The Trade Desk, founded in 2009, is a global technology company that empowers buyers of advertising. With a focus on the digital sectors of the advertising world, it provides a self-service platform that enables ad buyers to manage data-driven digital advertising campaigns across various ad formats and devices. As of 2023, The Trade Desk operates globally with its headquarters in Ventura, California, and employs over 1,500 people. In terms of financials, it reported revenues of over $1 billion in 2022.