Rob Dyrdek is an American professional skateboarder, entrepreneur, and television personality known for his innovative contributions to the skateboarding industry and his dynamic presence in reality TV. Born on June 28, 1974, in Kettering, Ohio, Dyrdek began skateboarding at the age of 11 and quickly rose to prominence within the sport.

Dyrdek’s professional skateboarding career took off when he signed his first sponsorship deal at the age of 12 with the popular skateboarding brand, Alien Workshop. By 16, he had moved to California to pursue skateboarding full-time. His career includes numerous skateboarding records and groundbreaking projects, such as founding the Street League Skateboarding (SLS) competition series, which has become a premier global skateboarding competition​

Dyrdek is also a successful entrepreneur with ventures spanning various industries. He founded Dyrdek Machine, a venture studio that helps launch and build businesses. Through this platform, he has been involved in creating and investing in numerous companies, demonstrating his keen business acumen.