Airbnb names Klain, former White House Chief of Staff, as chief legal officer

Airbnb has named Ron Klain, former White House Chief of Staff for President Joe Biden, as its chief legal officer.  

Klain was also chief legal officer at venture capital firm Revolution, which was started by AOL founder Steve Case.  

Klain's appointment takes effect at the start of the year. He will report to Airbnb CEO and co-founder Brian Chesky.