Live Auction Fundrasing Gala, Tom Riles Nashville Benefit Charity Auctioneer

Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Conducts Live Auction at Patrick Mahomes Charity Event in Las Vegas

By Tom Riles on June 22, 2025 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

This was one of the coolest nights of my life. My friend and incredibly talented fundraiser, Harry Santa-Olalla asked me if I could serve as the benefit auctioneer and run the live appeal for Patrick and Brittany Mahomes’ 15 and the Mahomies non-profit. Harry was beyond generous to give me this opportunity which he was … Continue Reading

Live Auction Fundrasing Gala, Tom Riles Nashville Benefit Charity Auctioneer

Moffitt Cancer Center’s Magnolia Ball in Tampa Breaks Fundraising Record of over $8 Million With Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Conducting the Live Auction and Fund-A-Need Appeal

By Tom Riles on March 22, 2025 0 Comments

Three years in a row! I’m so proud to be part of the transformation of this event. As Moffitt’s signature gala event, the Magnolia Ball raises funds to support cancer research, bringing us ever closer to new treatments and cures. The evening is a celebration; of courageous patients, of the extraordinary work of scientists and … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Tennessee Charity Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres at Iconic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville

By Tom Riles on September 4, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour has been a journey to remember. And this stop just may be the most memorable one of them all. Living in Nashville, Tennessee, it was a dream to one day perform at the Ryman Auditorium, and that is exactly what I did! Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the Orpheum Theater

By Tom Riles on August 19, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour has offically come to an end. I was honored to bring my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres at Historic Chicago Theater

By Tom Riles on August 10, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #ellen #ellendegeneres #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour is coming close to an end. I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Charity Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Charlotte, North Carolina

By Tom Riles on August 9, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour is putting in one heck of a memorable summer! I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Raleigh / Durham North Carolina

By Tom Riles on August 8, 2024 0 Comments

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour keeps chugging along! I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her one last time. … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Tom Riles, Tennessee Charity Auctioneer Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Toronto, Canada!

By Tom Riles on August 5, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour keeps on going! I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her one last time. … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Nashville Charity Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in New York at Radio City Music Hall!

By Tom Riles on August 1, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #ellendegeneres #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour keeps on going! I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to open for her one last time. … Continue Reading

Ellen DeGeneres Benefit Auctioneer Comedian Opening Act, Ellen DeGeneres Opener Warm-up Act

Tennessee Benefit Auctioneer Tom Riles Opens for Ellen DeGeneres in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

By Tom Riles on July 31, 2024 0 Comments • Tags: #auctioneer #benefitauctioneer #comedy #entertaining #fundaneed #fundraising #liveauction #non-profit #paddleraise #tomriles

Ellen’s Last Stand…Up Comedy Tour is putting in one heck of a memorable week! I’m honored to be bringing my mix of comedy, entertainment, and auctioneering to massive theaters around the U.S. as a part of Ellen’s final tour. Having worked for Ellen for over 17 years, I was thrilled to get the call to … Continue Reading