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Brian Chesky

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Key facts

Full name Brian Joseph Chesky[1]
Born August 29, 1981[2]
Birthplace Niskayuna, New York, U.S.[2]
Occupation Businessman and industrial designer[1]
Company Airbnb[1]
Role Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer[2]

Brian Chesky is an American businessman and industrial designer, best known as the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb.

Context

Brian Chesky is an American businessman and industrial designer, best known as the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb. He was born on August 29, 1981, in Niskayuna, New York. He co-founded Airbnb with Joe Gebbia and Nathan Blecharczyk, and the company started in 2007. Brian and his co-founder were Airbnb's first hosts. He graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design and lives in San Francisco. [1] [2] [3]

Documented claims

  • Brian Chesky co-founded Airbnb with Joe Gebbia and Nathan Blecharczyk. [3]
  • He graduated from Rhode Island School of Design. [2]
  • Brian and his co-founder were Airbnb's first hosts in 2007. [2]

Questions and answers

Is Brian Chesky in a relationship?

The sources do not provide information about Brian Chesky's relationship status.

Who is the richest Airbnb owner?

The sources do not specify who is the richest Airbnb owner.

Does Brian Chesky still own Airbnb?

Brian Chesky is the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, indicating he is still involved with the company. [2]

Sources

  1. Brian Chesky — news.airbnb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. The Life and Career of Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky — businessinsider.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. Net Worth Summary — bloomberg.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in People