Gather | Connect | Grow 11-12 Feb. - Bangkok 2026
Our Master of Ceromonies
Our Strategist in Disguise
Our Strategist in Disguise
From day one, Bruno Barone has been on this journey with STRA. His support, energy, and insights have been invaluable as we have shaped an 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁, 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 movement.
For over 14 years in Phuket, Bruno has built deep roots in the community — not just as an entrepreneur, but as someone who understands how �
From day one, Bruno Barone has been on this journey with STRA. His support, energy, and insights have been invaluable as we have shaped an 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁, 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 movement.
For over 14 years in Phuket, Bruno has built deep roots in the community — not just as an entrepreneur, but as someone who understands how 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮. His story is a reminder that STR is not only about business — it’s about connection, culture, and belonging.
Connecting ideas, people, and opportunities with true passion
It is a privilege to share that Bruno will be our 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗖 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗸𝗼𝗸, 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, bringing his energy and vision to the stage as STR delegates gather from across Asia.
Our Strategist in Disguise
Our Strategist in Disguise
Our Strategist in Disguise
Known as the “Strategist in Disguise,”
Nur Wulan T. brings more than a decade of experience across airlines, OTAs, hotel tech, and short-term rentals.
She has a reputation for cutting through
complexity, predicting market shifts before they trend, and simplifying the sharp edges of strategy so others can act with clarity.
What makes Wulan’
Known as the “Strategist in Disguise,”
Nur Wulan T. brings more than a decade of experience across airlines, OTAs, hotel tech, and short-term rentals.
She has a reputation for cutting through
complexity, predicting market shifts before they trend, and simplifying the sharp edges of strategy so others can act with clarity.
What makes Wulan’s role vital to STRA is not only her insight, but her ability to turn analysis into impact. Whether advising villa operators, hotel groups, or platforms, she ensures Asia’s STR voices aren’t just part of the conversation — they are the paragraphs everyone else ends up quoting.
You will see Wulan on stage leading panel discussions and make her own comentary of STR in Asia
The Curious Concierge
Our Strategist in Disguise
The Curious Concierge
Justin Sun, The Curious Concerge:
A Cornell Hotel School graduate with a decade of building VC-backed hospitality brands, Justin has scaled teams, optimized operations, and turned unconventional accommodations into sought-after destinations.
His career bridges hands-on hospitality with innovation, from aparthotels to luxury rentals.
Now,
Justin Sun, The Curious Concerge:
A Cornell Hotel School graduate with a decade of building VC-backed hospitality brands, Justin has scaled teams, optimized operations, and turned unconventional accommodations into sought-after destinations.
His career bridges hands-on hospitality with innovation, from aparthotels to luxury rentals.
Now, as host of The Curious Concierge podcast, Justin spotlights the visionary entrepreneurs and unsung operators shaping Asia’s short-term rental sector — reminding us that extraordinary hospitality blends imagination with execution.
Live Podcast from Gather Connect Grow 2026
Short-Term Rentals Asia (STRA) Event Run Sheet
Event Theme: Gather, Connect, Grow
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Dates: 11-12 February 2026
Total Delegates: 300–350 (regional and international)
Key Highlights: Education-focused, capped for high-value networking, industry insights, and showcasing the best of short-term rental technology and ancillary support services.
Delegate Accreditation Framework:
Tier 1 Certified Property Managers - full operational control
Tier 2 Verified Platform-Operators - dual role; transparent declaration
Tier 3 Registered Marketplace Partners - platform/ancillery service/OTA/PMS
“Transparency Builds Trust — STRA Accreditation clarifies who manages, who markets, and who connects.”
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Day 1: GATHER – Foundation of Trust & Transparency (Tier-1 led)
08:30–09:15 | Registration & Welcome Coffee
• Delegate check-in, badge verification, networking (All tiers)
09:15–09:45 | Opening Keynote: Asia First · Delegate First
• Welcome & state of Asia’s STR industry — Keith Cowarn (STRA Founder)
09:45–10:30 | The $14 Billion Room — Value of the STR Economy
• Art of Data launch — how 7,000+ operators shape Asia’s STR GDP (STRA Data Team) [Tier 1 + 2]
Guest Keynote - Short Term Rentals Data Analytics Expert
10:30–11:00 | Morning Tea + Sponsor Spotlights (All tiers)
11:00–12:00 | Defining the Operator — Inside the Accreditation Framework
• Operational control vs platform facilitation; clarity on roles and badges
• STRA Moderated [Tier 1 · Tier 2 panel parcipitants]
12:00–13:00 | Networking Lunch
• Hosted tables grouped by region (Bali, Phuket, Goa, etc.) (All tiers)
13:00–14:00 | Art of Data Workshop — STRA Verified Property Manager Index
• Certified Property Managers only, data submission process, benchmarking [Tier 1 only]
14:00–15:00 | Policy & Progress — Regulation Across Asia
• Comparative briefs (Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, India ectr) [Tier 1 + 2]
15:00–15:30 | Coffee Break + Tech Demos (Tier 3 showcase)
Breakout Sessions -
Room 1 | 15:30–16:15 | Regional Roundtables — Gather & Listen
• Facilitated small-group discussions by country cluster (Tier 1 voice only)
Room 2 | 16:15–16:45 | Investor Session: STR as an Asset Class
• Funds, developers, and pathways to compliant growth (Tier 1 + invited partners)
Room 3 | 16:45–17:30 | Executive Committee Session
• STRA Accreditation rollout, participation, working groups (All tiers)
17:30–19:00 | Welcome Networking Reception
• Sponsored cocktails; regional showcase zones (All tiers)
Thursday, 12 February 2026
Day 2: CONNECT & GROW – Collaboration, Innovation & Cross-Border Partnerships (Tier-1 centered)
08:30–09:00 | Breakfast Briefings with Partners
• Informal table talks with tech & platform partners (All tiers)
09:00–09:45 | Leadership Keynote: From Listing to Legacy
• Why professional management defines Asia’s hospitality future — [Tier 1 lead]
09:45–10:30 | Trust as Currency — Guest Reviews & Reputation
• Data-driven trust, reviews, and reputation tech — Tier 3 Lead + Tier 1 panel [Tier 1 + 3]
10:30–11:00 | Coffee Break (All tiers)
11:00–12:00 | Cross-Border Supply & Demand Partnerships
• Case studies of multi-market operators working with platforms
• Tier 2 Lead [Tier 1 + 2 + 3 panel]
12:00–13:00 | Networking Lunch + Meet-the-Speakers
• Category discussion tables (Luxury Villas · Urban Homes · Eco Stays) (All tiers)
13:00–14:00 | Art of Trust Lab — Building an Accredited Future
• Co-creation workshop: Asia’s first STR code of practice (STRA + Regulators) [Tier 1 lead]
14:00–15:00 | Technology Accelerators & Marketplace Pitch Hour
• Short pitches from PMS/FinTech/connectivity brands [Tier 3 lead · Tier 1 feedback]
15:00–15:30 | Coffee Break + Final Networking (All tiers)
15:30–16:30 | Closing Panel: Asia’s Collective Voice for STR
• STRA next steps Tier 1 lead
• Andy Fenner · Mitchell Price · BVRMA and Regional Chairs (All tiers)
16:30–17:00 | Gather · Connect · Grow
• Official endorsement of STRA Accreditation Framework & Verified Index rollout
TBA
17:00–17:15 | Closing Remarks & Next Edition Announcement
• 2027 host city preview & thanks to sponsors — STRA Founder
Optional : 19:00–Late | Farewell Dinner ·
• Recognition of outstanding Tier-1 managers & partners (All tiers)
Notes
• Speaker & Session Details: Finalized closer to the event.
• Networking Focus: Capped attendance ensures high-value connections.
• Exhibitor Area: Open during breaks and lunches for sponsor engagement.