Alex & Annie Vacation Rental Podcast
Implementing EOS to Enhance Efficiencies, with Matt Durrette
Leadership OTAs / Distribution Spotlight On Exceptional Property Managers Property Management

Implementing EOS to Enhance Efficiencies, with Matt Durrette

April 26, 2023

Here’s an episode you won’t want to miss: We talk to Matt Durrette, Founder and CEO of Cozi Vacation Rentals, about their journey to success. Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country in Fredericksburg, Cozi is a premier 2…

Human Capital is the Most Important Capital, with Steve Trover, CEO of Better Talent
Leadership Employees & Hiring

Human Capital is the Most Important Capital, with Steve Trover, CEO of Better Talent

March 8, 2023

In today’s episode, Alex and Annie sit down with Steve Trover, the Founder, and CEO of Better Talent. Knowing a person makes connecting their talents with the right jobs easier. Interestingly, Steve is also the one who broug…

Guest: Steve Trove
You Can Only Be a Local in One Place, with Casago CEO Steve Schwab
Leadership Mentorship Marketing Software

You Can Only Be a Local in One Place, with Casago CEO Steve Schwab

Feb. 8, 2023

Principles, Values and Culture are the Foundation of a Successful Company In today’s episode, Alex and Annie welcome Steve Schwab , CEO of Casago . He shares his unintentional entry into the vacation rental industry and how …

Guest: Steve Schwab
Leading through Authenticity and Vulnerability, with Alex Zemianek CEO of JZ Vacation Rentals
Leadership Mentorship Destination Marketing

Leading through Authenticity and Vulnerability, with Alex Zemianek CEO of JZ Vacation Rentals

Jan. 25, 2023

THE KEY TO A GREAT TEAM IS AUTHENTICITY In today’s episode, Alex and Annie welcome Alex Zemianek, the Founder and CEO of JZ Vacation Rentals. He shares how trial after trial left him broke and almost broken. However, whe…

Behind the Success of Every Small Business is a Family, with Lauren Madewell
Leadership Marketing AirBnB

Behind the Success of Every Small Business is a Family, with Lauren Madewell

Nov. 23, 2022

Lauren Madewell joins us today to share the story of her family's business, Auntie Belham's Cabin Rentals. The company is ran by Lauren and her sister Mallory, along with their Dad, John Madewell, who fell into vacation rent…

Celebrating One Year Anniversary of Alex & Annie Podcast: Episode 1, The A-HA Moment
Leadership

Celebrating One Year Anniversary of Alex & Annie Podcast: Episode 1, The A-HA Moment

Nov. 2, 2022

Flash back! On November 2, 2021, we launched the Alex & Annie Podcast with our 1st episode, The A-HA Moment. As we reflect on the past year and so many incredible memories, we thought it was fitting to revisit this episode. …

Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom, with Andrew McConnell
Leadership Mentorship Revenue Management

Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom, with Andrew McConnell

Oct. 19, 2022

Andrew McConnell joins us today for look behind his new book, Get Out of My Head: Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom. Known in the vacation rental world for his role as CEO of Rented, Inc., Andrew shares the most expe…

Behind the Scenes of Women in Travel Thrive, with Silvia Camarota and Rachel Humphrey
Leadership Mentorship

Behind the Scenes of Women in Travel Thrive, with Silvia Camarota and Rachel Humphrey

June 22, 2022

We are honored to be joined by two of the most inspirational female leaders in travel, Silvia Camarota and Rachel Humphrey, as they share a behind-the-scenes look at the networking & mentorship organization Women in Travel T…

How Planting Seeds Turns into ROL (Return on Luck), with Hostaway CEO Marcus Räder
Leadership OTAs / Distribution Software

How Planting Seeds Turns into ROL (Return on Luck), with Hostaway CEO Marcus Räder

May 25, 2022

In this insightful and candid interview with Hostaway CEO, Marcus Räder takes us on an eye-opening journey of what companies really learn as they attempt to grow with investment capital. Marcus joins us today as another memb…

Guest: Marcus Rader
Finding Her Identity Under the Arches, with McDonald's Tracy Johnstone
Leadership Mentorship

Finding Her Identity Under the Arches, with McDonald's Tracy Johnstone

May 18, 2022

Tracy Johnstone is one of those leaders who if you are lucky enough to encounter on your career journey, will aspire you to become so much more than you ever thought possible. As a female who rose to the top of the ranks of …

Leadership is a Mindset, with Ali Cammelletti
Leadership Mentorship

Leadership is a Mindset, with Ali Cammelletti

April 6, 2022

Ali Cammelletti joins us today to discuss all things related to leadership and resilience in the workplace. Ali has more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including several years with Navis where she w…

Fishing for Growth: Entrepreneurship, Networking & NFTs with Greg Fisher
Leadership OTAs / Distribution Marketing Employees & Hiring

Fishing for Growth: Entrepreneurship, Networking & NFTs with Greg Fisher

March 31, 2022

As one of Greg Fisher’s partners recently said, “There’s a difference between an Owner and a Founder; and Greg is a Founder.” Greg joins us today to share his entrepreneurial journey and how he grew TripShock into one of the…

Guest: Greg Fisher
Applying a Growth Mindset to Career Opportunities with Jen Ford, former Chief Commercial Officer & CFO of TurnKey
Leadership Consolidation, Mergers & Acquisitions

Applying a Growth Mindset to Career Opportunities with Jen Ford, former Chief Commercial Officer & CFO of TurnKey

March 23, 2022

Tune in to this inspiring episode as Jen Ford shares highlights of an impressive career and the pivotal decisions that helped her build confidence, discover her passions and ultimately, lay a solid runway for future growth o…

Guest: Jen Ford
Raising the Bar for Women in Tech, with Guesty President/COO Vered Raviv Schwarz
Leadership Mentorship Software

Raising the Bar for Women in Tech, with Guesty President/COO Vered Raviv Schwarz

Feb. 16, 2022

In today’s episode we are joined with Vered Raviv Schwarz, President/COO of the property management platform Guesty. We had the pleasure of meeting Vered at the Women’s Conference at the end of 2021, and got to listen to her…

Puttin' On The Ritz: Vacation Rental Women's Summit Review
Leadership OTAs / Distribution Conferences & Events

Puttin' On The Ritz: Vacation Rental Women's Summit Review

Dec. 15, 2021

On today's episode we share highlights of an amazing week at the Vacation Rental Women's Summit (VRWS) at The Ritz Carlton in New Orleans. This event was top-notch on every level, and the collaborative atmosphere among atten…