Host Guest was founded on one simple belief: every student deserves to feel at home, no matter how far they travel. What began as a shared vision between friends from different cultures grew into a movement that connects students with welcoming host families across the world.
From Tunisia to Oman, London to the United States, Illinois to California, our journey taught us that belonging is not a place, it is people. It’s the shared meals, late-night talks, and quiet moments of care that turn strangers into family.
Host Guest exists to make that feeling possible for every student who leaves home to follow a dream, to make their first step into a new world feel like coming home.
Our Values
Trust and Safety
Belonging and Community
Accessibility and Affordability
Meet the Team
Daniel Messina
Marketing and Growth Associate
“As a University of Iowa graduate, I’ve learned how to bridge creativity and data to make ideas connect with people. My background in art, computer science, and economics shapes how I approach marketing that feels genuine and meaningful. I use curiosity, creativity, and design to bring Host Guest’s story to life and make every message connect with people on a personal level. Having adapted to new communities myself, I know the power of belonging and work to make that same feeling easy to find for everyone who joins our platform.”
Meg Meyers
Product Manager/Lead Software Engineer
“I’m driven by building systems that actually work in the real world. With a background that spans healthcare, business, and software engineering, I approach Host Guest from both a human and technical perspective. I focus on creating a platform that is not only reliable and secure, but also intuitive and trustworthy for the people using it. Every feature I build is grounded in real-life scenarios, ensuring that hosts and guests can navigate the experience with clarity and confidence. For me, this isn’t just about launching a product — it’s about creating something that genuinely supports people and stands up to real-world use.”