Porter Pipe & Supply
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.
Porter Pipe & Supply
Since 1976, Porter Pipe & Supply Co. has served the area’s professional trade businesses as a wholesale supplier of commercial plumbing supplies, pipe, valves and fittings, HVACR equipment, and industrial and mechanical products. At Porter Pipe, we redefine partnership for our customers by bringing together expertise, passion and a dedication that makes sure our customers are always put first. From a fill rate that’s the best in our market to services and solutions that deliver continuous productivity to the job site, we know success hinges on more than the products our partners order from us. We are dedicated to saving our customers time, adding value to their business and helping them build America. https://linktr.ee/porterpipemarketing