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About Better Bidders Inc.
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We are Better Bidders™, and we've created live-auction products that bring life and fun to auctions. If you are looking for professional auction paddles for your live auction event then you've come to the right place!
Since 2003, John Murphy has personally produced thousands of orders for his more than 4,000 (mostly) non-profit customers' fundraising gala events and paddle raises. Born from a desire to bring better tools to the marketplace for fundraising, our paddle products stand above others in unique, detailed designs, superior reusable plastics, a wide breadth of plastic options, a "missing-paddle" fill-in service, and a personal, "can do" approach to bringing your paddle ideas come to life.
At every step of your journey John is your one and only point of contact. He is it. And he does it all. No big, faceless, promotional products company or other inexperienced sign or print shop that "can" make a paddle, but rather a veteran in the live auction fundraising space with years of creative ideas, best practices, and applied knowledge beyond all others.
Trusted by Christie's Auction House, Sotheby's, and nearly every other major auction house, we bring quality and our personal touch to everything we do.
Reach out to us and find out for yourself!
John Murphy, Owner
Since 2003, John Murphy has personally produced thousands of orders for his more than 4,000 (mostly) non-profit customers' fundraising gala events and paddle raises. Born from a desire to bring better tools to the marketplace for fundraising, our paddle products stand above others in unique, detailed designs, superior reusable plastics, a wide breadth of plastic options, a "missing-paddle" fill-in service, and a personal, "can do" approach to bringing your paddle ideas come to life.
At every step of your journey John is your one and only point of contact. He is it. And he does it all. No big, faceless, promotional products company or other inexperienced sign or print shop that "can" make a paddle, but rather a veteran in the live auction fundraising space with years of creative ideas, best practices, and applied knowledge beyond all others.
Trusted by Christie's Auction House, Sotheby's, and nearly every other major auction house, we bring quality and our personal touch to everything we do.
Reach out to us and find out for yourself!
John Murphy, Owner
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10650 N Baehr Rd # E, 53092-4569, Mequon, United States
- (866) 667-2335
- john@betterbidders.com
- betterbidders.com
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Quick response and easily made changes…
Quick response and easily made changes when I requested based off the original quote. Shipment did not go out at expected time though.
24 February 2023
John at Better Bidders saved the day
John at Better Bidders saved the day. So responsive and reliable. I highly recommend better bidders.
3 February 2023
Very responsive to questions about my order
I ordered my paddles very early and they arrived in plenty of time for our event. They were packaged well and arrived without damage.
17 March 2023
Great customer service & quick!
John was very quick and helpful! We had a quick turnaround time and he ensured we received them on time and they were perfect! Thank you!
1 February 2023
Good Quality Bidding Paddles!
We were sent various types of bidding paddles to prove overall quality, were sent many different proofs for review, and ended up with good quality paddles for our live auction!
5 March 2023
Excellent customer service
Excellent customer service. We will not order our bid paddles from anyone else.
15 March 2023
The Team at Better Bidders Are Amazing
John and the team at Better Bidders are amazing - professional, responsive, and deliver quality work. We've been customers for many years and have never been disappointed.
15 February 2023
John was great help and offered support…
John was great help and offered support with tight deadlines. Defo recommend .
17 February 2023
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The place to go for auction paddles
Better Bidders has great customer service and quality products. It's so nice to work with a company where you can talk to a live person via email or phone when needed, in fact it's even encouraged by their help chat bot! Their auction paddles are top notch and would last forever if our guests didn't steal them. My only tip for new customers would be that their lead times are a bit longer than what they quote, but don't stress because they always deliver on time.
21 February 2023
Top Notch
Bid paddle quality and customer service by John Murphy is always top notch! Low cost plus quick turnaround time for proof and product.
13 January 2023
From start to finish prompt service
From start to finish prompt service, advice and constructive. They were always happy to help to get perfect outcomes
15 December 2022
Amazing personal service
Amazing personal service, great quality products, fair pricing and shipped on time. Would recommend this company to everyone.
1 November 2022
Better Bidders our first choice!
Better Bidders consistently provided our organization quality products in a timely manner. From first contact to last touch always the best. Highly recommend using Better Bidders for your auction paddle needs!
7 November 2022
Great service & product
John was helpful from the point of inquiry, sent samples per my request, and helped us iterate the design until it was just right. The paddles came out great and we're pleased with the final result.
28 October 2022
Quality and service is superb!
The interaction with John was great! He is very responsive and it made the process so much easier. This is not my first time ordering with Better Bidders. The quality is great. I ordered 3mm White Sintra PVC plastic auction paddles and each side had different full color artwork. Separate set up fees for each side. I would love to see a pre-determined shipping fee options when placing the order online. Overall, fast, accommodating and great quality!
12 October 2022
John at Better Bidders is fantastic!
John at Better Bidders was fantastic to work with! He was prompt in answering my questions and provides a fantastic product. My nonprofit will be using Better Bidders for life!
10 September 2022
John Murphy and Better Bidders are…AWESOME
John Murphy and Better Bidders are the ABSOLUTE Best! One of the easiest transactions I have had. John was professional and helpful every step of the way. Better Bidders will get all my business.
26 August 2022
I love the bid paddles from Better…
I love the bid paddles from Better Bidders!! Study plastic and very visible!
9 August 2022
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