STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann: Unfiltered knowledge for the short term rental industry
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<p>The short-term rental industry is evolving fast, and Simon Lehmann isn’t afraid to say what others won’t.<br><br>STR Global Unlocked is where property managers, STR tech founders, vacation rental investors, and hospitality leaders get real about the business. Each episode breaks down what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s coming next: property management operations, direct bookings, vacation rental software, pricing strategies, mergers and acquisitions in real estate, professional host challenges, and the future of automation, AI, and tech stacks.<br><br></p><p>Hosted by Simon Lehmann, CEO of AJL Atelier and one of the most trusted voices in the global STR space, the show delivers unfiltered conversations with the people shaping the industry. Simon has decades of experience in vacation rentals, travel tech, and hospitality, including leadership roles at Vacasa Europe, PhocusWright and HomeAway.<br><br></p><p>If you’re scaling a property management company, building short-term rental technology, investing in vacation rentals, or entering this fast-moving market, this podcast is your seat at the table. </p>
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
The Margin Mistake Killing Most STR Companies!
Simon Lehmann, a short-term rental industry expert, reveals the critical margin mistakes that cripple most STR companies, offering insights into true profit benchmarks for various business models.
June 9, 2026
036: How to Build a Business That AI Can’t Replace | Siddhi Mittal
Host Simon Lehmann interviews Siddhi Mittal, co-founder of yhangry, about building an AI-resistant hospitality business through native workflows and human-centric strategies.
June 2, 2026
035: The Best Way to Make Money in Property Management | Julie Brinkmann
Host Simon Lehmann interviews Julie Brinkmann, CEO of Beyond, as they reveal how short-term rental operators can achieve profit-first property management through advanced data and AI strategies.
38 total episodes available with 30 transcripts
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- What is STR Global Unlocked with Simon Lehmann: Unfiltered knowledge for the short term rental industry?
<p>The short-term rental industry is evolving fast, and Simon Lehmann isn’t afraid to say what others won’t.<br><br>STR Global Unlocked is where property managers, STR tech founders, vacation rental investors, and hospitality leaders get real about the business. Each episode breaks down what’s working, what’s broken, and what’s coming next: property management operations, direct bookings, vacation rental software, pricing strategies, mergers and acquisitions in real estate, professional host challenges, and the future of automation, AI, and tech stacks.<br><br></p><p>Hosted by Simon Lehmann, CEO of AJL Atelier and one of the most trusted voices in the global STR space, the show delivers unfiltered conversations with the people shaping the industry. Simon has decades of experience in vacation rentals, travel tech, and hospitality, including leadership roles at Vacasa Europe, PhocusWright and HomeAway.<br><br></p><p>If you’re scaling a property management company, building short-term rental technology, investing in vacation rentals, or entering this fast-moving market, this podcast is your seat at the table. </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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