Tony Hawk is the most famous and influential skateboarder of all time. In the 1980s and 1990s, he was intrumental in skateboarding’s transformation from fringe pursuit to respected sport. He is the founder, President, and CEO of Tony Hawk, Inc., which he continues to develop and grow. He is also the founder of the Tony Hawk Foundation, which works to create skateparks and empower youth in low-income communities.