Adam Porter
About Adam Porter
Adam Porter serves as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in retail management and has held various positions in different companies, demonstrating strong leadership and operational skills.
Current Role at Floor & Decor
Adam Porter serves as the Chief Executive Merchant at Floor & Decor, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees merchandising strategies and product offerings, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer preferences. His leadership contributes to the overall success of the company, particularly in the Riverdale, Utah location.
Previous Experience at Floor & Decor
Prior to his current role, Adam Porter worked at Floor & Decor as the Deco Department Manager from 2018 to 2019. During this time, he played a significant role in the successful opening of the Stapleton store, managing the tile department. He also managed the wood department at the same location, which was responsible for 40% of the store's total business.
Education and Academic Background
Adam Porter has a diverse educational background. He studied Business Administration at Fort Lewis College and also attended Regis University, where he focused on Communication and Business Administration. He completed his high school education at Skyview High School, achieving a high school diploma. Additionally, he studied at Red Rocks Community College.
Career History and Roles
Adam Porter has held various positions throughout his career. He worked at OppenheimerFunds as a Sales Team Member from 2007 to 2008. He also gained experience as an Assistant Meat Manager at King Soopers from 2009 to 2014 and served as a Kitchen Manager at Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2008 to 2009. His roles have equipped him with strong leadership and operational skills.
Contributions to Operations Management
In addition to his merchandising roles, Adam Porter contributed to the operations of the Arvada location as an operations manager. He leveraged his leadership skills to enhance operational efficiency and improve team performance, demonstrating his ability to manage complex business environments.