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Podcast: Trading Secrets
Episode: 269. Jason Gamel: The Business of Timeshares. Myths, Costs & Why the Industry Is Thriving
Description: In this episode of Trading Secrets, we’re joined by Jason Gamel, President & CEO of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), to break down the real business of vacation ownership. With over 25 years of experience spanning hospitality, law, and leadership, Jason oversees the trade group shaping how millions of Americans vacation every year—and he’s here to separate myth from fact.We dive into why the modern timeshare industry looks nothing like it did decades ago, how flexibility and point-based systems have changed the game, and why vacation ownership has quietly become one of the most resilient sector...