Will Schmahl: Podcast Interview with Amish Munshi

What if planning group travel could actually be stress-free—and even fun? In this episode, we sit down with Will Schmahl, founder of HousMthr, a travel app that’s changing how families and friends travel together.

Expanded Description: Will Schmahl joins Amish Munshi on this episode of The Mainstreet Minds Podcast to share the story behind his innovative group travel app, HousMthr. Designed for families, friends, and even college groups managing vacation homes or trips together, HousMthr helps streamline everything from assigning rooms to coordinating meals, expenses, and on-the-go safety updates with the power of AI.

Will shares the inspiration behind the app—including a personal story of loss that fueled his mission to improve travel safety and organization. From his Long Island summer traditions to becoming a visionary tech founder, Will talks openly about navigating the startup space, bootstrapping the first version, and why sometimes being an outsider in an industry is actually an advantage.

You’ll also hear about:

• The unique features of HousMthr that go beyond planning

• The potential for AI-powered trip assistants and safety agents

• How the app is being embraced by college groups, music festival goers, and seasonal renters

• Advice for aspiring founders and how to get started even without a technical background

Guest Bio: Will Schmahl is the founder of HousMthr, a mobile app designed to simplify group travel planning and enhance in-trip coordination. With a background in adtech and martech, and a personal passion for travel, Will is building a travel experience platform focused on safety, ease, and innovation. Will is also a visual artist and creative entrepreneur.

 

 

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