AirBnb: Global Head of Research and Innovation - Monica Dreger
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March 3, 2026 · 59 min
About this episode
Monica Dreger discusses her career at the intersection of research, innovation, and business impact, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and asking the right questions.
Building a career at the intersection of research, innovation, and business impact takes more than just following the rules. It takes curiosity, adaptability, and the confidence to ask better questions. Monica Dreger, the Global Head of Research and Innovation at Airbnb, shares how her background in psychology shaped her approach to insights and leadership, and how asking the right questions has helped her drive transformation at companies like Mattel, Unilever, and Airbnb. From navigating to...
People in this episode
Guest: Monica Dreger
Topics covered
- research
- innovation
- business impact
- leadership
- psychology
- transformation
Keywords
- Airbnb
- research
- innovation
- leadership
- psychology
- business impact
- transformation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Airbnb, Mattel, Unilever
Places: Airbnb
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