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Founder + CEO

Valerie Gangas is the founder and CEO of Juniper Holiday + Home, a premier vacation rental and property management company established in 2020. Drawing on a lifelong passion for hospitality rooted in her upbringing managing her family’s restaurant, Valerie has created a business dedicated to delivering extraordinary vacation experiences in FL, MI, MT, UT, and WI.

Valerie’s background includes a Master’s degree in Transpersonal Psychology and a Bachelor’s in Comparative Religious Studies and Women’s Studies, reflecting her commitment to empowering women and fostering authentic, fulfilling lives. She is also an author.


At Juniper Holiday + Home, Valerie leads a dynamic all-female team, embodying her belief in women’s empowerment and collaboration. Her vision continues to drive the company’s growth and reputation for excellence in the vacation rental industry.

Chief Operating Officer
SWMI Property Manager
Naples Property Manager
Housekeeping Manager
Finance Manager
General Manager
Dir. of Homeowner Relations
Human Resources Manager
Chief Financial Officer
Guest Services Manager
IT Project Manager