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Johannes Reck
Co-Founder & CEO at GetYourGuide
Johannes Reck is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GetYourGuide, a leading global online marketplace for booking travel experiences. He co-founded the company in 2009 while studying biochemistry at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich). The idea for GetYourGuide was inspired by a personal experience in Beijing, where he was guided by his friend Tao, now the company's COO. This encounter highlighted the value of guided experiences in travel, which became the core mission of GetYourGuide.
Under Johannes' leadership, GetYourGuide has grown significantly, becoming a major platform for travelers to discover and book tours, attractions, and immersive experiences worldwide. The company is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and has raised substantial funding from investors like SoftBank and KKR. Johannes is responsible for setting the company's vision and strategy, driving its expansion into a global brand with over 150 million booked experiences across more than 11,000 cities.
Johannes is also involved in supporting other startup founders through mentorship and investment. His LinkedIn profile can be found under the username "johannesreck".12
Key Points About Johannes Reck:
- Education: Master of Science in Biochemistry from ETH Zurich.
- Work Experience: Co-Founder and CEO of GetYourGuide since 2009.
- Background: Originally from Cologne, Germany.
- Languages: Fluent in English, German, and French.
- Role at GetYourGuide: Leads the company's vision and strategy, overseeing its growth into a leading global booking platform for travel experiences.
- Involvement: Active in supporting startups as an investor and mentor.



