Airbnb

Airbnb, Inc. operates a global online platform that connects hosts with guests seeking short-term accommodations and unique experiences. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company was initially named AirBed & Breakfast before rebranding in 2010. Airbnb facilitates bookings for various types of lodging, including private rooms, luxury villas, and boutique hotels, offering over 8 million active listings from more than 5 million hosts worldwide. The platform enables both hosts and guests to manage their transactions effectively through online and mobile tools. As of 2023, a significant portion of Airbnb's revenue, derived entirely from transaction fees on bookings, comes from the North American market. With a presence in nearly every country, Airbnb has established itself as the world's largest online alternative accommodation travel agency.

Brian Chesky

CEO and Co-Founder

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GamePlanner.AI

Acquisition in 2023
GamePlanner.AI is an AI company focused on collaborative decision making.

Samara

Series A in 2023
Samara is a home services company that specializes in home renovation, interior design, and architectural services. The firm operates a design studio aimed at enhancing living spaces by offering customized solutions for clients. Samara focuses on building homes and creating tailored backyards that accommodate studios and bedrooms, allowing clients to fully personalize their residences. Through its various services, the company seeks to improve the quality of living for its customers by transforming their homes into functional and aesthetically pleasing environments.

Wingspan

Series A in 2023
Wingspan is a cloud-based financial management platform tailored for freelancers, helping them efficiently manage their income, benefits, and taxes. The platform simplifies the invoicing process, enhancing the ease of receiving payments. It automates bookkeeping and expense tracking, allowing users to focus on their work rather than financial details. Additionally, Wingspan identifies potential tax deductions, further supporting freelancers in optimizing their financial outcomes.

Nestment

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Nestment is a real estate technology company that facilitates the co-buying process for groups of friends and family looking to purchase property together. By providing a platform that enables users to form groups, Nestment streamlines communication with lenders and real estate agents, allowing customers to leverage their collective buying power effectively. The company's focus is on simplifying the complexities of group property purchases, helping individuals realize their shared dreams of homeownership.

Trala

Venture Round in 2021
Trala, Inc. is a company that develops a music education application aimed at teaching users how to play the violin. The application provides features such as tutorials, daily lessons, and real-time feedback on mistakes, utilizing advanced signal processing technology to enhance the learning experience. Users benefit from instant feedback and access to thousands of video tutorials from renowned violinists. Additionally, the app facilitates communication between students and teachers, allowing for the tracking of practice activities and progress. Founded in 2016 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Trala aims to offer a convenient and effective approach to violin education.

Minbox

Acquisition in 2020
Minbox Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing a cloud storage application aimed at enhancing file management and collaboration. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, Minbox offers a platform that connects to various cloud services such as Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive. This integration allows users to sync specific files or folders, facilitating easy sharing and collaboration with colleagues and clients. The platform features real-time commenting and annotation capabilities, enabling users to engage in discussions directly related to files or projects. By providing an aggregated search function, Minbox helps users efficiently locate files across multiple cloud storage services, making file management more streamlined and user-friendly.

Zeus Living

Series B in 2019
Zeus Living, Inc. is a property management company that specializes in renting furnished housing to startups, students, and companies in various locations, including the Bay Area, Seattle, Los Angeles, and the District of Columbia. Founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California, the company partners with homeowners to manage and furnish their properties, allowing owners to maximize their rental income while providing clients with access to comfortable and ready-to-live-in homes for both business and personal travel. Zeus Living also offers a web-based application that provides detailed property information to enhance the user experience for both property owners and tenants.

Tiqets

Series C in 2019
Tiqets is a ticketing platform that simplifies the process of purchasing and using tickets for museums and attractions worldwide. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company enables travelers to buy e-tickets through their smartphones, allowing for hassle-free entrance without long waiting times. Tiqets connects users with instant, last-minute mobile tickets to top cultural venues, enhancing the visitor experience. Additionally, the platform provides museums and attractions with technology and marketing tools designed to boost onsite conversion and encourage repeat visits. Tiqets has established a presence in major markets across Europe, the United States, and the Middle East, with offices in several international cities including London, Bangkok, and Tokyo.

Atlas Obscura

Series B in 2019
Atlas Obscura Inc. is an online magazine and travel company based in Brooklyn, New York, that serves as a comprehensive guide to unusual and obscure travel destinations worldwide. Founded in 2009 by Joshua Foer and Dylan Thuras, it features user-generated content that catalogs a wide array of curious places, such as miniature cities, bone churches, and gigantic flaming holes in the ground. The platform combines editorial articles on history, science, and food with a collaborative database created by a global community of explorers. This unique approach not only inspires wonder and curiosity but also offers travelers detailed information about hidden locations and extraordinary experiences, fostering a deeper appreciation for the world's diverse and often overlooked marvels.

Urbandoor

Acquisition in 2019
Urbandoor Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing a web-based, mobile-friendly platform for booking and managing corporate and extended stay rentals in furnished apartments. Established in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Urbandoor serves as an intermediary that connects apartment providers with clients across the United States. The platform facilitates the search, booking, and management of accommodations for professionals and travelers, catering to various needs such as extended business trips, relocations, and vacations. By offering a streamlined experience for both users and apartment managers, Urbandoor aims to simplify the process of finding serviced apartments, fostering a global community of companies and hospitality providers. As of 2019, Urbandoor operates as a subsidiary of Airbnb, enhancing its reach and capabilities in the marketplace.

CultureForce

Acquisition in 2019
CultureForce connects companies with local vendors that offer corporate activities, retreats, off-sites, and workshops. The company focuses on creating purpose-driven experiences aimed at enhancing employee morale, fostering teamwork, inspiring creativity, and facilitating professional development. Clients can easily access a variety of vetted options from local businesses, with transparent pricing and instant booking available through an automated system. In addition to event-related services, CultureForce partners with vendors to provide a range of office management solutions, including cleaning, maintenance, and wellness services like in-office massages. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to cultivate a positive workplace culture and improve employee engagement and retention.

OYO

Series E in 2019
OYO Hotels and Homes Pvt Ltd. is a hospitality company based in Ahmedabad, India, that was founded in 2013. The company specializes in owning and operating a network of hotels, homes, and living spaces, which are available for booking through its mobile application. OYO aims to provide affordable and comfortable accommodation options, catering to both budget-conscious travelers and those seeking premium experiences. By offering technology-driven solutions, OYO empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners in the hospitality sector, enhancing their operational efficiency and revenue potential. The company is a subsidiary of Oravel Stays Private Limited and is recognized for its commitment to delivering quality services comparable to those of five-star hotels while remaining accessible to a broader audience.

HotelTonight

Acquisition in 2019
HotelTonight, Inc. is a mobile application designed for booking same-day hotel accommodations, specializing in last-minute deals for unsold rooms. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the platform provides a marketplace that allows hotels to fill last-minute vacancies that would otherwise remain unoccupied. Users can easily access these discounted rates through their smartphones and tablets, making it a convenient option for business travelers, leisure travelers, and locals alike. The application enables bookings for rooms up to 100 days in advance, catering to various travel needs while ensuring significant savings for its customers. As of April 2019, HotelTonight operates as a subsidiary of Airbnb, Inc.

Gaest.com

Acquisition in 2019
Gaest.com A/S is an online marketplace that facilitates the listing, discovery, and booking of unique spaces for various activities such as meetings, workshops, and photo shoots. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Aarhus, Denmark, the company aims to connect individuals and organizations with distinctive venues that cater to diverse needs. Gaest.com operates as a subsidiary of Airbnb, Inc., further enhancing its reach and service offerings in the global market.

Luckey

Acquisition in 2018
Luckey is a technology-driven hospitality company specializing in short-term rental management. It provides a comprehensive range of services, including online tools such as pricing algorithms and listing optimization, as well as offline support like house cleaning, guest assistance, and key exchange. Luckey aims to ensure property owners have peace of mind while delivering a positive experience for their guests, regardless of the length of stay.

Koko

Acquisition in 2018
Koko is a New York City-based company that specializes in online media applications focused on crisis detection and abusive content moderation. Utilizing a combination of artificial intelligence and crowd-sourced cognitive therapy technology, Koko's platform identifies damaging content in real time, enabling online communities to efficiently manage issues related to abuse, bullying, and crises. The application can be integrated with various digital tools, including chatbots and voice assistants, to enhance moderation efforts. Koko's technology supports over 100 million moderation decisions daily with an accuracy rate exceeding 99%. Originating from the MIT Media Lab, Koko collaborates with prestigious institutions such as Stanford, Harvard, NYU, Columbia, and Cambridge. The company has secured $3.5 million in financing from notable investors and is actively seeking to expand its team in engineering, design, product management, and sales.

New York Immigration Coalition

Grant in 2018
The New York Immigration Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for and safeguarding the rights of immigrant communities in New York. Its mission is to foster a fairer and more just society that recognizes and values the significant contributions of immigrants. Through various initiatives and advocacy efforts, the Coalition works to address the challenges faced by these communities, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are protected.

CSNYC

Grant in 2018
CSNYC’s mission is to ensure that all of New York City’s 1.1 million public school students have access to a high-quality computer science education that puts them on a pathway to college and career success.

GMHC

Grant in 2018
GMHC is a not-for-profit, volunteer-supported and community-based organization committed to national leadership in the fight against AIDS. We provide prevention and care services to men, women and families that are living with, or affected by, HIV/AIDS in New York City. We advocate for scientific, evidence-based public health solutions for hundreds of thousands worldwide.

Women In Need

Grant in 2018
Women In Need is a provider of shelter and services for homeless families in NYC. Since 1983, Win has been helping homeless New York City women and their children transform their lives through a progressive and holistic approach that doesn’t simply provide a hand out, but a way out. Win’s life-changing process starts with safe, clean housing and includes vital programs and services – developed to break the cycle of homelessness, so the women and children who are caught in the cycle can look forward to a brighter future.

Abyssinian Development Corporation

Grant in 2018
Abyssinian Development Corporation is a non-profit community development corporation dedicated to building the human, social and physical capital of Harlem. Founded in 1989, Abyssinian Development Corporation is a not-for-profit comprehensive community and economic development corporation dedicated to building the human, social, and physical capital in Harlem. In 1987, Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III encouraged The Abyssinian Baptist Church parishioners to work to rebuild this community brick by brick and block by block. From that time, ADC has grown into a nationally renowned entity at the forefront of the community development field. ADC has leveraged over $600 million of investments in the Harlem community, and has over 130 employees.

New York Mortgage Coalition

Grant in 2018
The New York Mortgage Coalition (NYMC) is a nonprofit collaboration of financial institutions and community housing agencies focused on expanding the opportunity for responsible and sustainable homeownership to minority, and low and moderate income individuals and families in the five boroughs of New York City, as well as the surrounding counties of Nassau, Suffolk, Dutchess, Orange, Rockland, and Westchester. NYMC supports its neighborhood-based nonprofit members in their pre-purchase counseling, post-purchase education, and financial literacy programs. Coalition members provide the public with access to the tools to achieve the dream of homeownership including information on competitive, fixed-rate loans, closing cost grants, and down payment assistance. NYMC also supports its member agencies who play a leading role in preserving homeownership offering informational workshops and one-on-one counseling to troubled homeowners through foreclosure prevention programs.

New York State Rural Housing Coalition

Grant in 2018
The NYS Rural Housing Coalition. is a network of rural housing professionals who work toward a common goal: to design, develop, finance, build and manage affordable housing to meet the diverse needs of rural New Yorkers Members share their knowledge and expertise to attain this goal.

AirTripStay

Venture Round in 2018
AirTripStay is a service company which supports your residential accommodation business introduction and operation. The company provides services in management agency, preparation, and setup. They also offer tools that can be centrally managed such as multiple account management, guest management, vacant room and calendar management, cleaning automatic arrangement and check-in management. AirTripStay upport the creation of the account of Airbnb and the creation of the introduction sentence that appeals to the attractiveness of the room. It also offers financial support for the introduction of interiors, furniture, home appliances, and rental. AirTripStay is based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.

Accomable

Acquisition in 2017
Accomable is an online marketplace dedicated to helping individuals with mobility difficulties find accessible accommodations and travel services. Founded by Srin Madipalli and Martyn Sibley, who share personal experiences related to Spinal Muscular Atrophy, the platform aims to simplify the travel experience for people with disabilities. Accomable features a comprehensive listing of accessible properties, complete with detailed information about the accessibility of each location, the surrounding area, and available services. Operating in over 60 countries, the platform allows users to easily discover, list, and book accommodations that cater to their specific accessibility requirements, ultimately enhancing the travel experience for those with mobility challenges.

Adbasis

Acquisition in 2017
Adbasis is a developer of advertisement testing and optimization software that provides a controlled environment for A/B and multivariate testing of search, display, and mobile ads. The platform focuses on enhancing digital advertising by applying a scientific approach to creative testing. Adbasis enables users to create, tag, and track search funnel metadata, allowing for the isolation of individual variables that significantly impact return on investment and performance. By facilitating the testing of these variables, the software helps businesses identify which elements drive new user acquisition and improve conversion rates. Adbasis has established itself as a leading ad testing platform, driven by a dedicated team and a commitment to customer service.

Trooly

Acquisition in 2017
Trooly, Inc. operates an online platform that enhances peer-to-peer social and business interactions through its Instant Trust™ services. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Trooly serves major financial institutions, peer-to-peer marketplaces, marketers, and employers by providing real-time verification and predictive assessments of trustworthiness. Utilizing advanced machine learning technology, Trooly analyzes digital footprints to deliver insights that exceed traditional background checks and risk management tools. This service aims to bridge the "trust gap" in modern commerce, offering instant evaluations of potential risks and rewards with minimal data input, typically costing under $1 per query and producing results in approximately 30 seconds. Trooly operates as a consumer reporting agency, adhering to privacy and data protection laws while ensuring transparency and respect for individual privacy. As of June 2018, Trooly is a subsidiary of Airbnb, Inc.

Deco Software

Acquisition in 2017
Deco Software Inc. specializes in providing integrated development environments (IDEs) for building React Native applications. Founded in 2015 by Gavin Owens, David Chen, Spencer Liolios, and Devin Abbott, the company is based in San Francisco, California. Deco Software also offers courses related to React Native, aimed at enhancing developers' skills in mobile app development and prototyping. In 2017, the company was acquired by Airbnb, further integrating its tools and services into the React Native ecosystem.

Vacaleo

Acquisition in 2017
The project launched in 2015 and was based in the European tech startup hub Berlin. Vacaleo.com was the world's most comprehensive metasearch engine for vacation and business rentals worldwide. Vacaleo was acquired by Airbnb in April 2017. https://www.skadden.com/about/news-and-rankings/news/2017/04/airbnb-to-acquire-germany-based-companies

Tilt

Acquisition in 2017
Tilt.com, Inc. is a crowdfunding platform that facilitates the collection and pooling of money for various purposes, catering to startups, politicians, and individuals seeking to raise funds online. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company offers both a free service for individuals and more advanced tools for businesses through Tilt Pro, allowing for customized crowdfunding experiences. Since its inception, Tilt has supported over 500,000 groups in achieving their fundraising goals, which range from social events to significant projects like building schools and supporting sports teams. Formerly known as Crowdtilt, Inc., the company rebranded in July 2014 and operates as a subsidiary of Airbnb, Inc. as of February 2017. Tilt's platform emphasizes collaboration, making it easier for groups to pool resources and turn their ideas into reality.

Luxury Retreats

Acquisition in 2017
Luxury Retreats, founded in 1999, is a leading provider of personalized villa vacations, offering a selection of over 2,500 luxury villas in more than 90 destinations worldwide. The company prides itself on its global team of over 150 travel enthusiasts who meticulously handpick and personally inspect each property to ensure quality and guest satisfaction. As a full-service villa rental company, Luxury Retreats provides complimentary concierge services and dedicated villa specialists who assist travelers in finding their ideal accommodations. With a commitment to exceptional customer service, the company operates an online rental marketplace that features high-end properties without charging any membership fees.

Resy, American Express Global Dining Network

Series A in 2017
Our mission is to power the world’s best restaurants, using technology to imagine the future of hospitality. We serve 5,000 restaurants globally. Our customers discover the amazing world of restaurants thanks to our content-rich website and innovative mobile app. Our diners are insiders, and we love having them at the table.

Trip4real

Acquisition in 2016
Trip4real is a community platform that connects travelers with local residents, allowing visitors to explore cities through authentic experiences. By facilitating unique tours and activities led by locals, the platform offers travelers the opportunity to engage with the culture and lifestyle of their destination. Users can participate in various activities, such as guided tours by street artists in London, cooking sessions with professional chefs in Madrid, or social outings with locals in Lisbon. Trip4real aims to change the way people travel by providing personalized and immersive experiences, promoting a deeper understanding of each city. The platform boasts a community of over 20,000 users dedicated to exploring Europe through local expertise.

ChangeCoin

Acquisition in 2016
ChangeCoin is a micropayment infrastructure for the Internet that specializes in the fields of micropayments, bitcoin, social commerce, digital currencies, and payments. It was founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Bold Financial Technologies

Acquisition in 2016
Bold Financial Technologies Inc. specializes in payment and compliance operations for on-demand service providers, marketplaces, and ad networks. The company offers a comprehensive payouts stack designed to facilitate global payments to new publishers. Its services include a REST API integration that supports various functionalities, such as background checks, driving record screening, and local currency payouts. The Bold Payouts platform enables marketplaces to utilize a single integration for their back-office payout infrastructure, streamlining the process of mass payouts and enhancing clients' international reach. Additionally, the company provides a complete administrative platform that includes tax tracking and reporting, recipient onboarding, and separate client and recipient portals. Bold Financial Technologies was incorporated in 2012 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Lapka

Acquisition in 2015
Lapka is a company that designs and manufactures sensor-centric gadgets, including a smartphone-assisted breathalyzer and various concept sensor nodes. Their products are capable of measuring environmental factors such as radiation levels, electromagnetic field strength, humidity, and nitrate levels in organic materials. The breathalyzer is designed as a sleek, charcoal-black ceramic tube, while additional devices include wooden and ceramic blocks that provide environmental data. In 2015, Lapka was acquired by Airbnb, Inc., expanding its reach in the technology market.

Vamo

Acquisition in 2015
Vamo was an online travel planning service based in Seattle that aimed to simplify the process of booking trips with multiple city stops. The platform allowed users to plan and book comprehensive vacations or business trips through its website. Despite its innovative approach to travel planning, Vamo was acquired by Airbnb, which subsequently led to the shutdown of the service. The company was known for its experienced team dedicated to enhancing the travel planning experience.

Pencil Labs

Acquisition in 2014
Pencil Labs is a startup in Boston that created Wyth. Wyth is a calendar + messaging app that helps you make plans, naturally. Use Wyth on your iPhone to message anyone and Wyth will intuitively suggest the dates, times, and places that work for the people you want to see. Wyth gets you, and gets smarter the more you use it.

Localmind

Acquisition in 2012
Localmind is a platform that enables users to send questions about specific locations and receive real-time answers from individuals present at those sites. By connecting users anonymously and temporarily with local respondents, Localmind allows inquiries about various situations, such as crowd levels at bars, wait times at clubs, and table availability in restaurants. The service integrates seamlessly with multiple location-based platforms, ensuring targeted questions reach the appropriate audience. Through this innovative approach, Localmind provides valuable insights into the local scene, allowing users to make informed decisions based on immediate, on-the-ground information.

Fondu

Acquisition in 2012
Fondu (formerly SpotOn) was a community for sharing bite-sized reviews about places to eat and drink. Users wrote a short review of places they visited and gave it a rating of 1-4 "petals" that got pushed to their followers in the community. After launching SpotOn as an NYC only beta at TechCrunch Disrupt NYC in May, the team spent a lot of time refining the recommendation engine and testing with users. Based on extensive user feedback, the team decided to evolve their product into a social network for bite-sized reviews and renamed the company to Fondu. Fondu was acquired by [Airbnb] (http://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-buys-fondu-2012-10) in 2012

DailyBooth

Acquisition in 2012
DailyBooth is a social networking platform that allows users to share photos and status updates in real-time. The service enables individuals to follow their friends and receive updates, creating an interactive online experience centered around visual content. By facilitating immediate communication through images, DailyBooth fosters connections among users, enhancing social engagement.

NabeWise Media

Acquisition in 2012
NabeWise is an online service that assists individuals in finding suitable neighborhoods for moving or traveling. Utilizing its NabeFinder tool, the company employs proprietary data and algorithms to create heat maps that visualize neighborhoods based on users' specific preferences. This approach enables users to make informed decisions about where to live or visit, catering to their unique needs and lifestyle choices. By focusing on neighborhood characteristics, NabeWise provides a valuable resource for those seeking the right environment to suit their personal or professional circumstances.

Crashpadder

Acquisition in 2012
Crashpadder is an online peer-to-peer accommodation network that connects travelers with hosts offering short-term rentals. Launched in late 2008, it quickly became a leading platform in the UK, featuring nearly 2,000 hosts in London alone. The service allows individuals to list their homes and apartments for rent, facilitating unique travel experiences for guests. In March 2012, Crashpadder was acquired by Airbnb, further expanding its reach in the hospitality market.

Accoleo

Acquisition in 2011
Accoleo is an online marketplace that enables users to rent out their flats, extra beds, or couches to others seeking accommodations. Founded by Gunnar Froh, the company is based in Koblenz, Germany. By connecting hosts with potential renters, Accoleo facilitates short-term lodging options, catering to individuals in need of flexible and affordable places to stay.
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