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David Baszucki

Co-founder & CEO, Roblox · USA

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-14

David Baszucki is the CEO of Roblox. Baszucki is based in USA. Baszucki has held the role since 2004. Baszucki was born in 1963 in Winnipeg and educated at Eden Prairie High School and Stanford University.

David Brent Baszucki is a Canadian-born American entrepreneur, engineer, and software developer. He is best known for his works around the Roblox Corporation. He co-founded and was the CEO of Knowledge Revolution, which was acquired by MSC Software in December 1998. As of September 2026, Forbes estimated his net worth at $3.1 billion USD.

Recent developments

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Recent coverage of David Baszucki has centered on escalating child safety investigations into Roblox, including scrutiny from the U.S. Senate and an Ohio lawsuit, alongside a disruptive incident at the company's 2026 conference. Additionally, Baszucki has discussed the platform's global growth and his business philosophy in media appearances, while financial reporting has tracked his executive compensation and personal stock transactions.

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Born
January 20, 1963 · Winnipeg
Citizenship
United States
Education
Eden Prairie High School, Stanford University

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David Baszucki: FAQ

Who is David Baszucki?
David Baszucki is the Co-founder & CEO of Roblox, based in USA.
What company does David Baszucki lead?
David Baszucki is CEO of Roblox, a role held since 2004.
Where was David Baszucki educated?
David Baszucki studied at Eden Prairie High School, Stanford University.