Meet Jesse Strait

Benefit auctioneer, emcee, event announcer, voice-over professional, and ordained wedding officiant.

Built for the Stage. Rooted in Arizona.

Jesse Strait is the founder of Strait Auctions LLC and a Phoenix-area benefit auctioneer, emcee, event announcer, and voice-over professional.


Raised in rural Colorado and now based in Buckeye, Arizona, Jesse brings agricultural roots, a practical approach, and a strong commitment to community to every event. He knows how to work a crowd, keep a program on schedule, and create the kind of energy that helps guests stay engaged and generous.


A graduate of Western College of Auctioneering, Jesse holds the National Auctioneers Association’s Benefit Auction Specialist (BAS) designation and has completed Jenelle Taylor’s “Bootcamp for Benefit Auctioneers.” He brings that specialized training to his work helping organizations plan and deliver engaging fundraising auctions.


A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Jesse brings discipline, preparation, and dependability to every event he supports. From benefit auctions and galas to rodeos, livestock shows, weddings, and community gatherings, his goal is simple: help people create events worth remembering.

What Sets Jesse Apart

  • Veteran-owned Arizona business
  • Rural and agricultural roots
  • Live auction and community event experience
  • Benefit auction and fundraising focus
  • Emcee, announcer, and voice-over capabilities
  • Ordained wedding officiant
  • Available throughout Phoenix and statewide Arizona

Let’s Talk About Your Event

Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, wedding, rodeo, livestock show, or community event, Jesse is ready to help bring energy and organization to the microphone.