Our History
In 2011, three forward-thinking people with a passion for good causes and innovative technology formed GalaBid. The founding mission was to help non-profits maximize fundraising revenue through clever technology and excellent service.
In 2011, three forward-thinking people with a passion for good causes and innovative technology formed GalaBid. The founding mission was to help non-profits maximize fundraising revenue through clever technology and excellent service.
GalaBid is a global organization with offices in key locations around the world. Our mission hasn't changed since 2011, we are still dedicated to helping non-profits, charities, community groups and individuals raise more through the very best digital solutions and superior service delivery.
We partner with a wide range of organizations and individuals who trust GalaBid to help them achieve their fundraising targets.
GalaBid’s mobile fundraising platform is perfect for fundraising campaigns of all sizes. From school fetes to gala dinners, our flexible platform delivers easy-to-use features designed to maximize results!
Choose from a range of fundraising options, including silent auctions, raffles, donation drives and crowdfunding.
We also have an in-house no-risk auction item range to boost funds raised. The 2022 average profit to fundraisers from each GalaBid No Risk Prize sale was 40.4%!
Galabid’s smart fundraising platform is backed by our equally smart people! When you need a bit of extra help, our friendly experts are there to answer your questions and queries.
With nearly 15 years' experience helping charities raise funds in key locations around the world, Dee is now leading the fundraising tech revolution in the UK's beautiful Dorset. Best buzz? "We work hard to achieve excellent results for the charities we work with and I’m extremely proud of the client feedback the team receives."
Super bright, very funny, Angela has endless creativity to deliver the right solutions to our fundraising partners. She's in her element helping out on-site at an event and is also a mean shooter of hoops on the basketball court. Best buzz: "Talking to clients after their event and hearing how excited they are about its success."
Fundraising expert and tech legend, Andy leads our sales team with a positive energy that always turns challenges into bright ideas. You'll rarely see Andy without a smile, which is just one of the reasons why his clients love working with him. Best buzz: "Seeing how the GalaBid platform and our on-site team make a real difference to fundraising outcomes."
Ocean swimmer and shark dodger extraordinaire, Pete's passion for tech and great causes provided the inspiration for starting GalaBid in 2011. Best buzz: "Helping people get what they need to fund causes that they are passionate about."
Diligent and thoughtful, Ed works with our partners to bring their digital fundraising ideas to life. Producing smart solutions and custom design, Ed ensures the GalaBid platform is always the perfect fit for each event and online campaign.
Adam heads up our development team. Turning complex code into brilliant ideas, Adam is constantly making sure our platform and digital services are giving clients a market leading user experience.
With a love of travel, Steph has spent several years living in various parts of the world. Steph is a meticulous front-end developer with a passion for creating the best user experience. Best buzz: "Knowing that I am helping to make a positive impact to great causes through my work".
Cleiton is our multimedia wunderkind who turns great ideas into stunning visuals. From custom campaign designs to client EDMs, Cleiton's creative flair ensures every fundraiser looks amazing! Best buzz: "Knowing my designs help to provide a better life for people in need."
Word spinner and content creator, Victoria is passionate about the power of story telling. From blog posts to social media, Victoria always looks to place our clients' stories and experiences at the heart of GalaBid's content. If she's not working hard to find the perfect words, you'll find her listening to obscure music and rock climbing (often at the same time). Best buzz: "Writing about the incredible work undertaken by dedicated, passionate people and causes that make a huge difference to the lives of others."
As GalaBid's Consignment Manager, Mariela is constantly scouring the world for outstanding fundraising items. Mariela has a keen eye for detail and exceptionally high-quality standards, which is why our consignment catalogues are packed with items that bidders can't wait to get their hands on. Best buzz: "Researching and putting together unreal experiences for GalaBid that go to auction and are purchased for great causes by generous bidders".
A talented FullStack Developer, Gilson is responsible for creating the GalaBid coding magic that delivers an amazing UI and UX, from first to last use. Best Buzz: "I love working in a flexible environment where creativity and innovation is encouraged and supported. It's great to see my ideas for improving the GalaBid experience implemented, and delivering great results for our clients' causes".
Nina has spent years managing our fundraisers on-site, training volunteers, and delivering exceptional assistance to guests in person. She has now joined our team as an experienced Account Manager, dedicated to ensuring your fundraisers are the best they can be. She loves crosswords, bouldering, and sci-fi novels. Nina is known for her exceptional customer service skills and her ability to build strong, long-lasting relationships with her clients.
Cesar is a multi-talented graphic designer who has a wealth of experience in various areas of design. His diverse skillset allows him to tackle projects from different angles, creating unique and innovative solutions for his clients. Cesar loves dancing, volleyball, and exploring the world. He also enjoys playing the occasional game of poker and is a bit of a night owl.
GalaBid's dynamo across the Tasman, Cathy deploys her considerable experience, energy and enthusiasm to help New Zealand fundraisers maximise their revenue. Best Buzz: "I love introducing fundraisers to GalaBid and seeing them get excited about how our platform opens up a whole new world of opportunity to them. Seeing clients smash their targets, and hearing that their bidders also loved the platform is the ultimate reward."
Energetic and enthusiastic, Stuart applies his fundraising expertise to a wide range of events in Ireland. If he's not helping great causes raise money, you'll find Stuart on the soccer field coaching kids on the fine art of the offside rule. Best buzz: "I love the thrill of the auction, smashing targets and sharing the delight/relief with the event organiser when they achieve their goals."
Shaun leads GalaBid's Singapore operation. Shaun is one of Asia's leading Auctioneers, hammering out the love at over 500 charity events across the region!