Amanpreet Bajaj Takes On Expanded Role at Airbnb

Airbnb has appointed Mr. Amanpreet Bajaj as General Manager for India, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Amanpreet has worked as Airbnb’s Country Manager in India since 2015.

In his expanded role, Amanpreet will be responsible for driving Airbnb's strategy and long-term growth in some of the company’s fastest-growing markets in Asia Pacific.

“After a truly enriching five years at Airbnb, I am thrilled to take on an expanded challenge to ensure the long-term growth of Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan -- some of the world’s most popular travel destinations,” said Amanpreet. “I am looking forward to applying my experience to further engage and grow our communities of hosts and guests across this region, working hand in hand towards tourism’s much-needed recovery.”

Amanpreet assumes his new position as Mike Orgill, the former GM for Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan, returns to his role as Airbnb’s Regional Policy Director for Asia-Pacific.

Amanpreet will continue to report to Kum Hong Siew, Airbnb’s Regional Director for Asia-Pacific and Chief Operating Officer of Airbnb China.

“We are delighted to have Amanpreet take on an expanded role to lead Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan in addition to managing operations for India,” said Kum Hong Siew. “Amanpreet has been instrumental in driving the growth of India as a key geography for Airbnb, and we are looking forward to partnering with him in this new chapter of his career, helping this region reach new heights.”

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