Craig Donato

Craig Donato is a seasoned leader with a successful track record in various executive roles within the technology sector. He is known for his passion in spearheading new ventures and cultivating untapped markets.

With a notable background in scaling startups, Craig played pivotal roles in transforming two technology companies, Roblox and Excite, into multi-billion-dollar corporations. While some ventures like Oodle and Nextdoor faced challenges in scaling, he consistently demonstrated an aptitude for fostering growth and innovation.

Craig Donato thrives in cultivating community-centric platforms and is adept at leveraging network effects, community initiatives, and strategic partnerships to drive expansion. His expertise extends to driving revenue growth through effective monetization strategies.

He holds an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech, showcasing a strong academic foundation in business and technology.

Prior to his current endeavors, Craig held various key positions such as Chief Business Officer at ROBLOX, VP of Business Development at Nextdoor.com, and CEO & Co-Founder at Oodle (later acquired by QVC), among others.

His career spans leadership roles at notable organizations like QVC, Grand Central, Excite@Home, and Excite, where he honed his skills in product development, community building, and strategic business growth.