Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals
In Deep Shift: Navigating Change, Loss, and Business Growth with Valerie Gangas
14 Aug 2025
Send us a message!This week, Alex & Annie sit down with Valerie Gangas, Founder & CEO of Juniper Holiday + Homes, for a conversation that blends business, design, and deep personal transformation.Valerie shares how Juniper began with a personal real estate portfolio and evolved into a thriving multi-market vacation rental management company operating in Michigan, Wisconsin, Florida, and Utah. From navigating the early days of property management without industry experience to creating beautifully designed homes that guests love, she reflects on the mindset and adaptability that fueled her growth.But Valerie’s story goes beyond entrepreneurship. Drawing from her background in hospitality, real estate development, and her work with the David Lynch Foundation and Oprah Winfrey Studios, she opens up about her journey through profound personal loss and how it inspired her two books, Enlightenment Is Sexy and In Deep Shift.In this episode, you’ll hear:How a pandemic pivot sparked the birth of Juniper Holiday + HomesWhy design and hospitality go hand in hand in creating guest loyaltyThe life lessons behind Valerie’s books, and the courage to live with vulnerabilityHow to notice and trust the “signs” that guide you toward the right opportunitiesWhy detachment from outcomes can lead to more meaningful successWhether you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone navigating your own turning point, Valerie’s story is a reminder that the paths we never planned often lead us to our most fulfilling chapters.Connect with Valerie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-gangas/ Website: https://www.juniperholidayandhome.com/ ✨ Exclusive Offer to Alex & Annie Listeners:Get a free market assessment from Track with 3 to 5 actionable insights tailored to your business. (valued at $400)You will meet one-on-one with an expert to help evaluate your market, identify opportunities, and build a strategy to help you stand out.👉 https://calendly.com/dstephens-tnsincGet a free Growth Hack Review and P&L Evaluation when you mention “Alex & Annie” during your discovery call with the Grand Welcome team:👉 https://calendly.com/michelle-marquis-grandwelcome/30min#vacationrentals #shorttermrentals #strinnovation
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