Midwest’s Top Benefit Auctioneer Brett Walkow! Auctioneer from Chicago, IL
Will travel up to 500 miles
- Avg 5.0 | 2 Reviews
- 3 Verified Bookings
- Member Since 2023
- 1 Award or Badge
- Virtual Services Offered
- Accepts Online Payment
- Starting at $2,000 per event
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“Brett was on fire, igniting the guests with laughter and competitive spirit, knocking the fund a need goal out of the ballpark. It was the first time in 4 years we saw an increase in proceeds.” - St. Joseph School Benefit Auction (Client 9 years!)? Put Brett Walkow on the mic and watch the room transform. He’s a Chicago based benefit auctioneer and emcee who knows how to build momentum, read donors, and deliver a fund a need that hits hard. He consistently shatters goals raising millions for charities worldwide! “From the moment he takes the mic, Brett brings incredible energy, warmth, and humor that instantly connected with our audience. His timing is spot-on, his presence is magnetic, and he keeps the event flowing seamlessly from start to finish. He is also genuinely passionate about the mission of our organization and seems to make every organization he works with feel the same.” - Charleston Habitat For Humanity (Client 8 years!) What you get when you book Brett and the HappyTown Fundraisers Team: • Live benefit auctioneer services that keep bids moving and donors engaged • Fund a need/cause appeal, including the wording, pacing, and energy that make it land • Gala emcee hosting and expert program pacing so the night feels fun, polished, and intentional • Pre event consultation and full run of show strategy, including revenue generating ideas tailored to your donor base • Mission storytelling support so guests understand the why and feel proud to give • Post event analysis and consultation to review fundraising numbers, what resonated most, and how to grow next year • Optional video production and social media marketing through HappyTown’s in house film production studio, including pre recorded segments, event promos, and content that can drive donations beyond the ballroom Beyond the ballroom, Brett brings real showbiz firepower to your fundraiser. He’s shared stage & screen with Melissa McCarthy, Jimmy Fallon, Jerry Seinfeld, and Brendan Fraser, and delivered for brands like McDonald’s, Cisco, Delta, Citibank, and Disney, with appearances spanning The Tonight Show, Lollapalooza, and The Golden Globes. Translation for your gala: fearless stage presence, lightning fast improv, total command of the room, and a donor crowd that trusts the ask and actually leans in to give. Bottom line: more energy, more participation, and a bigger number at the end of the night!?Questions or want to see quick video highlights? Reach out. We’re happy to hop on a call and help you map the best plan for your event. Website and video highlights: HappyTownFundraisers.com
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Avg 5.0 | 2 Reviews
Review by Karen P.
Fundraiser•Reviewed on October 7, 2025•From Waukegan, IL
Review by Charita L.
Fundraiser•Reviewed on March 5, 2025•From Chicago, IL
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