Luke Tinkess
About Luke Tinkess
Luke Tinkess is a finance professional currently serving as Principal of Business Finance & Analytics for Hosts at Airbnb since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial analysis and management, having previously held positions at companies such as Billabong, Xoom, and HotelTonight.
Current Role at Airbnb
Luke Tinkess serves as the Principal of Business Finance & Analytics for Hosts at Airbnb. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's financial strategies and analytics for a duration of three years. His role involves overseeing financial planning and analysis, focusing on optimizing business operations and enhancing the host experience.
Previous Experience at HotelTonight
Before his current role at Airbnb, Luke worked at HotelTonight as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2017 to 2018. During this one-year tenure, he was responsible for financial analysis and reporting, which supported the company's decision-making processes. His experience at HotelTonight equipped him with insights into the hospitality sector.
Career Path and Financial Expertise
Luke has a diverse background in finance, having worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Xoom, a PayPal Service, from 2014 to 2017. His role involved analyzing financial data and providing insights to improve business performance. Additionally, he served as an FP&A Manager at Airbnb from 2019 to 2021, where he further developed his financial planning and analysis skills.
Education and Academic Background
Luke Tinkess earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He attended the university from 2009 to 2013, where he gained foundational knowledge in business principles and management practices. His academic background supports his professional expertise in finance.
Early Career and Internships
Luke began his career as a Sales Associate at Billabong in 2011 for three months. He also completed an internship as an Operations Intern at Swell in 2012 for two months. These early experiences provided him with exposure to retail operations and business processes.