Mikel Hubbard

: Former HGTV producers and successful Airbnb hosts Annie Sloan and Mikel Hubbard are the co-founders of The Host Co., a web-based commerce marketplace for short-term rentals. Designed for spaces like Airbnb, VBRO, and even Swimply, the service gives hosts the ability to add items for sale and increase revenue, while improving the guest experience. The Host Co. adds the amenities guests receive at a hotel, but have been missing from Airbnbs and other-short-term rentals. Guests have access to curated local goods they can ship home, such as artisanal foods and crafts, opening the door for small businesses to have quick and targeted access to affiliate marketing.