
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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Venture capital is not ignoring travel tech. It is underwriting to a different standard. And most founders building in hospitality right now do not fully understand what that standard is.
In this episode of STR Global Unlocked, Simon Lehmann sits do... more
Nobody calls a property manager "a software company." Arbio is replacing the traditional tech stack with a single AI system designed to run operations end to end.
Constantin Schröder is the Co-Founder and CEO of Arbio, one of Europe's fastest-growin... more
The biggest disruption coming to short-term rentals is not regulation, supply growth, or capital compression. It is distribution itself.
In this episode of STR Global Unlocked, Simon Lehmann sits down with Shaun Stewart, VP of Open Distribution at S... more
Is short-term rental growth a volume game, or is quality becoming the real competitive advantage?
In a market flooded with inventory, inconsistent standards, and increasing AI-driven discovery, Christian Schwarz Lausten argues that the future of STR... more
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With a wealth of experience and deeper conversations, I am excited to see this podcast enter the space with substance and thought-provoking topics!
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.
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
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
If you seek for competence and up to date expertise in the STR business, this podcast is a must.
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Focused on the fast-evolving landscape of the short-term rental industry, this series features candid discussions with leading figures such as property managers, innovative tech entrepreneurs, and hospitality experts. Topics frequently covered include operational strategies, the integration of technology in streamlining property management, pricing tactics, and the complexities of market regulations. The insights offered are backed by the extensive experience of the host, who is well-respected in the field, making the conversations both informative and engaging for professionals invested in the future of the industry. With a commitment to transparency, the series aims to highlight the challenges and opportunities that come with scalability ... more
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1. Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation Rentals
2. The Vacation Rental Show, Hosted by Lynell Gordon
3. Stuff You Should Know
4. Thanks For Visiting
5. The Art Of Hospitality
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Recent guests on STR Global Unlocked include:
1. Constantin Schröder
2. Shaun Stewart
3. Christian Schwarz Lausten
4. Chip Conley
5. Gary Cohen
6. Maxime Friess
7. Stephanie Chai
8. Max Aniort
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