David Sobon

David Sobon has consulted with hundreds of foundations, non-profits, service and religious groups and associations around the country to help them fulfill their fundraising goals. In his 23 years of assisting non-profits, David has gained extensive experience in fundraising, event planning, advertising, marketing, public relations and auctioneering. He has had the opportunity to consult with organizations such as American Leadership Forum, Susan G. Komen, WEAVE,Leukemia Lymphoma , American Cancer and a variety art organizations and children’s charities. David is an active member of The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and a part of their teaching faculty and The National Auctioneers Association (NAA), where he earned the title of Benefit Auction Specialist, one of only a handful in the country. On the board of directors of Sacramento Metro Chamber Foundation and the president of Wide Open Walks , David’s contributions are felt throughout the community. In David's spare time he enjoys collecting art, and running the nonprofit he founded-Wide Open Walls, One if the largest Mural festivals in the country. He also enjoys traveling, live music, theater and bicycle touring. David’s passion is Art for All, enhancing his community with the gifts of art in public places. David’s fresh and innovative ideas have given way to great and exciting events. His experience has generated him a great repertoire with his clients and donors. It is David’s unique “Benefit Auction System” that helps organizations to raise more money and have more fun while changing the lives of those they serve. David says, “ There is no better feeling than coming off the stage at an event and knowing you made a huge difference in someone’s life”. Specialties: Auction Consulting, Non-Profit Consulting, Auctioneering, Networking, Event Coordination,