About this event
We’re excited to invite you to a practical, no-fluff webinar with Hostfully, where Conrad O'Connell (Founder of BuildUp Bookings), Eli Pritykin (CEO of Hudson Creative) and Eddie Love (Owner & CEO of Mountain Mama) will break down exactly how to build a marketing engine that drives direct bookings…so you can reduce reliance on OTAs, increase your margins, and grow with confidence. Getting consistent direct bookings is one of the biggest challenges for short-term rental operators. Without the right foundation, it can feel like you’re spending time and money on marketing that doesn’t convert.
In this session, we’ll show you how to build that engine from the ground up and how to scale it once it’s working...
What’s in it for you?
Here’s a sneak peek at the game-changing topics we’ll cover:
🎯 Starting with Branding & Guest Persona: Learn how to clearly define your brand and ideal guest so your marketing attracts the right bookings from the start.
📣 How to Build Ads That Drive Your First Direct Bookings: We’ll break down simple, effective ad strategies you can launch quickly to start generating demand.
🌐 Website Tips & Tricks That Drive More Results: Discover how to turn your website into a high-converting booking channel with a few key optimizations.
📧 The Value of Email Marketing to Past Guests: Unlock repeat revenue by re-engaging past guests and turning them into loyal, direct-booking customers.
📈 Advanced Tips for Scaling Property Managers: Ready to grow? Learn the strategies and systems that help you scale your portfolio without losing control.
💬 Live Q&A on Direct Bookings & Growth: Bring your questions. We’ll answer pre-submitted questions and open it up live.
Why You Can’t Miss This Webinar
If you’ve ever struggled to get direct bookings, felt too dependent on OTAs, or wondered how top operators scale their marketing, this session is for you. Walk away with clear, actionable strategies to grow your bookings, revenue, and brand.
📅 Date: May 7th, 2026
🕒 Time: 2:00 PM ET
🌐 Location: Online (link provided upon registration)
👉 Register now to secure your spot!
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