<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahdandashy/">Sarah Dandashy</a> is recognized as one of the leading concierges in the world. People seek her out for her travel tips, advice, and knowledge of trends from the “frontlines of travel.”&nbsp;</p> <p>Award-winning, she was named “Best Young Concierge” by Les Clefs d’Or International, making her the Miss Universe equivalent of the concierge profession.&nbsp;</p> <p>She has worked at some of the most prestigious hotels, including The London West Hollywood, Four Seasons Washington DC, L’Ermitage Beverly Hills, and The Peninsula Beverly Hills.</p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://askaconcierge.tv/">Ask A Concierge Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-driedger-06363a13/ (Michael Driedger) is the Co-Founder of https://www.operto.com/ (Operto) and CEO of Airsset Technologies. If you're a consistent listener of the show you would have heard https://www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/podcast/episode/220a4d1c/operto-shaping-the-shift-in-hotels-and-str-tech (his previous episode) when he joined me to talk about Operto and how it's changing the game for short-term rental managers and hotels. In this episode, we catch up with Michael about what he's been up to since stepping into a new role and helping solve issues surrounding air quality. I really enjoy my conversations with Michael so get ready for us to uncover a lot in this episode! Mentioned in this episode: Sponsored by Hostfully! Uses SLICKTALK20 to get an exclusive discount! Airsset Website https://www.instagram.com/airssettechnologies/ (Airsset Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/company/airsset-technologies-inc/ (Airsset LinkedIn) https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk (Slick Talk Website and Socials)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-liverton-b1272513/ (Mike Liverton) is a serial entrepreneur with two decades of experience and a proven track record in creating strong organizational cultures with guest-centric values enabling sustainable and scalable business growth. Born and raised in England, He moved to Canada in 2006. He quickly became involved in the short-term rental property market and realized that the fragmented nature of the market and legacy software platforms provided a significant opportunity to revolutionize technology and services in the property management and distribution vertical. https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-lavoie-5b89b924/ (Emmanuel Lavoie) is an engineer, entrepreneur, and investor with 15 years of experience in the management of business and technical projects. As COO at Jetstream Hospitality Solutions, he focuses on maximizing business growth and driving innovation. In 2012 Leavetown.com was launched and in 2017 their market-leading technology and full-service solution was branded Jetstream. They have grown globally with offices and teams in North America, Europe, the Philippines, and now full circle, they also have offices in the UK. This episode was a blast to record! They've got a really cool story of having bought Jetstream back from Red Awning at the beginning of the Pandemic and are now 100% employee-owned and I am glad to be one of the firsts to capture it! Mentioned in this episode: https://jetstreamtech.io/ (Jetstreams Website) Slick Talk Website and Socials

<p>UrHip provides the best fully furnished, short-term rentals in Philadelphia!&nbsp;In this episode featuring Steve Patterson, the founder, we discuss more ways that businesses have been impacted by COVID19 and what the key strategies were for Steve and his team in order for them to still be here today!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Thank you <a href="https://www.hostfully.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hostfully</a> for connecting me to the operators that are making a difference in our industry and allowing me to share their stories!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p>Hostfully is a podcast Headline Sponsor - Use my code <a href="https://www.hostfully.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SLICKTALK20</a> for access to beautiful digital guidebooks and their property management platform!</p> <p><a href="//www.urhomeinphilly.om">UrHip Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Tom Smyth - the owner of <a href="//www.dreamapartments.co.uk">Dream Luxury Serviced Apartments</a>, multiple construction companies, <a href="//www.fear-less.co.uk">author</a> &amp; 10x coach, <a href="//www.dreammentoring.co.uk">speaker &amp; mentor</a> with the Grant Cardone Licensee Program! This man has accomplished so much and overcome many challenges in his life.&nbsp;</p> <p>This&nbsp;episode is great for entrepreneurs who want to hear from someone who has never given up and is building a legacy.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-smyth-bb395615b/">Tom Smyth on LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p> <p><br></p>

<p>The more and more I have connected with Sheheryar on LinkedIn &amp; in the recording of this podcast, the more I get inspired and excited for the future of the next generation of hospitality. Sheheryar is a great example of overcoming the odds and pushing yourself to grow in the industry you love. He and I have similar experiences, outlooks, and backgrounds in our careers. I hope this episode inspires you the way Sheheryar has inspired me!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/canada/hyatt-place-toronto-mississauga-centre/yyzzm">Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheheryar-javaid/">Sheheryar Javaid's LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>Madi Rifkin is the CEO and founder of Mount Locks, a micro-fleet and technology made for hospitality providers in the hotel and short-term rental industry.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hear her story as she started out as a young entrepreneur at the age of 12 and how it lead her to "unlocking" her passion for solving problems, building teams, and re-thinking the way businesses can create new and remarkable experiences.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//www.mountlocks.com">MountLocks Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>When you think you've heard it all, you get amazing stories like Nick's. Constantly having to be on their toes because the market they operate in is completely different from what we normally see... the tropics have plenty of beauty but plenty of challenges to overcome.&nbsp;</p> <p>In this episode of the Hostfully Highlight Series, you'll hear how Nick Halverson, Founder of Osa Property Management in Costa Rica, explains how he and his team have handled their business during COVID and how they improved their operations during the early days of the pandemic when we had more downtime to figure out how we were going to recover for the long term.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you <a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully</a> for connecting me to the operators that are making a difference in our industry and allowing me to share their stories!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p>Hostfully is the podcasts Headline Sponsor - Use my code <a href="//www.hostfully.com">SLICKTALK20</a> for access to beautiful digital guidebooks and their property management platform!</p> <p><a href="http://osapropertymanagement.com">Osa Property Management Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/osapropertymanagment/">Osa Property Management Pinterest</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>Christoph Hutter is the brains and creative behind the term "non-traditional revenue manager" and you'll hear why. Tune in to hear his story and passion for hotels, revenue management, and strategy execution.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://christophhutter.com">Christophs Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophhutter/">Christophs LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Kyle Allison has actually been someone I have paid attention to in hospitality &amp; media since I actually started doing Slick Talk as a young hotel manager out on the Oregon coast!</p> <p>In this episode, we dive into his extensive background in the hotel space and what he has been able to accomplish at such a young age! For our next generation of hospitality professionals, this is a message and podcast for you!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://solo.to/hospitalitymd">Hospitality MD Social &amp; Website Links</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Socials &amp; Website</a></p>

<p>Ken Patel has been claimed the "Elon Musk of Hospitality," so it felt totally natural to have him on with me, Wil Slickers, the "Joe Rogan of Hospitality."</p> <p>Tune in as we talk tech, humanization, and changes to come with how hotels operate for the future as Ken Patel and his team build the first every technology hotel management company!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenpatelmbachachrm/">Ken Patels LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="//www.evhotelgroup.com">EV Hotel Group</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>Jim Sheehan is a prime example of a natural-born entrepreneur who just has the mind and mindset for business. Founding a tech company to now running a scaling professional vacation rental management company in the midst of COVID19, this is the conversation I have been looking forward to as we talk about key things like automation and building proper systems.</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode is part of the <a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully</a> Highlight Series where I interview property managers that have embraced their software and create sustainable businesses that make a difference in the industry! Use my code <strong>SLICKTALK20</strong> to get their digital guidebooks (they're amazing!) or $100 their property management platform!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://wydahoproperties.com/">Wydaho Property Management</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>This special episode is included in the Vacation Rental Mastermind Series: Operators Edition, where Sarah Franzen with Natural Retreats talks all things revenue management with me! Sarah has a great background and story from both hotels and vacation rentals, so it was a ton of fun to get her perspective!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//naturalretreats.com">Natural Retreats Website</a></p> <p><a href="//sarahsayswhat.com">Sarah's Blog - Sarah Say What!?</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahfranzen/">Sarahs LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sarahriley329/">Sarah's Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials!</a></p>

<p>This is a Slick Talk Bonus episode featuring <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-maughan-founder-ceo-at-i-prac-1a6a7411a/">Chris Maughan</a>, the CEO of I-PRAC, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjacoby/">David Jacoby</a>, the President of Hostfully, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkitchell/">Andrew Kitchell</a>, the CEO of Wheelhouse!&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>These three industry experts talked about the three categories they specialize in and answered some questions from others in the industry on the newest social platform, Clubhouse!</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://www.i-prac.com/">I-PRAC Website</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully</a> (Use my code SLICKTALK20 to get $100 off!)</p> <p><a href="http://www.usewheelhouse.com?afmc=SlickTalk">Wheelhouse</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.slicktalkthepodcast.com/thebiggiveback">The BIG Giveback</a> - A new podcast created by Wil Slickers, coming to all platforms soon!</p>

<p>Julie George is a name you will get used to hearing and seeing if you haven't already!&nbsp;</p> <p>Author of Million Dollar Host and now a Consultant in the STR Industry, Julie George listed her first property on Airbnb in 2016. Less than 3 years later she was managing 130 properties on Airbnb for property owners and had amassed in excess of $8 million dollars in bookings. In late 2019 Julie sold her property management business to a larger company (Hometime).</p> <p>Julie now is considered one of the world's leading experts in Short Term Rentals and mentors other budding entrepreneurs on how to build a successful business in the sharing economy.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//www.milliondollarhost.com.au">Julies Website</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Sponsored by Hostfully - Use my code SLICKTALK20&nbsp;</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.usewheelhouse.com?afmc=SlickTalk">Wheelhouse Revenue Management</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials!</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/slicktalkpod/">Clubhouse Invites! DM me on Instagram to claim yours! (Only to the first 5!)</a></p> <p><br></p>

<p>In this episode, we cover the inner workings of a rising brand in the industry that has taken on (as I like to call it) the role of hybrid!</p> <p>Kasa's Founder, Roman Pedan, and I discussed their journey as this startup has successfully overcome challenges during the pandemic.</p> <p>Roman founded Kasa Living, Inc. in August 2016. He brings a unique blend of real estate, hospitality, and technology experience to the business that makes him well-positioned to lead it into the future.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//kasa.com">Kasa Living Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/kasaliving/">Kasa Living LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website</a></p>

<p>Andrew has been in &amp; around the hospitality space for 10+ years. &nbsp;</p> <p>To start, he paid for his first business - a publishing business that designed language guides for travelers - by renting out his room on Airbnb. &nbsp;</p> <p>From there, he has founded &amp; led Lyric, Wheelhouse, Beyond Pricing, and other brands in the STR space.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Tune in as we discuss the depths of dynamic pricing for short-term rentals!</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by Hostfully! I couldn't ask for a better sponsor because Hostfully and Wheelhouse have an amazing partnership with API connections! See the links below to get started! Don't forget to use my code, SLICKTALK20 for Hostfully's digital guidebooks and property management platform!</p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="http://www.usewheelhouse.com?afmc=SlickTalk">Wheelhouse&nbsp;</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully</a> - Use code SLICKTALK20</p> <p><a href="https://www.loom.com/share/98f103020597468d8f1de0a8373700ca">Wheelhouse Pro Demo</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials!</a></p>

<p>A Life That I Dream Of</p> <p>Many of us in the hospitality industry are dreamers that see a beautiful world of excitement and endless opportunities. Hospitality professionals make that dream happen because it's true; the world is beautiful and has endless possibilities, and we showcase that through our services, properties, and so much more!</p> <p>Will Parry, Co-Funders and now CEO of ALTIDO tells us the early stages of his journey into the ALTIDO brand that manages short-term rental properties all over the UK and Europe! You may also hear that sometimes, to create something like this, all it takes is a little bit of juice!&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by Wheelhouse! Wheelhouse is a dynamic pricing software created to help property managers of short-term rental properties increase their direct profit and outperform their comp-set and market in their specific destination! You can <a href="http://www.usewheelhouse.com?afmc=SlickTalk">sign up using my link here</a> and see their market reports for FREE! I also recorded an episode with their founder, Andrew Kitchell, and so you can subscribe to the show to learn more when that episode comes out!</p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//www.stayaltido.com">ALTIDO Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/altido">ALTIDO LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/stayaltido/">ALTIDO Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/host/index.stm">HOST Conference</a></p> <p><a href="//www.noiseaware.io">NoiseAware</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.usewheelhouse.com?afmc=SlickTalk">Wheelhouse</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>Entrepreneurism runs deep in the short-term rental operators and creators' veins in this hospitality segment, and Merilee Karr is a perfect example of that. For this <a href="https://shorttermrentalz.com/news/slickers-vrms-operators-edition/">VRMS: Operators Edition</a> episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/merileekarr/">Merilee Karr</a>, the founder of <a href="https://underthedoormat.com/">UnderTheDoormat</a>, tells us her journey into the vacation rental industry and how (in more ways than not) her business has helped unite our beautifully diverse segment of the hospitality industry by creating <a href="https://www.hospiria.com/?utm_source=Openroad&amp;utm_medium=podcadt&amp;utm_campaign=slicktalk">Hospiria</a> and <a href="https://www.trustedstays.co.uk/">TrustedStays!</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://underthedoormat.com/">UnderTheDoormat Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.hospiria.com/?utm_source=Openroad&amp;utm_medium=podcadt&amp;utm_campaign=slicktalk">Hospiria Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.trustedstays.co.uk/">TrustedStays Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/parker-stanberry-60b27617/">Parker Stanberry</a> is the Founder of Oasis, a vacation rental management company with hundreds of properties around the world. You've probably heard of Oasis from publications like <a href="https://skift.com/2020/10/23/oasis-launches-subscriptions-for-extended-stay-apartment-rentals/">Skift</a> and many others for their recent (and significant) pivot they made during the COVID19 pandemic. Oasis was one of the first management companies to create a tiered subscription booking option called the Oasis Passport.</p> <p>Tune in to hear more and see why I picked Parker to be the one to kick off the Vacation Rental Mastermind Series: The Operators Edition here on Slick Talk: The Hospitality Podcast.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//oasiscollections.com">Oasis Website</a></p> <p><a href="//oasiscollections.com/promo/oasis-passport">Oasis Passport</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Starting February 3rd, 8 am PST; I will be releasing an episode for the series called <a href="https://shorttermrentalz.com/news/slickers-vrms-operators-edition/">"The Vacation Rental Mastermind Series: Operators Edition."</a></p> <p>I did the series last year and focused on service providers like NoiseAware, Breezeway, and AirDNA. After the wild year of 2020, I am focusing on the property manager giants taking the pandemic head-on.&nbsp;</p> <p>Tune in every Wednesday at 8 am PST, and don't miss out!</p> <p><br></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p> <p><br></p>

<p>In this episode, Tyann Marcink-Hammond and I talk about why it's so important more now than ever before to build a vacation-short term rental brand rather than just a business. &nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully, show sponsor</a>: Use code SLICKTALK20</p> <p><a href="//tyannmarcink.com">tyannmarcink.com</a></p> <p><a href="//touchstay.com">touchstay.com</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="//nattymedia.com">nattymedia.com</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="//bransonfamilyretreats.com">bransonfamilyretreats.com</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="//missourihaus.com">missourihaus.com</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="//vrmastered.com">vrmastered.com</a></p>

<p>Shawn Soole, creator or Soole Hospitality, joins me on the show to discuss his background and how his life pre-covid and post-covid has changed, and what he and his team are doing for their clients in the F&amp;B segment of the hospitality sphere to combat covid as we continue to gear towards recovery.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="//www.soolehospitality.com">Soole Hospitality Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/soolehospitalityconcepts/?hl=en">Soole Hospitality Concepts Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p>

<p>No stranger to the show, I invite the newest CEO of Operto, a tech solution for operators and owners alike in the hotel and vacation/short-term rental segment of hospitality, to discuss his extensive background in tech as an executive and as an entrepreneur to now the CEO of Operto.&nbsp;</p> <p>In this episode, you will hear how his perspective brings in a new set of eyes for the company and why creating a team that can thrive is the best thing you can do for your business in any industry.</p> <p><br></p> <p>My amazing friends at Hostfully sponsor this episode! If you use the code <a href="//www.hostfully.com">SLICKTALK20</a>, you will get two months free on their digital guidebooks or $100 when you sign up to use their Property Management Platform! If you click <a href="https://reports.hostfully.com/2020-hospitality-report">this link</a>, you can download their recent Industry Report and how professional managers are actually seeking tech solutions like <a href="//www.operto.com">Operto</a> to grow their operations and profitability!</p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://www.operto.com/">Operto Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedavis12/">Steves LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/Slicktalk">Slick Talk Website &amp; Socials</a></p> <p><a href="//www.hostfully.com">Hostfully Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://reports.hostfully.com/2020-hospitality-report">Hostfully Industry Report 2020</a></p>

<p>This is a replay of Monday's episode on Good Morning Hospitality!</p> <p>~</p> <p>Welcome to the future... okay, maybe not the future because there are no flying cars (yet) and all that good stuff, but we are now in 2021, and unfortunately, the events from 2020 aren't going away in the snap of a finger. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Join us this week as we continue in the ongoing conversation of hospitality and the future we see coming to life. Last week, the three of us discussed our year in review and did some reflection; now, we are looking ahead and moving forward.</p> <p>~</p> <p>Mentioned in this episode:</p> <p><a href="https://linktr.ee/GoodMorningHospitality">Good Morning Hospitality</a></p> <p><a href="//www.noiseaware.io">NoiseAware</a></p> <p><a href="//www.bidroom.com">Bidroom.com</a></p> <p><a href="https://shorttermrentalz.com/features/strz-predictions-2021/">Short Term Rentalz - 2021 Predictions</a></p>