Get to Know Our Team – Gabe Abshire, Move Concierge Founder & CEO

December 13, 2024 Uncategorized

Let’s dive into Gabe Abshire’s story and get to know the man behind Move Concierge.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all the little details when moving? Gabe’s been there, and he’s made it his mission to take the stress out of your moving experience.

The Birth of Move Concierge

Picture this: You’re about to move, and your mind is racing with questions.

“Who’s got the best internet in my new neighborhood?”

“Which utility providers do I need to switch to?”

“I should look into home security, but which one?”

Sound familiar? These are the exact headaches Gabe set out to solve with an idea he had twenty years ago. He was knee-deep in the satellite TV installation business, constantly dealing with time-consuming hassles on both sides of what should be a simpler setup. Gabe’s entrepreneurial spirit kicked in. He saw an opportunity to help people with their pesky but all-important moving-related tasks, and a few years later in 2009, he founded a company to do just that.

The Secret Sauce: Customer Experience & Talent

Gabe’s vision for Move Concierge (formerly Utility Concierge) has always been about delivering mind-blowing experiences for everyone we work with — from clients to partners alike. The average American moves about 12 times in their life, and Gabe knew he could make those moves easier. By bringing together the right talent with a focus on customer experience, he set out to transform the industry landscape for movers as well as for the real estate professionals who support them. Move Concierge’s dedicated and talented team brings his vision to life each day to “Set up Your Home Services in a Snap”.  

Personal Side: A Man on the Move

Gabe isn’t one to sit still. Whether it’s traveling with his family or pushing his business to new heights, he’s always looking for the next adventure. It was actually a family trip to Italy last year that sparked a whole new vision for Move Concierge.

During that trip, Gabe read the book “10x is Easier Than 2x”, by strategic coach Dan Sullivan and organizational psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy. He was struck by their ideas about establishing “breakthrough goals” instead of incremental ones, and it elevated his perspective. Sometimes we all we feel threatened by challenges, limiting our sense of what’s possible. But when we can imagine our way beyond those limitations, we envision futures we might not have even considered before. This in turn allows us to strategize how to achieve them, and commit to big ideas that no longer seem so impossible. Gabe took the 10x mindset to heart and it unlocked his imagination yet again.

Returning from his trip, he realized he was ready for that next big leap. With only a fraction of moving households currently using their services, he saw potential for massive growth. Reimagining Move Concierge’s mission to help movers nationwide, Gabe sharpened his aim to define a new standard in the home service setup landscape. He started making bold moves for the business: a new name and rebrand to reflect the broader vision, an expanded leadership team, new priorities around lead diversification, and a vision to build advanced technology solutions and new product offerings.

The Personal Side

Gabe’s wife Veronica, kids Andrew and Renee, and their Boykin Spaniel, Bruno, are at the heart of everything he does.

When he’s not revolutionizing the moving industry, you might find him spending time with his family and seeking new adventures together. He also enjoys golfing, hunting and snow skiing.

What’s Next?

Gabe’s new strategy is on the move and ready to transform your moving experience with one simple, stress-free call.

So next time you’re facing a move, think of Gabe and the stellar team at Move Concierge. We’re here for more than just setting up your home services — we’re in the business of delivering transformative, mind-blowing experiences. And who couldn’t use more of that?