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Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia is set to join the Department of Government Efficiency alongside Elon Musk, according to The New York Times (NYSE:NYT), citing a source familiar with the matter. Gebbia, a Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) board member and longtime friend of Musk, is expected to start soon, though his specific role within Musk's team remains unclear.
The White House has not responded to Reuters' request for comment, and attempts to reach Gebbia have been unsuccessful.
Gebbia, who co-founded Airbnb and serves on Tesla’s board, has a longstanding professional relationship with Musk. His appointment highlights Musk’s effort to assemble a team of experienced leaders to drive innovation in government operations.
Notably, Gebbia signaled a political shift when he revealed on X, formerly Twitter, that he voted Republican before U.S. President Donald Trump's inauguration, marking a departure from his previous Democratic leanings.
This move brings together two high-profile entrepreneurs known for disruptive innovation, sparking interest in potential reforms they may pursue to enhance government efficiency.
The announcement has drawn attention from investors, with Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and New York Times (NYSE:NYT) stocks under close watch amid the news.
Gebbia’s extensive experience in technology and platform scaling through Airbnb could bring valuable insights to government operations, aligning with Musk’s push for modernization and efficiency.
The news has sparked discussions across social media platforms, with industry experts weighing in on the potential impact of Gebbia and Musk's collaboration.
As the public awaits further details, the appointment of Gebbia signals a notable addition to Musk’s government efficiency initiative, with potential implications for future public-sector reforms.
