Chip Conley

Founder & CEO, Modern Elder Academy, Bestselling Author

Chip Conley is on a midlife mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice – first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the U.S., and then as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel – Conley co-founded MEA (Modern Elder Academy) in January 2018. Inspired by his experience of intergenerational mentoring as a 'modern elder' at Airbnb, where his guidance was instrumental to the company’s extraordinary transformation from fast-growing start-up to the world’s most valuable hospitality brand, MEA is the world's first 'midlife wisdom school.' Dedicated to reframing the concept of aging, MEA supports students to navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility.

A New York Times bestselling author, Conley is a globally-recognized thought leader on the future of work, the value of corporate culture, and the competitive advantage of a multi-generational workplace.

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Mentorship, lifelong learning and the multigenerational workplace: A conversation with Airbnb’s Chip Conley

This episode explores how to leverage generational diversity as a strength in the workplace. Learn strategies for fostering collaboration across age groups, embracing mutual mentorship, and blending curiosity with wisdom to create more dynamic teams and stronger leadership.

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Business

How hindsight can take us to a new level of “wisdom management”

Chip Conley — founder and CEO of JDV Hospitality and Airbnb’s former Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy — maps out an inclusive path from hindsight to wisdom.

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How to future-proof your career

He revolutionized hospitality, twice. Chip Conley shares his secrets to being able to evolve in an ever-changing world.

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Event

Inspire Lifelong Learning

Airbnb alum Chip Conley shares lessons learned on ageless leadership, intergenerational workforces and the power of mentorship.

Neuropsych

Midlife crisis? More like midlife calling. Here’s how to find yours.

Did you know that shifting to a positive perspective on aging can add 7.5 years to your life? Or that there is a provable U-curve of happiness that shows people get happier after age 50?

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