LIVE AUCTIONEER
Tom Riles
After Tom Riles’ oldest daughter was born with a heart defect in 2010 (she’s healthy now), Tom began emceeing heart related charity events, which led to him becoming an auctioneer. Tom takes pride in entertaining audiences at benefits, as well as working closely with the charity to make sure the auction and fundraising is as successful as possible.
Tom Riles was the opening act for The Ellen DeGeneres Show for 17 years, in addition to American Idol, Dancing with the Stars and The Voice. Now Tom is a benefit auctioneer for many non-profits around the country including St. Jude, Make-A-Wish, and the American Heart Association. Tom is married with three kids and currently lives in Nashville.