Bootcamps

Get Ready for an Exciting Pre-Conference Bootcamp Experience!

Join us for an immersive and informative pre-conference bootcamp session designed to elevate your skills and knowledge in key areas of the vacation rental industry. Our expert-led sessions will provide you with practical insights, hands-on learning, and real-world examples to help you succeed. Whether you're looking to build your advocacy efforts, master storytelling, or enhance your operations department, there's something for everyone.

Bootcamps are 3-hour sessions that deep-dive into popular industry topics. Each hour will build upon itself, and attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers and workshop the topics and skills learned.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and network with industry experts. Secure your spot today and take the next step in your professional journey at the VRMA International Conference.

Individual Registration  Group Registration  

Pre-registration is required for all bootcamps. Secure your spot today by emailing registration@vrma.org. 

View bootcamp prices in the session descriptions below.

Bootcamp Buy-One-Bring-One (BOGO) Deal

Anyone who has registered and paid for a bootcamp session, has the opportunity to bring a colleague (for FREE) to the same bootcamp or another one. To take advantage of this deal, please email registration@vrma.org with the first and last name, email, and company name of the person you would like to give your "free" pass to. 

 

 Monday, October 14 | 1-4 p.m.

FREE Advocacy Bootcamp (Part 2): Building Political Power in Your Local Community

Sponsored by Inhabit

Leveraging the fundamentals from the Introductory Advocacy Bootcamp (from the 2023 VRMA International Conference), learn important next steps about building political power. You will be able to learn through engaging in the political process and establishing community partnerships to protect your business from harmful government action. Our presenters will share real-life examples of successful best practices from industry peers across the US and how they affect positive change with government officials.
 
Please note: this is intended for those who took the Introductory Advocacy Bootcamp last year and/or those who have more experience with advocacy within the industry or in their local community. 

Price: FREE (Sponsored by Inhabit)

Track: Advocacy

Speaker: 

 

Nick Scarci 
Director of Government Affairs
VRMA HQ

  

 

The Essential Operations Boot Camp: Building a Stronger Back of House

This bootcamp is designed for anyone in operations, supervisor, or manager roles to dive deep into all aspects of operations. While you already know the basics of maintenance, laundry, and housekeeping, this session will elevate your skills to the next level.

You’ll hear from seasoned professionals on managing laundry services, including whether to outsource or bring it in-house. Our presenters will also share information about maintenance and housekeeping, strategies for setting up departments like this, and how to manage these departments efficiently. They will also discuss products and services you can use to be timelier and more effective.

Price: $125

Track: Operations (Property Services)

Speakers: 

Sean Kemper 
Owner
ETI Solutions LLC

 Joe Refosco
Owner 
Timber Rock Village

 

 

Conquer Storytelling for a Resilient and Profitable Business

Crafting a story that connects with your audience is a skill that is applied to all aspects of your marketing: new homeowner clients, listing descriptions, guest communications, social media, advocacy, and more.

This workshop will be in-depth and hands-on as you:

  • Dissect how a story is created
  • Learn the principles that make a great story
  • Draft and edit several stories in a variety of forms

Formats covered will include text, graphics, audio, video, and comedy. You’ll have the opportunity to interact throughout the workshop to build and strengthen your storytelling skill set to apply to your business goals of resilience, profitability, and longevity.

Bring your smartphone fully charged and your favorite writing utensil with a notebook to use as tools during the workshop.

Price: $125

Track: Guest Journey

Speaker:

 

Tyann Marcink Hammond 
Queen of Guest Experience
Touch Stay

  

Cancellation Policy : Refunds, less a $100 administrative fee, will be given for cancellations prior to September 6, 2024. No refunds will be granted after this date. All cancellations must be submitted via email to registration@vrma.org. Registrations are transferable between individuals from the same company. This cancellation policy applies to paid registrants and participants using the Buy-One-Bring-One deal.

Disclaimer: All sessions at the VRMA International Conference will be conducted in English. For translator referrals, please contact us at vrma@vrma.org.
 

Terms & Conditions 

View the conference terms and conditions here.