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Brian Chesky

CEO, Co-Founder, Chairman of the Board at Airbnb
Board
Since 2008
Age
42 years
Education
Earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial Design from the Rhode Island School of Design.
Tenure
Co-founded the company in 2008 and has held key roles including CEO and Chairman of the Board since then.

Also at Airbnb

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Nathan Blecharczyk
Chief Strategy Officer, Co-Founder, Chairman of Airbnb China
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Aristotle Balogh
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
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Elinor Mertz
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About

Brian Chesky is widely recognized for his pioneering role in redefining the travel and hospitality industry. He co-founded Airbnb in 2008, launching a platform that transformed traditional lodging by emphasizing community and innovative business practices.

Throughout his career at Airbnb, he has undertaken multiple leadership roles, notably as CEO and Chairman of the Board. His strategic vision has steered the company through significant growth phases, and his involvement extended to roles such as 'Head of Community' in 2023, underscoring his multifaceted contribution to shaping the company’s culture.

His academic background in industrial design, earned at the Rhode Island School of Design, has contributed to his distinctive approach to business challenges and creative problem solving. While personal details remain less documented, his professional legacy at Airbnb, marked by his leadership and innovative drive, continues to influence the broader industry.

$ABNB Performance Under Brian Chesky

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1AnnuallyApproved in November 2020 as part of Mr. Chesky's compensation program
All Other Compensation$295,1242023Covers Personal Security Costs including leased vehicle, driver, and security detail for personal travel

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Performance Compensation Components

ComponentDetails
Award TypeMulti-Year Equity Award – 12 million RSUs total granted in November 2020
Tranche for 2023Tranche 3
Vesting Eligibility DateNovember 10, 2023
Stock Price Hurdle$205.00
Associated RSUs1,200,000
Vesting StatusNot Earned in 2023

Key Performance Metrics and Terms

MetricValue
Evaluation Period60 trading day trailing average closing price
Thresholds/GoalsExceed 7x IPO price and 13x grant date price
Grant DateNovember 2020
Grant Date Stock Price$35.81
Vesting ConditionsAchievement of stock price hurdle along with continued employment as CEO
Share DeliveryOccurs two years after vesting date, with shares withheld for tax purposes