Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex and Annie are joined by Susan Barry, the president + “queen bee” of Hive Marketing and the podcast host of the “Top Floor” Podcast. Susan shares her journey in the hospitality industry, her experiences with Hive Marketing, and her insights on the evolving landscape of hospitality marketing and managemen...

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex & Annie welcome special guest Meaghan Moylan, host of the "Workflows and Espressos" podcast and Executive Director of Outpost - a Vacation Rental and Property Management company located in the Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Meaghan shares her inspiring journey of embracing new opportunities in the...

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex & Annie explore the delicate balance between leveraging technology and preserving the irreplaceable human touch in guest communication for the hospitality industry with special guest Nicolas Wegener. Nicolas brings invaluable insights as the visionary leader behind Sendsquared, a pioneering communic...

In this insightful episode, Alex & Annie are joined by Elisabeth Yoho, Chief People Officer at Harris Vacation Rentals. Elisabeth dives into the critical role of corporate culture in retaining top talent and creating cohesive teams that thrive. She shares valuable strategies for understanding individual team members, leveraging events to build connections, and setting rates aligned with core v...

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals” podcast, hosts Alex and Annie are joined by Pete DiMaio, COO of Travel Boom Marketing. Together, they dive into the latest trends and strategies shaping the hospitality industry, leveraging insights from Travel Boom's recent hotelier sentiment study. Aligning with Guest Preferences Drawing from Travel Boom's r...

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex & Annie dive into the world of short-term rentals (STRs) with Nate Klatt and Dan Mitchen, the innovative minds behind HomeHop. Together, they explore the journey of HomeHop from house flipping to scaling a successful business in the Midwest's STR market. Guests Introduction: Nate Klatt, a seaso...

Join Alex & Annie as they delve into the dynamic world of vacation rentals with Erin Booth, COO of Summit Mountain Rentals in Colorado. Erin's extensive background in the industry, from managing a single unit in Brooklyn Heights to her current leadership role, provides a wealth of knowledge and insights for listeners. Erin's Background: Erin Booth's journey in the vacation renta...

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: the Real Women of Vacation Rentals," hosts Alex and Annie dive into the world of vacation and RV rental software with special guest Wes Smithe, the co-founder, CEO, and chairman of Direct Software. Join them as they explore Direct's evolution, innovations in direct booking, and Wes' entrepreneurial journey. Direct Software's Impact: We...

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 philosophy, dispels common misconceptions, and reveals how they can support vacation rental businesses. Rich brings a wealth of experience from the vacation rental ind...

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 new role as the Director of Technical Supply for the Americas at NextPax. She discusses her responsibilities, the potential for growth in South America, and the...

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 goals and intentions has positively shaped both her life and career. Meet Lynell: Lynell's vacation rental expertise shines through her work with Inhabit and her...

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 and practical strategies for finding clarity, purpose, and unlimited potential. Learn the power of meditation to elevate your mindset, plus the value of a &quot...

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 Battleground of Technology Providers. Learn why Key Data's data-driven tools were the clear winner and how AI is changing how properties are booked. Darm Confer...

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, including trailblazers like Jim Olin, Steve Caron, Lino Maldonado, and Paul Wolford, share their personal journeys from the industry's early days to the dynamic la...

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 explosion of Airbnb listings, particularly in the Myrtle Beach area. The duo discusses the critical need for property managers to diversify their booking strategies and the impor...

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, leveraging guest-generated content and audiences, and the power of being a first mover in adopting innovative strategies. Alex shares insights from her experience in the vacatio...

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 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 role of women supporting women in the vacation rental industry. AI in the Vacation Rental Industry: The implementation of AI goes beyond messaging for Guesty....

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 uncover the highs, lows, and unexpected turns that shaped her remarkable career. Jen's Evolution in the Vacation Rental Industry: Jen shares her transitio...

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, they share insights, challenges, and exciting plans for Aha Moments, the podcast's parent company. Conference Chronicles: IMN and STR Virtual Summit Dive into...

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 of experience, takes us on a journey through her remarkable career, providing insights into her role as the CEO of MMGY Global and shedding light on the evolving lan...

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 transformative power of community and branding in business. Tom's Journey: Discover how Tom's unexpected entry into the vacation rental world, through his wife's family-run...

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 in the industry. From starting a business with a solid plan to exiting and now embarking on a new venture with a focus on accessibility, Michael shares his wealth of...

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 creating a revolutionary platform that transforms the vacation rental turnover process. Assaf's Journey: Assaf opens up about his struggles managing cleaning...

In the latest episode of "Alex and Annie, the Real Women of Vacation Rentals," listeners were treated to an insightful conversation with the dynamic duo of 30A Beach Girls, Hollie and Lisa. Nestled in a stunning vacation home with the aroma of a chef's creation wafting through the air, the podcast delved into the secrets behind the success of this female-led empire in the vacation r...