.
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Hand-selected luxury packages consigned at zero cost to your organization.
Sports Memorabilia
Every item PSA/DNA, JSA, or Beckett authenticated. These are the pieces that stop bidders in their tracks.
Entertainment & Music
Entertainment memorabilia consistently drives some of the highest bids of the night.
Fine Art
Picasso, Dalí, Chagall and more — fine art that attracts your highest-level bidders.
Live Events
From golf tournament fundraisers to grand ballroom galas — this is what your event looks like when you partner with The Premier Auctioneer. Click any photo to enlarge.
Client Testimonials
Tony transformed our annual gala. He had the crowd competing for every item and we raised 40% more than our previous year's best. The consignment model meant we had nothing to lose — and we gained everything.
We'd struggled for years to find quality auction items. Tony brought an incredible selection and his energy on stage was electric. Our donors are still talking about it months later.
The zero upfront cost model was the deciding factor for us. Tony delivered premium items, managed the night flawlessly, and we exceeded our fundraising goal by $30,000.
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About Tony Shaw
"If your nonprofit is leaving money on the table at its next gala — let's talk."
Tony Shaw is the founder of The Premier Auctioneer and one of the most experienced benefit auctioneers in the Western United States. With a background spanning education, philanthropy, and live performance, Tony brings a rare combination of credibility, energy, and strategy to every event.
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