Articles tagged “brian chesky”

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Airbnb Considering an Amazon Prime-Like Membership as a Loyalty Program

Don’t hold your breath for a points program, but there could still be some benefits for ultra-loyal customers.

Jesse Chase-Lubitz | 3 days ago

Airbnb Considering an Amazon Prime-Like Membership as a Loyalty Program

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Airbnb’s Chesky Talks Icons, Paid Memberships, and Who Benefits From His Billion-Dollar Payday: Full Interview

Airbnb is finally taking a big, expensive swing into the experiences category with its launch of "Icons." The non-traditional accommodations come with a non-traditional business model – they’ll be free or low-cost to guests (but they want you to post them to your socials). And Chesky promises things will only get “crazier.”

Sarah Kopit | 3 days ago

Airbnb’s Chesky Talks Icons, Paid Memberships, and Who Benefits From His Billion-Dollar Payday: Full Interview

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Airbnb’s Megawatt Payday and Should Billionaires Exist? 

Coming off the release of annual financial reports, we delve into the issue of CEO pay in the travel industry in this week's podcast as several major executives have seen their compensation boom in recent years.

Rashaad Jorden | 1 week ago

Airbnb’s Megawatt Payday and Should Billionaires Exist? 

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Airbnb CEO’s 10-Year, $1 Billion Pay Package

Today's podcast looks at Airbnb CEO's compensation package, TUI's sustainability bonds, and Google's greener travel.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago

Airbnb CEO’s 10-Year, $1 Billion Pay Package

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Airbnb CEO’s 10-Year Pay Package Could Turn Into $1 Billion or More

The net proceeds of Brian Chesky's 10-year pay package — which he said would be donated to host programs and to charities — would really soar if Airbnb's share price breaches tough-to-reach targets.

Dennis Schaal | 2 weeks ago

Airbnb CEO’s 10-Year Pay Package Could Turn Into $1 Billion or More

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Hurricanes But Not Flu Outbreaks: Airbnb Revises Cancellation Policy

Airbnb's new cancellation policy will cover hurricanes — if they trigger government travel bans. But if there is a flu warning in the U.S., a malaria emergency in Thailand, or a Covid-19 outbreak, these situations would not be covered.

Dennis Schaal | 1 month ago

Hurricanes But Not Flu Outbreaks: Airbnb Revises Cancellation Policy

Hotels

Marriott Vs. Hilton: What Their Earnings Say

Today's podcast looks at Marriott and Hilton's top annual report takeaways, Airbnb's artificial intelligence pathway to new verticals, and American Express' new largest Centurion Lounge.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Marriott Vs. Hilton: What Their Earnings Say

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Airbnb Details Executive Compensation for Head of Hosting and CFO Transition

David Stephenson is slated to become Airbnb chief business officer January 1, but he will also be CFO through the end of February. His last earnings call as CFO would be in mid-February.

Dennis Schaal | 5 months ago

Airbnb Details Executive Compensation for Head of Hosting and CFO Transition

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Airbnb Announces a New CFO and the Departure of Head of Hosting

The reshuffle of Airbnb's executive ranks should be viewed in the context of the need to reinvigorate the company's growth prospects, including international expansion.

Dennis Schaal | 5 months ago

Airbnb Announces a New CFO and the Departure of Head of Hosting

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Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Is Done With Back to Basics

Airbnb could be seen as a victim of its own success – with guests, hosts and cities all taking aim. But it’s done rebuilding, and focusing on moving forward.

Sarah Kopit | 6 months ago

Airbnb’s Brian Chesky Is Done With Back to Basics