Innovate. Navigate. Collaborate. Annual Conference October 31 - November 3, 2010 San Antonio, Texas

Networking at the Annual Conference
Collaboration is key in the vacation rental industry. Whether discussing trends with colleagues, gaining new ideas from peers, or getting tips from suppliers, you are sure to leave the Annual Conference with a stronger network of industry partners.

Collaboration Tables
Back by popular demand! Collaboration Tables were one of the most highly rated elements of this year’s Regional Seminars. Each table will feature a discussion topic with an expert assigned to facilitate conversation. This small group interaction allows participants to have meaningful, in depth conversations on topics that matter to them. Collaboration Tables will be held during the Monday lunch for concentrated time dedicated to a single topic, and again on Wednesday morning in a more free-flowing set-up so participants can visit as many topics as they choose.

Quick Connect
New this year, VRMA is hosting "speed dating” style meetings for suppliers and vacation rental managers to have short, pre-scheduled appointments. Participants must sign up for these meetings prior to the conference. Suppliers will sign up for tables and vacation rental managers will sign up for 12-minute meetings with up to nine suppliers. Suppliers are currently signing up to participate (deadline: August 31) and vacation rental managers will be able to indicate which suppliers they want to meet with beginning in September. Check back for more information.

Vendor Showcase
VRMA supplier members provide invaluable services and products to vacation rental managers. These industry collaborators are critical to the success of vacation rental companies. Expanded Showcase times and features will allow managers to fully take advantage of everything suppliers have to offer. Suppliers: Register for the Showcase by August 31 for priority booth placement. Vacation Rental Managers: Learn more about the exhibiting companies.

Knibbe Ranch Event
Saddle up, pardner – we’re going on an excursion! The Tuesday night party will be held at Knibbe Ranch, a working cattle ranch about 45-minutes outside the city. Conference attendees will be bused to the ranch where they will enjoy an evening of great food, margaritas, bull riding, line dancing, and so much more. VRMA members know how to have fun and this will be a party you won’t forget!