VRMA Committees

VRMA Committees

The call for volunteers to serve on committees in 2025 is now closed. Members who applied will be contacted by early January regarding their volunteer status. Thank you to everyone who applied! Learn more about each committee below. 

For any questions about committees, please contact vrma@vrma.org.

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Ambassador Committee

The Ambassador Committee is responsible for welcoming and engaging new members. Ambassadors serve as an important resource to help new members make the most of their VRMA membership.

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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 (STVR) from regulatory action at the state and local levels.

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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.

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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 develops and oversees VRMA's year-round educational programming while assessing member needs to deliver relevant webinars, articles, and learning opportunities that advance industry knowledge.

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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

(New!) Executive Summit Planning Committee

The Executive Summit Education Planning Committee oversees and shapes the educational programming for VRMA's 2025 Executive Summit, focusing on identifying and addressing the learning needs of executive-level attendees through strategic session planning and high-caliber speaker selection. The group is tasked with developing innovative educational content that delivers value to senior vacation rental management professionals.

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Members coming soon.

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.

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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 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.

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Lino Maldonado (Co-Chair), BeHome247

Julie Marks (Co-Chair), 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

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     

(New!) International Conference Planning Committee

The International Conference Planning Committee oversees educational programming, networking, and overall attendee experience for VRMA's International Conference. The committee will develop strategies, assess attendee needs, and review speaker submissions. This group aims to create a robust, scalable event experience that aligns with VRMA's strategic goals of member success and growth.

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Members coming soon.

Marketing and Editorial Committee

The Marketing and Editorial Committee oversees and provides input into VRMA's marketing and communications activities to promote the association's mission, vision, and strategic plan.

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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

Miles Chew, Compass Resorts Vacation Rentals

Brynn Flaherty, Studio82 Digital

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 members to renew.

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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.

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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.

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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