Reinventing the Backend: Jim Devos Debuts VRWorks
Description
In this episode, we are joined by Jim DeVos, industry veteran, former co-owner of Best Beach Getaways, for the first public reveal of VR Works — the backend system he spent years building to fix the operational pain points he couldn’t ignore.
Jim breaks down how VR Works evolved from an internal solution into a fully integrated platform, how it nearly doubled their profit, and why an operator-first mindset shaped every design decision. He also explains the onboarding and pricing philosophy behind VR Works, and why he believes now is the right moment to introduce it to the wider industry.
If you’re curious how seasoned operators who have lived every operational pain point design systems that make teams faster, owners happier, and scaling far less chaotic, this conversation is a must listen.
We Discuss:
1️⃣ The operational challenges that sparked VR Works
2️⃣ How building internally led to faster, clearer workflows
3️⃣ The specific efficiencies that nearly doubled their net profit
4️⃣ Why an operator-first mindset shaped every design choice
5️⃣ Reducing migration pain through smarter data import and onboarding
6️⃣ Why he’s introducing VR Works now
7️⃣ Updates on Swanky Vacay and his continued operator journey
Connect with Jim:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-devos-35254912/
VRWorks: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vrworks-llc/
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