Meet the Managing Board

Shelley Galbraith, Chair

Shelley is a self-employed writer, marketing communications manager and Airbnb host, working also as a host community leader and liaison with neighborhood associations. She rescues dogs and cats in her spare time.

Frank J. Nicholson, Treasurer

Frank is a Co-host and Property Manager of Woodlawn's Keener Victorian, a short term rental in the Monte Vista Historical District of San Antonio. Frank is now retired after a 40 year career as an accounting professional. Frank's professional career includes work in the hospitality, construction, architectural, and legal industries.

Andrew Alanis, Secretary

Andrew manages 15+ properties in the San Antonio area and has been in the short-term rental space since 2021. Andrew has a great career in Software Engineering and Development and loves supporting the tech and hospitality industry. He loves giving back to his community and home town of San Antonio.

Jeff Stave, Founding Member

Jeff manages a portfolio of real estate, including long and short term rentals for the past 13 years. Jeff’s successful career has a background in insurance and hospitality. He currently works in medical equipment sales.

Alex Cruz, Founding Member

Alex is the owner and co-founder of Welcome Home Club, a short term rental property management company in San Antonio. Alex has a background in marketing consumer products, and is a veteran of the Army National Guard.

Kelly Martinez, Founding Member

Kelly owns and manages SoHil Flats, a short term rental property in San Antonio. Kelly is an Airbnb host and community leader. Her experience and education center around publishing and digital content.

Jack Cox, Member at Large

Jack owns and manages a short-term rental property in the historic neighborhood of Westfort located just north of downtown San Antonio. He works as a corporate communications professional for a biotechnology company.