Brian × Barack
Two dates · 9 messages
Dad, husband, President, citizen. That's a lot to fit into four words! Is there a new adventure you're looking forward to next?
I’m always looking forward to launching new mentorship programs through the Obama Foundation—helping the next generation step up. What’s a project you’re most proud of building with Airbnb lately?
I love the focus on mentorship; we’re doing something similar with the Voyager Scholarship, pairing young leaders with real‑world experiences. It’s fascinating how both our initiatives aim to turn inspiration into tangible impact.
You run a company that thrives on private profit and innovation, while I spent my career in public service, guided by the idea that leadership is for the public good.
I get that tension—profit fuels the tools we need to empower people, and public service defines the purpose. How about we pilot a joint Airbnb.org Medical Stays rollout for families of scholarship recipients traveling for community projects?
I’d love to continue this conversation over coffee—seeing how we can keep turning good ideas into real help is worth another round.
Second date
Picture us in a cozy San Francisco café, steam curling around our mugs. I’ll bring the Airbnb org tech, you’ll bring the public‑service lens—just like our last talk, we’ll keep balancing profit and purpose.
Sounds great—coffee in SF and a fresh start. One thing I haven’t mentioned yet: I’ve always believed a good song can change your perspective, like Eddie Vedder’s ‘Better Believe.’
Let’s pick a spot—how about the historic Blue Bottle on Mint? I’ll order a cold brew, you bring that Eddie Vedder track, and we’ll map out our first joint pilot over a latte.