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Finding the Story

Benefit Auction Summit 2026

Guest Speaker Anthony Veneziale

Every great auction or emcee performance is built on one thing: a story that connects. In this high-energy, hands-on keynote, you’ll discover how to weave your personal story into the fabric of any event – turning a room full of strangers into an engaged, giving audience. From reading the room in real time to unlocking the unique storytelling gift you didn’t know you had, you’ll walk away with practical skills you can use at your very next event. This isn’t a lecture – it’s an experience designed to transform the way you show up on stage and move people to action.

Upon completing this session, participants will be able to:

  1. Find the story of the event and match it with their story.
  2. Determine what makes them unique and why their skill will engage the audience.
  3. Not only will you hear and share stories with your fellow attendees, but you’ll get some AI agents to help you with future events.
Mission & Vision

The National Auction Association serves auction professionals by providing services built on four cornerstones: Advocacy, Community, Education, and Promotions.

Our vision is to be the unified voice of the auction profession, championing the interests of auctioneers everywhere.

Values Statement

We intentionally welcome all auction professionals. We do this without adherence to any social, religious, and/or political affiliation or creed.

We endeavor to foster a climate of purposeful inclusion, an environment where all can feel safe, valued, cared for, and given an opportunity to form meaningful connections with each other.

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