Operations Shows

Jan. 22, 2025

Making Trash Fun (Again!) with CanMonkey CEO, Alex Shapiro

In this episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals, we’re thrilled to welcome back Alex Shapiro, CEO and co-founder of CanMonkey. Alex joins us to share exciting updates on how his company has continued to re...

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Oct. 30, 2024

Throwback to Our Fan-Favorite Episode with The OG’s of the Panhandle:…

In this special re-air of one of our most popular episodes, Alex & Annie brings together a powerhouse panel of industry experts, known as the OGs of the Panhandle. Our guests— James Olin, Steve Caron, Lino Maldonado, and Paul...

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Oct. 16, 2024

Building a Global Vacation Rental Brand Through Franchising with Casi…

In this week’s episode, we welcome back Dennis Goedheid, founder and CEO of Casiola Vacation Homes. Dennis returns to share exciting updates on his company's growth, including the launch of a new franchise model. Since its in...

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Sept. 25, 2024

Designing Unique Cabin Experiences: How Eric Moeller Blends Boutique …

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July 24, 2024

The Amenities Arms Race: Maximizing ROI through Data Driven Design wi…

Exclusive offer for Alex & Annie listeners: Get $400 off your onboarding fee when you partner with Hostaway using this link: ⁠http://get.hostaway.com/alexandannie In this insightful episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of ...

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July 17, 2024

Unintended Consequences: How NYC’s STR Ban is Impacting Homeowners, w…

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June 19, 2024

Is it Time to Sell Your Vacation Rental Business? With Jacobie Olin a…

Exclusive offer for Alex & Annie listeners: Get $400 off your onboarding fee when you partner with Hostaway using this link: http://get.hostaway.com/alexandannie In this week’s episode of Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacat...

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June 1, 2024

1st of the month Bonus Episode: Mastering Operational Excellence for …

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May 22, 2024

From the Beach to the Mountains: Meaghan Moylan’s Journey to The Outp…

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 Rent...

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May 15, 2024

Balancing Tech and Human Touch: The Future of Guest Communication in …

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 ...

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May 8, 2024

The Human Side of Hospitality: Nurturing Teams in a Post-Pandemic Lan…

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...

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May 1, 2024

Winning Hospitality Strategies: Aligning Guest Values, Loyalty Progra…

In this episode of "Alex & Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals” podcast, hosts Alex and Annie are joined by Pete DiMaio, CEO of Travel Boom Marketing. Together, they dive into the latest trends and strategies shaping th...

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April 24, 2024

Building an STR Empire in Non-Traditional Markets with Homehop founde…

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 e...

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April 17, 2024

Adapting to Regulatory Changes and Exploring Growth Strategies in Vac…

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 Heig...

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April 10, 2024

Tech Innovations in Vacation Rentals with Direct Software CEO, Wes Sm…

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 Sof...

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