Technology Executive & Marketplace Strategist; CEO at Taskrabbit; Former Leader at Airbnb, Uber & Expedia; Gig Economy Expert

San Francisco, CA, USA
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Ania Smith Biography

Ania Smith is a technology executive and marketplace strategist who serves as chief executive officer of Taskrabbit, an online and mobile platform connecting consumers with skilled freelancers—known as Taskers—for household tasks such as furniture assembly, moving, handyman work, and personal assistance. Smith brings more than 20 years of experience in global business operations and strategic planning to her role at Taskrabbit. Since joining the company, Taskrabbit has grown to approximately five times its original size.

Smith's career in the gig economy and consumer technology includes leadership roles at Expedia, Walmart's e-commerce division, Airbnb, and Uber. At Airbnb, she held positions including head of business operations for North America, operations for host services, and senior lead for host growth. Before joining Taskrabbit, Smith led courier operations for Uber Eats. Her work has focused on optimizing marketplace platforms for growth, leveraging pricing and operating models to increase revenue, drive customer acquisition, and enhance user experience. Smith has also launched businesses in international markets and has expertise in scaling operations globally.

During Smith's tenure, Taskrabbit expanded its global footprint, including operations in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and a new team in Poland. The platform has completed over 3 million tasks in a single year and approaches 4 million tasks annually. Smith has championed innovation within Taskrabbit, including the implementation of artificial intelligence to improve productivity and better match Taskers with clients.

Smith immigrated to the United States from Poland at age 12, arriving without English language skills. Her background as the daughter of Eastern European immigrants who worked multiple jobs informs her understanding of the supply side of the gig economy and the challenges faced by hourly workers. Midway through her career, Smith and her husband took an adult gap year, a decision she credits with reshaping her professional outlook.

Beyond her role at Taskrabbit, Smith is a recognized voice on the future of work and the gig economy. She has appeared on Washington Post Live to discuss trends shaping the workforce. Smith has served as an independent director on the Wingstop Board of Directors. Her experience as a chief executive officer and head of operations at multiple e-commerce companies provides expertise in operations, marketplace technology, human resources, business development, and strategy. Smith also contributes as a guest lecturer, panelist, conference participant, and mentor to students from underprivileged backgrounds. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in economics and political science from the University of South Dakota and an MBA in strategic management and finance from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

Ania Smith Videos

Ania Smith- Washington Post LIve

Ania Smith- Washington Post LIve

Ania Smith on how the pandemic changed the landscape of the gig economy.

Ania Smith | The Hill Small Business Summit

Ania Smith | The Hill Small Business Summit

Ania Smith in conversation with The Hill's Steve Clemons.

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