In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Lino Maldonado and Brady Stump, co-founders of Stakeholders VR, about creating an entirely new consolidation model that didn't exist in the vacation rental industry.


What you'll learn:

• Why traditional "cash out and move on" acquisitions aren't the right fit for many successful operators
• How the "third lane" between selling everything and franchising preserves entrepreneurial ownership
• Why Stakeholders VR keeps local brands intact instead of consolidating under one umbrella
• How property managers can derisk by having 40-60% of valuation in a diversified national portfolio
• Why servant leadership at the parent level supports rather than directs local operations
• The three goals of Stakeholders VR's CTO role (understand current tech, guide future selections, anticipate what's next)
• How generational family businesses maintain ownership while accessing enterprise-level resources
• Why 99% of net worth in one property management company is like having your entire 401k in one stock
• The importance of keeping operators invested long-term rather than rushing them out after a year
• How to multiply synergies without forcing operational changes
• Why the greatest value in vacation rental companies is typically what gets removed first
• The role of local market involvement in maintaining brand authenticity
• How diversification protects against hurricanes, floods, fires, and no-snow years
• Why passion and "fire in the belly" is the secret sauce that creates brand value
  
  

Lino Maldonado brings 30 years of vacation rental experience, currently serving as CEO of Stakeholders VR. He started his career at Abbott Resorts (which rolled into Resort Quest) and has operated Scenic Stays in Destin, Florida, where his daughter now works in the same office he sat in three decades ago. His deep understanding of local market dynamics, technology implementation challenges, and the value of servant leadership shapes Stakeholders VR's approach to honoring rather than disrupting successful operations.


Brady Stump is co-founder of Stakeholders VR and founder of Rental Guardian. Before that, he operated a real estate and property management company affiliated with Christie's International Real Estate in Pawleys Island. His sons are actively involved in the business—his oldest, Jonah, helps run operations at Sea Mountain, while his youngest assists with bringing the stakeholder group together. Brady's experience building both insurance products and property management companies from the ground up informs his vision for creating winning scenarios where operators can take chips off the table while maintaining significant upside participation.

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

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• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Angie Leone, CEO and founder of Coconut Condos, about navigating the most challenging circumstances a property manager can face while maintaining faith, family priorities, and forward momentum.


What You'll Learn: 

• How to set non-negotiables from day one that protect work-life balance as you scale Why preparing your business for your absence is essential before crisis hits 
• The difference between rebuilding and reinventing after catastrophic loss 
• How COVID prepared Angie for an even more devastating challenge with the Lahaina fire 
• The critical importance of having a "board of directors" network before you need them The 5 F's framework (Faith, Family, Fitness, Freeze, Focus) for maintaining stability through crisis 
• Why advocacy work requires recognizing seasons and knowing when to pass the baton 
• How to model resilience and choice for your children while navigating business loss 
• The role of community support during devastating circumstances 
• When it's wise to pivot away from growth and embrace simplicity 
• Why being under contract to sell doesn't guarantee the deal will close 
• How to maintain morning and evening routines that keep you grounded during trials 
• The value of removing yourself from day-to-day operations even during peak season 
• Why some battles are worth fighting and others require strategic retreat Career pivots from property management to speaking, writing, and sharing hope
  
  

Angie Leone brings over 13 years of vacation rental industry experience, having founded Coconut Condos in 2011 with a single property and grown it to 60 properties with 13 staff members. Named 2019 SBA Maui Small Businessperson of the Year and 2023 SBA Women-Owned Business of the Year, she also founded PRMA (Professional Rental Managers Association) to fight discriminatory legislation in Hawaii during COVID. After losing 45 of 50 properties, her office, and warehouse in the August 8, 2023 Lahaina fire—two days before completing a business sale—Angie chose reinvention over rebuilding. She now manages their flagship bed and breakfast property with her husband while pursuing keynote speaking, writing her first book, and sharing messages of hope with property managers navigating their own seasons of adversity.


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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

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• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Matthew Gurley, Director of Sales and Partner Integrations at Lynnbrook, about the fundamental shifts in payment processing technology required as vacation rental companies evolve and scale their operations.


What you'll learn:

• How digital wallets (Apple Pay, PayPal, Venmo) now capture 60% of transactions, growing to 68% by 2026 
• Why integrated digital wallet payments show zero fraudulent transactions compared to traditional cards 
• The automation technology that saves property managers two full accounting salaries annually 
• Essential payment integration with PMS systems for seamless reconciliation 
• The dangerous 60-day e-check rule that protects against fraudulent bookings 
• Why payment processors don't consider funds "yours" until after guest check-in 
• The risk management differences between vacation rental-focused and general processors 
• How to pay 400 homeowners in 5 minutes with modern payment automation 
• The coming "pay by bank" technology that combines e-check savings with instant verification 
• Why processor selection matters beyond just transaction fees during mass cancellation events
  
  

Matthew Gurley brings over a decade of vacation rental and fintech experience, having worked at BookingPal before joining Lynnbrook. Currently serving as Director of Sales and Partner Integrations, he combines deep technical knowledge with practical understanding of property management operations. His expertise spans payment gateway technology, fraud prevention, risk management, and the critical accounting integrations that make or break operational efficiency for vacation rental companies processing everything from 50 to 5,000+ bookings annually.


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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Grace Souter, Director of Digital Marketing at Inhabit, about the fundamental shifts in marketing strategy required as vacation rental companies evolve from boutique operations to enterprise-scale businesses.


What you'll learn:

• How marketing messaging shifts from "unique and different" to "standardized and professional" during growth
• Why small companies sell experiences while large companies sell trust and consistency
• The transition from manual personalization (handwritten notes) to AI-powered automation
• Essential digital marketing tools: SEO, PPC, email marketing, and PMS integration
• How AI is revolutionizing email personalization and guest behavior analysis
• Why marketing teams can no longer be treated as an afterthought during scaling
• The balance between outsourcing marketing expertise and building in-house capabilities
• How local business partnerships create competitive advantages for smaller companies
• The challenges of maintaining company culture while implementing systematic processes
• Career lessons from building companies from scratch and working with enterprise organizations
  
  

Grace Souter brings over 15 years of vacation rental industry experience, having worked across the spectrum from startup property management companies to enterprise-level organizations like Vacasa. Currently serving as Director of Digital Marketing at Inhabit, she combines hands-on operational knowledge with sophisticated marketing strategy expertise. Her unique perspective comes from living and working on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks, one of the most competitive vacation rental markets in the United States, where she's navigated everything from hurricane evacuations to beach erosion challenges while building successful marketing campaigns.


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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Rachele Hobbs, Sue Jones, and April Burns about their groundbreaking nonprofit initiative that's transforming how the hospitality industry approaches disaster preparedness and recovery.


What you'll learn:

• How Hurricane Helene's impact on Western North Carolina sparked the creation of Hospitality Heroes
• Why disaster preparedness must begin with employees, not just properties
• The comprehensive approach covering natural disasters AND business crises (cyber attacks, data loss, key employee departures)
• How real-time crisis communication apps can save lives when traditional systems fail
• The importance of knowing where employees live and their evacuation needs
• Partnership opportunities for inventory storage, housing assistance, and job swapping during recovery
• Why three inches of water is the maximum safe driving depth during floods
• How property managers can leverage off-season inventory for employee housing during evacuations
• The role of Starlink communication when traditional infrastructure fails
• Why failure stories are as important as success stories for disaster education
  
  

Rachele Hobbs brings over 40 years of short-term rental expertise and leads the "Hobbspitality" philosophy at Hobbs Realty. Sue Jones, founder of HR4VR and U.S. Navy veteran, provides 30+ years of HR strategy across hospitality, tech, and education. April Burns combines 30+ years of hospitality training and culture-building as ICND's Senior Account Executive and self-proclaimed "Director of Fun." Together, they represent the collaborative spirit that defines the vacation rental industry's response to crisis.

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Anne Gardner, Executive Director of VRMA, about the dramatic transformation of the vacation rental industry's largest professional association and how it's adapting to serve members in an era of rapid change.


What you'll learn:

• How VRMA's "grand listening tour" transformed member feedback into actionable programming changes
• Why over 50 volunteer members now drive conference planning and education content
• The strategic shift from general programming to four distinct business learning paths
• How VRMA supports property managers navigating M&A opportunities and transitions
• Partnership strategies with advocacy groups, emergency preparedness initiatives, and industry alliances
• Why conference success should be measured by actionable takeaways, not networking quantity
• The evolution from spring forums to foundations training for career development
• How VRMA maintains community intimacy while scaling to serve thousands of members
• Strategic collaborations with Red Cross, Hospitality Heroes, and advocacy organizations
• The role of technology acceleration in creating opportunities rather than disruption
  
  

Anne Gardner brings over 25 years of association management experience, including 14 years as a chief executive, to her role leading VRMA. Her background includes serving as CEO of Cape Fear Realtors and extensive experience in organizational leadership and innovation. Under her leadership, VRMA has pivoted to become a member-driven organization focused on actionable education, strategic partnerships, and maintaining the community foundation that has made the association "positively foundational" to property management careers for four decades.

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Chapters:[00:00] Intro 
[01:34] Anne's Background: From Cape Fear Realtors to VRMA Leadership 
[03:00] Women's Summit Experience: Building Electric Industry Connections[04:35] Best Strategies for Maximizing Conference Value and ROI 
[11:21] The "One Thing That Paid for Your Ticket" Success Metric 
[13:50] Member-Driven Programming: From Feedback to Action with 50+ Volunteers 
[18:45] VRMA's Collaboration Strategy: Advocacy, Emergency Preparedness, and Industry Partnerships 
[21:16] Conference Investment: Understanding Value in Large-Scale Industry Events 
[25:09] M&A Education: Preparing Members for Industry Consolidation and Opportunities
[28:53] Community Foundation: Maintaining Intimacy While Scaling for Growth 
[31:19] VRMA 2025 Las Vegas: New Companies, First-Time Attendees, and Special Discount Code

The Vacation Rental Show is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Sue Jones, founder and owner of HR4VR and the vacation rental industry's premier HR expert, about transforming property management teams through strategic human resources practices.


What you'll learn:

• Why standardizing systems before scaling is crucial for sustainable growth
• The 20% rule that transforms managers from firefighters to strategic leaders
• How 6,000 hours of "generous" unpaid time off secretly cost one company 3 full-time employees
• The workforce planning strategies needed to prepare teams for 2028 and beyond
• Why the team you have today is the team you'll grow with
• How to shift from rewarding firefighters to building proactive cultures
• The generational workforce challenges facing property managers
• Remote work strategies that boost productivity without sacrificing accountability
• Employee handbook mistakes that create legal vulnerabilities
  
  

Sue Jones brings 30 years of HR experience, including her unique background as a Navy veteran who joined at age 17 as an electronic technician when only 4% of members were women. Her quick decision-making skills, honed in the military, have driven her success in helping property managers navigate complex HR challenges while building scalable, engaged teams.

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Derreck Kayongo, upcoming keynote speaker at Streamline Summit 2025: Soar and Executive Director of Clean Production Action, about transforming vacation rental properties through sustainable chemistry and environmental responsibility.


What you'll learn:

• Why hotels threw away 800 million bars of soap annually and how one refugee's observation created a global health solution
• The shocking reality of chemical footprints in vacation rental properties and their impact on guest health
• How property managers can reduce environmental liability through safer chemical choices
• The SELF framework (Service, Education, Leadership, Faith) for sustainable business practices
• Why chemical safety certification could become your property's competitive advantage
• How the housekeeping workforce deserves recognition as environmental heroes
• Practical steps for conducting chemical footprint analyses and implementing safer cleaning protocols
• What to expect from Derreck's keynote presentation at Streamline Summit 2025: Soar
  
  

Derreck Kayongo is the upcoming keynote speaker at Streamline Summit 2025: Soar, Executive Director of Clean Production Action, a CNN Hero, and founder of the Global Soap Project. His journey from Ugandan refugee to international changemaker has led him to develop innovative programs bridging business growth with environmental sustainability. With expertise spanning human rights, food security, and economic development, Derreck brings a unique perspective on how hospitality professionals can create positive global impact through local environmental action.

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

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In this episode of The Vacation Rental Show, host Lynell Gordon speaks with Karla Saladino, Managing Partner of Mirador Real Estate, about the complex realities of New York City's rental market and the unintended consequences of housing regulations that have created a crisis of vacant inventory amid severe housing shortages.


What you'll learn:

• Why 80,000-100,000 rent-stabilized units sit empty while New York faces a housing crisis
• How 2019 rent regulation changes eliminated renovation incentives and created perverse market dynamics
• The "Good Cause Eviction" law that retroactively changed market-rate apartment economics
• Why developers are fleeing New York due to mid-project regulatory changes
• The "show your work" principle that transforms client relationships and prevents deal renegotiation
• How to build high-volume real estate teams using experienced professionals rather than new agents
  
  

Karla Saladino is Managing Partner of Mirador Real Estate, one of New York's top-performing real estate teams with over 20 agents completing approximately 1,500 transactions annually. With over twenty years of experience and 10,000+ career transactions, Karla has built her reputation as one of Manhattan's most magnetic brokers through expertise in residential and commercial property sales, rentals, and turnaround projects. Her team specializes in reducing vacancy rates, optimizing rent rolls, and helping property owners navigate New York's complex regulatory environment. Karla's unique background includes service in the White House Office of Management and Budget, providing her with insights into policy impacts on real estate markets. Her company serves as both brokerage and marketing firm, helping clients across multiple states with property turnarounds, lease-ups, and portfolio optimization.

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Previous guests include: Jim DeVos of Best Beach Getaways, Stacy Wesson of Cascara Vacation Rentals, Michael Friedman of The Simple Life Hospitality, Steve Caron of Inhabit, John An of TechTape, Jessica Gillingham of Abode Worldwide, Justin Ford of Breezeway, Mahwussh Alam of One Perfect Stay, Lisa Stinnett of Inhabit, and many more.

Check out the three most downloaded episodes:

• Vacation Rental Stories: Episode 63 - Driving Innovation and Partnership
• Homeowners Become Family with Michael Godfrey, Owner of Michael’s Vacation Rentals
• Life in Maui as a Property Manager with Scott Jordan, Owner of Maui Life Realty

Are you a vacation rental industry leader looking to share your expertise? We're seeking innovative voices to join our conversation about growing and scaling vacation rental businesses.

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