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Host as GuestA Case Study: Oliver Harper on Sustainable Hospitality, Service Apartments & Building with VisionIn this special case study episode, Katya Kachkovska sits down with seasoned property professional Oliver Harper, Managing Director of Harper Luxe Serviced Apartments, for an insightful conversation on building a purposeful short-term rental business rooted in sustainability, creativity, and care.With over 45 years of experience in construction, property development, and management, Oliver shares his inspiring journey—from hod carrier at 15 to managing his own property portfolio and now running beautifully restored, eco-conscious serviced apartments in Bedfordshire, UK.💡 In this episode, you'll hear about:How Oliver transitioned from construction to real estate and eventually into...2025-04-2109 min
Host as GuestSaskia's Secret to Running 50 Self-Catering VillasI’m chatting to Saskia van der Bolt in this week's episode.Saskia owns Villa in Umbria, a property management company overseeing 50 self-catering villas in this beautiful part of Italy.We learn how Saskia fell into the industry and why she now can’t imagine doing anything else. We look at how the business has changed from when she started and why her secret to finding the best guests is still the same.We hear all about Saskia’s challenges as a one-woman business owner in Italy and pinpoint the X-factor she looks for wh...2025-01-3136 min
Host as GuestOn Creating Desert Hide-Aways and Never Really WorkingIn this week’s episode, we chat with John Hildebrand, CEO and Founder of Hilde Homes and a leader in the STR community who advocates for fair regulations and sustainable successful futures for short-term rentals.Find out when he got bitten by the vacation rental bug and how his creative side and background as a photographer help him create dream getaways in the desert.We're looking for more experienced Property Managers who want to share their secrets, achievements, and failures. If you're a PM or a host or know someone willing to collaborate, email us at...2025-01-3137 min
Host as GuestSTR Forever? Plan Exit Strategy NowWe chat with Dave Goodfellow from Noki Stays in Chester, UK.Dave shares how he sees his exit strategy. Hint: by buying offices in the heart of Kent, UK, and converting them into... well, enough hints already hehe. Go and listen to the episode now!Hello Host, would you like to get featured? We're looking for experienced Property Managers who want to share their secrets, achievements, and failures. If you're a PM or a host or know someone willing to collaborate, email us at press@superhog.com or tag us in the comment section....2025-01-3124 min
Host as GuestOn Perks of Playing Your Part in CommunityIn this week’s episode, we chat with Linnie and Kyle, owners of Dwell Luxury Rentals in Flagstaff, Arizona.The power couple shares the secret to their success - consistency, a real connection with guests, and being part of the local community.We also learn how they counterbalance and complement each other and the boundaries they had to put in place to ensure the best work relationship.Hello Host, would you like to get featured? We're looking for experienced Property Managers who want to share their secrets, achievements, and failures. If you're a PM or...2025-01-3138 min
RevLabs by PriceLabsRisk to Reward: Secrets to Safer Vacation Rentals ft. Leo Walton, SuperhogIn this episode of the RevLabs podcast by PriceLabs, host Thibault Masson is joined by Leo Walton, Co-Founder and Chief of Staff at SuperHog. Together, they discuss how vacation rental managers can boost profits by tapping into ancillary revenue streams beyond nightly rates.
Leo shares insights into upselling damage waivers, trip cancellations, and other valuable services that enhance guest experiences while increasing revenue. With years of experience in the vacation rental industry, Leo provides actionable strategies to maximize profits with minimal operational strain.
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How to monetize guest experiences beyond nightly rates
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Short Term Rental Riches252. Protect Your Airbnb from Damage and Fraud | Guest Screening with Leo Walton from SuperhogIn this episode of the Short-Term Rental Riches podcast, we sit down with Leo Walton, co-founder of Superhog, to talk about effective guest screening and risk management for short-term rental hosts. Leo brings a wealth of experience, from avoiding fraudulent bookings to preventing damage, Leo shares key strategies that every short-term rental host should have in place. Discover how to prevent unwanted guests, minimize damage, and protect your Airbnb or vacation rental property with the best practices in guest verification and fraud prevention. In this episode, you’ll learn: Guest Screening Re...2024-09-1037 min
Host PlanetHow to secure short-term rental success in LondonSend us a textLearn how to scale a short-term rental property management business in London by listening to Stefan Hoffelner, CEO and Co-Founder of Your AirHost.Stefan shares advice for new property managers, explains how to navigate London’s 90-day rule, and outlines the top amenities for rentals in major cities.Stefan named Holiday Cottage Handbook, Superhog, Lavanda, and Guesty as his favourite brands, and gave Leo Walton a special shout-out.He also previewed Your Air Success – an event in London on 8 November which will be co-hosted by Holiday Cottage Hand...2024-09-0634 min
Booked Solid Show - Short Term Rental PodcastEP25 - Navigating the Future of Short-Term Rentals: Trust, Personalization, and Direct Bookings with Leo Walton from SuperhogIn this episode we are joined by Leo Walton from Superhog, as we dive into the dynamic world of short-term rentals and uncover how it’s evolving. We discuss how hosts are transforming stays from basic lodging to personalized, unforgettable experiences, and how this shift mirrors a growing demand for tailored travel adventures where guests seek more than just a bed—rather immersion.
Also, we explore the anticipated rise in direct bookings over the next 5-10 years, and how hosts can leverage this trend through compelling brand and story for their properties.
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The Accommodation Show - Hospitality Success Series!How to Prevent Property Damage with Effective Screening with Leo Walton - SuperhogUnderstanding and implementing effective risk management strategies is fundamental for any accommodation provider. Whether you operate a boutique hotel, a cozy bed and breakfast, or manage a portfolio of short-term rentals, the ability to effectively screen and verify guests can significantly reduce the likelihood of damage and enhance the overall guest experience. In this episode, Leo Walton of Superhog joins us to share his expert insights on how leveraging technology and personalised guest verification processes can transform the way we manage and mitigate risks in the accommodation sector.
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Direct Booking Success PodcastAvoid Bad Guests: Trust Marketing for Vacation Rentals with Leo WaltonDoes this sound familiar? You've been told to rely on Airbnb reviews to trust your short term rental guests, but still end up with stained sheets and broken furniture. The frustration of not knowing who's booking on your website is real. But what if there's a better way to know your guest and build trust from the start? Let's uncover the effective trust marketing strategies and guest verification secrets for property managers. Say goodbye to guest damage and hello to enhanced guest experience through local partnerships. Get ready to level up your direct bookings and gu...2024-06-2424 min
Vacation Rental SuccessVRS544 - How to Master Guest Screening For Your Short Term Rentals: The Key to Protecting Your BusinessDo we need to know our guests? They book, pay, arrive, stay a while, leave, and we hope that all will go well, the property will be respected and there won’t be a charge-back. That is not always the case though, and while we can expect most of our guests to be great, there will always be a few that cause issues…and unfortunately, they can be the costliest ones. Guest screening used to be easy in the ‘way back when’ days when we didn’t care as much about protecting personal information. Now that people are rightly...2024-01-3151 min
Short Term Rental SolutionsVet or Regret: How To Implement Guest Screening & Weed Out Troublesome GuestsOne bad guest can wreak havoc on your property and ratings. What if you could deter them from booking and filter out bad guests with professional guest vetting and screening? On this week’s show, we dig deep into just such a solution by speaking with Superhog Co-Founder Leo Walton. Shift from bracing for impact to confidently welcoming your next guest. Free 30 Day Superhog TrialWatch this episode on YouTube Connect with SuperhogLinkedIn: Know Your Guest by SuperhogFacebook: Know Your Guest by SuperhogInstag...2023-09-2132 min
The Leader's KitbagSHORTS | Holding Space For All Ideas with Leo WaltonIn these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from Episode 73, where I speak with Leo Walton, who became part of the founding team at SUPERHOG in 2019, after having spent seven years running the supply function at Onefinestay. In this clip, he talks about creating the environment where everyone can freely share their views and ideas. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE.2023-09-1104 minThe Leader's KitbagSHORTS | Holding Space For All Ideas with Leo WaltonIn these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from Episode 73, where I speak with Leo Walton, who became part of the founding team at SUPERHOG in 2019, after having spent seven years running the supply function at Onefinestay. In this clip, he talks about creating the environment where everyone can freely share their views and ideas. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE.2023-09-1104 min
The Short Term ShowRisk Management Strategies with Leo Walton (Superhog)This week Avery is joined by Leo Walton from Superhog! Avery and Leo chat about what Superhog is and what they do to mitigate the risk of letting strangers rent your home. They discuss Superhogs guest screening technology, damage deposits, rental agreements, the $5 million Superhog guarantee and more!
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Hospitable HostsYour Best Direct Booking Vacation Rental Insurance Tips with Superhog by Hospitable HostsThis podcast invites short-term rental (STR) expert Leo Walton, Co-Founder of Superhog, to share his insights with the Hospitable hosts on what are the best ways to insure and protect STR property and stabilize their booking vacation rental business.2023-06-1926 min
Short Term Rental Secrets PodcastEp 145 - How Guest Screening Can Increase Direct Bookings with Superhog's Leo Walton
Leo Walton became a part of the founding team at SUPERHOG in 2019 after having spent seven years running the supply function at onefinestay. These experiences have given him a deep understanding of and passion for the STR industry. In his role, he works closely with operators and hosts, helping them unlock growth and streamline operations using SUPERHOG, combining guest screening with damage waivers and embedded insurance. Part-time runner, a full-time dad, and a Man Utd fan.https://www.instagram.com/superhog_leohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-walton-aa59bb252023-04-1043 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Jason AnastasinisIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder and VP of Growth at Know Your Guest by SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Jason Anastasinis, Managing Director at TravelStaytion.
Jason explains how thanks to the beauty of his very own country of origin (Greece) and the opportunity that was born due to the real estate market crisis, it's what sparked the TravelStaytion.com idea.
A platform whose mission is to simply offer travellers quality holiday homes, in perfect conditions and in beautiful destinations, with the local support of verified highly professional and reliable hosts...2023-03-2221 min
Get Paid For Your Pad | Airbnb Hosting | Vacation Rentals | STR Revenue ManagementHow to Avoid Hosting Problem Guests in Your AirbnbsThese days safety, security, and ID protection are paramount to everyone. That becomes even more important when booking the properties you've worked so hard to create or when you're in charge of someone else's investment.Risk management has become vitally important in the short-term rental industry.Leo Walton is the Co-Founder of Superhog, a company that enables a growing ecosystem of hosts, operators, and guests a safer booking experience. By providing a tech-based AI-supported toolkit, Superhog increases booking confidence by quickly confirming the identity of guests, protecting against fraud, damage, and crime, and...2022-11-2832 minVacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Matt LandauMatt Landau, Founder of the VRMB, discusses his career in the short-term rental industry with Leo Walton from Know Your Guest by SUPERHOG . From professionally managing vacation rentals for ten years to starting the VRMB community. Find out why he thinks community and knowledge sharing is vital in the short-term rental industry. As well as some insider tips and tricks on how property managers and hosts can strengthen the core of hospitality gestures that big companies cannot compete against.2022-10-2525 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: John HildebrandIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to John Hildebrand, an Airbnb Ambassador and the founder of Hilde Homes.
Hilde Homes (HH) was built by John Hildebrand from the ground up for the sole purpose of delivering stylish, comfortable vacation homes with guests in mind. John personally seeks out perfect locations, fully remodeling each home with all the latest smart technology and providing a team of concierge services. Hilde Homes has a reputation for giving guests a flawless 5-star vacation experience behind the RED door.2022-08-2525 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Antonio BortolottiIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Antonio Bortolotti, the Host of the Vacation Rental World Summit.
First held in 2014, the Vacation Rental World Summit is a highly productive, engaging, and truly unique, memorable live event and online platform that allows viewers to learn quickly, adopt highly effective practices and improve their Vacation Rental Business overall performance. The live event adds an unforgettable layer of personal interaction with the most forward-thinking and inspiring peers in the industry.
Antonio tells us about this...2022-07-2824 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Scott WeirIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Scott Weir, the Founder and CEO of Pillow Partners.
Founded in 2016, Pillow Partners matches holiday home owners with quality guests from around the world, offering management and marketing services throughout the UK.
Leo and Scott dive into the important topic of how property management companies can help give back and support their local communities. Scott is extremely passionate about the impact of Pillow on the local community, with social impact being at the core of...2022-06-1532 min
Alex and Annie: The Real Women of Vacation RentalsGet the Full Story Behind Every Booking, with Leo Walton of SuperhogSend us a message!Today we’re diving into a topic that continues to grow in importance for vacation and short-term rental managers: guest screening and property protection. Leo Walton is co-founder of Superhog, a company that has streamlined the process for managers to easily confirm the identity of their guests and protect against fraud, damage and crime. The key to providing a good guest experience when it comes to processes like screening and other security measures is to set expectations early and bring them to the guest’s attention as soon as possible.By...2022-06-1547 min
The Guest CastA-ha Moments from our Industry Friends at the Short Stay Summit 2022 You’re in for a treat this week! In this A-ha moment episode, we hear from ten industry friends at the 2022 Short Stay Summit about a moment when something clicked for them. From Damian Sheridan’s realisation about booking trends, to Simon Lehmann’s rainy morning commute, we’ve gathered a wealth of teaching moments from these pros. We chatted to: Damian Sheridan – Director, The Book Direct Show & Scale Rentals Show Assaf Karmon – CEO & Co-founder, TurnoverBnB James Brown – Operations Director, UnderTheDoormat Bob Garner – Owner, Casal Dei Fichi Deborah Heather – CEO, Quality in Tourism Rachel Parsons – Founder, New Forest Escapes S...2022-05-2516 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Robin CraigenIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Robin Craigen, the Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Moving Mountains.
Founded in 1998, Moving Mountains creates memorable vacations in exceptional mountain homes. A specialist in luxury, their portfolio represents the finest properties in Steamboat Springs, Beaver Creek, Vail, and Breckenridge - World-class ski resorts and summer mountain destinations in Colorado.
Kicking off series 2 of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Robin tells us the story behind the creation of Moving Mountains, and how his experience working on a...2022-01-1230 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Emmanuel LavoieIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Emmanuel Lavoie, the CEO of Jetstream Hospitality Solutions.
Founded in 2017, Jetstream is an innovative, all-in-one distribution and channel marketing solution uniquely designed for multi-unit properties of any size. Jetstream empowers owners, managers, and aggregators of multi-unit, short-term rental properties to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively by offering best-in-class technology and services solutions that increase guest delight, streamline operations and reduce financial risk.
A true advocate for the implementation of new and innovative technologies in the...2021-12-0226 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Nick KljaicIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Nick Kljaic, the CEO and Co-Founder of Handle.
Founded in 2021, Handle is a chatbot as a service (CaaS) that makes best-in-class AI chatbots accessible and affordable for every company, regardless of their size or budget.
Nick explains to Leo that like all great ideas, Handle was born from first-hand experience with businesses offering rentals, which left Nick wondering why Guests had to jump through various hoops and submit various contact forms in order to get t...2021-11-1027 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Bob GarnerIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Bob Garner, the Owner of Casal dei Fichi and a volunteer at Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency.
Founded in 2020, Tourism Declares' goal is to support a global collective of industry leaders, who are united in their public declaration of the climate emergency, provide an opportunity to learn, share and support resources with one another, and amplify individual signatories’ calls for action, positioning ourselves as an advocate for the urgent changes needed to accelerate the transition towards carbon-free to...2021-10-2730 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Cindy DahlenIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Cindy Dahlen, the Vice President of Client Relations at Find Rentals.
Founded in 2002, Find Rentals operates as the vacation property manager's direct booking channel by delivering a high volume of qualified travelers to their website to increase the occupancy rate. Leads are generated through advertising the unique property manager's brand, properties, and services with an exceptional ROI.
Cindy explains to Leo how she got involved and fell in love with the vacation rental community, providing...2021-10-0623 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Carlos Villaro LassenIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Carlos Villaro Lassen, the outgoing President of the European Holiday Home Association (EHHA).
Founded in 2013, the European Holiday Home Association was created to give a voice to the short-term rental industry. The EHHA ranges from national private house owner associations to managers’ associations to platforms.
For International Podcast Day, Leo had the incredible opportunity to record a special Titans episode with a true industry Titan. Carlos has contributed so much to the vacation and short-term re...2021-09-2923 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Lola CasamitjanaIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Lola Casamitjana, the Co-Founder of flOasis.
Founded in 2021, flOasis is a booking platform dedicated to providing unique and authentic places for remote workers to work, live and connect. Their core values are mindfulness, connection, authenticity, and drive.
Lola explains to Leo the story behind the creation of flOasis, (and how like other great entrepreneurs), Lola and her co-founder were able to identify a new and upcoming trend in the form of workations and remote work...2021-09-2322 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Cliff JohnsonIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Cliff Johnson, the Vice President of New Homes at Realtor.com.
Founded in 1996, Realtor.com is the trusted resource for home buyers, sellers, and dreamers, offering the most comprehensive source of for-sale properties, among competing national sites, and the information, tools and professional expertise to help people move confidently through every step of their home journey.
A true industry Titan, Leo explores where it all began for Cliff in the short-term rental industry. Cliff shares...2021-09-0841 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Keith CowarnIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Keith Cowarn, the Co-Founder of Aabode.com.
Founded in 2017, Aabode's vision is simple. They want to be the best millennial vacation rental brand, with affordable luxury at its heart. Aabode's purpose is to deliver a better stay experience through accommodations people love. They aim to innovate and consistently deliver a better experience for both owners and guests, while bringing people together to share in their love for a great stay experience from Aabode.
Keith explains t...2021-08-2525 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Annie HolcombeIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Annie Holcombe, the Director of Revenue and Client Acquisition at Lexicon Travel Technologies.
Founded in 2016, Lexicon connects Vacation Rental Property Managers with the millions of guests who book via online travel agencies. Lexicon translates the complexities of vacation rental inventory into high-performing listings that drive bookings.
Leo dives into the story behind how Annie got started in the industry, as she has a very interesting background having been involved in all the different parts that...2021-08-1931 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Ela MezhiborskyIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Ela Mezhiborsky, the Co-Founder and CPO of Autohost.
Founded in 2016, Autohost is a guest-screening and automation platform for fast-growing hospitality companies. Using machine learning and behavioral checks, Autohost creates a scalable process to review all of your guests and keep your properties safe.
Ela and Leo discuss the crucial role that trust has in helping to increase the popularity of vacation and short-term rentals, what Ela and Autohost learnt from the pandemic and how the...2021-08-0325 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Jonathan LancasterIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Jonathan Lancaster, the Senior Vice President at Natural Retreats.
Founded in 2006, Natural Retreats is a luxury vacation rental management company operating in some of America’s most iconic destinations. From well-appointed vacation homes with guest services and access to unforgettable activities, Natural Retreats elevates the travel experience to make their guests feel at home and their homeowners feel like guests.
Jonathan explains to Leo how he got involved in the vacation rental sector, and how hi...2021-07-2931 min
the no BS podcastFlood Gates Open in UK with featured guest Leo Walton
Co-Hosts Mateo Bradford and John Stokinger converse with Leo Walton, SUPERHOG Co-Founder & STAA board member."Freedom Day" has emerged in England this week with their pandemic restrictions being lifted across the board in one big wave.Everyone in the hospitality industry is of course looking for things to get back to "normal"... but at what expense?Leo gives us his view on the current situation in the UK, Western Europe, and the US and we dive into how one must adapt in this ever-changing world. Challenges have allowed Superhog to pivot in ways t...2021-07-2246 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Omer KucukdereIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Omer Kucukdere, the founder and CEO of Nestpick.
Founded in 2016, Nestpick is the largest platform globally for On-Demand Housing. Nestpick aggregates more than 3M+ accommodation options from 200+ web platforms in 3000+ cities of the world and helps everyone including Expatriates, International Students & Nomads. Nestpick focuses on 1 month and above stays.
Omer explains to Leo his background in the short-term rental industry and where his passion for it stemmed from. As the largest platform globally for on-demand...2021-07-1520 min
Local Legends: The Summer SpecialLocal Legends: The Summer Special - Michael FriedmanJoin Leo Walton as he discovers more about the very best that North America has to offer travellers this summer, from local legend Michael Friedman from SkyRun Vacation Rentals.
SkyRun is a rapidly growing multi-location organization with properties in over 35 locations. They have created the sweet spot in vacation rental management by combining the advantages of local ownership and management with the efficiencies, power, and support of a national brand.
Staying in North America? Make sure you stay with Michael at SkyRun Vacation Rentals.2021-07-1320 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Daniel RouquetteIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Daniel Rouquette, the Co-founder and Managing Director of Villa Finder.
Founded in 2012, Villa Finder is the market leader for villa rentals in over 28 destinations in the Asia Pacific region. Villa Finder leverages its expertise in the villa rental market to deliver property owners high returns on their investment with a full-service villa distribution solution.
Daniel shares with Leo his insights into the differences between the vacation rentals space in Asia Pacific and Europe and how...2021-07-0924 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Mickey KropfIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Mickey Kropf, the founder and CEO of Vector Travel.
Founded in 2018, Vector Travel is a short-term rental management company that partners directly with multifamily owners and property management companies seeking to monetize vacant units in stabilized or lease-up multifamily buildings, utilizing proprietary revenue management strategies to generate maximum returns across all major travel platforms.
Mickey tells Leo about his background in the short-term rental industry and where his passion for it stemmed from. As a...2021-07-0223 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Susannah CeryIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Susannah Cery, the Founder of Our Tribe Travels and Family Home Swaps.
Founded in 2016, Our Tribe Travels was created as a resource that Susannah wishes she had when she was backpacking around South East Asia. Our Tribe Travels has evolved into a community of families who love independent travel and seek to inspire and assist each other in their explorations.
Leo explores Susannah's background in the travel industry and how Our Tribe Travels has grown...2021-06-0227 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Jesse DePintoIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Jesse DePinto, the Chief Product Officer and Co-Founder of Frontdesk.
Founded in 2017, Frontdesk prioritizes comfortable stays for their guests and secure policies for their apartment communities. Frontdesk uses revolutionary technology and a value-driven culture to create unforgettable travel experiences in the best U.S. cities.
Leo explores the story behind Jesse's passion for the STR industry and how Frontdesk was born. Jesse explains how Frontdesk survived the pandemic and the promising figures they are seeing...2021-05-2528 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Mark SimpsonIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Mark Simpson, the Founder of Boostly.
Founded in 2016, Boostly gives hosts the tools, tactics and training to increase their direct bookings for their hospitality business.
Leo explores the story behind Mark's love for the STR sector, diving into the topics that allowed Mark to create such a successful business. Mark discusses his love for audio(his podcast and Clubhouse) and what helping hosts maximise their revenue means to him personally, with only a small bit...2021-05-1947 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Alex AliotoIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Alex Alioto Co-founder and VP of Sales at Whimstay.
Founded in 2018, Whimstay's mission is to provide travellers with great last-minute deals on vacation rentals. They believe that many of the best memories happen when you least expect it.
Discover the story behind the creation of Whimstay, and how Alex got involved and developed his passion for the vacation rental sector. Leo also dives into Alex's passion for innovation and his predictions for the road ahead.2021-05-1327 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Sébastien GrosjeanIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to industry legend Sébastien Grosjean, the CEO and Founder of BookingSync and Smily.
Founded in 2010, BookingSync is a cloud-based vacation rental system that serves as a friend to owners, managers, and agencies during each step of the vacation rental management process.
Smily was created to give the power back to property managers – power they could use to leverage the reach and features of the biggest booking channels while growing their customer base and the number of...2021-05-0631 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short-Term Rental Titans: Thibault MassonIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of chatting with Thibault Masson, the Founder of Rental-Scale Up.
Thibault has a wealth of experience, having first got involved in the STR industry 25 years ago. Leo explores the story behind Rental Scale-up and Thibault's thoughts on how STR's will perform this year.
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Rental Scale-up - Online resources for property managers and direct hosts.2021-04-3030 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short- Term Rental Titans: Damian SheridanIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (Growth Director at SUPERHOG) had the pleasure of speaking to Damian Sheridan from The Book Direct Network.
Damian is the founder and director of The Book Direct Network and The Book Direct Show.
The Book Direct Show is the only conference dedicated to short-term rental property managers and direct bookings, and The Book Direct Network is an online community for property managers to learn direct booking strategies.
Damian also has a deep understanding of vacation rental SEO.
...2021-03-1223 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short- Term Rental Titans: Dale SmithIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Dale Smith, founder and director of Host & Stay.
Founded in 2018, Host & Stay are revolutionising the holiday home experience for owners and for guests across North Yorkshire, The Yorkshire Dales, The Lake District, Durham, Newcastle and Northumberland.
With a focus on the use of technology, Host & Stay are providing better guest experiences and creating more revenue for their holiday homeowners, with less hassle due to their completely hands-free service.
Host & Stay...2021-02-1934 min
Vacation and Short-Term Rental TitansVacation and Short- Term Rental Titans: Mateo BradfordIn this episode of Vacation and Short-Term Rental Titans, Leo Walton (co-founder of SUPERHOG) has the pleasure of talking to Mateo Bradford, Strategic partnership and business development advisor at At Ease.
Founded in 2018 and based in Texas, At Ease is a JTR-compliant booking-engine that makes it possible for federal employees and active-duty military to find affordable short-term rentals for PCS moves and temporary duty travel.
At Ease - https://pcsatease.com/ (JTR-compliant booking-engine)
SUPERHOG - https://superhog.com/ (Digital guest check-in platform)
G...2021-02-1224 min
Slick Talk: The Hospitality PodcastHumphrey Bowles: Trust and Transparency Is For EveryoneHumphrey Bowles, the co-founder of Guardhog Technologies joins me to discuss the journey leading up to 2020 and how he has looked at this year for the positive things like the new goats at his farm house, the idea of taking away a star rating review system, and the importance of making trust and transparency available for everyone in the industry.
Guardhog is also doing a fantastic $10,000 giveaway to a business in need during this last year. All you have to do is go to this website and submit the reason why you deserve it!
This ep...2020-12-2346 min