Articles tagged “brian chesky”

Short-Term Rentals

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 | 4 days ago

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

Short-Term Rentals

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 | 5 days ago

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

Short-Term Rentals

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 | 3 weeks 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 | 2 months ago

Marriott Vs. Hilton: What Their Earnings Say

Short-Term Rentals

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 | 4 months ago

Airbnb Details Executive Compensation for Head of Hosting and CFO Transition

Short-Term Rentals

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

Short-Term Rentals

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

Hotels

Airbnb May Add More Boutique Hotels as NYC Listings Collapse

Diluting its short-term rental business is one thing Airbnb won't need to worry about if it indeed increases its hotel offerings in New York City.

Dennis Schaal | 6 months ago

Airbnb May Add More Boutique Hotels as NYC Listings Collapse

Hotels

Airbnb and Hotels: Growth Ambitions Could Threaten Peaceful Coexistence

In a break with the past, hoteliers' and Airbnb's growth ambitions point toward rising competition for similar customers.

Sean O'Neill | 7 months ago

Airbnb and Hotels: Growth Ambitions Could Threaten Peaceful Coexistence

Short-Term Rentals

Airbnb CEO on ‘Essentially’ Eliminating Cleaning Fees

The plan doesn't actually eliminate cleaning fees. Instead, it's meant to prevent users from seeing an unexpected price jump just before check-out — arguably the more frustrating issue.

Justin Dawes | 7 months ago

Airbnb CEO on ‘Essentially’ Eliminating Cleaning Fees