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Airbnb: A Global Lodging Platform Airbnb, Inc, initially known as Air Bed and Breakfast, is a prominent American online marketplace facilitating short-term and long-term homestays and experiential travel across numerous countries. Founded in 2008 by Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk, and Joe Gebbia, ...

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Company type Public
Industry Lodging
Founded August 2008
Founders Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, Nathan Blecharczyk
Headquarters San Francisco, California, U.S.
Area served Worldwide
Key people Brian Chesky (CEO), Nathan Blecharczyk (CSO)
Services Lodging, Hospitality, Homestay
Revenue US$11.1 billion (2024)
Net income US$2.65 billion (2024)
Number of employees 7,300 (2024)
Subsidiaries Luxury Retreats International Inc., Tilt.com, Accomable, Aibiying, Trooly, Inc., Deco Software Inc., Trip4real Experiences, S.L., Larson8, Inc., MarketLog, Randorphire Inc., HotelTonight
Website www.airbnb.com

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Last Updated : 07/03/25, 06:58 AM

Airbnb: From Air Mattresses to Global Lodging Giant Airbnb's journey began in 2007 when Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia, San Francisco roommates, conceived the idea of renting out an air mattress. Partnering with Nathan Blecharczyk, they launched AirBed & Breakfast in 2008, capitalizing on a saturat...

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