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Quote by Brian Chesky

“Culture is simply a shared way of doing something with passion.”

Quote by Brian Chesky

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Brian Chesky, born on August 29, 1981, is an American internet entrepreneur. He co-founded Airbnb, an online short-term rental platform that has revolutionized the global travel accommodation industry. Chesky is renowned for his innovative thinking and leadership in the internet industry. more

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