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STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann: Unfiltered knowledge for the short term rental industry

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The short-term rental industry is evolving fast, and Simon Lehmann isn’t afraid to say what others won’t.STR Global Unlocked is where property managers, STR tech founders, vacation rental investors, and hospitality leaders get real about the business. Each episode breaks down what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s coming next: property management operations, direct bookings, vacation rental sof... more

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Glenn Fogel is the President and CEO of Booking Holdings, the parent company of Booking.com, Priceline, Kayak and other global brands that shape how the world travels. With more than two decades at the forefront of online travel, he has guided Bookin... more

Sean Breuner is the Founder and CEO of AvantStay, one of the most ambitious hospitality brands in the short-term rental industry. Since launching in 2017, AvantStay has raised significant capital, expanded across the United States, and set out to def... more

Cliff Johnson is the former Co-Founder of Vacasa, one of the largest short-term rental management companies in the United States, and now serves as President of PadSplit, a fast-growing affordable housing marketplace. His journey from startup founder... more

Two systems drive every property management company: revenue and operations. For years, they’ve worked in silos. But what happens when they finally connect?

In this episode, Simon Lehmann brings together Jeremy Gall, Founder and CEO at Breezeway, an... more

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Sean Breuner
Founder and CEO of AvantStay
AvantStay
Episode: 008: Hospitality or Tech? A Closer Look at AvantStay’s Approach to STR with its Founder and CEO, Sean Breuner
Cliff Johnson
Co-founder and former COO of Vacasa
PadSplit
Episode: 007: What Really Happened at Vacasa? Cliff Johnson, Co-Founder and Former COO, Shares Lessons for STR Founders
Amiad Soto
Co-founder and CEO of Guesty, a leading property management software platform.
Guesty
Episode: 005: Behind the Scenes of Guesty’s Rise to Global PMS Powerhouse with Amiad Soto, Co-founder & CEO
Carl Shepherd
Co-founder of HomeAway, influential figure in the short-term rental industry
HomeAway
Episode: 004: Inside the OTA Playbook: Carl Shepherd on HomeAway, Airbnb Fees & Booking’s Rise to Power
Simon Lehmann
One of the world's foremost experts on short-term rentals and vacation rentals
Episode: STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann | Official Podcast Trailer

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Simon Lehmann
A prominent voice in the short-term rental industry, Simon Lehmann brings over two decades of experience in hospitality, travel tech, and property management. He is known for his unfiltered approach and expertise in navigating the complexities of the vacation rental business.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Real Meat and Potatoes

    With a wealth of experience and deeper conversations, I am excited to see this podcast enter the space with substance and thought-provoking topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmberHurdle
    United Statesa month ago
  • Well done!

    Simon, My compliments on a very interesting and thoughtful conversation (which I don’t often find in many vacation rental podcasts/panels). Credit to Brian Egan and you, and best wishes on the roll-out of STR Global Unlocked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lux travel guru
    United States2 months ago
  • Likely required listening for STR

    Simon Lehmann brings unmatched reach across every corner of the short-term rental world—he’s seen it all, and he knows where the bodies are buried. The first episode delivers exactly what you’d expect from someone with Simon’s range: clear framing of the industry’s six real pain points and a forward-looking take on where professionalization and consolidation are headed.

    Simon sits at the center of many of the same commercial interests he critiques. Done right, that mix of insider access and sel... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex@Properly
    United States2 months ago
  • THE podcast for the STR industry

    Few people in the industry have a better network or sharper insights than Simon Lehmann. A must listen for everyone who wants to stay on top of

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JulianR1306
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellence in STR

    If you seek for competence and up to date expertise in the STR business, this podcast is a must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P&W&7
    Switzerland2 months ago

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009: Booking Holdings President and CEO Glenn Fogel on AI and Why STR Is the Next Big Travel Shift
Q: How do you describe where Booking is today on that journey towards the Connected Trip?
Fogel describes it as still being very early in the journey but is pleased with the progress, highlighting growth in transactions related to Connected Trip and how new technologies are used to enhance the traveler experience.
007: What Really Happened at Vacasa? Cliff Johnson, Co-Founder and Former COO, Shares Lessons for STR Founders
Q: What do you think about the recent changes within the commission model at Airbnb?
Cliff likes the consistency that the new model brings, as it creates transparency and simplifies understanding for guests. He believes it's crucial for property managers to have net rates with owners to adapt to these changes effectively.
007: What Really Happened at Vacasa? Cliff Johnson, Co-Founder and Former COO, Shares Lessons for STR Founders
Q: How do you see the STR industry evolving now compared to your time at Vacasa?
Cliff noted that while there have been some changes, the industry has not evolved as much as he expected due to various challenges, including a distrust between homeowners and property managers as well as a resistance to adopting new technologies.
007: What Really Happened at Vacasa? Cliff Johnson, Co-Founder and Former COO, Shares Lessons for STR Founders
Q: Why did you decide to leave Vacasa?
Cliff felt that Vacasa became less about the mission and more about money and growth, which didn't align with his values. He wanted to ensure everyone involved was taken care of and felt he couldn't support the direction the company was taking.
008: Hospitality or Tech? A Closer Look at AvantStay’s Approach to STR with its Founder and CEO, Sean Breuner
Q: Are you in the hospitality industry or the technology industry?
We built a platform that is both a hospitality platform and brand, leveraging technology to scale.

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Engaging with the rapidly evolving short-term rental landscape, discussions explore various facets such as property management operations, direct booking strategies, and the implications of technology in the industry. Episodes frequently feature insights from key industry players, encompassing everything from challenges with regulatory frameworks to advancements in AI and automation. The conversations are characterized by a candid approach, providing listeners with relevant knowledge that can shape their strategies in a sector marked by competition and change. The podcast provides a unique platform for professionals to gain unfiltered insights from experts who are actively influencing the future of the short-term rental world.

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1. The Vacation Rental Show
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3. Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals
4. The Art Of Hospitality
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4. Carl Shepherd
5. Simon Lehmann

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