Brian Chesky is the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, a major player in the travel industry since 2008. He takes a salary of just $1, showing he prioritizes the company's success over personal earnings. Instead of traditional bonuses, he has...
Brian Chesky is the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, a major player in the travel industry since 2008. He takes a salary of just $1, showing he prioritizes the company's success over personal earnings. Instead of traditional bonuses, he has a unique compensation plan that involves a multi-year equity award of 12 million shares, which only pays off if Airbnb's stock performs exceptionally well, meaning he’s directly invested in the long-term growth of the company. His holdings peaked at an impressive $12.3 billion, but he plans to donate much of it to charitable causes, emphasizing community support. As a design school graduate, he blends creativity with business strategy and takes a hands-on approach to leadership, keeping his focus on making Airbnb better for both guests and hosts. He believes in charity, sustainability, and operating a company that truly serves all its stakeholders.