Born in Washington D.C. on October 10, 1950, Bob Roth is an American teacher and author focused on Transcendental Meditation (TM). He holds leadership positions as the CEO of the David Lynch Foundation and a director at the Center for Leadership Performance. Roth's journey with TM began in 1969, and he deepened his practice by studying directly with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Spain in 1972, subsequently becoming a TM teacher himself.

With nearly five decades of experience teaching TM, Roth has guided thousands of individuals, including at-risk students, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, and many well-known public figures. He is the author of "Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's Transcendental Meditation" and the 2018 New York Times bestseller "Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation." Roth currently resides in New York City and is known for his support of the San Francisco Giants and the Golden State Warriors.

Bob Roth has dedicated a significant portion of his career to teaching and promoting Transcendental Meditation (TM). He has been a TM teacher for close to 50 years, disseminating the technique to a wide array of individuals. His work through the David Lynch Foundation has focused on bringing the benefits of TM to diverse and often vulnerable populations. This includes supporting at-risk youth in underserved schools, providing solace and tools for military veterans, and assisting women and children who have experienced domestic violence. Roth's influence extends to notable figures in entertainment and culture, demonstrating the broad appeal and application of TM.

As an author, Bob Roth has contributed to the literature surrounding Transcendental Meditation. His book, "Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation," achieved recognition as a New York Times bestseller in 2018, highlighting the public's interest in the subject. He also authored "Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's Transcendental Meditation." Roth's role as CEO of the David Lynch Foundation further positions him as a key figure in the modern understanding and application of TM, particularly in its therapeutic and societal benefits. His work has been acknowledged with awards, such as the Disruptor Award from the Tribeca Disruptive Innovation Awards in 2015 for the foundation's innovative outreach.