(SeaPRwire) –   KISSIMMEE and DAVENPORT, Fla., March 20, 2026 — LevelUp Stays, a fast-growing short-term rental management firm established by Derek and Lauren Gisriel, has hit a significant milestone as it expands its operations in major US vacation rental markets. Founded on principles of disciplined execution, superior hospitality, and sophisticated revenue management, the company is rapidly becoming one of the industry’s most dynamic growth stories.

Within a short period, LevelUp Stays has expanded its portfolio to over 70 properties and served more than 10,000 guests in the last year. The company also boasts a remarkable 99.6% five-star review rate, demonstrating its commitment to robust operational systems, high hospitality standards, and reliable guest satisfaction.

The founders attribute the firm’s achievements to a dual focus on enhancing property returns and the guest journey. Through the application of advanced revenue management, dynamic pricing, and professional listing enhancements, LevelUp Stays enables property owners to substantially exceed typical market performance.

“A majority of vacation rentals are significantly underperforming,” stated Derek Gisriel, founder of LevelUp Stays. “By integrating the correct pricing approach, marketing reach, and guest service frameworks, these properties frequently achieve revenues that are two to four times greater than similar listings in their area.”

LevelUp Stays Expands Presence in High-Demand Vacation Markets

LevelUp Stays is now active in multiple popular vacation spots, such as the Orlando and Kissimmee regions close to Walt Disney World, alongside Texas coastal areas including Galveston, Port Aransas, and Crystal Beach. The firm mainly partners with owners of vacation homes with three or more bedrooms that offer family-oriented amenities like pools, hot tubs, and game rooms.

Numerous such properties possess solid revenue potential but underperform because of inefficient management, limited marketing, or obsolete pricing methods. Leveraging its comprehensive, hands-off management service, LevelUp Stays aims to convert these properties into premium short-term rental investments.

Employing a data-centric methodology, the company places listings on leading booking sites such as Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, Google Vacation Rentals, and via direct bookings on StayLevelUp.com. This extensive distribution, paired with strategic revenue management, enables many partnering homeowners to achieve revenue growth of two to four times over comparable properties.

From Early Entrepreneurial Roots to Building LevelUp Stays

The entrepreneurial spirit behind LevelUp Stays originated well before the company’s formation. At age 12, Derek started his first venture after seeing a late-night infomercial on launching a door-to-door catalog sales business.

With a straightforward method of delivering catalogs and returning to gather orders, he secured a closing rate of almost 80 percent. By 15, he had moved into eBay drop-shipping, operating three successful online stores that sold everything from digital products to surplus military gear.

After earning a Finance and Business degree from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, Derek developed his corporate experience at Enterprise Holdings before moving into residential solar sales, where he produced $1 million in revenue in his initial six months. He subsequently became a major shareholder at Sunpro Solar and contributed to growing the company to over 10,000 staff before its $825 million purchase by ADT Security.

After the acquisition, Derek and his wife Lauren turned their attention to real estate and hospitality, leading to the creation of LevelUp Stays to assist vacation rental owners in optimizing both income and guest satisfaction.

LevelUp Stays Sets Goal of 1,000 Homes Under Management

For the future, LevelUp Stays has revealed its aim to manage 1,000 properties within five years. The company maintains that continuous growth must be supported by operational superiority to guarantee advantages for both property owners and guests.

The founders stress that the guest experience is the fundamental performance factor in the short-term rental sector. Superior guest experiences result in more positive reviews, which boost search prominence and revenue for each rental.

“Outstanding guest experiences generate a compounding effect,” Gisriel noted. “Improved reviews result in better positions on booking sites, which enhances visibility, occupancy rates, and finally, owner revenue.”

The firm’s core philosophy is built on integrity and accountability. As the founders frequently express, business success starts with a basic rule: fulfill your commitments on time and always act ethically.

By merging disciplined leadership, data-informed strategy, and systems centered on hospitality, LevelUp Stays is solidifying its status as an emerging leader in the short-term rental management sector.

Property owners wanting more information about the company’s management offerings can go to StayLevelUp.com or follow @DerekGisriel on Instagram.

About LevelUp Stays

LevelUp Stays is a short-term rental property management company focused on revenue maximization and top-tier guest experiences for vacation rental owners. Established by Derek and Lauren Gisriel, the firm oversees vacation properties in high-demand locations in Florida and Texas. Utilizing sophisticated pricing techniques, professional listing improvements, and operation systems geared toward hospitality, LevelUp Stays assists homeowners in earning considerably more income while upholding outstanding guest satisfaction.

Media Contact

Derek Gisriel
Founder, LevelUp Stays
Website: https://staylevelup.com
Email: derek@dlrjholdings.com

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