Welcome to SmartStay.AI – where advanced technology meets unforgettable guest experiences!
At SmartStay.ai, we’re reimagining how short-term rentals operate, empowering property owners, and delighting guests with cutting-edge automation and AI-driven solutions. We believe in creating exceptional stays through seamless, innovative experiences, making every rental feel like home.
Our platform goes beyond traditional rental amenities. We provide an advanced information hub tailored specifically for the short-term rental industry. Our proprietary SmartStay Home Hub introduces a new level of interaction and comfort for guests. From automated climate control and enhanced security through IoT sensors to energy-efficient lighting and automated shades, every feature is crafted to make each stay as comfortable, safe, and memorable as possible.
But that’s just the beginning. Our Home Hub serves as the heart of the SmartStay ecosystem, greeting guests with personalized lighting, music, and video. Guests can navigate everything they need on an intuitive touchscreen, from the house rules to a digital Welcome Book and real-time guest feedback. With the StayPulse™ feature, guests can explore recommendations, receive flight updates, and more, ensuring a convenient stay tailored to their preferences
SmartStay: Redefining the Vacation Rental Experience
Who We Are:
At SmartStay, we are a team of forward-thinking individuals passionate about redefining the vacation rental experience. We saw a gap in the market and seized the opportunity to create a platform that seamlessly blends technology and hospitality. To elevate the standards of the vacation rental industry, making it easy for property owners to provide outstanding guest experiences, enhance property security, and drive operational efficiency.
With partnerships across more than 2000 leading brands, including Nest, Ring, Ecobee, and Honeywell, we provide a fully integrated smart home experience that seamlessly adapts to the needs of each property and guest.
Our Vision
We aspire to create a future where vacation rental guests enjoy personalized, unforgettable experiences while property owners effortlessly manage their properties, delivering outstanding hospitality efficiently. Our smart home technologies bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and
Our Mission
To empower property owners with technology that enhances guest experiences, improves operational efficiency, and redefines hospitality through more innovative, safer, and more personalized stays.
Our Value Proposition
At SmartStay.ai, we are passionate innovators committed to improving short-term rentals for all. Founded by a driven team dedicated to enhancing every aspect of the guest experience, we transform rentals into smart, personalized, and secure homes away from home by seamlessly integrating AI and IoT technologies.
Our platform empowers property owners to elevate guest satisfaction with tailored comforts like customized lighting, climate control, and entertainment—making every guest feel special. This personalization, combined with automation and real-time monitoring, streamlines operations and boosts profitability for property owners.
Guests enjoy convenient access to house information, local recommendations via our intuitive SmartStay Home Hub, and enhanced security features that ensure a worry-free, eco-friendly stay. By partnering with over 2,000 leading brands such as Nest, Ring, and Honeywell, we offer a fully integrated smart home experience that adapts to every property and guest need, prioritizing your safety and security.
Driven by our team of founders’ vision to redefine hospitality, we merge technology with comfort to make every stay smarter, safer, and more memorable—for everyone involved.
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Hospitality
Whether you’re a guest seeking an elevated stay or a property owner aiming to streamline operations, SmartStay.ai is here to help you make it happen.
Executive Team
Our founding team comprises highly skilled professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service, leveraging advanced technology, and fostering the growth of SmartStay.AI
Scott Perniciaro
Founder and Chief Excutive Officer
A visionary executive and industry leader in transportation, logistics, and supply chain management, he has a proven track record of driving multimillion-dollar growth and achieving operational excellence. He has scaled and transformed startups into thriving enterprises, one of which had over $98 million in annual revenue.
By leveraging his extensive expertise, he has partnered with Fortune 500 companies to transform their supply chains into robust and cost-efficient systems, resulting in significant savings and strong returns. Renowned for his strategic acumen and negotiation skills, he excels at managing complex profit and loss statements, streamlining operations, and aligning business objectives with actionable key performance indicators (KPIs).
His leadership consistently empowers cross-functional teams to exceed targets, and his innovative approach turns challenges into opportunities. With a steadfast commitment to continuous improvement and sustainable growth, he has redefined success in the transportation and logistics sectors.
David Schmidt
Founder and Chief Operating Officer
David Schmidt brings a wealth of expertise, combining deep technical understanding with entrepreneurial success. With a solid network engineering and software development foundation, he has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in designing and implementing complex systems. As the founder of four startups, he has cultivated a comprehensive understanding of business strategy, innovation, and market disruption. Mr. Schmidt’s leadership experience extends to holding director-level roles at several Fortune 100 companies, where he has driven strategic initiatives, optimized operational efficiencies, and influenced organizational transformation at scale. He has a hands-on understanding of the short-term rental industry, with years of ownership experience complemented by being a frequent guest. This dual perspective equips him with invaluable insights into operational challenges and guest expectations, making him a uniquely qualified expert in the evolving vacation rental ecosystem.
Curtis Sandoval
Founder and Chief Technology Offier
A seasoned DevOps and software architecture professional with extensive automation, AI/ML, and data analytics expertise. Adept at architecting and implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, scalable training workflows, and secure deployment frameworks, with a proven ability to lead teams in delivering high-impact, industry-defining solutions. Committed to driving innovation, ensuring operational excellence, and leveraging transformative technologies to achieve measurable results.
James Campbell
Founder and Chief Information Officer
James Campbell is a technology leader, startup advisor, and two-time CTO with a proven track record of success. With over 20 years of expertise in large-scale data collection, processing, AI algorithm development, software architecture, and DevSecOps, he has consistently delivered innovative solutions. His work includes developing and deploying a system for identifying bots on Twitter (botrnot.com) and web analysis for government and commercial clients. As the principal architect behind solutions like Obskura (2015-2016 acquired), a dark and deep web search engine, he continues to build zero-to-one companies and application stacks that inspire confidence in his abilities.