Chip Conley

Chip Conley is an American hotelier, author, and entrepreneur celebrated for his innovative contributions to the hospitality industry and his advocacy for midlife transformation. At 26, he founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality, which grew into the second-largest boutique hotel brand in the U.S. After selling the company in 2010, Conley joined Airbnb as Head of Global Hospitality & Strategy, mentoring its founders and helping shape the company's global expansion .Fast Company+9+9+9Fast Company+2+2+2

In 2018, Conley founded the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) in Baja California Sur, Mexico—the world’s first “midlife wisdom school.” MEA offers immersive programs designed to help individuals reframe midlife as a time for growth, learning, and purpose. Conley’s work emphasizes the value of experience and emotional intelligence in leadership and personal development .Bookey+12+12+12Fast Company+3+3+3

Conley is also a New York Times bestselling author of several books, including Peak: How Great Companies Get Their Mojo from Maslow, Emotional Equations, and Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder. His writings explore the intersection of business, psychology, and spirituality. Notable quotes from Conley include:+4+4+4

“Anxiety = Uncertainty x Powerlessness”

“Joy = Love – Fear”

“Curiosity = Wonder + Awe”+2Goodreads+2+2

These emotional equations reflect his approach to understanding and navigating emotions in both personal and professional contexts .Quotes and statuses+4+4+4