Videos

Sept. 3, 2025

New Episode with Adrienne Clark and Caleb Yaryan of Xplorie

What turns a good stay into a great one? For many guests, it’s the experiences they discover along the way. In this week's episode, we’re joined by Adrienne Clark (President & COO) and Caleb Yaryan (Chief Product Officer) of Xplorie to talk about how curated activities help property managers enhance…

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Sept. 3, 2025

How Xplorie Helps Elevate the Guest Experience Through Local Activities

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Adrienne Clark (President & COO) and Caleb Yaryan (Chief Product Officer) of Xplorie, a trusted partner for vacation rental operators looking to enhance guest satisfaction while gaining a competitive edge. For nearly 30 years, Xplorie has been connecting lodging providers with local attractions…

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Sept. 1, 2025

🚨 September First of the Month Bonus Episode is LIVE!

September kicks off with fresh energy and two exciting updates from inside the vacation rental world. 🎉 Annie Holcombe shares a major milestone! She’s officially launched Annie & Co. Solutions, a consulting business focused on helping property managers, vendors, and independents grow with clarity and confidence. After decades of leading…

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Sept. 1, 2025

1st of the Month Bonus: Annie’s Big Leap, Plus Tyann’s 2026 World Cup STR Plan

In this special first-of-the-month bonus episode, Alex & Annie sit down with longtime friend and industry leader Tyann Marcink to talk about a timely and much-needed initiative to support host education. Tyann shares how she’s leading an effort to prepare short-term rental operators ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup,…

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Aug. 31, 2025

Reserve Now, Pay Later: Why Hosts Are Upset About This Airbnb Change

Airbnb recently introduced a "Reserve Now, Pay Later" policy. For guests, it means flexibility. They can book without paying upfront and cancel up to just days before arrival without penalty. But for property managers, it means greater uncertainty. A canceled booking just days out can lead to lost revenue, unfilled…

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Aug. 27, 2025

New Episode with Dennis Schaal, Founding Editor of Skift

Airbnb’s evolving policies have become one of the most pressing conversations in vacation rentals today - sparking questions, frustrations, and new realities for property managers across the industry. In this episode, we welcome Dennis Schaal, Founding Editor at Skift, to discuss what these changes mean for property managers and the…

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Aug. 27, 2025

The Impact of Airbnb Policy Changes, with Dennis Schaal of Skift

Airbnb’s evolving policies have become one of the most pressing conversations in vacation rentals today - sparking questions, frustrations, and new realities for property managers across the industry. In this episode, Alex and Annie welcome Dennis Schaal, Founding Editor at Skift, to discusswhat these changes mean for property managers and…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Why Rejection Could Mean Redirection

Most people treat rejection like a dead end. ❌ But in our latest episode, Alex Husner shares a mindset shift she learned from renowned entrepreneur and speaker David Meltzer — that rejection can mean you're being protected and promoted. Sometimes it’s a signal to pause. Other times it’s a sign…

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Aug. 23, 2025

Why Imposter Syndrome Can Be a Sign of Growth

If you’re feeling like an imposter right now… It might be the clearest sign you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. In our latest episode, Michelle Marquis challenges the idea that self-doubt is something to overcome. Instead, she shows how it can be a sign that you’re growing. Rather than…

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Aug. 20, 2025

The Bossy Girl’s Guide to Thriving Through Self-Doubt with Michelle Marquis

What if imposter syndrome wasn’t a weakness, but a sign you’re growing? In this episode, Alex and Annie are joined by Michelle Marquis, founder of The Marquis Effect and now author of The Bossy Girl’s Guide to Leadership, which has just been released. Written for women navigating leadership and self-doubt,…

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Aug. 14, 2025

New Episode with Valerie Gangas

When life or business takes an unexpected turn, it’s natural to dwell on what’s slipping away. But Valerie Gangas has learned to focus on what those moments can open up instead. In our latest episode, we sit down with our dear friend Val to talk about finding direction in uncertainty,…

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Aug. 14, 2025

In Deep Shift: Navigating Change, Loss, and Business Growth with Valerie Gangas

This week, Alex & Annie sit down with Valerie Gangas, Founder & CEO of Juniper Holiday + Homes, for a conversation that blends business, design, and deep personal transformation. Valerie shares how Juniper began with a personal real estate portfolio and evolved into a thriving multi-market vacation rental management company…

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Aug. 11, 2025

The Real Currency in Business Isn't Money

"Over the years, we’ve gotten so smart we’ve forgotten our heart." In the rush to scale, the vacation rental industry traded some of its community-driven hospitality for corporate efficiency. Technology brought growth and opportunity, but when profit takes priority over people, hospitality loses the very thing that makes it special.…

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Aug. 8, 2025

Life is too short to deal with unpleasant people

“Life is too short to deal with unpleasant people… but it’s also too short to be one.” In our latest episode, John Suzuki shares a reminder we all need, especially in a fast-moving, high-pressure industry. Lead with kindness. Lift others up. And stay scrappy enough to spot the opportunities most…

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Aug. 6, 2025

New Episode with John Suzuki

💡 What did we lose in the rush to scale? As vacation rentals went from mom-and-pop to mainstream, the tech got smarter but things also got a lot messier. In this week’s episode, we sit down with John Suzuki, industry expert and host of the Finding Better podcast, to talk…

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Aug. 6, 2025

The Cost of Progress in Vacation Rentals with John Suzuki

What did it take to bring vacation rentals into the mainstream and what did we lose along the way? In this episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we’re joined by industry veteran and Finding Better podcast host John Suzuki, who reflects on the emotional and…

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Aug. 5, 2025

Why creating something from scratch takes more than just a good idea.

In our latest episode, Paul Kromidas, CEO of Summer, shares a powerful reminder for anyone building in the STR space: The ideas that succeed aren’t always the ones that get funded first. They’re the ones fueled by conviction, grit, and a clear sense of purpose. Whether you're growing a property…

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July 30, 2025

New Episode with Paul Kromidas of SummerOS

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Paul Kromidas, Founder & CEO of Summer, for a conversation every STR operator, owner, and investor should hear: Why asset intelligence matters when evaluating vacation rental properties. As a former Airbnb product leader and experienced operator, Paul brings a unique lens to the…

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July 30, 2025

From Hunches to Hard Data: Why Asset Intelligence Matters When Buying STRs, with Paul Kromidas

In this episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we sit down with Paul Kromidas, Founder & CEO of Summer, to talk about the growing need for asset intelligence in short-term rental investing, and why gut feel is no longer enough when deciding which properties to…

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July 23, 2025

New Episode with Simon Seroussi, Co-Founder of SuiteOp

In our latest episode, we’re joined by Simon Seroussi, Co-Founder of SuiteOp, to talk about the often-overlooked post-booking experience and why it’s the key to guest satisfaction, team efficiency, and scalable growth. While most tech focuses on getting the booking, SuiteOp focuses on what happens next: automating check-ins, syncing smart…

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July 23, 2025

From Booking to Checkout: How SuiteOp Streamlines Guest Experience and Operations w/ Simon Seroussi

In this episode, we’re joined by Simon Seroussi, Co-Founder of SuiteOp, a guest experience and operations platform built by operators, for operators. With a background in both hospitality tech and short-term rental management, Simon shares how SuiteOp was born from firsthand experience growing a 400-unit portfolio and the operational chaos…

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July 22, 2025

It’s 2025, and accessible travel is still out of reach for too many.

From vacation rentals to city streets, the lack of inclusive infrastructure continues to limit where people with disabilities can go and how they experience travel. In this episode, Lorraine Woodward, CEO of Becoming Rentable, shares why the short-term rental industry has a real chance to lead the way in inclusion,…

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July 16, 2025

How to Make Your Vacation Rental More Accessible

How Can You Make Your Vacation Rental More Accessible? In this episode, we’re joined by Lorraine Woodward, CEO and co-founder of Becoming rentABLE, to break down the gaps in accessibility across the short-term rental industry and what property managers can do to bridge them. Drawing from her lived experience navigating…

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July 16, 2025

How to Make Your Vacation Rental More Accessible with Lorraine Woodward

In this episode, we’re joined by Lorraine Woodward, CEO of Becoming rentABLE, to explore how property managers and hosts can make their vacation rentals more accessible without needing a full renovation or massive investment. Drawing from her lived experience navigating life with muscular dystrophy and raising two sons with the…

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