The Vintory Podcast

In Episode 55 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz sits down with Jack Zoppa, a 26-year-old entrepreneur who is already leading two companies in the vacation rental space. Jack is the CEO of Haven Vacation Rentals in the Smoky Mountains and the Co-Founder & CEO of Tendwell Cleaning Co. At just 26, Jack has built and scaled both a property management company and a cleaning operation in one of...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 54 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz is joined by Tim Fisher, a seasoned marketing leader whose career spans from the grind of writing newspaper press releases to directing powerhouse marketing strategies for top names in the vacation rental industry—ResortQuest, Vacasa, Wyndham, and Blue Water. Tim shares his unconventional journey,...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 53 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz sits down with Mark Kombrink, founder of Host2Coast (also known as Hilton Head Vacation Rentals), to unpack the real-world lessons that shaped his journey in the vacation rental industry. With a background in finance and a reputation as a true jack-of-all-trades, Mark built Host2Coast on one clear...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 52 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz chats with Taylor Gates, founder and former CEO of Stay Duvet, to unpack the pivotal lessons, bold innovations, and entrepreneurial grit behind building Charleston’s most premier luxury vacation rental brand. From launching in his 20s to overseeing 360+ properties, Taylor transformed Stay Duvet int...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 51 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz connects with Brandon Ezra currently Co-Founder at Stakeholders VR Group.  After 14 years growing and scaling Grand Welcome, Brandon has seen it all, scaled it up and then exited a healthy thriving business. He shares his lessons, mistakes and learnings along the way towards that exit along with a...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 50 of the Vintory Podcast, Brooke Pfautz connects with Andy Newman, founder & CEO of Newman Hospitality, to explore his unconventional journey from finance to short-term rentals—and the top 10 mistakes that shaped his path. After spending 28 years as a portfolio manager, a vacation through Europe in 2012 introduced Andy to Airbnb—not...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 49 of the Vintory Podcast, we chat with Rachel Alday, co-founder of Abode Luxury Rentals, who—along with her husband Rob—has built one of the most respected high-end property management companies in the country. With over 200 luxury homes under management across Park City, Jackson Hole, and Sun Valley, Rachel brings a wealth of insight in...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this new episode, we sit down with Dawn Huff, a seasoned vacation rental entrepreneur with a passion for the outdoors and a legacy in the waterfront rental market. Dawn shares the top 10 mistakes she made during her journey as the founder of Miss Kitty’s Fishing Getaways, a beloved property management company built for fishing enthusiasts along t...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this new episode, we are joined by Chris Walker, founder of Luxury Homes of Hilton Head and a real estate expert with over 20 years of experience in the luxury property market. Chris has spent decades navigating the high-end real estate and vacation rental space on Hilton Head Island, and in this episode, he shares the top 10 mistakes he’s made a...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this new episode, we sit down with Brian Zerges, CEO of Finger Lakes Premier Properties, who brings over three decades of experience in the vacation rental industry to the mic. After 32 years navigating the ups and downs of property management, Brian gets candid about the top 10 mistakes he’s made and the lessons each one taught him. From early t...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In Episode 45 of the Vintory Podcast, we sit down with JJ King, co-founder of Beachside Vacation Rentals, for an unfiltered look into the top 10 mistakes he’s made in his vacation rental journey, and how each one became a critical learning experience. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets JJ King Beachside Vacation Rentals   Broo...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this episode of the Victory Podcast, Dana Moraru, founder of Tahoe Signature Properties, shares her incredible journey in the vacation rental industry—including the top 10 mistakes she’s made and the lessons that shaped her success. From scaling too quickly and hiring missteps to team building and embracing change, Dana’s story is packed with rea...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this episode of the Victory Podcast, we chat with Chad Phillis of Checkmate Rentals, who shares his top 10 biggest mistakes in vacation rentals and the lessons that came from them. Success in the vacation rental industry isn’t just about what you do right—it’s about what you avoid doing wrong. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Sec...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. This week, we sit down with Buck Cumbo of Sea Mountain Vacations, who’s opening up about his journey in the vacation rental industry. From scaling challenges to operational missteps, Buck shares the top 10 mistakes he made—so you don’t have to! If you’re a vacation rental host or property manager, this episode is packed with valuable insights to hel...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this episode, we sit down with Tony Stancato, founder of Book N’ Gather, as he takes us through his journey in the vacation rental industry—the highs, the lows, and most importantly, the top 10 mistakes he made along the way. Learning from failure is key to success, and Tony’s insights could save you time, money, and stress as you grow your own v...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. In this insightful episode, we are joined by Roman Tomkiv of Casago North Hill Country. Roman shares his journey in the vacation rental industry, discussing key strategies that have helped him build a thriving business. From creating exceptional guest experiences and optimizing operational processes to fostering community connections and mastering l...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Join Brooke Pfautz as he draws from his Amazon best-selling book, Vacation Rental Secrets, revealing the top 10 mistakes that defined his career and the lessons that led to his success. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Brooke Pfautz Vintory   CJ Stam III David Angotti  EOS from CJ  Maybe You’re Expecting Too Much From Your A...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes! In this special episode, we are joined by Mike Harrington, who dives deep into the mistakes he made in the vacation rental industry.  From scaling challenges and trusting your team to community involvement and staying focused on your goals, Mike shares invaluable lessons and practical takeaways to help you avoid common pitfalls and grow your busines...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. We are thrilled to have Clark Twiddy on this new podcast episode as he takes us through the Top 10 mistakes he made in the vacation rental business and the key takeaways that helped him evolve. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Clark Twiddy Outer Banks Property Management Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect With Vintory Website LinkedI...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. This week, Casago's Steve Schwab joins us to share his vacation rental mistakes, how he learned from each one, and the strategies that helped him grow his rental business. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Steve Schwab Casago Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect With Vintory Website LinkedIn 🚀 About Vintory Vintory is the first and onl...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Andrew Pokrzywinski reveals the Top 10 challenges he faced in vacation rental management and how he turned those obstacles into stepping stones. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale your vacation rental business, this episode is packed with actionable tips and hard-earned wisdom. Hit play and learn how Andrew overcame the tough mo...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Join Brian Olson as he reflects on the growth that emerged from his vacation rental management misadventures. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Brian Olson Beachcomber Vacation Homes Comparent VRNATION Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect With Vintory Website LinkedIn 🚀 About Vintory Vintory is the first and only platform designed excl...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Based on the Amazon best-selling book, Vacation Rental Secrets. Tune in as Matt Durette reflects on his biggest vacation rental errors and how they helped his business thrive. Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Matt Durette Cozi Vacation Rentals Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect With Vintory Website LinkedIn 🚀 About Vintory Vintory i...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Based on the Amazon best-selling book, Vacation Rental Secrets. In this new podcast episode, Lino Maldonado shares his top 10 mistakes in vacation rentals and how he transformed them into success stories. A must-listen for all! Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Lino Maldonado BeHome247 Scenic Stays Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect W...

Welcome to The Vintory Podcast: Top 10 Mistakes. Based on the Amazon best-selling book, Vacation Rental Secrets. Join us as Terry Whyte uncovers the missteps he wishes he avoided in the vacation rental world.  Enjoy! ⭐️ Links & Show Notes Vacation Rental Secrets Terry Whyte Anna Maria Island Beach Rentals Inc. Brooke Pfautz  🔗 Connect With Vintory Website LinkedIn 🚀 About Vintory Vintory is...