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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

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New York City, NY

Starts at $500

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Overview

Joe is a skilled Emcee / Host & Auctioneer for both live & taped productions w/ over 15+ years of experience. His training & skills in improv coupled w/ professional training in live event hosting make him a great addition to any event. Public & private corporate & entertainment events large (1, 000+) and small (30+) have utilized Joe for such brands as Hennessy, Adobe, Lexus, Bayer, Samsung, Meta, Netflix, ESPN, Tiffany, NYSE et al. Joe has helped bring to life fundraisers, auctions, weddings, bat mitzvahs, sweet 16s, & numerous holiday parties throughout his career. Energy, Fun & Professionalism is what you can always expect & is why his clients constantly come back to him year after year!


Reviews

38 reviews

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Lanelle G.

May 4, 2025
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Smashing Success!

Thank you so much, Joe, for doing such an outstanding job as our emcee and auctioneer at our annual fundraising event. You kept things moving, you made them interesting, and you helped us raise money we probably would not have gotten without you. We will definitely keep you in mind for future events and we are happy to recommend you to anyone seeking a referral. Again, our deepest thanks.

Hired as: Auctioneer, Emcee

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

Thank you Lanelle! And thank you for all you do in your local community and with your organization. It was a pleasure being your Emcee & Auctioneer! 🙏🏻


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Michelle J.

March 17, 2025
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Great emcee and auctioneer

Joe did an amazing job at our gala over the weekend! Our live auction proceeds doubled from last year and he was very effective in reading the room and connecting with our guests.

Hired as: Auctioneer, Emcee

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

Thanks for the kind review Michelle. Such a fantastic evening celebrating your organization. I'm extremely thankful to have been invited to Emcee and be your Auctioneer for the gala. I sincerely look forward to getting involved again in the future!


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Rod C.

March 16, 2025
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Excellent Auctioneer/Host!

Joe did an excellent job running the auction for our school fundraiser. He created a fun atmosphere, got a good sense of the crowd, and ran an auction that raised as much money as possible for our school. I would gladly recommend Joe's services to anyone looking for a host/emcee/auctioneer. Thanks Joe!

Hired as: Auctioneer

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

Thank you so much Rod! It was truly a pleasure being your auctioneer for the fundraiser. Such a fun crowd and night!


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Lorraine

September 27, 2026
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Best MC

Joe was professional, friendly and kept out guests entertained throughout the day! Highly recommend his services, we will definitely be booking again.

Hired as: Emcee

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

Thank you so much Lorraine, I had so much fun Emceeing your event and I sincerely look forward to another future opportunity to work with you! 🙏


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Rafael M.

October 21, 2026

Absolute smash hit.

This was the first time we had Joe as an emcee/host/auctioneer - and it won't be the last! So impressive, sharp, warm, and could really work the crowd. We had one art piece go for $16k, which was a record for us, and I believe a big part of it, was Joe's ability to "work the crowd" and feel into the audience in a way that was both effective, but authentic. Lots of auctioneers can come off as "cheesy" or "hard pressing." He was neither - he was "just right" and I would highly recommend Joe.

Hired as: Auctioneer, Emcee

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Joe Cummings - Best Emcee / Host & Auctioneer

Thank you so much for the kind words Rafael! But most importantly thank you for all you do to support the incredible youth in the local community!! 🙏 Can't wait to work with you again.

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $500

Languages: English

Gig length: 10 - 9000 minutes

Insurance: $500,000 - Liability through Mercury

What to expect

Professionalism and fun. In short Joe is a joy to work with.

"I have worked with Joe Cummings in a variety of circumstances and venues for a number of years. His presentational skills are excellent. He is a convincing, believable presenter who speaks with authority, thinks fast on his feet, has a refreshing sense of humor and genuinely likes what he does -- and it shows. He's approachable, a team player, even-tempered, clean-cut and his evident "Midwestern values" would enhance any company he is associated with. In short, an ideal host."
“Do not let Joe know this, but all the guys think he's cool and all the women think he's sexy [and possibly a few guys, too].”
Scott Powers - President as well as Producer, Casting Director, Teacher
Scott Powers Studios, Inc.

"Joe was an absolute pleasure to work with on our huge First Data IPO activation at the New York Stock Exchange. It would not have been executed properly without his leadership, insight and support."
Ryan J Meyer - Account Manager
ShiftgigX, LLC

"Joe continually offers creative logistical suggestions and provides a solution focused team member when working with us. We love to hire Joe and he is requested time and time again by our clients. His ease to work with, professionalism and undeniable talent are continually appreciated."
Ryan Doran - Managing Creative Partner
Turkois

"Joe continues to be one of our main go-to, reliable guys."
Jacquelyn Willard - President
Matrix Pro Staffing

"Joe walks on water!"
Lucas Mendieta - CEO & Co-Founder
The Cutting Edge Elite, Inc.

"Joe? I only have great things to say!"
Michael Krivicka - Co-Founder
Thinkmodo, Inc.

"Joe has always been very valuable on his events. If we know it may be a challenge big or small, we call Joe because he can make it happen; while most importantly keeping our clients happy."
Keaton Williams - Staffing/Accounts Manager
KG Fare Events

About

Joe Cummings is a skilled Emcee / Host and Auctioneer for both live and taped productions with over 15+ years of experience. His training and skills in improv coupled with professional instruction by Leila Sbitani (seen hosting on E!, Style, WE, ION Television, Metro TV, Oxygen, and TV Land) make him a great addition to any event. Public and private corporate & entertainment events both large (1,000+) and small (100+) have utilized Joe for such brands as Hennessy, Sears, Outdoor Life, Lexus, Bayer, Samsung, Inman News, Safilo, ESPN, Tiffany, NYSE and more. One of Joe’s most recent jobs was a 13 week run as a live host and emcee for a cash give away game show at Mohegan Sun Casino in CT. He was the lead host and worked with a DJ to put on a fantastic show. Audiences ranged from 100 to over 300 people. Duties included constantly engaging the audience with brand talking points and sound bites, announcing contestants and prizes, conducting fun interviews, trivia questions as well as making the contestants so and visual fully immersive 1 man live show interacting with groups of guests between 30-100. The SPiN NY ping pong nightclub in NYC also employed Joe weekly as their MC for their “Dirty Dozen” tournament. He is in charge of announcing and introducing each pro tournament match as well as running contests and games throughout the evening to keep the crowd energized and entertained. He has also run many large Family Fued style game shows and team building and charity events for corporations both large and small. Joe has also been seen on national commercial campaigns as a host and spokesman as well as many in-house industrial and training videos (Dick’s Sporting Goods, Sir La Table, Green Pan, Luden’s, Cellular One, Verizon, Canon, Old Navy). Joe is currently a resident Product Specialist Host for the Lexus corporation and routinely travels throughout the country giving presentations on their newest luxury vehicles. With a solid background in improv, comedy plays/musicals and commercials Joe is very adept at thinking on his feet, working off the cuff as well as with a script to engage audiences in a fun and comedic manner. Joe’s charisma, attention to detail, ease to work with and unwavering professionalism are what keep him getting requested time and time again by his many loyal clients.

Additional booking notes

Very experienced with all types of microphones as well as teleprompter and ear prompter. As an Emcee I am typically linked up to the main audio of the venue, however I can also source my own equipment and I have a select list of excellent DJs I work with that I can bring along as well.

Setup requirements

As an Emcee I am typically linked up to the main audio of the venue, however I can absolutely source my own equipment if needed or bring along one of the select DJs I work with.