Strauss  Zelnick net worth and biography

Strauss Zelnick Biography and Net Worth

Strauss Zelnick, a partner in ZelnickMedia since 2001, became Chairman of Take-Two in March 2007 and Chief Executive Officer in January 2011. Throughout his tenure at Take-Two, Strauss has been an inspiring, visionary leader, applying sound financial infrastructure and rigor to enable the industry’s top creative talent to pursue their passions and deliver incredible entertainment experiences for consumers across the world. Strauss has been instrumental in establishing a strong corporate culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful, and is driven by the Take-Two’s mission to be the most innovative, creative, and efficient entertainment company in the world. By leveraging his vast media expertise, Strauss continues to position Take-Two to be on the forefront of our evolving industry and to chart our pathway for long-term success.

Prior to forming ZelnickMedia, Strauss was President and Chief Executive Officer of BMG Entertainment, a $4.7 billion music and entertainment company. His appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer of BMG Entertainment followed his tenure as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company's North American business unit from 1994 through 1998. Before joining BMG Entertainment, Strauss was President and Chief Executive Officer of Crystal Dynamics, a leading producer and distributor of interactive game software. Prior to that, he spent four years as President and Chief Operating Officer of 20th Century Fox, where he managed all aspects of the worldwide motion picture and distribution business.

Previously, Strauss spent three years at Vestron Inc. as a senior executive and rose to become President and Chief Operating Officer. He also served as Vice President, International Television for Columbia Pictures.

Strauss holds an MBA and a JD from Harvard University and a BA from Wesleyan University. He currently serves on the boards of directors of Starwood Property Trust, Inc; Education Networks of America, a privately-held company; and the Entertainment Software Association, for which he served as Chairman from July 2014 to July 2017. Additionally, Strauss served as Chairman of the Board for CBS Corp. from 2018-2019. Strauss is an associate member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and is a Trustee Emeritus of Wesleyan University.

What is Strauss Zelnick's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Strauss Zelnick is at least $121.22 million as of June 1st, 2023. Mr. Zelnick owns 666,147 shares of Take-Two Interactive Software stock worth more than $121,218,770 as of December 21st. This net worth approximation does not reflect any other assets that Mr. Zelnick may own. Additionally, Mr. Zelnick receives a salary of $274,070.00 as CEO at Take-Two Interactive Software. Learn More about Strauss Zelnick's net worth.

How old is Strauss Zelnick?

Mr. Zelnick is currently 67 years old. There are 3 older executives and no younger executives at Take-Two Interactive Software. Learn More on Strauss Zelnick's age.

What is Strauss Zelnick's salary?

As the CEO of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., Mr. Zelnick earns $274,070.00 per year. There are 2 executives that earn more than Mr. Zelnick. The highest earning executive at Take-Two Interactive Software is Ms. Lainie Goldstein, Chief Financial Officer, who commands a salary of $1,970,000.00 per year. Learn More on Strauss Zelnick's salary.

How do I contact Strauss Zelnick?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Zelnick and other Take-Two Interactive Software executives is 110 West 44th Street, New York NY, 10036. Take-Two Interactive Software can also be reached via phone at (646) 536-2842 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Strauss Zelnick's contact information.

Has Strauss Zelnick been buying or selling shares of Take-Two Interactive Software?

Strauss Zelnick has not been actively trading shares of Take-Two Interactive Software in the last ninety days. Most recently, Strauss Zelnick sold 8,000 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, December 6th. The shares were sold at an average price of $157.15, for a transaction totalling $1,257,200.00. Learn More on Strauss Zelnick's trading history.

Who are Take-Two Interactive Software's active insiders?

Take-Two Interactive Software's insider roster includes Daniel Emerson (Insider), Lainie Goldstein (CFO), Jon Moses (Director), Michael Sheresky (Director), Karl Slatoff (President), LaVerne Srinivasan (Director), and Strauss Zelnick (CEO). Learn More on Take-Two Interactive Software's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Take-Two Interactive Software?

During the last twelve months, insiders at the sold shares 7 times. They sold a total of 96,797 shares worth more than $14,482,805.71. The most recent insider tranaction occured on December, 2nd when insider Daniel P Emerson sold 777 shares worth more than $145,796.28. Insiders at Take-Two Interactive Software own 1.5% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Take-Two Interactive Software.

Information on this page was last updated on 12/2/2024.

Strauss Zelnick Insider Trading History at Take-Two Interactive Software

Transaction DateBuy/SellNumber of SharesAverage Share PriceTotal TransactionShares Held After TransactionDetails
12/6/2023Sell8,000$157.15$1,257,200.00View SEC Filing Icon  
6/1/2023Sell9,537$137.67$1,312,958.79666,147View SEC Filing Icon  
4/13/2021Sell270,984$182.90$49,562,973.60View SEC Filing Icon  
8/19/2020Sell35,000$173.58$6,075,300.00View SEC Filing Icon  
7/6/2020Sell40,000$146.09$5,843,600.00View SEC Filing Icon  
4/13/2020Sell216,665$118.97$25,776,635.05View SEC Filing Icon  
8/8/2019Sell20,000$130.18$2,603,600.00View SEC Filing Icon  
6/12/2019Sell25,000$108.74$2,718,500.00View SEC Filing Icon  
4/4/2019Sell144,614$94.05$13,600,946.70View SEC Filing Icon  
5/18/2018Sell40,000$113.29$4,531,600.00View SEC Filing Icon  
4/4/2018Sell252,197$95.63$24,117,599.11View SEC Filing Icon  
11/9/2017Sell31,004$116.49$3,611,655.96View SEC Filing Icon  
8/4/2017Sell50,000$87.81$4,390,500.00View SEC Filing Icon  
5/25/2017Sell35,000$78.53$2,748,550.00View SEC Filing Icon  
11/30/2016Sell80,000$49.55$3,964,000.00View SEC Filing Icon  
8/9/2016Sell50,000$41.17$2,058,500.00View SEC Filing Icon  
8/8/2016Sell9,134$41.01$374,585.34View SEC Filing Icon  
6/8/2016Sell50,000$39.14$1,957,000.00View SEC Filing Icon  
5/20/2016Sell325,550$36.37$11,840,253.50View SEC Filing Icon  
2/9/2016Sell31,444$35.00$1,100,540.00View SEC Filing Icon  
12/7/2015Sell150,000$36.15$5,422,500.00View SEC Filing Icon  
8/12/2015Sell12,000$29.86$358,320.00View SEC Filing Icon  
5/26/2015Sell152,385$27.38$4,172,301.30View SEC Filing Icon  
5/22/2015Sell152,385$27.40$4,175,349.00View SEC Filing Icon  
5/21/2015Sell304,772$27.68$8,436,088.96View SEC Filing Icon  
2/5/2015Sell22,000$28.75$632,500.00View SEC Filing Icon  
7/14/2014Sell12,000$22.42$269,040.00View SEC Filing Icon  
4/2/2014Sell379,317$21.85$8,288,076.45View SEC Filing Icon  
9/16/2013Sell50,000$18.00$900,000.00View SEC Filing Icon  
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Strauss Zelnick Buying and Selling Activity at Take-Two Interactive Software

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Take-Two Interactive Software Company Overview

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Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. develops, publishes, and markets interactive entertainment solutions for consumers worldwide. It develops and publishes action/adventure products under the Grand Theft Auto, LA Noire, Max Payne, Midnight Club, and Red Dead Redemption names, as well as other franchises. The company also publishes various entertainment properties across various platforms and a range of genres, such as shooter, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, and family/casual entertainment under the BioShock, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, XCOM series, Borderlands, and Tiny Tina's Wonderland names. In addition, it publishes sports simulation titles comprising NBA 2K series, a basketball video game; the WWE 2K professional wrestling series; mobile titles, including WWE SuperCard; and PGA TOUR 2K. Further, the company offers Kerbal Space Program and OlliOlli World; free-to-play mobile games, such as CSR Racing, Dragon City, Empires & Puzzles, FarmVille, Golf Rival, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, Match Factory!, Merge Dragons!, Merge Magic!, Monster Legends, Toon Blast, Top Eleven, Top Troops, Toy Blast, Two Dots, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker; and hyper-casual mobile titles, including Fill the Fridge!, Parking Jam 3D, Power Slap, Pull the Pin, Twisted Tangle, and Tangled Snakes. Its products are designed for console gaming systems; personal computers; and mobiles comprising smartphones and tablets. The company provides its products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. was incorporated in 1993 and is based in New York, New York.
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