Simon Lehmann is one of the most experienced operators and advisors in the global short-term rental industry. Through his advisory practice, he works directly with professional STR businesses on strategy, growth, and the decisions that determine whether they scale or stall.His career spans twenty years inside STR and thirty-plus years of CEO, board, and M&A experience across hospitality and travel. CEO of Interhome, Europe's largest vacation rental company, with 32,000 properties across 29 countries. Deputy CEO of Hotelplan Group. Co-Founder and Chairman of Vacasa Europe. President of Phocuswright. Board member of HomeAway through its $3.9 billion acquisition by Expedia. Most recently, chairman of MadeComfy through its acquisition by OYO in 2025 for over $50 million.