Airbnb
Elizabeth Ponce is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience at Airbnb since August 2017, specializing in Search and Knowledge Infrastructure. Elizabeth has held various roles including Global Lead for the Genders Marginalized in Tech Employee Resource Group, and has participated in multiple rotations within production and corporate infrastructure. Prior to Airbnb, Elizabeth worked at Gladys Bikes as a Bicycle Mechanic and Instructor and co-owned North St. Bags LLC, handling business management and strategic planning. Additional experience includes conflict resolution at the Multnomah County District Attorney's Office and various roles in community-oriented bicycle programs in Chicago. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Oregon State University and a Bachelor of Science in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution from Portland State University.
This person is not in any teams
This person is not in any offices
Airbnb
2135 followers
Founded in 2008, Airbnb started out as a simple idea. The two founders, Brian Chesky and Joe Gebbia were desperately trying to make rent in San Francisco. To raise money, they strategically rented out their air mattresses to attendees of a major conference in the area. This is where the name "Air Bed and Breakfast" is derived from, and would soon become the well-known industry disruptor "Airbnb". Airbnb is a global travel community that offers magical end-to-end trips, including where you stay, what you do and the people you meet. The platform has grown to 4 million hosts who have opened their homes to 1 billion guests around the world with their most popular destinations being in Kissimeee FL, NYC, LA, Davenport, FL, San Diego, Atlanta, Austin Texas, and many more. Airbnb uniquely leverages technology to economically empower millions of people around the world to unlock and monetize their spaces, passions and talents to become hospitality entrepreneurs. Through their technology, they facilitate the connection and renting process between the hosts and travelers, however, do not actually own any of the rented out spaces themselves. Although they are known mostly for their lodging services and unique housing options, they also provide online experiences or in-person meet ups and community relief services. These two offerings became especially prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic as well as other natural disasters that occurred around the world where housing options quickly became scarce. Today, Airbnb's headquarters are in San Francisco where the simple idea started. They have additional offices in LA, NYC, Berlin, and Paris with plans to expand in Atlanta. They will continue to widen their global footprint to accommodate guests around the world.