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 hundreds of new and experienced short-term rental (STR) owners, vacation rental managers (VRM), co-hosts, vacation rental service providers, government officials, and local tourism operators.
Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available!
Why Sponsor the VTSTRA Conference?
Targeted Exposure to a Growing Market — Up to 300 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 (or sell!) 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:
Marketing Insights & Strategies
Regulations & Property Rights
Safety Requirements & Considerations
Traveler Trends & Data
Financial Management Best Practices
Investment Strategies
Small Business Development
Legal Challenges & Case Studies
Guest Relations & Communication
Direct Booking Strategies
Property Services with ROI
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.
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7:00am - 10:00am -- Registration Open / Vendor Setup
10:00am - 12:00pm -- Plenary Sessions & Networking
12:00pm - 1:00pm -- Lunch
2:00pm - 5:00pm -- Plenary Sessions & Networking
5:00pm - 6:00pm -- Sponsored Reception
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8:00am - 9:00am — Breakfast
9:00am - 12:00pm — Concurrent Sessions & Networking
12:00pm - 1:00pm — Lunch
2:00pm - 5:00pm — Concurrent Sessions & Networking
5:00pm - 6:00pm -- Closing Reception / Vendor Break Down
