Volunteering with VRMA allows you to contribute your skills and experience to advance the association, expand your professional network, and give back to the industry. Learn more about each committee below, read the 2024 Committee Charters. VRMA accepts new committee volunteers once per year. The call for 2025 committees will open this fall. For any questions about committees, please contact vrma@vrma.org.
View 2024 Committee Charters
Ambassador Committee
The Ambassador Committee is responsible for welcoming and engaging new members. Ambassadors serve as a resource to help new members make the most of their VRMA membership.
Michael Lester (Co-Chair), Casiola
Katie Bien (Co-Chair), Vintory
Tom Goodwin, Mountain Laurel Chalets
Steve Trover, Better Talent
Jonathan Fonvielle , Atlantic Vacation Homes
Lui King, Safely
Krista Goodrich, Salty Dog Vacations
Natalia Holshouser, Coastal Carolina Vacations
Elaine Stitcher, Seaside Vacations & Sales
Board Liaison - Doug Brindley, Brindley Beach Vacations
Staff Liaison - Lauren Bauer
Advocacy Fund Committee
The Advocacy Fund Committee works to raise money for the Advocacy Fund, which supports projects to protect the Short-Term Vacation Rental industry from regulatory action at the state and local levels.
Michelle Williams (Co-Chair), Atlantic Vacation Homes
Koryn Okey (Co-Chair), Breezeway
Scott Leggat, Inhabit
Doug Brindley, Brindley Beach Vacations
Toby Babich, Breckenridge Resort Managers
Staff Liaison - Nick Scarci
Fundraising Consultant- Heather Rath
Collaborative Committee
The Collaborative Committee reviews requests from local and state STVR alliances to protect their industry from harmful regulation. Projects include studies, public relations campaigns, research data, lobbyists, and more.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee develops strategies for and incorporates ideas into VRMA initiatives that ensure a diverse and inclusive membership.
Margot Schmorak (Co-Chair), Hostfully
Jeffrey Breece (Co-Chair), Beyond Pricing
Etienne Aduya, Vacasa LLC
April Burns, InterCoastal Net Designs (ICND)
Anna Lewis, Gulf Coast Beachfronts
Ken Willis, DeBordieu Rentals & Palmetto Vacation Services
Mateo Bradford , Homes & Villas by Marriott International
Cassidy Bower, VayKLife
Dawn Yeskulsky, PMS Pros Consulting
Omar Akdeniz, Plus Vacation Homes
Rasheid Scarlett, Great Dwellings
Board Liaison - Susan Blizzard, Blizzard Consulting LLC
Staff Liaison - Jeffrey Ostrander
Education Committee
The Education Committee provides strategic input and oversight for educational opportunities for vacation rental management professionals.
Emily Pattillo (Co-Chair)
Dave Roberts (Co-Chair), Outer Banks Blue
Vered Shwarz, Guesty
Laura Reines, Juniper Holiday+Home
Dawn Yeskulsky, PMS Pros Consulting
Leslie Adcock, Finger Lakes Premier Properties
Jessica Gillingham, Abode Worldwide
Tiffany Hobbs Wilson, Hobbs Realty
Michael Lester, Casiola LLC
Ryan Saylor, Beyond
Sherry Moore, Crye Leike Gulf Coast Real Estate & Vacation Rentals
Board Liaison - VACANT
Staff Liaison - Lauren Lawson and Emily Uligian
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee plays a crucial role in overseeing the financial health and sustainability of the organization, responsible for reviewing financial statements and providing strategic financial guidance.
Rolf Blizzard (chair), Atlantic Realty
Michelle Williams, Atlantic Vacation Homes
Bob Milne, Vacasa, LLC
Brandon Sauls, InterCoastal Net Designs (ICND)
Staff Liaisons – Anne Gardner and Jeffrey Ostrander
Government Affairs & Public Policy Committee
The Government Affairs Committee monitors government-related matters, develops policy recommendations, and supports initiatives to advocate for the common interests of vacation rental managers.
Lino Maldonado (Chair), BeHome247
Julie Marks, Vermont Short Term Rental Alliance
Jamie Michel, Smart City Policy Group
John An, Ohana Stay, LLC
Alonda Miller, LiveRez Inc.
Amber Ngo, Maui Paradise Properties
Jacqueline Wilson, Biloxi Beach Resort Rentals, LLC
Kristin Kelly Freeman, BlueStar Real Estate
William Gibbs, Domain Homesharing Management, LLC
Kelly Hill, DoneRight Management, LLC
Lyndsey Garza, Galveston Vacation Real Estate
Jamie Lane, AirDNA
Brian Holt, VRP Partners
Rolf Blizzard, Atlantic Realty
Elizabeth Petro, Beachside Getaway
Scott Leggat, Inhabit
Raven Petty, iTrip
Robert Gilstrap , Suite Stays Atlanta, LLC
Ryan Guidry, Swell Bike Co
Noah Stewart, Expedia Group
Tiffany Edwards, Newman-Dailey Resort Properties
Krista Goodrich, Salty Dog Vacations
Mackenzie Liles, BlueStar Real Estate
Board Liaison - Rolf Blizzard, Atlantic Realty
Staff Liaisons - Nick Scarci & Alex McIntyre
Marketing & Editorial Committee
The Marketing & Editorial Committee oversees and provides input into VRMA's marketing and communications activities to promote the association's mission, vision, and strategic plan.
April Burns (Chair), InterCoastal Net Designs (ICND)
Tom Goodwin, Mountain Laurel Chalets
Pamela Graves-Longley, LUXEHAUS
Courtney Ross, Sawgrass Marketing
Angela Schnell, Island Realty
Jahya Costa, Maui Paradise Properties
Kate Robson, Stay Charlottesville
Kristina Sprindyte, AirDNA
Miles Chew, Compass Resorts Vacation Rentals
Brynn Flaherty, Studio82 Digital
Scott Crumpton, White Stone Marketing
Kathy Kelly, Digs Vacation Rentals
Justin Panzer, TravelNet Solutions
Board Liaison - VACANT
Staff Liaison - Kevin Hurley
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee develops new and innovative ways to attract new members and encourage membership renewal.
Ed Ulmer (Chair), Barefoot Technologies
Jodi Refosco, Timber Rock Village
Melanie Durham, Mill Pond Realty
Ashley Alderman, Host Tempo
Annie Holcombe, NextPax
Meaghan Moylan, Outpost
Nicole Rosado, SkyRun St Augustine
Ken Willis, Peace Vacations, DeBordieu Rentals, Keys Holiday Rentals & Palmetto Vacation Services
Board Liaison - Jodi Refosco, Timber Rock Village
Staff Liaison - Sarah Mullen
Supplier Advisory Council
The Supplier Advisory Council is an opportunity for VRMA suppliers to interact directly with VRMA board members and staff on a regular basis to share their ideas and feedback on VRMA programs and supplier opportunities.
Jeff Iloulian (Chair), HostGPO
Scott Leggatt, Inhabit
Sue Jones, HR4VR
Julie Brinkman, Beyond
Tyann Marcink, Touch Stay
Paul Zukauskas, Guesty
Kathryn Raimer, LG Electronics USA
BJ Shell, Expedia Group
Aviva Llorens, PriceLabs
Brian Butler, EZcare
Jeff Robertson, ShortCut$ to Revenue
Lui King, Safely
Max Farley, Sojo
Board Liaison - Brandon Sauls, InterCoastal Net Designs (ICND)
Staff Liaison - Kevin McDonnell & Jackie Janus
VRHP Content Committee
The VRHP Content Committee is an opportunity for VRHP members to provide strategic goals and oversight for educational content to VRHP members on topics related to housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, and operations.
Sean Kemper (Chair), ETI Solutions LLC
Brian Butler, EZcare
Caio Gansauskas Pavanelli, PMI Clearwater (Florida)
Natalia Holshouser, Coastal Carolina Vacations
Leslie Adcock, Finger Lakes Premier Properties
Board Liaison - VACANT
Staff Liaison - Lauren Lawson