Host-Preneur Academy: 5-Star Formula Weekend Workshop

Host-preneur Weekend: Launch • Design • Legacy

DECEMBER 6 & 7, 2025

Are you ready to evolve from a simple "host" into a true "Host-preneur"?

This isn't just a seminar. It’s a two-day, high-voltage immersion designed to take you from zero to launched, or from struggling to fully booked. Presented by industry powerhouse Jennifer Lee (By Design BNB, Renovation Heroes) and an elite squad of short-term rental experts, this weekend is your blueprint for legacy.

You could win $800.00 in giveaways... Home Depot Gift Cards, Airbnb Gift Cards, ifurniture, and some exciting prizes.

Here is the high-impact lineup of speakers and experiences waiting for you.

DAY 1: THE BLUEPRINT & THE BUILD

Venue: ATB Entrepreneur Centre

Saturday is about laying the foundation, shattering barriers to entry, and getting actionable insider secrets straight from the pros.

THE EXPERT LINEUP & HOT TOPICS:

• The Insider’s Edge (Airbnb 101): Get the reality of hosting straight from the source with Edmonton Airbnb Community Host, Carlos Yoneliunas.
• LAUNCH YOUR LISTING — LIVE! Stop procrastinating. Jennifer Lee & Carlin Dennis will guide you through a step-by-step live setup. You will leave with the knowledge to get your business license, pro photos, and a listing ready to take bookings.
• The Reno & Repair Reality: Jennifer shares her personal renovation story, construction essentials, and a crucial Home Depot Spotlight featuring game-changing Hubspace smart locks.
• BANKING ON YOUR DREAM: Forget traditional banking. Discover ATB entrepreneur programs and how to snag a $1,000 account rebate with Gagnan from ATB Business Banking Solutions.
• From Listing to Legacy: Learn how to convert long-term rentals into lucrative Airbnbs and gain vital neighbourhood insights with Angie Johnston (eXp Realty).
• Anchor Session - Inside the Community: Platform updates, local initiatives, and the drive for host rights with ABSTRA.

🌟 THE VIP EXCLUSIVE: SATURDAY NIGHT

For those who want the ultimate edge and network access.

• The "Booked Solid" Clinic (VIP Bonus): Get in the hot seat. VIPs get their listings live-audited for instant fixes on titles, photos, pricing, and storytelling.
• The VIP Dinner Experience: An intimate evening featuring exquisite dining by private Chef Kristin Fraser, set to live music by Charlie.

DAY 2: THE HOST-PRENEUR BUS TOUR

Design Tours • Masterclass • Immersion • Reset

Sunday we leave the classroom behind. Board the bus for a high-energy, on-location tour of real-world success, high-level design, and mindset mastery.

ON THE ROAD & ON LOCATION:

• Designing for Success: Learn the "5-Star Formula"—Design, Systems, Service, and Storytelling—on client property with Jennifer Lee & Angie.
• The Creative Feature: Elevate your property’s aesthetic with a talk on mural magic by artist Ashley Rosenow, plus a no-holds-barred Renovation & Design Q&A in the kitchen with Jennifer.
• Insuring Your Empire: Don't risk it all. Navigate the complex world of Airbnb vs. traditional insurance and commercial coverage with Daryl from The Co-operators Group.

THE GRANDE FINALE BUS TOUR LOCATION:

📢 Marketing Magic & Manifestation Masterclass This is where we lock in your future success.

• Brand your Airbnb like a boutique hotel.
• Dominate social media using AI tools and Canva templates.
• Map out your 2026 Vision Board for wealth and abundance.

🧘‍♀️ The VIP Banya Mindset Reset End the weekend soaking in success, literally. VIPs finish with hot tubs, robes, peach tea, and crucial implementation planning to guarantee you take action when you get home.

• Featuring Jennifer Lee, Carlin Dennis, and a special Backyard Banya (Slavic Sauna) with Realm of Innervision