BOULDER COUNTY NANCY BLANCHARD PROOF
NANCY BLANCHARD
From Corporate Burnout to Blazing A New Business
Real Estate Lit A Real Spark!
Ifyou’veevermetNancyBlanchard,you knowshe’snotthetypetositstill.She’s livedinMinnesota,Wisconsin,Illinois, Florida,Colorado,andevenBrussels, Belgium.She’sraisedtwokids,wrangled corporateboardrooms,traveledthe world,andnavigatedsomeoflife’smost tryingtransitions.Butaskhertoday whattrulylightsherup,andtheanswer issimple:helpingpeoplefindtheir dreamhome.
NancyisnowaBrokerAssociateand REALTOR®withSlifer,Smithand Frampton,butshedidn’tgetherethe easyway.Herfirstcareer—25years incorporatemarketing—wasbrutal. Longhours,endlesstravel,andalackof gratitudeworeherdown.“Mycorporate jobalmostkilledme,”sheadmits.The grindchewedherupandgavenothing back.Thinkboardrooms,demanding deadlines,andplentyofpaperwork.
Shewasconstantlytraveling,managing teams,puttingoutfires,andsacrificing
family time just to hit another meaningless quarterly goal. Fulfillment was nonexistent. But Nancy has never been the type to sit quietly in a box someone else built for her. She was meant for more.
Buried in that chaos was a spark. While leading marketing for McStain Neighborhoods during the 2008 housing downturn, Nancy felt something shift. Even in crisis, she loved the housing world.
“Working as the head of marketing cemented my love for the industry,” she explains.
Real estate tapped into a part of her that corporate life never touched. She kept hearing the same inner voice: “You need to be back in real estate.”
So, in 2020, just before the pandemic shut down the world, Nancy heeded that quiet voice. She made the leap to real
estate. She walked away from corporate “security,” earned her license, and began rewriting her future. After all, life is too short to roll the dice on happiness.
Meaningful Moments
From her very first transaction, Nancy knew she’d found her calling. “My first transaction was with new homebuyers in Colorado,” she recalls fondly. “I couldn’t come to the closing table with them because they wanted as few people as possible in the room. So I brought them a gift and champagne at their property.”
What happened next caught her off guard. “They were crying,” she points out. “They were so happy and appreciative of my help with the process. It wasn’t even their first home, just their first home in Colorado.” That moment ignited a spark for her and a fire in her soul. She knew without hesitation or reservation that she had made the right choice.
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“Having so much happiness in one moment was such a beautiful feeling,” she gushes. “I’ve never had that in the corporate world - ever.”
Or take the example of the elderly gentleman. After losing his beloved wife of many years, he mustered up the courage to sell his home. “He was the loveliest man,” says Nancy. “So thoughtful. Very appreciative.” However, he was nervous. It’s a good thing Nancy was his agent. She went above and beyond to help him.
“I met contractors at the house for him, made lists for him, and scheduled appointments,” she shares. Downsizing wasn’t easy, but Nancy made it easier. “I was honored that he chose me to help him,” she smiles. “He was such a humble and grateful person.” The gratitude made real estate rewarding, a stark contrast to the corporate grind, where work was “expected” rather than appreciated. But a heartfelt thank-you and words of appreciation make all the difference in the world.
Simply put, Nancy has a knack for being more than a REALTOR®. Don’t let the title fool you. Sometimes she’s a coach, sometimes a personal assistant, but always a trusted advocate. “I’ve been the rock in stressful situations my whole life,” she says. “I don’t get riled up. My clients can lean on me, no matter what.”
Beyond the Sale
Nancy’s impact doesn’t stop when the ink dries. She serves as a Director on the BOLO Board, where policy and advocacy shape Colorado’s real estate future. And her service extends far beyond housing. As a former board member of Mother House (now Haven), she supported women escaping abuse. Helping mothers reclaim safety, independence, and hope is nothing short of priceless.
When not working, Nancy treasures time with her family. At home, Nancy and her husband Dana have two children. Anna, 22, is a recent University of Utah graduate and aspiring outdoor rescuer. “I have all the admiration in
HAVING SO MUCH HAPPINESS IN ONE MOMENT WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL FEELING. I’VE NEVER HAD THAT IN THE CORPORATE WORLD - EVER.
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theworldforher.She’sarealgo-getter,” saysNancy.(Shemustfollowinher mother’sfootsteps.)
Jackson,20,iscarvinghisownpathafter highschool,takingayearofftofigure outhisfuture.“Ihavegreatrespectfor that,”saysNancy.
Theirhouseholdwouldnotbecomplete withoutMilo,thefamilydog,whokeeps everyoneentertained.“Welovehim todeath,”shesays.Inthepast,they’ve hadcats,dogs,andlizards.“We’ve alwayshadapet.”Lifeissweeterwitha four-leggedfriend.
AsforNancy,her“happyplace”is outdoors.Whetherhikingtrailshere inColorado,snorkelingintheocean withherhusband,orgolfingwithher women’sleague,beingoutsidefuelsher soul.She’salsoahistorybuff,fascinated byEuropeancastlesanddailylifein centuriespast.Andwhenshe’snot adventuring?She’sinthekitchencooking withveggiesfromhergarden,hosting friends,orknittingherlatestproject. “Yarnmakesmehappy,”shelaughs,
“especiallygoingintoyarnshopsand seeingallofthecolorsandtextures.”
The Nancy Difference
Attheendoftheday,Nancyismore thanarealestateprofessional.She’sa traveler,aMom,ahistorylover,ahiker, acook,andaboveall,asteadyguide forherclients.Whetherit’srakingyour leavesbeforeashowing,walkingyou througha22-pageColoradocontract, orsimplybeingthecalmpresenceyou need,Nancydeliverswitheverydetail.
Shegenuinelyloveswhatshedoes,as evidentbythesmileonherface,the lightinhereyes,andthejoyinher heart.Goodbye,boardroom.Hello, closingtable!Shetradeddeadlinesfor dreamhomesandcouldn’tbehappier doingwhatsheloves.
Nancy Blanchard Broker Associate, Realtor® Director,BOLO
SliferFrontRange nblanchard@sliferfrontrange.com m:303.517.2925
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