David Booth

Businessman, investor, philanthropist

American Lawrence, Kansas, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionBusinessman, investor, philanthropist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth02/12/1946
Age79 years
BirthplaceLawrence, Kansas, USA

Latest News about David Booth

09/02/2026

Dimensional Fund Advisors reported that it had crossed $1 trillion in global assets under management. The milestone was highlighted in a statement attributed to founder and chairman David Booth, underscoring the firm’s continued growth and scale.

13/08/2025

The University of Kansas announced a historic $300 million gift from David Booth, one of the largest donations ever made to the school. The gift was tied to athletics and broader university priorities, reflecting his long-standing support for the institution.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameDavid Gilbert Booth
Known ForCo-founder and chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors
SummaryDavid Booth is an American businessman, investor, and philanthropist known for co-founding Dimensional Fund Advisors and for major charitable giving, especially to universities.

Educational Qualification(s)

Alma Mater
  • University of Kansas
  • University of Chicago

Personal Life

Birthplace NotesGrew up in Garnett, Kansas, and later lived in Lawrence, Kansas.

Career

Primary Roles
  • Co-founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors
  • Chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors
  • Investor
  • Philanthropist
Notable Work
  • Helped build Dimensional Fund Advisors into a major asset management firm
  • Supported educational and scientific institutions through large charitable gifts

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He made a major gift to the University of Chicago in 2008.
2. He has supported the University of Kansas with significant philanthropy.
3. He co-founded Dimensional Fund Advisors in 1981.
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