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Nov. 11, 2024

Scaling Up in Italy: Behind the Scenes at Scale Italia 2024 with Alex & Annie

In our latest episode, Alex & Annie take you inside Scale Italia 2024, a premier event in the vacation rental industry held in the stunning city of Florence, Italy. We sat down with leading voices from across Europe and beyond to explore the lat…

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Oct. 21, 2024

Building a Global Vacation Rental Brand Through Franchising with Casiola CEO, Dennis Goedheid

In this week’s episode, we welcome back Dennis Goedheid, CEO and founder of Casiola Vacation Homes, to discuss his vision of building a global vacation rental brand. From franchising to regulatory advocacy, Dennis shares valuable insights into…

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Oct. 14, 2024

Insights from Ian Carter, Former CEO of Hilton International: How to Balance High-Tech with High-Touch

In this episode, we sit down with Ian Carter, the former CEO of Hilton International, to discuss his unique career journey, the future of hospitality, and how technology is reshaping the vacation rental industry. With an unconventional path that too…

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Sept. 30, 2024

Designing Unique Cabin Experiences: How Eric Moeller Blends Boutique Hospitality with Cabin Living

In the latest episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we sit down with Eric D. Moeller, founder of Freewyld, to discuss how his brand is changing the vacation rental landscape. Freewyld specializes in creating nature-inspire…

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Sept. 24, 2024

Mastering Owner Acquisition and Growth Strategies with Rentalz’ Larry Hoffer

In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Larry Hoffer, CEO of Rentalz, a company offering a suite of software and marketing solutions designed to help property managers, realtors, and travel professionals grow and streamline their…

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Sept. 24, 2024

Boom Launches the World’s 1st AiPMS, with CEO Shahar Goldboim

In a recent episode of The Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we had the pleasure of speaking with Shahar Goldboim, the CEO and Founder of Boom, who has just launched the world’s first AI-powered Property Management System (Ai…

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Sept. 8, 2024

Heather Bayer’s Trust-Based Blueprint for Vacation Rental Success

In this latest episode of Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we were thrilled to host the renowned Heather Bayer, a pioneer in the vacation rental industry. Heather has spent over two decades in the field, sharing her knowledge as a…

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July 7, 2024

Nocturne Villas: Raising the Bar in the Multi-Market Luxury Segment, with Scott Wiseman

In this episode of Alex & Annie, we had the pleasure of hosting Scott Wiseman, CEO of Nocturne Luxury Villas. Scott shared his incredible journey in the hospitality industry, the growth of Nocturne, and insights into managing a successful luxury…

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June 19, 2024

Is it Time to Sell Your Vacation Rental Business? With Jacobie Olin and Jason Sprenkle

In our latest podcast episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we had the pleasure of hosting two industry titans: Jason Sprenkle, CEO of Keydata, and Jacobie Olin, President of C2G Advisors. They shared their expertise on th…

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June 19, 2024

Regulations, Sustainable Scaling & Tech: Insights for Vacation Rental Operators - with Marcus Rader

On the latest episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we welcome back Marcus Rader, CEO of Hostaway, for his third appearance. As the leader of the largest software solution for vacation rental property managers, Marcus shar…

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June 10, 2024

Disrupting the Deals Landscape: Matt Renner's Entrepreneurial Leap from Corporate to Startup with PassPass

In the latest episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rental, we had the pleasure of hosting Matt Renner, the co-founder and CEO of PassPass. With a rich history in the vacation rental industry and a passion for supporting small busi…

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May 27, 2024

From the Beach to the Mountains: Meaghan Moylan’s Journey to The Outpost Group

In the fast-paced vacation rental industry, those who embrace an adventurous spirit and say "yes" to new opportunities can unlock remarkable growth. This mindset proved transformative for Megan Moylan, as she navigated the unique challenges and seiz…

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May 18, 2024

Balancing Tech and Human Touch: The Future of Guest Communication in the Hospitality Industry with SendSquared CEO, Nicolas Wegener

In this week's episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, Alex & Annie deep dive into the significance of personalized communication in the hospitality industry. Our guest, Nicolas Wegener, CEO and founder of SendSquared, s…

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April 30, 2024

Building an STR Empire in Non-Traditional Markets with Homehop founders, Nate Klatt and Dan Mitchen

In the recent episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex and Annie delve into an insightful conversation with Nate Klatt and Dan Mitchen, the dynamic duo behind HomeHop. This episode offers a deep dive into the ent…

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Feb. 16, 2024

Real Women Talk Real Growth: A Conversation with Vered Schwarz, COO of Guesty

Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," where hosts Alex & Annie sit down with Vered Schwarz, the President and COO of Guesty, to discuss the vacation rental industry, the growth of Guesty, and the future o…

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Feb. 8, 2024

Jen Ford's Journey to Work-Life Balance and Meaningful Work

This week, we're delighted to welcome back Jen Ford, a seasoned expert in the industry, for a candid conversation about her transformative journey over the past two years. Join us as we explore the lessons learned, the challenges overcome, and the m…

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Feb. 1, 2024

Embracing Change and Seizing Opportunities: The Journey of Alex & Annie

Welcome to our LinkedIn newsletter, where we delve into the latest episode of "Alex & Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals." In this special February 1st bonus episode, we explore the transformative decisions and insightful experiences that…

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Jan. 31, 2024

MMGY Global’s First Female CEO Shares Reflections on her Inaugural Year

This week, we sat down with Katie Briscoe, the CEO of MMGY Global, to discuss her background, the evolution of MMGY Global, and the challenges and joys of being a female leader in the travel industry.  The Importance of Vacation Rentals in the…

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Jan. 24, 2024

Distinguishing Your Vacation Rental Brand: Insights from Mountain Laurel Chalets

In this episode “Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals”, we had the pleasure of speaking with Tom Goodwin, CEO of Mountain Laurel Chalets, a well-known vacation rental company in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Tom shared his journey…

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Jan. 18, 2024

Elevating Travel: Michael's Journey to Creating Accessible Vacation Homes

Join Alex and Annie in this insightful episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," recorded live from Panama City Beach, as they dive into the inspiring journey of Michael, a seasoned vacation rental entrepreneur. In this episod…

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Jan. 10, 2024

Streamline Your Vacation Rental Turnover Process with Turno

  The vacation rental industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, with platforms like Airbnb making it easier for homeowners to rent out their properties to travelers. However, one of the biggest challenges for hosts is managi…

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Jan. 7, 2024

Unleashing the Power of Personalized Vacation Rentals with 30A Beach Girls

This week, we’re in for a treat to an insightful conversation with the dynamic duo of 30A Beach Girls, Hollie and Lisa to discuss about the power of Personalized Vacation Rentals. Nestled in a stunning vacation home with the aroma of a chef's …

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Sept. 27, 2023

Exploring New Air Sensor Technology with the CMO of WYND, Dora Du

In this episode, Alex and Annie are joined by Dora Du, CMO of WYND - venture-backed startup that has built proprietary sensor technology that helps homeowners know what’s going on in their properties. Their first use case is a product line tha…

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Sept. 20, 2023

Simon Says: The Airbnb Bubble has BURST

On the August 1st of the Month Bonus Episode, Alex & Annie welcome the return of Simon Lehmann - CEO and Co-Founder of AJL Atelier, a boutique consultancy that specializes in the international private accommodation and vacation rental industry. …

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