SCHEDULE DETAILS MAIN EVENT - DAY 2

Day 2 of Strive to Thrive Melbourne brings an action-packed lineup of expert speakers, dynamic panel discussions, and interactive sessions designed to inspire and empower. Gain fresh insights, explore emerging trends, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of business. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and thrive!

9:30 - 10:00 AM

Registration

10:00 - 10:15 AM

Opening Remarks

Bart Sobies

Lauren Heys

10:15 - 10:50 AM

The 5 Breakpoints Of Scale: Lessons From Building To 40,000 Properties

Steve Schwab

10:50 - 11:25 AM

The Guest Experience Blueprint: What the Best Operators Do Differently

Antoinette Guerrera

Georgia Smith

Sarah Clark

Mark Hodge

11:25 - 12:00 PM

Behind The Scenes: Structuring A 25%+ Margin STR Business

Lisa Peterson

Georgia McAleer

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 - 1:35 PM

The Game Changer: Why Understanding Your Guest Is A Revenue Strategy

Daniel Rouquette

1:35 - 2:10 PM

Winning Owners: How To Build And Scale An STR Portfolio

Tom Ormerod

Pete Smith

Sean Rakidzich

Chris de Closey

Craig McIntosh

2:10 - 2:45 PM

The Titans Panel: Scale, Structure & Where The Industry Is Heading

Bart Sobies

Billy Crock

Quirin Schwaighofer

Will Creedon

Steve Schwab

2:45 - 3:15 PM

Afternoon Canapes

3:15 - 3:35 PM

DIY Photography Masterclass: How To Shoot Like A Pro

Dave McGree

3:35 - 4:05 PM

The AI-Powered STR Business: Tools, Frameworks, And The Future

Dan de Witte

Chavdar Marinov

Sam Steel

4:05 - 4:25 PM

Pricing For Success: Turning Insights Into Income

Roman Solyanyk

4:25 - 5:00 PM

The Confession Wall - What Were Your Biggest Mistakes And What Can We Learn

Yoav Tourel

Lauren Heys

Chris de Closey

Agung Juliarta

5:00 - 5:15 PM

Closing Remarks

5:15 - 6:00 PM

Networking Drinks

6:00 - 9:30 PM

Celebration, Dinner, Awards & Networking

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11 + 12 OF MARCH 2026 MELBOURNE

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