Meet our Durango Property Management Team
Janet O’Bannon – Employing Broker/Owner
Vacation Rentals & Homeowner Associations
With over 27 years of residency in Colorado, I bring deep local knowledge and a strong commitment to our community. After earning my degree from Adams State University, I relocated to Durango, where I’ve built both my career and my family.
Before obtaining my Broker’s license, I spent more than two decades in the legal field, beginning with the 6th Judicial District Attorney’s Office and later working with several prominent law firms. This background provided a solid foundation in attention to detail, negotiation, and client service—skills that seamlessly transitioned into property management and business ownership.
As a long-time Durango resident, I feel incredibly fortunate to raise our two children in such a vibrant and active community. My husband and I enjoy taking full advantage of everything this area offers, including camping, ATV riding, golfing, and playing pickleball.
Dawn Wright – Broker
Long Term Rentals
I grew up in Boulder, Colorado and graduated from Boulder High School. I grew up around the property management business and got my start as a young girl mowing lawns and cleaning out units. By high school I had moved up to filing and answering phones. I moved to Durango to attend Fort Lewis College and enjoyed the community so much that I decided to stick around.
I am married with three children which I adore and spend as much time with them as possible although two are out of the house and on their own. I spend much of my time at football games, baseball games and hockey games. In addition to sports we also enjoy camping and spending time together.
My husband, Bubba, and I are also involved with the youth football and baseball programs.
Trent Gustafson – Broker
Homeowner Associations
Having joined the Durango Property Management team in 2021, my career has been in construction management, real estate development and residential lending. This path has allowed me to enjoy living in Texas, Nevada and Colorado. My undergraduate years were at Texas A&M University and my graduate degree is from the University of Colorado at Boulder. My wife and I are originally from Houston. We live in Durango with our two children, where we enjoy seeking out new and fun, family activities. In my selfish time I enjoy tennis, trail running and college football Saturdays.
Kenda Mason
Maintenance Work Orders
I started working with Durango Property Management in March of 2021. Prior to moving to La Plata County, I spent 30 years gathering managerial and customer service experience. My extensive experience of excellent customer service, my listening skills, and my commitment to getting tasks completed is important for our clients. Whether you are looking for assistance with maintenance needs, a vacation rental, or finding a long-term place to live, I am here to help you at Durango Property Management. I moved to the Durango area with my husband, Jeff and our two sons in 2015. I enjoy traveling to just about anywhere, kayaking, crafting, good coffee, and good friends.
Val Mattison
Homeowner Associations
My family and I moved from Denver, CO to Durango when I was 9 years old. Growing up in the Animas Valley I was privileged to see herds of elk and deer every day on the bus ride to and from school. I have watched our lovely community grow and thrive in so many interesting ways, one of which is property development, which always intrigued me. My background is in the Fire Service, working with the local fire department for over 20 years. This allowed me to interact with the community on various levels. I have three wonderful grown children and four very active grandchildren. I am lucky to have them all live locally, spending as much time as we can as a family, enjoying our beautiful surroundings and all it has to offer.
Kat Gianesin
Office Coordinator
My name is Kat Gianesin, I grew up in Ventura, CA and landed in Laguna Beach, CA till I found my home here in Durango, CO. Thrilled to have joined the Durango Property Management Team, I will aim to answer, solve, and explain any question you may have, just try me! Raising two boys, 4 wheeling, camping, floating the river and enjoying this amazing town keeps me very busy! Happy to serve your needs with a smile, just ask!