Nick Porter

Nicholas Porter currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Porter Pipe & Supply, where responsibilities include operational setup, efficiency evaluation, sales generation, and quality control since December 1999. Nicholas also holds a position as a Board member in the PVF division at Affiliated Distributors and serves on the Board of Advisors for the IPD council at the American Supply Association. Additionally, Nicholas is a guest lecturer at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering, providing real-world insights into executive business and leadership, and has been an engaging speaker with UnleashWD, focusing on leadership-driven innovation in wholesale distribution. As the CEO and Founder of Bulldog Cartage, LLC, Nicholas has established a full-service logistics company specializing in HVAC equipment. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Illinois State University and ongoing studies at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, complemented by participation in Vistage Professional Executive Development until 2025.