Vermont Short-Term Rental Conference & Trade Show

March 26 & 27, 2026

Stowe, Vermont

About Vermont’s Premier Vacation Rental Conference

This event combines 2-days of in-person learning and networking for Short-Term Rental (STR) owners and Vacation Rental Managers (VRM), with ample opportunities for vacation rental service providers, government officials, and tourism operators to connect with Vermont’s STR hosts and managers.

Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available!

Why Sponsor the VTSTRA Conference?

  • Targeted Exposure to a Growing Market — Expecting 200 attendees!
    Connect directly with short-term rental owners, co-hosts, and property managers in Vermont and the surrounding region—an engaged audience actively seeking tools, services, and local partnerships to elevate their businesses.

  • Powerful Brand Visibility & Positioning — No more than 36 vendors!
    Boost your brand’s presence through multi-channel marketing, on-site recognition, and opportunities to showcase your products or services that support Vermont’s boutique vacation rental industry.

  • High-Value Networking & Lead Generation
    Build lasting relationships with potential customers, business partners, and friends in a face-to-face setting that fosters trust, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

  • Align with Local Goals & Expectations
    Demonstrate your commitment to Vermont’s vacation rental tourism economy and join the locally-driven movement to support responsible STR management practices and reasonable regulations.

“Unbelievably valuable!”

Hear what past attendees and sponsors had to say about the VTSTRA conference!

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Call for Speakers

Pitch us your best idea! This year, we’re looking for engaging and interactive educational content that focuses on:

  • Local & State Regulations

  • Safety Requirements & Considerations

  • Traveler Trends & Data

  • Financial Best Practices

  • Legal Challenges & Case Studies

  • Guest Relations & Communication

  • Direct Booking Marketing

  • Property Services

  • Creative Business Collaborations

  • Alternative & Innovative Opportunities

  • Essential & Emerging Technology & Products

  • Sustainability & Ecotourism Practices

  • and more

Disclaimer: As a nonprofit organization, we are unfortunately unable to offer financial compensation to our speakers. We deeply appreciate your willingness to share your expertise in support of our mission. We kindly ask that all presentations remain educational and unbiased, avoiding sales pitches or endorsements of specific companies, products, or services.

Schedule

NOTE: This is a tentative outline and is subject to change.

  • 7:00am - 10:00am -- Registration Open / Vendor Setup

    10:00am - 12:00pm -- Plenary Sessions & Networking

    12:00pm - 1:00pm -- Lunch

    2:00pm - 5:00pm -- Sessions & Networking

    5:00pm - 6:00pm -- Welcome Reception

  • 8:00am - 9:00am — Breakfast

    9:00am - 12:00pm — Plenary Sessions & Networking

    12:00pm - 1:00pm — Lunch

    2:00pm - 5:00pm — Sessions & Networking

    5:00pm - 6:00pm -- Closing Reception / Vendor Break Down