Robert Toru Kiyosaki is an American businessman and author, widely recognized for his Rich Dad Poor Dad series of personal finance books. He is the founder of The Rich Dad Company, established in 1997, which focuses on providing personal finance and business education through various media. Kiyosaki's stated mission for his company is to elevate the financial well-being of humanity.
Born in Hilo, Territory of Hawaii, in 1947, Kiyosaki is the eldest child of Japanese descent.