In this episode of STR Datalab, Jamie Lane is joined by Demi Horvat, CEO of AirDNA, and Vinny Breslin, founder of Uplisting, as they dive into the exciting news of AirDNA's recent acquisition of Uplisting, marking a significant union of two major players in the short-term rental industry. Vinny shares the journey of Uplisting, from its early days in London to becoming a powerhouse in the Airbnb software space. The discussion covers the challenges faced, milestones achieved, and the pivotal role Uplisting plays in streamlining property management for hosts. Demi sheds light on the strategic rationale behind the acquisition, emphasizing the desire to bridge the gap between property acquisition and operations. The goal is to simplify the lives of short-term rental hosts by offering a comprehensive suite of tools under one umbrella. The episode delves into the key differentiators of Uplisting, such as reliability and customer support, and explores why a Property Management System (PMS) is crucial, especially as hosts expand beyond platforms like Airbnb. The episode wraps up by highlighting the vision for the combined forces of AirDNA and Uplisting, envisioning a streamlined experience for hosts, catering to a wider market, and addressing the unique needs of smaller operators. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the short-term rental space, offering insights into industry dynamics, the power of acquisitions, and the evolution of property management systems. You don’t want to miss this episode! ~~~~ https://www.airdna.co/airdna-acquires-uplisting-press-release https://www.uplisting.io/ ~~~~ Signup for AirDNA for FREE👇 https://app.airdna.co/data  ~~~~ Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn and Twitter:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiehlane/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jamie_Lane  ~~~~ Connect with AirDNA on LinkedIn, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airdna/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/airdna  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@airdna.co  Instagram: https://instagram.com/airdna.co  ~~~~ Find AirDNA at these upcoming events!  https://www.airdna.co/events-airdna  Episode 64