Margot Lee Schmorak
CEO and Co-Founder Hostfully
Margot Schmorak is CEO and co-founder of Hostfully, a software platform for short-term and vacation rental managers founded in 2016. Margot was formerly at Apple where she launched the iPhone Developer Program in 2008, and she served as head of marketing for a $250 million business unit at ServiceSource. Margot is also a mom of three young kids and married to Ari Schmorak. She sings in an a cappella group, writes songs, and volunteers for DEI initiatives in the vacation rental industry and in her kids’ schools. She also loves mentoring other founders—especially women and people of color.
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Feb. 21, 2024
From Vision to Triumph: Unpacking Hostfully's Growth Story with CEO, Margot Schmorak
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 building a supportive community for women in the vacation rental industry. Listen as Margot shares her experiences in a powerful group, emphasizing the importance of mutual support, advice-sharing, and mentorship for women navigating both personal and professional challenges. ...
Guest: Margot Lee Schmorak
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June 8, 2022
An Authentic Approach to Raising VC Funding, with Hostfully CEO Margot Schmorak
Fresh off a major announcement that Hostfully successfully raised $4M in funding, Margot is part of only 2% of venture funded companies led by female founders. Margot credits her success to her ability to lead with transparency and authenticity that is rarely seen in the VC world. Mom of 3 beautiful children, she talks to us about how she balances a very busy work and home life and the challenges this has created along the way of building Hostfully into one of the most successful property manage...
Guest: Margot Lee Schmorak