April 30th, 2025, 10:00 am PT / Category: Interviews
What do short-term rental owners need to know about direct booking and how is it shaping the future of travel tech?
In this episode of dojo.live, we sit down with Eric Goldreyer, Founder and CEO of Savvy, to unpack the next evolution of direct bookings in the short-term rental (STR) space. With a legacy that stretches from BedandBreakfast.com to today’s AI-powered tools, Eric shares how Savvy is helping property managers move beyond reliance on OTAs and build stronger, more profitable guest relationships. This conversation dives into what makes the STR booking journey unique, where hotels and vacation rentals can learn from each other, and how personalization, mobile-first design, and real-time data are reshaping the digital storefront. From tech integrations to new revenue strategies, Eric offers both a bold vision and practical steps for STR operators looking to future-proof their business.
About Eric Goldreyer
Eric Goldreyer is an established 25+ year leader in travel and hospitality. He is the CEO and owner of Savvy (previously bnbfinder) – the book direct marketplace for professionally run vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, inns, and boutique hotels – without service fees.
Previously, Eric co-founded TurnKey Vacation Rentals, which became North America’s second largest property management company, acquired by Vacasa in 2021. In 1995, he founded Bedandbreakfast.com, growing it into the world’s largest online B&B directory, acquired by HomeAway (now VRBO) in 2010.
