The Hospitality Edge

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge , we sit down with Hunter Harrelson, owner of Beach Ball Properties, to uncover the secrets behind his impressive success in managing and scaling over 350 vacation rental properties. Hunter shares his journey from acquiring a small property management business to building a thriving company that prioritizes owner retention and operational excellence. Whether...

In this compelling episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with Nick Falcone, CEO of NDM Hospitality, to explore the dynamic journey of building a successful multifaceted hospitality business. From humble beginnings as founding franchisees of BurgerFi to pioneering branded vacation rental resorts, Nick shares invaluable insights into strategic business model evolution, technological i...

In this compelling episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with Nick Falcone, CEO of NDM Hospitality, to explore the dynamic journey of building a successful multifaceted hospitality business. From founding franchisees of BurgerFi to pioneering branded vacation rental resorts, Nick shares invaluable insights into strategic business model evolution, technological innovation, and effect...

Join us on The Hospitality Edge as we interview Dana Moraru, the successful owner of Tahoe Signature Properties in Lake Tahoe, California. Dana shares her journey from an assistant in a property management company to leading a thriving business managing over 50 high-end vacation rentals. With over 12 years in the hospitality and real estate industries, Dana offers valuable insights into building a...

In this episode, we sit down with Farhan Abbasi, the visionary founder and CEO of Nue Holdings. Farhan shares his inspiring journey from being a CPA at Ernst & Young to becoming a trailblazer in hospitality entrepreneurship. After traveling to over 30 countries and becoming one of Boston's early Airbnb hosts, he discovered a passion for creating unique and memorable guest experiences. Dive int...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with John Bianchi, the founder of STR Search, an Airbnb data consulting firm that’s changing the game for short-term rental investors. John dives deep into the importance of data-driven decision-making and reveals how it can help you avoid the costly mistakes so many investors make. We explore the crucial factors to c...

In this new episode of The Hospitality Edge Podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Michael Broussard, the founder and CEO of Broussard Properties and the Broussard STR Investment Fund. Michael shares his remarkable journey from working with major property management firms to creating a thriving boutique vacation rental business.  We dive deep into the strategic benefits of property ownersh...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we're with Chris, the CEO of The Coastal Concierge. We delve into the transformative role of personalized guest experiences in the hospitality industry and how virtual concierge services are bridging the gap between traditional hospitality and modern service expectations. Chris shares his insights on building meaningful connections with guests, leve...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with Mark Lumpkin, Sales Director at STR Cribs, to discuss the art and science of transforming vacation rentals into standout properties. Mark shares valuable insights on how to strategically design and renovate short-term rental properties to enhance guest experience and maximize revenue. Discover what it takes to stay ahead in the comp...

In this exciting episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with Anuj Datta, the Founder of AD1 Management, as he takes us on a captivating journey through the dynamic worlds of real estate and hospitality. From his early beginnings in New York City to building a robust short-term rental empire in Houston, Texas, Anuj shares his remarkable story filled with lessons learned and insights g...

Join us in this insightful episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast as we sit down with Chad Wise, Founder of HostWise.co, who shares his journey from a successful career in private equity consulting to building a standout short-term rental management company. Chad reveals how focusing on consistent quality and strong brand identity has been crucial to his company's rapid growth and success. He del...

In this episode of the Hospitality Edge podcast, we dive deep into the world of vacation rentals with Mike Brown, founder of PBD Living. Mike shares his journey from entrepreneurial beginnings to becoming a leader in the rental property space. He emphasizes the importance of strategic business operations and diversification of income streams to ensure the sustainability and profitability of a rent...

In this episode of the Hospitality Edge podcast, Heather Brown, co-founder and CEO of StayLuxe Properties, joins the discussion. Heather shares her journey from surviving a massive flood to starting a successful vacation rental business in Park City, Utah. She emphasizes the core value of 'connection' in hospitality and explains her decision to keep StayLuxe Properties intentionally small to maint...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with San Eng, Founder and President of Skytian Capital, as we dive into his dynamic entrepreneurial journey and uncover the strategies that have led to his success in multifamily investments and tech innovation. From starting his first business in junior high to raising significant capital for a Sino-Foreign joint venture fund, San shares valuable insights...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we dive deep into the world of asset management and diversification with Nic Morales, Managing Partner at RealTreo.  Nic discusses how strategic partnerships have been pivotal in his transition from a corporate career in the NFL to building a diverse real estate portfolio. Learn how he navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship, leveraging colla...

Join us in this enlightening episode as we, The Hospitality Edge podcast sit down with Jay Bowman, owner of Hayseed Capital, to explore the transformative power of strategic renovations and exceptional guest experiences in the world of real estate investment. Jay shares his journey from cautious investor to mastering the art of creating high-value properties that stand out in the competitive short...

Join us for an insightful episode of the Hospitality Edge podcast as we sit down with Alex Shapiro, the Co-Founder and CEO of CanMonkey. In this episode, Alex shares his unorthodox journey from a corporate W2 employee to leading a thriving startup, offering a glimpse into the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative strategies required to succeed in niche markets. Discover how CanMonkey identified a...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we engage in a thoughtful conversation with Annie Holcombe, Director of Technical Supply Partnerships at NextPax. Dive into the concept of the "hospitality gene" as Annie shares her insights on what it means to be genuinely hospitable and authentic in building strong industry relationships. Drawing from her extensive experience in property...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast,we chat with Kay Walten, founder and CEO of Smart Pineapple. Kay shares her remarkable journey from an underwater cave diver in the Riviera Maya to becoming a pioneer in online rental services. With decades of experience in building a thriving community and business, Kay offers invaluable insights and practical strategies for property managers and en...

Join us on this episode of the Hospitality Edge Podcast as we sit down with Ric Kenworthy, the Co-Owner & CEO of Travli Hospitality Co. Ric shares valuable insights from his journey of growing a successful hospitality business, emphasizing the importance of strategic growth, client management, and navigating market challenges. Discover the lessons learned from early entrepreneurial setbacks an...

In this episode of the Hospitality Edge podcast, host Sebastian talks with Eric Moeller, Founder and CEO of Freewyld. Eric shares his journey from flipping houses in New Jersey to becoming a leader in the short-term rental market in San Diego. Initially leveraging rental arbitrage to scale quickly, Eric transitioned to a property management model to mitigate financial risks. A key insight in his c...

Get ready, because SEASON 2 of The Hospitality Edge podcast is officially here!  From a 3 week break, we're kicking things off with a bang, and we're so excited to welcome our first guest of the season: Jonathan Sukhia, co-founder and CEO of Topkey to explore the fascinating parallels between building a startup and navigating a game.  Jonathan brings a wealth of experience from his time at...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge Podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating journey of Nicholas Halverson, owner of Osa Property Management in Costa Rica. Learn how Nicholas transitioned from a corporate career in the U.S. to building a successful property management business in a developing tropical market. Discover the challenges he faced, the strategies he employed for sustainable growth...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with Kerri Gibson, the inspiring CEO and Co-Founder of Chalets Hygge. Kerri shares her remarkable journey from experiencing corporate burnout in her high-stress job in the tax and accounting technology sector to rediscovering joy and purpose through real estate and hospitality. Kerri opens up about the significant life changes she made,...

In this episode of The Hospitality Edge podcast, we sit down with JJ King, co-founder of Beachside VR, to uncover the secrets behind his rapid success in the short-term rental industry. JJ shares his entrepreneurial journey from studying hospitality management to building and selling multiple ventures, including VRM Leads. Dive into his expert insights on mastering lead generation, leveraging SEO,...