Brian Chesky

Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky has credited his father’s tough love—not praise—for instilling the mindset that helped him build a billion-dollar company. What Happened: Speaking on Simon Sinek's “A Bit of Optimism” podcast, which was made public in...

Former President Barack Obama has quietly taken on the role of leadership coach to Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) co-founder Brian Chesky, meeting weekly in what the billionaire calls "night school" and pressing him to steer the home-sharing platform with deliberate purpose rather than on autopilot. What...

Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) CEO Brian Chesky revealed that mentorship calls with former President Barack Obama in 2018 fundamentally transformed his leadership approach before the company’s blockbuster public debut. What Happened: “I basically had my day job during the day. And then I had...

Airbnb (NASDAQ:ABNB) chief Brian Chesky is shredding the Silicon Valley's grind-set playbook, insisting bosses can run multibillion-dollar companies without living in misery. What Happened: "Don't apologize for how you want to run your company," he told The Wall Street Journal as he explained why...

OpenAI chief Sam Altman describes Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky as someone who loves to express his individuality and influence through his work as a founder, a quality he thinks comes through during Airbnb’s launches. What Happened: Altman lit up X after Chesky posted a teaser for Airbnb's...

Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ:ABNB) is betting big on its next experience with a trip of a lifetime for fans of the movie "Gladiator" or anyone who has ever wanted to be at the Roman Colosseum after dark. What Happened: Billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg didn't end up fighting in the Roman Colosseum...

Y Combinator co-founder, Paul Graham, on Sunday, shared his insights on a unique management style, known as “Founder Mode.” What Happened: Graham took to X, formerly Twitter, and shared the blog post, mentioning a “talk” given by Airbnb CEO, Brian Chesky, at a...

Online travel company Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ:ABNB) reports first-quarter financial results on Wednesday, May 8 after market close. Here are the earnings estimates, what analysts are watching and key items to watch. Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect Airbnb to report first-quarter revenue of $2.06...

Online short and long-term vacation rental company Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ:ABNB) is one of the most recognizable travel companies today. Years ago, when the company was looking for finance to grow, investors rejected Airbnb and its concept. Here's a look back at what could have been. What Happened:...

Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB) has introduced smart lock integration, streamlining the check-in process for guests and eliminating the need for hosts to issue new door codes. What Happened: On Wednesday, Airbnb unveiled a software update that enables smart lock integration. The feature is compatible...

The CEO of ChatGPT-parent, OpenAI, Sam Altman, expressed his admiration for Brian Chesky, co-founder and CEO of Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ:ABNB), citing his willingness to dedicate extensive hours to work on any topic and offer steadfast support in the tech industry....

The 10 richest people in the world are worth $100 billion or more. Many on the list are over the age of 50 and have years of experience founding and leading companies, including Elon Musk who tops the list with a wealth of more than $200 billion. Here’s a look at the youngest members of...

Brian Chesky is the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ: ABNB), a platform that connects travelers with hosts who offer lodging experiences worldwide.  Under Chesky's leadership, Airbnb has grown into a global brand and has revolutionized the hospitality industry by...

Airbnb Inc (NASDAQ: ABNB) CEO Brian Chesky touched on the changing landscape for technology at the company’s fourth-quarter earnings conference call on Tuesday. What Happened: Chesky said he was “very excited about the possibilities of [Artificial Intelligence] AI.” The executive...

Brian Chesky, the CEO of Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB), has announced four new changes to the way prices are shown on the company's website, in response to consumer complaints. What Happened: On Monday, Chesky took to Twitter to announce the changes, saying, “I have heard you loud and...