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IP Interview
Published May 21, 2020

From eBay to Airbnb: Marketplace Lessons

Executive Bio

Sam McDonagh

Former Country Manager at Airbnb and Director at eBay, APAC

Why is this interview interesting?

  • eBay's approach to building supply and merchandising versus Airbnb's host community
  • Comparison of the pricing model at eBay and Airbnb
  • How Airbnb can compete with OTAs for traditional properties
  • Potential evolution in the pricing strategies for Airbnb
  • How Airbnb built a purpose-driven community
  • Potential regulatory risks for Airbnb

Interview Transcript

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