In this episode, hosts John and Mateo sit down with Nick Mote, CEO and Founder of Automate, JetML, and Oregon Labs. Nick shares his journey into the short-term rental industry, from his background in marketing to his ventures in machine learning and AI.

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Episode Highlights

• Nick shares insights into his diverse background, from his early interest in tech and computers to his marketing role at Tree Top during the recession.
• The journey takes a turn towards machine learning as Nick describes his experience at Vacasa, where he played a pivotal role in developing a groundbreaking 365-day daily pricing model.
• Venturing into Entrepreneurship: The conversation unfolds as Nick discusses his entrepreneurial spirit, leading to the inception of JetML in 2018, aimed at empowering data scientists to produce their work efficiently.
• Nike and the Sneakerhead Culture: Nick delves into his role at Nike, where he worked on predicting digital line attendance for sneaker drops, offering a fascinating glimpse into the sneakerhead culture.
• Rented and the AI Tools: Nick's journey continues with his collaboration with Rented, contributing to the development of AI-driven revenue management tools.
• Saving Time with AI: John shares his thoughts on using AutoMate, emphasizing the time-saving aspect. With the Pro version and personalized input, the tool adapts to sound more authentic, providing valuable time efficiency.
• Average Time Savings: John and Mateo discuss the significant time savings per listing, a crucial win for property managers. Nick highlights how the tool helps instantly generate quality descriptions, eliminating the bottleneck of waiting for freelance copywriters.
• AI as an Equalizer: Mateo sees AutoMate as an equalizing tool, accessible to property owners, managers, and hosts of all sizes. It addresses the challenge of crafting compelling descriptions, making it an invaluable resource for anyone in the industry.
• The Challenge of Fresh Descriptions: Nick discusses the tool's potential to rewrite bad descriptions and the opportunity to update listings multiple times a year. He envisions incorporating event data, allowing managers to highlight local events in their descriptions dynamically.
• Integration and Future Plans: Nick explains the simplicity of adopting AutoMate without integration hassles. While an API is available, future plans include potential integration with PMSs or other services, enhancing scalability and usability.
• No-Risk Proposal: The hosts and Nick agree that AutoMate's trial-first approach is a no-risk proposal, allowing users to experience its benefits firsthand. The tool's ability to enhance property rankings and increase guest conversions while saving time makes it a compelling solution.
• Challenges of AI Adoption: The conversation delves into the challenges of AI adoption, emphasizing the importance of user engagement and responsible use. Nick encourages industry professionals to consider how tech tools can elevate the guest experience rather than replace the human touch.

As the episode concludes, Nick leaves listeners with a challenge: to think about how technology can be leveraged to elevate hospitality without compromising the human element. The future of AI in the short-term rental industry holds exciting possibilities, and AutoMate Vacations aims to be at the forefront of this transformative journey.

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