Joe Gebbia
Appearance
Joe Gebbia | |
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Education | Rhode Island School of Design |
Occupation | Businessman |
Joe Gebbia is an American billionaire businessman. He is the co-founder of Airbnb.
Early life
Joe Gebbia was born on August 21, 1981.[1] He graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, Rhode Island, where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design and Industrial Design.[2]
Career
He is the co-founder of Airbnb.[1]
Philanthropy
He serves on the Board of Trustees of his alma mater, the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD).[3] In 2014, he donated US$300,000 to RISD to establish a US$50,000 term scholarship and an endowed fund.[4]
Personal life
He resides in San Francisco, California.[4]
References
- ^ a b Forbes' 29th Annual World's Billionaires Issue, Forbes, March 2, 2015
- ^ Airbnb: Founders
- ^ Rhode Island School of Design: Board of Trustees
- ^ a b Airbnb Cofounder Supports RISD Scholarships, RISD, 05/02/2014