Andres Schabelman

Andres Schabelman, also known as Andy, is a multifaceted professional with a diverse background in entrepreneurship, business development, and international expansion. His current roles include being a collaborator, consultant, speaker, investor, actor, and advisor to Heart-First Leaders, as well as a Ceremony Creator at Schabelman.

Professional Background

Schabelman has an impressive track record in the tech and sharing economy sectors:

• He was among the first 30 employees at Airbnb, where he played a crucial role in the company's early network growth and international expansion.3
• He served as VP of International Expansion at Fiverr.2
• He held positions as VP of Operations and Community at Overnight, a homesharing platform.
• Schabelman was a founding partner for Community Growth at Meal Sharing.
• He worked on the Latin America Business Expansion Founding Team and AdSense Policy Team at Google.

Education

Andres Schabelman's educational background includes:

• Master's in Public Policy (MPP) with a focus on Strategic Management and Leadership from Harvard Kennedy School.1
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science-International Relations and Spanish Literature from Williams College.

Personal Background

Born to Argentine-Jewish parents and raised in a Catholic-Colombian community in New Orleans, Schabelman has a unique multicultural background that has shaped his worldview.1 This diverse upbringing has contributed to his ability to navigate and connect with various cultures, which has been beneficial in his international business endeavors.

Philosophy and Approach

Schabelman describes himself as a "Reflector, transmitting TRUTH & heart through my being & OFTEN WITH THE ABSURD, pushing for A BorderLess, FOrmless world without binaries".1 He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and collaboration in his work and life philosophy. His approach is characterized by a "heart-first" leadership style, focusing on bringing people together and fostering unity.1

Current Ventures

As an investor, Schabelman has stakes in various companies, including Tortuga Agriculture, Belong Homes, Levels Health, and several others.1 He is also involved in mentoring and advising roles for companies like Nilus and Candid.1

In addition to his business pursuits, Schabelman is also an actor, writer, and travel host.13 He has written a book titled "Captains Wanted" and created a perfume, both of which he describes as part of his mission to help people "return to themselves".1