Michael E. Porter is the most renowned business strategy, economic development, and competitiveness thinker of his time.  Named a University Professor at Harvard in 2000, the highest distinction awarded to Harvard faculty, Mike is the author of many articles and books on the virtues of competitive advantage and business led actions to combat social ills.  His seminal 1980 work on strategy,  Competitive Advantage, was the foundation for his invaluable Five Forces Framework to understand industry competition which has been used by countless business leaders in formulating their corporate and business unit strategies. 

Mike’s subsequent work on the key leverage points in the value chain of any business and shared value furthered our understanding of how companies can improve economics for the firm while doing good for stakeholders.  Mike’s fundamental tenets are at the core of our 21st Century Capitalism Framework, which illuminates shared value creation for both the business and social impact for each stakeholder group, including customers, employees, suppliers, communities, and the natural environment.

Professor Porter was instrumental in helping to found Acropolis Advisors. His strategic philosophy is fully embraced by the Acropolis team. He has elected to spend his time enjoying his family.