"I get the latest updates from Advocacy regulations around the country as well as the latest and greatest amenities from our suppliers that help maintain and grow my business."
"Being part of VRMA means having access to more than just resources—it means being connected to a network of industry leaders who support and inspire each other. The insights and tools VRMA provides have been essential in shaping Timber Rock Village's success."
"The strong personal connections among members foster collaboration and drive industry advancement."
"Being a VRMA member provides access to a network of like-minded professionals and educational opportunities that help us refine our strategies and stay competitive in an evolving market. "
"I’ve been a member for VRMA for more than 5 years and for me, the ROI is in the people. The connections I have made and the immense value I’ve gained from the wealth of knowledge that everyone brings to the table makes re-upping my membership every year an absolute no-brainer."
"More than anything, VRMA has given me an incredible network of industry professionals who have become not just business connections, but lifelong friends. The learning opportunities have been invaluable, and being part of a group that actively advocates for the vacation rental industry has been a game changer. In my role at Inhaven, those connections and insights help me better understand what property managers need and how we can support them in a meaningful way."
Shawn Achor Chief Executive Officer BetterUp
Bio
After spending twelve years at Harvard University, Shawn Achor became one of the world’s leading researchers on the connection between a positive brain and success. He has traveled to more than 50 countries studying how beliefs predict performance, resilience, and well-being.
Shawn is a NYTimes bestselling author of multiple books, including The Happiness Advantage, which has sold more than one million copies worldwide.
His research has been featured on the cover of Harvard Business Review, his TED Talk is among the most viewed of all time, and his PBS program has reached millions of viewers. In the field, Shawn has worked with one-third of the Fortune 100, as well as the NFL, NASA, and six battalions of U.S. Marines at Camp Pendleton. He has been interviewed twice by Oprah Winfrey at her home and is one of only two external speakers ever invited to address the President’s staff at Camp David.
Of all his work, Shawn is most proud of his impact in low-income schools and being a father to his two young children.
Glenn Fogel Chief Executive Officer Booking.com
As Booking.com’s Chief Executive Officer, Glenn D. Fogel is responsible for the global strategy and operations of Booking.com, including the management of all business units within the organisation.
Glenn also serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Booking Holdings, the parent company of Booking.com and other digital brands, a position he has held since January 2017.
Prior to his current roles, Glenn served as Booking Holdings’ Head of Worldwide Strategy and Planning, where he led major strategic initiatives including the key acquisitions of Booking.com, KAYAK, OpenTable, RentalCars.com and Agoda.com. He also served as the Executive Vice President of the Corporate Development division, responsible for worldwide mergers, acquisitions and strategic alliances.
Prior to joining Booking Holdings in February 2000, Glenn was a trader at a global asset management firm and prior to that, he began his career as an investment banker specializing in the air transportation industry.
Mr. Fogel is a retired member of the New York State Bar. Fogel is a graduate of Harvard Law School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics degree from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.
Stay tuned for more speaker announcements over the coming weeks and months! Over 50 experts and visionaries will be taking the stage to spark creativity and drive meaningful change across the industry.