Episode 121 | SmartStop Presents: Bidding for Success | Anna Couvrette, Non Profit Auctioneer

Presented by SmartStop Self Storage, this week's episode of SheEO Lead-In, we listen to our host, Rebecca Jones, engaging in a thought-provoking discussion with Anna Covrette, Non Profit Auctioneer.Anna discusses her unique career path and challenges in a male-dominated field. She started at 19, mentored by Clint Bell, and has since conducted numerous events. Anna emphasizes the importance of adaptability, humor, and building relationships with event planners and AV teams. She shares her experiences, including a memorable event where a major donor's fall disrupted the live auction, yet she still managed to book more events. Anna also highlights the support from women in the nonprofit industry, particularly her mentor Courtney Bell. She advises aspiring auctioneers to attend events, find a mentor, and consider auction schools.We want to thank our incredible sponsor, SmartStop Self Storage, a leader in self storage real estate, and a company that upholds its core principles of leading together, embracing change and enhancing everyone's journey. To learn more about SmartStop, please visit SmartStop Self Storage. Thank you for being a part of the SheEO Lead-In community!  Please be sure to share our episodes and subscribe to this storage vault of wisdom and knowledge, built by women and for women.