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Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals

Alex and Annie
Vacation Rentals
Short-Term Rentals
Hotel Industry
Legislation
Property Management
Direct Bookings
New York City
Vacation Rental Industry
Airbnb
Hospitality Industry
Outpost Group
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Housing Crisis
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Guest Experience
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Team Culture In Hospitality
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With more than 35 years of combined experience in vacation rentals, Alex Husner and Annie Holcombe have teamed up to connect the dots between inspiration and opportunity, seeking to find the one story, idea, strategy or decision that led to their guests big A-HA moment. Join them, as they highlight the REAL stories behind the people and brands that have built vacation rentals into the 100 BILLION ... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Hall, Founder and CEO of Hallson Hospitality, to explore how a guest-first philosophy can become a true engine for growth in the vacation rental industry.

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DARM week is almost here, and we’re kicking things off with the person behind it all — Amy Hinote, Founder of VRM Intel and creator of the industry’s most conversation-packed event.

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VRMA International 2025 is in the books and if you were there, you probably felt it too: this year hit differently.

More people, deeper conversations, and a sense that the vacation rental industry is entering a new chapter. But w... more

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In this episode, Alex & Annie head to Florida’s scenic 30A to sit down with Dylan Bozarth, General Manager of 30A Escapes, for a real conversation about leadership, culture, and what it takes to build a team that truly lasts in th... more

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Recent Guests

Angie Leone
Owner of Coconut Condos and a speaker at the Women's Summit on resilience
Coconut Condos
Episode: Finding Strength in the Ashes: Angie Leone’s Story of Resilience after the Lahaina Wildfires
Sab Mulligan
Head of team for Zzzing, with a background in both tech and hospitality
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Episode: Scaling with Soul: How Zzzing Uses AI to Keep Hospitality Human with Sab Mulligan
John Suzuki
Former global evangelist for Expedia Group and author of 'American Grit'
Episode: The Cost of Progress in Vacation Rentals with John Suzuki
Paul Kromidas
CEO and founder of Summer.
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Episode: From Hunches to Hard Data: Why Asset Intelligence Matters When Buying STRs, with Paul Kromidas
Simon Seroussi
Co-founder of SuiteOp, focused on enhancing guest experience and operational efficiency in vacation rentals.
SuiteOp
Episode: From Booking to Checkout: How SuiteOp Streamlines Guest Experience and Operations with Simon Seroussi
Lennart Kok
VP of Distribution and Marketing for NextPax
NextPax
Episode: Listing Isn’t Enough: How NextPax Powers Smarter Vacation Rental Distribution with Lennart Kok
Patrick Stewart
CEO of Grand Welcome
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Episode: How Franchising Offers a Scalable Path to STR Success - with Patrick Stewart of Grand Welcome
James Varley
Founder and CEO of Host Planet
Host Planet
Episode: From FIFA to Host Planet: James Varley’s Journey to Empowering STR Hosts
Jane Gavin
Senior Director of Brand Marketing and Guest Experience for Homes & Villas
Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy
Episode: Behind the Brand: How Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy is Driving Partner Success

Hosts

Alex Husner
Co-host with extensive experience in the vacation rental industry and a focus on personal and industry growth.
Annie Holcombe
Co-host known for her insights into the vacation rental market and empowering narratives for women in business.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Where Knowledge and Experience Shines

    Two industry veterans in the vacation rental industry, bringing forth relevant topics through friendly conversations that will enlighten the listener with those aha moments the podcast is so well-known for.

    Prepare to binge listen to all the episodes if you just found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael PBR
    United States2 years ago
  • A favorite go to podcast for our industry

    Alex and Annie are household names in the vacation rental management space. They have created a forum for fun and engaging conversations with a wide variety of leaders, influencers and up and comers in this industry. I love that they also grow and an expand their topics beyond VRM and cross the aisle to the world of short term rentals. Their reach is great, and the opportunity they have to shape and change the industry is significant. They care about people and the quality of work we should all ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goodwinfamily7
    United States2 years ago
  • An entertaining AND educational podcast that is time well spent!

    What sets this podcast apart is the diverse range of topics they cover in the vacation rental and hospitality industries, seamlessly transitioning from thought-provoking conversations to lighthearted banter.

    Their personalities sync so well together, making the guest feel welcome and comfortable and the listener feels like they are part of the conversation. Not only are the hosts incredibly knowledgeable, but they also excel at bringing in fascinating guests who add valuable perspectives to th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mediaChick76
    United States2 years ago
  • Real solutions for Vacay Rental owners!

    Alex and Annie share real world ideas and guidance for STR owners. Their guests are first rate, and A

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shimi Chic
    United States2 years ago
  • Dack

    Fantastic Dack podcast and in no particular order one of the three best software’s in our industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beach Rentals Plus
    Canada3 years ago

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The mix of educational content and personal stories adds significant value, helping listeners connect with the material on a deeper level.
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Listeners appreciate the engaging style of the hosts, who create a comfortable atmosphere that resonates well with both guests and the audience.

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Finding Strength in the Ashes: Angie Leone’s Story of Resilience after the Lahaina Wildfires
Q: What are the five Fs that you mentioned for building resilience?
Faith, Family, Fitness, Freeze, and Focus are critical to prepare for tough times.
Finding Strength in the Ashes: Angie Leone’s Story of Resilience after the Lahaina Wildfires
Q: How did you find any sense of normalcy after the fire?
We became closer as a family, learned to navigate difficulties together, and leaned heavily on our faith.
From FIFA to Host Planet: James Varley’s Journey to Empowering STR Hosts
Q: Can you tell us about your background and leading up to Host Planet?
I started out working in media for 20 years, managing corporate communications for FIFA, and then transitioned into investing in short-term rentals after seeing Airbnb.
From Booking to Checkout: How SuiteOp Streamlines Guest Experience and Operations with Simon Seroussi
Q: Can you tell us about your journey in Vacation Rentals?
Simon shares his background starting from living in New York, discovering Airbnb, transitioning into property management, and ultimately creating SuiteOp to address the need for integrated technology in vacation rentals.
Introducing StakeholdersVR: Built by Operators and Backed by Vision, with Lino Maldonado and Brady Stump
Q: What challenges do you anticipate in merging these property management groups?
Maintaining the individuality and strengths of each brand while fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices among the diverse groups.

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1. The Vacation Rental Key with T and T
2. Thanks For Visiting
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4. The Short Term Show
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1. Angie Leone
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