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April 3, 2024

The Future of Staffing in Vacation Rentals: An Interview with Rich Si…

In this episode, Alex & Annie welcome Rich Sippos, Head of Sales at Extenteam, to discuss how their dedicated remote staffing solutions can streamline vacation rental business. Rich shares valuable insights into Extenteam's p...

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April 1, 2024

1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Annie’s Next Big Leap, plus Spring Ha…

Welcome to our 1st of the month bonus episode. In this episode, Alex & Annie are not fooling around with April Fools' jokes; instead, they have significant announcements to share! Annie's New Role at NextPax Annie unveils her...

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March 27, 2024

Finding Courage in Adversity, with Lynell Gordon of Inhabit

In this episode, we welcome Lynell Gordon – vacation rental expert, partner at Inhabit, and host of "How We Grow: the vacation rental show." Lynell shares her powerful personal journey and how the practice of writing down go...

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March 20, 2024

Our 1st Celebrity Interview with World Renowned Speaker, Entrepreneur…

Welcome to "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals"! In this insightful episode, we sit down with powerhouse celebrity entrepreneur and personal development leader, David Meltzer. David reveals his profound journey ...

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March 13, 2024

The Battleground Baddies: CJ Stam, Travis Wilburn & Julie Byrd Weigh …

Get the inside scoop on the latest vacation rental technology trends! Alex & Annie are joined by DARM Battleground Baddies: Travis Wilburn, CJ Stam, and Julie Byrd to break down the groundbreaking innovations from this year's...

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March 6, 2024

The OG’s of the Panhandle: Lino Maldonado, Jim Olin, Paul Wohlford, a…

In this episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we embark on a fascinating journey into the vacation rental industry with a panel of seasoned experts known as the OGs of the Panhandle. Our guests, inc...

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March 1, 2024

1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Spring News, Updates & Insights from …

Join Alex & Annie with a cute participation of Chloe, newest furry member of the family, as they delve into the current vacation rental market trends. They share their insights on the fluctuating booking rates and the explosi...

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Feb. 28, 2024

3 Points for Hospitality Marketing: Alex & Jonathan Ruggles of Flip.to

In this episode, Alex had the opportunity to sit down with Jonathan Ruggles, the Director of Partnerships at Flip.to. They discuss three key points in hospitality marketing: building your digital presence on your own land, le...

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Feb. 21, 2024

From Vision to Triumph: Unpacking Hostfully's Growth Story with CEO, …

Join Alex, Annie, and special guest Margot Schmorak in this episode of "Alex & Annie, the real women of Vacation Rentals," as they explore the captivating journey of Hostfully over the past year and the crucial aspects of bui...

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Feb. 14, 2024

Real Women Talk Real Growth: A Conversation with Vered Schwarz, COO o…

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we sit down with Vered Schwarz, the President and COO of Guesty, to not only delve into Guesty's new offerings but also shine a spotlight on the vital rol...

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Feb. 7, 2024

Jen Ford’s Journey to Creating Work-Life Balance through Meaningful C…

In this episode of "Alex & Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex & Annie welcome back and dive deep into the extraordinary journey of Jen Ford, a trailblazer in the vacation rental industry. Join us as we un...

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Feb. 1, 2024

1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Alex’s Next Big Leap, featuring David…

In this engaging bonus episode of "Alex & Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex and Annie take you on a journey through their eventful month of January. From industry conferences to unexpected encounters, the...

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Jan. 31, 2024

Executive Spotlight: MMGY Global CEO Katie Briscoe Shares Insights fr…

In this insightful episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we had the pleasure of sitting down with Katie Briscoe, the CEO of MMGY Global. Katie, a seasoned destination marketing expert with a wealth ...

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Jan. 24, 2024

Building a Legacy of Hospitality: The Story of Mountain Laurel Chalet…

In this captivating episode of “Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we sit down with Tom Goodwin, a seasoned professional in the vacation rental industry, to explore his remarkable journey and the transformati...

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Jan. 17, 2024

LIVE from Panama City Beach: In The Trenches with Michael James as He…

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 welcome Michael, a seasoned vacation rental expert, to discuss his journey ...

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Jan. 10, 2024

Streamline Your Vacation Rental Turnover Process with Turno: An Inter…

Join Alex and Annie in this exciting episode of "Alex and Annie, The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," as they sit down with Assaf Karmon, the CEO and founder of Turno. Discover Assaf's journey from being an Airbnb host to cre...

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Jan. 3, 2024

Spotlight on Exceptional Property Managers: LIVE with 30A Beach Girls

In the latest episode of "Alex and Annie, the Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we’re in for a treat to an insightful conversation with the dynamic duo of 30A Beach Girls, Hollie and Lisa. Nestled in a stunning vacation home w...

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Jan. 1, 2024

1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Celebrating a Year of Growth and Look…

In this special first-of-the-month episode of 'Alex and Annie, the Real Women of Vacation Rentals,' hosts Alex and Annie take a nostalgic journey through 2023 and unveil exciting plans for the upcoming year. Book Announcement...

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Dec. 27, 2023

Navigating Mentorship and Industry Transitions in Vacation Rentals wi…

In this insightful episode, hosts Alex and Annie dive deep into the world of vacation rentals with a special guest, Sarah Bradford, co-host of Sarah and T Podcast, and former owner of two successful vacation rental companies ...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Holiday Bonus - Our Top Episode of 2023: How to Explain Changes in Re…

Join us for an exclusive throwback to our most viewed episode of the year with Ben Coleman - Founder of Rev & Research, Vanessa Humes - Director of Sales & Marketing at InterCoastal Net Designs and Lance Stitcher - Broker/Own...

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Dec. 13, 2023

Sell or Be Sold: Rebl Rentals Former CEO Reflects on Selling the Busi…

In this episode of Alex & Friends, Leslie Sonnier joins Alex for an in-person conversation set against the backdrop of Myrtle Beach. From a chance meeting three years ago in matching dresses at a conference, to reflecting on ...

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Dec. 6, 2023

Get Out of Your Own Way and Step into Your Power, with Amber Hurdle, …

In this empowering episode of "Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals", we're reunited with a dear friend and the very first podcast guest, Amber Hurdle, the CEO and founder of Employer Brand Central. Together, t...

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Dec. 1, 2023

1st of the Month Bonus Episode: Mark Simpson of Boostly Announces New…

In this captivating episode of "Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," we are thrilled to have Mark Simpson, the visionary founder of Boostly. Boostly is a game-changer for vacation rental hosts and managers, pr...

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Nov. 29, 2023

Bridging the Gap Between the STR World and Vacation Rentals with Stac…

🎙️ Today we're in for a treat as we chat with the fantastic Stacey St. John, a powerhouse in short-term rentals and a great friend of Alex and Annie. From crunching real estate numbers to running a buzzing property management...

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