Deb and Ken Blue founded Blue Moon Estate Sales in 2009. With years of experience in both antiques and business management, this step into full-time entrepreneurship was an excellent opportunity in a very uncertain financial time. The Blues hit the ground running, and Blue Moon rapidly became the most active estate sale company in Raleigh, NC. Ken’s son, David Blue, joined in to help make the family’s entrepreneurial dream a reality.

They soon made plans to optimize their tried-and-true processes and built their business in the form of a reproducible and reliable franchise. This business model has enabled others to enter the estate sale industry and enjoy the many benefits of self-employment.

Our team of highly experienced professionals work hard to support our franchisees all across the country. Here are the Blue Moon team members who can help you discover personal fulfillment and professional success as a Blue Moon Estate sales franchisee:

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Bob

Lang

President

Bob is responsible for the strategic operations and growth of the Blue Moon Franchise Systems, and he’s passionate about helping Blue Moon franchisees achieve their entrepreneurship dreams. Bob is a Certified Franchise Executive and has 25 years of experience in franchise operations management, field support, finance, and business intelligence. He has worked with hundreds of franchisees at well-regarded national brands Pearle Vision, ProSource Wholesale Flooring, and BrightStar Care.

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Traci

Hanzalik

Franchise Business Consultant

Traci works one-on-one with franchisees to launch and grow their business. On coaching calls with franchisees, she answers questions and provides guidance on business, sales, marketing, operations, staffing, and other areas involved in the success of each location. Traci has worked in franchising for 25 years, and enjoys spending her spare time with family, visiting the beach, and exploring the beautiful outdoors.

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Jennifer

Wiedemann

Franchise Development Director

Jennifer is a Franchise Development Director at Blue Moon Estate Sales and has been in the franchising industry since 2015. She excels in cultivating meaningful relationships with potential franchisees to ensure they align with the Blue Moon Estate Sales family’s values and vision. Her commitment to fostering strong partnerships is matched only by her enthusiasm for helping the company grow. Outside of her professional life, Jennifer is an avid traveler with a passion for exploring diverse cuisines and dining experiences, and loves the excitement of live concerts.

Casey

Morris

Franchise Development Director

Casey has been involved in sales and business development since 2012 working with companies in a variety of industries, and for the last decade has specifically worked with franchise organizations. In addition to being a franchise development professional, Casey has held certifications in fitness and nutrition coaching, and has a passion for wellness and helping others achieve their goals. He was born and raised in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia, where he currently resides with his wife and their three children.

Jennifer

Burcham

Franchise Development Director

Jennifer is a seasoned Franchise Development Director with over 20 years of experience in franchise operations, training, and development. Throughout her career, she has helped countless individuals take control of their future through franchise ownership. Jennifer values authentic relationships and believes that trust, connection, and support are the foundation of long-term success. She lives on Cherokee Lake in Tennessee, where she enjoys spending time with friends and family. When she’s not helping others build their dreams, you’ll find her outdoors—hiking, kayaking, and boating with her adventurous husky, Athena and little dog sidekick, Rory.

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Kayla

Smith

Franchisee Trainer

As the Blue Moon trainer, Kayla is responsible for leading training sessions and continuing to evolve the training and Learning Management System. She leads the loyalty program in Marsello and is responsible for the onboarding of new owners. Kayla earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing with a minor in business analytics from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. In her free time, Kayla loves to watch the Carolina Hurricanes hockey team and spend time with her family, friends, and favorite dog Miller.

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Blue

Moon

Corporate Marketing Team

The Best Life Brands marketing team is made up of professionals focused on all aspects of B2B and B2C marketing for four brands, including Blue Moon Estate Sales, CarePatrol, Boost Home Healthcare, and ComForCare Home Care, as well as its counterpart At Your Side Home Care. The team handles franchise development marketing to recruit new owners, corporate level marketing to increase brand awareness and credibility across the nation, and marketing for current owners to increase brand awareness and business success at a local level. Franchisees can rely on the marketing team for both training and resources to communicate effectively to consumers, clients, referral partners, and other local community members. The marketing team is responsible for organic and paid efforts, including but not limited to: website development, search engine optimization, advertising and analytics, graphic design, social media, copywriting, print collateral, radio, podcasts, and video development.

Nick

Sell

Franchise Business Consultant

Nick was a lifelong entrepreneur. With a passion for seeing and helping others become successful, he now refers to it as being an intrapreneur. A BA in Marketing and an MBA in International Business led him to 17 years in franchising, 6 of which as a franchisee who built and sold 3 other businesses. Nick excels at connecting with people, helping them avoid pitfalls, and knowing how to help owners set and achieve goals. In his free time, he loves traveling to see and experience new places and guiding people on hikes with the Trail Thieves, a hiking group he co-founded.

Jake

Vinluan

Franchise Business Consultant

Jake is a passionate people person with a deep commitment to coaching others in achieving their dreams. With 13 years of experience in franchising, he excels in guiding individuals through various domains, including operations, sales, and marketing. His enthusiasm for empowering others is matched only by his love for spending quality time with his family. In his spare time, Jake enjoys reading the Bible and exploring new places through travel, human connection, and continually seeking inspiration from the world around him.

Brand power. A proven business system. In-depth training. A powerful technological platform. These elements are key to a successful business franchise, and Blue Moon has them in spades. We’re always looking for caring, energetic people to join us on our mission of helping people rehome belongings with care and respect – and we offer you lots of perks as a Blue Moon Estate Sales franchisee, including:

A flexible schedule
Complete market support
Low startup costs
Very low overhead

We have been proactive in defining our culture as a brand and formulating a clear direction for continually moving into a brighter future. Every decision we make is based on our five core values, and they are ingrained in everything we do as a service-oriented business and an industry-leading brand.

We practice integrity every day. Our goal is to provide the most honest and professional estate liquidation services in the country, complete with understandable systems, clear guidelines, and true transparency. Our goal is to set new industry standards.

As a brand, it is incredibly important to us to provide great service on a consistent basis. It is not only what we do but what we don’t do that matters. To continue leading the industry, we must take responsibility for our actions, hold ourselves accountable as business owners and act as brand ambassadors to customers and clients.

We ask that every franchise owner learns and embraces a growth mindset. It is important not only to improve as a business owner but to have a continued thirst for knowledge and improvement in everything you do. Growth comes from an inner desire and the continued action of learning and seeking experience.

Within our organization, effective communication is a must because there are multiple levels of the business that need to communicate with each other. Whether it is speaking with clients, customers, or fellow members of the community, clear and effective communication is key.

To quote Angela Duckworth: “Grit is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals. It is sticking with your future day in and day out –not just for the week or the month, but for years.” The services we provide to our community and the smiles on the faces of the people we serve motivate us to continue on through the best and worst days of the job.

Ready to Be Your Own Boss?

Ready to get started on your next chapter as a Blue Moon franchisee? Take your future to the moon and back with Blue Moon Estate Sales!