HOST SMARTER: The STR Playbook - Building Profitable Short-Term Rentals
6 attendees from 4 groups hosting
Hosted by Cleveland Real Estate Think Tank
Details
Join Women Who Invest CLE for an educational and empowering evening designed for women looking to start or scale profitable short-term rental (STR) investments.
Whether you’re considering your first Airbnb, already operating an STR, or investing in properties to maximize cash flow, this event will walk you through the key pillars of successful hosting — from financing and design to guest experience and profitability.
You’ll hear from industry professionals who actively work in real estate, lending, hospitality, and interior design, sharing real-world strategies and insights you can apply immediately.
What you’ll learn:
- How to analyze STR opportunities with confidence
- Financing and lending considerations for short-term rentals
- Design and staging strategies that increase bookings and nightly rates
- Hospitality tips that improve guest experience and reviews
- Common mistakes to avoid when hosting or investing in STRs
Featured Speakers:
- Renee Velasquez — Property Manager, Realtor & Investor
- Jenny Gennaro — Interior Designer & President, Cleveland Chapter
- Sam Wheeler — Hospitality Consultant with Traveluxe
- Chrissi Sanders — VP of Sales, Equity CMG & President, Columbus Chapter (Host)
📅 Date: January 22, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Green Goat Café
2125 E Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
AI summary
By Meetup
An evening session for women starting or scaling profitable short-term rentals (STRs); learn financing, design, and guest-experience strategies to boost bookings and cash flow.
AI summary
By Meetup
An evening session for women starting or scaling profitable short-term rentals (STRs); learn financing, design, and guest-experience strategies to boost bookings and cash flow.
