Together Let’s Move the Dial on Philanthropy,
Raise the Fund Factor
And Make our Communities Stronger
"Layne was the missing puzzle piece we were looking for to take our charity auction to the next level! I was most impressed by Layne’s professionalism and enthusiasm in equal measure. The preparation began long before Layne took the microphone in hand."
Kyra McNamara, Fund Development Coordinator at VON Oxford
Do you want an event that ignites giving and maximizes engagement? With The Auctionista on your event team, you will get a high energy, performance-based live auction. Entertaining. Captivating. One that inspires giving.
A record-breaking night.
How does Layne do it? She does it the LayneWay. She creates the unique cause-connect experience to empower your guests to make a difference. By the end of the night your supporters know that they are critical to the success of your organization.
Do you want an event that ignites giving and maximizes engagement? With the Auctionista on your event team, you will get a high energy, performance-based live auction. Entertaining. Captivating. One that inspires giving. A record-breaking night.
The Team
Janet Hethrington
With 20+ years’ experience in corporate communications and design, and a team of talented young professionals we deliver social media marketing with a strategic edge. We build the messaging to capture the essence of your event, create the graphics, and program a “frequency and reach” social media campaign to your target, build momentum and get your message out.
Alanna Memme
With years of talent and client management in her back pocket, Alanna brings her passion for both entertainment and philanthropy to Team Auctionista! Alanna is responsible for client relations and growing partnerships; tracking, booking and taking care of any client needs, even after the event concludes. Alanna makes sure Layne is in the right place at the right time and has all information about the event so The Auctionista can deliver a record-breaking night!
Lauren Drambis
Lauren is second-generation Auctionista, trained and groomed by her mother and mentor, Layne. Lauren has developed her own high-octane, energetic style of auctioneering magic! Formally educated at the World Wide College of Auctioneering and the National Auctioneer’s Association as a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Lauren brings excitement and the power of philanthropy to every event!
Janet Hethrington
With 20+ years’ experience in corporate communications and design, and a team of talented young professionals we deliver social media marketing with a strategic edge. We build the messaging to capture the essence of your event, create the graphics, and program a “frequency and reach” social media campaign to your target, build momentum and get your message out.
Alanna Memme
With years of talent and client management in her back pocket, Alanna brings her passion for both entertainment and philanthropy to Team Auctionista! Alanna is responsible for client relations and growing partnerships; tracking, booking and taking care of any client needs, even after the event concludes. Alanna makes sure Layne is in the right place at the right time and has all information about the event so The Auctionista can deliver a record-breaking night!
Lauren Drambis
Lauren is second-generation Auctionista, trained and groomed by her mother and mentor, Layne. Lauren has developed her own high-octane, energetic style of auctioneering magic! Formally educated at the World Wide College of Auctioneering and the National Auctioneer’s Association as a Benefit Auctioneer Specialist, Lauren brings excitement and the power of philanthropy to every event!
